MADEMOISELLE ECONOMIST

THE KEY PIECES FOR FALL

2016-09-11T18:32:00.000+01:00

The four pieces you need for transitioning into fall.

Shirt Zara. For an awesome alternative from ASOS click here

Key piece number 1: A striped shirt - because a) one can never have enough shirts and b) fall comes with the ideal weather for wearing shirts. A striped oversized poplin version will add some masculinity and lots of effortless style. It also matches perfectly our key piece number 2 - keep scrolling.

Dionysus bag by Gucci here

Key piece number 2: The bag that has taken over Instagram and is probably on a very very large number of wish lists - The Dionysus bag by Gucci. Which ever incarnation of the bag you choose ( embellished, black suede, blue suede or light brown in medium) it's surely going to be an investment piece that will stand the test of time so go ahead and make the investment.

Alexander McQueen sneakers here

Key piece number 3: The new IT sneaker will give the white-sneaker obsessed a wardrobe revamp. This pair by Alexander McQueen is perfect for kick-starting the new season in style and comfort. Get them here before they're gone.

Scarf by Gucci here

Last but not least, key piece number 4: A printed scarf - a trending piece among the fashion squad. Worn as a neck scarf, on your arm or wrist or simply tied on a bag, a printed scarf will compliment any look while adding personality. This one by Gucci is a definite show stopper.

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PYJAMA SUIT

2016-05-05T15:11:00.000+01:00

Luxury Pyjamas inspired, nautical cues, 70s vibes.

Hard not to love.

Luxury Pyjamas have been having a moment in recent seasons. They have inspired many of the fashion flock who graceful wore their pyjama-inspired matching separates on the sidewalks of shows during fashion week and not only. Their looks were anything but undone; the effortlessness of the pyjama-like ensemble was perfectly balanced with heels, a polished face and blow dried hair. For Summer 2016, the pyjama game was even stronger on the catwalks of fashion houses.

The pyjama-inspired pieces I fell in love with are by Max&Co.and have also been worn (and perfectly showcased) by brand ambassador Olivia Palermo. Max&Co.'s take on the trend is perfect for many reasons. The vertical stripes of the matching separates bring a nautical vibe that is far from the cliché and is both classy and on point for summer. The elongated silhouette of the pants nods to the style muses of the 70s, and when matched with the shirt and its androgynous references, they exudes a sense of boldness similar to that of the power suit. This combination of traits and the overall vibe it radiates make it hard not to love it.

Shirt, trousers, sunglasses and shoes by Max&Co.

PRINT

2016-04-25T19:19:00.000+01:00

A spring classic.

Floral prints are undeniably synonymous with spring. Although I'm a minimalist at heart with black and white pieces occupying ninety eight percent of my wardrobe, when the the right print comes along it's hard to resist its appeal, because prints have a power of their own.

This Max&Co. printed silk Georgette dress, with it's fluid silhouette and oversized fit is the definition of the ultimate printed spring dress. Its print is captivating, it has just the right slits and it's so comfortable that it can even be worn for running errands around the city on a Saturday morning. The best part is that its girly vibe can be perfectly juxtaposed with white sneakers but at the same time it can rise to any occasion, paired with strappy nude sandals. What's not to love about it?

Dress and bag by Max&Co.

PEP-START YOUR EYES

2016-04-18T17:38:00.000+01:00

Like coffee for your eyes, this eye cream awakens eyes in seconds.

And like coffee, it's essential.

Let's face it - busy life, sleep deprivation, stress and everything that comes once you grow into adulthood is not so generous on the eyes. Puffy eyes and dark circles make their statement on your - hashtag I Woke Up Like This - face and most likely answer the question of "How was your day?" without you even having to speak. Resorting to covering up the signs of busy life under layers of orange colour correctors, concealers and make up is the short-term solution. Finding the right eye-cream is what you should invest in for the long-run.

This tube of magic by Clinique called pep-start is the ultimate eye fix that hydrates and brightens up your eyes, leaving you looking like you've had a good night sleep - tried and tested.

