Celebrity Must-Have Spring Heels By Casadei

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The new collection from Italian shoe brand, Casadei, is set to be the ultimate must-have item for next Spring. With leading ladies like Isabeli Fontana, Penelope Cruz, Solange Knowles, Jessica Alba and more, regularly seen frequenting the red-carpet in the Italian power heels, it’s little wonder the designs keep getting foxier.

And FashionTV have an exclusive video just for you! We take you to the heart of Milan and into the world of Casadei, for an up close and personal chat with the man behind the designs, creative director, Cesare Casadei, and of course... a detailed look at those amazing shoes!

Personal favorites of the design maven himself, are the brands ferocious “Blade” collection, explains Casadei. They got their killer name from the steel razor blade that is inserted into a two-tone strass animalier shoe... and we gotta say, any woman able to rock these bad-girls deserves a medal, because they are hot!

CASADEI - 100MM PATENT PYTHON PRINT POINTY PUMPS

But it’s not all about the highest of the high; ladies can still look vigorous in Casadei’s lower-heel designs, like the “low bridge,” which still have a sexy edge.

“Metal is a fundamental element of this collection,” explains Casadei.

While, the awesome perspex wedge heels from the Spring 2013 designs are both rigorous, light, and sexy! FashionTV LOVE the Cinderella-inspired shoe... we can just see Anne Hathaway turning up to a movie premiere in a pair of these airy beauties.

Animal print shoes in Casadei’s Spring collection are set to be all the rage next season, while the rest of the collection’s colors are simply fruity; with hues of raspberry, cherry, smurfs blue, and star anise yellow chosen to inspire passion and bring the collection to life.

More unique looks from the collection, come in the form of a clever extension of the heel that works its way into an ankle strap, and down to a sexy, feminine, V-cut shoe that sexily sculpting the foot.

There’s little doubt, this collection has a little bit of everything for all types of women. No wonder so many celebrities wear Casadei’s sex-kitten designs!

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Fashion Trends: From Men to Warriors

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Heavy wool over coats from Ann Demeulemeester, Francisco Van Benthum & Ernesto will not only keep you warm but will stand the test of time through the winter.

FRANCISCO VAN BENTHUM - WOOL BOUCLE' CLASSIC COAT

ANN DEMEULEMEESTER - WOOL COTTON CLOTH COAT

Inspired by classic silhouettes, they can be worn over a suit in the evening or on top of knitted basics during the daytime to give a sharp finish that has practical benefits.  Team them with the season’s slim fitting trousers and statement pleated skirts for a contemporary twist that will keep you ahead of the pack.

GIVENCHY - STRETCH JERSEY LEGGINGS

KARL - LEATHER COMBAT BOOTS

Give a nod to the season’s military trend with strong details from Givenchy and sturdy boots from Rick Owens or Karl by Karl Lagerfeld.

JOHN VARVATOS - FELTED WOOL KNIT BLAZER

Eye catching accessories from Cedric Jacquemyn (an Antwerp schooled, Icelandic designer inspired by the power inherent in the country’s natural elements) provide the unique finishing touches to our military inspired men.

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Lets Get Beautiful: Teasing Topknots, Bold Brows, and Neon Nails

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Funky Topknots

Time to step away from the catwalk for a moment and check out what’s been happening on the streets over the past few fashion weeks, as statement hairstyles have been flinging around -- and FashionTV is loving the fun bun!

A playful way to pull back your hair on a windy Spring day is to bun it, and there’s lots of ideas this month. Kim Kardashian and Kelly Osbourne have been spotted around New York and London in recent fashion weeks sporting the sky high, super tight twisted topknots. While back on the runway, Joanna Mastroianni set the standards for exquisite twisted updos as she showcased her SS13 collection at New York Fashion Week, and simply bobby pins and hairspray are the way to make it happen! While moving over to London, textured topknots accessorised with ribbons, scarves, and flowers were storming both the catwalk and street style at London Fashion Week.

Eyelights

Bigger is better is the motto this fashion season as filled eyebrows and look-at-me lashes are all over the runway for SS13; and makeup artists are making them stronger and thicker than ever before! Just take a look at Marc Jacobs models at New York Fashion Week -- Nars Eyeshadows in Bali and Bengali shades have been stroked to Edie Sedgwick perfection on the models nude tone faces, enhancing their natural features.

Photo taken by Vital Agibalow

Meanwhile, more statement, less “wearable” brows featured at Thakoon with super-arched, thick shadow was plastered on the models faces casting a look of severity to contrast the whimsical bird print dresses. And naturally born trendsetter Alexander Wang flip-reversed the big brow fad, bleaching away a select few of the blond models’ and sticking a platinum strip of white tape, horizontally between their forehead. So, ladies, listen up... don’t be shy. Bold brows are the number one accessory this Spring.

