Anya Hindmarch
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It was once unheard of for designers to ask their customers for advice. Today, it's becoming quite the trend. "We’ve never really asked, ‘What does the customer need?'
Fab Flash: BFC Reveales 25 Most Powerful List
The 2009 British Fashion Awards take place this evening (you can see a full list of nominees here) and with just hours to go, the British Fashion Council have announced a list of the 25 most powerful in the industry. The list was chosen by a panel which included British Vogue editor Alexandra Shulman and contains both household names (Kate Moss, Vivienne Westwood, Paul Smith) and lesser known industry insiders (Lulu Kennedy, Louis Wilson and Joan Burnstein) highlighting the size and impact of fashion.
It's also interesting how many of the people mentioned have been knighted proving the importance of the industry as a whole to the UK.
Shop Lil's Fall Outfit
Sometimes a simple outfit is the way to go. No less stylish, but for the multitasking gal on the go, luxurious basics are perfection. Hence, LilSugar's mommy-friendly Fall outfit.
I Want This Wardrobe: Blair Waldorf
In the real world, Thanksgiving has already come and gone, but not for the Upper East Siders. As we watch them enjoy their turkey — with a side of drama — let's evaluate Blair Waldorf's holiday outerwear. While walking with her man, the posh Gossip Girl donned a Marc by Marc Jacobs military coat, gray-textured tights, pumps, and a red-pleated bag by Anya Hindmarch.
Trend Alert: All That Glitters
Whether you're 6 years old or 30, the holidays are the perfect time to revel in all that glitters. Given, I don't need an excuse to wear such shimmering objects, but maybe you do. Glitter is more understated compared to its shine sisters — sequins and paillettes — and so perfect right now.
Trend Alert: Do the Pleat
I admit, I was growing quite weary of the current selection of Fall handbags, but my outlook changed when I laid eyes on cool pleated bags. There's something for everyone with styles ranging from tightly stitched clutches to more haphazard pleats. This fresh Diane von Furstenberg Studded Napa Bag ($595) awakened my handbag soul to a level unparalleled.
I Love Your Shopstyle: Geometric
One might see this picture as a scrambled abstract but not Historie Girl. She pulled inspiration from the geometric pattern and created a striking Victorian-inspired ensemble. Her color choices are spot-on and I can't take my eyes off those Dries van Noten canvas and leather sandals.
Fab Flash: Anya Hindmarch is Awarded MBE
British designer Anya Hindmarch was awarded for her contribution to the fashion industry yesterday as she headed to Buckingham Palace to collect her MBE. She was listed in the Queen's New Year honours list along with Hilary Riva.
The Queen was dressed in a white and yellow floral dress as she presented Anya with her medal.
Celebrity Style: Kristen Bell
Cutie Kristen Bell has been making her rounds at New York Fashion Week. She attended the Alice + Olivia presentation in an ensemble that at first seems simple, but upon closer inspection, comes to life. She could have thrown on a dress, like most attendees did, but her look took a little more work.
Celebrity Style: Isla Fisher
Isla Fisher's character in Confessions of a Shopaholic loves color and layering, but the actress took another route at the film's UK premiere. This ensemble stopped me dead in my clicks — it's sexy as hell but doesn't lose its fashiony side. The black-sequin Jasmine Di Milo mini dress shows off Isla's killer gams, while her Jimmy Choo sandals highlight her feet.
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