Wednesday, 8 April 2015

Passion and fascination for Isabel Marant


I hope all have a good Easter break full of rest,delicious food,outdoor adventures  and prospective ideas like me.

It was a while since I have been here as I had Easter break in Turkey . It was a nice and fully relaxing holiday. I needed to be away from english life routine for some time. Hopefully soon I will be able to share my holiday experiences over my blog in special individual category which will be dedicated only to my travelling adventures .
At the moment I am still in deep love with french designer Isabel Marant and her products which I need to show here. I love the simply bohemian chic and natural breathable wool ,cotton fabrics which dominate in her collection.



I was so excited when my parcel from Ruby and Tallulah finally arrived . Everything were packed so  clean,carefully and professionally and my all three items were with me. All brand new, untouched  and immaculate condition with labels.
It was :
 1. Rain Distressed Knitted Sweater in size french 42 which is approximately 12/14 english 
In line with the fall '14 collection's grunge mood, étoile isabel marant's 'rain' sweater is punctuated with holes and finished with a split side. This cosy piece is knitted with touches of mohair and wool. Continue the love-worn look by pairing this flecked design with faded denim. Brown-beige acrylic, polyamide, mohair, wool and viscose-blend. Slips on. 23% acrylic, 22% polyamide, 20% mohair, 20% wool, 15% viscose. Hand wash or dry clean. Fits true to size, take your normal size. Cut for a relaxed fit. Mid-weight knit.
2. Vadisse Checked Flannel Shirt in same size french 42 which is bit big for me but I like the oversize effect. I can also wear with t shirt or vest underneath
Isabel Marant Étoile's checked flannel Vadisse shirt is a trans-seasonal essential. Crafted from a cotton and wool-blend, it boasts a supremely soft handle. Style it with your favourite skinny denim and heeled boots for easy weekend chic.
Faded-red, forest-green and white, checked cotton and wool-blend flannel
Button-down point collar, long sleeves, button-fastening cuffs,button-fastening flapped chest pockets,
centre-front button fastening 70% cotton, 30% wool.
3. My first pair of Isabel Marant boyfriend printed jeans .I am privately a big fan of skinny jeans or printed trousers. Isabel Marant has got a lot to offer for me and probably it will not be my last pair from her. I love printed or embroidery style but in same time I am not so brave to mixture different colours and experimenting too much and I have classy ideology and if trousers are not plain in colour the top has to be plain for sure or eventually some very delicate or subtle motive on only. Nothing to extravagant. If trousers are plain which is very rare for Isabel Marant then We have more choices and options to combine perfect top.
Mine are Floral Digital Print Jeans Multicolour stretch cotton digital print jeans from isabel marant étoile featuring a skinny fit, a concealed front fastening, belt loops, a five pocket design and rivet detailing. Colour: white Composition Cotton 97%and Spandex/Elastane 3%




Obviously I can not wear all my products together as every is different and needs different set up but all of them i can wear with my Isabel Marant Bekett  ivory sneakers .
I bought also some taupe wool coat from danish designer Birger et Mikkelsen which will match perfectly Isabel Marant chic style . I love this simply but affectionate coat with jumper look sleeves. Mixture of pure virgin wool and viscose. Made in Italy. I have noticed only one small defect which  is that the sleeves will easy bubbling apart from that is just perfect .





Perfect way to set up something was to use my Ted Baker burgundy oxblood leather panel skinny leggings and become a good outfit.

                                               





 





To use my other parts of the lovely delivery I managed to set up another outfit 








The two last photos are my start to introduce my project Aerial Fashion Photography which I hope I will continue here in much wider field and expand more and more .This method is the alternative to standard photography like camera or smartphone . Taking photos from the air is a new method which involved special professional equipment and skills and is a perfect way to expose beauty of clothes,garments,fabrics and ready outfits .





Could be also a little different configuration with orange or ivory top and pearls necklace and Ted Baker Petra Bow Small Tote Bag in light pink. Ladylike shape, top handle bag complete with cross body strap. Metallic zip fastening, Internal zip up pocket, Printed lining.