Photo taken by Vital Agibalow

Nail Art Brights

Nail trends are featured heavily at fashion weeks as the seasons move forward and FashionTV has selected our favorite paint jobs this SS13 for you to marvel at and try at home! Away with the nudes, we want color, adventure, and statement to scream from our nails this coming Spring, so where better to check out what’s going on than heading straight to the catwalk for some nail-tastic inspiration!

Models nails match the PPQ psychedelic SS13 collection

FashionTV loves PPQ and their psychedelic nails. With all the nude nails floating around this fashion week, we got color happy when we saw some sophisti-psycho nail art pop up at PPQ’s showcase in London. While other striking nail moments came from MAC and their bloody nail tips at Prabal Gurung in New York, The Blonds thematic nails were more than dazzling with silver-encrusted designs and a strangely split pinky nail! But FashionTV’s favorite Spring look came from the super bright Gingham prints on stiletto nails for Kate Spade, created by celebrity manicurist Deborah Lippmann... the perfect accessory for a stylish day about town!

Kate Spade gets ‘50s retro cool with gingham nails

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Florentine Fragments: Fall/Winter 2012/13 Trend Report

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Let's take a tour of its most stylish neighborhoods and see why Florence has an ambiance that can also be showcased in stylish clothing.

Let's start in Piazza Santa Croce, which plays host to the ancient Florentine game of “Calcio Storico”.  Each year, teams representing the four quarters of the city fight it out for the neighborhood.   Watching such a fierce game calls for one of Fall’s tough leather jackets and a touch of patriotism through smart accessories from Delfina Delettrez and Olympia Le Tan, which both take Italian cultural references and apply them to statement accessories.

A city of great contrasts, over in the shade of Piazza “Santissima Annunciata”, timeless pieces from Burberry Prorsum and Alexander McQueen are paired with long, soft layers from Maria Lucia Hohan.   A favorite for red carpet dressing, the young designer’s soft, sweeping designs are super feminine and have a glamorous feel that has led to an A List following.

Up at the top of the city is San Miniato, one of the most historic locations in town, with a stunning view which makes it a perfect place to take a mid afternoon stroll before watching the sun set over the city.   To make it up to San Miniato in style opt for this season’s most practical new footwear: loafers.  These elegant essentials are  perfect for Fall/Winter.   Having received an update for the new season, they now come in a plethora of materials and prints.  Find the perfect pair and they can add a preppy finishing touch to a cute shift dress, dress down a more formal look or pair them with a matching print to make a bold statement from head to toe.    Etro and Alexander McQueen have both created statement loafers in printed velvets that have a luxe touch and can be worn both day and night.

A city famous for its artisans and craft culture is the ideal place to highlight the new fascination with delicate detailing.  From hand embroidery to sequined and beaded inserts, this Fall designer’s focused on high quality and personal touches.   These details, that can vary from one item to the next, and give some of the coming season’s key pieces a unique feel.  Hand stitched edging on jackets, embroidered patterns on coats and trousers and artisan crafted jewellery are just some of the elements that have become a key trend in the latest collections.  Get the look through with hand crafted details and unique jewelery from designers such as Akillis, whose pieces caught the eye of the celebrity stylist B Åckerlund whilst on a recent trip in Florence.

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Fashion Trends: Adjustable Women’s Shoes

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Elena Cardinali's new Fall/Winter 2012-13 campaign for women's shoes is named “ADJUSTABLE”. The designer emphasized the idea of adjusting the shoes with a fashionable screw that is inserted into the heel and platform to make it shorter and more comfortable for everyday wear.

The campaign features cognac boots, black studded strappy pumps and sexy stilettos- all adjustable to fit your daily schedule. Take a look at the ad campaign and see the different styles and shoes available.

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Street Style: Men Gone Wild At Pitti Fair Florence

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FashionTV Espana turn the cameras away from the runway and over to the fashion crowds, to see what they are wearing this Winter.

From dreadlocks and “Lennon” glasses to distressed shoes with pink laces, one thing was certain; the fashion-forward, sure weren’t afraid of mixing things up this season.

It doesn’t take a fashion genius to see that Vintage pieces were thrown all over the shop, from hats to shoes, jackets and cardigans, meaning word on the street vine is to keep hold of those precious pieces, ’cause you never know when they’ll come in handy!

Meanwhile, sneakers made an appearance in a variety of styles, from distressed leathers to Gucci-laden logos, and even some electric blues.

