Who? Phase Eight
What? We are loving this dress for summer parties and weddings, or indeed a classical concert or theatre in the park. There’s a dress-down glamour about it that’s effortlessly feminine. Accessorize with matching clutch and high-heeled pumps to finish the look. Priced at £169.
When? Available now
Who? Monsoon What? Nothing beats embroidery when it comes to detail and we love the ones on this Mallory skirt. It has an ethic air, giving the patterns an exotic feel. But it’s also simple enough to wear to a function or business meeting. Priced at £49. When? Available now Where? Available online from Monsoon How? Buy now from Monsoon
Who? Plakinger What? German champions of unpretentious fashion Plakinger has recently unveiled their Spring / Summer 2015 collection. For the mother and daughter designers behind the brand, Galina Plakinger and Svetlana Ziggel, the pant suit is always the focus. This season, they’ve been inspired by “sailor man aesthetics, with its romantic, vivid, dynamic and strong elements”. When? Available to preview now Where? Available online from www.byplakinger.com How? For more information, see website Ten photos from Plakinger Spring / Summer 2015
With a wisp of spring in the air, or so we hope, it feels like the right time to rock out some floral prints. We’re certainly not alone because you don’t have to look too hard to spot the wave of designers bringing out the petals. But don’t get overwhelmed – we’ve picked five of our favourite tops and five of our favourite skirts in flower power. P.S. Be sure to look out for our post on floral dresses too. The tops: Distinguishing rose print t-shirt from Ted Baker Priced at £45. Available from ASOS Maria printed t-shirt from Desigual Priced at £34. Available from House of Fraser Perry top…
AMYKARINE is a new independent label, specializing in textile design and luxury silk scarves. Here, the designers of the brand, Amy and Karine Brutijan, answer Life in Luxury’s Ten questions. Tell us about AMYKARINE, how did you begin? AMYKARINE is influenced by our background. We were born into a very creative family and raised in a household full of works by distinguished Armenian painters, which were carefully curated by our father. It is no surprise that we have been drawn to the arts and design since early childhood. We also had an interest in fashion and all sort of things you could wear. Establishing AMYKARINE came as a natural development…
What? Sterling silver Baja bracelet in purple quartz. Priced at £195. Where? Available online from Monica Vinader
Who? Vacheron Constantin What? Vacheron Constantin’s latest collection of time pieces, the aptly titled “The Legend of the Chinese Zodiac”, makes a perfect gift for Chinese New Year. Currently released is the “Year of the Snake” watch, available in a platinum or pink gold case. Only 12 pieces are released for each model. When? Available now Where? Exclusively at Vacheron Constantin boutiques How? See www.vacheron-constantin.com for more information
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