Festive Guide: In The Spotlight

December 12, 2021December 12, 2021 | Design & Culture by Ed

Christopher John Rogers resort 2022

Between the Christmas holidays and the New Year’s Eve, and all the celebrations this festive season holds, you’ll likely need a bold party outfit – or two. If the autumn-winter 2021 runways were any indication, the time has arrived to get dressed up to the nines. So what better opportunity to wear the season’s most opulent prints, luxe textures, and, of course, exquisite sequins and shine? Here is a selection of festive evening dresses and spectacular gowns, jaw-dropping heels and charming bags, and magnificent jewels that will work as amazing holiday presents!

From left to right, top to bottom: Christopher John Rogers polka dot gown, “Andy Warhol. Polaroids 1958-1987” by Taschen, Bea Bongiasca quartz ring, Ashley Williams heart bag, Oscar De La Renta bouquet clip-on earrings & Amina Muaddi heeled sandals.

Libertine patchwork jacquard coat, Marc Jacobs ruffle cape gown & Bottega Veneta tasseled shoulder bag.

“New York. Portrait of a City” book by Taschen, Carolina Herrera oversized gloral-print silk-gazar shirt, Marc Jacobs wide-leg pants, Dries Van Noten pillow gloral-jacquard tote & Bea Bongiasca candy heart stud earrings with lime green enamel and blue topaz.

Simone Rocha crystal flower earrings, Khaite ruffled chiffon and satin, Christopher John Rogers gradient evening skirt, Diptyque “Do Son” eau de parfum, Sylvia Toledano necklace, Loewe bracelet pleated leather bag & Clergerie lambskin platform sandals.

Oscar de la Renta tulle coat, Sylvia Toledano earrings, Simone Rocha cameo necklace, Manolo Blahnik “Maysale” mules, Saint Laurent sequined silk-crepe dress (similar style) & Versace gold “La Medusa” earrings.

Rosie Assoulin “Thousand-in-one-ways” convertiblestriped merino wool-blend sweater, Molly Goddard taffeta dress, Christopher John Rogers cargo pants & Loewe striped mohair-blend scarf.

Simone Rocha pearl coin pouch, Sea ruffled cotton-blend poplin blouse, Byredo “Young Rose” eau de parfum, Rosie Assoulin scalloped pleated cotton-poplin skirt & Simone Rocha platform sandals.

Christopher John Rogers wool-blend blazer, Anthony Lent crescent moon hoop earrings, Marni necklace, Molly Goddard tiered taffeta dress, Simone Rocha crystal flower single earring & Blumarine Hello Kitty hair clip.

All collages by Edward Kanarecki.

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Festive Guide: The Classics

December 10, 2021 | Design & Culture by Ed

Victoria Beckham resort 2022

From globetrotting adventurers to design-forward homebodies and fashion fans with a penchant for glamour – whoever you’re shopping for, this Christmas gift guide featuring timeless classics has the perfect presents to suit all styles this holiday season!

From left to right, top to bottom: Norma Kamali one-shoulder stretch-jersey dress, “Helmut Newton. Legacy” book by Taschen, Manolo Blahnik Hangisi satin slippers, Mateo 14-karat gold pearl choker, Prada crystal logo earring & Alaïa laser-cut leather clutch bag.

FRAME & Ritz Paris embroidered cashmere wweater, Gianvito Rossi green heeled sandals, Jil Sander pearl earrings, Charlotte Tilbury Hot Lips 2 Lip Balm “Enigmatic Edward”, Lanvin beige wool skirt & Jil Sander pouch.

Khaite off-the-shoulder column dress, Judy Geib Neogeo 22K and 18K gold earrings, The Row leather tote, Costa Brazil body cream, Cashmere In Love cashmere bralette & Cashmere In Love cashmere biker shorts, Anine Bing mules.

The Elder Statesman open-knit cashmere sweater, Cashmere In Love knit skirt, Maison Margiela Tabi ballerina flats, Dries Van Noten tulle skirt & Anine Bing bracelet.

The Row oversized silk and cashmere-blend coat , Byredo eau de parfum “Mixed Emotions”, The Row shoulder bag & The Row silk-satin gown.

Ralph Lauren cashmere sweater & Ralf Lauren cashmere midi skirt, Jil Sander wool gloves, Costa Brazil Skin Ritual Travel Kit, “Peter Lindbergh. On Fashion Photography. 40th Ed.” by Taschen & Issey Miyake wool shell dress.

All collages by Edward Kanarecki.

P.S. In this post, I happen to endorse products I genuinely love. If you end up buying something through the links, my site might earn an affiliate commission – which is always nice!

Festive Guide: Shine Bright!

December 4, 2021 | Design & Culture by Ed

Prada autumn-winter 2021

This holiday season is going to feel extra-special for many after last year – and getting dressed up is all part of the joy. This gift guide is for those who love to sparkle – and are planning to shine bright the entire 2022! A pair of golden Manolos will please any Carrie fan (hello, And Just Like That premieres on the 9th of December!), while the sequinned, faux-tie-dye pants from Ashish will be the best present for a glamorous home-stayer. Paco Rabanne’s metallic chain-mail skirt will elevate any New Year’s Eve to a Studio 54 event. And how about a camp-y Judith Leiber poodle clutch? Checked. Still, the award for the most glistening and over-the-top present goes to Prada’s bucket hat that went full-on Christmas tree. Discover my first festive guide below – and stay tuned for the others that are coming in the next couple of days!

From left to right, top to bottom: Coperni purple glittered mini-dress, “Astrology. The Library of Esoterica” Taschen book, Rosantica gold-tone crystal hair clip, Magda Butrym single crystal star brooch, Prada sequin bucket hat, Prada crystal block-heel slingback pumps, Alan Crocetti gold & pink ring.

Dries Van Noten fringed lamé top, Paco Rabanne silver mini shoulder bag, Paco Rabanne silver sequin midi-skirt, Saint Laurent crystal bracelet, Prada platform booties.

Dries Van Noten feather-trimmed sequined skirt & Erdem black embroidered bag.

J iwinaia pearl earrings, Balenciaga pinstripe midi dress, Versace platform heels, Coperni swipe bag, “Witchcraft. The Library of Esoterica” Taschen book, Paco Rabanne crystal bracelet.

AREA crystal-embellished jersey t-shirt, Mary Jane Claverol embellished turban, Judith Leiber Couture French Poodle crystal-embellished clutch, Ashish sequined pants, Manolo Blahnik “Kika” golden stiletto pumps.

Prada autumn-winter 2021

All collages by Edward Kanarecki.

P.S. In this post, I happen to endorse products I genuinely love. If you end up buying something through the links, my site might earn an affiliate commission – which is always nice!

Merry Christmas!

December 24, 2020 | Design & Culture by Ed

Merry Christmas!

I wish you all the very best this festive season! May this Christmas bring you much joy, peace and happiness. Stay safe and grateful, and spread the love!

Yours truly,

Edward

Daria Werbowy by Juergen Teller and Vanessa Reid for Pop Magazine SS16.

The Essentials Gift Guide

December 14, 2020 | Design & Culture by Ed

This year, I’ve decided to create dream gift guides that might make it easier for you to go (and filter) through the festive season. Get ready for a selection of beautiful items that will spark joy and last for years. The ones that will certainly please one’s senses and deliver heavenly feelings. Treat your loved ones and yourself! Here’s the curated edit of the most covetable delights, which are the ultimate essentials.