Baby, You're The Tops
Like all ensembles, no good outfit is complete without the perfect complementary handbag and this year the resort collections are placing extra emphasis on ready-to-wear handbag pairings across the runway.
So what can we look forward to this year in handbag fashion? The resort world is bursting with fabulous handbag designs for Spring 2014, but we had to pick just one favorite.
Reminiscent of antiquated mid-century fashion accessories, top handle handbags have recently evolved into a fashion staple suited for all seasons and style lovers alike. Easily adorned, the top handle handbag gives a posh polish to any ladylike ensemble, day or night.
The fresh take on the classic style is presented through modern ombré colors, fashionable graphic prints and intricate embellishments like neatly placed studs and geometric cutouts.
The truly versatile design is perfect for street style fashion. The top handle handbag can instantly add a touch of femininity to a stone wash denim boyfriend pant and oversized sweater combination. Not only does the little handbag add a touch of chic to an otherwise more masculine look, the top handle handbag can be paired with a sweet party dress or a LBD for a show stopping evening out on the town.
The top handle handbag is a must-buy for all of the style savvy shoppers out there.
London Fashion Week Schedule Announced
Even though the London Fashion Week festivities kick off on a Friday the 13th, good luck certainly seems to be in store for the up-and-coming designers delicately placed around big industry names in this season’s show schedule.
From September 13th through the 17th, the big city across the pond will give us its bi-annual trendsetter’s feast for the eyes, featuring staple labels like J. W. Anderson, House of Holland, Marios Schwab, and Tom Ford alongside newer brands you should be paying attention to. We’ve got your RUNWAY round-up of all the must see collections.
For the full schedule, visit the official LFW website.
Friday, Sept. 13, 2013
9 a.m.: London Fashion Week Opening Event
9:30 a.m.: Felder Felder
12 p.m.: Jasper Conran
3 p.m.: Christopher Raeburn
4 p.m.: Eudon Choi
6 p.m.: Jean-Pierre Braganza
7 p.m.: Moschino Cheap and Chic
8 p.m.: Todd Lynn
Finale at Burberry Prorsum S/S 2013.
Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013
9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.: Ostwald Helgason
1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.: Antipodium
2 p.m.: David Koma
3 p.m.: Holly Fulton
3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.: Markus Lupfer
4 p.m.: J. W. Anderson
5 p.m.: Julien Macdonald
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.: Orla Kiely
6 p.m.: House of Holland
7 p.m.: Mark Fast
8 p.m.: Richard Nicoll
A model displays one of the intricately detailed looks at KTZ S/S 2013.
Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013
9 a.m.: Preen by Thornton Bregazzi
9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.: Smythson
10 a.m.: Margaret Howell
11 a.m.: Mulberry
12 p.m.: Marios Schwab
1 p.m.: L’Wren Scott
1:30 p.m.: Emilia Wickstead
2 p.m.: Temperley London
3 p.m.: Unique
4 p.m.: Paul Smith
5 p.m.: Vivienne Westwood Red Label
6 p.m.: Mary Katrantzou
7 p.m.: Matthew Williamson
8 p.m.: Jonathan Saunders
Close-up on accessories backstage at Mulberry S/S 2013.
Monday, Sept. 16, 2013
9 a.m.: Peter Pilotto
10 a.m.: Christopher Kane
11 a.m.: Roksanda Ilincic
11:30 a.m. to 2:30 a.m.: Pringle of Scotland
12 p.m.: Erdem
1 p.m.: Osman
2 p.m.: Burberry Prorsum
3 p.m.: Michael van der Ham
3:30 p.m.: KTZ
3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.: Sophie Hulme
4 p.m.: Antonio Berardi
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.: Sophia Webster
6 p.m.: Giles
7 p.m.: Tom Ford
8 p.m.: Nicole Farhi
Finale at Holly Fulton S/S 2013.
Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2013
9 a.m.: Anya Hindmarch
10 a.m.: Simone Rocha
11 a.m.: Thomas Tait
12 p.m.: Fashion East
12:30 p.m.: Meadham Kirchhoff
4 p.m.: Sass & Bide
8 Questions with Newcomer Dascha Polanco
Orange is the New Black premieres Thursday, July 11th on Netflix.
We are so excited for your new show on Netflix, without giving too much away, can you tell us about your character and the first season of Orange is the New Black?
Dayanara is reserved. She’s different from her upbringing in that she’s somewhat vulnerable, and loves and seeks love. She has that spunk, however, that is unexpected. It is not a good idea to push her buttons.
Since Netflix puts all episodes out on the same day, is there a specific episode you are most excited to see? For your fans to see?
I’m excited about my flashback because it brings understanding and compassion to my character. They are all good though! I am featured in all the episodes, so the fans will get to enjoy Dayanara throughout the season.
The show is very female dominated. Are you close with your castmates? Any fun stories from set?
Oh my gosh! This is what is sooo crazy. I have always had a male dominated group of friends in the past. Surprisingly, I have met castmates that have become such good friends and just support each other on and off set.
Funny stories… It’s like a funny compilation of essays. From drawing each other to composing raps about kegels, sleeping on one another, making jokes, and shopping online on set! It’s like a big slumber party.. and oh don’t bring out the alcohol because we will not blame it on it at all.
As you may know, we are a fashion magazine and we hear you are into fashion. With Summer just around the corner, what are some of your ‘must-have’ items this season?
My must have items are maxi dresses, long skirts, tights, backless shirts… basically comfort.
In Orange is the New Black, most of the characters don’t get to showcase their individual style due to the prison uniform, so please tell us about your personal style. How would you dress your character if you had the opportunity? What is your style like off screen?
Dayanara… She is a little conservative due to her weight, but she grew up in the hood– so it is about the tight jeans, tees, big earrings, sneakers, uggs or other very urban trends.
My style off screen… I love mod vintage. I am daring and I will rock holographic shoes with a 1950 dress or chunky sandals with baggy shorts and a tank. I definitely dress for my mood.
Who are some of your favorite designers?
Oh gees! I can’t decide. I honestly love all fashion for one reason or another.
Within your career, you must have had some long days on set. If you could only bring one beauty product out of your trailer to have on you, what would it be?
Lip balm
Do you have any exciting summer plans?
I am in the midst of moving to a new place. I will be boxing more and working on my health, and of course enjoying the weather with my family.
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Model of Diversity: Angel Sinclair
Sinclair is a former model and appeared on a TV program called Miss Naked Beauty in 2008. During her time on this program, she was struck by the great variety of women participating in it. “It just struck me during my time modeling that the industry was really obsessed with the ‘size zero’, and I wanted to make a change,” she says. Although she never experienced this discrimination herself, it was apparent to her that change was desperately needed in the industry. Sparked by a desire to sway the fashion industry away from an obsession over size zero and toward an industry of diversity, Angel headed out to a fashion mecca to promote her cause: London Fashion Week. Her efforts started when she put out a public casting call for supporters to join in her protest. Alarmed at the numerous supporters who answered the call, coupled with 100 donated T-shirts that displayed their cause for diversity, Sinclair and her volunteers headed to the streets and protested the size zero-favoring industry outside all the major fashion shows.
“We made tombstones, with names of all models who died of eating disorders mental illness and drugs and protested outside major fashion events,” says Sinclair. Additionally, she gave out leaflets packed with details as to how the models had died. “It was very dramatic when people were reading the leaflets. There were so many people who died related to beauty or fashion related illness,” says Sinclair. She and her fellow protestors made such an impact that they got invited to meet with the British Fashion Council and discuss their cause.
