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Chanel “Paris-Moscou” 2008/9

May 31st, 2009

Personally i think they’re AMAZING! i love the alligator one the most.

Chanel “Paris-Moscou 2008/2009″ Outstanding pieces

Enamel minaudiere adorned with inlaid glasstones and pearls. golden “guilloché” chain with a matriochka doll charm
A47413 Y06115 C2486

Tumbled quilted lambskin minaudière adorned with hand-set pearls and strass jewels. golden “guilloché” chain costructed piece by piece
A47526 Y06118 C0286
Satin flap clutch with pleated lace and Lemarié hand-made feathers, adorned with hand-set strass and glass stone brooch
A47393 Y06095 94305

Classic mat alligator bag with flap scales diagonaly positioned. chain and turn lock mademoiselle in aged ruthenium
A47222 Y04560 94305

Chanel “Paris-Moscou 2008/2009″
A47359 Y06106 C2104

Classical felt and boiled wool flap bag adorned with jewel symbols of Russian history

Felt and boiled wool clutch adorned with jewel symbols of Russian history
A47369 Y06104 C2104

Classical gold metalized buffalo bag with flap and cutted arabesque designs
A47358 Y06842 C4118

Matriochka (Russian doll) enamel bracelet bag
A47525 Y06113 C0286

Classical lambskin bag with flap stitched with Kremlin’s roof designs CC closure and refined metallic chain
A47048 Y02419 94305

Classical stitched vinyl bag with flap CC turn lock and interlaced chain
A46968 Y06064 10800

Classical calfskin bag with original shaded metalized effect
A47069 Y06075 94305

Orylag muff bag with flap “Guilloché” CC closure
A46982 Y06061 81449

Large soft lambskin tote bag with “pyramid quilted effect” interlaced chain and CC pendant
A46981 Y02419 10800

Pouch in puffy quilted lambskin interlaced chain
A46956 Y06073 94305

Tote bag in quilted aged calfskin. mademoiselle turn lock and chain
A47269 Y03929 94305

Tote bag in quilted aged calfskin. mademoiselle turn lock and chain
A47269 Y03929 94305

Large stitched calfskin hobo bag. large jewelry gold chain
A46990 Y01466 10601

Large drawstring bag in lambskin. pieces of PVC stitched in CC
A46967 Y06059 94305

Large shopping bag in stitched aged metallized calfskin
A47291 Y03929 70943

source : www.chanel.com

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Louis Vuitton Launches Totally Monogram Tote

May 31st, 2009

This news hit the inbox early this morning, today, May 15th, Louis Vuitton introduced the Totally Monogram tote, exclusively available on www.louisvuitton.com until June 1st. This launch is the first time Louis Vuitton has ever debuted a new product on-line, today the US digital media team also joins social media platform Twitter.com. But if you guys remember exactly last year, the French luxury house has invited a selected group of bloggers to a breakfast to join them in a round table discussion about the blogging community and how LV can better communicate with us to deliver their message to the consumers. I gave them props to take a giant step to enter into “my world”, the blogging world. After that they’ve continued to deliver info on new collection releases and invite me to their parties.

The Totally Monogram tote comes in three sizes with suppleness and high capacity. The comfortable shoulder straps and sensible pockets make each size perfect for everyday city use. The GM retail for $1100, MM for $1000 and PM $870.

“Our on-line business has grown rapidly since we launched the e-commerce portion of our site in November 2007. We are delighted to be able to offer louisvuitton.com clients the exclusive opportunity to purchase this exciting new product prior to its debut in our retail stores. With this new presence on Twitter, we hope to provide not only additional customer service to our clientele, but also a unique look at all aspects of Louis Vuitton. This new forum will allow us to communicate the extensive characteristics of the brand to a broader group and offer followers an exceptional experience with Louis Vuitton,” said Daniel Lalonde, President and CEO of Louis Vuitton North America.

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Updates: Louis Vuitton Graffiti & Rose Collection

May 30th, 2009

WWD confirms the comeback of the Stephen Sprouse’s Graffiti Collection along with another Sprouse creation, the Rose as Marc Jacobs and Louis Vuitton pays homage to Sprouse who passed away last 2004.The Graffiti collection was first introduced in 2001 and was sold like hotcakes, many have missed out on it and now that they’re back, it’s worth rejoicing. In this new collection, Marc “Jacobs took two iconic Sprouse motifs — the graffiti and the rose — and interpreted them in Day-Glo shades of pink, green and orange over the Monogram print. The motifs are featured on Vuitton’s Keepall, Speedy and Neverfull bag styles, as well as basketball sneaker boots, pumps, sunglasses, headbands and wristbands, and small leather goods like wallets and coin purses. The rtw includes a mackintosh raincoat with a graffiti and monogram lining, graffiti leggings and a long-sleeve neon minidress featuring the rose design.” Marc Jacobs states that the collection will not be called reissues as he had done things that are similar or new which differs the “new collection” from Stephen’s Graffiti from 2001.

