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Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Brings Touch of Glamour to Paris Motor Show

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Rosie Huntington – Whiteley brings touch of glamour to Paris Motor Show.

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley brings touch of glamour to Paris Motor Show

DATE: Wednesday 1st October, 2014

  • British supermodel and actress showcases new premium compact SUV on River Seine
  • Giant barge with 4.5 metre Wellington boots brings uniquely British sense of fun to French capital


Rosie Huntington-Whiteley today swapped the catwalks of Paris Fashion Week for the River Seine as she showcased the Land Rover Discovery Sport in its uniquely British public debut.
 
The 27 year-old supermodel and actress brought her inimitable style to the French capital as she was seen stepping from one of a pair of Discovery Sports aboard a giant barge moored in the centre of the city.
 
The former Victoria’s Secret model, also known for her role in Transformers: Dark of the Moon and the upcoming Mad Max: Fury Road, was stood flanked by seven pairs of brightly coloured, giant-sized Wellington boots – some as tall as 4.5 metres. The boots, a creative reference to both the Discovery’s versatile seating layout and Land Rover’s unique take on outdoor life, brought a sense of quintessential British heritage and humour to the Rive Gauche.
 
After revealing Discovery Sport to the world’s media for the first time, the 80-metre long barge continued to turn heads on its attention-grabbing journey down the River Seine, cruising past Parisian landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame Cathedral.
 
The Paris debut of the new Discovery Sport follows the digital reveal of the vehicle last month, which included Land Rover’s Galactic Discovery competition – giving four friends the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime trip to space with Land Rover’s global partner, Virgin Galactic. 

 


 

Win Stylish Clarks Brogues Courtesy of Brantano

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You could win a pair of fashionable women’s Clarks brogues courtesy of www.brantano.co.uk and Frost Magazine! Perfect for work or play, these are a must-have style in any shoe collection.

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Clarks Carousel Trick Brogues come in a quality black leather, and boast punch-hole detailing and a small heel. They’re the perfect transitional shoe, taking you from the office to the bar effortlessly.

To be in with the chance of winning this fantastic prize, follow @Frostmag on Twitter or Instagram, or like us on Facebook. Alternatively, sign up to our newsletter. Or subscribe to Frost Magazine TV on YouTube here: http://t.co/9etf8j0kkz.Then comment below saying what you did. Competition finished at the end of the month. Good luck, and remember you can find more stylish Clarks footwear here.

 

1. Entry is open to residents of the UK and Eire aged 18 or over, except for employees of the A Jones & Sons Limited or Brantano (UK) Limited, Frost Magazine, their families, agencies or anyone else associated with the competition. If you are under 18, you must obtain consent from your parent/guardian to enter. By entering into the competition, you confirm that you have this consent.

2. Brantano Footwear complies with the standard procedures laid down in the UK Data Protection Act to ensure that the personal information you give us is kept secure and processed fairly and lawfully. We will not share your information with third parties for marketing purposes. For further details please see our online Privacy Policy at www.brantano.co.uk

3. The winner will be selected on November 1 and will be notified by email no later than two weeks. Brantano Footwear’s or Frost Magazine’s decision will be final and no correspondence will be entered into. There will only be one winner.

4. There is 1 prize consisting of a pair of Clarks Carousel Trick Brogues (subject to availability). Terms and conditions apply.

5. If the Prize is not claimed within 14 days of the winner being notified, Brantano Footwear reserves the right to award the Prize to an alternative winner.

6. Prize is non transferable, non refundable and non negotiable. There is no cash alternative. Brantano Footwear reserves the right to substitute the Prize for one of its choosing which has a value the same or greater than the original prize in the event of circumstances outside of its control.

7. Winner’s details will be available for 6 months after the draw by sending a SAE to Newsletter Prize Draw, Brantano Footwear Marketing Department at the address below.

8. Brantano Footwear reserves the right to (i) cancel this promotion, (ii) cancel or refuse any individual’s entry and (iii) amend these terms and conditions (and will use reasonable endeavours to notify changes to entrants and potential entrants). These terms and conditions shall be governed by English law and exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts. 10. Promoter: A Jones & Sons Limited/Brantano (UK) Limited. Registered no. 288766/3472784. Registered office: Interlink Way West, Interlink Business Park, Bardon, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 1LD.

Cowboys & Indians: Gucci SS2015

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Gucci seem to be sporting a Wild West theme for Spring/summer, going extreme vintage by bringing back cowboys and Indians!

I get a definite Western vibe from all the feathers, neckties, and denim seen on the runway.