Other looks of the day included lots of layers, mixing up prints, and plenty-a-bowler hat! Check out what’s hot in Florence with FashionTV Espana’s Street Style special:

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Conventional VS. Controversial

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High-end fashion does not always adapt to the younger generation. However, some top fashion houses have decided not to neglect the youth and establish labels more appropriate for them. Recently, Dolce & Gabbana decided to terminate D&G, inspiring us to put the spotlight on the uniqueness of those labels.

The Spring 2012 show was D&G’s farewell show. Whether it's because of the world's economic crisis or for some other reason, top designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana have decided that two labels are more than enough. This change means that there will no longer be colorful young D&G collections on the runways, no more casual designs and no more hot models in sexy D&G street fashion.

Many top fashion houses are realizing they should invest in fashion for our youth. By doing so, the younger generation will get used to the designer's collections and as they grow up will purchase more from the fashion house. Read more as FashionTV takes you on a journey through traditional fashion houses and their sub labels.

Roberto Cavalli started his fashion career in the 1970s. In 1998 he understood that elite fashion does not necessarily meet the taste of the young generation. Upon this realization, he decided to launch a more controversial line under the brand “Just Cavalli.” This sub-label has expanded and produces men’s wear, eye wear, underwear, fragrances and of course – women’s wear. If you like Roberto Cavalli's famous animal print outfits, Just Cavalli can offer you just that yet cheaper and casual.

In 1989 the late Gianni Versace decided to give a present to his sister, Donatella. He decided to launch a new diffusion line under the name Versus. According to Versace, Versus aims to anticipate new trends with a strong focus on innovation and unconventional designs. Donatella's fashion vision led the young brand to major success until 2005. Due to downturn in profits, Donatella Versace shut down the rock-chic label. Four years later, with the assistance of designer Christopher Kane, Versus was relaunched with a capsule collection of handbags, shoes and jewels.

Luxury clothes and accessories for men and women are at the heart of the Prada fashion house. In 1992 head designer Miuccia Prada decided to launch “Miu Miu.” The new brand was aimed mostly to a younger crowd and celebrities. To emphasize the difference between the brands, Miu Miu spokesmodels were always young celebrities, such as Katie Holmes, Lindsay Lohan, and Kirsten Dunst. The current face of Miu Miu is 15-year-old model Hailee Steinfeld.

Marc Jacobs is a very talented designer who collaborated with several top fashion designers. In 2001 he came to the conclusion that the younger generation deserves a cool and high-quality fashion collection. His diffusion line – Marc by Marc Jacobs – became popular with a blink of an eye. Nowadays, with the economic crisis, Marc by Marc Jacobs began selling low-price accessories – even colorful socks, key chains, cell phone cases and earphones.

Giorgio Armani's fashion house specializes in high-end fashion and remarkable haute couture collections. The Emporio Armani brand on the otherhand focuses on trends and more modern fashion. This diffusion line is best known for its luxurious and curious designs which all have a fashionable trendy switch. The faces of Emporio Armani feature football player Christiano Ronaldo and Hollywood star Megan Fox. These two illustrate the fabulous Emporio Armani combination of luxury and sex appeal.

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Versace, Cavalli, Prada, Marc Jacobs and other top designers believe there is a place for more flamboyant, casual and younger lines. Is your favorite fashion designer not listed here? If launching a more youthful line isn’t on your fashion designer’s to-do list, maybe he/she will collaborate with retailer fashion stores such as H&M like Karl Lagerfeld, Lanvin or Sonia Rykiel. Nowadays high-end fashion really isn’t unattainable.

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Fashion Trends: The Ivy League

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Who better to redefine an American classic than Thom Browne, the designer who has gained a cult following through subverting the rules of traditional masculine tailoring.  Pair the designer’s signature cropped proportions with collegiate inspired details such as striped ties and signet rigs for a new way to wear a classic look.

THOM BROWNE - COOL WOOL JACKET

DIOR HOMME - BEE EMBROIDERY POPLIN COTTON SHIRT

Add a touch of the naughty school boy with Jil Sander’s playful knitwear and bright animal silhouettes that look perfect with a slick, leather rucksack to add a grown up detail that is fun and practical.

JIL SANDER - POPLIN FITTED SHIRT

DSQUARED - TWO TONE WOOL KNIT CARDIGAN

Contemporary labels such as Iceberg and Maison Martin Margiela take us back to school by experimenting with old weaving and felting techniques to create knitwear that gives a nod to the old guard and can be layered up for clever Fall dressing.

