Sabrina Dehoff

The Berlin based designer Sabrina Dehoff makes fun and wearable jewellery for the everyday. Sabrina studied fashion womenswear at the royal collage of art in London, and worked for Lanvin and Guy Laroche. However, in 2005 she took the plunge and started her own jewellery label.

Is not only the pieces what I love, but also the way they are presented. Great photos joined with great words by people like Emily Dickinson or Yeats.


Song: Maybe tomorrow - Stereophonics

Oops, he did it again!

After last season's collection I felt a bit disappointed with Nicolas Ghesquière. Even though, I must confess, some pieces finally grow on me.

This time, the French designer amends his faults with a thoughtful collection, that follows the line he's been drawing since his entry in the Spanish house. Futurism and great tailoring sum up Balenciaga's project for next fall/winter.

Enjoy


Pssss: pointed stilettos are definitely back. God's word.

Song: Neighborhood-Arcade Fire

Kimono my house

Feeling at ease

Kimono gown from Toast

Song: Woman of Ireland - The Chieftains

Chapter 7:Eat your Chiffon

Yesterday I received an e-mail encouraging me to see "Chapter 7: Eat your Chiffon" an interesting project featuring influent people in fashion, such as Zandra Rhodes or Marios Schwab.

"On Friday the 30th of November, the first of a series of online dinner party art films took place in Zandra Rhodes’ penthouse. Featuring Zandra herself, the dinner party discussion was led by Natt Weller, son of Paul Weller and included guests such as Marios Schwab, artist Andrew Logan, Bishi and Piers Atkinson (Daily Rubbish) amongst others.

Produced by Glass Loves, ‘Chapter 7: Eat Your Chiffon’ was shot by up and coming Photographer & Film Maker Ben Charles Edwards who ‘knows how to turn everyday scenarios into warped cartoon fantasy-lands on film.’ - Jodie Harsh.

Inspired by ‘Eat Your Make Up’ and Chapter 7 of ‘Alice in Wonderland’, the film has managed to capture raw discussion amongst the iconic guests whilst visually acting as an online art installation."

Rose la biche

Etsy is for me, a vast new world I've yet to discover. Flipping through its pages is an exciting experience, because you don't know what kind of gem it will bring you.

One of my favourite labels at Etsy, is Rose la biche created by a French girl based in San Francisco. The leitmotiv is clear: nature meets urbanism. Pieces to wear in the city, inspired by nature.

The line is mainly composed by a limited collection of customized t-shirts. A great alternative of basics who will help you to stay chic in the everyday.

Finals are over at last, and from now on I will be publishing at a normal pace.

Song: Dés que J'te vois - Vanessa Paradis

Tailored pants

Tailored pants seemed a mere revival last spring, but this season they come stronger than ever. Follow the fashion experts and invest in a high-waisted pair with darts.

Pull them of well is a total challenge; the key this time is to play with proportions. They look their best with skinny belts, tanks and a good pair of heels or jazz shoes.

Song: Here comes the sun - The Beatles

Best buys of 2007

In a recent post, the cherry blossom girl, talked about her best buys of 2007. As I regret not showing more about my style here, I thought this would be a great idea to start with.

If you read this blog frequently, you might remember, last year I had the intention of purchasing a basic wardrobe. So following that rule, I mostly invested my money in essential pieces.

Vintage Amore LBD, Marc by Marc Jacobs cabas and roman sandals.

Cashmere cardigan, APC white chambray dress, high-heel sandals and Chanel 2.55.

Song: The wind cries Mary - Jimi Hendrix

Chloë for Opening Ceremony

Opening Ceremony has finally unveiled the complete collection designed by Chloë Sevigny. The line is composed of forty pieces in a price range that goes from $150 to $500 for a jacket. Let's face it, it's way expensive. I can understand that the original liberty prints are not cheap, but $365 for a chambray dress is way too much.

Apart from that, I'm in love with the collection. Inspired by her own wardrobe at junior school, the line is full of liberty prints, gingham(I'm currently obsessed with it), tough wedges, leopard print and high-waisted trousers and skirts.

