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 Vitali Hakko: Father of Turkish Fashion DiesThe leading figure of the Turkish fashion world, the founder of the first global Turkish brand Vakko, Vitali Hakko died at the age of 94.The pioneer of the Turkish fashion world, the founder of the first global Turkish brand Vakko, Vitali Hakko died at the age of 94. Vitali Hakko began working at the age of 14 as an apprentice in Mahmutpasa. Hakko founded Sen Sapka after the hat revolution and later went on to make his mark on the Turkish fashion world with Vakko. Hakko dedicated his life to the Vakko brand label, which is a hallmark of Turkish fashion. Hakko will be buried with three separate funeral ceremonies held today. First, his son Cem Hakko will hold a ceremony at his first plant. After the religious ceremony at Neva Salom synagogue, Hakko will be buried at the first Jewish Cemetery at Ulus. more english... (111) added by Senay GOKCEN |
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 Louis Vuitton Christmas WindowsLouis Vuitton has long been a brand associated with the art world thanks to frequent collaborations and exhibitions in its stores - and this year, ceo Yves Carcelle invited students to conjure up a vision for Vuitton's Christmas windows.Winners Christopher Lawson and Marcos Villalba designed a 3-D wooden map, a construction about to feature in over 1000 stores worldwide. "We thought it was good, for once, to give a chance to students - because we all need young talent," smiles Carcelle. more www.vog... (530) added by Levent OZLER |
 Manolo Blahnik Spring / Summer 2008Trust Manolo Blahnik to come up with influences as diverse as the architecture of Istanbul and Finnish Marimekko patterns and translate them into one of his favorite themes from his s/s 2008 collection."I had just come back from Turkey, where I was exposed to all this wonderful architecture," says Blahnik - who used the curves on windows of the Hagia Sophia as a starting point for the collection. "Then, I was in Bath, and came across some really fantastic Marimekko prints in this little shop. The two just happened to fall perfectly into place - bizarre as that combination may sound." Blahnik has always had a fondness for picking up mundane objects and turning them into key elements of his designs. This season, for example, a teaspoon became the basis of a new sole, a nail - one of many considered by the designer - was transformed into a heel of the most elegant proportions - finished off with a metal disc to make it that much more modern. more Manolo Blahnik Spring / Summer 2008 added by Senay GOKCEN |
 Fashion Forward Canada's New CollectionsFashion Forward Canada announced its extended collection just in time for the Christmas season.The online boutique is a committed to creating global awareness of Canadian style and originality. It hosts an eclectic mix of women's clothing, funky handbags, designer jewelry and more. Fashion Forward Canada continues to bring a fresh approach to combining the convenience of online shopping with a bold philosophy towards helping fashionistas make avant-garde style and fashion choices. Featuring original designer fashion from independent designers such as Amber Jewellery, Sans Soucie, and Shi Studio. One of the many highlights of Fashion Forward Canada's online store is Nicole Bridger, the winner of Generation-Next, the best new designer competition of BC Fashion Week. Nicole Bridger's eco friendly line is touted as "the one to watch." Her collection plays with shape and detail, each piece balancing offbeat basics with fashion forward flair. Bridger's fashion tour began with an internship with Vivienne Westwood, the Queen of Punk design and one of the most important designers of the 20th century. She then returned home to Vancouver to co-create the organic and sustainable clothing brand, Oqoqo with Lululemon's Chip Wilson. Having learned the ins-and-outs of sustainability she's now launched her very popular self-titled line, Nicole Bridger. more Fashion Forward Canada's New Collections added by Levent OZLER |
 Syrup Swimwear Launches the 2008 Bikini Line at Phoenix Fashion WeekSyrup Swimwear is proud to announce the launch of their exclusive 2008 bikini line.Inspired by the sizzling hot Las Vegas pool party scene, Syrup Swimwear bikinis are manufactured in Brazil and constructed of the highest quality materials. Each has unique characteristics that include handcrafted embellishments and rust resistant, heat resistant hardware. Company founder and designer, Aaron Fust's rigorous research has revealed that, like jeans, the bikini market, is trending toward the "new luxury" ultra designer boutique brands. More and more women are looking for these very high quality, designer brands, and are willing to pay a premium for it. Also, Aaron has found that his home town of Las Vegas is the epicenter of this bikini trend. The Las Vegas pool party scene has become as intense as its famous nightlife scene and this is beginning to influence women from all parts of the country to demand an elegant and sexy suit not to swim, but one in which they can see and be seen. more Syrup Swimwear Launches the 2008 Bikini Line at Phoenix Fashion Week added by Senay GOKCEN |
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