THE TECHNICALITIES

Pep-start is an instant brightening and hydrating cream that features a blend of peptides (7 to be precise) that help combat the visible effects of busy life. These peptides help in maintaining your natural collagen reserves which are put to the test and are threatened by stress, fatigue and lack of sleep.

WHY I LOVE IT

It's lightweight and refreshing and you can feel it working within seconds. The applicator allows you to easily apply the pep-start eye cream in circular motions, massaging the under-eye area and the upper eye lid, while it preps the area for makeup.

Have you tried pep-start? Do you have an eye cream you swear by? Do tell!

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ON SPRING COATS

2016-04-09T11:13:00.000+01:00

Max&Co. coat and bag

Finding the one.

With spring finally upon us it's time for wardrobe updates and new wardrobe entries. Right now, the No. 1 entry should be a spring coat.

Coats and jackets - or more correctly the right coats and jackets - have the capability to improve any outfit. Any understated outfit, be it a simple dress or denim with a plain t-shirt, can be immediately be transformed from basic to great, with the right coat. While the "coat talk" may be a traditionally Fall/Winter topic, typically covered extensively in the glossy pages of September Issues, let me just add that not all outerwear is created equal and not all coats are winter coats.

As coats and jackets have such an impact on outfits, don't be quick to dismiss their power when the weather gets warm and be sure to trade you winter heavyweight pieces for a spring coat that will last. If your style leans towards minimalism, then outerwear is definitely something you should invest in.

This navy Max&Co. spring coat, with its subtle egg shape, its kimono closure and its oversized epaulettes is a classic, but a statement piece nonetheless, that is able to make any outfit look good, any time of the day. Although it stands out on its own, with its three-dimensional double weave fabric and detailing giving it a strong sense of character, it can be styled in countless ways - over black skinny jeans, a black cami top and Max&Co's metalic leather Derby shoes, over a romantic white mini dress that juxtaposes its boldness or as I wore it - with the ultimate flared jeans and a bright mini bag, as downsizing is a must when it comes to handbags.

What's your perfect spring coat?

Coat, jeans and bag by Max&Co.

WHY THE SHIRT IS ANYTHING BUT BASIC

2016-03-27T17:44:00.000+01:00

This season the shirt has been given a new lease of life.

Shirt by Zara

The shirt is nothing new for sure. It's a tried and tested wardrobe essential but right now, it's anything but basic. This season, it's been given a new lease of life and it's having a major fashion moment. From the classic borrowed from the boys button-down, to modern updates with asymmetrical hemlines, the options out there are currently endless.

Here's what you need to know about wearing the shirt this season:

1. Colour and fabric are key - Crisp white, light blue or fresh white and blue striped cotton shirts are this season's heroes.

Asos white shirt here (left), Caroline Constas striped shirt here (right)

2. Keep the vibe more undone - slim fit shirts are best avoided and kept strictly for work.

Avelon Cape shirt here

3. Look for a defining detail, such as pleated details or an open back. This one by Cheap Monday definitely ticks all the right boxes.

Cheap Monday open back shirt here

4. Try a button-down with a twist - Classic but contemporary at the same time, this TOME shirt is not just a shirt; it's a statement piece.

TOME shirt here

5. Shirt "derivatives" are also trending. These include cotton-poplin, shirt inspired tops in a myriad of incarnations. This on-trend off-the-shoulder top by J.W.Anderson below is on point.

J.W. Anderson off-the-shoulder top here

Pairing the shirt (and its derivatives) is easy as it is such a versatile piece. However, nothing beats the shirt and denim combination. A denim cropped flare is a perfect match. For a casual ensemble pair this look with sneakers. If you want to take it up a notch for an evening look, mules or a pair of lace up heels will do the trick. Finish off with gold jewellery. See this season's best gold pieces in our post here.

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NEED TO KNOW: HIPHUNTERS

2016-03-14T13:41:00.001+00:00

Coco's Liberty rings / Hiphunters here

Looking for a hip place to hunt for exceptional pieces?

