The September Issue

Vogue's September issue is by far the most anticipated monthly fashion publication to be produced throughout the year. After a summer of waiting, this year’s September issue has finally been released; the cover graced by the one and only Kate Moss. The cover, as well as the photos of her within, are taken by Mario Testino, while the interview is written by editor-at-large Hamish Bowles. From what I've heard, the interview includes a complete description of the model's recent and much publicized wedding to rocker Jamie Hince this past spring. Mr. Bowles talks to Kate about the ceremony, her guests, and of course The Dress- an haute couture John Galliano gown that the designer created himself. 

I haven’t yet had the chance to pick up a copy of this year’s September issue for myself, as I live in Hong Kong and release dates for publications here are slight later than they are in the US. However I can’t wait to buy a copy of this 758-page volume later this week! 

This plum Alexander McQueen gown Kate is wearing is absolutely whimsical, and the way her hair is swept over her shoulder seems to make the look perfect. Her makeup is subtle, which to me, adds to the look- a more made-up face would take away from the elegant gown. This cover reminds me of the film The Princess Bride-romanticism and royalty coinciding perfectly.   

Ironically, the first fashion magazine I ever picked up was the 2007 Vogue September issue, which I gawked at while waiting for my mother in the checkout line of a local Stop&Shop when I was thirteen. I can still remember staring into Sienna Miller’s porcelain blue eyes, her hair pulled back into a tight bun, and her lips a most favorable rouge. That day I held the 840 page fashion bible in my hands while I wore a bulky brown sweater and Birkenstock shoes. When I got home I devoured the issue, and forty-eight Vogue issues later, today, I am a fashion junkie and style enthusiast. I have countless massive binders on my shelves of clippings that I’ve collected for the past four years,  and after securing an internship in the industry last summer, I now know I want a career in fashion.

All because of the Vogue September issue. I hope you enjoy this month's edition as much as I will!

   

The Oscars 2011: Pt. 1

While all the red carpet pictures have not yet been posted on various sites, so far this year one Oscar dress has shined above all: Cate Blanchett's lilac Givenchy number. This dress certainly did not make the biggest statement but it was by far the most unique, and I always love individuality on a red carpet filled with princess ball gowns and sequins. Anne Hathaway's Valentino gown was spectacular, but I couldn't help being slightly disappointed by her choice after her stunning Golden Globes dress. However her date for the night was unrivaled by all, for Mr. Valentino himself escorted Anne down the red carpet. 

Michelle Williams looked beautiful in a long white Chanel Haute Couture gown and so did Mila Kunis, who wore Elie Saab Haute Couture in lilac (note my prediction was correct!). 

Which has been your favorite look so far? 

More to come soon! 

Haute Allure

DIOR: All In The Details
At Dior Haute Couture last week, the scene of the show was opulent, lavish and undeniably exciting. Galliano's 40's-inspired designs were beautifully constructed with detail that would make any feather, tulle and flower-loving girl swoon. John Galliano's ability to make even the most complex detailing look trivial is probably one of his most desirable talents as a designer. Perhaps the most surprising aspect of the show to me was the large variety of moods and styles portrayed throughout. While the very first looks were fierce- dark red, black, sharp lines- by the end of the show, the looks became sweet, elegant, and almost fairytale-like. The color palette became lighter and the detailing became softer. This drastic change in theme caught me slightly off guard, however Galliano made it work beautifully. In regards to modern day Dior, always expect the least expected!

ELIE SAAB: Romance & Grace
Simplicity was definitely not the emphasis at the Elie Saab Haute Couture collection last week- in fact like the Dior haute couture show, Elie Saab was all in the details. From the intricate draping and sequins to the lush organza flowers, the features of this collection were elegant and awe-inspiring. While the majority of the color palette was soft and sweet, an array of bold red and black gowns were amid this dreamy collection. As it is awards season after all, I can almost be sure that one of these dresses will end up on the Oscar red carpet- Can't you see Anne Hathaway, Natalie Portman, or Mia Wasikowska in one of these sublime dresses?