That’s What the Dream Combination Is Meant To Be

October 7, 2011 in Accessories, Annapaola Rapacciuolo, Antique/Vintage, Brands, Chiara Salvioli, Classic Elegance, Contemporary, Designers, Fashion, Fashion Events, FashionCamp, Giulia Boccafogli, Jewellery, Le Chou Chou, Milano 2011, slide-show, Slideshow

At FashionCamp Milano 2011, I saw the dream combination of style and artistic creativity, which was Giulia Boccafogli‘s contemporary leather jewellery, Annapaola Rapacciuolo‘s exquisite miniature jewellery with a vintage flavor, and Chiara Salvioli‘s high quality, detail oriented fashion pieces being proudly shown off in one go. The three brilliant and enthusiastic designers from different parts of Italy got together in Milan to pursue their dreams of getting known to the world with their one-of-a-kind designs which illuminate with expertise, uniqueness, and craftsmanship. I have so much respect for you guys!

Being an architect-turned-designer, Giulia has designed jewelry collections which fully reflect proportional beauty, strive for aesthetic and structural harmony, and play around with the use of materials. Her latest collection of exclusive leather jewelery showcased at the camp is called “Leaves.” Producing this signature flower leather necklace required a lot of hand quilting and collage techniques, which took a long time to complete according to the designer and therefore no two pieces are exactly the same. Customers do not only pay for the design which is uniquely theirs, but also for the designer’s passion for perfection and handcraftsmanship. Accessorizing Chiara’s one-piece dress with Giula’s flower leather necklace was the best way to manifest the gracefulness and tastefulness of European women.

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Some Other Cute Goodies I Found@FashionCamp Milano 2011 for Hi-tech Fashion Geeks

August 2, 2011 in Brands, Eco Bags, Eco-geek-chic, Fashion, Fashion Events, FashionCamp, Milano 2011, Ninja Marketing, slide-show, Slideshow

Let’s see what other cute goodies I found at FashionCamp Milano. Ninja Marketing has launched a Ninja edition collection of Big Bubble Bags – an entire line of innovative eco geek bags made from industrial recycled materials. They come in many different colors and sizes as well as different shapes. What is particularly exciting about the collection is that solar panels are sewn on the large sized bags, which enables the wearers to charge portable electronic devices in sunlight. The Big Bubble Bags are a smart and gorgeous creation from Italy. Eco-geek-chic never looks so good.

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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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