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SFF08: Qiu Hao ‘Something Growing’

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SFF08: Qiu Hao ‘Something Growing’

Shanghai’s rising fashion designer, Qiu Hao, debut his ‘Something Growing’ collection at this year’s SFF yesterday. His fresh collection has been highlighted by Vogue (China), Harper’s Bazaar (China), Fast Company (USA) and our local newspaper, The Straits Times. Looking sleek in black, Qiu Hao honed his crafty skills at the famed London’s Central St Martins and eventually opened his boutique with his partner in Shanghai. His designs speaks of individuality, “subtlely Chinese” and “quiet” - hence, his understatement may just be his strength as a fabulous designer.

SFF08: Qiu Hao ‘Something Growing’

Black Beginnings
The sheer leggings is Qiu Hao’s signature look for this collection. Black has never been sexier in Spring. What’s interesting about ‘Something Growing‘ is the metamorphosis of his designs from the first to the final look.

SFF08: Qiu Hao ‘Something Growing’

Signature Knots
Something’s growing, already… Qiu Hao’s signature knot designs are articulated in certain key pieces that I absolutely heart. His colour palettes work fantastically for his designs as they are well-refined for the modern day Asian women.

SFF08: Qiu Hao ‘Something Growing’

Metallic, I Like
No, it’s not a flashback of the 80s. We all know that silver and gold made a comeback about a year ago, but Qiu Hao’s selected muted silver and gold fabric rocks my world. The mini-skirts are so chic, and foxy. Now that’s what I call ‘Fashion Forward‘.

SFF08: Qiu Hao ‘Something Growing’

Pretty Breezy
The clothes get longer, and breezier. His clothes are incredibly fluid-like and romantic. You know what else I like? The HAIR! The Chinese-inspired super high pony tail - so kungfu!

SFF08: Qiu Hao ‘Something Growing’

Femme Finale
It gets ultra-fierce as the final look ends off with a bang. My favourite look is the muted gold knots over black (middle) and that’s going into my ‘Look Book’. Qiu Hao is now one of my favourite designers, and I’m sure we’ll see more from him.

(Photos: Benjamin Seetor)

SFF08: Ashley Isham

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SFF 08: Ashley Isham

Black & White Affair
Ashley Isham has done it again. His show started off in mono, black and white numbers. His impeccable tailored dresses may be subtle but very classy.

SFF 08: Ashley Isham

Silver Magic
Talk about fashion forward. These silver, beautifully draped dresses are futuristic and sassy. The silky cloth reflects light perfectly on the models’ body, something unique for the spring look.

SFF 08: Ashley Isham

Colours Explosion
And then, there were c-o-l-o-u-r-s! The runway suddenly comes to life with royal purple, turqoise and bright orange… simply magnificent. Isham might as well be the next draping king as these evening gowns scream for red carpet attention.

SFF 08: Ashley Isham

Fash-E’s Favourite ‘Ashley Isham’
Bright orange is this spring/summer hot colour. I particularly heart this chiffon layered-ruffles paired with reptile print cropped jacket. This is such a party dress, talk about taming of the wild ‘animal’ in you.
(Photos: Benjamin Seetor)

SFF08: Matthew Williamson Spring ‘08

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Oh yes. The wait is over. The Singapore Fashion Festival 2008 kicked start yesterday night with Matthew Williamson’s Spring 2008 ready-to-wear collection. Unfortunately, Fash-E wasn’t there to report you with first-hand photos and scoops or rub shoulders with the who’s who in Singapore’s fashion industry. No worries, we got these photos fresh off AsiaOne.com and we’re totally crediting their hardwork (Lucky for some!). Here we go:

SFF08: Matthew Williamson Spring 2008 Ready To Wear

Bohemian MagicErin Conner, face of this year’s SFF strutted down the runway in a relaxed gipsy-like dress. They don’t call Matthew Williamson, “The King of Boho” for nothing. I absolutely dig the idea of tie-dyed scarve tied around the neck for the spring look. Definitely something that you can D-I-Y and make it work for the everyday look.