If you have some money left to splurge on one of this beautiful pieces, they are available at Opening Ceremony, Barneys, Colette and Dover Street Market.

Song: Sunny - Morrissey

Dream

Most people have a dream garment. A perfect piece that seems impossible to find. Mine is a pair of ruby slippers ala Dorothy.

I'd lost all hope of finding a decent pair, when the other day internet gave me the answer: a site to create your own ruby shoes. Dissapointment came soon; they charge you for the instructions. Truth to be told, the amount is rather ridiculous, but I still believe the internet should be a place where everybody share their knowledge for free.

The search continues.

Song: Somewhere over the rainbow - Judy Garland

The lake & stars

Refinery29 is one of my favourite fashion-related webs: it's fresh, full of news, and always supporting emerging and indie designers. These days, a section called The countdown, features videos of 5 designers and the atmospheres of their studios just before fashion week.

Nikki Dekker and Maayan Zilberman are the designers behind The Lake & stars, one of the brands Refinery29 covered this time.

The label is named after a Victorian term for a woman who is skilled in the bedroom. The pieces are all about details and comfort. Many lingerie houses design beautiful underwear, but forget being practical.

The great thing about The lake & stars is the use of cotton-silk, mixed with other fabrics such as jacquard or PVC. That makes the pieces wearable, yet sexy and feminine.

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On a completely different note, thanks to everybody who vote this blog for the fashion bloggers awards. It's such an honour seeing my work valued.

Song: Bang, bang (My baby shot me down) - Nancy Sinatra

Are you a fashion swot?

Fashion156 is celebrating their love for geek style encouraging readers to submit pics in their best nerdy outfits. In return, they're giving away fashion books. Each day, they will upload their favourites to the blog and readers will vote.

All you need to do to take part in the contest is send pictures -jpg format- of friends/family/partners/yourself in your best geek-finery to info@fashion156.com.

Nancy Cunard

I discovered the amazing Nancy Cunard a while ago, but due to the fails of my memory I instantly forgot her name. However, thanks to the interview Chloë Sevigny gave to UK Elle I rediscovered her.

The polifacetic Nancy Cunard was a born in 1896 into an English wealthy family. She soon rejected her background, and started fighting racism and fascism.

In the 20's she moved to Paris, where she was in touch with people like Man Ray or Aldous Huxley. This atmosphere made her publish her first poems, establishing years later the Hours Press to support young and upcoming writers and discovering people like Samuel Beckett.

Nancy dressed according 20's fashion, but her signature touch were the bangles she brought from her frequent trips.

Unfortunately, life wasn't very kind to her. During her last years, she suffered mental illness aggravated by drugs, and ended penniless.

Song: Walk away - Ben Harper

Sheer tights

One of my favourite trends for next spring are sheer tights. They're a refreshing alternative to the long reign of opaque hosiery. Not to mention the sexy component.

Song: The angry mob - Kaiser Chiefs

Clubmaster

We're on January and I'm already thinking on the pair of sunglasses I'm going to get for summer. It's crazy, I know. Blame the climate change, and the advanced spring we're enjoying here.

I've been considering getting a pair of A.P.C. sunnies, but they aren't available in the web. I also like the pair Chloë Sevigny designed for Linda Farrow Vintage, but I am afraid, the price will be far from my budget. So, following the nerd/retro trend, my final choice is the Ray-Ban Clubmaster's with black and gold frame.

Song: Mushaboom - Feist.

Kirsten Dunst for Lutz & Patmos

Back in 2002, Lutz & Patmos started a series of collaborations with celebrities in order to create their dream sweater. This season, is Kirsten Dunst's turn: a sheer tight tunic is her choice.

The likes of Sofia Coppola, Christy Turlington or L'Wren Scott to name a few, had collaborated with Lutz&Patmos in the past. But my favourite was Carine Roitfeld's ripped and torn sweater.

Song: Sitting on the dock of the bay - Otis Redding

Je suis belle

Dalma Dévenyi and Tibi Kiss are the designers behind Je suis belle a Budapest-based new brand. The couple founded the label in 2005, and they have already won the Young designer of the year prize at the Hungarian fashion week.

