The brand was recently dubbed as the most valuable fashion brand in the world belting out a range of the trendiest pieces every season, along with some great campaigns. Louis Vuitton’s latest ‘Core Values’ campaign featuring legendary boxer Muhammad Ali and his grandson puts the brand on the center stage.

Muhammad Ali at Louis Vuitton

The Core Values campaign roping in the illustrious names from different spheres banks upon the cult status of Muhammad Ali this time. Though the ad shows the boxer in all his humility but it’s his 3-year-old grandson who envisages the typical Muhammad Ali aggression with gloves on and chest out.

The campaign also featuring Louis Vuitton’s ‘Keepall 50’ bag has been shot by photographer Annie Leibowitz at the backyard of the rumble in the jungle star’s house in Phoenix.

Forevermark Diamond for QueenAs we have always maintained that when it comes to Karl Lagerfeld then expect it to be larger-than-life, state of the art with the topping of loads of glamour and bizarreness.

Though not exactly horsing around with dollops of glamour but definitely the designer is all set to glorify one of his pieces, better known as Little Black Jacket. After LBD, its LBJ as Karl has roped in the A-listers to come up with a black-and-white photo-book ‘The Little Black Jacket: Chanel’s Classic Revisited’, in collaboration with former French Vogue Editor CarineRoitfeld.

To give a glimpse of the book the designer has put up an exhibition in SoHo, New York City featuring 113 black and white images of the likes of Sarah Jessica Parker, Anna Wintour, Kanye West, TidaSwilton, all wearing the classic jacket about which the designer states – it takes wearing a jacket on anything but your shoulders to keep it stylish.

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Suneet Varma at IIFA 2012The 13th edition of IIFA Rocks 2012 saw designer Suneet Varma showcasing his special collection at the launch of Envi by Gitanjali and Gemfields.

Suneet Varma at IIFA 2012The designer celebrating his 25 years in the industry belted out a preppy collection titled, ‘The Eternal Lightness of Being’. The free flowing frivolous designs by Suneet were complemented by an exquisite collection of high-end jewellery studded with emeralds. The colorful printed extravaganza by the designer featured well-detailed slinky gowns, draped saris and fit-and-flare dresses.

Suneet Varma at IIFA 2012

All the designs shown by Suneet were well accessorized by preppy headbands rendering boho-chic look to the collection.

Malaga by Malini Agarwalla introduces its new line of jewellery reflecting its signature style in which necklaces are made using chains combines with pearls and stones.

Using an array of different styles, these necklaces range from elegant settings to more funky collar-like pieces. With either silver or gold accents used to highlight these designs, these pieces have universal appeal. Even more excitingly, this collection includes a stunning array of new belts that are just perfect to jazz up that evening gown or a sari.

About her exclusive chains collection Malini Agarwalla shares, “Using chains allow the neckpieces to be more versatile so that the elegance of the pearls can be readily adapted to whichever outfit takes your fancy. The chains also allow or the necklaces to fall and drape in a softer manner and can be used to make even a statement piece seem delicate."
 
 The storied Italian fashion house Gucci launches exclusive and ‘one of a kind’ pieces for India for Fall Winter 2012.

Following the success of the special edition bags in 2010 and 2011, Gucci introduces a limited edition range of exclusive bags from the classic Emily line and New Bamboo bags for India. Emily bags come in three sizes; cocktail version, roomier version and a tote in champagne, beige and wheat ostrich shades. The bags are characterized by elegant chain straps and an iconic horsebit detail on the front flap and each of these bags feature an ‘India Exclusive’ metal plaque on the inside.

On the other hand, The Bamboo collection features five New Bamboo bags in three exclusive leathers including a glimmering Gold Crocodile, a Gold perforated Diamante pattern on black leather and a refined pastel pink. Each of these bags is ‘one-of-a kind’ and features an embossed ‘India Exclusive’ tag on the mirror case Created in 1947, the New Bamboo is one of Gucci’s iconic creations. The bags are elegantly trimmed with bamboo fringed tassels and have a bamboo closure. The internal organization features a coin purse and zippered pockets and the sober iconicity of the Bamboo details makes this bag iconic.
 
The much anticipated launch of BiKa Swimwear by Ambika Sanjana at the luxurious store CREO in Mumbai came up with a fashionable soiree recently.

Ambika’s collaboration with an NGO called Birth Right where a portion of the money generated by BiKa goes to the NGO was the talk of the evening. However, the highlight of the soiree was live mannequins modeling the BiKa Swimwear.

The evening saw the glitterati and luminaries of the city gracing the event. The attendees included Mia Yuedo, Reshma&Sulaiman Merchant, Adam & Nisha Bedi, Nishka Lulla, Ashish Raheja, Siddhartha Rawal, ShamaSikander and RizwanSikender, Henry &AshitaTham, Haniif Hilal, ParveenDusanj, Sonal Shah, KarishmaTanna, Subha Sethi and RupalGagar and many more.
 

The arid summery pastures often get monotonous enough that only splashes of colors can bring life. And our fashion creators know pretty well that colors galore are a preppy practical way to happy modish summers. So here is color blocking making inroads to the state-of-the-art wardrobes.

The hottest fashion trend of the season color blocking paints an alluring color palette on the outfits. Pairing contrasting hues from pastels to neutrals together define the trend and quite efficaciously render a preppy-chic look keeping the silhouettes simple and clean. The trend is about mixing hues like hot pink, tangerine, yellow and cobalt blue to create a loud vibrant look and standing out.

The designers like Haider Ackermann have an interesting range of assortments showing color blocking. The silk pajama pants worn with well draped and flowy jackets in contrasting hues make a perfect pair. Interestingly, Mulberry has a range of girly color blocked dresses and the pair of leather tops teamed up with chiffon skirts.

Though how trendiest the look may be but all you need to do is to keep it bit subtle to avoid looking like a rainbow. For playing safe, pair up a neutral shade like black or white with a bright one, and accessorize the look with colorful accessories.


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The launch of Asia’s Youngest Designer Prachi Badve’s first store in Kothroor, Pune came up with a cocktail soiree hosted by TehseenPoonawala, of late.

A perfect showcase of style and glamour, the evening witnessed the models sashaying amongst the audience tobeautiful vocals being belted out by the crooner and delectable hors d’oeuvres being offered to guests.

The event was well-attended by the who’s who of the city including Charu Bhatnagar, Monika Trivedi, Pooja Shah, Diya Thakker, Dr.Satyajeet Nair, PavitraWalvekar, Mohammed Musavi, Rohit & Seema Chopra, Vineet & Neeta Goyal, Surhuda& SameerChandavaskar, Damini Oberoi, Aavana, Shahista Merchant and many more.