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Lanvin turns 125 years old this year (read our May 2014 issues in-depth report on the houses

legacy) and to celebrate the spirit of Jeanne Lanvins beginnings of designing for her own daughter, the brand has launched a special Autumn campaign based on the theme of

family. The new Autumn campaign features not only Edie Campbell (the face of Lanvins

previous campaigns) but also the models entire family clad in both women and

menswear from the brand. Edies father, Roddy Campbell, candidly tweeted, Lanvin Fall 2014

campaign starring me and three of my kids and their boyfriends and their granny and my ex-wife Go behind the scenes on our

Facebook page to watch the video of the making of the campaign, shot by Tim Walker.

COMING UP

EVENTS OF THE MONTHLondon College Of Fashion:

Dubai Short Courses 8th to 22nd October 2014

Vida Downtown Hotel, Dubai As an extension of the Fashion Forward Dubai

event that will be taking place in October, London College of Fashion will be hosting the

next instalment of Dubai Short Courses a carefully edited selection of short courses from

their main curriculum at the London headquarters. The courses, which are targeted at both beginners and fashion enthusiasts, include

fashion styling, merchandising, and fashion drawing. The courses are taught by high-calibre

industry professionals who teach the London courses. To register, or for more information:

training@fashion.arts.ac.uk

We get up-close and personal with the man of the moment, Alexander Wang, on his latest collaboration with H&M. The collection of

active wear and other accessories a signature offering of his own label, will be

available in stores from November.

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SAVE1 Blucher with fringes,

QR295, Zara. 2 Asymmetric leather court

shoe, QR295, Zara. 3 Striped blazer with zips,

QR415, Zara.4 Two Tone Mini City bag,

QR240, Zara. 5 Wide strap sheath dress,

QR425, Roland Mouret for Banana Republic.

6 Zip jacket, QR550, Roland Mouret for Banana Republic.

Banana Republic and Zara boutiques are at Villaggio Mall.

SPLURGE1 Striped Bodyvon Dress,

QR2,891, Alexander Wang, www.alexanderwang.com

2 Babies Triple MJ, QR3,393, Saint Laurent, www.ysl.com

3 Top Handle Bag, QR1,850, Aigner, Porto Arabia, The Pearl Qatar.

4 Construct Jacket, QR1,670, Claudia Gamba x Muuse, www.farfetch.com

5 Jacket Bere, QR5,074, Escada, www.escada.com

6 Leather Pumps, QR2,803, Fendi, Villaggio Mall.

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A sure-fire way to get you excited about going to work in the morning, is knowing that you have the perfect

outfit to take you through the day. Go back to the core of power dressing and invest in a bodycon dress that flatters at all the right places, and yet maintains the modest below-the-knee length requirement. Go for blazers and jackets of different styles to mix up your look on different days, and experiment with wearing

this seasons trending brogues as an alternative to standard high heels. Lose the outerwear after work

and ease into the night with class.

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KARL LAGERFELD MONSTER CHOUPETTE CAPSULE COLLECTION

The fashion worlds favourite kitty cat, Choupette, is getting her own capsule collection, launched of course, by her owner Karl Lagerfelds eponymous label. The range of accessories comes in the cartoon image of Monster Choupette that features her big blue eyes and ready-to-grab mouth as well as a personalised paw stamp from the cat. Fans will get to choose from a selection of shopping bags, pouches, wallets, ballet slippers, socks and scarves the goods are in Saffiano leather, available in black, cream, navy and leather. The crme de la crme of the collection is the fur bag bug key charm that is inspired by Choupettes whiskers.

VOGUE FASHION DUBAI EXPERIENCE

The second edition of the fashion funfair that sparkled up Dubai Mall will see the participation of twenty emerging designers selected by Vogue Italia, through its International Talent Showcase initiative a global talent scout in collaboration with The Dubai Mall and BySymphony.com. The twenty designers come from all over the world with regional representation by Omans Nadia Al Zakwani and the UAEs Shamsa Alabbar, who will be showcasing at the Armani Hotel, Dubai. VFDE was highly successful in its first instalment last year with an array of fashion-based activities. This year, the event will take place from 30 October to 1 November with workshops and panel discussions. Eight new international designers including Lamia Asudari and Madiya Al Sharqi will also be presenting their collection at a special fashion show, to be held at The Dubai Mall Fashion Catwalk on the first night.

