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Since his first encounter as a teenager with the magical kingdom of Bhutan, French designer Christian Louboutin has been entranced with its architecture, art and people. He speaks to Kristen Shirley about culture, tradition and craftsmanship. Is it possible to conquer the world with stilettos? If you’re looking at the meteoric rise and enduring popularity of Christian Louboutin’s ubiquitous red-soled […]
In our online Craftsmanship series, we take you behind-the-scenes with some of the world’s most talented designers to show you how your favorite luxury products are made. Lapima Sunglasses Saõ Paulo, Brazil-based Lapima is a luxury sunglass brand that is taking the market by storm. You can point a pair of Lapima’s out from any crowd: They are typically monochrome, statement-making […]
Italy’s largest and most iconic fashion house, Gucci, is aiming to eliminate its impact on the environment by committing to a carbon-neutral policy effective immediately. The new policy, announced Thursday, uses several different strategies to make sure every part of the business from the supply chain to fashion shows is carbon neutral. Much of this will be achieved through offsetting, […]
Luxury British retailer FLANNELS presented its new flagship boutique and concept store on London’s Oxford Street to the world on Thursday. The multi-brand retailer launched its 44th location in the United Kingdom this week following an extensive $12.3million refurbishment of an 18,000-square-foot space on Europe’s busiest and most iconic shopping street. Italian studio pconp is behind the store’s striking interior […]
In our exciting new Travel Diaries series, Elite Traveler will speak with designers, style icons and gurus in their respective fields on their must-have travel items when trotting the globe. Mercedes Salazar, Fashion & Jewelry Designer Mexico Colombian fashion and jewelry designer Mercedes Salazar is known for her colorful jewelry pieces using artisanal techniques from Bogotá, Colombia and infusing a […]
Denim is anything but basic when designers play with volume and ruffles, or when it appears on something unexpected, like an elegant sandal. Don’t be afraid of wearing head-to-toe denim; it’s the ultimate street-style look. Above: Roger Vivier Viv Croisiere Patch Clutch, $1,250, Roger Vivier in New York, +1 212 861 5371, rogervivier.com Above: Maggie Marilyn denim jacket, $690, maggiemarilyn.com […]
While designers have displayed a relaxed approach to menswear over the past few years, this season proved tailoring is back in a big way, with the return of structured jackets, pleated pants and crisp shirting. Above: Corneliani jacket, $1,600, shirt, $685, trousers, $685, shoes, $755 Contact: corneliani.com Above: Tom Ford suit, $5,510, shirt, $670, tie, $270, 18K white gold tie bar, […]
There’s no color palette more seasonally appropriate than pastel. Look the part with a minty-green suit that breaks the black, blue and gray rule, or add a hint of color with a knit top or a linen blazer. Canali knit top, $425, pants, $595, Canali in New York, +1 212 752 3131, canali.com Burberry jacket, $1,650, trousers, $630, t-shirt, $480, […]
The final say on trends starts and ends on Savile Row — it’s here, after all, that Henry Poole & Co invented the tuxedo. Many make the pilgrimage to the cobblestone-laden street in London’s West End neighborhood in search of the perfect bespoke suit. History of Savile Row Bespoke tailoring harkens back to the 17th Century when highly skilled craftsmen […]
Embrace the bohemian spirit and look to legendary style icons Talitha Getty and Loulou de la Falaise for inspiration this season. Pair a brightly colored print with sleek, brown leather accessories and statement gold jewelry for a modern look. Hermès Printed Dress Price: $10,300 Hermès in New York, +1 212 751 3181, hermes.com Altuzarra Sade dress Price: $1,995 net-a-porter.com Gurhan […]
