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Posts Tagged ‘Citrine-online’Citrine’s new fashion lineSaturday, May 14th, 2011For a quite a while we have been considering our own line. 6 weeks ago we started a trial instore, a small number of ‘samples’ were added to our rails which were available to order only. To our surprise it’s going so well that we have started making our samples in a variety of sizes ranging from 8 to 14 (Larger ladies don’t worry this will be extended in time) Here is a small sample of our range to be:
More styles to follow, let me know what you think. Positive and negative helpful x Olivia Palermo’s big plansWednesday, December 29th, 2010
The rise and rise of Olivia Palermo continues apace, with the lady herself dropping another detail about her plans for fashion world domination.
Remember that new TV show she’s got in the works? Turns out that cameras will follow Palermo as she develops her own clothing line, she said in an interview with a Spanish magazine. Although we’re pretty sure that that was the exact concept behind The City, in which Palermo came across as something of a fashion villain, count us in… Now, can anyone tell us whether this show will make it to the UK any sooner than the last Palermo series? By Emily Cronin | Posted: Wed 29 Dec 2010New Brand For Spring/Summer ~ Dakota CollectiveMonday, December 6th, 2010
Borne in 2005 in La, Dakota Collective is fast fashion for the contemporary customer. Their look is citified prep, Americana with a quirky, feminine twist. The Dakota Collective brand is glamorous, sophisticated, intelligent, at times demure, at times sexy, always feminine and always confident. Made famous in America by Rhianna and Kristen Stewart (She worn one of their coats in Twilight!!), it’s gone from strength to strength.
Kristen Stewart as Bella in BB Dakota* Expect skinny combat trousers in olive and camouflage, teamed with long silk vests and raw edge T’s. Masculine with a femine twist, sexy and confident. Arriving end of Feb Gucci SS11 ~ Cigarette Trousers a trend??!Monday, December 6th, 2010FRIDA GIANNINI promised Sophisticated Seduction for her Gucci show, she impressively managed to put us wham bam in the mood for high voltage Italian fashion action. Jewel colour combinations of green, turquoise, purple and orange – for grown-up skirts or tapered silk trousers worn with slippery, loosely knotted tops that were belted in stiff metallic gold at the waist, had a richness reminiscent of Yves Saint Laurent, though long glossy blazers added a less welcome Eighties element, particularly when combined with harem pants.
Then the colour bleached away to a nude set of pale linens, leathers and suedes that were ladylike and luxurious and made us think of safari living – the six-star way. Dresses were woven or whip stitched in leather and, as jewels and feathers were added into the mix the theme took on a tribal energy – it was glorious fashion armour featuring knots and macrame reminiscent of South American handiwork. It had an exotic appeal and, despite being a summer collection, was bursting with leather and suede – enough to impress the super rich, super gorgeous wife of a polo player on their ranch full of money. Fringed jackets and dresses made for fabulous investment pieces – Frida herself took her bow in a black one – and cocktail versions looked great in strapless woven suede with gold metal worked in. One dark gold silk strapless jumpsuit was the epitome of urban safari glamour.
The final line-up of fringed, feathered, jewelled dresses in dark orange, gold, emerald and black made for an impressive statement. We were ahead of Gucci in this trend we started stocking this trouser in September and they have been a great success, check out our grey and black version here.http://www.citrine-online.co.uk/trousers/skirts/cat_4.html
Pair with a great vest top or tunic such as our Raw edge jersey range and a fab jacket. http://www.citrine-online.co.uk/tops/cat_2.html Let us know what you think!! Excepts by Dolly Jones ~ www.vogue.co.uk Ford’s GirlsWednesday, November 17th, 2010AFTER a six-year absence from the world of womenswear Tom Ford is back and, as expected, it’s well worth the wait. Ford showed the collection in New York on September 12 to a select group but banned journalists from revealing the collection, until now.