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AGNONA AW2014

Stefano Pilati took a page from Agnonas fabric archive to present UNO, the AW14 collection that focuses on the notion of movement, from draping blouses and dresses of single cuts to volumes expressed in different tailoring silhouettes. A collection of timeless must haves to complete a wardrobe for a womans very luxurious lifestyle that includes feeling and looking comfortably beautiful and warmly sensual in every occasion: from the most private to official attendances, says Stefano Pilati. This is Stefanos second collection for the label since his appointment to the Zegna Group, and though he has expressed much of his signature into the work thus far, theres much respect for the craftsmanship and heritage of the fabric-driven label.

FASHION / 37LANVIN SUGAR BAG

2014 has been a whirlwind year for Alber Elbaz in looking back over the history of Lanvin and honouring its legacy for the brands 125th anniversary. The Lanvin Sugar bag is one of the star pieces from Albers line of accessories for Autumn 2014 a collection firmly rooted in the spirit of its ready-to-wear collections that celebrate the momentous event. The bag has already been spotted on arms of celebrities; Zoe Saldana wore it to a Cannes Film Festival luncheon, Jessica Alba wore it with a feminine floral dress, Diane Kruger dressed the bag down in a gym outfit, while Sarah Jessica Parker wore it for a casual jaunt around town. The versatility of the Sugar bag is no accident a design element meant to reflect the spirit of Lanvins luxe and functional aesthetics. Its discreet shape wraps around three pleats and comes in smooth lambskin leather, quilted suede calfskin, exotic skins, as well as metallic calfskin; all of which are finished with the gold-embossed Lanvin Paris signature. You can grab it as a clutch or peruse the bejewelled leather and metal chain for the delicate touch.

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SNOOPY & BELLE PROJECT

One of our favourite cartoon duos gets a fashion makeover from the design worlds famous duo, Dean and Dan from DSquared2. Celebrating Snoopy & Belles 65th anniversary, DSquared2 injects their signature styles: a red checked parka, jeans, and mountain boots with coloured laces are the new looks for the two cartoon characters. We are so happy to take part in the Snoopy & Belle project for Fashion! We have fond memories of growing up in Canada watching Peanuts, and so we decided to dress them in winter outfits, the duo says. Snoopy & Belle in Fashion is an initiative that debuted 30 years ago to celebrate the world of fashion and the genius of Snoopys creator, Charles M. Schulz. The 2014 exhibit will raise funds for numerous charitable causes. The extroverted beagle and his fashionable sister, reinterpreted by Dsquared2, will debut on stage on September 9-10, 2014, during New York Fashion Week. The New Museums Sky Room will host an exhibition displaying the sketches and vinyl beagle dolls by all of the designers whove participated in the initiative, dating back to the 80s.

After their debut in New York, Snoopy and Belle will travel to the major fashion capitals: Paris, Tokyo and Milan, before returning to Santa Rosa in California, where they will be exhibited at the fashion gallery of the Schulz Museum.

LOEWE PRE-LAUNCH CAPSULE

For Jonathan Andersons first release in his new appointment at Loewe, the brand introduces the new universe through a Pre-Launch Capsule collection available in stores this month. The range consists of bags, accessories, key menswear pieces and also home items including leather cushions, lambswool blankets, and a wood and leather chair reinterpreted from the houses archives. Loewes iconic Amazona and Flamenco bags get a back to basics treatment, while the Shopper Tote comes in a fur-covered version. A selection of pieces was inspired by Meccano, the British game created by Frank Hornby in 1901 emphasising on combinations and building blocks of shapes and colours. Loewe boutique is located in Villaggio Mall.

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THREE KEY AUTUMN TRENDS THAT WILL SET THE TONE FOR THE ULTIMATE MIX OF COVETED

CHIC, COMFORT AND SUBTLE GLAMOUR.

ONE LAYER AT A TIME

CAPES

Theres nothing more stylishly functional than a cape. It is the essential answer to an erratic winter and gives an instantly polished look as you get ready to head out. DKNY offers a tailored piece with suit collars for work calls, while Paule Ka and Issa London go for the dramatic effect with full-length pieces. Sandra Mansours delicate floral version is a dream.

