Coutorture

Shopping: Brilliant Sequins

coutorture — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:43:10 -0700

Clockwise from left: Sonia Rykiel sequin blazer $1515 Net-a-Porter, Phi sequin cycling dress $2895 Net-a-Porter, Marc Jacbos zebra-stripe dress $2800 Net-a-Porter, 3.1 Phillip LIm sequin tee shirt $525 Net-at-Porter, sequin scarf $60 Topshop, Fendi fake fur sequin shoulder bag $1639 MyTheresa, Givenchy sequin tunic $995 Kirna Zabete, Valentino open toe shoe $795 Footcandy.

It's time to shine in fall's glamorous sequined separates. Metallic tuxedo jackets, tunics and tee shirts look effortlessly chic when thrown over a favorite pair of jeans or leggings. Brilliant accessories like the Topshop scarf and Fendi chain strap handbag are great alternatives to head-to-toe sparkle.

Paris Fashion Week: Sonia Rykiel Spring 2010

coutorture — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 15:01:17 -0700

Paris 10/04/09. Getty Images

Shopping: Sexy Serpents

coutorture — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 11:00:11 -0700

From left: Thomas Wylde Jacket $2,160 @ Net-A-Porter, Knitted Snake Jumper $100 @ Topshop, Sonia Rykiel Serpent Embellished Sweater Dress $1225 @ Net-A-Porter

Any Eve can appreciate that adding a subtle snake motif to an outfit can add a punch of pizzazz. Take the Thomas Wylde jacket, for instance; it's both pretty and under the radar. But, if you're looking for something a little more overt, try the Topshop or Sonia Rykiel options - both of which are sizzling.

Shopping: Perfect Peter Pans

dannysf — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 12:20:23 -0700

From left: Red Valentino Lace Trimmed Dress $790 @ Net-A-Porter, Erin Fetherston Cap Sleeve Dress $995 @ Shopbop, Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Sequin Dress $580 @ Net-A-Porter

You don't have to be the boy who never grows up to enjoy this trend; in fact, this style is for girls of all ages. While the collar keeps you covered, the addition of a cap sleeve, a sheer neckline, or some sultry sequins adds a hint of sexiness. Try the trend in black with these pieces.

Sonia Rykiel Resort 2010

coutorture — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 10:07:37 -0700

Before the couture shows begin on Monday we just can't help but pour over a few final Resort 2010 collections. Sonia Rykiel, designed by Sonia and her daughter, Nathalie, revealed a Resort 2010 collection featuring the fashion house's most iconic looks. Boyfriend blazers, slouchy lux trousers and quirky knitwear came together in such a way that every look was at once no-fuss and purposefully seductive. Our favorites, below.

Fashion In 50 Seconds 04/28/09 Forever 21 Expands & More

coutorture — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 06:59:48 -0700

Fast fashion mega-store Forever 21 will open its first Japan flagship in Tokyo tomorrow.

For their second wedding ceremony in Venice this weekend, Salma Hayek wore Balenciaga.

David Beckham will design a range for Adidas Originals by Originals alongside Jeremy Scott.

Gabrielle Greiss has left her position as creative director of Sonia Rykiel after less than 18 months.

Paris Fashion Week: Sonia Rykiel Fall 2009

coutorture — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 06:00:46 -0700

Paris 03/09/09. Photos by Pierre Verdy/AFP/Getty Images.

Coutorture Community Must Reads 02/12/09

coutorture — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:14:40 -0800

Bunnyshop found a curiously poised mannequin in American Apparel proving that some things are truly recession-proof.

Kingdom Of Style reported on Pollini's Spring 2009 collection, made colorful by creative director Jonathan Saunders.

The Budget Fashionista scoped out and sized up Sonia Rykiel's diffusion line for Asos.

Kitten Lounge offered lingerie options a-plenty thanks to a specialty e-commerce site called Hip Undies.

Coutorture Community Must Reads 01/22/09

coutorture — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 13:50:45 -0800

The Glowing Doll gives some love to Sonia Rykiel for her undying optimism and colorful runway shows.

The Fashion-y Blog is asked about Michelle Obama in a college interview, and gives the best answer she can think of at the time.

Fashion Copius reports on the Spring 09 D&G underwear campaign with model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley.

Fashion Vice muses on jumpsuits past and present--a topic we will never tire of.

Spring 2009: Lingerie Meets Ready-To-Wear

coutorture — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 07:16:34 -0800

Lingerie as seen in the Spring Summer 2009 ready-to-wear shows.