I know there hasn't been any updates on this site for a few months and it's because I'm finally readying for a relaunch. A total rebranding of my baby. For those of you who've emailed, tweeted, texted, or even mailed letters of support to our office. I appreciate all of you. The entire SheBreathes Team appreciates you. We aren't going anywhere and the relaunch is happening soon. In the meantime some goodies are coming to welcome our new look and to welcome you back.
Truly,
DS De Carvalho
Italian accessories designer, Martin Garsselli's line, Coliac,was discovered a few months back in London. Coliac features an alluring mix of gold cuffs in geometric shapes, soft-leather fringed-topped wallets, leather belts adorned with animal motifs, bold chunky necklaces, and butter-soft leather gloves — all of which I want to own. The quirky-cool vintage-like energy each piece excudes, is what makes them so special.
Explore the pieces above and below from the "Africans SS12" collection and be sure to visit Coliac to discover the entire collection and where to buy.
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London-based designer, Holly Fulton's S/S '12 collection is probably one of my favourite collections of the season. It's filled with art-deco inspired looks and a bevy of prints mixed with wild patterns and textures that make great separates. From the fun accessories in punchy colours, bikinis in funky patterns, to Holly's signature patterns paired with zebra prints — this is over-the-top goodness that you can get miles from. It's all about mixing and matching the separates to make looks wholly your own. It's a tongue-and-cheek collection that doesn't take fashion to seriously, but that doesn't mean that every piece isn't perfectly made, because it is. I know because I own 3 pieces from this collection, and trust me when I tell you there is never a shortage of questions about who made them.
The SS '12 collection is currently on sale, so visit, click around, and order-up something that you won't regret.
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Cleo B knows how to keep it fresh. Whether it's the colour palette of watermelon, turquoise, orange, purple, coral, or gold cassette shoe clips. She always brings an element of cool and the S/S '12 collection is no different. It's Like That, named after RUN DMC's classic debut single, brought back the 80s in a big way with shoes like the custom-made Sucker M.C.'s — the cassette heel in glimmering gold. But, Cleo didn't stop there with the 80's hip-hop influence. She gave the shoes names like: Sugarhill, Tricky, and Homeboy, and who doesn't love a collection that can step back while keeping it modern and unique? Add the cheeky metallic snakeskin BOOM sandals and the Orange Crush espadrille wedge with mottled silk, which was hand-painted by Cleo, and you have a collection we can't get enough of.
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Be sure to visit Cleo B to explore and shop the entire collection.
Swedish designer, Ann-Karina Karlsson classically shaped sunglasses that come in fresh hues, subtly tweaked shapes, and topped in fanciful leopards and clusters of roses, have me hooked. I can't get enough of how cheeky yet sophisticated each style is. And, while cats aren't my favourite animals in the world, I'd rock the cat-eye shaped ones by her. Karina-Karlsson is offering a fun way to block the sun while upping the style quotient.
So, ladies start your warm-weather shopping off right by visiting her space and exploring her creations.
Fotos Courtesy of Anna-Karin Karlsson | Photographer Jasper and Mathias.
Rachel Roy's S/S 2012 collection received loads of praise in the SheBreathes offices. Why, you may ask? Because, it's the type of collection that brings beauty and wearability, while keeping it sexy. From the draped jackets, cuffed trousers, jacquard knit pieces, to the black and white printed beauties — all with an Asian influence — colonial Vietnam circa the twenties to be exact. There is so much to love in this collection that I don't have a favourite, because I want everything!
Ms. Roy topped off the collection with a bevy of beautiful accessories. Many of which are on trend and several notches above what many others are offering for Spring. From the nude leather chunky heels that give a raw hide appearance, thick belts that mold to the waist, sculpted nude leather clutches, and leather cuffs with saddle stitch details, trimmed in neon green and yellow — you'll want to rock everything.
Above and below are several pieces from the collection. Be sure to click over to Ms. Roy's space and stock-up on these lovely spring offerings, and stay tuned for her Fall collection!
I love looking closer at the details of the pieces and her delicious accessories.
