Vintage on the Runway – Anne Bowen
The ever classic style of the black evening dress can be found with many variations, depending on the designer. The vintage sketch of this dress had some very similar styles by Anne Bowen. Both...
View ArticleVintage on the Runway – Diane von Furstenberg
On the Fall 12/13 Runway, this Diane von Furstenberg wrap looked very classy to me. I thought I had seen it before, and I remembered this sketch from our “Vintage” collection from the Cardinal Fashion...
View ArticleIn Demand : Peacock Blue
Somewhere between cobalt blue and emerald green emerges the beautiful, extraordinary hue of peacock blue. This deep greenish blue shade is so saturated and intense, that it immediately adds drama and a...
View ArticleIn Demand : Rusty Orange
Rusty orange is warm and cozy and also very fashionable. As the winter months are approaching, this rich, lively color can spice up any color palette. Carrying just the right dose of red, rusty orange...
View ArticleIn Demand : Aged Cabernet
There are some colors that I guess you can call classical. And was I surprised to see Aged Cabernet ( reference from Fashion Snoops color recap) on the Fall / Winter Runways? …Not really. This color...
View ArticleDesigner Interview: Leigh Schubert Part 2
Last week we posted the first half of the interview with one of South Africa’s top fashion designers, Leigh Schubert. Designing and running her own label since 2002 she provides insight on some of...
View ArticleIn Demand: Ivory
How hard it is to find the perfect ivory color? You will be surprised but this could be a challenging task. Ivory is described as off-white with a subtle yellow tint. When selecting the right ivory for...
View ArticleIn Demand: Lilac
As the new season is approaching the designers’ color palettes are turning lighter and softer; jewel shades are out, pastel tones are in. Periwinkle and mint green, buttery yellow and sorbet pink, aqua...
View ArticleNC State Fashion Week 2013 : ” Creative Fusion of Extremes” Fashion Runway
I attended NC State Fashion Week in Raleigh again this year, as I found it to be very inspirational and informative on new topics regarding innovation, design and technology. The highlight of the...
View ArticleIn Demand: Citrus Colors
When building a color palette for the spring / summer season, adding a splash of bright citrus colors is always a good idea. Sunny lemon, zesty lime, sweet tangerine; these colors carry a pleasant...
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