ANDREA POMPILIO - CASHMERE FELT DOUBLE BREASTED JACKET

ICEBERG - NEEDLE-FELT COLLAR WOOL FLANNEL JACKET

Finally, add a personal touch and step into a league of your own by inserting quirky details (such as  Lanvin's bold bowties) that reflect the colours of a new reign.

LES HOMMES - REGIMENTAL CASHMERE RAW CUT TIE

BURBERRY PRORSUM - COTTON TWILL STRETCH TIE

ICEBERG - 5CM WOOL CASHMERE KNIT STRIPED TIE

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Three Trends at New York Fashion Week

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Bourgeois and Bondage

Breaking away from last season’s flower-petal prints and feminine silhouettes, this New York Fashion Week has gone somewhat S&M for Spring 2013, with leathers, harnesses, and ankle-cuffs dominating the catwalk.

BCBG Max Azria were amongst the first to show their hard- vs soft- chic look as models took to the glossy runway dressed in willowy blocks of black and white sheer, strapped in with a statement harness, which takes us back to Prabal Gurung’s Fall collection.

Jason Wu’s spring theme also took inspiration from the strong sexy woman image, and created body-conscious, provocative pieces, more subtly detailed with thin suspender straps. While over to the men, stand-out pieces at Duckie Brown included the casual draping of strappy harnesses over the models shoulders, making you wonder what exactly those guys have been up to?

Shades of Grey

From style icon Michelle Obama’s nail polish to the New York catwalks, jaded grey is the hot color of Spring 2013. With its soft and sensual tone, Prabal Gurung mixed grey dresses of trailing silk layers into their seductive collection, while Nicholas K embraced the hue body and soul, with head-to-toe combinations of grey draped jackets, silk jumpsuits, and tasseled dresses. Kimberly Ovitz, Rachel Comey, Richard Chai Love, and BCBG Max Azria were also amongst the grey parade, while designer of the moment Rebecca Minkoff incorporated shades of grey into her cool palette and peppy prints.

Brocade is Back

Every woman wants that classic wardrobe piece, and nothing says bold is beautiful quite like brocade. Baroque-inspired prints are fashionably loud says the catwalk this season, with the likes of Jill Stuart lighting up the runway with her romantic brocade dresses. But she’s not the only one, Helmut Lang dressed up a casual trouser-look with an orange-brocade biker-style jacket, or vica versa piecing a casual tee with some statement brocade shorts. Lang’s brocade palette came in hues of orange, grey, and blue. Suno’s collection also featured stunning brocade fabrics, using rich golds and silver, while over at Prabal Gurung sheened outfits took the form of interwoven silvers, midnight-blues, and more night hues on statement pieces.

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Fashion trends: The Ivy League

Who is better to an American classic as Thom Browne, to redefine the designer who has won to undermine a cult by the rules of the traditional masculine tailoring.  Pair of designer signature cropped carry proportions with collegiate-inspired details such as striped ties and signet rigs for a new way to a classic look.

THOM BROWNE - COOL WOOL JACKET

DIOR HOMME - BEE EMBROIDERY POPLIN SHIRT FROM COTTON

Add a touch of naughty School Boy with Jil Sander playful knitwear and bright animal silhouettes that look perfectly with smooth, leather backpack a grown up detail Add to the fun and practical.

JIL SANDER - FITTED POPLIN SHIRT

DSQUARED - TWO TONE WOOL KNIT CARDIGAN

Contemporary labels like iceberg and Maison Martin Margiela bring us back in the school by experimenting with old weaving and felting techniques to create knitwear that gives a nod to the old guard and dressing can be layered for clever autumn.

ANDREA POMPILIO - CASHMERE FELT DOUBLE BREASTED JACKET

ICEBERG - NEEDLE FELT COLLAR WOOL FLANNEL JACKET

Finally add a personal touch and step in a League of their own by adding bizarre details (such as Lanvin's fat bowties) reflect the colors of the new reign.

LES HOMMES - REGIMENT CASHMERE RAW CUT TIE

BURBERRY PRORSUM - COTTON TWILL STRETCH TIE

ICEBERG - 5 CM WOOL KNIT CASHMERE STRIPED TIE

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Hot Trends To Watch For 2013: Romantic Ruffles, Folky Fabrics, & Electric Brights

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Do as the designers do and ruffle things up for Spring 2013! But we’re not talking just any small frills, we’re talking oversized, statement, and sultry tousles that are set to give even the average flamenco dancer a run for their money.

One need only take a quick recap back to the Spring catwalk season to see the different styles floating around; from contrasting black and white ruffles at Balenciaga, which put a whole new spin on the meaning peplum; to romantic ruffled sleeves and skirts at Chloe; and accentuating refined dresses with organza ruffles at Givenchy.

