Full View of What to Expect From Versace For H&M

A few weeks ago, we informed you of the exciting news that Versace would present a collection exclusively at H&M. The details, though, were scarce and secretive — but now all floodgates have been drawn, as the entire look book has been revealed for us to drool over and attempt to financially stabilize ourselves before the official sales begin next month.

To get an idea of how much one will stash in his or her sock drawer until Nov. 17 in select countries and Nov. 19 in the US, prices ranges from $19.95 (for costume jewelry) to $299 (for a leather jacket and dress that Anna Dello Russo wore to Paris Fashion Week). Other wallet-friendly finds include home decor offers, such as pillows from $29.95 to $39.95 and a slightly pricier bedspread at $149.

Fashionologie has provided a slideshow of the complete lookbook, which consists of 116 images and price info. Hey, if something you like is a bit more than you can afford right now, the holiday season is right around the corner. And, what always accompanies the time of year that will soon be here? SALES.

Keep an eye out, and we will, too! Until then, pack your piggy banks with as much as you can for the November launch!

Text Brittney Schering
Image courtesy of Style.com 

Fashion Editors-Turned-Models

As of late, it's been noted that fashion editors — such as style icons Kate Lanphear, Taylor Tomasi-Hill, Joanna Hillman, and Anna Dello Russo — have fully transitioned into the world of modeling. After being followed by street style photographers for years, behind-the-scenes people are now known as the fashion industry's most talked-about and sought-after faces and personalities.

The advertising perspective considers this transformation to be a rather brilliant one. Highlighting the editors in the market where they have surpassed expertise comes with a value of trust, honor, and respect. Who better to represent pieces, clothing, and styles than the ones who create it?

The developing transition is expected to expand from this point. We believe it holds a substantial amount of inspiration, value, and following not only for magazines and their editors, but also for fashion in general — as well as those who follow it. For that reason, we applaud editors-turned-models, so long as they remain editors, too. What do you think of this evolution?

Text Brittney Schering
Image courtesy of Stylehive

Macy's Expands High Fashion

Just last month, Macy's debuted collections from luxury designer Karl Lagerfeld and Vogue Editor-at-Large and fashion director Anna Dello Russo. Now, the company has added Paris-based designer Giambattista Valli to its list of high fashion.

The new collection offers a wardrobe for the trendy traveller at prices ranging from $50 to $150 — which leaves spending money for souvenirs from, say, France. For those who kept a careful eye on Paris Fashion Week, Valli introduced his inspirations for the Macy's line during his ready-to-wear show.

Valli girl pieces that may catch your eye the next time you find yourself in Macy's include safari-inspired animal prints and pink, feminine florals with that unique and exotic Valli touch. The tan, leopard print coat and trousers shown in the image above are expected to be best sellers at the end of this month. We'll see if such predictions deem true — for now, we'll see you at Macy's.

Text Brittney Schering
Image courtesy of Style.com

Versace for H&M Rocks Paris Fashion Week

Whoever's not already in love with H&M may have a change of heart with the Versace addition, which premiered on Monday and has been all the rage at Paris Fashion Week.

Donatella Versace and Anna Dello Russo, Vogue Japan Editor-at-Large and creative consultant, have been sizzling with spunk and leather, looking quite glamorous since the premier viewings of the Versace for H&M collection that were released on Monday in Vogue Russia.

With the public antsy to see the collection, the first images spread like wildfire via scanning, TwitPics, and the like. Donatella Versace was, of course, the first to wear Versace for H&M; she chose a black leather mini dress with gold-studded embroidery and a waist-cinching belt. Anna Dello Russo wore the very same dress at Paris Fashion Week, and she rocked it with simple gold jewelry and lightly curled hair. Needless to say, we cannot wait to snag this look off the rack at H&M.


Text Brittney Schering
Image courtesy of H&M

Thinking Outside Of The Cage: Anna Dello Russo, Fashion Maniac

There is no arguing that fashion videos are by far one of the latest crazes. From cheese chic fashion vids like the recent Fall 2011 Lanvin Campaign Movie to the fashion footage gold found on the website of luxury storyteller NOWNESS and fashion blogger extraordinaire Bryan Boy’s pocket voyeur videos, fashion videos take on many forms and many different levels of production. However out of all the forms and coagulations that fashion and video may manifest, the most engrossing thus far, is by Anna Dello Russo.

Anna Dello Russo: The Music Video

Music videos have become a new forefront for the fashion industry. Beyonce rocked Givenchy couture in her latest video for “Girls,” Gaga pays regular tribute to McQueen. But what about when the tables are turned and members of the fashion industry start making videos? Cue, Anna Dello Russo.

The editor turned street style maven turned blogger is at an all-time high. In her quirky, a little over a minute video, entitled “Fashion Shower,” Russo sings and twirls around into various yoga-esque moves, all while rocking a multicolored fringe mini dress and stiletto pumps.

From extravagant hats reminiscent of Isabella Blow’s collection, to a shoe collection that is most definitely worth millions, photographs of Russo have become almost prized possessions, creating an entire new venue for inspiration (especially on websites like Tumblr, with blogs created like “Fuck Yeah Anna Dello Russo” that compile various pictures of her).

The video starts off with a simple quote, “Fashion is always uncomfortable. When you get comfortable, you never get the look.” You tell em, Anna.

Text Liza Sokol
Source: StyleCaster, Youtube