Searching and finding the next cooler than cool e-commerce destination is not an easy task. The web is so congested and little gems offering you exactly what you've imagined may not make it on your screen. But I have a name for you - Hiphunters.

Hiphunters is a global fashion platform with designer pieces from the big names of high fashion to little known boutiques and studios and it takes only a few scrolls to fall for its curated collections. From unique jewelry for the devoted minimalist and not only, to dresses for any occasion, Hiphunters may have all that your heart desires.

The Hiphunters platform, aside from its own market of exceptional labels, allows you to browse through a curated collection of online partner stores which include Matches Fashion, Farfetch, Selfridges and Luisa Via Roma, delivering you even an greater number of fashion finds in one place.

Niza Huang ring / Hiphunters here

My wishlist already includes Coco's Liberty bolt ring and Niza Huang's pinkie ring from Hiphunters market, Rosie Assoulin's Bidi Bidi Bom off the shoulder top (as a wardrobe is incomplete without this season's cold shoulder trend), a print silk twill scarf by Dolce and Gabbana (because neck scarves rule this season) and Gianvito Rossi's 'Janis' sandals.

Start hunting for your new wardrobe favourites here

GOLD TALK

2016-03-06T17:55:00.000+00:00

The gold pieces you need to buy now.

Gold can have such an impact when it comes to styling outfits. Many jewellery pieces can do that but I find that gold adds its own kind of magic that can't be replicated by silver.

This season I'm obsessing over Chloe's pieces - their boldness and design make it had to ignore them, but I'm also falling hard for Jenifer Fisher's designs.

They seem like the perfect pieces to lift up understated outfits and any minimal ootd, and especially the S/S 2016 hero - The shirt.

Keep scrolling for what we've shortlisted.

Shop them here: Chloe Earrings Jenifer Fisher Cuff

Shop them here: Chloe Earring Isabel Marant Cuff

Shop them here: Charlotte Chesnais Ring Rosanica Ear Cuff Chloe Ring

Shop it here: Chloe Necklace

Shop them here: Chloe Earrings Pilgrim Cuff

Leave us a comment with what you've liked, loved or hated.

THE BIKER

2016-02-13T16:29:00.000+00:00

Why the biker jacket is a wardrobe cure.

A close up shot of my biker jacket reminded me of all the things I love about it. The stitching, the padding, the bold silver zipper against the total blackness of the leather. Not many everyday pieces spark this romanticism. But it embodies exactly what I love in clothes; it's black, it's bold and it has character.

By all means though, the biker jacket is nothing new. Ever since making its comeback, around 2012, thanks to the influence of high profile fashion houses and street style icons - the biggest since it made its name in the era of Marlon Brando, it has been on the menu every AW season that followed. Making it on the cover of the 2016 January issue of Vogue, worn by Gigi Hadid, is proof that it's still running strong for yet another fashion calendar season.

From designer collections of the likes of Celine and Burbery Prosum a few years before, to more recent collections of the likes of Saint Laurent, the biker jacket has by now climbed down to the masses and is available at pretty much every reputable high-street brand, and in pretty much every available cut, length, shape and colour. It's also fair to say that it has landed itself a special place in the wardrobe of every style conscious woman and man.

Demystifying its appeal is no challenge; it's easiness comes without the sacrifice of character. It's also perhaps the most versatile of the outwear family. It does it's magic, be it with denim and a plain top or a laced dress or even a floor length evening dress. It's a wardrobe cure for any day because it does something very simple but often hard achieve; it can be worn with anything and everything.

So here's to another season of the leather biker.

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THE BEST BAGS ON SALE

2016-01-03T00:50:00.000+00:00

Stella McCartney Falabella here

Grab them before they are gone.

Saint Laurent bag here

The secret to buying smart during the sales is to spot those modern classics that will still be relevant in the coming seasons.

Having searched through the main online luxury retailers, here is a shortlist of the best designer bags on sale to invest in now.

Just click on the one you love to be redirected to the store.