“I tried to take what Stephen had done at Vuitton and then kind of flip it in my head, and make it Vuitton’s work for Stephen, not Stephen’s work for Vuitton,” Jacobs said. “I just felt it was a funny way to play with it, to pretend to be Sprouse for a bit, and use the work that he did, and then bring it back to the work that he did before I collaborated with him.” - Marc Jacobs

Left: Rose Long-sleeve Minidress, Bracelet, Pumps. Right: Graffiti Headband, Sunglasses, Mackintosh Raincoat, Speedy, Leggings, Pumps.

Monogram Rose Neverfull, Louis Vuitton

Monogram Graffiti Keepall, Louis Vuitton

Rose Ballerina, Louis Vuitton

Monogram Graffiti Sneaker Boots, Louis Vuitton

Graffiti Sling-back Pump, Louis Vuitton

Rose Pump, Louis Vuitton

Graffiti Bracelet, Louis Vuitton

Graffiti Scarf, Louis Vuitton

Monogram Rose Speedy, Louis Vuitton

Graffiti Bag Charm, Louis Vuitton

The new Graffiti and Rose collection will coincide with the Stephen Sprouse retrospective called “Rock on Mars” at Deitch Projects’ 18 Wooster Street gallery from Jan. 8 to Feb. 28, and “The Stephen Sprouse Book,” by Roger Padilha and Mauricio Padilha, due out from Rizzoli New York on February 1.

“For me, this monogram graffiti was the first milestone of our permanent reinvention of our history. The thing that excited us the most is that somebody who disappeared years ago is going to be the center of life worldwide thanks to that for the next few months, we really want to celebrate a friend.” - Yves Carcelle, CEO Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton’s new Graffiti and Rose Collection will be available in Louis Vuitton stores worldwide on January 9, 2009. Marc Jacobs will also appear in Harper’s Bazaar January 2009 issue shot by Terry Richardson wearing nothing but Grafitti and the bags from the new collection. Be sure to check it out.

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A Rainbow Of Color For Spring Summer 2009 Shoes Trends

May 22nd, 2009

While economic events have been a bit dreary over the past six months or so, it’s nice to see that we won’t have to worry about being stuck with spring shoe options that are either conservative or gloomy.  

So, what am I seeing at online retailers as well as in every brick-and-mortar store with a shoe section?

Color.

What kind of color? From Payless to Macy’s to Saks, just about every primary, prism-based color is on tempting display.

So, if you like bold colors, then this is the season for you. Here are some (mostly) high-end highlights.

Red:

Christian Louboutin ‘Madame Claude’ D’orsay Pumps

Valentino ‘Mena’ Day Wear Pumps

BCBGMaxazria Patent and Rafia Sandals

Yellow:

Christian Louboutin Platform pumps

Brian Atwood ‘Riva’ patent sandals

Blue:

Christian Louboutin ‘New Simple’ pumps

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Christian Louboutin Pumps

May 22nd, 2009

New Tiffany & Co. Shop Opened in Hong Kong

May 21st, 2009

And one in Macau.

Tiffany & Co. are opening 2 new shops - 1 in Hong Kong at Elements Kowloon and one at The Venetian in Macau.

In August 2007, the jeweler will open an approximately 2,500-square-foot store in The Grand Canal Shoppes in the new Venetian Macao-Resort-Hotel. Inspired by the architecture and history of Venice, the hotel redefines ‘full service,’ with all-encompassing spa, superb restaurants and boutiques within an elaborate baroque setting.

In October, an approximately 2,500-square-foot duplex store, one of the 5 stores with double story, will open in Elements, an urban oasis within Union Square at Kowloon Station. Union Square is the world’s largest development comprising retail, an international business center, luxury apartments and hotels. With the world’s third tallest building, the 118-story International Commerce Centre, the development forms a stunning Victoria Harbour gateway to Hong Kong.

The Venetian is the next huge Vegas-size hotel that is opening in Macau with 1 million square feet of retail space that is opening next month, Elements is the new shopping vista in Kowloon side opening in October catering to “cash-rich-time-poor” execs - so keep an eye open here for more info.

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Louis Vuitton Fall/Winter 2009-2010 Bag Names And Prices

May 11th, 2009

Its been just more than a month since Louis Vuitton presented it’s Fall/Winter 2009-2010 Collection at Paris but we already have information on what bags will be released. Do take note that items in this list is unofficial, tentative and incomplete. Be sure to bookmark this page as I will be adding more information as soon as they are given out.

