NYFW 2018 - Brandon Maxwell Fall 2018

New York Fashion Week! Frankly this is one of the most exciting times of year for me (rivaling Christmas) where we get to indulge in fantastic new collections from established brands and new designers are unveiled.

This post, we're talking about Brandon Maxwell, by no means a new designer, however, his is a new name to me. And I have to say, I am glad to have stumbled upon this collection. The Autumn, Winter collection consists of 38 looks, the theme (as said by Maxwell himself) is 'relaxed glamour'. I would imagine this to refer to the addition of pockets, slouched fabrics and basic white tee paired with the gorgeous satin like fabrics, evening dress and sparkles. My favourite combination in this entire collection had to be the pairing of the super sexy high slit in the skirts and the fluffy sliders.

I loved the decor chosen for this runway; dark, dim with the theatrics of smoke. His runway consisted of many big-named faces, such as Gigi and Bella Hadid, Romee Strijd, Joan Smalls and one of my favourite faces: Karlie Kloss, At the time of year the show took place I couldn't help but think that this was a subtle salutation to Vday, however, this following quote from the designer himself concludes the collection perfectly:

“Every woman is not just going to a black-tie event every night. They have places to be!”

Watch the RUNWAY

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ILLUSTRATION: Dolce and Gabbana

'Did you draw this?'

Lately, I keep getting quite a few of this particular question. Frankly, it is one of my favourite questions and a compliment within itself. Every time I get asked this question, I find it very very hard to maneuver my head through a doorway. 

So, here is one of my latest illustrations. Obviously, I just cannot seem to get D&G off my mind. So this was a past illustration of mine, I decided to revamp it as, honestly, I just did not have the time or energy to start from scratch. The majority of my illustrations evolve from a sketch in pencil - or mechanical pencil because I am just that uncultured. I use a mixture of pencils - my favourite being 4B and B and my blending tool of choice is a (clean!) cotton bud.

After I have my finished sketch, I ideally would scan my image onto the digital world. However, as I am a newbie and lack the funds, I opt for a photo on either a Pixel phone or a Samsung Galaxy S8. Once the image has transported itself magically to my PC, I can freely use Adobe's fantastic software to edit, add colour, textiles and the finishing sparkles. Swipe in some rouge, add a touch of hairspray, maybe a label and Voila!

If you fancy having a look at the fantastic collection this was based on: CLICK HERE
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WISHLIST: Gucci

Dayum Gucci...

So we all have some sort of a bucket list right? A list of must-do things before you die? Alongside mine, pinned to my mental moodboard (highlighted in fuschia) is my must-buy list. This is a list of items I NEED to purchase in my lifetime in my search for eternal happiness and self love. Sure, a bag may not fulfill that, however, I can dream.

As many girls do, I always dreamed of being able to purchase a Chanel handbag. I imagined one day strutting into Chanel, receiving the 5-star treatment from the staff, skipping home with my Chanel shopping bag and somehow surprising myself with the bag. I haven't worked out the specifics yet.

That being said, I think these beauties are sneakily creeping up my wishlist! Gun to my head, if I HAD TO pick, I'd opt for the Sylvie, because to me it's the most iconic and eye-catching in look whilst being the most versatile. I do imagine my wardrobe would need to consist of more red/green but let's not get hung up on all the minor details...

Sylvie leather mini bag

Dionysus leather top handle bag

Nymphaea leather top handle bag

My absolute favourite features on this new collection is the combination of styles that the brand has used. I love the addition of the athletic style stripped strap on the Dionysus and Nymphaea as well as it's functionality. I love the gold hardware featured in all three because personally I think it's the most versatile and one I never have trouble incorporating in my wardrobe. What tops it off though, it the use of thick bold stripes in red, green and navy, I can't even explain why, I just adore it!

Do you guys have a must-buy list? If so, what does it consist of?
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