The best time of the YEAR!

Brooke Hagel: illustrator

Paris to Bombay

Mr. Lagerfeld showcased the Paris-Bombay collection recently.  Apparently, the use of "Bombay" rather than Mumbai was deliberate as Lagerfeld's vision of India is of the imperial era rather than today's Bollywood.

The collection: Nehru jackets, sari-draped dresses, leather churidars, be-jeweled kulapuri chapels, basic anarkali's and turbans.  The jewels:  Diamonds hanging from ornate tikka (headpieces), Rani-hars (princess necklaces) and nath  (nose ring).  The make-up: Classic heavily kohled eyes.

Below are the looks I thought were a better representation of the British raj.

The jeweled tweed dress & skirt are more classic Chanel.  

Sadly, the collection was a little dull. For one, the hair did not flow with the Indian asthetic.  With Indian designers like the Peacock's, Bibhu Mohapatra & Naeem Khan channeling their vision mainstream; Chanel's homepage to Bombay was much paler in comparison.  

A Very Merry Shoe List

1. Roberto Cavalli

2. Jill Stuart

3. Yves St. Laurent

4.  Roberto Cavalli 

5. Derek Lam 

6. Giambattista Valli 

7. Nicholas Kirkwood

8. Rodarte

9. Christian Dior

Here are my picks from the Spring Summer 2012 shoe collections.

Which is your favorite?  

Bootleggin'

Bootleggin' by khanology featuring wedge booties

Fall is the best time of the year to dress up.  Here are my picks for 2011 "The Boot".
Stay warm and toasty! 

Feat. Quirk Box

 

 

Photo: Quirk Box

Quirk Box, a funky & cool graphic design label featuring my sweet cousin, Elissa.  I really liked their simple cuts, rainbow palette, and quirky designs.   I could see these pieces and accessories being rocked out by most indie & emo groups.  You can read more about the quirkers "Jayesh and Rixi" and their range of products HERE.  I am loving the Minion vest in picture # 3.  

Wonderful bags for the beach or a quick run to the Whole Foods Market.

Which look/design do you fancy?

  

Beauty Trends 2011-12

Loreal Pink Smoky Eye

NARS Fall 2011

My Picks SS 2012 Part II

Humble Abode

 

Check out the pretty rooms designed by the renowned Kelly Wrestler.  In 2011, she ventured into a ready-to-wear and accessories collection.  Below are some of her designs.  Check her out HERE

 

What do you think, which is Kelly's Forté --interiors or fashion??