Chanel Jelly Shoes

Posted on 23 July 2012 by lamberta

Every season sees the return of an unexpected retro fashion and this year has been a bumper trip down memory lane. And nostalgia is evident in this week’s most loved item, baby pink Chanel S/S12 Jelly Shoes, chosen by fashion bloggers, t h i s / o r / t h a t / ? / founder Mélanie Crété for example.

Originating in post war Britain, where leather and other resources were scarce, jelly shoes started as a practical footwear option, ideal for wet or sandy conditions. The fashion was launched in the States at the 1982 World Fair in Knoxville, where a buyer for New York’s Bloomingdales saw the display and promptly ordered 2,400 pairs in nine different styles. The shoes took off, and the likes of Jean Paul Gaultier were brought in to design new styles. However, the appeal of the jelly shoe has remained nostalgic and kitsch, never really stepping out of the arena of novelty footwear. Appearances on the silver screen have been limited, aside from the black pair that adorn the feet of Jeff Daniel’s The Dude throughout The Big Lebowski, yet, with the production of a Chanel version, summer 2012 seems to be marked as their moment.

Via AnOther

LAMBERT NEW YORK LOVES: SUMMER PORTFOLIO CLUTCHES

Posted on 22 June 2012 by lamberta

Our latest summer obsession are the colorful portfolio clutches from established brands Rochas and Clare Vivier, and rising stars Flea Bags and TL 180.

Brooklyn based contemporary handbag brand Flea Bags has teamed up with savvy online retailer Of a / Kind to create a clutch so fresh, we had to share it. In a natural canvas and leather combo, with striped lining and a neon zipper, the Limited Edition Riding Clutch can fit your iPad, iPhone, sunglasses and sunscreen!

Of a Kind- $115: http://ofakind.com/editions/908-RIDING-CLUTCH

Clare Vivier, known for her stylish and simple fold over leather clutches with pop accents, has inspired us to ditch cross-body bags once again. Her large portfolio tan leather clutches with a thick painted neon stripe down the center are just the right amount of function and personality. Personally, we dig the pink, but there are four great colors to choose from.

Clare Vivier – $155: http://www.clarevivier.com/clutches.htm

For any one with enough neon to last them the entire summer at this point, Parisian brand Rochas has a beautiful luxe large tan and teal clutch with subtle gold lettering.

Rochas – $645: http://www.rochas.com/en.aspx#1

Metallic is a summer trend that is only going to get bigger this fall, and we love these metallic clutches from French handbag brand TL 180. They come in a huge variety of colors, and satisfy the trend without taking it out on your paycheck.

TL 180 – $290: http://www.tl-180.com/pochs.html

Bill Gaytten Presented His Last Dior Collection

Posted on 18 June 2012 by lamberta

BILL GAYTTEN has unveiled his final pre-spring/summer 2013 collection for Dior, following the designer’s departure from the label on June 5. He remains acreative director of John Galliano. Raf Simons will make his debut for the French fashion brand during Couture Fashion Week in July, following his appointment as its creative director back in April.

Gaytten’s resort collection was much like his fall one: full of airy, voluminous skirts, trim riding jackets, and tulle. He kept his emphasis on the waist with lots of belted dresses, corseted tops, and peplums. If we’ve learned anything about Gaytten over the past year, it’s that his forte lies in pretty, wearable, sellable clothes — he may never be the imaginative iconoclast that John Galliano was, but he deftly safeguarded Dior’s image at a time when a steady hand was needed.

Via The Cut

Dolce & Gabbana Gold Edition 2012 Sunglasses

Posted on 11 June 2012 by lamberta

For SS12 Dolce&Gabbana launch a very special and precious limited edition sunglass collection to satisfy your most luxurious eyewear needs.

The Gold Edition for SS12 is declined in the male and female versions. For women, the Dolce&Gabbana Gold Edition comes in two styles: Pure Gold and Gold Sofia.

The Pure Gold sunglasses are a vintage yet streamlined shape. The square frame is inspired by a gold ingot and provides a statement unparalleled by other sunglasses. The frame is gilded in 18K gold and is available in both white and yellow gold.

The Gold Sofia version has a lighter frame and is thoroughly inspired by vintage Fifties designs. The Sofia gold style is also available in both yellow and white gold.

The Special Edition aviators for men have been designed with a fold at the front where they can be folded to a 45-degree angle for practicality.

(Via WWD)

Carven: Fun, Ready to Wear Fashion for Summer 2012

Posted on 6 June 2012 by lamberta

At a time when haute couture ruled the fashion scene, Carven was giving women approachable pieces with couture quality to fit their everyday lives. In 1945, Madame Carmen de Tommaso began the luxury brand, creating very relaxed, ready-to-wear clothing with a Parisian point of view featuring pops of color, clever details, and always a feminine air.