Alice and Olivia

Ermano Scervico

Sandra Mansour

Paule Ka

Issa LondonChlo DKNY

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SPORTY VIBE

The numero uno rule for your wardrobe right now, and for seasons to come, is to think sporty and go urban. Racing stripes, neoprene, sweatshirts, and tennis skirts make for great separates for mix and match. Luxurious fabrics for Autumn including fur and leather makes for sartorial details like the leather tennis dress from DKNY and geometric woollen sweatshirt from Ermano Scervico.

Christopher Raeburn AW14

Donna Karan

Proenza Schouler

Cline

DKNY

Ermano ScervicoMarc Jacobs

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SCARVES

Burberry sets the wheel in motion this Autumn with their gorgeous printed oversized scarves, which we suspect, are blankets, really. But the enveloping layers got us all wishing that Winter would come sooner and the trend soon popped up all over. Gigantic scarves form full looks, like Diors with pleated ends that fall like the end of a skirt right above the knees. For a little bit of punk, go for Marc Jacobs perfectly placed around the face bandana version.

Marc Jacobs Prabal Gurung

Paul Smith

Dior

Matthew Williamson

Athena Procopiou - WALK IN MONGOLIA

Fendi

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STANDOUT PIECES AND IN VOGUE ACCESSORIES THAT DEFINE THE SEASON. WE CURATE A DEFINITIVE LIST OF BUYS THAT WILL PUT YOU IN THE COOL PACK THIS AUTUMN.

COOL HUNTINGFOR AW2014

The Bloomsbury Bag from Burberry inspired by the British writers and artists at Charleston.

Drew Crossbody Bag from Chloe

Cuffs from Cline a play of textures and colours

Crystal embellished sunglasses from DSquared2

Palazzo Corbeille Noir Cassis lingerie from Chantelle

Darcey rings with pearls from Chlo

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Feather-effect sleeve coat from Philipp Plein

Polo-tee dress from DKNY

Embellished leather gloves from Philipp Plein

Fur-lined gladiator sandals from Isabel Marant available exclusively at Level Shoe District

Leather sandals from Proenza Schouler

Fusion Sneakers from Dior rubber soles with sequined flowers

Acrylic Hexagon Clutch from LAfshar

Graffiti backpack from DKNY

Bug charms in fox fur from Fendi

Brushed leather tote from Salvatore Ferragamo

FRESH ALLURE

Atelier Versace is true couture. I wanted to celebrate construction and deconstruction, provoking by taking away fabric, to make couture modern,

says Donatella Versace on the houses latest couture collection. Looking forward to a contemporary attitude, where dresses are slashed in the front, tailoring gives way for asymmetry, t-shirt shapes are cut and rolled, and fur

coats are meshed with frayed organza patchworks. Embroideries are in a degrade of colour, while semi-transparent nylon is knitted with pockets of

crystal metal mesh. Voluminous ball gowns of double duchesse silk, coated with silicon, are shaped freely on the body for the new spirit of couture.

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METAMORPHOSIS

At his debut showing at Alta Roma, Rani Zakhem presents the metamorphosis that a woman goes through in all the different

moments in her life, from dawn till dusk and from youth to maturity. Using technical details and the different shades of the season to capture

the cycle, the designer displays his prowess kaleidoscopic geometric embroidery, laser devore flocked tulle and silver degrade pailettes are

all carefully executed. The dusk interpretation comes in the form of the mermaid silhouette, a signature of the designer in red and black with unfurling flowers to represent the climatic coming of age of the muse.

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FLIGHT AL A FRANAISE The flight suit meets traditional dress bodices and embroidery switch forms, and zippers and silk taffeta are used.

ROBE A LA FRANAISEA variation on the traditional dress of the 18th century a blend of styles mostly worn with panniers and lightened with new tulle structures.

1910s LINEARSinuous, long line coats with an Edwardian origin travelling through history.

BODICE MEETS JACKETA reverse role between bodices and skirts with smocking structures.

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PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE

I was interested in the process of finding something extremely modern, though something very historical, particularly through a juxtaposition of different themes,

explains Raf Simons when defining Christian Diors haute couture collection for Autumn 2014. Asking the question What is Modern?, the creative director explores the

aesthetics of a timeline spanning from an 18th century French court up till the present day, resulting in a narrative of eight different elements. The challenge was to bring

easiness to something that could be perceived as theatrical. It is the attitude that matters.

COLLAR MEETS BARVolumes and shapes originating from the 1950s Dior archives are extended on to highlight the architectural form.