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I’m loving the creativity of combining high fashion fabrics and patterns with Wild West infusions. Taking the old embroidery, suede and fur but giving it a modern twist.

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Double denim is definitely making a comeback! Again, an obvious cowgirl theme being seen here – simple denim and accessorising with colourful neckties. Give them a cowboy hat and a horse and they’ll be sorted in no time!

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Fashions Finest SS/15 LFW Show – No Fixed Abode – Anarchic denims…

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Emma Mann has created a collection designed to test your cool genes.  Extremely talented with a great business mind, she knows exactly what she wants to bring to the brand, luxury streetwear fashion direct from London, ‘in your face’ co-ordinates that shout anarchy. Part of the addiction of this collection must be the attention, not just to detail, but also the presence it exudes from the catwalk.  Camouflage denim prints accentuated by crisp yellow edgings and padded linings, bright and muted colours fused together to create an intense collection.  Edgy and controversial but doesn’t exclude the mainstream, a range of clothing which tells the story of a fashion moment, but will stand the test of time.

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NO FIXED ABODE is a luxury streetwear fashion brand, designed and made in London.  Unique, individual Fashion garments of premium quality for people that like to be different and get noticed, the rebels, the individuals.  Founded and designed in the UK 2013, the ethos of the brand is ‘we live by individual anarchism, we are individual – we like to stand out from the crowd, do things differently. To be ourselves, to do things we like to do, freedom of expression to really be yourself.  We are unique, exclusive and creative London based designer fashion brand. We do not mass produce and definitely there are no sweatshops in any of the making of our garments or collections!  Our new SS14 Women’s Collection is completely Made in London. The T-shirts are made in LA by people that are paid decent wages and that have good working conditions’.

Anna Wintour Answers 73 Questions And It Is Brilliant

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Anna Wintour doesn’t give many interviews and has always been something of a fashion enigma. Which is why we absolutely love this amazing video where she is asked 73 questions whilst going about her business. She talks about Brooklyn, the Rumors, and the One Thing She Will Never Wear. Her favourite comedian might also surprise you but let’s just say, go Britain!

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What did you think?

Fashion International London Fashion Week Show. The Designers To Watch…

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London Fashion Week September 2014 saw the multi-designer showcase Fashion International return with another glittering line-up of British and International emerging designers for Spring Summer 2015.

The SPRING SUMMER 2015 SHOW took place on Saturday 13th September 2014 at The Royal Horseguards Hotel, close to Buckingham Palace, within the Whitehall Suite. Born of a desire to champion up and coming labels, Fashion International cherry picks from the industry’s talent and offers a select few creatives the opportunity to show during London Fashion Week, in front of international press and buyers.

Founder, Geoff Cox, says “The Fashion International multi designer runway shows have added a breath of fresh air to the LFW off schedule scene and have grown to be a prominent fixture on the seasonal calendar. I’m delighted that the shows have grown from strength to strength each season and we are already developing exciting plans for February’s shows, so watch this space!”

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The designers, which I will showcase and review individually, were:

DANIEL SYIEM
Known for their timeless and classic womenswear ensembles in natural fabrics, the Daniel Syiem label is strongly focused on sustainable and eco-friendly fashion. The brand seamlessly brings together the traditional craft of hand-woven fabrics from North East India with a more modern western silhouette. For SS15, Daniel Syiem presents their ‘Amaranthine-Everlasting Style’ a collection with an eco-conscious and nature inspired attitude. The colour palettes on the organic fabrics are a mixture of natural vegetables dyes giving the designs an earthy sensuality.
www.dsethnicfashionhouse.com

DELNA POONAWALLA
Designer Delna Poonawala presents her ‘Kaleidoscope Karma’collection featuring fine leather detailing and handcrafted embellishments in a colour palette inspired by the flow of energy of the chakras of the human body. Poonawalla uses her spiritual Indian heritage mixed with the contemporary world to create distinctive designs which are organic and mesmerising.

LENIE BOYA
Oxford based designer Lenie Boya present their SS15 collection, ‘Voyage’ featuring refined minimalism with asymmetrical cuts and primary colours; blue, off-white, red and black.
Inspired by Picasso and artistic asymmetrical silhouettes, the vision is to create wearable art fragments.

