Canadian designer Beth Richards’ S/S swimwear line in Sept

 

Canadian Designer Beth Richards is pleased to announce that her second collection of Quality Modern Swimwear will launch on Parisian online showroom LE NEW BLACK, as well at the (capsule) Women’s show in New York on September 18-20, 2012.

 

Beth Richards Spring/Summer 13 collection is an evolution of the debut offering with updated basics and continues to draw inspiration from muses across the decades as well as bold iconography, such as the cross.

 

This follow up collection also introduces a rose color to the monochromatic palette of her first collection. An additional feminine element of stretch floral lace is worked into a few new pieces with sportier styles such as the Maud.

 

The Spring/Summer 13 collection continues to embrace classic and vintage styles. While a mix of mesh and high waists carry on as staples, this collection introduces a new super high waist bottom called Faye. This new piece allows the Beth Richards woman the ability to wear a two-piece bikini with the look of a one-piece.

 

Crop tops add another dimension to the versatility of the line, enabling the wearer the chance to mix and match and pair with her existing wardrobe for post-pool outfits.

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Luxury sleepwear brand Sophia Graydon unveils debut range

Sophia Graydon, a new luxury sleepwear and loungewear brand, unveils its debut collection on website. Revitalizing an often-ignored apparel category with sophisticated design, beautiful European fabrics and classic garment construction, Fall 2012 features four distinct collections – Sophia (Swiss cotton basics), Lowry (Italian silk basics), Odessa (French lace), and Grand Marais (French silk/Scottish cashmere) – with a total of 41 pieces, designed and constructed in the United States.

 

Created by Monica Nassif, founder of home goods companies Caldrea and Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day, Sophia Graydon was born out of Nassif's frustrations in finding luxurious and well-made sleepwear and loungewear. 

 

When Nassif sold Caldrea, she was looking forward to some time off. After scouring stores, catalogues and the Internet for something suitable to wear around the house, she was disappointed by the lack of options for women who desire the same level of style and quality in sleepwear that she seeks in her everyday wardrobe. Nassif took matters into her own hands by developing the collection she was dreaming of, now known as Sophia Graydon.

 

"When I finally had time to relax, it was impossible to find elegant and comfortable sleepwear. In my search I learned I had three choices: frumpy flannel nightgowns, tart wear that was not made for lounging, or my own personal fallback, broken-in athletic wear," recalled Sophia Graydon Founder Monica Nassif.

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Tommy Hilfiger Fall 2012 Menswear

Tommy Hilfiger surrounded out onto the driveway after his military-themed display, known as Cadet Academia, to the variations of the Beatles' "Sgt. Pepper's Alone Minds and hearts Team Group." It was a crazy little wink and nod to some other citizens using a soldier's consistent as a style declaration.

But on the driveway, the process had none of that vibrant, wacky levity. The selection intended company. That began with a big-budget set that re-created the ivy-streaked stone façade of a unidentified Western Factor substitute along with a maintained courtyard-cum-park finish with little plants, all within the Playground Road Arsenal. And when it came to the outfits, it was for the most aspect an extremely clean and serious look that moved through extremely luxed-up variations of an thought would-be officer's clothing collection. Coats—both pea and officer's—and motorbike overcoats came in abundant glued leathers and shearlings. Matching had a nice breeze in blends of deep blue blue and wine red, sometimes with the inclusion of quilted set fleshlight sleeves or gold braided decrease.

You could almost believe that these men designs were managing under the risk of being chewed out by their sergeant if one slim pants cuff didn't drop exactly at mid-ankle. The display notices guaranteed "a customized take on army perfection." The selection certainly provided on that last bit. By the show's end, a sign of stone 'n' roll—a Hilfiger obsession—finally appeared, though a contact more revolt wouldn't have been a bad concept.

Still, Hilfiger and talking to developer Simon Spurr are right on the style indicate, walking in lockstep with the army route of last month's Western selections. And think, just a season ago, this high-production of development was an romantic demonstration at a town center eating place. Forward and upwards.

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BINTMLive to feature at Clothes Show Live in December

 Talent Management is excited to reveal that after two years as a standalone event, the hugely successful Britain & Ireland’s Next Top Model Live (BINTMLive) will be incorporated to feature as part of the 24th annual Clothes Show Live.

