Marc Jacobs steps down as creative director of Louis Vuitton

After 16 years at Louis Vuitton Marc Jacobs is leaving.

The New York designer is leaving as the creative director of Louis Vuitton after 16 years at the position to focus on supporting his own label, Marc Jacobs.

The news was confirmed by LVMH chairman and CEO Bernard Arnault.

Jacobs is responsible for introducing the ready-to-wear line to the range and turning the brand into a global brand, before Jacobs joined the label it was known solely for the luggage collections.

A successor to Jacobs is yet to be named

For a look at his work in Vogue over the years press here.

3.1 Phillip Lim New York fashion week Spring/Summer 2014 review

Phillip Lim's S/S 2014 collection is inspired by the elements, and the textures and lines of landscapes, as shown by the use of an ice machine and a salt lined catwalk.

The collection is a range of smart, sophisticated fabrics and cuts that have been finished off with colourful geographical shapes. Coloured smart trousers are popular in the range, matching well with peplum shirts. 

A bleach dye fabric is used for lots of the collection, along with a gorgeous shimmering material that looks elegant and luxurious as a collared shirt and an oversized sleeveless tuxedo jacket. 

Lim's designs seem highly inspired by texture and snowy landscapes.

Phillip Lim's collection for chain store Target went on sale today with prices starting from $14.99.

Benefit Erase Paste review

Erase Paste is part of the 'Confessions of a Concealaholic' kit I recieved last Christmas, the brightening concealer comes in fair, medium and deep, the kit comes with Erase Paste in medium.

Erase Paste is designed to camouflage dark circles around the eyes for a brighter appearance.

The medium colour is possibly slightly too dark for my skin but it is easily blended and only a very small amount of product is required for maximum coverage so the shade is not too much of an issue for me.

The large erase paste comes with a small spatula to help you apply it yo your eye area, since I have the mini version I use both the small brush in the Concealaholic kit and my bigger concealer Benefit brush.

To apply the product dab the brush into the pot very lightly, the product is very thick so you only need a small amount, dab the concealer under your eye from the inside corner outwards and blend very gently using your finger.

I have very dark circles under my eyes and Erase Paste does a great job of not only covering them up but it makes my under eyes appear brighter too, although the product will sink into your eye crease any applied directly to my dark circles stays put all day, although I usually apply a powder ontop to fix the product into place more securely.

Benefit's Erase Paste costs £19.50

Soap & Glory powder review

After buying and loving the Soap and Glory thick and fast mascara I decided to invest in some more of their products.

The powder titled; 'one heck of a blot' comes in a compact case with an applicator and a mirror, the packaging fits with the rest of the Soap and glory products perfectly.

The powder is a translucent colour and can be easily applied with a powder brush too, it doesn't have a very high coverage but it has a long staying time without caking over.

Marc Jacobs' first makeup collection at Sephora

More than a year ago Marc Jacobs revealed that he was launching his own beauty range, the first look of the collection has been revealed.

The colour palettes Marc Jacobs has created are playfully fun and include colours suitable for everyday wear.

Furthermore some of the products have been created for unisex use; Lip lock moisture balm, brow tamer grooming gel and the remedy concealer men.

The 16 foundation shades are created from gel and use anti-ageing technology that achieves a full coverage, Jacobs believes that the natural look is "a little lazy." (as quoted in Grazia)

The collection hits Sephora, sephora.com and some MJ stores in the USA on August 9th, coming to the rest of Europe throughout 2014.

Dolce and Gabbana sentanced to 20 months in jail

Mr Domenice Dolce and Mr Stafano Gabbana have been accused in court of unfaithfully declaring their
earnings.

The pair have been sentenced to 20 months in jail although the sentenced have been suspended during their appeal.

The trial is a result of a crackdown on tax avoidance, beginning in 2008. 

On Wednesday the judge ruled that the pair sold their brand to a Luxembourg based company in 2004 to avoid declaring taxes on royalties of about 1 billion Euros.

However the pair have always stated that they are innocent, and are appealing the sentence.

The company have declined to make a comment. 

River island releases second Rihanna collection

After the success of Rihanna's first River Island collection a Summer collection has been released.

The collection combines Rihanna's love for denim with floaty floral printed fabric, the clothes fit perfectly with Rihanna's edgy but feminine style.

The clothes are easily wearable by a range of body types, it has created clothes for the British weather as well as those purchasing for holiday clothes.

To view the collection further click here.

Summer of blogging!

I've finished university for the summer and I plan to spend it making up for all the blogging i haven't been doing the last few months with all my deadlines. 
I will be reviewing all the make up i've bought in the last few months and uploading some new nail tutorials.
thanks!

Rihanna for River Island collection review

Today singer Rihanna's River Island collection was released in-store and online on the 5th of March to much critical praise.

Barbados born Rihanna initially shown her collection during London fashion week.

The collection highly reflects her tomboy dress style, the collection includes a baseball jacket, denim jeans and dungarees and spiked heels.

The collection also includes casual day-wear and smarter evening-wear.

The collection is available to purchase in-store and online at River Island.

MAC and Rihanna are set to collaberate

Popstar Rihanna and cosmetic brand M.A.C have teamed up to create a range of cosmetics. 