1920s LIBERATEDFlapper dresses of the 1920s decorated with embroideries.

JUSTACORPSAND GILETSMasculine court coats of the 18th century adapted for the feminine form.

TECHNIQUES, PLEATS AND SYSTEMSTradition and technology come together with traditional piping and systems of astronautical suiting.

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MUCHADO ABOUTTHE SAMBA

A little samba always puts a smile on the face and this cheer has spread through Qatar much of this year with the banner flying high for the cultural year of Qatar-Brazil 2014. Football may be the first thing on everyones mind, but the fashion industry has long adored gorgeous Brazilian beauties, the likes of Gisele Bndchen and Alessandra Ambrosio, adorn the pages of glossy magazines. To celebrate this cultural exchange, we focus on some of the movers and shakers of the fashion and beauty industry in Brazil and let them take us through what they love most about their motherland.

IF THERES ONE THING THAT BRAZIL HAS GIFTED TO THE WORLD, IT IS THE SPIRIT OF LIVING HAPPY AND CAREFREE.

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AVID ONLINE SHOPPERS ARE VERY FAMILIAR WITH THE NAME FARFETCH THE FASHION PORTAL THAT HELPS US SEEK OUT RARE FINDS FROM ALL OVER THE GLOBE. FASHION TECH ENTREPRENEUR DANIELA CECILIO, ONE OF ITS FOUNDING MEMBERS, HAS LAUNCHED ANOTHER FASHION-BASED TECH APP, ASAP54. THE SELF-PROCLAIMED FASHION OBSESSIVE WANTS TO CHANGE THE WAY PEOPLE SEARCH, SHARE AND BUY FASHION INSPIRED BY THINGS THAT THEY SEE,

DANIELA CECILIO

DIGITAL FASHION

Whats a normal day for you?My day starts very early. I wake up around 5.30 am to have breakfast either porridge or tapioca; and then hit the gym! I try to exercise everyday, as it gives me a lot of energy to face the busy agenda ahead of me. I also like to finish work around 7pm, so I can get home before 8, have a light dinner with my husband, read a bit and then disappear off to bed, very early, around 10.30pm.I try to concentrate as much as possible during work hours, so from the moment I step into the office to the moment I leave, I give 150%, and therefore I dont have to work too many hours I clear my to-do list everyday.

What do you wear daily?Jeans, lots of jewelry, a pair of killer heels from Aquazzura and a smart white top; my favorites usually being from Cline.

Daniela Cecilio photographed by Alistair Guy

What are some of your new seasonal buys for AW2014?A pair of Toga boots and another pair of boots from Giuseppe Zanotti.

I will wear pretty much wear the Cline knit trousers everyday.

I will also buy almost every new hat from Maison Michel, since it rains a lot in London and I dont like umbrellas.

What is the one thing about Brazilian culture or fashion that is significant to you?Brazilians really look after themselves, they take care of their skin, they exercise, they have a very healthy lifestyle and somehow this is becoming more and more fashionable. The golden skin look, the healthy natural coloured hair, the toned strong body, and on top of all of that, they only need to put on a white top and a pair of jeans!

Have you been to the Middle East and what are your impressions of the region? Yes, I have been to Dubai and also to Israel. I met the most wonderful people whilst in Dubai, including accessory designer Nathalie Trad and blogger Anum Bashir. I had a wonderful time on the beach and got to try some of the most amazing restaurants and shopping boutiques - It is where I fell in love with allthingsmochi.com. In Israel, I visited Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, and will definitely be going back to both places.

Blanche Hat from Maison Michel

Leon clutch by Nathalie Trad

Pulla Fringed Ankle Boots by Toga

Knee-high Stiletto Boot by Guiseppe Zanotti

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Cristiana is the force behind organic beauty brands including Phytoervas - a pioneering line of natural shampoo, and EH cosmetics - an organic shampoo line. She has authored several books and maintains a roster of projects dedicated to the environment, entrepreneurship, beauty and health.

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PASSIONATELY IMMERSED IN THE BEAUTY INDUSTRY, CRISTIANA IS ONE OF THE MOST CELEBRATED PERSONALITIES IN BRAZIL. SHE CURRENTLY RUNS BEAUTYIN A WELL-BEING CONCEPT THAT FUSES COSMETICS, FOOD AND VITAMINS. THE AWARD-WINNING ENTREPRENEUR ALSO FOUNDED PHYTOERVAS FASHION AND THE PHYTOERVAS FASHION AWARDS THAT LAUNCHED THE CAREERS OF MORE THAN SIXTY DESIGNERS.

