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
Winter sales started, and we’ve found great pieces with some fantastic discounts that you shouldn’t miss! Now is the time to update your wardrobe with designer pieces you’d typically think twice before buying. Currently, at a fraction of the original price, the staples we selected for you are good quality pieces that you’ll enjoy this … Read more
At this stage, you may have planned already what you will wear at the New Year’s Eve party. In my case, I’m never sure what to wear in advance, and I’m always looking for inspiration until the last minute. It can be a different colour combination, a new mix of materials or an unexpected hairstyle. … Read more
Underwear is not as hidden as it used to be, this is why this winter, the lingerie trends go hand-in-hand with fashion. Visible lingerie is a micro-trend for winter 2020, but not only. From what we saw in Chloé, Gucci and Burberry Spring 2020 runway shows, we’ll be wearing lace-trimmed slip dresses, bras and corsets over … Read more
Let’s face it; your pair of shoes can make or break your look, so make sure you have the best party shoes to celebrate Christmas time in style. Fret not; we’re here to help you find the most crucial thing you need for the holiday season: new party shoes! In our opinion, Christmas time is … Read more
Fashion is the expression of one’s personality and is essential for self-determination and participation in everyday life. Having this in mind, the Viennese duo Josefine Thom and Johann Gsöllpointner took one step further and decided to create barrier-free fashion, focusing on the demands of wheelchair users. The result is called “MOB Industries”. Often, stylish garments are … Read more
Everybody wants to have Halle Berry’s amazing legs. I’m not exaggerating it. I don’t know about you, but I definitely want to have her legs. She showed her pair of toned legs at the special screening of “John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum” in Hollywood. In the occasion, the ex-Cat-Woman wore a black leather look … Read more
Not a day passes by without the ubiquitous square-toe shoes and pouch clutch popping up on our Instagram feeds, it’s a fever. From Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Amal Clooney, and Christie Turlington to Rihanna, every fashionista and celebrity around the world is seen with one of these objects of desire. The name Bottega Veneta is on everybody’s … Read more
As you must already know, we love a good styling trick! Especially now, when the weather is turning cold, and you need to keep warm but also stay chic during winter. By knowing how to combine and layer the right garments, you can achieve several new looks with fewer items and pieces you already own. … Read more
When it comes to Spanish fashion, brands like Zara, Mango, and Massimo Dutti often take centre stage. While these labels have earned their acclaim, Spain’s fashion landscape offers so much more. The Spanish brand Bimba y Lola is one name you need to remember. Characterised by its creativity, diversity, and youthful energy, the Spanish fashion … Read more
Photos courtesy of Miu Miu As the days get shorter, it’s time to bring out all the glam because the party season is open, and we have for you the best cocktail outfits and accessories to fit with your Martini glass! The American fashion designer Christian Siriano says that he’s not into casual clothes for … Read more
Photo courtesy of Miu Miu – Getty Image If you ask me which actress has one of the best style ever, the name Lucy Boynton comes very first. Every time I see her, I think that’s the best she’s ever looked. But then Lucy Boynton comes and out-does herself with her next look even more … Read more
To all Madonna’s fans delight, the 90s style is back. Honestly, we’re happy to see again trends such as power suits, plaids, polka dots, overalls, neon colours, buckethats, platformshoes, turtlenecks and baguette bags, to name a few. Besides all these 90s iconic pieces, two designers shaped the way women dressed in that decade, and their style is still contemporary. I’m … Read more
We love a woman in a suit, and that is precisely Esther Quek’s style signature. The journalist, fashion and beauty editor is usually in sharply tailored suits, channelling a boyish style like no one. Esther Quek’s Instagram account is an excellent source of fashion inspiration for smart workwear; you can easily get outfits from Monday … 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
I was invited to a workshop talk about Fairmined Gold at the jewellery shop Skrein in Vienna. The guest speaker was a mining engineer and chair of the board at ARM, Alliance for Responsible Mining, the Austrian Dr Felix Hruschka. Dr Hrushka took us closer to the lives of small-scale miners in Latin America and … Read more
Style savants, rejoice! With summer nearing its end, autumn — a.k.a. fashion’s most exciting season — is just around the corner. However, before you start donning your beige trench coats and tartan scarves, it’s important to prepare for the transitional climate first. As we all know, August is a tricky time when the weather and … Read more
Fall 2019 started with a trend that we can easily copy because is more about styling than buying a totally new wardrobe. We are talking about the all-leather trend we saw on Tod’s, Alexander Wang, Proenza Schouler and Nanushka’s A/W catwalks. This Fall 2019 trend also emerged strongly in the streets of the most influential … Read more
Bernardette and Charlotte De Geyter. Photo courtesy of Bernadette. Ever thought that working with family was complicated? Well, think again; the mother-daughter duo Bernadette and Charlotte De Geyter will prove you wrong. With their fashion brand “Bernadette”, they have already skyrocketed to success in just over a year and a half! Based in Antwerp, mother … Read more
The trends for the Fall season are inspiring, and we are looking forward to wearing the luxurious fabrics and beautiful colours we saw on the runway. But now it’s also a time to wear those basic Fall pieces you probably already have in your wardrobe. And from what we’ve seen on Instagram and in the … Read more