CLAY MASK

2015-12-15T17:56:00.000+00:00

Searching and finding it.

When it comes to skincare, my expertise is simply limited to finding products that read "combination skin". I'm also the type of person that will typically forget to remove makeup before dragging myself to bed and I will also consistently fail to apply moisturizing cream at least half of the days of the week. Despite my idiosyncrasies in sticking to a beauty regime, I'm fully aware that skin needs nurturing and I've started from the basics - proper cleansing. Aside from makeup removing products and my beloved Avène cleansing soap, I've been on the hunt for a clay mask. While I still haven't found exactly what I'm looking for (which is clay that comes in powder form) I was recently at the KORRES counter and as soon as a read "Natural Clay" I picked it up and headed straight to the cash desk. According to the label it is "A refreshing mask that removes impurities and deeply cleanses the skin".The cleansing effect is good enough and it is definitely a decent product to use once or twice a week.

More masks to try

STAN

2015-11-08T21:12:00.000+00:00

Stan. Still running strong.

Not many things last more than a season or two in fashion. That's what probably makes it fascinating but also keeps the industry moving. There are however some items that have made it - that have survived the fashion fad test and climbed to the status iconic pieces.

Among the camel coat, the Chanel 2.55 and the Kelly there's also humble Stan. Not many sneakers make it to those heights, but something about Adidas Original's Stan Smith, first issued in 1971 and reissued in 2014, made it possible. Maybe it was Phoebe Philo who wore them on the runway in 2011 or Vogue Paris infamous editorial photo of Giselle wearing nothing but soccer socks and Stans in 2013, followed by fashion influencers trotting around and snapping their Stan's in instagram squares during fashion weeks. Many people gave this now more iconic than ever sneaker the push, but the shoe itself offered something highly desirable that possibly made it a success to the mass market; it combined comfort with the seal of approval by influencers. There was a pair of sneakers that was OK to wear with dresses instead of annoyingly painful stiletto pumps. Now, more than a year after the first wave of craze around the white sneakers that was shortly followed by another wave of craze for Adidas Originals Superstar (find them here) , both are still running strong and have established themselves as style essentials.

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BEAUTY TRENDS: BROWS AND SKIN

2015-09-29T18:45:00.000+01:00

The beauty trends and the products you need to know for the season, for your eyebrows and skin- from a product that claims to give you the appearance of having had an eight hour sleep to the gel that will keep every brow hair in place while nourishing and conditioning.

Defined Eyebrows

Seems like the "Cara" brow is here to stay. While bold brows have been around for seasons, this fall the trend is more refined.
A subtle ark and a more groomed feel are this season's points of difference.

1. Bobbi Brown Brow Pencil here

2. Bbrowbar Eyebrow Gel here

3. Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Primer here

4. Bbrowbar Highlighter here

5. Bbrowbar Brow Pen here

6. Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Kit here

7. Bbrowbar Brow Kit here

Natural Looking Skin

Give contouring a rest and go for a more natural looking "dewy skin" makeup.
The look entails a clean, healthy looking skin with just the right amount of radiance
and rosy cheeks.

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Keep it together

HAPPILY GREY

2015-09-03T18:03:00.000+01:00

Grey, versatile, Speedway.

Grey can stand for happiness. Especially if we put it in the context of clothing. It's such a versatile colour in most of its shades and it's the ultimate canvas for building up an outfit. Or as in my case, to just let it be, along with other wardrobe basics. And like any canvas or like any ingredient (if you are more into cooking than art), it needs to be good because good basics - like good ingredients - matter for the end result. This Speedway grey top ticks the box with its softness and details. As an originally sport luxe brand, Speedway combines comfort and quality. It's newly relaunched line, takes a more contemporary lifestyle approach to clothing while retaining its signature sport luxe look. This definitely adds to the versatility of its pieces. See the whole collection here .

Wear your Speedway grey with

BEACHWEAR

2015-08-06T16:44:00.000+01:00

Stay cool.

What to shop now.