Whats a normal day for you?Normality means having the ability to start the day with exercise. Following this, being able to go to work and have time to think and dedicate time to my creativity, is of vital importance in my day-to-day life.

What do you wear daily?They key word for me is glamour which involves taking a casual working business outfit and mixing it with a high fashion angle.

What are some of your new seasonal buys for AW2014?Relaxed tailoring, mini skirts, ankle boots, neutral colors and embroidery.

What is the one thing about Brazilian culture and fashion that is significant to you and why?Brazilian women are confident and always have a hint of sexy in their outfit choices. Women here dress for themselves and their men and not for another woman.

Have you been to the Middle East and what are your impressions of the region? Yes, I visited Dubai some years ago and was extremely impressed by the city, the people and of course, the food. I had the luxury of staying in a beautiful hotel right in the desert, which was where I had the best time in many many years.

CRISTIANAARCANGELI

ENTREPRENEUR EXTRAORDINARE

Ankle Boots from Santoni

Black Mini Skirt by Karl Lagerfeld

Rev up your day with vitamins from the Beauty Drink range - part of Cristianas BeautyIn concept

Neutral shades from Chlos AW2014

WHEN ALICEMET LIBERTY

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AUTUMNL 2014S MOST ANTICIPATED COLLABORATION IS AN ALL BRITISH AFFAIR, WITH ALICE TEMPERLEY JOINING HANDS WITH THE

OUTNET, TO PRESENT A DISTINCTIVELY TEMPERLEY COLLECTION FOR THE ONLINE RETAILER- FAMED FOR ITS MORE AFFORDABLE SELECTIONS.

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limited edition collection of twenty-one pieces will place emphasis on the designers new focus on daywear and feature the designers signature printed dresses and honeycomb wave knits. With actress and model Liberty Ross as the face of the campaign, the embodiment of the collection narrates strong women who favour sharp tailoring with feminine elements. To celebrate the collaborative collection that will be going on sale from October 7, The Outnet shares a witty and intimate exchange between the two women with GLAM.

What are your thoughts on tailoring? Liberty Ross: I love tailoring because you can just put it on and its there. I like a strong silhouette you feel ready for action and empowered.Alice Temperley: Masculine and empowered.Liberty Ross: Yeah, empowered and strong.Alice Temperley: I collect white shirts so my fetish is white shirts and shoes.

You collect white shirts?Alice Temperley: I collect white shirts, I have a hundred white shirts and its my outfit of choice; its my workwear. Always in the collection there are at least five options and I think its definitely my work outfit up, kids to school, suit on.

Liberty Ross: Where do you buy your white shirts? Alice Temperley: I collect and I make them. The exception is Alaa.Liberty Ross: So not from a flea market or Portobello Road or vintage?Alice Temperley: Vintage, yes. Victorian shirts are beautiful. I like mens shirts. I dont think you could ever get bored of the white shirt.

Can you talk us through what youre wearing? Liberty Ross: How would you style this jumpsuit? Alice Temperley: I love this one with flats, and I love it with heels for the evening. I also really like it with a jacket over the top.Liberty Ross: Yes, I love that it really doesnt need anything. You just put it on, its comfortable, and it looks so sharp and strong. Super sexy, really gorgeous. Alice Temperley: What I love about it is the low back and the

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plunging neckline. I love a plunging neckline. I think its very good in a tailored outfit to have that contrast between sexy and tailored. The volume in the trousers means that the fit is very, very flattering on more curvy bodies as well. Liberty Ross: I like the rolled-up leg its fun.Alice Temperley: It makes it more relaxed, yes. The rolled-up hem looks fantastic with flats or a heel.

How else do you bring sexy femininity to a masculine outfit?Alice Temperley: I think tailoring looks really sexy on a woman when it looks relaxed.Liberty Ross: Yes, super sexy and feminine but strong and comfortable.Alice Temperley: Thats the trick! It has to be comfortable.

How has your collection changed since you first started working together?Alice Temperley: Im definitely tending to be more tailored in my own look and within the collection. It definitely has another persona and its not all about dresses, its a balance. Liberty Ross: Its good to have diversity. I love those dresses and I have the picture up in my house, huge.

