FashionCamp Milano 2011 Part Three: Isabella Zocchi’s Shoe Kingdom

July 28, 2011 in Accessories, Designers, Fashion, Fashion Events, FashionCamp, Footwear, Isabella Zocchi, Milano 2011, slide-show, Slideshow

On the second day of FashionCamp Milano, I discovered hidden treasures at the MAYLILY booth. The guest designer Isabella Zocchi approached me warm-heartedly yet professionally with her candy-colored shoes along with a detailed explanation of her designs, from where she seeks inspiration to the materials used and the production process. Isabella, do you know that your beautiful smiles as bright as summer sunshine can become your signature, which would allow you to make an emotional connection with your customers, thus building brand loyalty? I always have problems buying shoes in Asia; it is due to either the quality issue or too much ordinary stuff not worth the money filling the market. After meeting Isabella at the camp, I know where to buy high-quality wearable footwear of exceptional style with exquisite details. Each pair of Isabella’s shoes is handmade using the best quality vegetable tanned leather constructed by an Italian expert artisan. You will surely agree that Italian footwear and the finest Italian leather are a national treasure after reading this post. Are you ready to go on a treasure hunt?

Alice’s Land – The Rich Garden Series: Isabella Zocchi Collezioni launched two lines, “Alice’s Land” for the girls who are romantic, sweet and sexy and “Eva in the Desert” for the tasteful and stylish working women. Girls like pink. In the designer’s own words: “I aim to wow my young customers with the attractive candy colors making them as excited as a little girl in a candy store.” On top of that, glossy patent leather is the main trend this season. I reckon this pair of pink grapefruit patent leather decollete shoes is a summer must-have.

Alice’s Land – The Rich Garden Series: Acid green patent leather slingback high heels go perfect with a slinky and elegant skirt or casual capris.

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FashionCamp Milano 2011 Part Two: Evelyn La Starza the Vintage Queen for MAYLILY

July 21, 2011 in Accessories, Antique/Vintage, Brands, Designers, Evelyn La Starza, Fashion, Fashion Events, FashionCamp, Jewellery, MAYLILY, Milano 2011, slide-show, Slideshow

When I first stepped into the camp venue, I was amazed at the variety of participating brands there was. I looked among them and chose which brand to visit first. My eyes fell on the MAYLILY booth which exuded an aura of romance and nostalgia. Since 2004, when MAYLILY handmade jewellery was founded, the gorgeous designer Evelyn La Starza has meticulously designed and handcrafted each jewellery piece with vintage lace, fabrics, antiqued brass chain, pearls, Swarovski crystals, etc. in Italy. If you love the vintage and retro style as much as I do, MAYLILY’s “Vintage Lover” collection will be going straight to the top of your jewellery box wish list. I will show you Evelyn’s stunning vintage designs in a bit. In addition to the romantic setting of the booth that caught my eye, having a chance of being photo shooted wearing the jewellery items which were well-matched with my clothes as advised by the stylist made me enjoy myself there. Modeling is something that I never ever thought I could do. Well, a nice try I reckon. What do you think?

Large Vintage Lucite Filigree: The signature round flower cutout earrings and fan shaped retro cut earrings with tiny Swarovski crystals made of Lucite the lightweight transparent plastic are available in an extensive colour palette—lime, olive, tangerine, lavender, saffron—you name it. The 1960s glamorous vintage style combined with a contemporary sensibility created unique pieces which can only be found at MAYLILY and nowhere else.

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FashionCamp Milano 2011 Part One: the Most Blessed Fashion Event

July 7, 2011 in Brands, Fashion, Fashion Events, FashionCamp, High-end Casual Wear, Milano 2011, Quiksilver, slide-show, Slideshow

Event: FashionCamp Milano 2011
Venue: Spazio A Ex-Ansaldo, Via Tortona n.54, Milano
Date: 10th – 11th June

“My summer is being thankful to God” - this was the statement I made for Quiksilver‘s “My summer is….” campaign at FashionCamp Milano 2011. Indeed, without God’s blessings, I wouldn’t have been able to make it to Milan in spite of having planned for the trip for nearly a year. It was definitely the most blessed and inspiring fashion trip I have ever had. The Italian fashionistas I met at the camp are some fabulous people who have opened up my eyes to the intriguing and magnificent world of fashion.

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