The Summer 2012 line is a great example of how Carven can take a woman from day to night, or from the office to the beach in one collection.

Colors in Summer 2012 run the gamut from cobalt blues, black and white, to pink, mustard and camel. With shorts, crop tops, baby doll dresses, skirts, and jackets among the items on offer, Carven finds a way to be sophisticated and demure in one ensemble and flirty and quirky in the next.

Florals and graphic designs add a touch of fun while cute cut outs at the chest and waist are a great way to show come skin this summer.

(Via JustLuxe)

Carven.com

Carven launches flip-up retro-styled sunglasses

Posted on 1 June 2012 by lamberta

Collaborating with eyewear brand L’Amy, French luxury house Carven is launching an eyewear line with a collection of round frame flip-up sunglasses. The Anastasie model comes in a variety of playful colors and brow bar shapes.

Carven’s Anastasie glasses feature round lenses with gold metal rims, with clip-on solar lenses that can be flipped down.

As for the colors, fashionistas will be able to choose from a selection of summery neon tones like yellow, green, pink and red.

(Via Luxuo)

Missoni designs sandals for Havaianas

Posted on 30 May 2012 by lamberta

Italian brand Missoni, which specializes in original printed knitwear, is collaborating with Brazilian brand Havaianas for a high-end capsule collection of thong sandals.

Sporting iconic Missoni motifs, the thong sandals are composed of leftover pieces of the Brazilian brand’s multicolored rubber flip flops, which are then put together to create various forms of zigzag patchwork.

One of the new models for 2012, the “Missoni Loves Havaianas Slim,” is adorned with several jewel-style lucky charms and will be available in select retail outlets in mid-June for a price of 90 euros.

Last year, Missoni collaborated with another mass-market brand, US retailer Target, creating a 400-piece range with its signature zigzag patterns.

The collaboration line, with many items priced at under $50, was so popular that it sold out almost immediately from retailers across the US.

(Via Luxuo)

Gucci Joins Safilo to Present a Collection of Sustainable Sunglasse

Posted on 28 May 2012 by lamberta

Luxury can be sustainable and need not be a burden on the environment. Gucci, one of the world’s leading luxury brands had way back in 2004 voluntarily initiated a Corporate Social Responsibility (SA 8000) certification process for its entire production cycle. They are now collaborating with Safilo who are worldwide leader in the premium eyewear segment and produce some of the most expensive sunglasses in the world.

Together they have launched a collection of sustainable models of sunglasses.Last year in August Gucci and Safilo together introduced four models made from acetate containing a high percentage of material from natural origins.

The two collaborators, Gucci and Safilo are working on creating a prototype made from a material alternative to plastic. Both the renowned Italian companies share the same human, ethical and social values and will continue to strive together towards greater sustainability.

(Via Elite Choice)

Dior opens an ephemeral boutique in the heart of Saint-Tropez.

Posted on 21 May 2012 by lamberta

[dropcap]O[/dropcap]nce again, Dior takes up residence in Saint-Tropez and settles in the intimate atmosphere of the gardens of the Embassy. In an eighteenth century in an atmosphere Dior opens its temporary boutique that allows both to buy the latest creations from the houseand enjoy little culinary moments.

Peter Marino has handled the interior design and was inspired by the famous boutique on Avenue Montaigne which includes femininity and modernity in shades of gray and “toile” .The spaces are filled with contemporary works such as the table Hubert Le Galland Lawrence Chauvat mirror.

The “Plus” of this year: the ephemeral concept store expands with a new room exclusively dedicated to ready-to-wear.
On the other side of the street, moved the temporary boutique Dior Homme. The selection of ready-to-wear and accessories reflects the inspiration and aesthetics of Dior Homme.

Le « Dior des Lices »

For the second consecutive year, the triple starred Chef, Yannick Alleno, will settle in the gardens of the Dior boutique in St. Tropez.

He will welcome customers for a unique moment of relaxation with a glass of champagne, served in the beautiful gardens sculpted by Peter Wirtz.

Yannick Alleno was inspired by Mr. Dior to create its delicious summer menu and just as ephemeral as the shop. At The « Dior des Lices » the privileged can enjoy gourmet moments throughout the day.

Dior à Saint-Tropez

13, rue François Sibilli

Tel: + 33 4 98 12 67 67

www.dior.com

Burberry 2012 Eyewear Collection: One Night Only in Paris

Posted on 9 May 2012 by lamberta

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]hursday, May 3, 2012, the British band One Night Only gave an exclusive concertin Paris to celebrate the campaign Burberry Summer 2012 Eyewear. The eveningwas held at the Burberry flagship store on rue du Faubourg Saint-Honore in the 8tharrondissement of Paris.

