Amato by Furne One: I am the Queen!

 When i attended the Amato by Furne One haute couture show at Dubai Fashion Week (see post here) I fell head over heels in love with the designer. His latest collection featured in this editorial, titled "I am the Queen" is nothing short of amazing. 

Thje garments are made using and tulle, french lace and linen, embellished with Swarovski crystal all the accessories and shoes used for his show and below are designed and constructed by Furne himself using Pallucina wood.

Transporting the models into a different era, the team behind this amazing editorial are; photographer Tina Patni,  make-up artist Ginno Alducente, hair stylist Jojo Padua and styling and creative direction by Furne One, assisted by Toby Lavares.

Behind The Scenes: "Fashion for a Cause" Animal rights photoshoot

Fashion for a Cause: Behind the scenes

On Friday, I joined several other Dubai based bloggers for a shoot by The Fashion Network for their "Fashion for a Cause" campaign. Oversized Shades & Coffee supported Animal Rights and the idea of the shoot was the return to freedom, which meant a lot of jumping around outdoors, and just a little bit of fun with an adorable guinea pig.

First outfit attempt

Getting distracted by shiny things

After lots of visits to the changing room we pick an outfit, Vintage python jumpsuit, faux fur, vintage belt and leopard heels

Dora of The Fashion Network shows me and Bebhin of Hellwafashion how it's done

Guinea pig joins in for the fun

The shoot used vintage clothing from the newly opened Bambah Boutique (if you haven't been you're missing a lot so go!) These behind the scenes photos are courtesy of Mariyah, Tinayums and Elmer, the amazing photographers behind the campaign.

The girls behind the shoot Dora & Zahra

With Bambah Boutique's Owner Maha (Who let us play around in her store ♥)

Mahryska's Daily Dose and Tinayums support Diabetes

Front Row Mode and La Moda Dubai support Disabilities

The Trendy Gentleman and Butterhot Shoes support Disabilities

Lyla Loves Fashion supports Animal Rights

Images will be displayed at an exclusive event in Dubai next month, I can't wait to see the final results.

Campaign: Dolce & Gabbana Miss Sicily

Miss Sicily by Dolce & Gabbana

I love this video. I'm always fascinated by watching things being constructed and this new video form Dolce & Gabbana is done so well it makes me want to run out, (take a loan) and go buy the bag now! I won't say no to any of the below colours for xmas! Thanks in advance Santa.

Elisa Sednaoui for Armani

The gorgeous Elisa Sednaoui, who became one of fashion's favourites after Karl Lagerfeld's Chanel resort short film "Remember Now" (see here), has been named as the new face of Armani. Giving her just one more title to add to the list which includes being a muse to Lagerfeld and god-daughter to Louboutin.

The new campaign was shot by Nick Knight and will appear in February.

Check out her latest editorial in Vogue China, shot by her cousin Stephane Sednaoui and styled by Melanie Huynh. She's nothing short of absolute gorgeousness!

Fashion Book: Fashion Drawing in Vogue

Fashion Drawing in Vogue

There's something magical about fashion books.. it's the same as magazines. The ability to just curl up with a Vogue or a fashion book is somehow very appealing to many women.

By René Bouché – 1961.

By Carl Erickson – 1960.

By Carl Erickson – 1946.

The latest book to be added to our shelves comes courtesy of William Packer, titled "Fashion Drawings in Vogue. The book features illustrations dating back from 1909, by artists such as Rene Grau and Salvador Dali.

By Dagmar Freuchen-Gale – 1961.

 By Edouard Benito – 1926.

By René Gruau – 1981.

In a world of digital imagery, we tend to forget that before the long list of photographers we've become so acquainted with, like Demarchelier, Testino, Vanderperre, Klein and Linbergh, there were artists that admired the creations of designers and documented them using pen and paper.

By Lilla de Nobili – 1946.

By Mario Simon – 1923.

My favourite image.. By Urs Landis -1970.

KAGE takes on Art!!

Lama Khattib illustrations for KAGE

I did a feature on KAGE's collection a while back (see here) and everyone i know loved it. That's because the designer duo behind this label are what i like to call "Real Talent"!

This week KAGE released a limited edition white t-shirt which they collaborated on with fashion illustrator Lama Khatib Daniel. The illustration by Lama is a simple representation of everyday modern ladies, it's truly  unique and absoluelty gorgoeus. 

To add to the appeal of this little beauty, the designers are giving a percentage of the proceeds to a local charity, so as to ensure there are no feeling of guilt on splashing out on one.

They're only available in Dubai right now, so if you're here, head down to Art Space in DIFC and snatch one up before they're gone.

Label Spotlight: Sarah's Bag

Sarah's Bag

 

I'm absolutely loving the designs of this label by Lebanese designer Sarah Beydoun. (Below with her "Clutch me sabah trio" bag)

Her label started off small 10 years ago, when she first started making handbags and since the collection has grown to include everything from clutches to evening bags to beach totes. With Middle Eastern culture as her main inspiration, Sarah has created these little pieces of art to combine what used to be with the modern fashion world.

Sarah's bag is a label committed to social responsibility, this branches from Sarah's studies in sociology. Through her label she has helped under privileged women put their skills to use to earn money whilst creating a stylish collection. All bags are handcrafted and take up to 15 days of work to perfect the design, embroidery and hand stitching.

 

The brand has seen a lot of recognition in the region and i hope it continues to grow with the same values.

You can buy Sarah's Bag in almost every country in the region and most recently in Dubai at our favourite accessory shop Marami. Check Sarah's website here for more details.