OMAR MANSOOR
Omar Mansoor returns with his 10th collection at London Fashion Week. This season features couture gowns inspired by Mata Hari, an exotic Dutch dancer and courtesan who was convicted of being a spy in the early 20th century. Her exotic style and free willed attitude is iconic and she was known for her bespoke wardrobe encrusted with dazzling jewels. The collection features semi-precious stones including turquoise alongside crochet decorating flowing gowns in pure silk, crepe and chiffon.
www.omarmansoor.com

SHARON M OSBOURNE
The brand is a culmination of designer Sharon M Osbourne’s devotion to fashion design and creations. Garments have been created for this collection using exclusive digitally printed fabric designs and laser cut leather. Materials range from nappa, suede and silk crepe de chine to give an innovative and textured feel to the designs. Sharon M Osbourne’s designs are also influenced by her interpretation of the world as a deaf sign language user. With this unique and silent perspective this ensures that the visual details on the designs are of the utmost perfection.
www.osbournecollections.com

VALDINI ANGELS
Valdini Angels ‘atelier and designer Svetoslava Kirilova are delighted to present their debut collection, ‘Be Unique’ in London. The brand’s aim is to highlight a woman’s femininity and glamour. With soft, elegant designs in various details and prints handmade motifs and geometric shapes, the fabrics are of the utmost quality. Each garment is hand-stitched and exclusive, with its own uniqueness.
www.valdiniangels.com

WAJAHAT MIRZA
The colour palette for Wajahat Mirza’s latest collection is full of rich reds, greens with white and black, inspired by the colour transition from day to night. The elegant collection is presented in soft fabrics; chiffon, georgette and velvet to create movement.
www.wajahatmirza.co.uk

www.FashionInternationalLFW.com

LFW Fashions Finest Show Season 8 – In With The New…

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Once again, Fashions Finest Off-Schedule Show at London Fashion Week has been the fashion insiders’ one to watch.  With their commitment to providing a platform for new and up-and-coming designers, Fashions Finest allows buyers and press to get an early glimpse of the fashion names of the future

There was a huge array of exciting and innovative designs on display over both days, with Saturday’s collections including Adnan Bayyat, Bjorn Kersten, Jeetinder Sandhu, Eki Orleans, No Fixed Abode and Jose Hendo Solo Show.  On Sunday, guests were shown collections from Rhona Anne, Dentelle Bleue, Farah Fashion Design, Miss Boss Fashion, Izelia, Wearing Memories and more.  Further brands were on display in the Exhibitor’s Hall, including Bliss Studio Textiles, Maiko Nagayama, Fareemah, OYSBY London and Sockie Bijoux.
With Fashion One as a media partner and professional corporate sponsors including AOFM Pro, Uber and Mahogany Models, this weekend of fashion wowed attendees including top press and buyers from London and beyond.

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The weekend concluded with the only after-show party to be seen at during London Fashion Week at DISCO, where guests partied the night away and were treated to performances by NYC singer GAREK and urban artist Aggro Santos.  After working closely with such a number large number of brands and partners, Fashions Finest were very proud that their fashion weekend was such a success and are hoping to forge more brand partnerships in the future.  Fashions Finest are already looking forward to next season and plan to produce and even bigger and better show, to which they look forward to welcoming guests, press and industry professionals.

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Fashions Finest is a leading fashion and entertainment lifestyle magazine and multi award winning Fashion event company who provide professional production and management of catwalk shows, award ceremonies and launches for a wide variety of UK and international clients, renowned for discovering new talent and providing a platform where designers that may not normally be able to participate in London Fashion Week, can showcase their collections.

Follow the fashion love affair with me as I showcase each designer from the Fashions Finest shows…

If you are an established designer, international or UK-based, and wish to hire the space to hold your own solo event, email info@fashionsfinest.com

www.fashionsfinest.com

Images © Shane Finn – Visual Devotion

 

 

Peter Pilotto Spring-Summer 2015

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A firm Frost favourite, we fell head over hells in love with Peter Pilotto’s SS15 collection. We want EVERYTHING.

Peter Pilotto and Christopher de Vos explore a transcendent wash of light and colour in their SS15 collection as craft is elevated beyond print, through a myriad of treatments. Cyber florals join a constellation of swirling geometry as coils and fans of guipure lace meet technical macrame and custom dandelion jacquards with sparkling tinsel.

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Applied to iridescent organza, silk leaves and windowpane checks float over the skin, whilst grids of naive florals blossom on black denim. The collection’s spectral palette pulses energetically throughout.

The silhouette moves between a trim bodice, to ultra slim trousers to planed shifts, some with airy volumes explored as a handkerchief hem and the neat folds of an A-line skirt.

Giant paisley and abstract rosettes in Perspex are hinged and fractured amongst a scatter of Swarovski crystal. Studies of classical draping, paired with featherweight knits, melt into asymmetry, finished with a cascade of sequins. Interlocking chain motifs, realised in bright embroideries, vibrate throughout the collection.