Monogram LV Studs

Bags from this line are crafted from Mongoram embossed leather, with bag-in-a-bag feature, and chain. The bag inside the bag can be removed and can be carried as a clutch.
Estimated Release Date: September 2009

Monogram LV Studs Alma
Estimated Price: $4580
Tentative Colors: Black

Monogram LV Studs Noé
Estimated Price: $4050
Tentative Colors: Blue, Fuchsia
Monogram Pailletes
French for glitter, Monogram Pailletes bags features sequins sewn onto the canvas which forms the LV Monogram and flowers. The final bags will neither have a bag-in-a-bag nor a chain which is present in the photos below.
Estimated Release: August 2009

Monogram Pailletes Speedy 28
Estimated Price: $2290
Tentative Colors: Gold
Monogram Pailletes Alma
Estimated Price: $2590
Tentative Colors: Ombré, Black
Monogram Pailletes Pochette Accessoires
Estimated Price: $1450
Tentative Colors: Gold, Black

Monogram Deerskin
The bags are made from Monogram embossed Deerskin.
Estimated Release: August 2009

Monogram Deerskin Clutch
Estimated Price: $2580
Tentative Colors: Red, Black

Monogram Deerskin Shoulder Bag
Estimated Price: $3770
Tentative Colors: Red, Black

Monogram Biseta Extra
The Les Extraordinaires for Fall/Winter 2009, the bags from this line are crafted from Monogrammed Python skin and other exotic meatherials that are collaged to form the intricate design. Its straps are made from linked pearls and are reminiscent of a bike’s chain.
Estimated Release: September 2009

Monogram Biseta Extra Clutch
Estimated Price: $12,900

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New Colors In Monogram Insolite Wallet

May 11th, 2009

For Spring/Summer 2009, the Monogram Insolite Wallet now comes in Rubis, Rose Pop, and Ivory colored leather linings as the original Red, Green, and Violette are already discontinued.

Rubis is a bit darker than the original Red while Rose Pop is quite dark pink bordering fuchsia. Red is becoming Vuitton’s “it color” for this season so expect more red releases in the coming weeks. The wallets still costs $565, exclusively available at Louis Vuitton stores.

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Louis Vuitton Graffiti Sneaker Boot

May 8th, 2009

As a tribute to New York artist Stephen Sprouse, who collaborated with Marc Jacobs on Louis Vuitton’s Spring/Summer 2001 show, this dope Graffiti Sneaker Boot in Monogram Canvas and Leather Patchwork inspired by the 1980s streetwear is hot, really really hot!

This sneaker is made from a patchwork of leather and Monogram Graffiti canvas that reads graffiti LOUIS VUITTON PARIS on its exposed areas. It also features velcro straps in metallic calf leather that acts as the shoe’s fastening, a black Louis Vuitton rubber label at the tongue, a removable anatomic insock, and a glowing green rubber sole embossed with the Louis Vuitton signature in Graffiti. I could imagine Louis Vuitton Don Kanye West wearing a pair of these, I bet it looks killah!

Graffiti Sneaker Boot comes in three colors: Fuchsia, Green, and Orange. Available at Louis Vuitton for $980

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New In Louis Vuitton Damier Graphite Luggage Collection

May 8th, 2009

On May 1, 2009, Louis Vuitton has expanded the successful Damier Graphite Luggage Collection which made its debut back in Fall/Winter 2008. The new pieces broadens the range making the Damier Graphite truly a classic yet contemporary and sleek collection. These pieces were released in May 1 and are exclusively available at Louis Vuitton stores worldwide.

Damier Graphite Keepall 45 with Strap, $1220. The first Graphite Keepall was released in size 55 but now it comes in size 45 (17.7″ x 10.6″ x 7.9″) which makes the bag more versatile, it could be used as a carryall luggage, a sports bag or even an everyday bag. Damier Graphite 45 with Strap features rounded leather handles and an adjustable, removable shoulder strap with pad for extra comfort.

Damier Graphite Garment Cover, $1280. This Garment cover, in masculine Damier Graphite canvas, comes complete with a metallic hanger for doors or wall. The cover measures 24.8″ x 49.1″ which easily accommodates dress shirts, pants, or even a whole suit.

Damier Graphite Steamer Bag, $3550. Reminiscent of steam boat travel, the Steamer bag has a contemporary feel in Damier Graphite canvas. The single rounded handle is designed to hang on a cabin door. Measures 7.9″ x 20.4″ x 17.7″. The Steamer Bag is now slowly introduced into the Mens collection as the Men’s Fall/Winter 2009-2010 Show featured few Steamer Bags in different materials which is expected to be released this coming Fall 2009.

Damier Graphite Pilot Case, $2470. This practical, three level, cabin size Pilot Case in Damier Graphite canvas makes a great addition to the Luggage Collection. It features a telescopic handle with lock-it button and a smart removable leather ID tag. This bag sure is perfect for the businessmen on the go. Measures 20.4″ x 14.9″ x 7.1″.

Damier Graphite Toilet Pouch, $550. Tired of using a Monogram toiletries case? Then make sure to have the Toilet Pouch in Damier Graphite. This masculine case features a practical elastic attachments inside which will keep bottles vertical. It has a wide opening zipper closure and an inside zipped pocket. Measures 10.2″ x 5.5″ x 4.7″.

Watcha think?

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