The collection, called 'RiRi for MAC' has pale pink packaging and the first item to hit the stores is titles RiRi Woo, the product is a flame coloured lipstick that is inspired by her favourite MAC lipstick, Ruby Woo. The star's beauty collection will feature a summer line and two additional lipsticks titled Lustre Drops and blush. The fall collection has four lipsticks. lip gloss, eye shadows and false eyelashes. Finally MAC and Rihanna will release a holiday line of 10 items including nail polish and lipstick.

Rihanna claims she wanted to collaborate with MAC as she has " been using MAC on tour for such a long time it was a natural fit for me. I have always loved make-up, and I always said that if I do it, I want to do it with a credible brand" she told Vogue.

More on the release is available to view here.

Matthew Williamson ready-to-wear autumn/winter 2013-2014

   Matthew Williamson's ready-to-wear autumn/winter collection for 2013-2014 is a brilliant contrast between the returning trend monochrome and some bright summer colours.

   The collection uses striped fabric to create a skirt suit set, a range of slim fitting trouser suits are also created using lime and violet colours, the sets are well fitting to the warmer months.
Matthew Williamson has designed many casual items that can be used in a range of combinations to create a wardrobe that is suitable throughout the spring and summer, with floral print being a large influence on the range. Williamson has created floral smart wear with small collars and floral inspired knit wear.

   The roots of the range seem to be within aztec trends, used with textured layers, a fringed necklace is worn and it is combined with a crisp white suit. The summer items mainly consist of light fabric maxi dresses that use colours inspired by the toxic colouring of the Northern Lights, this is reflected by the two toned fringing over a cosmic printed high neck maxi dress.

Matthew said that: "The idea was to move the silhouette on, to look loose, move away from form-fitted and to be relaxed." The collection certainly performs whatever the occasion.
The collection is available to view here.


 

Rihanna's River Island collection at London Fashion Week 2013

Last summer it was announced that pop star Rihanna would design a fashion range for River Island, and the collection has finally been released at London Fashion Week 2013.

The collection is designed for spring/summer and features swimwear and holiday poolside lounge wear.

The daytime dresses are designed with a modern-day woman in mind, the fabric is light, brightly coloured and seeks inspiration from classic wrap dresses.

The casual wear for the collection shows dominant highlights from Rihannas latest favourite fashion trend, 90's grunge revival. Consisting of fishnet skirts and shirts, opaque maxi dresses, and baseball jackets.

I personally see the collection as a mixture of all popular trends from 2010 onwards, boyish inspired clothe, double denim and slouchy lounge wear.

The collection is available online and in-store from March 5, and it is likely that it will sell fast due to the singer's fame.

Some pieces of the collection are available to view here.

Valentino Crystal Collection - Rockstud Naked

Valentino's 2013 spring collection has revealed a new accessories range with a twist.

The new range of bags, named Rockstud Naked are made from clear pvc and golden studs. 

The shoes from the collection are made from a combination of calfskin and clear pvc to create the crystal effect.

The Rockstud Crystal collection comes after the Rockstud Noir collection last autumn/winter.






With prices ranging from £590.00-£1430.00, it is widely affordable.

The collection is available to view and purchase here.

British Miss Vogue to be launched

Vogue has announced that it will be releasing its first ever Miss Vogue issue on May 6, which will run alongside the June copy of Vogue.
The issue will come with June edition of Vogue free of charge.

Beauty review: Benefit That Gal primer

'That Gal' primer is £21.50 and is available from benefit.com. The primer claims to highlight skin and correct dull, yellows skin tones, it does so through its shimmery pink colour. The thin texture feels nice on the skin and has a pleasant smell, although the primer is shimmery doesn't make the skin so, it simple it leaves the skin looking refreshed. The primer creates a nice base for foundation and helps it to stay in place, and it also makes it easier to apply. I used it with my Maybelline dream matte mousse foundation in cameo. Although you can get cheaper primers, I think that this product is worth the money as you need less than a pea sized amount for one use.

I would give the product an overall 4/5

John Galliano's fashion comeback

John Galliano has confirmed that after 2 years, he will be returning to the fashion industry.

Galliano is taking a temporary residency in Oscar de la Renta's New York studio. The designer was fired from the luxury brand Dior in 2011 after making anti-Semitic remarks in a Paris cafe.

The designer has not had a complete break from fashion, he designed Kate Moss' wedding dress in July 2011 and has been named as the new creative director of Schiaparelli. The brand John Galliano has also continued to release collections 

Vogue reported that Galliano "has worked long and hard on his recovery", after Galliano admitted to WWD  "I am an alcoholic." de la Renta has known Galliano for many years, admires his work and is more than happy to be offering him such a vast opportunity.

 
  The designer has deeply expressed his sympathy "I said and did things which hurt others, especially members of the Jewish community. I have expressed my sorrow privately and publicly for the pain which I caused, and I continue to do so. I remain committed to making amends to those I have hurt." Vogue reported.

Photoshoot and Fashion spread

It's been a while since I posted anything, I have been back at university with loads of deadlines, I also designed several Christmas/New Year nail patterns but was ill over the festive season. However here's a look at what I've been getting up to at university.

I helped to style, shoot and edit the photos we then created a 6 page magazine spread. Our theme was 'Wish you were here', we decided to shoot this with ideas of British holidays and thoughts of missing someone.

 The photos are shot on Roker beach.