Anice dress via elle-est-grece, here

Gypset

Bohemian vibes meet jet-setter. Elle-est-grece, the online shop is definitely the one-stop destination for resortwear and more, that's gypset in the classiest of ways.

MORE GYPSET

Tied Sides One Piece, Free People

One-piece

Give your bikinis a rest and go for a one-piece.

MORE ONE-PIECE SWIMSUITS

Palm Espadrille, Free People

Espadrilles

Beach wear and resort wear should command only two kind of shoes. The obvious one is Haviannas. The second is espadrilles. Aquazurra's take with the 'Belgravia' espadrilles is undoubtedly this season's favourite. Add to that Topshop's lace-up espadrilles in green khaki or leopard, as well as Manebi's Amazonia snake-effect leather espadrilles.

MORE ESPADRILLES

Elle-est-grece beach pouch, here

Beach accessories

Beach accessories don't have to be boring. The Elle-Est-Grece beach pouch is kind of essential.

Choose between red & ivory and green & ivory.

MORE BEACH ACCESSORIES

Elle-est-grece beach towels ( pink here, azur blue here, aubergine here, yellow here)

Beach towels

Elle-est-grece's beautiful handwoven soft organic cotton & bamboo towels inspired by traditional Hammam bath towels, are the only choice. Get them here

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THE CUFF EFFECT

2015-06-14T14:19:00.000+01:00

Armed with cuffs.

Having over-consumed statement necklaces, which now serve as interior decor, neatly stacked on something that's supposed to be a cookie jar, I have gradually shifted to 'more subtle less statement', jewelry pieces - "skinny" jewelry to be more precise and specifically skinny cuffs to be more exact. While on their own they may be prone to over-subtleness (and superficially speaking, may not give you that je ne sais quoi you are after) stacked together they deliver the very much opposite. Discrete yet impactful. Neat yet bold. Thanks to Zara, the above came as a set.

Are you convinced yet?

Arm yourself with skinny cuffs below

PURO GIVEAWAY

2015-06-06T11:13:00.001+01:00

We've teamed up with Puro Greece and we're giving you the chance to win accessories for your gadgets,
designed with Italian style.

Puro is the No.1 company for bringing the world of fashion and design into the field of technological devices. Its products are not only meant to protect your devices; they improve them and add a touch of Italian style.

Two lucky winners will win Puro accessories.

Prize No.1:

The Puro Power Bank that will keep you charged wherever you are

Prize No. 2:

The Puro Tablet Bag that will carry your tablet in style

See the prizes below!

The gifts will be sent to the winners directly from Puro Greece.

The giveaway is open for Greece and Cyprus.

Enter the giveaway through the widget below, by signing into one of your social media profiles or using your email. For extra entries complete the below mandatory steps:

Follow Puro Greece on instagram @purogreece
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SPRING LEATHER

2015-04-14T14:59:00.000+01:00

Transitioning.

Anyone with (almost) a whole wardrobe dedicated to black and white separates probably understands the challenge with spring. Everything floral and bright comes to challenge your so called style manifesto. And yes I am guilty for submitting to the floral pressure a couple of times (and the evidence is here). Although I don't hate it, I don't love it all of the times. So here I am with another black on black outfit with a dose of white and white rubber soles. While leather might be controversial for spring, it somehow feels right and it somehow has great potential when put into the context of spring. It kind of unfolds a dozen new prospects for leather and here I am again philosophizing fashion.

So I throw ball in your court and ask; leather for spring?

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CAMEL

2015-03-26T16:54:00.000+00:00

The one.

While some trends feel like one-hit wanderers, the came coat has managed to pass the fad test. Every season that commands to wear a coat, the camel coat is there, acting like the wardrobe savior, waving the effortless and timeless style flag. Whether you are into minimalism, maximalism or dressing as a rebel without a cause, the camel coat will fit in and give that something else that makes everything look better. Finding the perfect camel coat is however a different story. But when that perfect camel coat comes along, you suddenly (and happily) wish for spring weather to get stuck in traffic for a little longer.

