Since Denis Colomb Lifestyle began in 2004, the subtle palette and superb quality of their scarves and shawls have appealed to the sophisticated traveller such as Haider Ackermann – the Paris-based fashion designer – to Carolina Irving – the NY-based textile expert – to Victoria Brynner – the LA-based producer. In the past three seasons, designer Denis Colomb and his wife the photographer Erica Lennard have branched out to create effortless dresses, jackets and coats and other timeless essentials. Colomb and Lennard – who spend 6 months a year residing in Nepal as well as being in charge of a privately-run orphanage – prove that when working closely with locals, extraordinary tradition and workmanship can be preserved yet represented in contemporary fashion.
If you haven’t heard of Italia Independent’s line of sunglasses, either you’re missing out or unaware that the I-I design is theirs and the best selling style is called 090. All the international chics like Diane von Furstenberg and Lee Radziwill to Fernando Alonso, the Formula 1 champion own an I-I pair. Italia Independent began in 2007 with the idea of revitalizing the ‘Made in Italy’ image. Run by Andrea Tessitore and Lapo Elkann – the grandson of Fiat’s Gianni Agnelli – the company merits interest by being effortlessly elegant yet being innovative with their choice of the latest in technology materials. Their other popular items include hats, sweats and sneakers.
Calling all shoe addicts, check out Paul Andrew. The New York-based Brit is one of the rare and young designers to be found at Barneys, Bergdorf-Goodman, Neiman-Marcus and Saks. The shoes vivid colors are achieved via triple dye technique while his teetering heels are comfortable due to well-applied extra padding. Andrew earned his stripes working for Alexander McQueen, Narciso Rodriguez, Calvin Klein and Donna Karanand, judging from his three seasons,
Paul Andrew's 'Sultan' python boots
such well-fathomed experience has seriously paid off.
Italia Independent's Lapo Elkann and Andrea Tessitore sporting I-I 090 sunglasses
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