SEE THE TOM FORD WOMENSWEAR COLLECTION HERE Ford convinced his most beautiful and stylish friends to model the collection for him, whilst he announced them. Beyonce’ Knowles, Lauren Hutton, Liya Kebede, Rinko Kikuchi, Stella Tennant, Amber Valletta, Natalia Vodianova, Karen Elson, Karlie Kloss, Abbey Lee Kershaw and Julianne Moore, amongst others, showcased a collection which reminded onlookers of Ford’s best collections for Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent. “There’s continuity from what I was doing at YSL at the end; that’s the customer,” Ford admitted. “It’s about individuality. Real clothes, real women. For a fashionable woman aged 25 to 75. That’s why I literally put many of my own muses in the show. I hear them say, ‘God, I can’t find that anywhere!’ “ “The day I don’t love to do it, I’ll sell it,” he told US Vogue. “Because we’re all only here for a little while, and nothing we do or make has any permanence at all. I care now because I’m doing it. I want to be proud of what I do. Which may be ten or 20 years – who knows?” Lauren Milligan ~ www.vogue.co.uk Lanvin for H & M Launch ~ 23rd NovFriday, November 5th, 2010
When Lanvin’s exclusive collection for H&M arrives in store on November 23, the absolute essence of Lanvin will be available in around 200 stores worldwide. With separate collections of womenswear and menswear, Alber Elbaz, artistic director of Lanvin, has created clothing of extraordinary ambition for H&M, bringing the codes of the house to make every single piece identifiably the work of Lanvin.
For women there are dresses of breathtaking cut and joyful colour, as well as pieces full of Parisian glamour and accessories with playful joie de vivre. For men, it’s a whole new wardrobe of covetable updated classics, with tuxedos made for daywear and jogging pants adding a whole new sporting twist.
“What does luxury mean today? Can luxury be exclusive and democratic at the same time? How can we translate the essence of luxury to a wider audience? The world around us is changing rapidly and I find myself asking these questions more and more. Designer’s work is usually tailored to a very small group of people, but the collection for H&M was about trying to translate the dream of luxury to the masses. It was almost like going back to school for me.” Alber Elbaz, Artistic Director of Lanvin.
“Alber Elbaz is so extremely skilled; it’s so rare to work with someone who is so attentive and involved in everything. He is creating and styling all the time, it’s like this never-ending imagination. Elbaz is quite unconventional in the way he tries to find new solutions and he fights for his own vision. I admire him, he’s a real artist.” Margareta van den Bosch, Creative Advisor at H&M.
If you’re lucky enough to even get in the queue for this fabulous collection, I suggest you wear your flat shoes and run like crazy!!! That’s the only way you are going to grab a piece of Lanvin any time soon!! Either that or just go online and drool over pieces you are never going to own x
Excepts from h&m.com Kate Moss ~ Topshop Jewellery RangeThursday, November 4th, 2010The launch of a new Kate Moss for Topshop collection is always a highlight in the calendar. But this time the style icon’s gone one step further and has unveiled a range of Seventies-inspired pieces featuring bell sleeves, chiffon and chintzy prints ~ and her first jewellery range.
Kate’s channelled her love of delicate vintage costume pieces for this elegant collection of cocktail rings, fine chain necklaces and pendants.
We love the intricate cocktail ring, made of oxidised metal, Swarovski stones and semi-precious beads, and the star necklace inspired by Kate’s own tattoos. We suggest layering up the fine chains and wearing multiple rings on each hand.