 

Based on the reality TV show hosted by supermodel Elle Macpherson that is currently airing its eighth series, BINTMLive brings the TV model world to life, featuring high-paced catwalk shows, styling, shopping, pampering and entertainment.

Incorporated into the show’s already jam-packed programme of events, fans have the chance to see the show’s contestants walk the BINTMLive Catwalk in the latest designer collections and BINTMLive ticket holders will get the chance to meet and greet the stars of the show as they mingle with the crowd in the Style Boutique area of Clothes Show Live.

Held by top industry model agencies, the Model Master Class sessions will get the public participating in model training and the offer of a casting opportunity for new faces as talent agencies, big name fashion and beauty brands scout the crowds for emerging talent will add to the excitement for the day.

Maryam Hamizadeh, Show Producer at Clothes Show Live, said: “BINTMLive perfectly complements our existing offering, giving visitors even more to see and do, adding to the show’s great shopping and beauty opportunities. Bringing the two shows together under one roof gives visitors the best of both worlds as well as great value for money on their ticket price.”

Suzy Pallett, Show Manager at Britain & Ireland’s Next Top Model Live, added: “We’re thrilled that BINTMLive will become part of Clothes Show Live – a British fashion institution. The audience profiles of the two shows are closely matched, as are the type of brands and exhibitors, so it made perfect sense to combine the two. Fans of the show will certainly not be disappointed with the added choice and variety this partnership has created this year.”

 

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New men's clothing selection for Springtime 2013 by Stone Rose

 

Fresh off its premiere at the world-famous New York MRket Show, the Spring 2013 collection has been setting the fashion world ablaze with its clean, classic lines and exceptionally high fabric quality. 

 

From all across the globe, Stone Rose has combined only the finest materials to create their Spring 2013 line. With new fabrics from Spain, Italy, Turkey and Portugal, they have once again left no stone unturned in their quest to create a new standard in quality and style.

 

The new Napoli design, made up of four different fabrics and offered in five different color ways, has been a smashing success at the top end of the spectrum. With its elegant simplicity and classic fit, the Napoli boasts luxury without pretense and is the ultimate in subtle prestige.

 

Another design which has been turning heads from Milan to Montreal is the LTR. With Stone Rose’s unique contrast stitching, this shirt manages to be eye-catching and playful without losing its identity as a Stone Rose original. With its signature contrast plaid collar, the LTR offers the quality and workmanship consumers have come to expect of Stone Rose, but in a versatile and fun cut that can easily go from big city streets to lakeside barbeques.

 

Vibrant color choices and bold patterns remain a Stone Rose trademark; however traditional whites have also re-emerged in the Spring 2013 line as the company embraces a shift towards understated elegance. Classic white buttons provide the perfect touch of personality, creating a look that is at once traditional and unique.

 

Other additions to the collection include blazers as well as an innovative new line of pants which will be available in ten different colours and feature the same high-end twill blends and stretch comfort fabrics which consumers have come to expect from Stone Rose.

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Venao to host designer swimwear fashion show on Aug 28

Venao Apparel Inc. is hosting a cocktail event to celebrate the launch of the label with hors d'oeuvres, entertainment, and fashion show featuring the SWIM 2013 collection. Event will be held at the trendy CUBE rooftop patio, located at 314 Queen St W, on August 28th at 11pm.

The much-anticipated collection will feature exclusive pieces, signature cuts, and luxurious fabrics.

The show will feature a musical performance by Dr. Draw, Toronto's favorite dynamic electric violinist; live art on the catwalk by the talented Javid (Jah); and custom accessories by Banoo by MeSa and IAMe Designs by Lilu.

VENAO Apparel Inc. is a fashion design and manufacturing business specializing in designer swim and beach wear.

Emphasis is placed on quality, versatility and unique design. The creative directors of the company are Tetiana Paratchuk and Julie Khinkis. Distribution has been set-up through their online store, retail boutiques, and sales agents in Toronto, Tel Aviv, Cancun, and Kiev.