Coat from Sheinside

TALKING SNEAKERS AND MANDARINS

2015-01-05T19:08:00.000+00:00

'Tis the feel good season.

Perhaps the fashion epiphany of the past year was the reinforcement of the sneaker obsession. While the previous years wormed us up with the Isabel Marant wedge sneakers (I still ponder if they fit into the sneaker category or not - but you can buy them here and here as they are still running strong) and with the New Balance sneakers, 2014 was the year white sneakers became "it". Most of us jumped on this bandwagon of the bleached rubber sole "epiphany" not because of fashion victimization but because they feel good. And they look good with anything.

But today, alongside the blogger of HashtagIeatout (#ieatout), we're not only talking sneakers - we're talking all things "good" because it's early in the new year and all things good fit well with new year's resolutions; the one's we are hoping to keep. So together with the feel good factor of sneakers we've added a feel good dress and a feel good [Moschino] bag of mandarins. Because mandarins are trending and they're pretty good as well.

Head over to HashtagIeatout for all nutritional information and for more doses of food and fashion.

Happy 2015! Don't forget to eat your mandarins.

HashtagIeatOut is wearing a dress (as a skirt) by NatarGeorgiou (here), Stan Smith Adidas Original Sneakers (here), H&M top (similar here and here), Dior So Real Sunglasses (here) and Chanel bag (similar here).

ON SIMPLICITY

2014-12-29T14:43:00.000+00:00

On clean and simple dressing.

The elements to minimalism and simplicity - black and white. Boring? Maybe, depending in which school of thought you belong to. But I find that minimalistic clothing clears my head, allows me to think and declutter. Kind of the reverse of the cliche "I dress according to my mood". What I wear is the determinant variable in my equation. Too philosophical? Probably. So I'll stop somewhere here.

Wearing: Zara Jeans (similar here), Topshop top (similar here), Zara Jacket (similar here and here), Zara chocker (similar here), Ray-Ban sunglesses (here)

ON BLAZERS

2014-12-17T19:38:00.000+00:00

Why you need more.

Where do I start with blazers? Perhaps a top-down approach is in order.

I have great appreciation for anything that can be labeled as belonging to the family of jackets and coats. Blame genes and my mother for that. Beyond the warmth that this "family" of garments is designed to provide, you can't ignore that they are outfit makers (or brakers). Perhaps even more so than shoes and bags. Think about it. Regardless of how "it", "in" and bedazzling your shoes are, think about the impact a tuxedo jacket or that perfect camel coat would have? In my humblest of opinions, the jacket family can take you from A to B 90% of the time.

But today the spotlight is on the blazer - as the item du jour or perhaps more correctly stated the item of the past 1/2 decade.

Firstly brought to the attention of women by Yves Saint Laurent in the mid '60s, the blazer began its journey in the female wardrobe as 'le smoking'. In recent years, it has been celebrated on the catwalks of Stella McCartney, Victoria Beckham, Celine and Saint Laurent and it has been a signature piece season after season. The blazer -slash- tuxedo jacket, embodies a unique mixture of minimalistic and androgynous lines that feel very much today. Regardless of how trends and fashions progress, season-in season-out, this item is perhaps one of the few constant reference points for ce qui est style. Why you need one or more? Because it can "make" your outfit, its clean-looking, its versatile, it kind of makes you look more serious and most importantly it doesn't require much effort. Its very effortless in Parisian way. Who doesn't want more of that?

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THE KNITWEAR WE LOVE

2014-12-01T10:28:00.000+00:00

The Knitwear We Love is Max & Co.

If there is something one needs to have in piles during winter, that something is definitely knitwear. A great knit can be your fail-proof wardrobe staple that will keep you warm without losing style points. It will match perfectly those biker trousers and with the same ease, it will perfectly contradict that ultra-feminine skirt.

Undoubtfully, knitwear is something worth celebrating so Max & Co decided to lead the way with the "Knitwear We Love" event.

Mademoiselle Economist joined forces with Nicholas of FashionMegaWatts at the event, to create a fashion story.

