This is a teaser of Alexandre Herchcovitch's Fall 2010 collection. I'm still writing my review {sorry} on his collection. Trust me you're going to want to read it. For now here are some backstage images captured after he sent his nomadic women down the runway.
I also liked these pieces from the collection, which I think captured the overall spirit of what she presented.
Fotos via FFW
More fotos I love, with some detailing to show just how intricate they are.
Fotos via FFW.
It's Rio Fashion Week and I'm keeping a close eye on the shows from afar, despite a few invites this season, I often miss the event in person, because it's to close to my trip back for carnaval. Thus far it's been Acquastudio {they've been featured two times before} and one other designer that have consistently tried to raise the bar each season. Below are my picks from their Winter 2010 collection. There are some long dresses in this collection, which could have been edited-out, because the shorter ones showcase their skills better. There are pops of rose and purple {not shown} amongst a sea of black and white. And as always it's in the details with Acquastudio, which is why the amazing craftsmanship on the rose-detailed pieces is pure art.
Fotos via FFW.
More details, like platform heel booties and a closer look at roses and sparkly goodness.
Beijos.
Brasilian Designer Juliana Jabour was last featured in 2008. Since then none of her collections have really captured me. I do however like these neon-hued Lycra/PVC looking tights she sent down the runway for her Winter 2010 collection during Rio Fashion Week. I'm not in love with the entire collection but there are certain elements I dig, like the clashing of prints, the military style jackets with stud detailing {although studs are on their last leg} and her take on the 80's without the sharp shoulders and big hair. I also think the tiny hats turn the collection upside down in a good way. If there were more military style pieces with the hats I would be completely smitten. The suede bags with gold piping and chain details, tiny hats, and tights are the toppers for me.
Fotos via FFW.
Beijinhos.
In honour of me being in Brasil this week I wanted to share a few new shops and designers for the Discover Brasil section. Today it's all about Lool The Non Stop Store, which is currently in São Paulo. I'm itching to visit and I may make a small detour to their shop because it looks like a land of bags, baubles, and shoes! They carry their own brand of cool accessories that have been made exclusively for them by Brasilian designers/brands like Isabela Capeto, Neon, Juliana Jabour, etc. Visit and explore and if you're ever in SP do stop by and indulge!
All posts have been pre-drafted for this week, enjoy!
Beijinhos.
Brasilian brand Amapô by design duo Carolina Gold and Pitty Taliani, has to be one of my favourite labels for cool and colourful separates. The São Paulo-based brand is known for their beautiful and bold prints as much as they are for their love of colour. It takes a pretty bold person to rock what they create, but if you're like me and can envision their pieces as separates you will have no problem finding something to fall in love with. The looks below are from their S/S 09 collection, visit to explore more and do expect and update soon!
Beijos.
Brasilian designer Alexandre Herchcovitch presented his Spring 2010 collection last night, which was also the same collection he presented back in June during São Paulo Fashion Week. I was intrigued back in June, but held off sharing an opinion hoping he'd show it here in New York, or at least some of the pieces — I got my wish! The football {not futebol/soccer} inspired collection had plenty of wearable pieces — from the uniformed style dresses, tight and sporty pants paired with multicoloured nylon tops, lace-trimmed dresses, color-blocked rubber dresses, and blouses that mimicked jerseys worn by football players. He closed the show with his infamous caged style dress and skirt which pushed the shape envelope and were a delight to see up close. Herchcovitch presented a show that took NYFW beyond sportswear and into a realm that intertwined art with wearable pieces. Another anticipated show that I thoroughly enjoyed.
All Fotos SheBreathes.com.
Carlos Miele's show was probably one of the most anticipated shows for me, because well he's Brasilian and my love of those from my country runs deep. The show began with models standing at the entrance of the runway giggling while whistles sounded off and beautiful Brasilian music played in the background. With drums thumping to a familiar beat and models doing that magical dance they do, Miele's Spring/Summer 2010 collection came down the runway and it didn't disappoint! There was plenty of floor-length silk chiffon dresses, charmeuse minis, pleated boleros, silk "dreadlocked" details on vests, cropped wool pants, snake print dresses — with the colour palette going from pink and guava to black and nude. Miele also injected loads of black into this collection, which is perfect when you're looking for separates to complete an outfit. Miele remains one of the designer's from Brasil that keeps offering the unexpected while maintaining his roots within each collection.
I couldn't capture the kinds of photos that would highlight the collection, so below is the full video of the show {thanks to an 11 year old and her mum!}, but be sure to visit here to see the full collection.
All fotos SheBreathes.com.
A reader from São Paulo {oi, tudo bem Paulista?} sent me a wonderfully passionate email inquiring why I haven't updated the Discover Brasil section of the site and why I don't have the "darlings" of SPFW in the series. Sadly, I have been slacking but the truth is even designers I adore and have shared on here don't tickle my fashion fancy each season and this includes the "stars" of Brasil. But there are always a few designers I haven't shared like uMa, a Brasilian label by Raquel Davidowicz that's been on my radar for some time. The Summer/Verão 2010 collection is filled to the brim with beautiful effortless pieces. From the materials used to the shapes, this collection is the essence of the understated crowd in Brasil. The one that prefers contemporary casuals to the overtly sexy. There are no splashes of bold colours or big statements just simple and chic. uMa proves that Brasilian designer's aren't predictable and can create beyond what's expected. Visit and explore more from uMa.
Fotos Officina de Estilo.
More Brasilian goodies coming in the form of revisits and new shares. I will also be adding new Brasilian focused features in September, from my trip back home + of course Brasil Day. You can always check Love + Dreams for Brasilian inspiration for your home. And don't forget to enter the Yoox Giveaway!
Beijos.
There is something romantically beautiful about former Lanvin apprentice, Brasilian-born designer Bruno Grizzo's A/W 09 collection. From the soft shapes and floaty dresses, to the intricate details and fabric choices. Everything about this collection screams I am a woman. Take the one-shoulder champagne coloured dress with it's soft pleats and gathered one-shoulder details - it's sultry sophisticate. While there are pieces that shimmer and cling nothing is overdone and nothing is quite safe, but each piece individually speaks to the cohesiveness of this collection. Despite the model remaining the same in the images below by David Schulze, there is a different woman in each look, just look closely and imagine which one you are.
Fotos {c} David Schulze.
Beijinhos.
Recently one of you lovely readers asked me who were my two favourite models of the moment, and if I wouldn't mind sharing them on the blog. Well, dear awesome reader who always sends me lovely e-mails {smile} here they are; Gracie Carvalho of Way and Ana Bela Santos of Marilyn! Both are Brasilian, both look like they could be a part of my family, and of course someday I'd love to work with them on a campaign. These two ladies have been inspiring me ever since they hit the runways and the pages of magazines. So let me throw it out there {heehee}, I believe wholeheartedly that my dream of working with both will come true. Watch this space + this one, because both are coming very soon. And you never know who may end-up on one or both. Remember Beautiful is Beautiful, and I believe both have a very long career ahead of them.
So many goodies, so much I want to spill, in due time my friends, in due time.
Gracie:
Ana Bela:
Beijos e amor.
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