In Rickmansworth observing nature and lake 







Tuesday, 17 March 2015

Guerlain and Dior Paris on my dressing table

On the beginning of this post I would like to share my kingdom of beauty . This is the place where I am collecting my beauty treatments and products which are great for my skin and suit my needs .
I am always trying to properly look after about my body and face and I am using high quality products which in same time are safe and not cause allergy . My skin is sensitive in some parts of my face special around my eyes and. I can not use everything. Even only selected cleaning wipes I can use to avoid itchy,swallow and red eye. Again I do not put plenty make up and  I am always trying to be natural as I can as i do not like artificial and exaggerated effect . My favourite cosmetics are Lancome and Clarins but this time I went for Guerlain and Dior . 

Guerlain is home to some of the world's most legendary beauty products.
The House of Guerlain was owned and managed by members of the Guerlain family from 1828 to 1994. It was acquired in 1994 by the Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton LVMH group, a multinational investment corporation specialising in luxury brands.
Founded in 1828, Guerlain has grown to become one of the world's most iconic, influential and respected perfume houses. Its in-house perfumers have passed their creativity and knowledge from generation to generation, shaping the history of modern perfumery by creating exceptional fragrances that have stood the test of time, trends and fashion.
Since 1828, Guerlain skincare has harnessed the power of nature though the performance of science unlocking the powerful secrets of nature’s finest creations to beatify women.  Discover the perfect skincare regime for you.
A pioneer in makeup, from the first lipstick to the first bronzing compact powder; Guerlain continues to innovate and create high quality products in exquisite packaging. Discover some of the most iconic products by Guerlain: Noir G Mascara, the Terracotta Powders or Rouge G lipsticks.
Guerlain is synonymous with couture beauty and masterful fragrance.
Throughout its rich heritage Guerlain has served a prestigious clientele, from royalty to the brightest stars. The great tradition of the Guerlain master perfumer began with Pierre-François, carried on with Aimé, Gabriel, Jacques and Pierre, and ended with Jean-Paul. Their fragrances shaped the world of perfumery as it is known today, and are as beloved now as they were when they were first created.
Innovation, quality and luxury are the cornerstones of the House of Guerlain, with beautiful objets d'art and masterful formulations that have lasted the test of time.







I have bought some smaller amounts, testers, samples of products to check how they work on me and help to perform incredible image . They are perfect for contouring face and highlighting and brighting up parts of the face which needs some touch and also they are doing great job in moisturising skin. I can easy smooth small wrinkles and cover some face imperfections. The organic ingredients of the products from Guerlain range help to prevent young,healthy and fresh look day by day
  • Guerlain Lingerie De Peau 02 Beige Clear Foundation 

Guerlain fulfils every woman’s dream by creating an all-in-one moisturising cream foundation and concealer that seems to fuse with the skin so perfectly it cannot be seen or felt. The two complementary shades blend seamlessly, creating a second skin effect, tailored to match the natural perfection of each individual complexion.
SPF 20 PA+++
Technological breakthrough: Bio-Fusion micro-mesh. Stretchy fibres to smooth and shape the contours of the face have been combined with silk and linen fibres that create an imperceptible veil of perfection for an ultimate second-skin effect. Hyaluronic acid, a powerfully hydrating molecule known for its ability to continuously capture and maintain water in the skin surface is encapsulated in the micro-mesh, and works to immediately restore youthful freshness to the complexion.



  • Guerlain Lingerie de Peau 03 Natural Beige 

Guerlain has created its first compact powder foundation so light that it blends seamlessly, like a second skin. The Bio-Fusion micro-mesh, a combination of stretch fibres and textile proteins of natural origin fuse with the epidermis for an optimal distribution of pigments. Powders, chosen for their capacity to marry a soft-focus effect with ideal coverage, fuse and melt at skin temperature. This unique technology promotes a smooth, soft and long-lasting finish, for an even complexion that remains matte and velvety all day long. Composed of hyaluronic acid, Lingerie de Peau compact powder foundation protects the skin's moisture in order to maintain its suppleness and softness from morning to night. Finally, the dream of a perfect complexion is yours. A matte effect foundation becomes lingerie, and drapes your skin with the most natural-looking veil of beauty. Its subtle vanilla-violet fragrance delicately intertwines with the sparkling scent of berries. 

  • Guerlain Rose Aux Joues 02 Chic Pink

Women change their outfit, lipstick and handbag each day - so why not their blush? Rose aux Joues reinterprets blush with a duo of colours to combine and adapt in endless ways. A dominant shade to make cheekbones blush and its smaller counterpoint for a savvy mix or a striking juxtaposition full of vibrations. All your make-up desires are satisfied... 

