Sneak Peak into Elle Magazine's Accesories director Kate Davidson Hudson's home

Who lives there: Kate Davidson Hudson, Accessories director, ELLE Magazine,

Where is it located: New York

What’s special about it: We share a mutual love of stacked rings, vintage Lanvin and anything in pony hair by Peirre hardy. A fabulous way for safe keeping our most prized jewellery.

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Watch Malgorzata Dudek S/S 12 London Fashion Week Show

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Footballer John Carew closes Monsura Boutique's London Fashion Week Catwalk Show !

West Ham United footballer John Carew made his Fashion Week Catwalk debut at the Monsura Boutique show produced by LGN Events. The event show was part of the ‘A La Mode’ London Fashion Week designer Catwalk presentations and took place last night at the luxurious Charing Cross Hotel in Strand.
Monsura Boutique is a new Luxurious yet affordable accessory brand designing show stopping high end bags for both men and women. Dressed in an Ozwald Boateng suit, styled by Monsura Boutique, John strut down the Catwalk in Monsura’s boutique’s new menswear bag range.

Other guests in attendance included A-List Nollywood actress Genevieve Nnaji, Model Lauren Budd amongst editors and buyers.

For further information on Monsura Boutique visit: http://www.monsura.com/

For images or more information on the event visit: www.lgn-events.co.uk or email joy@lagenevenorth.co.uk

Photo credit: Carl Lueng

Street Style: Covent Garden

Paul Costelloe S/S 12 At LFW

Well, what a show! Paul Costelloe has been a leader in the British fashion industry for the past 30 years and definitely did not disappoint with his S/S 12 collection at LFW. The designer has presented his S/S and A/W catwalk collections at London Fashion Week every season for the past 15 years. Due to Paul Costelloe’s popularity, he has opened the week for the past six seasons bringing originality and flair. The label is primarily focussed on women’s wear, but has recently become more diverse with strong men’s wear collections. This famous designer has previously stated his typical client would be an "international, modern woman, aged between 27 and 97. She is discreet; she wants to be seen but not screened” (Costelloe, 2009, www.londonfashionweek.co.uk).

The S/S 12 collection was showcased at Somerset house and was based on current season trends such as nude tones and feminine silhouettes.  The women were dressed in pretty, flirty and flattering baby doll dresses made from rich brocade fabrics. Pastel colours were prominent such as creams, candyfloss pinks and peaches, giving the structured pieces a soft, romantic feeling. In contrast with the nude tones in the outfits, the models wore pea green eye makeup which acted as a bold, flirty colour contrast. The fitted dresses featured balloon skirts and puffed sleeves, distinctive of 1960s mod fashion. Empire lines were big news as were high waists and short hemlines. Rich silks and frill detailing also added to the sweet and innocent portrayals. Costelloe pushed the boundaries by adding heeled sandals and socks to his runway looks, and we just couldn’t complain at the end result.

Similarly, the male models wore muted tones but the designs were stylish, fresh and slick. The tailored suits were in charcoals and greys and were perfectly cut. The outfits could be taken straight off the catwalk and into a business meeting and would appeal to a professional wishing to look dapper.

The show received a great reception as it delivered Paul Costelloe’s iconic style. The looks were effortlessly chic. There was much anticipation and hype for Costelloe’s S/S 12 collection and he certainly did not let his fans down.

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Caroline Charles S/S 12 At LFW

Caroline Charles is a renowned and respected British women’s wear designer and a lot was expected from her S/S 12 collection at LFW. The designer has enjoyed celebrity following over the years from Lulu to Princes Diana. Her designs appeal to sophisticated ladies looking for classic pieces which are suited for day or work wear.

The S/S collection had a Parisian theme with oversized sunglasses and round straw boater hats. These pieces were the fundamental accessories in the runway show. The clothes were chic and elegant with a feminine tailored fit. Caroline Charles’s beautiful collection could definitely be categorised as “glamour for grown-ups”. The colour pallet was blacks, whites and navy blues with a variety of prints. Check and hounds tooth featured heavily, adding fun and excitement to the modestly designed clothing.

The designs were simple and classic, as expected from the designer, using high waisted trousers and effortless shift dresses. These wide leg pants were teamed with pretty feminine blouses. Accessories were key, illustrated by the sequin embellished ribbon neck pieces and ribbon bow belts. The conservative trends were brought alive by what seemed like the new summer headwear staple – the straw hat. Caroline Charles displayed a variety of styles and colours in these hats ranging from oversized to simple boater hats with ribbon detailing.



These wearable designs could easily be visualised on elegant ladies at the French Riviera. The ready to wear looks were teamed with small black heels, offering customer’s attainable day to night looks. The runway collection certainly inspired me to dig out my old straw hat from the back of the closet and add a look of mystique to my styling with long trousers and feminine cuts. Hats off to Caroline Charles!

Introducing Yu:I&Me....

Tell us a bit about the label yu:I&me?

The collection from Yu:l&Me has a strong tendency to produce Haute couture lines with a characteristic of unisex designs, creating mixed harmony by capturing essence between traditional and modern designs that can also be freely blend with characteristics of east and west culture.

Who is it targeted at?

 The designs are targeted for people who are looking for a garment which they can wear in a place like party, event and awards ceremony.
 
How did you come up with the name?
 Yu:l&Me is a combination of words from the two designer's name, Rami Joo which indicates 'Me' and Yul Seo as in Yu:l.

What makes your pieces unique?

 We are generously investing a lot of money and time to experiment and create a new textiles and unique designs like, creating LED garment

and designing new patterns. I think this will lead our designs to be unique with the endless possibilities.
 
Tell us a bit about some of your inspirations?
 We find motives from natural science and general part of art in photography, architecture, movies and music.

If you can select any celebrity to front your campaign who would it be and why?

 We are planning to find right people and place to promote our brand, such as people who need to be in a lot of special occasions since the designs

has strong Haute couture characteristics. However, it is yet to be found.

What are you most looking forward to with regards to your London Fashion Week Debut?

 First of all, we are excited and looking forward to show our collection in London, where it is known to be the first kick off place in fashion trend and since it is also a meaningful chance to promote and show our designs of modernized Korean traditional garments to the world, which we can help promote Korean culture.

Where can your pieces be purchased?

 The designs are made-to-order for private clients from our workshop at this point.
You can order designs from www.ymartist.com