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Camille Rowe reveals off underwear looks for the No cost People Intimates lookbook 2012

Design Camille Rowe is presented for the No cost Individuals Intimates lookbook where she reflects the sensitive underwear styles with unique reduces, womanly florals, and traditional pinstriping. The fun and attractive lookbook is lensed in bedroom pictures by the mentioned fashion photography Anthony Nocella, and Camille is stunning in the attractive styles. Also presented in the lookbook are the No cost Individuals labeled pyjamas. The lookbook on the website is entertaining with the model moving and swooning in the elegant underwear styles, and also includes a suitable guide and design tips.

sexy & gorgeous lingerie collection launches by Kelly Brook

Following the fantastic success of her swimwear, clothing and lingerie collections, Kelly is now launching her second lingerie line exclusively for New Look.

Kelly said, “I am so excited about my second lingerie collection – It’s gorgeous and feminine with a few sexy pieces thrown into the mix. I hope everyone loves it as much as I do!"

 

Vintage lingerie and prints played a key role in the inspiration for this collection. Focusing on acute details such as delicate lace ups, trims and pleated satin, the sets are designed to flatter and highlight women’s natural curves. 

 

Polka dots are fun and flirty and the high waisted briefs ooze 1950’s glamour. Black lace is overlayed on nude satin and is the finishing trim to the animal print cami and shorts. The romantic cream satin bra features New Looks signature cored eyelash lace and the matching briefs finish this classic look.

 

 

 

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london 2012 closing ceremony

Comedy legend: Monty Python star Eric Idle appeared at the Closing Ceremony to lead the audience through a singalong of his hit Always Look On The Bright Side of Life

Finale: A heart-stopping array of colours zigzagged through the night sky above the Olympic Park as fireworks concluded the London 2012 Olympic Games

Alight: Fireworks exploded into the London night sky as the Olympic closing ceremony came to a spectacular end

Inside the stadium, audience members and athletes looked on as the Olympic Park was illuminated by a breathtaking display

It's over: Fireworks lit up the Olympic Village in Stratford, east London as London 2012 drew to an emotional close

Ticker-tape: Athletes reacted as confetti rained down on them during the Closing Ceremony

Rock behemoths: Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend of The Who headlined the Olympic Closing ceremony with a medley of their biggest hits, including Baba O'Reilly

Take That: After much speculation over whether they would perform or not after Gary Barlow's tragic loss of his stillborn daughter, Take That - minus Robbie Williams whose wife is due to give birth - took to the stage with hit single Rule The World

As the flames in the Olympic cauldron got weaker, the phoenix flew higher over the crowd in the stadium below

Phoenix from the flames: As the Olympic flame died, it was replaced by a Phoenix which rose above the stadium

As the cauldron separated, the Olympic flame slowly faded until it was no more and the Games was officially over

Artists from the Royal Ballet, including British ballerina Darcy Bussell, performed as the Phoenix descended from the roof of the Olympic Stadium

Football superstar: Pele appeared on stage, wearing Brazilian colours, for a performance with former street cleaner Renato Sorriso

Ready for Rio: Brazilian performers gave the world a taste of what to expect when the Games moves to Rio de Janeiro in 2016

Proud: Locog chairman Lord Coe, right, delivers a speech as IOC President Jacques Rogge watched during the Closing Ceremony

London mayor Boris Johnson passed the Olympic Flag to Rio de Janeiro Mayor Eduardo Paes, helped by IOC president Jacques Rogge

End of an era: The Olympic flag was lowered by representatives from the Army, Navy and Royal Air Force

Brian May of Queen performed together with Jessie J during the Closing Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games

From beyond the grave: The late Freddie Mercury, on a giant screen, led Queen out onstage for their performance at the Closing Ceremony

Muse's guitar player Matthew Bellamy joined a star-studded list of performers at the Olympic Closing Ceremony

Monty Python's Eric Idle tussled with a band of morris dancers as he performed to the 80,000-strong crowd inside the Olympic Stadium

Heavenly: Nun and angels form the backdrop for Monty Python star Eric Idle's Closing Ceremony performance

A brave performer was shot from a cannonball during Idle's sketch, a nod to Britain's rich comic history

Indie icon: Liam Gallagher and his band Beady Eye followed The Spice Girls with a performance of Oasis number one hit Wonderwall

Spice up the stage: The Spice Girls reformed to perform a spectacular set on the top of black London taxis at the Closing Ceremony

Supermodel: As the stadium was turned into a giant catwalk, London-born model Kate Moss appeared wearing a gold Alexander McQueen dress

Shimmering: Naomi Campbell, draped in gold, took over, strutting in a dazzling gold McQueen dress with a long train

