Shorts trend

Nothing says summer like a pair of shorts and luckly they are a must-have this season. The great thing is, that you can use them for any kind of event this summer. No matter what shape you wear, the freshest way to wear shorts this season, is with tops that hit at the hip – whether wearing them at work or for a night out. Pair them with boots, stilettos or gladiators... anything goes. You'll also find shorts in the menswear department. Take a look at Dolce & Gabbana ss09 and Missoni ss09.

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  Shorts for Petite Women
  Women with a smaller stature or short legs can create the illusion of longer legs by wearing shorts with a shorter hemline. Don't be afraid of high heels; adding a heel lengthen the legs.
  
  
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  Shorts for Tall WomenTall women look extremely chic in a mid-thigh or knee-length short.
  
  
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  Flattering Shapes of Shorts
  The most flattering shorts sit low on the waist with a narrow, straight leg, but ladies with wider hips and thighs should to choose a wider leg, to minimize the hips/thighs.

Paul and Joe ss09American ApparelChloé
My version of the Chloé outfit above; long blazer, badingsuit used as a top and white jeans
Detail: studs.

100% silk dress used as a top. Black and gold statement necklace.

Statement piece: Necklace

Draw focus to your look with statement jewelry. Go ultra-luxe with a Erickson Beamon's gold plated necklace with agate and glass marble pendants or go for a fun statement piece such as Lanvin's pink lacquered necklace. Big statement pieces are also seen in Roberto Cavalli's ready-to-wear 09 collection.

Roberto Cavalli

Lanvin

Erickson Beamon

Festival chicks

Photo by Amalie Himmelstrup

These three girls, also known as my friends, got it all right; kaftan, shorts, Converse, Raybans, gold sandals, gladiator sandals with studs... Log on to http://www.roskilde-festival.dk/uk/ for more pictures from Roskilde the Festival 09. How does your hottest festival-look look like? Email me pics.

Cat walk winners

1) Asymmetric. Slip into an asymmetric top or dress for an edgy look. Top: Gucci. Bottom: La Perla.

2)Embellishments. Decorate your eveningwear with heavy embellishments for a super lux result. Top: Andrew GN. Bottom: Drew Barrymore in Andrew GN.

3) Military. Go for a more rough look with military vests and jackets. Top: Top Shop. Bottom: Beyonce in Balmain.

4) Maxi. Great for the summer's parties and weddings. For a more hippie-look go for a cotton dress or wear it with flip flops. Team a plain white button shirt with a patterned long skirt for a safari-inspired look. Top: Just Cavalli. Bottom: Emanuel Ungaro.

5) Pattern. The topper this season is patterned blouses, skirts, dresses, pants... The more the better. Top: Diane Von Furstenberg. Middle: Emanuel Ungaro. Bottom: Gucci.

Over the top shoe lovers

Like every girl/woman I love love LOVE shoes, but this bathtub from Sicis is a little too much in my opinion. No chance this bathtub will fit in my bathroom. I guess it will fit right into a cool Las Vegas hotel... The bathtub is covered in shiny mosaic stones with pretty floral and ribbon motifs. Let yourself bathe in your favorite indulgence- a pair of shiny high-heels!

Sicis showroom in New York- by luxe.tv

Vintage

The following pictures are from the book "The Collection of the Kyoto Costume Institute- FASHION- A History from the 18th to 20th Century" from TASCHEN. Sorry for the bad quality, but my scanner is out of order and I had to take the pictures with my camera. Hope they will serve you as an inspiration or please your eyes. I certaintly can't get enough of this book.

Cape; Emilio Pucci 1965-1969

Evening dress, sandals and handbag; Christian Dior, spring/summer 1956

"Little black dress", Gabrielle Chanel, 1927

Dress, Zimmermam, 1922

Mandarin coat, Paul Poiret, 1923

Dress, Yves Saint Laurent, spring/summer 1967

Vest and skirt, Yohji Yamamoto, autumn/winter 1991

Jump suit, Jean Paul Gaultier, spring/summer 1990

Top and skirt, Vivienne Westwood, spring/summer 1986

Dress, Azzedine Alaïa, 1987

Butler and Wilson

WOW! Pretty much covers what I have to say about this English company (now celebrating its 40th anniversary). I'm definitely a "bling girl", meaning I like things that glitters and to accessories my outfits. Butler and Wilson's designs are way over the top and I love it! Encompassing beautiful jewel-encrusted evening bags, exquisite semi precious jewels and dramatic hair accessories, Butler & Wilson will fire your desire for serious sparkle! The shop just off Oxford Street London is an exotic treasure trove of beautiful accessories and it's enough just to look without buying. From vintage clothing and beaded purses to sparkling necklaces and bracelets, practically every kind of accessory imaginable can be found here encrusted with semi precious stones, glittering gems, beads and sequins. You'll find A-list people such as Hillary Duff wearing some serious bling bling from Butler and Wilson. Princess Diana loved the brand as well.

Veronica Civa

Veronica Civa founded her company in 2004. Veronica Civa has her own stylish take on the latest trends from the international fashion scene. Inspired by travelling, the icons of the past and the art scene of today she creates unique jewelleries for the modern human being who loves to play with personal style, or simply pamper themselves. The 1. Collection (wooden pearls) sold to 23 countries worlwide in less than two days! The second collection consists of a unique line of handmade jewelleries in sterling silver and sterling silver goldplated with 18 carat gold. "My approach is to bring it style and to reconstruct forgotten identities - using the glamourous elgance from the 30's and unique rawness from the 80's. All together a powerfull combination of hiqh quality - which makes us remember!" -Veronica Civa.

Veronica Civa with her designs

Find Veronica Civa:

http://www.myspace.com/veronicaciva

http://www.iqons.com/V.%20CIVA%20JEWELLERIES

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=8997327251

Grønlykke, Copenhagen

Today I went to a store in Copenhagen, one of my faves, with things from all over the world; It has carpets from Syria, tablecloths from China, Japanese dolls, skirts from Vietnam (I saw them on the tripe people of Sapa), french china and much much more. One thing that always inspires me is the colors. The shops is rainbow of colors, and things seem to be as unmatching as they can get so they actually match! Some of the things are a bit pricy, but you can always get some inspiration and make your own stuff. Get your picture perfect home or just some inspiration on http://www.gronlykke.com/.