London Fashion Week: Richard Nicoll Re-Charging Tote Bag

Today Richard Nicoll revealed his tote bag which was designed in partnership with the official sponsor of London Fashion Week, Vodafone!

Essentially the tote bag allows users to re-charge a wide range of mobile devices (e.g. Apple, Blackberry, Android) on the go. The bag itself will be charged from the mains power via induction charging using a tap charger that attaches magnetically to the outside of the bag. Once the bag battery is full it will charge handsets and tablets using the universal retractable cable installed into the pocket. The re-charger will be able to charge a mobile device multiple times before the bag itself needs re-charging from the mains. Fabulous or what!?

Charging mobile devices with the bag is no slower than usual charging methods and, importantly, you can still use your phone/tablet whilst it's charging. You can carry the bag and talk on the phone whilst it's still plugged in thanks to a retractable cord.

It gets better still as there is an LED light on the bluetooth-enabled charm that flashes to indicate incoming calls, phone notifications, and battery life.

It is without a doubt, the perfect accessory for anyone that is iPhone obsessed! Tweeting, Facebooking and Blogging really does take it's toll on your battery life... but now thanks to Richard Nicoll and the Vodaphone Innovation Team we will be combatted against it.

On the creation of the bag, Richard Nicoll said: “We wanted to create a collaborative product that fused fashion and technology. The recharging bag is especially relevant for my collection this season, because it’s about the notion of work and all its facets in modern times. Vodafone have helped bring this idea alive in a way that we never could have done ourselves.”

The innovative creation merges practicality with beautiful design. Danielle Crook, Vodafone UK’s Director of Brand Marketing said: “It’s been amazing to see what can be achieved when two British brands come together to create something truly inspirational in today's unveiling of the first ever recharging tote bag. Our partnership with Richard Nicoll has resulted in a first for the fashion industry and a unique initiative for women everywhere who want to keep connected.”

The tote bag has been developed with British leather goods company, Tusting, which has a heritage stretching back over 130 years.

..Tech Geek Chic at the ready! <3 xxx

Vodaphone: Principal Sponsor of London Fashion Week

The British Fashion Council previously announced Vodafone as its headline sponsor for seven seasons, beginning in February for autumn/winter 2012-13.

"Vodafone understand innovation," Caroline Rush, ceo of the British Fashion Council, said today. "Vodafone understands innovation. Through this partnership with London Fashion Week, British Fashion Awards and Vodafone London Fashion Weekend they will be supporting our innovative talent whilst providing unique opportunites and access for their customers to experience fashion."

Allowing their 19 million customers - 90 per cent of whom declared an interest in fashion - to have access to VIP events and even tickets to shows is Vodafone's priority in the partnership, as well as building on the foundation they already have after sponsoring shows including Christopher Kane and Richard Nicoll on previous seasons.

"Through this exciting extension of our partnership with London Fashion Week we're looking forward to giving them even greater access to the heart of the British fashion world," Vodafone's UK director of brand marketing added.


Reference: http://www.vogue.co.uk/news/2011/11/16/london-fashion-week-announcement---vodafone-sponsor

Kate Moss for Supreme

Supreme New York has worked with many unconventional celebrities that wouldn’t typically be associated with fashion. Former subjects of their ad' campaigns have been; Kermit the Frog, Mike Tyson and Lou Reed.

Others that have more of a stylish edge have been icons such as; Ghostface Killah and Lady Gaga. However, the company have a new muse in their midst. The brand is linking up with world renowned model, Kate Moss.

Since the beginning of Supreme, the box logo t-shirt has been a staple of the brand. In an informal announcement of their Spring-Summer 2012 Collection, Supreme has plastered photos of Kate Moss wearing the tee all around New York and London. 

Trend: Asymmetric Hemlines

The new take on asymmetric skirts has become one of the hottest trends for Spring / Summer 2012 & has taken the fashion blogging world by storm in numerous countries.

The skirt is effortlessly chic and can be worn as a day-to-night statement piece.

 

Other takes on the trend also include Asymmetric Maxi Dresses.

I took note of the emerging trend recently at my sisters graduation event, where I wore; a teal asymmetric maxi dress with studded shoulder detailing, ankle strap heels and a statement studded cuff bracelet.

Personal Styling

Tough Edge

Leather Shearling Collar Jacket: Topshop, Polo Neck Jumper: ASOS.com, Pleated Skirt: Internacionale, Caged Shoe Boots: Atmosphere, Studded Belt: eBay

Preppy Bohemian

Chunky Knit Cardigan: Internacionale, Denim Shirt: H&M, Leopard Print Leggings: Internacionle, T-Bar Platform Shoes: eBay, Aztec Ring: ASOS Marketplace, Beaded Bracelets: New Look, 12 Apostles Bracelet: Topshop, Leather Studded Bracelet: Opia

Rock Chick

Leather Shearling Collar Jacket: Topshop, Waterfall Cargidan: House of Fraser, Oversized T-shirt: AS0S, Biker Jeggings: Internacionale, Studded Shoe Boots: Love Label, Orb Necklace: Vivienne Westwood, Crucifix Necklace: Topshop, Full Finger Ring: Topman, Bracelets: Boutique

“The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” collection for H&M

H&M have collaborated with Trish Summerville, the costume designer of ‘The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo’ to create a collection of amazing edgy pieces.

We’re extremely excited about the UK release of ‘The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo’- and to make it even more exciting, H&M have teamed up with the costume designer Trish Summerville to create a women’s collection for H&M, full of pieces inspired by the film’s anti-heroine, Lisbeth Salander.

The 30-piece collection has the dark, grungy, urban feel that defines her character, with leather jackets and trousers, torn jeans and slouchy hoodies all in industrial shades of black, grey, worn white or dark red. The collection is available now in Divided departments in around 100 H&M stores worldwide, as well as online.

Personal favourites – charcoal grey snood and the “what is hidden in snow comes forth in the thaw” vest.

Reference: http://www.company.co.uk/fashion/news/girl-with-the-dragon-tattoo-h&m-collection-collaboration-first-look?page=1

Designer Jean-Paul Gaultier pays homage to Amy Winehouse in an Exclusive Couture Collection.

At the recent Paris Fashion Week (25th January 2012), designer Jean-Paul Gaultier reared his designs away from association with Madonna, whom he often takes inspiration from, and revealed his new muse as being the late Amy Winehouse.  

His Spring / Summer Couture collection was showcased by models strutting down the catwalk to a playlist of songs by the musician, as well as embodying her by sporting the singers signature beehive hair and iconic 50s-style fashion.

The collection itself captured the essence of the singer’s style, as it featured; 50's skirts, pencil skirts, Capri pants and corset dresses. The collection also featured stunning dresses and intricate detailing, including polka dots which were one of her signature trends. One model was even pictured smoking a cigarette in true Amy Winehouse style.

The French designer even reworked his classic bustier tops to suit the Back to Black singer's look.

Although many people labeled Amy an Icon, she often divided the opinion of critics because of her unique sense of style, sometimes being deemed as having a ‘scruffy’ look.

However, such differentiation of opinion has not diminished her popularity. Since her death, Amy's name has lived on, with fans honoring the singer by buying her albums Frank and Back To Black - the latter of which became the best-selling UK album of the 21st century following her passing.