Style: Supermodels Lily Cole, Karen Elson, Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell walk the catwalk in a show of British beauty and design

Arriving in style: Jessie J arrived onstage performing in the back of a white Rolls Royce

Trio: Jessie J, Tinie Tempah and Taio Cruz performed during the Closing Ceremony

Right here, right now: British DJ and musician Fatboy Slim performed his most famous hits in a giant translucent octopus

Comedy star Russell Brand performed his sketch during the Olympic Games Closing Ceremony

Russell Brand sings I Am The Walrus aboard a psychedelic tour bus, a nod to the movement in British history notably popular with bands Pink Floyd, The Beatles, The Who, The Rolling Stones and The Stone Roses

British singer Ed Sheeran performed Pink Floyd's Wish You Were Here, accompanied by Pink Floyd's Nick Mason (not pictured) Mike Rutherford and The Feeling's Richard Jones

British singer Annie Lennox performed 'Little Bird' aboard a giant wooden gallion during the Closing Ceremony

Mods: The Kaiser Chiefs performed on The Who's Pinball Wizardon scooters during the Olympic Games Closing Ceremony

Comeback: Pop icon George Michael performed Freedom as well as his new single White Light

The reclusive singer took to the stage to perform for fans and athletes inside the Olympic Stadium

Imagine: A sculpture in the shape of late Beatles band member John Lennon was formed onstage during the Closing Ceremony

John Lennon's face appeared on the big screen as a choir of 100 people from Liverpool, where Lennon was born, sang Imagine. The choir included members of the Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Choir and Liverpool Signing choir

Flagbearers from participating nations paraded during the Closing Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games

United nations: Flagbearers took part in the athletes' march during the Closing Ceremony

Represnting the world: Athletes from the 200 plus nations competing at London 2012 appearred in the stadium, waving their nations' flags

Team GB: A British athlete dances with a Union flag as athletes from all over the world parade during the Closing Ceremony

Team GB: Sailing gold medal winner Ben Ainslie proudly carried the British flag into the Olympic Stadium

Excited athletes enter the Olympic stadium during the Closing Ceremony ready to say farewell

Ray Davies sings 'Waterloo Sunset', during the Closing Ceremony

Artists arrange white boxes within the Olympic Stadium. The boxes represented the 303 events that took place during London 2012

The boxes formed a striking pyramid in the centre of the stage

A British military marching band performed Blur song Parklife during the Closing Ceremony 

Flying the flag: The bright colours of the Union Jacks were waved and provided a sharp contrast to the white and black newspaper print

Bang on: Stomp performed in front of the London skyline stage set

Boy band One Direction performed during the Olympic Closing Ceremony

Neil Tennant, singer of the Pet Shop Boys, performed during the Closing Ceremony

Closing: As the sun set in London, the Olympic Stadium prepared for the London 2012 Closing Ceremony

Beginning of the end: Following on from Kenneth Brannagh's turn in the Opening Ceremony, actor Timothy Spall - in character as Winston Churchill - also read lines from Shakespeare's The Tempest to start the evening

Actor Timothy Spall posed as Sir Winston Churchill atop Big Ben, while Julian Lloyd Webber accompanied him on the cello

Read all about it: A London street scene was played out - with the whole set wrapped in newspaper

Classic comedy: Del Boy and Rodney's Reliant Robin exploded during the Closing Ceremony

Only Fools and Horses: Del Boy and Rodney, dressed as Batman and Robin, appeared in the stadium

Masters of the House: Madness - led by frontman Suggs - perform Our House during a street party scene

Royal laughs: Prince Harry and Kate Middleton shared a joke during the Olympic Games Closing Ceremony

Actors paraded around the model of St Paul's wrapped in newsprint, during the opening stages of the closing ceremony

Artists wave Union Jack flags as they perform with cars, wrapped in newspaper, as the closing ceremony got underway

Back on song: Emeli Sande, who sang Abide With Me during the Opening Ceremony, performed on the newspaper-covered stage

The colourful London landscape in the centre of the Olympic Stadium, with Tower Bridge, the London Eye and the Gerkin taking centre-stage

80,000 people in the Olympic Stadium counted down to the beginning of the opening ceremony, to the chimes of a replica of Big Ben

Scaled-down London! Landmarks of the capital made up the set for the Closing Ceremony