If you’re looking for something to watch on TV, we selected some great fashion films and series on Netflix. These fashion films and series are a fantastic source of outfit inspiration. And a way to know more about designers and fashion history. Next in fashion As we already told you, Next in Fashion is the … Read more
Being a woman, we are pretty sure you are as obsessed with shoes as we are, which is absolutely alright since many of the shoes we wear are works of art that belong in Museums! Footwear designers have created over the years shoes that have changed fashion and marked eras. These historical models are now … Read more
Marianne Kohn, known for her extraordinary lifestyle and career, is a genuinely Viennese power woman. Since the 1980s she has been the epitome of avant-garde and worked in renowned Viennese Clubs such as U4 where Falco used to party. For the past 25 years, Marianne Kohn is Loos Bar’s boss. The legendary Loos Bar – … Read more
At 85 years old, Oscar-winning actress Judi Dench stars on the Vogue UK June issue’s cover. She looks astonishingly beautiful with her sharp blue eyes and flawless skin. And Judi Dench Vogue cover is already a historical one, making her the oldest star on a cover of a fashion magazine! The photo shooting was done … 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
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
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
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
The beauty of animals has inspired artists forever. The cavemen already painted bison and mammoths on the walls of their caves. From the early history of jewellery making until today, precious animals have been an excellent source of inspiration. Animalia and nature are rich subjects in jewellery. Precious Animals in history The scarabs and snakes from … Read more
Can you imagine our lives without zippers? This little fastening device is everywhere; on our trousers, jackets, boots, luggage, tents, you name it. Nevertheless, we take it for granted. I bet you don’t even think about zippers when you get dressed in the morning. And yet, it is one of the great inventions that have … Read more
What do the Austrian Emperor Franz Joseph, Yves Saint Laurent, Nike and Saint Hubertus have in common? If you guessed the Loden, you guessed right! Maybe you don’t own a Loden coat or cape, but for sure your parents, uncles or grandparent do! The greenish or grey outwear was an absolute must in the 70’s … Read more
Even if you have never heard about Fulco Santostefano della Cerda, Duke of Verdura and Marquis of Murata la Cerda, you most probably know his work as a jewellery designer, especially Chanel’s iconic pair of white cuffs with a big Maltese cross made of coloured gemstones that Coco Chanel used to wear every day, one … Read more
Hedi Slimane released Celine A/W19 newest campaign just a few days before his catwalk show for the French label’s Spring-Summer 2020 that closed the Paris menswear season. Besides being a fashion designer, Slimane is also a photographer. Actually, the French designer with Tunisian background started with photography when he was 11 years old. For his … Read more
The ‘60s revolutionised fashion, and the bold and colourful style of this era is still a fashion reference and strong influence for today’s trends. With the must-see exhibition on the mother of the miniskirt, Mary Quant, at the V&A museum in London, the look of the iconic trendsetter for the Chelsea Girls in the Swinging … Read more
Every 30 seconds, one bottle of Chanel No.5 is sold somewhere, making it the best selling and best-known perfume in the world; pretty amazing for a scent created a hundred years ago. And, believe it or not, story has it that Chanel No.5 was the result of a mistake! Certainly, the first thing that comes … Read more
The legendary Freddie Mercury marked an era not only with his music but also with his flamboyant style in the ’70s and ’80s. Indeed, Freddie Mercury and fashion is a story apart. We bring here all the facts about Freddie Mercury’s fashion style and his subversive way to dress that influenced a whole generation. Freddie … Read more