LIE SANG BONG

I would like to introduce you to the incredible designer Lie Sang Bong from South Korea.
I believe he is worthy of an entire blog.

 I discovered Lie's collection during Paris fashion week last year. I was struck by his wonderful use of colour and motifs. His ready to wear collections show the perfect pairing of architectural silhouettes with the feminine form. Splashes of rich reds and violets are among the energetic colours that define his vivid palette. His mastery of voluminous and geometric shapes, and his exquisite use of pleats bring to life a unique vision. His marriage of elegant french fashion and exquisite Oriental sensibilities generates pieces with an unmistakable visual personality that he cultivates in the most natural way

Lie's reputation is at an all time high, and he holds the status of being one of the most influencial people in South Korea. Know around the word as the "Korean McQueen", Lie has dressed word-renowned celebrities including Beyonce, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Peaches, Lindsay Lohan and Juliette Binoche.

 Lie Sang Bong Spring/ Summer 2013 collection

Lie Sang Bong's Spring/Summer 13 collection is inspired by butterflies, a symbol of transformation. The inspiration came from a sense of nostalgia for 60's fashion and the designer's childhood memories. The collection explores retro elements and transforms them into modern shapes and volumes.

The silhouettes reference the shapes of butterflies, which are interpreted in sophisticated architectural and structural forms

The collection focuses on drapery, harmonious combinations of surfaces and spaces with a mix of fabrics and details that highlight the precise tailoring of these modern classics. Multiple cuts in jackets and dresses create body-conscious shapes. Houndstooth prints in  neon and vivid red pop colours make playful colour blocking.

The use of fabrics such as silk, wool, and silk cotton make the collection soft but architectural . The main colours of the season are white, black, red and green.

Style-ikon.com stock some beautiful pieces from this collection.  Here are a  few of them:

WATCH THE CATWALK VIDEO HERE

www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXTKNfp7vjQ


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New York fashion week & fall 2013 Trends

It seems to early to be posting about trends for fall 2013 when summer is not even here. Yet, that is how the fashion world works.  If you are a serious follower of fashion and want to plan your new-season wardrobe, then following the fashion shows from New York, Milan, London and Paris is a must. 

During New York Fashion Week the world got a peek at the trends that will dominate stores during next fall and winter. It comprised of eight days of runway shows and presentations spotlighting designers from across the globe.

Designers' inspirations for their lines were as interesting and different as their collections. Mother Nature, Imperial Russia, Japan, Morocco, Alfred Hitchcock films, outer space, great American fashion icons and Brothers Grimm fairy tales were some of the themes that influenced next season's styles. Here's a look at the trends:

Fur

Sinfully soft and ridiculously warm, designers didn't shy away from using fur for fall 2013. Sable and fox and broadtail... these and more were part of the foray of furs that paraded down the runway. Some were incorporated into wraps or coats. Other times, fur peppered jackets or trimmed capelets or hemlines of dresses. Though many were in neutral tones such as black or chocolate, fur king Dennis Basso and some other designers dyed them vibrant shades such as evergreen, chartreuse or emerald to match apparel.

Tom Ford

Altuzarra

Alexander Wang

Mar Jacobs

Mulberry

Marc by Marc Jacobs

Plaid and fabric blocking

Whether checkered, tartan, or houndstooth, we will all be marching straight into fall 2013 with a wardrobe of plaid jackets, dresses, trousers and more.For a few seasons, color blocking was all the craze. Now clothes are getting more creative with multiple prints, textures and fabrics. Who said diamond, leopard and circular patterns in contrasting colors can't live in harmony in a single sweater or coat?

Emerson

Victoria Beckham

Carolina Herrera

Victoria Beckham

Jason Wu

Antonio Berardi

Burberry

Black and White

The most classic of combinations. The strong twosome will be carried over from spring summer into autumn. This trend was also evident at the start of London fashion week, see Burberry below.

Burberry

Burberry

Burberry

Antonio Berardi

Alexander Wang

DVF

J Mendel

Other trends: 

Deep necklines and sheer formal wear:

Gowns drew drama from severe-yet-tasteful plunging necklines. Backs followed suit, with deep V or scooped cuts. Sometimes backs were fully exposed but remained modest with sheer paneling.

Sparkling embellishments:

Glitter fell like a coat of freshly fallen snow on pieces accentuated with beading, sequins, crystals and other eye-catching embellishments. Some creations were head-to-toe sparkle, while others used glitz as a way to add a pop of visual interest and glamour.

A dose of color:

Chase away winter blues with bold hues. Neon pink, orange, lime, berry and cherry red  were among the more popular, either as accents to more subdued colors or as an all-over look. Fall floral prints also brightened ensembles. At the opposite end of the spectrum were iterations of olive, plum and oxblood.

Cozy chic:

Sweatshirts were a staple of some collections, sometimes paired with a blazer or layered over a dress for an outfit that marries comfort with style.

Slender silhouettes:

Menswear, especially suits, ran slim, reminiscent of styles from the 1960s.  Women's designs also were body-conscious, thanks to slender pants and figure-flattering dresses. Coats, however, tended to mirror this year's boxy fit and at times featured oversized lapels. Sweeping capes and wraps also were common

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Spring summer trends 2013 from Style-ikon

Welcome to my first blog. I have just launched my website Style-ikon.com, the first collection is a small selection of clothes, bags and scarfs for Resort 2013. Ter et Bantine, Cutuli Cult and Civette mode are the designers.

Resort collection offer an insight into spring summer's biggest tends. Resort fashion has improved over the years, predicting the key players of the season.

The trends for spring summer 2013 are

Stripes and checks
Clash bold stripes and checks in monochrome

Snakeskin
The animal print of choice for spring is snake in vibrant hues. Civette mode python skin bag below

Florals
Graphic, no pretty. The new florals are anything but passive

Skirts
Let a statement skirt do the hard work

Sheer
Peekaboo sheets and see through panels are the subtle way to expose yourself this summer

Shine
Glimmer with satin fabrics

Tailoring

The trouser suit has come in from the cold. The two piece suddenly feels fresh.

Sleeveless jackets are a short cut to summer smarts

All clothes are available from Style-ikon.com