Fashion Designer, Jimmy Choo, Malaysia, Pegg, Peggie Lim, Project Runway Malaysia, Style Malaysia Magazine
In Collection, Fashion, In the Know, News, designer, dress on December 7, 2009 at 4:38 pm
At the tender age of 22, awarding-winning Fashion designer Peggie Lim seems destined to be the next “big thing” out of Malaysian territory since fashion mogul Jimmy Choo! But while her line, Pegg, noted as “awe-inspiring” and “iconic” by local press there is all the rave, that could just be because of patriotism rather than actual talent. Not surprising. And this is not to say that Malaysia isn’t blessed with its own fledging fashion scene. Blogs, magazines (Style Malaysia Magazine), TV shows (Project Runway), and it’s own international fashion week bares significance amongst industry insiders on all levels. So when a designer such as Peggie Lim comes around, it’s surprising that she wouldn’t be subject to a bit more criticism.
However, after a closer look at the collection, while a lot of it is heavily dated, she does have a few (very few) pieces that display her potential. One of them being a white asymmetrical shift dress with smudges of paint along the shoulder.
The colouring juxtaposed with the ruffled sleeve shows her interest in texture. And if she had followed through; possibly by adding knots from the shoulder blending into the silhouette as well as tapering the hemline, consequently, the dress would have been more effective.
Overall, Pegg has the look of a mid-level high street brand than a full-out fashion collection. But considering this is Peggie’s first ever release, as always, with a bit more creativity and individuality, she may be on to something bigger.
British Vogue, Fashion Designer, Graeme Armour, Kingdom of style, On|Off Showroom
In Fashion, France, Good Look, One to Watch, designer on November 21, 2009 at 4:51 pm
I came across this designer while browsing through the Kingdom of Style blog, and I did a bit of research. I don’t have to feel so bad, as British Vogue did a write up on the collection in October.
Mr. Graeme Armour is not a newbie, though he kind of is, but sometimes it takes a while before people take notice. When it comes to any designer who I feel is one to watch, again, I must stress that their clothes are a reflection of my personal style. And yes, if I could, I would wear them to death each and every day.
Which leads me to Graeme. His Spring/Summer 2010 collection has all the elements I admire. Come to think of it, maybe I should have coffee with Lady Gaga, I mean, essentially she seems to like a lot of the same designers I do. (I say this because she’s a fan of this one, too).
Catch Armour’s collection at the On|Off showroom, Galerie Motte & Rouart, 74 Rue Quincampoix, Paris 75003.
Art Deco, Eduardo Paolozzi, Fashion Designer, Holly Fulton, Wittgenstein
In Fashion, Good Look, One to Watch, designer on November 18, 2009 at 5:05 pm
You have to really be in love with an art movement to create a whole collection to it, but as I said in my last
post, Ms.
Holly Fulton has backed up my wearing your art on your dress trend with plausible reference.
Inspired by Scottish Sculptor Eduardo Paolozzi’s Wittgenstein, her Spring/Summer 2010 collection is architectural, British, and sharp. Cleans lines and colour intertwine with embellishments of sequins, plastic and prints. Most designers who steer along these lines are bordering ostentatious, but Holly’s collection is wearable. Oh how modern; but it’s true. When I had a look at the line, the first thing I thought was “I could actually see a 40-year-old woman wearing this to work” and I think that was the intention. Even though there are fashion-forward references, it’s not dated. As a matter of fact, because of the reference used that makes it classic. The Monochromatic colour schemes remains consistent throughout, and each look breezes through to the next.
I like this one.
Alice Palmer, Fashion Designer, spring/summer 2010
In Fashion, London, One to Watch, designer on November 18, 2009 at 4:40 pm
Alice Palmer‘s been honing her fashion skills since 2001, but the buzz has only been circulating as of late. Her collection of silky smooth designs are slicker than your usual t-n-a get-up, and she adds a softer edge to a lot of the trends currently being used (i.e., razor sharp shoulder pads, and chains). Her line will become more refined overtime (seeing that she’s loyal and steadfast), and she’ll master the process of draping and bias cuts. I’m confident in her abilities; I like her because she’s soft. Her work is has a firm grasp on the intellectual side of fashion. Ms. Palmer has a background in textiles and it shows. If there’s one qualm, it’s that you can’t wear panties underneath the garments because they’re too paper thin.
