Not all fashion is what it seems to be. For instance, the fashion paparazzi don't even realize sometimes that it's not so much about the front of an outfit but more about the back. The symmetrical balance of zippers on the back of Geraldine Saglio's Martin Margiela skirt and Brian Atwood boots is so genius, that the backdrop of paparazzi only accents and glamorises her ensemble even more.
Posted 12/03/2009 Milan
BLAME IT ON THE RAIN
BY TOMMY TON
The rain is every fashionista's worst nightmare during fashion week but in some instances, a rainy day can have its advantages and produce some of the most fashionable imagery. Here is the Vogue Nippon team, lined up in an orderly chic fashion, avoiding the rain and slowly making their way to shows.
Posted 12/03/2009 Milan
LIFE IN THE FAST LANE
BY TOMMY TON
Anna Dello Russo, fashion director of Vogue Nippon, is one of fashions finest and is a fashion week all on her own. If anyone upholds the tradition of getting dressed up for a fashion show, it's Anna, whether it's in the AM or late evening. Sporting one of the season's key looks, the exaggerated shoulder, Anna never fails to inject a bit of glamour into fashion week.
Posted 12/03/2009 Milan
STILETTO CROSSING
BY TOMMY TON
A great pair of legs and a killer pair of shoes are all you need for the upcoming season. Lane Crawford fashion director, Sarah Rutson, looks to shoe designer Nicholas Kirkwood for that special pair of stellar shoes and the pairing certainly knows how to stop traffic.
Posted 12/03/2009 Milan
THE KING OF CLING
BY TOMMY TON
An Alaïa dress can instantly be spotted from a distance and that fitted signature A-line silhouette is unmistakably his own. No one else can master his impeccable knitwear techniques and the women who are loyal Alaïa fans can tell you themselves how much they adore his one-of-a-kind pieces. Giovanna Battaglia of L'Uomo Vogue looks even more fabulous from behind in one of his signature knit dresses.
Posted 12/03/2009 London
LACE ME UP
BY TOMMY TON
The house of Givenchy is certainly giving shoe fetishists around the world some pretty bondage-inspired footwear to lace up into. One season its multi strap gladiator boots, the next it's open toe cowboy boots. These lace-up wedges will certainly give your shoe collection that extra kick.
Posted 12/03/2009 London
I LOVE ROCK AND ROLL
BY TOMMY TON
Pairing a Balmain studded blazer and a Givenchy silk t-shirt, model Jill Bauwens, knows exactly how to nail that quintessential rock chick look down to a T. Take note: models always do it best!
Posted 12/03/2009 New York
MUST HAVE: THE PS1
BY TOMMY TON
Many have proclaimed that the days of the "It" bag have long gone but the Proenza Schouler boys beg to differ. They have a winner on their hands and it goes by the name PS1. A scholar-inspired satchel, the PS1 has already been cultivating a loyal fashion following and will soon be making it's way into the arms of women and men around the world.
Posted 12/03/2009 New York
MIX AND MATCH
BY TOMMY TON
Every city can easily be defined by their unique sense of style. Parisians are known for making all black look chic and effortless, Londoners are known for that eclectic vintage look and New Yorkers have a certain naive way of mixing colours and patterns that makes dressing up fun again. The bright pops of colour perfectly accent this abstract plaid Thakoon dress; a look only a New Yorker would pull together flawlessly
Posted 12/03/2009 New York
ABOVE SEA LEVEL
BY TOMMY TON
Expect only the most contrasting, but brilliant fabric combinations when it comes to footwear courtesy of shoe designer, Pierre Hardy. For Spring/Summer 2009, a classic patent peeptoe slingback is given the Pierre Hardy twist with a touch of neoprene, his current obsession. I'm sure most Pierre Hardy die-hard fans will be more than willing to dive for these shoes.
