Speaking about luxury with Elena Garcia – eco designer and owner Elena Garcia Eco-Couture

Born in Spain but based in London since 1992, Elena Garcia originally trained as a linguist, specialising in Public Services Interpreting. Her interpreter’s job has led her to work with many local groups and has made her aware of the problems faced by migrant communities and people in penitentiary institutions. Following her passion for design, … Read more

Strong demand despite weakening global economy: Hermes posted record 2011 sales

Luxury brands have continued to enjoy strong sales despite world economic concerns. French luxury group Hermes said to AFP it posted record sales of 2.8 billion euros in 2011, highlighting the resilience of luxury brands in the face of the weakening global economy. French luxury goods giant LVMH said last week it had enjoyed a … Read more

Jason Wu revisits Chinese roots at New York Fashion Week

Jason Wu‘s dramatic show at New York Fashion Week featured a collection inspired partly by his Chinese roots. Jason Wu has been considered a strong up-and-comer since Michelle Obama wore a gown by the then-barely known designer to the presidential inaugural balls in 2008. Then came a Target deal that put a limited collection in … Read more

Made-to-measure youthfulness for the face from Armani

Made-to-measure youthfulness for the face: Giorgio Armani Designer Lift Foundation Giorgio Armani introduced the next generation of made-to-measure youthfulness for the face – Giorgio Armani Designer Lift Smoothing and Firming Foundation. Just like in couture, the difference is in the details.  The patented MICRO FIL Stretch Matrix acts as a flexible mesh providing comfort and … Read more

Madonna and Givenchy at Superbowl

Madonna triumphs  at 2012 Superbowl in Givenchy Costumes The fashionistas were more than happy to discover at the Superbowl 2012 3 haute couture costumes designed for Madonna by Riccardo Tisci. During the halftime of the game between the Giants and the Patriots, the queen of pop (52 years) offered a show worthy of her best. … Read more