Monday 25 February 2013

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.

Sunday 24 February 2013

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.


 

Wednesday 20 February 2013

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.