May 2012 - Page 4 of 18

The ruggedness of denim took over the ethereal French Riviera as G-Star opened its new flagship store in Cannes, of late.

G-Star, known for its characteristic innovative style in the world of denim, hosted a special store opening during the 65th Cannes film festival with a night of performance, art, music andfashion.

The store was officially opened by G-Star’s forthcoming campaign face, Americanactor Caleb Landry Jones, featuring in the Autumn Winter 2012 campaign of the brand and English singer-songwriter Anna Calvi.

Besides, a couple of musical renditions, the opening also saw the travelling Denim Museum, containing the RAW Art Series that contextualized denim as collectable art objects.

Moreover, a G-Star Pop-up show, transforming a catwalk show into real live interaction on a mini scale enthralled the guests including Lou Lesage, Beatrice Rosen, DelphineChaneac, Shirley Bousquet, Christophe Barratier and AurelienWiik amongst others.

Versace Fall Winter 2012 Ad Campaign The sexy rock vibe of Versace’s Fall Winter 2012 is well reflected by the brand’s latest ad campaign for the season.

Abandoning the citrus hued extravaganza, as previously seen in its advertisements, Versace romances with black and white, evoking nostalgia. The Autumn Winter 2012 campaign features Dutch model ElzaLuijendijk in printed dress and fishnet stocking while Dmitriy Tanner, along with Philipp Schmidt and KaceyCarrig for Versace men’s campaign appeared in Elvis Presley kind of hairstyle and glittering shirt.

The retro-styled campaign has been shot by celebrated photographers Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott.

Suneet Varma to Enthrall IIFA The IIFA fever is back, and every artist worth his salt will be in Singapore on June 9, 2012. Apart from grand cinematic gestures, the event will be abuzz with best of the names of Indian fashion belting out their glamorous renditions. And designer Suneet Varma will be one of them.

The designer who is known for his larger-than-life opulent designs is by all means likely to dash a generous dose of glitz and glamour at the event. Suneet will present a glittering fashion show at IIFA in association with Gitanjali Jewels, and we hope that Singapore gets to see the grandeur and beauty of the land of Kamasutra.

Sonali Bendre for Oriflame The Swedish Cosmetic brand Oriflame announced the actress Sonali Bendre as its brand ambassador 2012, of late.

The unveiling of the new face of the brand came with the launch of the latest makeup products under Oriflame Studio Artist Collection, a range inspired and co-created with by Jonas Wramell, Oriflame Global Artist Director.

The evening soirée witnessed a scintillating fashion show characterized by glamour and style, where the renowned models of the country shared the ramp with Sonali Bendre to present the professional make-up range including foundations, pressed powders, concealers and lipsticks under the Studio Artist Collection.

Speaking on her association with Oriflame India, Sonali Bendre, said, “The commitment and devotion of the Oriflame towards its consultants and consumers is extremely commendable. The innovative and high performance products of Oriflame are developed by combining the wisdom of nature with the best of science. I am indeed proud to be associated with a company that believes in empowering women and look forward to a long association with the brand.

Ishatvam : transcends the time tunnel with old world charm that sits pretty in new world Date : May 25th to June 15th, 2012 from 11am to 7.30pm Venue : 348 D, MG Road, Sultanpur, New Delhi – 110030. Ph : 26804344 /4346 and 18B Khan Market, New Delhi

Lately, the high-end jewellery brand Zoya unveiled a Spring Summer 2012 collection inspired by the White Peacock’s dance, recreating the form and finesse of this beautiful bird.

Crafted with pristine white gold and exquisite diamonds, the collection pays tribute to the elegant forms and patterns of the white peacock’s dance. The designs primarily feature the bird’s plume, slender neck and fabled poise, in the form of earrings in brilliant cut diamonds set in orbs of white gold.

The entire collection centers on the finest diamonds in varied shapes, luscious South Sea pearls, white gold and a generous use of drama, meant to complement the Indian occasion wear and chic Western ensembles.

In this brand obsessed fashion world where the fashion paraphernalia by storied labels are lionized, somehow social media comes to rescue, as the talent here outshines marketing and brings to the fore designs beautiful enough to be romanticized.

One such collection of handbags is by Hungarian brand Anna Amelie taking its inspiration from the sea. The Spring Summer 2012 accessory collection, Pearl Oyster features an interesting array of geometric clutches and totes. The metallic clutches in snake patterns, stripes and waves come in fascinating hues like green, red and blue.

The glamorous modish assortment of Chanel comprised of jaw-dropping couture pieces, exquisite accessories and iconic fragrances, also boasts of not-that-storied watches, and that too for last 25 years.

Lately, the brand’sBaselworld 2012 collection celebrated 25 years of its watchmaking with exquisite bejeweled pieces like Premiere Flying Tourbillion and J12 in different hues and patterns. The range also comprised of exclusive Haute Joaillerie watches.

The highlight of the collection is the exceptional flying tourbillion which makes one rotation per minute with the petals indicating the seconds on its Premiere model. Decorated with the motif of the camellia, a tribute to Mademoiselle Chanel’s favourite flower, the flying Tourbillion comes on the traditional shape of Premiere which is inspired by the octagonal geometry of the No.5 bottle stopper and the Place Vendome.