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Couture Spring 2012: The Round Up

Reem — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 23:56:43 +0000

From Chanel to Valentino, this Couture season saw the most remarkable craftsmanship come to life with pops of brights, patchwork lace and embroidery so intricate one could only imagine the time and effort put into each piece. We expected nothing less from Couture Fashion Week.

Favourites include the laid back pocket dresses from Chanel. Full length sheer gowns at Dior. Flower embossed gowns at Elie Saab. Cut out shoulders at Givenchy. Mid length sheer cocktail dresses at Valli, sheer caped gowns at Valentino and silver hues at Versace.

Spring 2012 Couture: Chanel

Reem — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 23:06:12 +0000

Images from Style.com and compiled by Five Five Fabulous.

Nicholas Oakwell Couture SS12

Reem — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 01:19:51 +0000

Last night I attended the stunning showcase of Nicholas Oakwell’s Couture SS12 line at London’s Claridge’s hotel. For the designer’s second line, he found inspiration in the archives of the iconic jewellery house, Grima. The collection radiates 60′s and 70′s timeless glamour with luxury materials such as ostrich feathers and vivid gold alligator skins displayed alongside prints, beads and pailettes creating stunning structures that remarkably move effortlessly.

Having never seen any Nicholas Oakwell pieces up close before, I was completely blown away by the craftsmanship and commitment to detail. Oakwell’s enthusiasm for metals was shared in a stunning collaboration with Nicholas Kirkwood for shoes.

[Above images taken by me and my Canon and belong to Five Five Fabulous].

‘Klimt’ Gown

‘Brilliantly Cut’ Gown

‘Ursula’ Dress

[Above images courtesy of Nicholas Oakwell PR].

NEWS: Vodafone becomes Principal Sponsor of LFW

Reem — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 14:19:30 +0000

A seven season partnership has just formed between Vodafone and London Fashion Week as the communications giant becomes the prinicpal sponsor of London Fashion Week starting February 2012. By registering for Vodafone VIP customers can set their sights on mingling with the fash pack as opportunities to win tickets to shows at the BFC Catwalk Show Space as well as access to an exclusive viewing platform and VIP lounge will become available. Vodafone will continue on as the title sponsor of Vodafone London Fashion Weekend and sponsor of the British Fashion Awards.

“From Haute Couture to high street trends, our customers tell us that fashion is one of their great passions. Through this exciting extention 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.”- Danielle Crook, Vodafone’s UK Director of Brand Marketing.

“Vodafone understand 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 opportunities and access for their customers to experience fashion.”- Caroline Rush, CEO of the British Fashion Council.

Pat McGrath shares Backstage Polaroids

Reem — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 12:31:37 +0000

Make-up artist extraordinaire Pat McGrath shares her backstage polaroids from the shows in New York, Milan and Paris. I saw this on Vogue.com and had to share it with you, there’s no better way to get the true feel of fashion shows without a little backstage access.

New York

Milan

Paris

Backstage at Lanvin SS12

Reem — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:12:03 +0000

“An Indian summer in Paris. The weather is warm, very warm. In a moment of grace, angels pass…We pierce into the intimate universe of the backstage, a tense atmosphere hangs in the air, as the dress rehearsal takes place behind closed doors. In contrast to the scene, along comes the serene voice of Alber Elbaz which adds to the overall surrealism of the défilé.”

Five Five Fabulous Reviews Spring Summer 2012

Reem — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 13:32:58 +0000

Style for the Sake of Style: Five Five Fabulous at LFW

Reem — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 20:39:57 +0000

This fashion week was a personal first time for myself. The first day was the only day the girls and I could all be together so we had a lot of fun at Somerset House snapping pics, falling over and laughing, a lot!

Farah Wears:

Floral Kimono: Topshop

Vest Top: H&M

Jeans: Topshop

Wedges: Topshop

Bag: Louis Vuitton

Shades: Gucci

Watch: Michael Kors

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Natalya Wears:

Gilet: Zara

T-shirt: Religion

Jeans: Topshop

Boots: Carvela

Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs

Shades: D&G

Cocktail Ring: House of Harlow

Watch: Tag Heur

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Reem wears:

Cropped Jumper: Bill + Mar

Top: Forever 21

Jeans: Citizens of Humanity

Shoes: Unknown

Watch: Swatch

Cuff: Monica Vinader

Necklace: Annoushka

Bip Necklace & Ring: Mawi for Disney Couture

Shades: Aldo

LFW: Amanda Wakeley Spring Summer 2012

Reem — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 22:20:42 +0000

The Amanda Wakeley Spring Summer 2012 show depicted the type of woman that Wakeley designs for. Someone athletic, strong, independant and sexy. A collection of jersey, beaded, draped and maxi pieces glided down the runway with sophistication and ease. The models looked comfortable wearing the clothes and the audience, you could tell were visually pleased.

The collection of blues, mustards and reds all nodding towards the more vibrant trend of SS12, were a refreshing foresight into what’s to come next season.

[Above images from Vogue.com]

LFW: Osman Spring Summer 2012

Reem — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 21:49:57 +0000

This collection is one my most memorable of LFW. A beautiful array of Spring time shades including canary yellow, olive green and powder pink opened this 20′s inspired collection by Osman Yousefzada. Drop waisted below the knee dresses embellished with black beads and oversized armholes are going to be the dresses I covet for next season. Soft pleats and subtle slits have turned these modest silhouettes into sexy, ladylike and chic Summer dresses.

Cigarette pants with slits opening at the ankle keep in line with the casual feel to this intricately executed collection. Floor length fringing covered halter neck knee length dresses and tops, keeping in theme with Osman’s 20′s inspiration.

I adore the 3rd and 4th look in my roundup.

[Above images from Style.com]