Have you ever wondered why a two-piece swimsuit is called a bikini? And did you know that there is a bikini museum, a place entirely dedicated to the tiny piece of clothing? As you enjoy the fantastic weather, hopefully sunbathing by the lake, pool or sea, read here all you need to know about the … Read more
As a child, I used to wear Jelly sandals to escalate rocks at the beach without slipping or hurting my feet. The fun plastic sandals were a summertime must for children in the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s, the brighter they were, the better. I still remember the fantastic glitter-infused shimmering ones that were the most … Read more
Since the British singer Harry Styles wore a JW Anderson oversized knitted sweater during the rehearsal for The Today Show, the patchwork cardigan went viral on TikTok with the hashtag #HarryStylesCardigan. The patchwork cardigan The rainbow-coloured cardigan is from JW Anderson S/S 2020 men’s collection and sells for around 1400 Euros. Jonathan Anderson explained he … Read more
Who doesn’t like shopping during summer sales? You can get all those beautiful items you’ve had an eye on for a fraction of the price. But be careful not to get carried away. Don’t buy things you won’t wear much only because of the inviting price tags. Savvy shoppers know how to pick clothes in … Read more
Simonett is an American ready-to-wear and accessories label founded by designer Simonett Pereira. The brand’s creative director had previously launched Style Mafia at only 22, a fashion brand that had “the youth and progressive nature of Miami in mind”, as she explained. Pereira rebranded Style Mafia, renaming it Simonett in January last year. The hand-printed … Read more
Step by step, we are all getting back to our daily routines, which means I started looking for new items to update my summer wardrobe. Shops and restaurants are open, and I am meeting a few friends. Although I am still doing home-office, I’ve met some work colleagues and clients. However, I am not ready … Read more
Now that we’re almost back to normal and summer is basically here, check the great post-lockdown outfits and get the look with the pieces we hand-picked for you to wear to the office from Monday to Friday. Our editors select independently all products featured on Notorious-mag. However, when you buy through our links, we may get … Read more
The craft of embroidery is one of the hottest trends for this summer. You will see embroidered pieces everywhere; in clothes and accessories with naive florals, folklore-inspired embellishment, geometric designs and even political slogans. Embroidery adds value to any outfit, from T-shirts and jumpers to sophisticated dresses. It refers us to the craftsmanship that makes … Read more
A trend that’s appeared on the runways and quickly made its way to the wardrobe of the most stylish editors, models and fashion-enthusiasts this year is patchwork. With sustainability becoming a major cultural trend, it is only natural that patchwork is back. Besides being sustainable, the ‘70s-style quilts are the kind of blanket dressing we … Read more
When it is about Spring accessories it is a challenge to keep just in five items, but let’s try. Step by step, we are all getting back to our daily routines. Shops and restaurants are open, and I am meeting a few friends. Although I am still doing home-office, I’ve met some work colleagues and … Read more
We predicted and Instagram and street style confirmed that one of the big trends for 2020 is platform shoes, electing the platform sneakers designed by JW Anderson for Converse as the coolest to wear now. The British designer revisited the iconic Converse Chuck Taylor, giving the sneakers a chunky platform and a bicolour tractor-like rubber … Read more
Quarantine is slowly being lifted so we thought you’d like to have some outfit ideas, now that we are almost back to normal life. After being stuck at home for months, dressing up only from the waist up for conference calls, it is time to ditch the loungewear. Keep scrolling for some cool spring/summer outfit … Read more
We’ve been talking a lot about summer in Austria and dreamy lakes lately, which brings us to our quest of what to wear for water sports this summer. Because there is more to summer than just lying in the sun, and once at the Austrian lakes, you will surely feel like sailing, windsurfing, water skiing … Read more
Now that the sun is shining and we’re slowly venturing out of our houses, we’re sure you’re dying to finally wear all the cute spring trends seen in Fashion Week, so here’s what you need to nail this season’s style. We believe that Coronavirus will change the way we dress. There is already a clear … Read more
DIY tie-dye is one of the many activities rediscovered during the Coronavirus self-isolation. In fact, the hashtag #tiedye has more than 3 million photos on Instagram. So if you’ve already grown tired of making homemade face masks and baking bread, why not try the tie-dye trend? Katie Holmes and Suri Katie Holmes has been setting … Read more
This season, the white dress is pushing LBDs aside and taking centre stage. In fact, the white dress will become your number one go-to spring and summer staple, and here is why. White is a timeless and seasonless colour that represents optimism and hope for the future. It reminds us of a white canvas where … Read more
Apparently, nothing can stop fashion designer Mary Katrantzou. Neither a virus nor pessimist feelings about the future of fashion. The Greek designer has just launched a new collection, amid all the uncertainties that we are living now. Under the name Mary Mare, this is the first seasonless collection of Mary Katrantzou, which is more affordable, … Read more
Considered by many as miracle water, there are many reasons why we all should drink coconut water every day. Having grown up in Brazil, as a teenager, coconut water was my first choice to quench the thirst without putting on weight. As a matter of fact, my friends and I used to love sipping the … Read more
The romantic Vichy pattern, AKA Gingham, is back, just in time for spring and summer. The colourful checkered pattern takes us back immediately to Brigitte Bardot in the ‘60s. It also makes us dream of picnics and lazy summer days. A bit of history Originally made in India and Indonesia, the cotton textile had bright … Read more
To help your capsule wardrobe be both sustainable and on-point, we selected the best spring shoes to update your classic basics. Because conscious dressing doesn’t need to be boring. As a matter of fact, you should add contemporaneity to your timeless pieces by completing the looks with on-trend accessories. Adapt your seasonless garments with this … Read more
The colour palette we’re seeing is an explosion of vibrant hues, so let’s analyse the meaning of this year’s spring colours. Rainbow The rainbow has already been the symbol of the hippies and LGBT movements. But more importantly, the bright colours of the rainbow bring joy and optimism. And in 2020, the spring colours bring … Read more
Among the natural fabrics that spring brings, raffia was one of the most prominent on the S/S2020 runways. From Oscar de la Renta to Stella McCartney, most fashion houses have raffia in their collections, whether on accessories like Celine or dresses like Chanel. Raffia is a fibre made from palm trees that can be woven … Read more
If you go to any crowded beach in the world, you will most likely find two common denominators: bikinis and racket-ball. The last one, correctly named Frescobol or Raquetinha, stands as the epitome of beach sport, it is for everyone, and it is for fun. What very few know is that this invention is Brazilian, as … Read more