SFF08: Matthew Williamson Spring 2008 Ready To Wear

Ruffles. Ethnic Prints. Combat Shorts.Women’s Wear Daily said that his collection is inspired by “an English rose who’s decided to ramble around the world”. I couldn’t have describe it better. I love the ruffles, Indonesian batik prints and chiffon combat-shorts. And, the laced-up heels! Yum. Doesn’t Emma Pei looks ultra-sexy?

SFF08: Matthew Williamson Spring 2008 Ready To Wear

Electic ClashWho would have thought bright pink and brown gold undertone skirt clashes so well? How about stripes and tie-dyed colours? The chiffon top just speaks of spring, and it’s no wonder A-list stars such as Madonna, Keira Knightly, Sienna Miller and Gwyneth Paltrow are fans.

SFF08: Matthew Williamson Spring 2008 Ready To Wear

Black is BohemianBlack is Spring’s hottest colour, or so he says. The black maxi-long is ruffle-lovely! If you can notice, the waist of the maxi has African beading to add a lil’ eccentricity to it.

SFF08: Matthew Williamson Spring 2008 Ready To Wear

Flirty. Sexy. I heart all his cute flirty dresses! The colours, embroidery, global prints and the revival of cheesecloth are a celebration of feminity and timelessness.

SFF08: Matthew Williamson Spring 2008 Ready To Wear

Mysterious Airy FairyFinally. The urban-hippie look doesn’t end. I can’t make out the mysterious prints of feathers, or animal spots or floral. The airy fairy ruffles are exotically gorgeous. You know you want more, because I do.

(Photos: Benjamin Seetor)

Changi Airport T3’s First Runway Fashion Show

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Changi Airport T3’s First Runway Fashion Show

Last night, FEMALE and NUYOU of SPH Magazines Pte Ltd (SPH Magazines) made history by organizing its “Catwalk Collections Spring-Summer 2008 at Singapore Changi Airport’s newly opened, Terminal 3, making it a first for the show to be held there”. “FEMALE/NUYOU Catwalk Collections also brings together the ‘Who’s Who’ and the best dressed of the fashion industry, stylish socialites and VIPs from distinguished sponsors.“

Female-Nuyou Fashion Show

“This is an exclusive peek into the Fashion Weeks of New York, Milan and Paris. Our aim is to raise Singapore’s style quotient and do our part to make it the fashion hub of Asia. We hope that Singaporeans will become more stylish by increasing their fashion awareness and their confidence in being innovative in their dressing. We are very excited about this year’s catwalk collection. We will “jetset” you to New York, Milan & Paris to preview six global labels’ Spring/Summer collections,“ says Grace Lee, Editor-in-Chief, Nuyou.

Female-Nuyou Fashion Show

Guests will preview the latest Spring-Summer 2008 collections from labels such as Blumarine, Christian Lacroix, Diane Von Furstenburg, Moschino Cheap & Chic, R.E.D Valentino, and Vivienne Tam. At the show, world-class models will also strut down the runway sporting the latest hair and makeup trends by Sebastian Professionals and Apothecary & Co respectively.
Text: SPH Magazine

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LA Fashion Week: ‘Nicholai’ by Nicky Hilton

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‘Nicholai’ by Nicky Hilton

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The little Hilton sister, Nicky Hilton’s ‘Nicholai’ Fall 2008 fashion show captured alot of attention at the Mercedes-Benz 2008 LA Fashion Week - but kinda for the wrong reasons. Yes, eyes were on Paris Hilton and Benji Madden who ‘almost’ stole Nicky’s center stage. More importantly, how did Nicky fare as a designer? I think she has ’some’ substance ;) I like the black/white striped cardigan that is commercial and very wearable.