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Alice Temperley: I know, I love that picture, its still one of my favorites. My first-time campaign girl, thats quite amazing, isnt it?Liberty Ross: Thats amazing, yay! Alice Temperley: Its not supposed to make us feel old, just grown up!

How has the brand changed over the years?Alice Temperley: The collection for me did start with more of a dress focus, and that was very much the beginning, about 14 years ago. And a lot of knitwear. Now, as the collection goes forward, its much more about what a working woman needs to make her wardrobe functional. You have so many things that you need to attend, and you travel a lotLiberty Ross: So youve got the practical and the showstoppers, which is brilliant. I love that.Alice Temperley: Yes, and to have the balance all the way through from day to evening, which is very much our focus now. Also, [weve] evolved with what you really need out of your wardrobe. It has to be functional, it has to be comfortable. You have to have those pieces when youre working insanely hard that you dont

have to think about. When you travel with a tailored jumpsuit, its just perfect because it ticks all the boxes for the evening. Its sexy, clean, [you can] wear it with different accessories its one piece that you dont really have to think about. Liberty Ross: Dress it up, dress it down. I remember when I first met you through my cousin years and years ago, you had all those beautiful, very thin tulle shirts with the lovely collars and they were embroidered and they were so pretty, all the bright pinks and ivories. Alice Temperley: Well remembered! Yes, it was very playful and very feminine. Now its [about] bringing that into the new look with the tailoring, which is important to keep the collection going forward and changing with the times.Liberty Ross: Exactly. I love it.

Do you recall your first time working together?Alice Temperley: We did some knits, we did some skirts, we did some extra things. It was Nick [Haddow]. And the dress was in Sex and the City after that.Liberty Ross: The dress I was in, was in Sex and the City? Thats amazing!Alice Temperley: Yes, it was after that

campaign. Somebody saw it, I cant remember who, and it ended up there and it surprised me because Id never even watched Sex and the City and they sent me a clip! That was to do with you wearing it.Liberty Ross: Yes I liked that shoot. That was Nick Haddow and I remember the pink and black Harlequin sweaters that we did.Alice Temperley: Wow, you have got a good memory.Liberty Ross: Because by the way, I still have them all, I still wear them all the time. I still have them in my closet.Alice Temperley: Shes a good muse!Liberty Ross: And those shirts, Ive kept them for my daughter because mine seem to get smaller and smaller but the ivory tulle covered with embroidered beads is so pretty. Alice Temperley: Your daughters going to have a good wardrobe!Liberty Ross: I know, she is. Lucky girl.Alice Temperley: And next, suits! Suits for little girls.

Does your daughter dress up in items from your wardrobe?Liberty Ross: I recently moved to a new house and it just so happens to have a gigantic closet, which is very exciting for me. So I rediscovered my entire wardrobe because I can actually hang it all up and see it! I rediscovered all of these things, things that I have of yours and everybody else, and my 10-year-old, its like her little jewel box. She just goes in there and puts everything on my studded jackets and pony hair boots and things and shell come out and be like, Hi, Im Liberty Ross!

KBT KONCEPTS AW2015 DEBUT

PHOTOGRAPHY BY SAEED KHALIFA

ALTERNATIVE

ABAYAINSPIRED BY DUBAIS HIDDEN INDUSTRIAL

AREAS, WHERE FACTORIES AND AUTO REPAIR SHOPS MERGE WITH THE CITYS EDGY EMERGING ARTS AND

CULTURAL LANDSCAPE, THE EXPERIMENTAL

DESIGNS OF KBT KONCEPT ARE DEFINITELY

A REFRESHING TAKE ON THE TRADITIONAL

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The bold collection is derived from the regions heritage, but strongly projects into contemporary lifestyle through the use of unexpected materials including PVC plastic, leather, denim and humble plain white cotton. Departing from the classic abaya, KBT Koncept emphasises on highly structural pieces that are asymmetrical, shorter in length and as is. Embroidery work is vastly modern, including a signature red thread stitched on every collar, while hemmed ends make for functionality.

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The label is keen to push the envelope of traditional abaya markets, proposing the collection to women who might not ordinarily identify with the Gulfs traditional dress, but would like to experiment from a sartorial perspective. The brand is a part of Not Just A Label, a UAE-based platform for showcasing and nurturing todays pioneers in contemporary fashion.