I am willing to admit that I jumped onto the Twilight bandwagon- because who doesn't love a band wagon? 
Me (left) and Emma :)
Little Boots- sorry about the rubbish quality...
American actress Scarlett Johansson is to be featured in our Autumn/Winter 09 campaign, thus becoming our new image.
With the opening of 440,000 square feet Fashion Avenue at The Dubai Mall, there has been a massive increase in fashion retail offerings in the region. 
Global crisis having its pangs in all industries has not left the swimwear sector alone. Analysts predict that the swimwear sector is likely to slow down in growth between 2008 and 2014 from 5.32% to 1.69%. 
A recent report has come out with the assessment of likely impact of the slowdown in consumer spending on sales, of discretionary products like swimwear. This is one of the issues covered in a new report on the global swimwear and beachwear market, which also looks at technology, fit and styling, and competition between private-label retailers and brands. The fall-out from the global credit crunch is likely to have an adverse effect on the clothing industry for sometime.Overall, it could lower world swimwear growth between 2008 and 2014 from 5.32% to 1.69% and leaves the world market at retail worth US$13.25bn rather than US13.85bn, according to a new report. This worst-case scenario, the report says, is likely to lead to a "considerable reduction in the exceptionally large number" of swimwear brands that exist today.
Retail market in 2008
In its 'Global market review of swimwear and beachwear - forecasts to 2014' (2009 edition), it is estimated the retail market for swimwear and beachwear in 2008 is worth US$13.15bn - a 2.1% rise on the market's value of US$12.88bn in 2006. Within this, women's swimwear represents 70% of the world total value, followed by men's swimwear 17%), girls' swimwear (10%), and boys' swimwear (4%). Unit sales for 2008 are up 1.4% to 1,058m pieces. Europe and Japan/Korea have seen volume declines, while volume growth in the rest of the world averages a modest 2.8%. Overall, it is estimated that the average world retail price for swimwear and beachwear in 2008 is US$12.43. This is only marginally up from the 2006 figure of US$12.35.
While the swimwear market in total continues to face a world of no overall price inflation, the clothing industry is facing unprecedentedly high fuel costs and transport charges; volatile exchange rates; and labour shortages in low-cost economies such as China and India.
Slow Future Growth
Following the Beijing Olympics last year, the next major event for swimwear will be the London Olympics in 2012. By then, the retail market for swimwear and beachwear is forecast at US$13.51bn-representing growth of 2.7% over a four-year period. Unit sales for 2012 will be 1,099m pieces, a growth of 41m units from 2008. New demand will be outside Europe, Japan and Korea. It is estimated that the average world retail price for swimwear and beachwear in 2012 will be US$12.29. The most expensive parts of the developed world will continue to be Japan and Western Europe. This sluggish growth forecast is blamed on the current uncertain economic situation, long-term population stagnation, and the shift in branded manufacturing to lower-cost countries.
So I went into TopShop on Thursday after school in the hope that I would find a nice new pair of jeans to where to Evolution (which is today- excited!)
Ladyhawke
VV Brown
Little Boots
The summer 2009 Collection boasts fierce prints and electric hues complete with essentials including cover-ups and totes. The collection draws on global inspiration, with design collections such as “Montego Bay”, “Tokyo Station”, “Marrakech”, and “Jungle Beat”. Each collection is a limited edition, without plans for re-production when the collections sell through. New styles will be released monthly, including a couture line available early June. Eco-Panda believes that ecoapparel can be both fashion-forward and affordable, making the best of both worlds’ reality for today’s consumer.
Photograph by the great Cecil Beaton
Nina Ricci S/S 09
Cavalli S/S 09
Dolce and Gabbana S/S 09
Sweet Dreams...
B xx
Ancient Egyptians took a lot of care in grooming their appearance, and their garments were designed, crafted, and worn with great thought and care. | Fibre2fashion News Desk - India |
 The old ideas of costume for Mother of the Bride are gone. Latest trends indicate bright colors for the attire. Pastels and navy blue form only a part of the color palette.The arena is beaming with a spectrum of vibrant colors, from spring green to royal purple. Designers have come up with the bolero jacket, with different sleeve lengths. Elegant, and practical, the outfit addresses the need for a removable jacket to cover the arms that is also very fashionable. Feminine and flattering tiered skirts are showing in the store racks now. Outfits in different hemlines are popping up to keep pace with the range of wedding styles and venues. Finally, the buzz of ‘eco friendly clothing takes the spotlight in the wedding segment as well. Recycled materials are used for invitations, and costumes. Green theme reaches all the way down the wedding apparel. Organic cotton, and silk dresses that are comfortable, and breathable are growing in popularity. Click here to read the complete article.
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If you’ve never heard of boy shorts think of sexy hot pants for your bedroom. They offer full coverage on the sides and some coverage on your rear. Conservative styles cover most if not all of your rear, the more daring styles give you partial coverage. Boy shorts are figure hugging or shaping, something those of us with less than perfect bodies will appreciate. They come in wide variety of fabric choices from comfortable cotton to see through lace.
Source : amazines.com, designertoejonline.wordpress.com
Spotted buying sun glasses in Primark and now one of the Topshop models, I know we would get along just fine. Jeans is a perfect choice of clothing; be it official or for casual wears. Be, it an expensive outfit, or just a brand new pair bought with the Sunday newspaper coupons, jeans is everyone’s favorite form of clothing.Initially used as sturdy trousers worn by men, and women in factories during the second world war, the garment underwent major changes during the 50s. Introduction of bell bottoms proved that jeans can make a fashion statement. Presently, various styles from skin tight to baggies, in a wide range of colors are available in the market. Jeans with embroidery, patches, rhinestones, and many more fancy patterns are in vogue to suit to preferences of every one. The evolution of jeans will continue, and they will become more formal, leaving "dress pants" hanging in boutiques and closets in favor of pants that started as simply sturdy work pants for factory workers. Click here to read the complete article. | |||
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Oh my its ridiculous how much I love this dress. Whimsical and wearable, its just gorgeous.
