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Showing posts with label Hong Kong. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Hong Kong. Show all posts

Sunday, 16 November 2014

My Picks - Jil Sander Spring 15 RTW

I have just returned from Hong Kong where the luxury market is thriving. I always pop to Lane Crawford in Pacific Place which also houses stores including Céline, Burberry and 3.1 Philip Lim. 

Lane Crawford really buys into each designer collection which makes it a lot more concise compared to its competitors. You get a much better sense of the brand and its message. Jil Sander is housed there and although once again their has been internal changes the brand is still true to its identity.

This spring, silhouettes were simple but striking. The show began with a school uniform vibe. Moving onto woven geometric jacquards, cocoon shirting and knitwear. 





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Sunday, 11 May 2014

HK - Hangzhou - Shanghai


Hey guys, sorry for the lack of posts I've been on a work trip. After leaving Hong Kong I couldn't access my blog, which was frustrating. Here's a brief overview if your ever over that side of the world.

Avid fashion designers (like myself) must visit speciality fashion retailer Lane Crawford in Hong Kong. Fashion Director Sarah Rutson-Pang has revolutionised the brand and the selection of product is refreshing and contemporary. Strongly focusing on key contenders such as Alexander Wang, Stella McCartney and Victoria Beckham but also embracing new designers including Sacai, Prabal Gurung and Ellery, just to name a few.


I then had a short stay in Hangzhou and was lucky enough to be overlooking the West lake. I took an early morning stroll as the mist was clearing. Fishing boats were setting out as people practised tai chi on the docks, I felt very privileged to be apart of this calm. 


 Final stop was Shanghai which I always feel is a home from home as I have visited so many times. My favourite area is the French Concession especially around Julu Road where you will discover an array of small boutiques in between traditional Chinese living quarters. I bought a couple of independent Korean designer pieces in heavy linens which will be perfect for the summer and add a new dimension to my summer wardrobe. 

Our last night took us to hot spot D.O.C Gastronomia Italiana close to Hengshan Road, the vibe felt very up town New York. We finished the night at El Coctel which served up a mean dirty martini.

Now to get over the jet lag before getting stuck in at the studio tomorrow. I hope your all having a great weekend!

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Tuesday, 12 November 2013

Lane Crawford HK


I visited the Lane Crawford department store in Hong Kong yesterday and was struck by their photographic campaign showcasing garments by Balenciaga and Valentino.


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Wednesday, 14 August 2013

One to Watch - Photographer Michael Wolf

Morning peeps, check out the photography by Michael Wolf, 'Life in Cities'. 
The images below are taken in Hong Kong, great reference for colour palettes, print development etc. 
I love their linear quality and variation of subtle tones.




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