When asked about her most recent accomplishments in her avid campaign for more diverse models in the fashion industry, Sinclair tells about two major events that have happened recently; “The first accomplishment is the Curves in Couture show, a charity show for healthy, curvy models, which was one of the first plus shows that we put on. We had Tacora, we had Lizzie Miller and we had about three to four US models who modeled with the UK plus models,” she says. Secondly, was last year when she successfully managed to have a disabled model on a billboard during the Paralympics, which so flawlessly presented that beauty lies in diversity.
This year, Models of Diversity is putting together a fashion show called Catwalk of Change on September 6th featuring 20 mature models, aged 35 and up. The second show will be the U.K. Top Bloggers. Bloggers will be taking to the runway in their own fashion show, and all proceedings will go to cancer research MIND, a mental health charity. “All of my shows will have the whole spectrum of models on the runway. We never have a show without models of color, models with disabilities, and mature models,” says Sinclair.
Angel Sinclair is a passionate woman with a lot of fresh ideas that challenge the norm in the fashion industry. Her desire to change the fashion industry with the dramatic protests and fashion shows that showcase diversity on all levels illustrate that she is not going to let anything or anyone get trump her ambition to radiate this awareness globally.
Top 10 Summer Style Rules for 2013
When such essentials are created by designers with inimitable innovation, the result gives birth to a fresh take on a classic. Here, RUNWAY gives you the dish on the top 10 style rules all the “It” girls of summer should follow.
1. Own at least one seersucker blouse, dress, pant, or shorts. Outside of linen, seersucker is one of the most airy fabrics you can have. When the heat and humidity rises, the need for lightweight fabric becomes as necessary as a dehydrated person’s hunt for water. Besides, seersucker’s wrinkled appearance doesn’t require heavy duty pressing. The Rag & Bone Spring-Summer 2013 Collection presented seersucker-on-seersucker get-ups that look both effortless and chic.
2. Do play with at least one trend. This summer’s hottest trend is all about bralettes. Inspiration taken from the boudoir has hit the fashion world again. Bralettes ranging from over-the-top embellishments to basic black have been paired with shorts, high waisted pants, pencil skirts, and flowy maxi skirts. For those who feel a little less Rihanna and more conservative, throw on a fitted blazer for a less edgy look.
3. Polka dots are always spot-on. The classic dots don’t necessarily have to be on print only. We particularly love Proenza Schouler’s whimsical take on the circular trend: polka dot print and grommets.
4. Embrace your own body type! Own a garment with cut out detail. This look isn’t for the fashion faint of heart. Curvy girls look most flattering in tunics that have cut outs along the decolletage or upper back. Bold cut outs along the waist are especially sexy on those with a petite frame. Cut out details on thick wood bangles, footwear, and handbags are also “do’s,” you can steal straight from the runway.
5. Well-tailored, vintage inspired frocks NEVER go out of style. A 1940’s style garden party dress is a wardrobe necessity. It’s also a great summer-to-fall style that can be warmed up with a pair of tights, a grandpa cardigan, and a scarf. Update the look with a pair of studded heels or a geometric necklace. …
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Top Sunless Tanners for Summer
For Newbies:
An easy-to-use sunless tanner that builds up color gradually (Jergens Natural Glow Collection) is ideal for newbies. Designed as a sunless tanner/moisturizer that allows you to layer on your golden glow daily is best for a streak-free, buildable bronze look. You use this sunless tanner in lieu of your regular moisturizer. When applied daily, you will notice a gradual tan within a couple of days. Build your color daily until your achieve your ideal glow.
For Just One Night:
More interested in a one-night stand with your tan rather than a long, drawn-out relationship with it? That’s ok; there are products for you non-committal girls, too. Try the bronzer St. Tropez One Night Only Instant Body Glow. This body lotion has a built-in bronzer. A single application will give you a bronze look for just one night. It washes away with your next shower.
