Coccodrillo has long been Antwerp’s shoes shopping destination and now across the street they have expanded with a men’s emporium. Designed by Gert Voorjans the new shoe boutique is a two story art-deco inspired space featuring retro accents, abstracted chandeliers and, of course, great shoes, including such brands as adam kimmel, lanvin and dior. I’m [...]
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A Couture Prediction…
So, the UK pavilion for the Shanghai world Expo was just recently completed and it’s already making headlines worldwide and for good reason. It’s phenomenal, composed of over 60,000 transparent rods creating a form that appears weightless and ethereal. What was the first thing I thought? I think we shouldn’t be surprised come next couture [...]
The Outstanding Michael Howells
Fashion show designer and art director of film, photo editorials, ballet, and theater are just some of the fantastic feathers of expertise in the hat of Michael Howells. Our fascination with Mr. Howells began with Dior’s Spring Couture 2007 production, something that I can only describe as a transcendental experience (see video below). It’s his [...]
