https://www.scmp.com/rss/314322/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Rock and rolling If you want to turn heads this party season, Vickisarge is here to help. The label’s namesake, Vicki Sarge, earned her stripes at high-fashion American brand Erickson Beamon, which she co-founded with fellow Detroit natives Karen and Eric Erickson in 1983. Thirty years later, Sarge launched her own label, offering spectacular vintage-inspired, costume jewellery with themes such as Pre-Raphaelite Folk and African Deco Punk. We love the Floramorta acetate and Swarovski crystal... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1648566/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1648566/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 29 Nov 2014 14:15:30 +0000 1. Drama king With the recent passing of Oscar de la Renta, it seems fitting to pay tribute to the fashion giant by snapping up some of his striking pieces of couture. Not in our wildest dreams could we get our hands on one of the Dominican-American designer's bespoke gowns, so we'll have make do with his accessories collection, which is no less impressive. Oscar de la Renta is not a label to be worn casually - the dramatic designs, more often than not, require an occasion. Take the new clutch... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1643606/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1643606/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 22 Nov 2014 14:00:00 +0000 1. Going native In Hong Kong, we're so inundated with gadget accessories, that finding pieces of real use and beauty can be difficult. A brand that's been making minimalists and Scandi fans sit up and listen is Native Union, which has just launched two products: an updated version of its Clic Wooden phone case for the iPhone 6 and the Nightcable - a three-metre charging cable with a weighted knot that you can anchor on any flat surface to ensure the cable won't fall off every time you detach... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1643609/goods?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1643609/goods?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 22 Nov 2014 13:58:54 +0000 1. Tough act Alexander McQueen's ubiquitous skull scarves have long been a wardrobe staple for many a fashionista but the label has recently been dipping its toes in more demure, sedate waters with regards to accessories. This shift can be seen in the brand's Legend handbag range, which features a tote, a shopper and a clutch. The usual patent leather and shiny hardware are nowhere to be seen. Instead, the bags are made from stiff leather and have a strong base and rigid corners. With winter... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1638110/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1638110/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 15 Nov 2014 12:45:15 +0000 Bags of oomph With his debut collection, Jonathan Anderson, Loewe’s new creative director, has proven that groomed, Iberian style is readily attainable – and from a Brit, no less! The label’s springsummer 2015 accessories are made up of elegant, asymmetrical bags and carryalls with nifty zip insertions and pockets for added gusto. Perfect for the irreverent dandy are the camel Puzzle cross-body bag (above right; HK$23,950) and the forest green Anton backpack (above left; also HK$23,950). Loewe... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1622040/goods?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1622040/goods?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 25 Oct 2014 14:30:00 +0000 Who started it? Sarah Lai’s journey into fashion began with the silks and satins of her grandmother’s wardrobe. Born into a prominent Shanghainese family, she admired the detail and craftsmanship in these tailored pieces, and developed a passion for couture. After a stint in finance, Lai noticed a lack of practical and elegant fashion in the corporate world and decided to make her hobby her work. She studied at Central Saint Martins, in London, Britain, where she launched her debut... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1616869/behind-label-sarah-lai?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1616869/behind-label-sarah-lai?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 18 Oct 2014 14:47:15 +0000 Who started it? Italian designer Caterina Gatta graduated in 2011 from Sapienza University, in Rome, with a degree in the science of fashion and costume. Three years before, Gatta had already registered her eponymous label and put together a debut collection. Encouraged by a positive response, she launched another range, inspired by vintage fabrics and the patchwork designs of labels such as Versace, Saint Laurent and Pierre Cardin. Today, she uses motifs from her favourite artists and a variety... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1612003/behind-label-caterina-gatta?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1612003/behind-label-caterina-gatta?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 11 Oct 2014 14:15:00 +0000 1. Hear me roar As we look at some of the biggest trends of next season, Roberto Cavalli's parade of tweed, leather, military shapes, animal prints and enveloping blanket coats ticks many boxes. Warning: shrinking violets should look away now. For the rest of you attention-hungry social savages, make a powerful, bold entrance this winter in a graphic print cape (HK$103,400), black silk shirt (HK$6,800), badass leather trousers (HK$36,100) and striking long Panther necklace (HK$6,800; all right).... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1612004/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1612004/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 11 Oct 2014 14:09:05 +0000 Who started it? Born in Paris to a Chinese-American mother and French father, Joseph Altuzarra’s fashion sense was honed during an awkward adolescence. A school misfit, he learned to use clothes to ingratiate himself with other students, and a talent for styling emerged. After graduating from Swarthmore College in Pennsylvania, the United States, with a degree in art and art history, Altuzarra moved to New York to intern at Marc Jacobs. A year later, he was working as a freelance designer for... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1605290/behind-label-altuzarra-target?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1605290/behind-label-altuzarra-target?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 04 Oct 2014 14:15:45 +0000 The future is bright As summer fades into autumn, we cling ever more tightly to vibrant, colourful designs to help pull us through the cooler season. If you’re not one for drawing attention on a jaunt down Queen’s Road Central, however, then Giles may not be for you. Luckily, our tan has faded enough to withstand the collection’s orange theme, and we love this frilled glowing dress (far right; HK$16,500). The funky, tropical birds that dominate the latest designs, as seen on the printed skirt... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1605291/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1605291/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 04 Oct 2014 14:15:45 +0000 Always forever For timeless elegance and formal refinery, few fit the bill more than MaxMara. The label's new Elegante collection features structured American tea and cocktail dresses with belts and layered frills, celebrating classic cuts that have never been out of style. We can't keep our hands off the black evening jumpsuit with capped sleeves and flowing trousers (below; HK$11,380), along with the fitted and frilled scarlet dress (HK$10,080). Max Mara is in St George's Building, Central,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1599316/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1599316/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 28 Sep 2014 01:15:45 +0000 Who started it? When Nicolas Ghesquiere left Balenciaga in 2012 after 15 years at the helm, three of his loyal pupils also departed the fashion house to form their own label. Since then, Julien Dossena, Lion Blau and Florent Buonomano have managed to get Atto into international retailers such as Harvey Nichols,  Saks Fifth Avenue and Printemps.  Why we love it: Atto’s balanced, minimalist and very French designs are super chic. Dresses are sharply tailored and understated while outerwear is... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1599317/behind-label-atto?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1599317/behind-label-atto?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 28 Sep 2014 01:15:30 +0000 Who started it? British designer Osman Yousefzada grew up inspired by his mother’s Birmingham-based dressmaking business. From England’s industrial Midlands, he ventured south to take up a spot at London’s Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design, graduating in 2005. The following summer, Yousefzada launched his first collection under the Osman label, which led to collaborative contracts with high-street retailer Mango and jeweller Astley Clarke.  Why we love it: drawing on his interest... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1593930/behind-label-osman?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1593930/behind-label-osman?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 21 Sep 2014 01:09:58 +0000 Big bang For a bold statement this autumn, look no further than Céline’s latest oversized gemstone jewellery. Tints of amber, teal and purple give the collection an earthy texture while asymmetrical pendants offset the Liberace overtones with a more rustic, native American look. We love the amber plexi necklace with geometric-shaped gemstones and lambskin cord (top: HK$12,500) and the understated Baroque Flaque single earring in brass and enamel (above: HK$5,700). Céline is in The Landmark,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1595886/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1595886/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 21 Sep 2014 01:09:58 +0000 Run with it Sneakers and high fashion have never been the most intimate of bedfellows, so the concept of a 'high fashion sneaker' is a bit confounding. A number of designers have cottoned on to the idea recently, but it seems elite atelier Lanvin remains one of their biggest advocates… The good news is that the latest lot isn't as ostentatious as you'd think. The shoes are discreet, stylish, even a bit 80s- although the idea of an elite Parisian fashion house branching into, now throwback, gym... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1593939/goods?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1593939/goods?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 21 Sep 2014 01:09:23 +0000 Block party Things have gone a little awry this season at Hogan… but we'll be first to forgive the rebellious label for their Autumn/Winter footwear, so rogue, it can't help but catch the eye. We're talking clashing neon, metallic and leopard skin prints on studded high tops along with psychedelic blue and pink pop icons on knee-high boots… However, we are huge fans of the season's classic options, such as the burgundy brogues (HK$3,600) and black platform ankle boots (HK$4,800) for a look that... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1589277/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1589277/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 14 Sep 2014 02:30:15 +0000 Who started it? Australian artist and designer Anna Coroneo cut her teeth selling tank tops made from dyed cotton and coloured ribbons on Sydney's Bondi Beach. She went on to train at London's Central Saint Martins and Parsons The New School for Design, in New York, before exhibiting her photographs and paintings at major art fairs, such as Art Basel Miami and the Affordable Art Fair in New York. It was the fashion world that ultimately attracted her, however, and she launched her eponymous... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1589275/behind-label-anna-coroneo?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1589275/behind-label-anna-coroneo?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 14 Sep 2014 02:30:15 +0000 It has been a slow burn for designer Chitose Abe, who started her label Sacai back in 1999, after spending eight years as a pattern cutter and designer at Comme des Garçons. At the start, she sold pieces out of her apartment in Tokyo. She then moved West, looking for investors who would take a chance on a young designer. Fifteen years on, the Japanese designer is earning compliments from the likes of Anna Wintour and Karl Lagerfeld. Lane Crawford's ears have pricked up, too. On September 4,... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-watches/article/1581741/chitose-abe-launch-exclusive-sacai-collection-lane?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-watches/article/1581741/chitose-abe-launch-exclusive-sacai-collection-lane?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 31 Aug 2014 16:00:30 +0000 Strict sense Colour has no place in Hugo Boss' winter offering as Jason Wu, the label's new artistic director, shows a penchant for monochrome pairings and precision tailoring. Structure ignites the collection with staples ranging from mid-length pleated skirts to strict, belted jackets, although nude and silver sequins on soft embroidered dresses defy the season's severity. We love the black and white bleed-stripe A-line dress (far right; HK$26,550) and the black woollen trench coat with tan... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1580836/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1580836/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 30 Aug 2014 15:30:45 +0000 Who started it? After inheriting her family’s leather company, Italian designer Luisa Colombo opened her first store in Milan in 1953. Beginning with saddles and harnesses, she expanded into handbags in 1955. The handbags quickly became known for their craftsmanship and individuality, and were made of exotic leathers such as crocodile, lizard and snake skin. Today, the brand is known for its heritage and commitment to quality. It has boutiques in Milan, Seoul and, as of June, Hong Kong. Why we... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1576837/behind-label-colombo-della-spiga?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1576837/behind-label-colombo-della-spiga?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 23 Aug 2014 15:15:15 +0000 Rattle the cage The prints and colour combinations of the autumn-winter Kotur accessories collection have been ramped up, with crystal-encrusted clutches featuring bold geometric shapes and playful motifs set against satin and velour. As ever, Kotur's classics are out in force: clutches that blend precious metals with embossed snakeskin and birdcage-inspired evening bags. We love the Margo black and gold snakeskin clutch (above right; HK$3,060) as well as La Cage Aux Folles with brocade pouch... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1572194/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1572194/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 16 Aug 2014 15:30:45 +0000 Who started it? Italian designer René Caovilla started creating beautiful, bejewelled footwear in his teens, working for the family business in Venice. After studying design in Paris and London in the 1950s, Caovilla returned to Venice, where his aesthetic interests shifted towards embroidery and luxurious detailing. As his designs gained traction within the couture world, industry giants Christian Dior and Karl Lagerfeld jumped on the Caovilla bandwagon. These days, his shoes adorn the likes of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1567461/behind-label-rene-caovilla?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1567461/behind-label-rene-caovilla?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 09 Aug 2014 15:15:30 +0000 Side effects Bally’s Bloom bag is a timeless duffel that is both elegant and practical. With echoes of Céline’s trapeze bag, the Bloom’s panels expand to create more space or can be compressed with the adjustable straps. We love both versions: plain calf leather (above left; HK$14,990) and deep tan suede with green snakeskin panels and bright yellow detailing (above right; HK$24,990). Bally is in Times Square, Causeway Bay, tel: 2506 3312. Pop stars French high-street label Kookai has tried to... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1562606/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1562606/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 02 Aug 2014 15:30:00 +0000 Who started it? Founded in 1909, Dorothy Perkins is a stalwart of the British high street. And the fashion retailer’s most popular collection, Lola Skye, is now available in Asia, offering playful, bohemian outfits at affordable prices. Why we love it: the style is festival chic meets edgy teen, with a smattering of funky prints and girly motifs. The latest collection plays around with materials such as chiffon, lace and tulle while using traditional cuts to balance some of the more eccentric... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1562605/behind-label-lola-skye?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1562605/behind-label-lola-skye?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 02 Aug 2014 15:30:00 +0000 1. Well rounded It's hard to find sunglasses that a) don't distort your face and b) aren't a drab pair of wayfarers. But now there could be an answer to all that is lacking in eyewear, in the shape of Linda Farrow's quirky collaborations with Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen's The Row and Middle Eastern designer duo Khaleda Rajab and Fahad Al Marzouq. We love the Khaleda Rajab + Fahad Al Marzouq Cat Eye Mask sunglasses (bottom; HK$2,400), with their cute pointy "ears", while the Row's round glasses... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1557255/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1557255/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 26 Jul 2014 15:15:45 +0000 1. Pretty kitty Charlotte Olympia has brought 1940s glamour to our shores with the recent launch of her first dedicated Hong Kong store. And her latest collection of sweet cat-face flats has been producing purrs of approval in celeb land, having been spotted on the likes of Katy Perry, Anne Hathaway and Alexa Chung. Eight styles are available in a range of luxurious velvets, so you can couple your favourite staples with a cheeky pair every day of the week. We love the demure Pouty Kitty (right;... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1550198/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1550198/out-shopping?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 12 Jul 2014 15:21:10 +0000 Who started it? German designer Philipp Plein’s bold and irreverent creations have won him an army of adoring fans, the ranks of which include Lindsay Lohan, Naomi Campbell and Grace Jones, no less. With runway shows featuring transgender models, semi-automatic guns and flaming cars, Plein is quite the expert at grabbing the attention. Founded in 1998, his eponymous label is now undergoing global expansion, with outlets in Paris, Milan, Berlin, Seoul and Hong Kong. It’s impossible to miss the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1534731/behind-label-philipp-plein?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/article/1534731/behind-label-philipp-plein?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 21 Jun 2014 15:45:45 +0000 While Hong Kong has long been a hub for high-end fashion; the city's identity has seen a shift - from one of indulgence, to one of more conscious inclusiveness. There's a recent generosity of spirit in Hong Kong's fashion culture that has led to a collection of labels and initiatives aiming to marry fashion with a greater cause. There's a market for this sort of engagement, too. A recent Nielsen global consumer report shows that 52 per cent of Hong Kong's respondents would be willing to pay more... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1529871/philanthropic-fashion-finds-home-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1529871/philanthropic-fashion-finds-home-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 11 Jun 2014 14:45:15 +0000