For those of you drawn to patterns, be inspired by folky fabrics and subtle prints to give your wardrobe a romantic accent this season. From color-blocking macrame pieces, to tie-dye washes, and kindred textiles; take a tip out of the style book from designers like Tory Burch, Nina Ricci, and Alberta Ferretti for a fantastic start to a stylish new season.

Take a walk on the bright side this Spring with electric hues of cobalt blue, fuchsia pink, lime green, and acid yellow for a sure fire way to see in the wardrobe changeover with striking style. Top designers mixing up brilliant brights this season include names like Diane von Furstenberg with a plunging neck yellow jumpsuit, Rag & Bone and their contrasting lime bike jacket, as well as Oscar de la Renta.

Which Spring trend will you be following this season

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Top Trends: Super Seventies, Glittering Gold, & Skirts Over Trousers!

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The Seventies was a decade of Roxy Music era glamour, graphic neons, ethereal hippies, and of course... the catsuit! And while British designers left the catsuit revival to professional Studio 54 goers like Diane von Furstenberg; this London Fashion Week, the decade of color and charisma was used as a point of reference for some of the hottest collections for Fall 2013-14.

From glam-rock, skater inspirations feeding the latex and velvet collection at Felder Felder, to off-the-wall (quite literally) retro prints from Henry Holland and his House of Holland label, and cool bohemia from the Issa woman: London Fashion Week is screaming one message at the fashion crowds... “back to the Seventies we go!”

Few collections have passed us by without gold creeping into the new season’s lookbook. Whether the precious metallic came in the form of glittering disco boots at Vivienne Westwood Red Label, shimmering Vegas-worthy dresses from Julien Macdonald, opulent flecks at L’Wren Scott, or flashes of gold in Mary Katrantzou's strong and seductive new collection; Anna dello Russo’s favorite hue is here to stay for yet another season.

While wearing skirts over trousers may sound to many like a dubious trend, fear not fashion friends, this season the layered language is being delicately translated into a stylish nuance. From light, feminine Kaftans draped over soft leathers in complementary tones at Issa, to influences from the Nineties defining “trousers the new tights” at Mulberry, and luxe street denim boldly highlighting the trend revival at  Marques’ Almeida, we can expect all-round enthusiasm for the millennium style-relapse next Fall.

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Fashion trends: Well adapted menswear fall winter 2012/13

For the last couple of seasons the tailoring has taken over focal point for menswear.  For autumn/winter, it is important that your wardrobe with fashionable masterpieces of the catwalk a smooth new accent to.  Like Tombolini, great British tailoring at Burberry Prorsum, a wealth of options are available in different sizes and silhouettes of slim fit Italian labels.

Instead of overly formal or rigid, autumn tailoring is hot one has decidedly dandy feeling, it gives a more carefree elegance.  To go to this other play, don't be afraid to experiment, Monotones, wears a color from head to toe, classic silhouettes a refreshing variant type.   A trend that bear recently out of the shows and along the front rows on the menswear fashion weeks was spotted a tone was adopted by the style that set, looking like a fuss free way search forward fashion this winter.

Model on the right side:

CHECK PAUL SMITH - PRINCE OF WALES WOOL CASHMERE SUIT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN - FINE WOOL KNITTING ASYMMETRICAL SWEATER

DSQUARED - 2, 5 CM ACCENT STYLE LEATHER LACE-UP SHOES

Model in the Middle:

CANALI - PINSTRIPE WOOL FLANNEL SUIT

ICEBERG - 3 CM FRINGE BRUSHED LEATHER BROGUES

Model on the left side:

TOMBOLINI - WOOL FELT SLIM FIT SUIT

Depending on how far you want to go complete the look with unique accessories of IRAM Couture and walking glasses for a stylish touch or opt for subtle accents of Borsalino and Serapian, that have a timeless feel.   Both ways work with this season new customized forms and can be worn at the Office or up for drinks, depending on what kind of accessories you accordingly.  It's all about contrasting and matching that to the right forms according to the new tones, together the perfect pairing, to cut.

Add for extra points this season an eye-catching of iPad case and Tablet holder for high-tech flair.  Select you a bright metallic be in front of the crowd, or you can use a Superweiches leather case every day.   If you want to add a whimsical touch gloves or an umbrella with a detailed handle, both were popular on the runways for fall are choosing a few decorated.  It, all as a number of different topics, but focus on picking, tailoring, according to your shape, a colour according to mood and the perfect accessory, so you find a combination that style well suited for the coming season to your looks may sound.

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