For an Insta-Tan:
Let’s face it! Sometimes you just can’t wait for a tan to develop. You need dark legs and you need them NOW. For times like this, Lancome Flash Bronzer is your best bet. This sunless tanner give you an instant golden glow. It works (in about 30 minutes) to give you longer lasting color that remains up to 5 days. Slather some on your legs before you head out the door on Friday. You will still have color to get you through the beginning of your work week.
For a Professional Look at Home:
An airbrush tan applied by professionals is the creme-de-la-creme of sunless tanning. For those who want the same effect at home, try the airbrush tan-in-a-can Loreal Sublime Bronze Salon Airbrush. The bronzer in the formula allows one to see where the product has already been applied. For the best look, spray in up and down motions (rather than circular) all over your body…
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Guido Maria Kretschmer Talks Fashion Label, Inspiration, More
Ever since, he has become one of Germany’s best known designers. Guido Maria Kretschmer’s creative talent also shines in his work as costume designer for opera, drama and feature film productions.
(See a few looks from his S/S 2013 collab with Puma in our rightside panel!)
RUNWAY: Your design talents are very broad. You’ve designed everything from shoes, to haute couture, to flight attendant uniforms. Do you have a favorite design genre?
GUIDO MARIA KRETSCHMER: My favorite design genre is Haute Couture. I love to dress ladies. Next to this, I am very interested in Interior & Home Living.
R: Did you grow up wanting to be a designer, or did you have other dreams?
GMK: I always wanted to be a designer. I am born to use and work with textiles.
R: When did you decide you wanted to do this as a career?
GMK: Life has chosen it for me. You have talent or not, and your career path will take its course.
R: When you are designing a new collection, do you have a muse you look to for inspiration?
GMK: Yes, my favorite model, Zoe. She is an authentic Tunisian girl. I love her attitude.
R: You worked with Puma on your S/S 2013 line. That’s huge! How did you react when you found out you’d be working on such a major collaboration?
GMK: I was very pleased and honored to be able to work for Puma.
R: Is there one moment that stands out to you as your “defining moment,” as a fashion designer?
GMK: I’ve had many special moments in my life. I am still thankful for situations where I can learn. In a church I thought, “thank you God for this opportunity”. It’s also worth mentioning that I know when to say STOP.
R: What has been the most difficult challenge you’ve faced so far?
GMK: Once I had an order to create a new look for a bus company. Unfortunately, the owner did not have any understanding for the look, and it was very difficult to explain anything to her about textile.
R: Have there ever been times you’ve felt discouraged, or thought there was too much pressure?
GMK: Actually, no. I have always known that I can trust myself. Sometimes this also means to hug idiots. I always stay close to myself. In every challenge, I see a chance.
R: When you get designer’s block, do you have any tricks that get you back in the mental game?
GMK: I take a sit and start, so no; I don’t have any tricks.
R: When you start designing a collection, what is the first thing you do? …
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A Short Story – Create Unique DIY Cut-Offs
Cut-offs, both bought and handmade, can be the perfect solution. As a fix to recycling worn-out jeans, or a weekend project with a great thrift store or vintage find, do-it-yourself cut-offs can be the best part of a versatile summer wardrobe.
Your “one-of-a-kind” piece requires a few tools of the fashion trade, along with your chosen pair of jeans. You will need a marking tool, scissors, and an X-Acto knife. An X-Acto knife is used to create additional “cuts” in the denim, giving it a more distressed feel.
While optional, this helps to mix it up and creates an edgier, more current look and feel.
If you have purchased a new pair of jeans for your project, wash the jeans in hot water and dry them on your hottest dryer setting. This ensures that the denim is pre-shrunk and your leg lengths will remain true and equal.
If you bought a “worn-in vintage find,” or are using an old pair of jeans, you may disregard this step. Next, put the pants on and lightly mark the length you are wanting for your shorts.
Always mark a little on the longer side, just in case. Make sure to mark the front and back. A 1-2 inseam works well. You can always cut more later.
