NEWS IN ELLE

Shoeporn of the week: the glitter-finish leather pumps by Miu Miu

Part of the 40′s-influenced Miu Miu FW11 collection, this pair of pumps will enhance any of your outfits! Both glamourous and elegant, the glitter leather high-heel shoes (395€) masterfully embodies the brand image of Prada’s little sister, Miu Miu! You can get a pair on Net-a-porter! Read the rest of this entry »

Born in the city of Saitama (Japan), Tsumori Chisato studied fashion at the prestigious Bunka Fashion School in Tokyo. Graceful, elegant and fun at the same time, Tsumori Chisato’s work has been greatly appreciated over the years.

Having always been proudly international at heart, with a particular penchant for all things French, Tsumori Chisato chose Paris as the destination for her first free-standing shop outside Asia. Situated in the Marais, the boutique showcases Tsumori Chisato’s love for the arts through collaborations with photographers, visual artists and set designers exhibited in the storefront!

If you want to shop her collection online, discover her store on LaGarçonne.com. Discover our selection of Tsumori Chisato‘s works after the break!! Just exceptional… Read the rest of this entry »

Henrik Vibskov designed an amazing African-style line of computer bags (145€)! Danish fashion designer, Henrik Vibskov, surprises us once again (see his bike bag here)with these computer bags (more pics after the break). Though the pattern look exotic, they are are made of multicolored wool and cashmere…Get yours and be unique! You can find “Judith”, “Nepal” or “Puddy” on farfetch.com Read the rest of this entry »

Yves Saint Laurent Tribute brown leather pumps

The tribute is a classic, I insist, an essential of YSL’s shoes line! Why ? The curb of the heel is elegant, the silhouette is pure, the toe is sort of aggressive… To me, this pair of shoes embodies the personality of a liberated, yet amazingly elegant woman! Remember that talented Yves Saint Laurent wanted his brand to epitomize the reactionary spirit of the Paris left bank (he was the first famous designer to open a store on this side of the Seine), what to say then about Yves Saint Laurent Tribute pumps (565€) ? That being said, no wonder this item is one of the best seller masterpieces of French mythical fashion house.  Read the rest of this entry »

Shot by frequent Rodarte collaborator Autumn de Wilde, the Rodarte for Opening Ceremony FW 2011 lookbook featuring twins Gwen and Donna Loos is of a rare beauty ! The collection itself was inspired by the Nordic romance of Scandinavia and mixes silk dresses with touches of ruffle, lambskin stripped leather skirts, printed shirting and uncommon Fair Isle-patterned knits. A soft palette of tones like mint, blush and ochre dominates both the men’s and women’s looks. View the breathtaking collection hereunder and check the pre-sale HERE !  Read the rest of this entry »

Proenza Schouler FW2011 masterpiece: the button side jacquart cardigan

Seen on La Garçonne, this Proenza Schouler cardigan is just a breathtaking masterpiece: a heavy weight, loose jacquard cardigan with off center placket and leather covered buttons…This is certainly one of the most looked-after pieces of this winter! Let’s say then that with this cardigan Fair Isle or Jacquard is still in this season!  Read the rest of this entry »