Lacoste SS08 Press Day
Celebrating their 75th anniversary, The presentation of the SS08 collection took place on the 30th October 2007 at the KBL offices as an early evening cocktail. 9PR laid a floor inspired by the original game of tennis - pelote Basque - which traced the history of the brand throughout the showroom and incorporated heritage images from the archives.
The atmosphere and theme of the New York show was translated into the static presentation, complete DJ set and canapes. The key outfits from the show were worn by models who mingled with the press throughout the evening, as well as mannequins set throughout the showroom. Front facing displays in the showroom also showed key looks from the catwalk, allowing press to see the collection in detail. The presentation included both footwear and bags to complete the Lacoste story for S08.
Modus Admin
Posted on Tuesday, 30th of October 2007 | Permalink
Fashion and Brand events
PUMA and Serpentine Gallery Launch the Reality Bag
Clockwise from bottom left: Inside the Serpentine Summer Pavillion; the Reality Bag; Irina Lazareanu
PUMA teamed up with the Serpentine Gallery to introduce The Reality Bag for Spring Summer 2008. Partnering with one of London’s best-loved galleries for modern and contemporary art and architecture, and working with Serpentine Gallery Directors, Julia Peyton-Jones and Hans Ulrich Obrist, PUMA continues its efforts to help support young talent.
Last night guests including model of the moment, Irina Lazareanu and hip New York photographer Ryan McGinley attended the private dinner in the Serpentine Gallery Summer Pavilion (hosted by the Serpentine Directors) International editors, art personalities and friends of the Serpentine Gallery including musician Brian Eno, artist John Tremblay and Lindsey Stoppard (Violinist) were treated to a fabulous 3 course dinner held in the Summer Pavilion.
Bernadette Harrington
Posted on Thursday, 18th of October 2007 | Permalink
Calvin Klein collaborative presentation with Turner Prize artist Martin Creed
Held at the vast underground venue, P3 last night in London, the event brought together all of the company’s Spring 2008 collections within Creed’s own installations and featured an orchestral element as the simultaneous centerpiece and backdrop of the event.
Over 900 guests were hosted by Oscar nominated actress Naomi Watts and the company’s Creative Directors’ Francisco Costa, Italo Zucchelli, and Kevin Carrigan, along with Bianca Jagger, Mary Kate Olsen, Alexa Chung, Elizabeth Saltzman, The Kills and many others.
Catherine Chapman
Posted on Tuesday, 16th of October 2007 | Permalink
Fashion and Brand events
Vidal Sassoon - The Movie
Filming moved to London for Michael Gordon’s documentary film celebrating the life of Vidal Sassoon.
Sunday morning at Stamford Bridge, Vidal, who will be celebrating his 80th birthday next year played a great game.
The legendary hairdresser was in town to film the London scenes of the movie which will be ready for release spring 2008.
Julian Vogel
Posted on Monday, 15th of October 2007 | Permalink
Tarina Tarantino Opens Milan Showroom
Hot on the heels of her wildly successful boutique on Via Passarella, Tarina is in town to open her European showroom on Via Soferino during Fashion Week. Launch report to follow!
Julian Vogel
Posted on Wednesday, 26th of September 2007 | Permalink
Brand events, Fashion and Milan
Etro SS08 Women’s Runway Show
Veronica Etro’s SS08 show featured printed chiffon tops and vibrant silk caftans, flowing skirts and cropped jackets in the signature Etro style of standout colours and luxurious detailing.
Julian Vogel
Posted on Tuesday, 25th of September 2007 | Permalink
Fashion, Milan and Runway Shows
Backstage at the Etro SS08 Women’s Show
Clockwise from left: Looks and accessories ready for arrival of models, Sam McKnight and team in action
Models arrive at Etro from the previous show. Glitter on their faces and wet look gel in their hair. A challenge for the hair and make-up teams to turn them from 80’s club kids to mermaid chic in time… Runway report to follow.
Julian Vogel
Posted on Tuesday, 25th of September 2007 | Permalink
Fashion, Milan and Runway Shows
Milan Fashion Week - Bally SS08 Women’s Collection
Lounging in Via San Rocco... Presenting the new collection at the Bally showroom.
We start the day at the Bally showroom where the SS08 Women’s collection is being presented. Beautiful flowing silk prints adorn the models reclining salon-like in waiting for the international press.
This is Brian Atwood’s debut collection for Bally as Creative Director and it hit the right note with a sophisticated and feminine collection. I am lusting for the nude suede clutch and the most amazing tangerine croc sky scraper sandals with gold and cork heels. Our other favourites include a gorgeous chiffon Morroccan print dress and a quilted patent suede-lined shoe carrier - the ultimate travel accessory for the discerning traveller!
Catherine Chapman
Posted on Tuesday, 25th of September 2007 | Permalink
Brand events, Fashion and Milan
The End of London Fashion Week, and the End of an Era for Modus
L-R: Narmin discusses the availability of standing tickets at the Giles Deacon show, Ms Mohammadi takes her applause
So farewell then London Fashion Week. It’s been fun, and we can’t wait to see you again next year, but for now, its arrivederci London and hello Milan. The team jets off to Italy on Sunday before the dust has even settled.
What was our highlight of the week? Prince at Matthew Williamson? Nicole Kidman’s film for Antoni & Alison? Difficult to say; each show was unique, each designer revealed amazing pieces of work worthy of great applause and marked this season as one of London’s most successful Fashion Weeks for years.
The end of London Fashion Week also draws to a close a very important period for Modus too. We bid a sad farewell to someone many of you will know – Narmin Mohammadi, our Fashion Director is leaving us to hit the hippy trail for an extended period of glorious footloose and fancy freedom, and maybe a little bit of Yoga. We’re all very jealous, but we’re also heartbroken that you’re going; the place won’t be the same without you.
Richard Davis
Posted on Friday, 21st of September 2007 | Permalink
Antoni & Alison Are Brilliant Geniuses
And though stated by themselves, who on earth are we to disagree?
Antoni and Alison, fashion’s quintessential celebrants of Britishness and uniquely British eccentricities celebrated their twentieth anniversary as a creative duo today with a special birthday film screened once and once only at the Curzon cinema, Mayfair. As Alison said “like a birthday present can only be opened once, this film will only be shown once”.
Starring none other than Nicole Kidman, the film showed an intimate look at one woman getting ready to go to the party (and in the process revealing their entire new season collection). The cinema was awash with a rainbow display of party balloons, and boxed iced birthday cakes for everyone and the foyer decorated with typical Antoni & Alison artifacts from the film displayed in a “cabinet of curiosities”.
Modus Admin
Posted on Thursday, 20th of September 2007 | Permalink
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