The brand's name speaks for itself, the clothes are designed for a modern woman who wants to feel good in her own skin. A woman who wants to feel feminine yet comfortable.

Song: Release the stars - Rufus Wainwright.

Did you know...

It's not news that celebrities have a huge influence when it comes to setting trends.

Veronica Lake's signature hairdo was copied by most women in the 40's. But the long wavy hair was causing many accidents at war factories; usually the locks of hair were caught in the machines. That's why Veronika was asked to wear her hair up during the rest of the war.

She even appeared in and ad at "Life" magazine to prevent more accidents.

Song: Heartbreak Hotel-Elvis Presley.

Paris People

LWO is the artist behind Paris People. With this project he wants to explore in depth those feelings we experienced about strangers everyday. He describes his work better than I would ever do:

"The story:

A strange population has invaded the city. Most of them spend their day watching what's happening in the streets. Everyone seems frozen in a posture. Most often standing, sheltered behind large plate glass windows. Some lower their eyes, others seem to be watching you stubbornly. Sometimes they smile. They remain however discreet, staying behind the sidewalk. Although they were unknown, their silhouettes become familiar over the meetings. We can see a wide variety of profiles. However, they are all beautiful. Also, note that they rarely change their clothes (when they are not nude). In any case, their poses insured encourage us to make a portrait. What I have done. "

You might have noticed the frequency of posts has been slowing down lately. I'm sorry about that,but I have so many exams around the corner.

Song: People are strange - The Doors

Girls with Allure: Rumi

Rumi and her west coast signature style deserve to be featured in Girls with Allure. This twenty-four years old, lives in California and has an understandable obsession for Balenciaga bags.

Define your style.
"Melanie Huynh reading Lula on the beach, listening to the Velvet Underground. I wish. "

I would never be caught in...
"Overly whiskered jeans. "

A book, a film, and a song.

"Franny and Zooey, The Last Days of Disco, Girl in a Coma - Their Cell. "
Who is your favourite designer?

"Karl Lagerfeld. "

What's in your bag?

"Razr, Bluetooth, iPod Touch, Netflix giftcard, vintage Sunnies in heart print Forever21 case, makeup bag, Nars lip gloss in Turkish Delight, Rimmel cream eyeshadow, ivory studded wallet, keys with Tokidoki keychain, post office receipt, hand sanitizer, Bliss hand cream, American Apparel catalog, leather gloves, Sony Cybershot camera, Dauphine Press mini-notebook. "

A fetish

"I am eternally obsessed with tights and socks, they receive even more drawer space than my shirts, and I can never find the right pair without rifling through the stockpile for actual minutes."

What does elegance mean to you?

"Elegance is looking chic in the simplest looks. Charlotte Gainsbourg needs nothing more than some worn jeans and a T-shirt to look better than any other room in the room. If only we were all so lucky! "

Song: Their cell - Girl in a coma

Pierre Hardy, the master.

I don't live by Aristotle golden mean philosophy. I like extremes, specially when it comes to shoes. I wear flats or 10cm tall (or taller) heels, nothing in between. I'd rather walk barefoot than wear kitten heels. Which means a probability of 1 of hurting my back, but blame the hedonist inside of me.

That is the main reason of my devoted love to Pierre Hardy shoes. His studies of fine arts and dance, soon earned him an assistant position at Dior, quickly becoming the designer-in-chief. His success at the french house lead him to Vogue Homme International while he was also in charge of women's footwear at Hermés.

Until 2005 he was the Creative Director of the fashion shows at the Hyères Festival. However, he became internationally famous thanks to his collaboration with Nicholas Ghesquiére for the house of Balenciaga. In 1999, he finally launched his first collection of women shoes under his own name.

Pierre Hardy designs are innovative, fresh and architectural. The woman that wear his shoes is not afraid of taking risks. As he once said: "I love my shoes because they are purely about technology and styling; nothing to do with trends. The challenge was to make that glamorous."

Song: 15 Step - Radiohead