Remove the marked jeans. Iron the jeans, one leg at a time, so that you have a smooth pair of pants that will allow for an even cut.
Once ironed, you are ready to cut! Using a ruler, mark the lines at your desired cut point, establishing a straight cut. Fold the jeans in half and cut. This will help ensure that both sides are cut evenly.
Try on the pants once again to see if you need to cut off more of the length. Check that both sides are cut evenly. After you have cut your new shorts, play with distressing and embellishments.
Using an X-Acto knife on a cutting mat, slit horizontal lines in the denim. This will create frayed “cuts” upon your next washing.
Wash the jeans in a load of their own to avoid unwanted tears if the new frays were to get caught on other pieces of clothing.
If you have simple sewing experience, the options are endless. …
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Lindsey Morgan Talks Fashion, Style and The Daytime Emmys
Tell us a little about your everyday style. Do you have any go-to’s or staple items for a casual, everyday look?
When I am not in my work out duds, I definitely keep it simple. I wear so many masks and costumes for my work, that when it comes to me just running errands or at home, I keep it clean and comfortable. I love the Cali-chic, tanks and some cute skinnies.
How does your style differ when it comes to the red carpet, do you like to take risks?
My style differs greatly on the carpet! Before I did not work with a stylist so I would really be stressing out about what to wear or “the look” I wanted to represent. I like to be unique and have fun but sometimes time got the best of me and just had to go with what fit and was available. The Daytime Emmys was my favorite carpet ever! I worked with an amazing stylist, Julie Matos, and she hooked it up! I’ll admit I did have a freak out prior because I felt the dress wouldn’t fit in with what everyone else was wearing but Julie reminded me and reassured, why would I ever want to do that?! So with a little push and somebody to hold my hand, I am definitely willing to take risks.
What is your process when you are getting ready to attend a big event? Do you have a look in mind or does it happen organically?
It depends on the event as far as having a preconceived look in mind or allowing something organic to happen. For a big event I’d say I usually have a thematic shape in mind, first. Long, short, sophisticated, young, sexy etc. I went to a Nylon Young Hollywood party recently and definitely wanted to go funky and fresh! Those were my words and what I strived to find! For the Emmy’s it was more chic and exotic. I try to look at what’s in at the moment too, but I found wearing what I like is a lot more fun to me than what is trending at the moment.
The internet had been buzzing about your Daytime Emmy Look, can you tell us how you put it together?
I refuse to take any credit for it besides the fact that I said ‘okay’ and put it on my body! The mastermind behind it was Julie Matos, a stylist, I was so grateful to work with! She let me take the reins first to figure out what I wanted but I wasn’t loving anything I was finding, so she literally pulled this dress for me and had me to try it on. Her first choice! I’ll admit I totally looked past it because it wasn’t much on the hanger, but (another great tip I learned) Julie said, you have to try on everything! Julie wanted me to look very fashion forward and chic, I felt her choice in accessories and some great tailoring to my shape pulled the entire look together.
This was the second year you attended the Daytime Emmy’s and the first time you attended as a nominee; how did it feel? Were you nervous?
The first time I was nervous! I think it was my first carpet ever and it was so intense! I was already not sure if I was dressed appropriately, you know those thoughts, “what if no one else is wearing a tea length dress?!” and then to have all those lights flashing and people calling your name! I was definitely nervous about my fashion choices.
This round, I felt so much more at ease, thanks to Julie and my great hair and make-up team. We had the look down, I still had to do a last minute fitting in the morning of and my mom was my date! I was on cloud 9! And told myself, I’ve done this rodeo, regardless of what happens it is a blessing to be here with people I love and who love me and I am going to treasure this moment forever. Pass the champagne!
Do you have anyone you look up to in the fashion industry? Any fashion icons or designers?
