Daniel Lee, Bottega Veneta's illustrious creative director, has an uncanny ability to design "it" -- it-bags, it-shoes, it-everything. From the slouchy Bottega Veneta pouch to the label's aggressively square-toed mules, Lee's work catches on like wildfire, making its way from the runway to well-heeled celebrities and eventually, to the mainstream. "Wardrobe 02," the designer's latest collection, is no different. Retooling old favorites and verging into new territory, the fashion mastermind solid...
Scandinavian brand Cecilie Bahnsen has unveiled a summer capsule of elegant dresses, combining design cues like puff sleeves, open backs and mesh overlays ahead of summer.The range offers a selection of shapes, lengths and silhouettes, from mini to maxi and A-line to princess, as well as an impressive range of textures, seeing pieces crafted from cloqué, gauze, cotton and more. Stand-out pieces include the minimalist Karen dress, seeing puff sleeves combined with open-back ribbon details, and t...
Youn Chung never wanted an engagement ring. Before meeting her husband, Chung found herself lamenting her love life with a friend, and the idea of receiving a more practical token of commitment -- a watch -- came up. Chung, who frequently worked with her hands (she ran a business making three-dimensional paper cards), knew a ring would get in the way of her handicraft. In addition, she wasn't fond of the social mores that accompany engagement rings -- "how much did it cost; how many carats; is i...
Following a ski-inspired collection for Fall/Winter 2021, Helmut Lang has now unveiled its Resort 2022 range.The label continues to focus on minimalist styles that are diversified with textured fabrics. In womenswear, sleek looks are complete with high-neck logo tees, contrasting flared trousers with belted strap detailing. Padded materials take over a knee-length skirt while tops are highlighted with asymmetrical cues along the shoulders and neck. Ribbed knit dresses dominate the collection in ...