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There is a level of intricacy that goes with Jeremy Laing designs that can be missed if you're not paying attention. He knows how to drape a woman's body like no other. Laing's sensuous clothes gather, drop, open, and glide in the most unexpected ways, thus allowing the wearer to become one with the fabric. You have to pay attention to the multitude of shapes each piece can take on. One minute it hangs ever so slightly and exposes a thigh, and the very next moment it flutters behind in the wind. Add mud-dyed silks, hammered satins, and a neutral colour palette; with pops of olives, reds, burnt oranges, pretty prints that add a textural effect — which was born from a collaboration with Toronto-based artist, Niall McCleeland, and you have a beautifully crafted collection that bolsters the ease of each piece into an edgy balance that few can master.
It's this continous journey which keeps me firmly behind Laing. He never falters where his design aesthetic is concerned. When you see a Laing piece you know it. And, with each collection he pushes forward in the most understated and consistent ways. Laing's S/S '12 collection is a perfect example of a designer who continues to give his customers exactly what they need.
Fotos © SheBreathes | In-house Photographer Franklin Thompson.
London-based, Zimbabwean shoe designer, Liam Fahy's take on the classically shaped shoe has me coveting his S/S '12 collection. It's filled with a style for every occasion. From the ribbon-tie-up satin pumps in dusty rose and violet, creme suede mirrored heels, suede burgundy booties, to the strappy deep brown Mary Janes — I can't get enough.
I can only imagine slipping your feet into one of his beauties would be like experiencing a bit of heaven, because Fahy offers-up a perfect balance between sexy and practical. Above and below is a glimpse into what you can expect in stores in a few short months! Do visit to explore all his collections.
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It's Friday and I couldn't think of a better collection to leave you with, than that of emerging London-based shoe designer, Victoria Spruce. Lately, Ms. Spruce has has been on the lips of plenty in the fashion world. So, when I was invited to see the LFW Graduate Collections up close. I couldn't resist seeing hers.
While, some are screaming that platforms are out, that towering shoes with architectural leanings are "monstrous". This doesn't seem to faze Ms. Spruce and her design process — she believes that the upper and heel should be one — (designer quote to NJAL). And, while I've been a critic of said designs. I've never been a critic of innovation. I know it's hard to come-up with new shoe designs — especially those that don't borrow heavily from Muicca Prada or Pierre Hardy . It's one of the last places in fashion that sees any real progression. But, Ms. Spruce offers her take on what the future of footwear can be.
The Royal College of Art MA graduate's slickly designed shoes — with their smooth surface and sculptural shapes are fantastical and should be celebrated. They look like nothing out there and that is no small feat.
I will be keeping a close eye on Ms. Spruce, because her vision of what we should be rocking is something I can get behind. Above and below is a glimpse of what was on display, do visit her space to see the same styles unencumbered.
The designer, Victoria Spruce, in front of her graduate collection.
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We're back and we come baring goodies!
One of our favourite jewelry collections during London Fashion Week was from London-based jewelry designer, Fiona Paxton. Her aztec inspired and royal gold pretties for your arms, neck, fingers, and ears, had us wanting to scream her name around the showroom tents. From the geometric shapes on the gold pieces, to the over abundance of beads topped off with gold chains, and the leather studded cuffs — we just couldn't get enough of her creations. Everything in this collection is eye-catching and sure to have tongues wagging.
Some of our favourites are the cascading beaded necklaces, the chain and beaded earrings, and the gold rings fit for an aztec queen. Above and below is a glimpse into what we fell in love with. Click to enlarge and do tell us if you're diggin' Ms. Paxton's designs.
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Jeremy Laing S/S '12 runwway show © SheBreathes.com
Oi, darlings!
I know there haven't been any updates on here for a few weeks, and this was done on purpose. I wanted to have the new site design up before anymore updates, but what I will do over the weekend (mainly Sunday) is start to upload some of our favourite shows from New York and London. So, no, we're not shutting down. I just really need to get us off this platform and onto a new one, so this place can really breathe (smile).
I'm currently in Milan and then off to Paris, and back to New York — woosah. We have many, many, amazing collections to share with you, so stay tuned! Thank you for your patience, and I hope you enjoy a glimpse of the Jeremy Laing's S/S '12 show during New York Fashion Week!
More site announcements and expansions to come, but still the same 'ole me and team!
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