    Absolutely feminine, glam, rock or pop, anything goes to create your look and give your complexion delicious colour tones.
    The blush has a slight shimmer and is a gorgeous warm pink. The highlighter/contour shade is matte and very light, perfect for alabaster complexions. The blended shade is a pretty warm pink, but I prefer the blush shade all by itself.

  • Guerlain Terracotta 4 Seasons 08 Ebony

 Provides 4 shades with perfect gradation of caramelised tones-Blends together to match different skin colour or season-gives you a naturally tanned complexion all year long-lightweight & enriched with pure gold-makes your skin stay luminous & chic. 
From winter to summer, the tone of the complexion changes. This is why Guerlain has created Terracotta 4 Seasons, a variation in four steps to sculpt your tan all year long. The perfect gradation of caramelised hues, these four shades can be endlessly combined and layered, depending on your desire, skin tone and the season, for an authentic tan and an incredibly natural result.
The complexion is sun-kissed with a sheer finish, both radiant and matt. The natural effect is irreproachable and the tan seems reinvented. 
My palette is quiet dark but I bought for the reason to use as a bronzer to highlight and contour face shape. My  face is a square and needs some modelling to make her bit more narrow optical than is in real.
I am using all of the 4 products from Guerlain however I am not really convicted to the compact foundation and prefer my forever apricot light creator from Yves Saint Laurent. It is much lighter,subtle and smother effect on my skin and is not rolling or peeling off like the compact one.
Apart from that all the products are exceptionally high quality and very practical and useable. 




Another set of products which I respect very much is a Dior range included Dior Instant Eye Make up remover,Diorshow brown mascara and Dior Capture Totale multi perfection concentrated lotion.

Christian Dior (21 January 1905 – 23 October 1957) was a French fashion designer, best known as the founder of one of the world's top fashion houses, also called Christian Dior, but now owned by Groupe Arnault.

Dior, is a French luxury goods company controlled and chaired by businessman Bernard Arnault who also heads LVMH Moët Hennessy • Louis Vuitton – the world's largest luxury group. Dior itself holds 42.36% shares of and 59.01% voting rights within LVMH.
Founded in 1946 by the eponymous designer Christian Dior, today the company designs and retails ready-to-wear, leather goods, fashion accessories, footwear, jewellery, timepieces, fragrance, make-up, and skincare products while also maintaining its tradition as a creator of recognised haute-couture (under the Christian Dior Couture division). While the Christian Dior label remains largely for women's offerings, the company also operates the Dior Homme division for men and the baby Dior label for childrenswear. Products are sold throughout its portfolio of retail stores worldwide, as well as through its online store via dior.com.
Competitors to the House of Dior include, among many, the fashion houses of Chanel, Burberry, Yves Saint Laurent, Gucci, Prada.

Instant eye makeup remover leaves a sensation of extreme softness, suited to the fine, weakened and lipid-poor skin of the eye contour area. With stupefying ease and a non-oily effect, this two-phase makeup remover comes to grips with the most resistant, including waterproof, makeup. When the bottle is shaken, the emollient crystalline oil and the blue-tinted water, rich in moisturising agents, instantly blend together to offer both gentle and effective cleansing action. Tested under ophthalmological control, this product's safety preserves the fragile eye contour area. Adapted to sensitive eyes and contact wearers. 

BENEFITS



The eyelids are perfectly clean, soft and moisturised the eyelashes supple and silky smooth.

Dior mascara is giving you extremely natural effect. I was sceptical to the brown version in the beginning but after using few times I fell in love as is perfect for causal every day make up .From now black I am leaving for special occasion and official events.
Christian Dior Capture Totale Multi-Perfection Concentrated Lotion is the first essential step of the skincare ritual and helps correct all visible signs of ageing.  Perfectly hydrated and prepared to benefit from skincare applied afterwards, the skin regains its perfection. Christian Dior Capture Totale Multi-Perfection Concentrated Lotion is suppler and more luminous.
Capture Totale intensely corrects all signs of ageing, acting upon stem cells at the heart of the skin, for radiant beauty, today and tomorrow.

