. Now here is a shoe and a trend for everyone! Huaraches have not been seen for years, but with last season’s trend to all things ‘gladiator’ it makes sense that these intricately woven shoes make a major return. As you will note from our shots – more traditional huaraches – in flat styling – [...]

. I spotted a photograph of Mary Kate Olsen sporting ‘John Lennon’ wire rimmed sunglasses the other day – and it took me right back to 1985. I mentioned the picture to a young friend of mine – who is a sunglass designer – and she told me that ‘John Lennon’s’ are a ‘not for [...]

. ‘Investment Dressing’ becomes the new buzz word when talking fashion trends. Interesting to note – an emphasis on tailored items – that will surely lead to the revitalization of a more dressed up look and an emphasis on quality. Not since the 90′s have we seen tailored items – and suits – being so [...]

Fashionistas picked up on leather leggings the minute they hit the fashion floor – at Barney’s – back in Fall 2007, then sales increased as more hit the floor in 2008. I have a strong feeling that leather leggings are looking set to explode for 2009! Bloomingdale’s, in an effort to get a jump start [...]

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. With ‘shades of gray’ being the newest neutral family we see a reinvention of the humble chino. The newest neutral is gray and looks fabulous in not just chinos but also cargo pocket pants and shorts. Grays work in a range of subtle hues – from pale and icy to charcoal. Gray toned plaids [...]

Directions – Women’s Fall/Winter 2010/11 is now available, here are a few sample pages (click on a thumbnail for a larger view), if you would like to order the full package please contact Paul Pelssers.

. Now expanded to 1,600 stores, Matthew Williamson’s new delivery has been bought in enough volume to ensure a longer run. The intention of this Collection is not to immediately sell out but to be present through the season – ensuring access for so many more people. Inspired by exotic locales – like Mexico, Cuba [...]

. In a season where color truly shines, it’s the unexpected hues that we believe will impact future seasons. This Spring/Summer 2009 season has seen yellow explode all over the fashion floor, orange emerge as a strong contender – and every shade of pink – make a strong return. A ‘cool’ range of aquatic blues [...]

. J.Crew premiered their new concept ‘Men-Only’ store at 484 Broadway – in Soho – today (right next door to Topshop!). This approx. 3500 sq. ft. store is a curated mix of the very best on offer from J.Crew plus a select assortment of ‘third party’ brands – like Thomas Mason shirts, Alden shoes, Superior [...]