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French luxury group Kering SA recently said it bought a minority stake in U.S. based fashion brand Altuzarra. The American label, founded by Joseph Altuzarra will still remain independent and the designer’s mother will continue to act as company chairman.

The deal will be beneficial to Altuzarra in launching its debut accessories line and also to develop its infrastructure. Kering will deliver its knowledge and years of experience in expanding some of fashion’s biggest names – including Stella McCartney, Alexander McQueen and Christopher Kane.

Dior recently unveiled their Miss Dior Autumn/Winter 2013 campaign, featuring the 23-year-old Oscar winner Jennifer Lawrence.

The campaign shot by photographer Willy Vanderperre, showcases the star posing in Dior’s sculpted tuxedos along with Miss Dior bags and clutches. Jen’s blue eyes really pop against the white backdrop, while a neutral, shimmering shadow lets her natural beauty shine through. The star’s hair was worn back, keeping the focus on her facial features.

Style icon Alexa Chung was excited to reveal her latest piece of work, a self-written book called It, at the launch at Liberty London on Wednesday night.

The cover of the book is pale pink with the star’s name in scrawled script across the top, a photo of Alexa’s eye and the title It. Ms Chung’s new book includes her own photographs and drawing, but talking about her literary venture, Alexa says, ‘It’s definitely not an autobiography, but it’s me writing, so in a way it probably will have that element.’ Alexa further revealed that her passion lies in art rather than fashion and said that drawing is what she does best.

It by Alexa Chung is published by Particular Books at £16.99.

She believes in highlighting the personality of her clients on an individual level and regards clothing as the wrapping paper of the human body that should be complimentary to its content. Graduate of fashion designing from SND, Tarana Rajpal Masand is the winner of the first ever Indian Smirnoff International Fashion Awards.

Her label ‘Tarana’ is known for cleverly crafted silhouettes created by swirls of rich fabrics like georgette, tulles and chiffon interspersed with ostentatious designs, captures the subtle nuances of a woman, highlighting the beauty within. Her flagship store is situated at Mumbai. The range comprises Shift kurtas worn with tight Churidars, Sarees and Lehengas across a color palate of pale subdued hues accentuated with self-embroidery, and a stronger, bolder, monochrome look of plums and reds along with pastels.

The designer has showcased her collection at Wills India Fashion Week and her designs have been adorned by celebrities like Sri Devi, Bipasha Basu and Jacqueline Fernandez.

Tarana Masand’s Pret & Couture wear is available at Ensemble, Aza, Kimaya in Mumbai, Ensemble in New Delhi, as well as other select stores internationaly.

You can get ‘Tarana Masand’ at:-
www.taranamasand.com

Famous jewellery designer Varuna D Jani, unveiled her marvelous ‘Bridal awakening’ sophisticated craftsmanship, fine details and clean lines.

The collection is classified into three distinct categories Classic, Contemporary & Trendsetter depending upon the bride’s persona. The classic range features traditional diamond necklace and earring embedded with colored gemstones, while the Contemporary Bridal line comprises glamorous diamond jewellery with Precious and semi-precious stones, creating an ethereal symphony of class and grandeur. The Trendsetter range is for the Modern Indian woman who sure wants to set the trend and complete her look with a cocktail ring or a chandelier earring or simply a solitaire.

The first ever Boudoir Trunk Show presented on the 4th September at the Four Seasons Hotel, Mumbai, stands apart from the myriad exhibitions and shows that take place in the city.

The first edition showcased limited edition labels such as Luxury resortwear and evening wear by Ash Haute Couture, Festive wear by KanikaKedia, Menswear by KunalTanna, Indian wear by NehaMehra, costume jewelry by ‘Raya’ by VijetaRamchandani, designer wedding cards & invitations by Ravish Kapoor, Autumn Winter Resort wear by PiaPauro, Parco Raccolta by ShreyaPrakash and Luxury resort wear by Turquoise and Gold.

An initiative of Heena Kalantri and Ashna Kalra , the Trunk Show will be a regular feature for Mumbaites, bringing curated collections and limited editions by Designers who are not readily available in Mumbai and have made a name for themselves in the national and international arena.

Seen browzing and enjoying shopping in a luxe, exclusive ambience were Gauhar Khan and Bhagyashree (who came dressed in elegant Indianwear by Kanika Kedia), Tara Sharma resplendant in a sari by Pia Pauro, Madhoo Shah, Shehla Khan, Bijal Meswani, Karuna Rajan, Karishma Tanna, Neelakshi amongst several others.

Global lifestyle footwear brand, Crocs announced the opening of its 30^thstore at Delhi’s premium, Khan Market.

This exclusive store features fresh white walls, T Curved contours, green ceiling and wooden floor, creating a sense of comfort and relaxation. The new store occupies an area of about 500 square feet and offers shoes flats, loafers, sneakers and flip flops in a range of colors and sizes for men, women and children. Crocs has many exciting new collections to pick from, including Hurrache, Hover Synth Suede Sneaker, Genna II, Retro Flip flop and many more. The store opening hours will be from 10:30 am to 9:30 pm.

Gorgeous and well known for her style, Bollywood actress Kalki Koechlin along with Mr. Nissan Joseph, General Manager, Crocs India were invited for the grand opening of the store.

With the recent opening of the House’s first men’s flagship in Milan’s Brera district, Gucci becomes the first brand to join Google Business Photos project and launch indoor view on Google Maps. Thanks to this new feature from Google’s Street View technology, visitors can now take a virtual walk through the boutique and experience Creative Director Frida Giannini’s design concept.
The experience is available via mobile, tablet and desktop through Browser and App navigation, Google Maps users can experience 360° panoramic store imagery and view the House’s men’s collections. On the Google Maps App for Android and iOS, users can access the in-store view using the accelerometer that allows navigation simply by moving around one’s device.

To experience Gucci’s Indoor View, please click

Google Maps
http://goo.gl/n665hl

Google Places
http://goo.gl/mAZahP

Ashish & Viral’s AW 13 collection is inspired by the Nawabs of Awadh in 18^th century, a story of Zubeida – a courtesan her extensive wardrobe with rich vintage embroideries and classy cuts, in the post- Mughal state of Awadh.

Keeping in mind the cultural accomplishments of this time, the silhouettes are adapted from a period and are retouched to give more contemporary look. The Lehengas, Kalidars, Kediya Jackets, Dupattas – imply a complete covered yet a sexy look.

The colors are strictly black and shades of white with hints of pinks and reds. The fabrics used are Georgette, cottons and Mashroos with an extensive use of hand block prints in natural dyes.

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Monthly Archives: September 2013

Kering’s Stake in Altuzarra

Jennifer for Miss Dior Ad

IT

Tarana Masand

Varuna‘s Bridal awakening

The Boudoir Luxury

Crocs New store in Delhi

Gucci Google Maps

Virtues A/W at Atosa