In stores Tuesday 2nd November, this will be Kate’s last regular seasonal collection for Topshop. So really do get it before it goes!!! Excerpts from Stylist Magazine ~ Available every Wed in London, Brighton, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Manchester, Newcastle, Leeds, Liverpool and Birmingham, as well as in French Connection Stores and Airport Lounges during the week. Introducing ‘And Mary’Friday, October 1st, 2010
And Mary was launched in 2009 by Alison and McNeil. Alison had been lured back up to the Highlands of Scotland, by the ruggedly Handsome McNeil and the promise of a dog called Elvis, after many years living a fanciful single life in London. Alison had always had two main loves in life; the first was enjoying great food and drinks with wonderful friends and family. The second was vintage fashion and trawling the many antique and vintage markets in London and Paris. Always in search of a hidden treasure that had many stories to tell or, alternatively, one of her famous bargain polyester printed dresses.
After taking on a new job selling gorgeous clothing to the many lovely boutiques and independent retailers in Scotland, Alison discovered that they were in need of some quirky but beautiful jewellery and accessories. They needed to be good quality yet still reasonably priced and most importantly to offer customers a unique and individual alternative to what was available on the High Street.
Soon the time that was once spent in bars in the big smoke became time spent designing and creating what has now become the And Mary range. The kitchen table was quickly transformed from a place to eat to a hive of jewellery making activity. Covered in charms and jewellery from years of purchases, at vintage fairs and flea markets, the first collection from And Mary began to take shape.
If you need the Perfect Present for Someone Special, a gift from And Mary will be as unique and lovely as the person you are giving to or if you feel the need to indulge in your guilty shopping pleasures or give yourself a well deserved treat, the collections from And Mary will offer you the fabulous fix you have been looking for. Perhaps you are in need of a Fabulous Accessory for a special occasion or for the perfect finish to your favourite outfit, look no further than here, from their glamorous hairpieces to their quirky jewellery And Mary will satisfy your every need. And Mary’s lovely leather purses are all lined in vibrant raw silk or satin.
Take a look here at the butter soft leather pieces http://www.citrine-online.co.uk/bags/cat_5.html Mirabelle Jewellery ~ Fair Trade investment piecesThursday, September 23rd, 2010Mirabelle founder Veronique Henry has travelled extensively throughout her life, gaining a unique perspective in creating and sourcing jewellery.
The daughter of a Parisian silversmith, Véronique’s passion for South East Asia is translated in the intricacy and vibrant colour combinations of her designs,fusing ethnic and contemporary aesthetics.
With a strong belief in the power of jewellery to uplift the spirits, collections are imbued with symbolism and meaning, from crystal stones to ancient talismans.
All Mirabelle jewellery is produced by fair trade suppliers using sterling silver, 22k gold plated metals, brass, semi precious stones, carved mother of pearl, wood , and shells from trusted sources.
Bridging the gap between high street and high end, Véronique’s designs are characterised by a love of texture, form and natural materials.
Mirabelle’s accessibly-priced jewellery box essentials are classic investment pieces, updated with eclectic, fashion-led seasonal collections encapsulating Véronique’s effortless style and freedom of spirit.
Mirabelle’s jewellery is worn by Cheryl Cole and Natalie Imbrulia.
Take a look at our Jewellery section for some beautiful pieces @ http://www.citrine-online.co.uk/jewellery/cat_17.html Fantastic InteriorsThursday, July 29th, 2010I don’t know what’s wrong with me at the moment but I’m really getting inspired by some beautiful interiors and fantastic furniture and wanted to share with you the wonderful things I’ve found. I adore Danish fashion! I don’t know why but I just love the simple shapes, beautiful prints and great quality. Marlene Birger is a fantastic designer and I just love the prints she produces so you can imagine my excitement when I stumbled across these beautiful shots of her home! Take a look and let me know what you think.
I can’t help be inspired and it sent my mind on a whirlwind of ideas to use and impliment into my own home. I don’t know about you but I struggle finding unique furniture too. I love Phillipe Stark and his organic designs but I wanted to be resourceful and recycle. Well look what I also found!! Recycled furniture made even more beautiful with the clever use of wallpaper and a good quality paint!! Bryonie Porter has produced some beautiful furniture by recycling old pieces. Recycling, eco friendly and beautiful!!
I’m inspired, what about you??
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