It’s so funny. The designers I love, I feel like I could never wear their work because they are so cool! Like, could I get away with that? My favorites include Tom Ford, because he is so luxurious and sexy. Alexander Wang, just because he is the coolest. Balmain, Jeremy Scott, Guiseppi Zanotti and depending on the season Marc Jacobs, Dolce and Gabana and miu miu.
I really actually admire Rhianna’s style, she is so sexy and daring! But then again I don’t think I could ever pull off what she wears, mainly because I’d be cold, a lot. But I give her mad props.
Any fashion trends you avoid or are really into this season?
I love the halter top neckline, high waisted shorts and crop tops! I’ve decided that is all I am living in this summer. I am definitely not into the chunky wedge sandals though, too Spice Girls for me. I don’t like all the clunk.
Where can we see you next?
I just shot a sci-fi thriller, ETXR, for FOX Digital Networks, it will work the festival circuit and then be streaming for Netflix. I wear some risqué numbers in that one, so if you want to see more of me literally and figuratively, I’d say look there.
What Men Really Want in Bed
It’s the same advice every time and I for one have not been impressed. Then top it off with this amazing Buzzfeed article that aggregrated all of the bad sex advice these magazines had been giving and I thought, you know what, I’m going to reach out to my own guy network and poll them. I want to know what the real man thinks, not just some pre-fab New Yorker they “pulled off the street.”
These guys all range from 25-38 years old. They’ve been around the block a few times and then maybe a few more. They’ve been in committed relationships, dated casually and some have even got married. They were open, candid and had opinions that were meaningful, applicable and had nothing to do with touching their taint. You ready? Let’s go.
1. Speak your mind and don’t be afraid to ask for what you want
“Being direct and a little dirty is sexy. If you want him to go down on you, ask him. Dont be shy, with innuendos; rather look in his eyes and say softly ‘Please, go down on me?’ On the flip side, having a woman ask me things before she does them is hot as well, ‘Do you want me to bend over the couch for you?,’ ‘Do you want me to watch me use this Adam & Eve vibrator?’ It doesn’t have to be super perverted or sleezy, but said with passion in her eyes and an eagerness in her gaze for it to happen – that is sexier than any outfit, or manuevers in bed.” —Ryan, 34
2. Confidence is everything
“Honestly, just don’t be self conscious. Even if you are, don’t act like it, whether you’re insecure about your body or your moves. Confidence is the biggest turn on. We wouldn’t be sleeping with you if we didn’t think you were beautiful. When it comes to moves, if you seem uncomfortable that’s not gonna work for me. I’d rather receive bad oral from someone who is selling it than a good one from someone who doesn’t seem into it.” —Ronny, 25
3. Don’t be afraid to like it
“I’m not going to enjoy myself if the girl isn’t enjoying herself. While it’s important that we both get off, my main priority is making sure she has a good time all around. I’m probably not going to have a good time if she looks like she’s bored, in her own head or worried. Just let go and enjoy what’s happening around and to you. It’s a huge turn on to see a girl who can really let loose and enjoy herself.” —Austin, 28
4. Be more aggressive
“Be willing to take more control. Initiate sex, hop on top, dictate the moves, tell me what to do. Men don’t mind working for sex and being in charge, but some times we just want to see what you can do. Let us know that you’re willing to run the show. It shows you’re confident and know what you want and we like that.” —Paul, 30
5. Experiment realistically
“If you want to experiment let us know. We don’t expect you to swing from the rafters in a corse and give us a handy. That’s absurd. We want a girl who is herself, who wants to experiment with things she likes, not what may have been sold to her in a book or magazine. If you want to try a different position or dirty talk, do it! We won’t be offended, in fact, we’ll probably like it.” —Adam, 38
You know what I thought was the funniest thing of all? The fact that all of these guys basically said the same things: Be confident and know what you want. So ditch the 75 things a man wants articles and work on yourself. Figure out what you want and how to love yourself and I promise you that any man will be happy with that. No need for champagne, lube, and a lingerie set that’s uncomfortably tight.