Surrounded by rails of stunning pieces and cosy knits you want to wrap into (and never wrap out of) the Max & Co. store became our playground.

The results? Keep on reading.

BOLD PRINTS & KNITS

A beautiful knit featuring a faux fur panel, perfectly juxtaposed with a pair of animal print trousers with a silky-feel, finished off with laminated gold sneakers. Because it's sneaker season after all.

THE ALEXA

The floral jacquard Corolla dress is reminiscent of an English garden and transits you to a different area. We gave the dress a twist, turning it into a skirt and making the print pop by throwing a navy blue knit on top. We added a furry bag to the mix, which gave the look a je ne sais quoi feel.

The overall vibe? Very Alexa Chung.

THE MODERN CLASSIC

A classic knit matched with the perfect leather trousers. As Nicholas put it, "less is more".

SEQUINED STORY

Another outfit celebrating the very definition of juxtaposition. A soft knit contrasted with a sequined mini skirt. The two pieces complement each other bringing out the best of both worlds.

FUR-ED UP

We styled this statement piece - a tri-coloured faux fur- with a wool-blend navy blue knit. The knit we chose was the same we used for the Alexa look. Proof of how versatile knitwear can be, no?

THE PERFECT COAT

The perfect coat to style a knit is probably this knee-length, colour-blocked coat with camel as its base. It reflects sophistication with an edge and its definitively an investment piece. Matched with blue trousers that will work any time of the day, we came to the conclusion that these are perhaps the wardrobe essentials we all need.

How do you wear your knits?

View more on Fashion Mega Watts here

Styling and Photos by Nicholas Papantoniou of Fashion Mega Watts

All pieces Max&Co.

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INTRODUCING NC2

2014-11-19T21:24:00.000+00:00

The label to note and a date to save.

If I had to shortlist my favourite fashion designers down to five, Natalie Constantinidou would be topping my list, next to renowned names of the global industry. Why? Because her collections always involve bespoke tailoring and pattern cutting and because every piece she designs exuberates style. After all, her pieces have been worn the amazing Natalie Joos and not only.

The label to note and today's focus, is Natalie Constantinidou's diffusion line, NC2.

NC2 offers a variety of limited edition pieces inspired by the street style of the four fashion capitals and while it is more playful and colourful, it still bears the designer's signature style.

''It was about time for me to be a little bit more playful with prints, colours and textures. My philosophy for this collection was quite simple: ''Let's have some fun'' "

Natalie Constantinidou.

What is appealing about the new line is the everyday spirit it embodies and the versatility of the pieces. The collection's pieces can be worn with dramatic ankle boots during daytime (think Balenciaga's Ceinture ankle boots - yes I'm still obsessed) and dressed up with lace-up heels or pointed pumps for the evening.

My personal favourites - everything peplum.

Love the collection? Save the date and head down to the Natalie Constantinidou store (Andrea Zakou, Limassol), on Saturday November 22, from 10am to 3pm.

For more stunning pieces click over to Natalie Constantinidou's e-store here.

MaxMara FASHION MEETS ART

2014-11-12T14:16:00.000+00:00

Where fashion meets art and where fashion meets philanthropy.

MaxMara and the MaxiMa boutiques team organized an outstanding fashion show last night, which was hosted in the stunning space of the A.G. Leventis Gallery. All proceeds were donated to the Cyprus Anticancer Association, making this event even greater in importance.

With models parading through the corridors of the Gallery and through the bedazzling works of art, each look was showstopping. The innate tailored perfection that characterizes the house of MaxMara made it hard to dismiss any single item and I can say with confidence that I need everything in my wardrobe right now.

The Atmosphere

Elegant and inspiring.

The Show

Masculine, clean cut lines yet with the spirit of the woman of today being reflected in every piece. While every single item was alluring in its own way, the leopard print cape, the midi length vest and the snakeskin skirt where the highlights of the show.

The Attendees

Everyone you expect to be at a great event.

Standout; Joanna Moyseos of joannalovesfashion.com wearing a NatarGeorgiou dress and a Prada clutch.