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Patrick Hellman, design chameleon
Who? Patrick Hellmann What? Patrick Hellmann is a bit of a chameleon when it comes to design. As well as fashion, interior and property design, he has also collaborated with Lalique and Audi on design projects. Originally from Germany, Hellmann opened his first London flagship earlier this year and is described by some as “Germany’s Tom Ford”. When? Boutique open now Where? 54 St James’s Street, London SW1A 1JT How? For more information, see www.patrick-hellmann.com Ten tips on style for men from Patrick Hellmann
Ten of the best dresses with abstract prints
ByA.F.Abstract art? No, we don’t really get it either. But what we do know is that abstract prints look pretty awesome as patterns on dresses. Don’t believe us? We’ve picked out ten of our favourite dresses, decked out in abstract print, from this season’s selection. All we’re going to say is – wow. Garland printed crepe de chine dress from Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Priced at £225. Available from The Outnet Dastona pop art print shift dress from Hugo Boss Priced at £370. Available from House of Fraser Painted patchwork cotton shirt dress from Paul Smith Priced at £209. Available from Paul Smith Findon dress from Roland Mouret Priced at £1,395….
Accessories pick: Bloomsbury grab bag from Radley
Who? Radley What? We love how handy this Bloomsbury grab bag from Radley is. New to the range and available in five different colours, it has retractable handles which helps to transform this bag from a handbag into a clutch and vice versa. What’s even better is that Radley have just launched their new personalisation service. It’s perfect for a Christmas gift or to treat yourself. Priced at £119. When? Available now Where? Available online from Radley How? Buy now from Radley
The Legend of the Chinese Zodiac
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
Accessories pick: Crystaldust choker from Swarovski
ByA.F.What? Crystaldust choker in blue. Also available in grey, black and gold. Priced at £49. Where? Available online from Swarovski
Ten of the best two-tone dresses
ByA.F.If one colour is good then two must be better right? Well, that’s certainly the case if the two colours complement or contrast. In the world of fashion, complementing and contrasting colours are often used to accentuate a shape or highlight a pattern. Together, they can certainly achieve more than just one colour. And when it works, it really works. Here, we showcase ten of our favourite dresses in just two colours. Crepe and cotton blend dress from Roland Mouret Priced at £675. Available from The Outnet Contrast draped, panel cut-out jersey dress from Lucas Nascimento Priced at £995. Available from matchesfashion.com Sleeveless abstract shift dress from Adrianna Papell Priced…