Friday, 13 March 2015

Influence by Isabel Marant

Isabel Marant is a French house of fashion founded in 1994 by designer Isabel Marant.The brand was launched initially in 1990 under the name "Twen," before being renamed to Isabel Marant in 1994. Originally consisting only of a line of jerseys and knitwear, the brand is currently most popular for its shoes, which have been worn by many celebrities, including Katie Holmes, Kate Bosworth, Anne Hathaway and Hilary Duff.The first show was shown in Spring/Summer 1995. In 2000, Marant expanded her brand by adding "Etoile," which is designed to be more affordable and casual.Isabel Marant has recently agreed to design collections for high street giant H&M which sold out in minutes online causing the website to crash. The nice thing with H&M is they don't want to try to do a cheap version of your own collection… They really respect the DNA of designers.The clothing has been described as a "combination of androgynous chic and bohemian nonchalance". The Isabel Marant aspirational bohemian urbanite look is adored by fashionable women over the world 

BIOGRAPHY
Born in 1967, Isabel studied at Studio Berçot from 1985 to 1987. Two years later she created her first costume jewelry and accessories line.
In 1990, she launched “Twen”, a line of jersey and knitwear, which will become Isabel Marant four years later. In the Spring/summer 1995, she presented her first fashion show. In 2000, wanting to develop her brand further, she started Etoile : a more casual and affordable line.
“My brand has grown slowly and organically. I took the decision to build it step by step, in order to maintain full freedom and honesty in my work.”
Isabel Marant 
A spot on the front row at Isabel Marant is one of the hottest tickets at Paris Fashion Week. Since launching her accessory line in 1989, closely followed by womenswear in 1994, Marant has been a hit with models, style setters and industry insiders, who can't get enough of the brand's effortlessly hip aesthetic. Today, the label's sizzling trophy pieces continue to top every cool girl's wish list.

Parisian designer Isabel Marant founded her namesake label in 1994. Championing relaxed off-duty fashion with a romantic bohemian edge, Marant's luxury sweatshirts, perfectly cut bomber jackets and sell-out wedge trainers have become the ultimate cool-girl staples.

An iconic street-style essential Isabel Marant Bekett"s wedges trainers are the top of every fashionista's wish - list. Featuring a concealed heel for a leg lengthening boost this directional pair is a dynamic upgrade for your laid back weekends.


I know about this brand since not long time ago . I was looking for velcro sneakers wedges and I came across of this talented adorable french designer. Later on I have studied and have discover all the past and current collection from her. I love mostly the cardigans, jumpers and coats nicely decorated and embroidered . Also shoes are getting 5* from me for the high quality leather ingredient and nice and comfortable design. The most popular is the suede sneakers Bekett and Bobby . It was hard for me to understand the phenomenon of this shoes but once I bought them I want to wear them continuous .They are very versatile and goes with everything from skinny jeans to short skirt . Perfect for driving and walking long distances .Making your legs looking long,slim and effectively. They are casual and elegant in one . Isabel main philosophy is to create clothes and shoes which are chic and casual in one .The products are contradict them self . Bohemian 60' style with classy and elegant finish. 

The sneakers were bought in online store http://www.luisaviaroma.com/




They are white suede with nude-beige side part. They are quiet heavy and that fact was putting me off and delaying to buy as I like light shoes but now I can understand that they are made of proper heavy leather -suede and the sole is made of rubber. All of this is making them bit bulky but also very comfortable in same time .


My introductory day with them was in Hanwell Park and in the Holland Park in Kensington. I have worn set which included 

  • Isabel Marant Sneakers 
  • Ted Baker Natural-Ivory Mayson Leather Bag
  • Missselfridge Embellished Top
  • Guess Jeans
  • Ted Baker White Jacket
Womens elegant Mayson Bow Clasp Tote Bag in BEIGE from British designer brand. This Vintage Tote Bag features a sturdy handle strap and detachable shoulder strap, magnetic button fold over closure, front inner pocket and gold tone hardware. The spacious inner features the trendy contrasting Ted Baker print lining, secure zip pocket and side compartments. This beautiful Tote Bag is finished with the signature Ted Baker bow with metal branded stud adding that classic designer touch. A timeless bag guaranteed to match any outfit this season. Highly functional, the shoulder strap detaches to transform the bag into an evening style, whilst the internal zipped pocket will keep all of your belongings secure. Lined with a funky dog print pattern, this versatile piece is the perfect addition to your collection. 


                                            



   


                        

                 

 





And a different version with Isabel Marant Jumper for a Kensington trip. I love the new Isabel jumper which is made of alpaca wool and mohair,acrylic and polyester blend .So warm, fluffy and cosy felling like a little polar bear. Isabel Marant camel-burn-copper,cream and antique rose colours. Owel colour block knitted sweater.