How to be stylish in the rain: Burberry April Showers Collection

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Which are your favourite pieces from the Burberry April Showers Collection?

Sad News: Christophe Decarnin leaves Balmain

Christophe Decarnin is leaving Balmain after spending five years as creative director. A successor has not yet been appointed.

"Since 1945, the house of Pierre Balmain has been one of the leading French and international luxury brands," Balmain ceo Alain Hivelin said today. "Christophe Decarnin's work with the house's design team contributed to the success that the brand has enjoyed in recent years."

Following Decarnin's absence at the autumn/winter 2011-12 Balmain show in March, we spoke to a label insider who rubbished rumours the designer was leaving. According to a spokesperson for the brand, Decarnin was signed off under doctor's orders.

Decarnin joined the French fashion house in 2005 as a designer before being made the creative director in November 2007. He is largely credited for introducing the rock and military-inspired look - characterised for the past few seasons by slim silhouettes in leather and sequins - that the label is currently known for.

While any of the rumour mill's suggested Dior successors, from Riccardo Tisci to Alber Elbaz to Stefano Pilati (read the ful story here), would be suitable candidates for the Balmain job - so far industry insiders suggest the fashion house will appoint an internal employee as its new creative director.

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So sad to see the man who gave us five years of rocking, elegant & empowering fashion leave :((( .

Get well soon Christophe and PLEASE return to fashion-design to dress us in more rocking looks!

What are your parting words to Christophe Decarnin?

Celebrity Style: Eva Longoria

Eva Longoria looking gorgeous and flawless in New York on April 4th, wearing blue satin platform peep toes by Salvatore Ferragamo.



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The new, short Belstaff Trenchcoats

Priory Lady Jacket


New Hemley Jacket


Blandford Jacket


New Gadjhon Jacket


Skylark II Uniform Jacket


Roadmaster Jacket


Napier Jacket
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Which one is your favourite?

Vivienne Westwood Store Opening Los Angeles

March 30th 2011 – Vivienne Westwood launches its arrival in the United States with an exclusive party held at the newly opened Melrose Avenue store.



The shop offers Vivienne Westwood’s full range of products under one roof, including Westwood’s Gold Label, Red Label, Anglomania, MAN Collection as well as jewellery and accessories. Spanning three floors, the boutique’s sophisticated décor remains consistent with the aesthetic of Vivienne Westwood’s international locations. Inspired by quintessential Parisian hotels, including Hotel George V and the Ritz, the building is eco-friendly and features architectural elements of wood, brass and European stone.


Vivienne Westwood with husband Andreas Kronthaler

"We are thrilled to finally open our new shop in Los Angeles. We have fond memories of our time there and especially love the influence of Old Hollywood. Vivienne's designs speak to this timeless sentiment; we look forward to opening our doors to our existing clients and introducing the brand to a new customer base," said Andreas Kronthaler, Creative Director of Vivienne Westwood.

"It's going to be very convenient for people who want to look drop-dead glamorous, and LA is full of people who want to dress up," said Vivienne Westwood.



Dita von Teese in Archive Gold label with boyfriend Count Louis-Marie de Castelbajac


Marilyn Manson


Kristen Davies in Vivienne Westwood Gold Label Couture

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