fashion
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Bold & Beautiful Blazers by Le Grana
A fellow Dubai girl and graduate of Ryerson University, Grana Khan held an intimate but EXTRAVAGANT preview for her SS2012 collection last week in the garden of her Dubai villa. While her asymmetrical skirts were definitely gorgeously draped, and shirts and blouses creatively cut and beautifully embellished, I was attracted most to her blazers! Here…
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Jumpsuit of the Day: Elettra Wiedeman in Black Lace over Blue
Last week, model Elettra Wiedeman wore a stunning blue and black lace jumpsuit to the opening of Stella McCartney’s new boutique in SoHo, New York. Draped on any other garment, the black lace-over-blue ensemble would have appeared outrageously tacky, but the shape and fit of this jumpsuit (a Stella McCartney piece) make the print and…
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Coming Soon… FLUCTURE by Hafsa Lodi
I’m really excited to announce that my upcoming collection will soon be completely ready! Expect lots of black lace, studs, pearls, dramatic collars and monochrome prints! “Like” the Facebook Page to stay updated.
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“Unclothed on the Catwalk” – Read my piece about bra-less models on the runway in the winter issue of McClung’s Magazine!
After the past few seasons of fashion weeks, I couldn’t help but notice the increase in the lack of lingerie worn by models on the runways, and the rise in designers who clothe their girls in sheer fabrics, with their breasts exposed. They may be beautiful, bold and brave, but is it necessary that they…
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Jumpsuit of the Day: Rachel Zoe in YSL
On Wednesday night, Rachel Zoe attended the launch of the ZOE Media Group in Hollywood, wearing a YSL jumpsuit. The maroon colour and sequinned texture channeled the spirit of the festive holiday season perfectly, and her hair was styled in loose braids, meeting in a side-swept ponytail. Though I’m not the biggest fan of sequinned…
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Currently Craving: Cape from POCA & POCA
My favourite jumpsuits sold in Dubai are created by Karolina Gniewek, designer of Poca & Poca. Earlier this year, I tried on some of her designs at O Concept and fell in love! On Monday, Karolina, in association with The Fashion Network, Savoir Flair and United Designers, displayed her new “Merry Christmas” collection at the…
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Jumpsuit of the Day: Kylie Minogue in Sheer
It looks like the jumpsuit may be on its way to becoming a costume rather than a fashionable garment in the wardrobes of some celebrities. Jessie J and Nicki Minaj may be able to pull it off (or not) in their own quirky ways, but when it becomes bridal wear or “glamorous” stage attire, the…
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“How To Channel your Inner Lady Gaga while dressing in Pakistan”—Read my Feature in the Daily Times Sunday Magazine!
By now, you all must know how much I love to discuss Lady Gaga when I write about how fashion trends in the West translate into style in the East. A few months ago, I wrote a feature about her “Little Monsters” in Dubai for Gulf News tabloid, and this week, my piece about her…
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Jumpsuit as Bridal Wear?
As much as it pains me to dedicate a post to a reality show star, much less one whose claim to fame is her role on The Real Housewives of Atlanta, I couldn’t pass the chance to discuss her wedding attire, since she opted for a jumpsuit for one of her THREE bridal looks. Seriously,…
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Currently Craving… FYUNKA: The Banana Taepei of Arabia
Months ago, the “Banane” Birkin-printed canvas shopping bags created by Taiwanese brand Banana Taepei were a hit amongst brand-savvy enthusiasts, who finally found a way to show off their love for Hermes without emptying their wallets. I even spotted one at a party in Dubai. But Banana Taepei, move aside and take us off of…
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