From Waste to Want – Autumn Cast-off Collection From Somewhere (GALLERY)

(TREND HUNTER) UK fashion label FROM SOMEWHERE was started by Orsola de Castro in 1997 as a collection of one-off designs in high quality, found and recycled materials, using off cuts, pre-consumer surplus and damaged fabrics. With fine detailing, and luxury materials, the cut and paste creations are bespoke, qua… [More]

Neck Scarves, Plaid & Page Boy Caps – Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2008 (GALLERY)

(TREND HUNTER) Dolce & Gabbana is one of the most respected Italian fashion labels, and the designing duo behind the label didn’t fail to disappoint at Milan Fashion Week this February.

D&G;have a heavy influence of fashion, even beyond their own high end designer label and luxury pricing. Domenico Dolce and Ste… [More]

Canada’s Biggest Sleepover – Dove Sponsors PJ Party for Self-Esteem

(TREND HUNTER) On June 7, 2008 thousands of girls between the ages of 8 and 14 across Canada will be getting together for the largest one night sleepover in Canadian history.

The good people over at Dove want to help boost the self-esteem of young girls across the country by having them log into their website at … [More]

Thigh High Zipper Boots – Rick Ownes Flares Out (GALLERY)

(TREND HUNTER) Rick Owens added a new twist to retro bell bottoms by giving a pair of boots, not pants, a modern twist.

The designer added black leather boots to pieces like skinny jeans to create the illusion of flared pants. They looked as though they could be zipped up again for a less dramatic look. Some oth… [More]

Oscar Red – 2008 Acadamy Award Fashion (GALLERY)

(TREND HUNTER) The annual Academy Awards are one of the most anticipated media events in the realm of celebrity fashion, and this year’s nearly-canceled 80th Anniversary ceremony on February 24 is no exception.

Fashion designers compete to dress A-listers, like Heidi Klum who dazzled in a red, backless, shawled … [More]

Ankle Cuffs – Martin Margiela Shoes (GALLERY)

(TREND HUNTER) We have to call it like we see it. Shorter women, may I suggest you avoid shoes like these with built in ankle accessories.

However, for those with long legs known to turn heads, why not give these Masion Martin Margiela creations a try. Perhaps breaking every shoe rule for comfort known to the ci… [More]

Retro Fashion Flash Backs – Dior Brings Back Mrs. Robinson (GALLERY)

(TREND HUNTER) It’s amazing to me how the 1960s have had such a strong influence over designers in the latest seasons.

John Galliano, the fashion director of the Christian Dior label, used his creative talent to seek inspiration from the past when he designed his Fall 2008 runway show in Paris based on the 1967 … [More]

Italian Fashion With Aloof Romanticism – Gaetano Navarra (GALLERY)

(TREND HUNTER) These fashions from Gaetano Navarra make me want to gush over the luxurious design. This couture reminds me of the ’30’s and 40’s as they blend romanticism with a sense of aloofness.

The plum mini with sequins is offset by a braid of yarn which also is picked up on the sleeves. A dress that looks … [More]

Adults Playing Dress Up – Vivienne Westwood Gets Odd For Fall 2008 (GALLERY)

(TREND HUNTER) I never would have guessed that Pipi Longstocking could become a fashion icon. Pocahontas with her long double braids, I could see. Whoever or whatever Vivienne Westwood sought her inspiration from, pigtails were prominent in the collection shown in Paris.

The quirky Fall 2008 show had odd fashion … [More]

Retro-Trashy Beauty – Amy Winehouse Fashion & Make-Up Lines (VIDEO)

(TREND HUNTER) Say what you will about Amy Winehouse, but she does have a unique style and apparently there are lots of girls copying her and that means there is money to be made.Will the eyeliner come in quart containers? Yes, Amy Winehouse is a mess, but she is no Brittney for a number of reasons:
1. She has ta… [More]