Tuesday, May 31

The "Violet Haze" at Bec & Bridge

   
Bec & Bridge's RAFW 2011-2012 "Violet Haze Collection" was my absolute FAVOURITE collection of the week... It was the very first show for the week in the OPT and it was BEYOND FABULOUS!!



The Violet Haze collection took me back to the late ‘70s in New York City as it was obvious the designers muse was Lauren Hutton – American model and actress.
Lauren Hutton

The collection is feminine and effortlessly sexy with a mix of the sheerest of fabrics, patent leather and the softest figure hugging suede.



Two stunning prints feature throughout - The first named “Chrysler - was inspired by New York landmarks” says the designers, which feature abstract shapes on a soft cream backdrop.  The second print named “Dahlia” is a kaleidoscope of floral colours.


The "Chrysler" print... BEYOND STUNNING!


The "Dhalia" print
P.S. My BEYOND FAVOURITE dress of the entire week... I can't wait to get this for Melbourne Cup!
Loosely fitted long skirts with thigh high splits, along with the sheerest shirts emphasise the relaxed feel in the collection.


Accessories are a massive style feature of this runway show as the renowned Australian Label Akubra collaborated with the designers to create the special “Bianca Adventurer Fedora”. The limited edition fedora is available in shades of lilac, khaki, blush and magenta, and is lined in Dahlia printed silk exclusive to Strand Hatters of Sydney and online at Bec & Bridge.
The "Bianca Adventurer Fedora" in Magenta is BEYOND STYLISH!

The “Chrysler Heel” was the other MAJOR accessory on the Bec & Bridge Runway. The spectacular stylish two toned suede shoe with gold detailing is available in 5 different shades which were designed to work with the collection. The shoes are available EXCLUSIVELY through the Bec & Bridge online.

The "Chrysler" Heel - My favourite colour...

Take a look at the remainder of this BEYOND BEAUTIFUL collection...


















AUGURI to Rebecca & Bridget on a BEYOND AMAZING collection...

To view the entire "Violet Haze" collection click through to the BEYOND ADDICTED Facebook page!

Ciao!
Luciana

 
 

Monday, May 30

Arrivederci Fashion Week!! Arrivederci Maggio!!

After an eventual month it is time to say Arrivederci to Australian Fashion Week...

For the second time I ventured to Sydney to tackle the manic paparazzi and flawless fashionistas running for the front row at Rosemount Australian Fashion Week. Working front of house at such an event brings with it GREAT experiences. I meet quite a few interesting people and have hilarious memories of B-listers having tantrums that they weren’t placed in the front row.

I must admit though, I was star struck on more than one occasion. Not from Australian celebrities but from journalism royalty like Jackie Frank (Marie Claire), Kristie Clements (Vogue) and fashion editors like Christine Centenera (Harper’s Bazaar).

Only just yesterday my mum asked me “was it (RAFW) worth it?”... My response without hesitation was “YES!”

Not only did I have an ALL ACCESS pass to all the shows on site at the OPT; I also got to work with some of the most lovely girls who were also a part of the Miro House team. PLUS I spent a week with the delightful, hilarious and BEYOND GORGEOUS Tania Debono (a.k.a Cakeface)... Not only did Tania make me feel welcome in her adorable Darlinghurst flat but our never-ending conversations about our daily activities were the best way to end the day (or pass out from exhaustion)... 

In my next blogs I will showcase my BEYOND FAVOURITE designers and their BEYOND AMAZING collections... Stay tuned!

Ciao!
Luciana

Friday, May 27

The Beginning

Benvenuti, Bienvenue and Welcome to BEYOND ADDICTED....
Today is a mile stone for me as I finally begin my blog... A blog I have wanted to start for over a year but I have put it off with the excuse "I'm too busy". However, daily I find myself spending hours scrolling through my favourite websites admiring everything that is BEYOND. Soooooo I thought I would share my finds of the FINEST things I love...

BEYOND is a word I use a lot...

BEYOND ADDICTED
BEYOND BEAUTIFUL
BEYOND CHARMING
BEYOND DELICIOUS
BEYOND ENJOYABLE

It's the way I express the extent of my love for life, fashion, art, food and travel....

I hope you enjoy my blog and let me know what you think is BEYOND in your life!



(I would also like to thank Ryan Moyle for designing my BEYOND STUNNING logo)

Ciao!
Luciana