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The kimono dress is such a strong and distinctive look that it can be hard to pull off. But when you get it right, it’s a real statement outfit and a great talking point at cocktail parties. Luckily, the kimono form has been adapted by numerous designers over the years to create more contemporary styles which just about everyone can wear without the pre-requisite of “that certain look”. Here, we’ve picked ten of our favourite kimono dresses that challenge the perception while still being ultra-wearable. Lucy floral-print silk-blend jersey dress from ISSA A demure outfit for a literary luncheon. Priced at £695. Available from matchesfashion.com Frederica dress from Jovanna A…
Trunks for Trunks from Love Brand & Co
Who? Love Brand & Co What? If you haven’t heard of Love Brand & Co before, now is the time to pay attention. The company was set up with one thing in mind – to help endangered wild elephants. Set up in 2011, the brand now retails shorts, polo shirts and t-shirts for boys and men, with 5% of all profits going to elephant conservation charities. The fashion brand has recently opened their first boutique in London’s Chelsea. When? Available now Where? 5 Park Walk, London SW10 0AJ How? For more information, see www.lovebrand.com
Fashion pick: Dolman-sleeve sweater from Maison Martin Margiela MM6
Who? Maison Martin Margiela MM6 What? If you need a casual dress up cool weather wear then this dolman-sleeve wool-blend sweater from Maison Martin Margiela MM6 should be at the top of your list. It will certainly keep you warm with its luxurious blend of wool, viscose and alpaca. Wear over a crisp shirt and you will have pulled together a reasonably smart outfit too. Priced at £360. When? Available now Where? Available online from MatchesFashion.com How? Buy now from MatchesFashion.com
Ten questions with AMYKARINE
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…
Fashion pick: Belted stripe dress from Karen Millen
What? Belted stripe dress from Karen Millen. Priced at £170. Where? Available online from House of Fraser
Fashion pick: Audalies brown shoe boot from Geox
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