Emma Bell, Fashion Designer, London
In Fashion, London, One to Watch, designer on November 18, 2009 at 4:11 pm
It’s common ‘practice’ for people to gain notoriety on one end of the planet yet be virtually unknown on the other. If you read her bio on her website, British fashion designer
Emma Bell seems highly notable, and quite frankly, has the resume to back it up. But maybe it’s just that her fashion isn’t quite digestible here; certain not in a small-town hick city (compared to the rest of the fashion capitals) like Toronto.
Ms. Bell’s line is best described as the good little girls and boys with an insidious streak. Clothing meant to charm you with pretty graphics and colour palettes; seductive on the exterior but filled with vigour and squander. While the line is pretty, it is more along the lines of a ‘niche’ brand (I haven’t seen it get a review on the glossy Style.com posts’ yet, and I doubt I ever will. But what’s wonderful about this collection is that it’s anti-pop glamour, and relishes in being glamourous for the everyday woman who’s daring enough to wear it.
Canada, Erdem, Fashion Designer, London
In Canadian, Fabric, Fashion, I heart, London, colour, designer, dress on October 29, 2009 at 10:28 pm
His real name is Erdem Moralioglu but his collection is known simply as Erdem. He’s a Canadian-born, London-based Fashion Designer known for exploded floral prints on Victorian-style dresses. He’s also one of the few to capitalize off of the fact that Canada has definitely got talent – though we tend to go quite un-noticed in the mainstream world. Either that, or once we reach a certain peak, we tend to leave our Canadian roots at the border replacing it with a more internationally recognized migration status.
But Erdem has been one to watch since 2005. And thanks to his immaculate eye for colour and grandeur, he’ll be one to keep an eye on for a long time to come.
Fashion Designer, H&M, London, London Lite, matthew williamson, The London Paper
In I heart, London, colour, designer, dress, girly, pretty, sexy on October 29, 2009 at 9:28 pm
Matthew Williamson’s designs caught my eye while I was flipping through The London Paper (or was it London Lite?) while living in London last year. A news story had broken that he was collaborating with high-street powerhouse H&M on a collection of sequins and floral pieces for a very limited release. I had no idea who Mr. Williamson was, but I knew that I wanted some. It’s only through H&M can woman like myself afford to taste high-end luxury.
Well, I never did get anything as they were his collection sold-out as soon as it went public. But I can never forget the exquisite, and highly modern disco-esque line. There were splashes of blues, and fuchsias and greens. They were sixties styles cuts, with a `70s edge.
If you’re passionate enough, you’ll be able to see that you can tell a lot about a fashion designer by the clothes they construct. Obviously, Mr. Williamson is glamorous. But he’s also cultured and influenced by more than the superficiality of dramatic high-fashion.
I have a great feeling that he’ll shock the fashion world in 2010.
Browns Fashion, Canada, Fashion Designer, London, Mark Fast
In Canadian, Fabric, Fashion, I heart, London, designer, dress, knit, sexy on October 29, 2009 at 5:38 pm
There’s nothing sexier than actually feeling sexy. OK, I take that back.
The key to unlocking a woman’s self confidence lays within the garments that accentuate her curves. There, that sounds a lot better.
Yes, this is indeed true. There are many women that believe to wear less is to attract more men; Mark Fast designs with less cloth for women who want to feel more sexy.
The Canadian-born couturier designs body-hugging knitwear blending Lycra, viscose, angora and wool fabrics, with results that sway, sashay and wrap around the silhouette.
There’s a lot of legs and bare shoulders to spare. There are plunges, drapes and slits for the bold and the reckless. There’s a minimalism in Mr. Fast’s designs, but it’s juxtaposed with fierceness a la the fringe and sheer effects.
Be advised that the prices are high, stemming into the 1,000 (GBP) area and up.
I guess that also means that you better keep up your membership with the gym and be comfortable with at least four inch stiletto heels.
I love this collection. And you’re damn right I’d wear every ounce of it. I’ve been wearing skin-tight American Apparel dresses for a while now, I’d like to switch it up a bit.
Available at Browns Fashion
At the tender age of 22, awarding-winning Fashion designer Peggie Lim seems destined to be the next “big thing” out of Malaysian territory since fashion mogul Jimmy Choo! But while her line, Pegg, noted as “awe-inspiring” and “iconic” by local press there is all the rave, that could just be because of patriotism rather than actual talent. Not surprising. And this is not to say that Malaysia isn’t blessed with its own fledging fashion scene. Blogs, magazines (Style Malaysia Magazine), TV shows (Project Runway), and it’s own international fashion week bares significance amongst industry insiders on all levels. So when a designer such as Peggie Lim comes around, it’s surprising that she wouldn’t be subject to a bit more criticism.