Burberry presents one night only concert

One Night Only is one of the four British bands that recorded music exclusively for the Burberry campaign. The three other groups are : The Daydream Club in Milan on May 3, Marika Hackman on May 3 in New York and Life in Film 4 May in Sydney.During the evening Paris, among the guests, Clotilde Courau, Yelle, Hande Kodja,Lucia Lucas, were all dressed in Burberry.

Burberry’s different platforms allow users to follow the launch of the Eyewear campaign on internet worldwide.

The campaign features sunglasses aviators, and timeless unisex. Available in Burberry stores worldwide and Burberry.com

(Via FirstLuxe)

Chopard Celebrates 65th Cannes Film Festival

Posted on 9 May 2012 by lamberta

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[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Cannes Film Festival is just around the corner, and to celebrate its 15th year as the event’s official sponsor, luxury jewelry house Chopard has made sure its Red Carpet Collection 2012 is one to remember, with designs ranging from classic old Hollywood to extravagant and colorful creations.

Standout fine jewels in this year’s 65-piece Red Carpet Collection comprise a range of cascading diamond necklace including a floral-inspired variety set with over 1,100 diamonds, pink sapphires, and rubies, while more playful creations include an apple-shaped ring.

The extravagant jewels on display during Cannes are always a major highlight for fashionistas, with the likes of jury member Diane Kruger and Bérénice Bejo, Mistress of Ceremonies for 2012, among this year’s most eagerly anticipated stars poised to grace the red carpet.

(Via LUXUO)

Chanel: New boutique in Saint-Tropez

Posted on 4 May 2012 by lamberta

[dropcap]F[/dropcap]rom April 28 to October 7, 2012, the Maison Chanel opens a pop up store in Saint Tropez. The boutique will settle temporarily for the second time in the Hotel La Mistralée, a few meters from the Vieux Port.

The choice of destination was not done randomly. Indeed, from May 16, the south of France will host, as usual, the 65th Festival de Cannes. It is in a nineteenth century ambience that Chanel will exhibit its Paris-Bombay and Spring-Summer 2012 collections.

: Pop up store of Chanel in Hôtel La Mistralée 2011

pop up store

www.chanel.com/fr_FR/

Expression collection of Chanel

Posted on 3 May 2012 by lamberta

[dropcap]S[/dropcap]ummer is approaching and Chanel took the opportunity to release its new Summer 2012 Makeup Collection called Expression.
The famous Chanel Mascara Sublime comes in waterproof version to accompany your eyelashes during your escapades at seaside.

To highlight and colo rof eyes, the eyeliner line graph will be in three colors:black, silver and purple:

eyeliner black

Finally the magic eye shadows Shadow Illusions will equip themselves with shades of pearl, pastels, warm and cool tones to beautify the eyes to the end of the night.

(Chanel Make Up)

Givenchy’s S/S 2012 Eyewear Campaign‎

Posted on 2 May 2012 by lamberta

[dropcap]A[/dropcap]dding to their already stunning Spring/Summer apparel campaign, Givenchy has incorporated Gisele Bundchen, Chris Moore and Simone Nobili into their eyewear campaign as well. The images were shot by the talented Mert and Marcus and give off an intense feeling of lust and drama. Though it conjures up a different aesthetic than Givenchy’s clothing campaign, which features the same three models with the addition of Mariacarla Boscono, it compliments the set nicely. Take a look at the Spring/Summer 2012 Givenchy eyewear ad campaign.

Tom Ford Spring/Summer 2012 Men’s Lookbook

Posted on 2 May 2012 by lamberta

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]om Ford‘s Spring/Summer 2012 Lookbook has hit the net — and we’re absolutely in love with the slick aesthetic. Featuring eye-candy Mathias Bergh, and photographed by Tom Ford himself, the SS/12 Collection is a real winner.

Prada Real Fantasies Spring/Summer 2012 | Fashion Meets Fantasy

Posted on 30 April 2012 by lamberta

[dropcap]F[/dropcap]ashion and fantasy collide in the latest showing from Prada. For the Prada Spring/Summer 2012 lookbook Real Fantasies, AMO/OMA explores the nostalgia of hot rodding, golfing, picnicking, the space race, and other wholesome past times.

Told through a sequence of 100% handmade collages – continuing a new tradition of handcraftsmanship started last season – Real Fantasies is a palimpsest of photography, graphics and text that pulls the user into a realm of hyper reality.