Since air conditioning is not always an option, our best friends that help us endure in style the heat are the good, old fans. Literally, a cool summer accessory for girls and boys. The hand-held fan dates from thousands of years ago. It has been first used in Ancient Egypt, then in China and India, and later … Read more
It’s been years full of royal weddings again, so it’s only natural that we’ve been talking about engagement rings and their history! One of the most incredible engagement rings we saw last year was the 40-carat diamond ring Prince Jean Christophe Napoleon Bonaparte gave his then-fiancée. The gem is even bigger than the famous diamond … Read more
Imagine going shopping with your BFFs, asking for them for opinions and styling tips, and these besties just happen to be two former fashion editors at Vogue, wouldn’t that be fab? With the new online concept shop Collagerie, that’s precisely how you will feel. Lucinda Chambers and Serena Hood have just launched their e-commerce platform Collagerie. The two women, … Read more
All eyes were on Meghan Markle as she and Prince Harry carried their last public royal engagements before officially stepping down as Senior Royals. The Duchess of Sussex went out with a bang thanks to the carefully chosen Megxit wardrobe. Meghan looked impeccable in each appearance, wearing bold colours that scream “Non, rien de rien, … Read more
Buying vintage jewellery can be as exciting and fun as going on a treasure hunt. But one needs a lot of time and patience, and a good eye, of course, to find out where to buy good pieces. There are several shops selling vintage jewellery on Etsy, and you can get lost there. Don’t despair, … Read more
Christian Louboutin came to the defence of high heels a few days ago, after feminists declared that high heeled shoes oppressed women. This statement has caused mayhem among women and shoe-lovers. As expected, it has stirred up a discussion that’s been around for a while now. Christian Louboutin’s opinion Shoe king Christian Louboutin says high … Read more
Spring is just around the corner and, luckily for you, we found some fab spring shoes with up to 50% discount on Net-A-Porter. If you’re anything like us – and we know you are – you’re already dreaming about updating your spring wardrobe. So why not start by the most adored item in any woman’s … Read more
The timeless little black dress is a must in anyone’s wardrobe; that’s one of the undeniable universal truths! As a matter of fact, the LBD works perfectly for any occasion, whether a cocktail party or office look. If you purchase something through the links in this post, Notorious-mag will get a commission. LBD Coco Chanel As you can imagine, … Read more
The fashion world is astonished at the news of Miuccia Prada recruiting Raf Simons to co-direct the creation at Prada. During MFW, the designer of the Italian fashion house announced that the Belgian star-designer would become Prada’s co-chief designer. And they will present their first joint collection at Milan Fashion Week in September this year. … Read more
Austria has already produced many great personalities. One of them is Arthur Arbesser. Although the Vienna-born designer has lived in Milan for 15 years now, the Viennese in him is still noticeable and the local fashion scene is close to his heart. The current SHOW OFF. Austrian Fashion Design exhibition at MAK Vienna shows Arbesser’s … Read more
As we enjoy the first London Fashion Week after Brexit and Megxit, we’re keeping an eye on the street style outside the runway shows, and prepared six office outfits inspired by London Fashion Week for you. As usual, the show-goers, fashion editors and influencers look fantastic and are an endless source of inspiration for the … Read more
Fall is coming with its parties and cosy dinners, so now are the right time to think about getting a new cocktail ring! Before jumping into the business, we’ll share a fascinating trivia with you, to be used as small-talk in your next cocktail party! And it’s exactly about the name cocktail ring. The concept … Read more
Notorious was invited to Mode Suisse edition 16, which took place in Zurich and presented in New York, Paris and Genf. Watch here the fashion brands and people who make Mode Suisse the biggest fashion event in Swiss. As explained by Yannick Aellen, the creator of the event, Mode Suisse presents, interconnects and discusses Swiss … Read more
As the 14th February approaches, we can’t help dreaming of receiving some beautiful flowers or a box of chocolate. Alright, alright, who are we trying to kid? What every woman truly desires is a special gift that shows how much her sweetheart loves her: jewellery, of course! Love and jewellery By 1920, the mass production … Read more
It’s been 10 years since Alexander McQueen tragically passed away, and to celebrate the life and work of British designer, why not watch again McQueen, the documentary about a fashion legend? Lee Alexander McQueen was undoubtedly an artist in every sense of the word, with an exuberant talent, imagination and extremely skilled. To bring the … Read more
Whether in Paris, New York, London or Milan, the street style during Fashion Week is a fantastic source of inspiration for office outfits. Fashion editors, models and fashionistas from all over the world gather for the runway shows looking fab, wearing the coolest and most on-point outfits. Here are some excellent inspiration and styling ideas … Read more
New York Fashion Week kicks off today, and we’re looking forward to seeing what designers will present on the catwalk but also the street style during NYFW, which is always a fantastic source of office outfit inspiration. When we think of New York Fashion Week, the first that comes to mind is a woman who is … Read more
Copenhagen Fashion Week A/W2020 is our favourite workwear inspiration because of the minimalist and sophisticated style of the Scandinavian girls. But what’s so special about them? Well, Danish girls are pros at mixing high street and luxury, feminine and masculine, chic and relaxed, putting together looks that are excellent inspiration for our office hours. The … Read more
You may not believe it, but it is possible to build a sustainable capsule wardrobe with timeless yet affordable brands! Knowing where to shop and what to look for, you won’t need a small fortune to look chic and stylish all year round. If you purchase something through the links in this post, Notorious-mag will get a commission. 1 … Read more
As Paris Haute Couture kick starts, all eyes are on the French luxury houses and, of course, the fabulous jewellery that adorns the designers’ creations. This year, we have an special interest in the latest Victoire de Castellane jewellery collection for Dior. Haute couture and Haute Jewellery Since 2010, Haute Couture’s official calendar has hosted … Read more
Usually, I’m all up for an enjoyable spring shopping tour, but this year I challenged myself: give my winter wardrobe a spring makeover and put together transitioning outfits without spending a single cent. Believe it or not, it is possible. On top of that, it is fun creating new looks with pieces you already own, … Read more
We are sure you already know – and are tired of reading about it everywhere – with Instagram and Twitter flooded with the hashtags #Megxit and #Harryverderci: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle want to step back as Senior Royals. As they plan to become financially independent, we’ve wondered what kind of jobs and workwear wardrobe are … Read more
Our readers know already that we’re quite obsessed with accessories. Actually, we spend more on accessories than buying the latest trends. Why so? First, we have an emotional attachment with our clothes. In my wardrobe, I have pieces from 20 years ago, that I wear again and again, every season. Second, we don’t need a … Read more