‘Nicholai’ by Nicky Hilton

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Nicky said in an interview with Fabsugar, “The inspiration this season was equestrian, but I wanted to make it a naughty and nice. It was equestrian meets bondage and S&M, hence the latex leggings, patent leather buckles, and the whip. I wanted it to be sophisticated, tasteful, and edgy at the same time.” Her collection teases the essence of  “schoolgirl” naughty and yet, pretty classy. She didn’t do too bad, since her ‘Chick‘ collection last Spring.

Project Runway 4: Finale Favourites

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Who loves Project Runway Season 4? Isn’t the season like sooo amazing?

The suspense is finally O-V-E-R, and I know who won. I was sitting in bed with my boyfriend, perspiring all over his hands as Heidi announced the winner. And, I’m proud to say that my “favourite” won *eviiillleee laugh* Like, totally fierce. However, this has been quite a season! Definitely the toughest ever, I mean I honestly couldn’t predict the winner. I love all three finalists’ collections for different reasons. Here are my favourite looks from Bryant Park:

Project Runway Finale: Jillian Lewis

Project Runway Season 4 Finale: Jillian Lewis (Photos: BravoTV)

Jillian Lewis’s collection is flirty and girls, you know you love it. I honestly heart her collection. Despite its inconsistencies, I love each outfit on its own. Jillian’s style is very wearable, innovative and eccentrically cute.

Project Runway Finale: Christian Siriano

Project Runway Season 4 Finale:Christian Siriano (Photos: BravoTV)

Christian Siriano is sooo fierce. I’ve been rooting for him since the beginning. At only a young age of 21, he’s a natural-born designer. Christian’s collection burst out dramatically and his ability to manipulate the color ‘black’ is amazing. His collection flows smoothly and every outfit is an eye-popper.

Project Runway Finale: Rami Kashou

Project Runway Season 4 Finale: Rami Kashou (Photos: BravoTV)

Rami Kashou bounced back into the game after a gruelling match to compete for the final spot in the Project Runway finale. I’ve to say, his collection is prolly the most meticulous and well-made. You’re going to see Rami’s work at Hollywood’s red carpet because celebs are going to be knocking at his door!

Gisele Sizzles at Sao Paulo Fashion Week 2008

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It’s fashion gone wild! Make noise for Made-in-Brazil supermodel, Gisele Bundshen at the 2008’s opening of Sao Paolo Fashion Week in Rio de Janeiro. Reports exclaimed the frenzy reaction at Gisele’s strut down the catwalk for Brazil’s famed high street label, Colcci in just three outfits.

Her incredible ’supermodel’ presence is one of the main attractions at this year’s Fashion Rio. The loudest noise was made when she walked down in the puffy beige dress (picture: left) and red plaid boots. Let’s just say as one of the richest models in the world - she certainly banked in mega $$$ for her lil’ strut!

Gisele Struts Down in Style Gisele Opens Brazil Fashion Week Looking Fabulous

 

SFW 06: Runway Highlights

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It’s a splash of rainbow colours and glamour at this year’s Singapore Fashion Week. Let’s take a look at the fashionable highlights of Singapore Fashion Week 2006:I love the construction of this yellow dress and how the collar coils into a huge rosette at the bottom. That’s innovation, baby.We can’t get enough of bubble dresses! This sea-blue bubble dress comes with a twist. It doesn’t end at the bubble - ah, corny I know.Doesn’t it look like a dessert decor on her head? Well, I’m not a big fan of it but I think it’s still quite amusing. The attention is drawn towards her head, not the dress unfortunately.This dress feels very “summer” to me. But, it’s all-year round summer for Singaporeans no? It looks flowy and comfortable. Not ground-breaking but nice.I love this dress! Prolly my fave among the lot. The color combination is gorgeous and fits perfectly on the model.The top is hot, the styling is strange. Haha, its like phantom of the “runway”, if you ask me.Sweet dress, not crazy about it though.