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Bacca da Silva Store Opening This Summer

Tue, 27 May 2008 12:10:51 -0400

During this Summer, Bacca da Silva is opening a showroom and retail flagship in the heart of San Francisco, CA. Highlights of the space include a natural light flooded corner location at Sutter and Mason streets, a 1,500 sq ft first floor retail store, and an upper level 1,200 sq ft design studio with showroom. Also included is an exclusive fitting area for the discerning customer looking for unique couture pieces.

Women’s Trends on Jeans Wear

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 10:05:55 -0400

Women’s Trends on Jeans Wear

A high waist adds sophistication to denim pants - takes its inspiration straight from the 1970s. It is one of the hottest looks in denim right now. Appearing in both spring and fall collections this year it's evident that these jeans are, like their waistline, on the up and up
Denim shorts are incorporated into the wardrobe again – worn with opaque hosiery, denim shorts with tights are a casual and fun way to combine several trends into one look.
Along with classic indigos, gray denim reigns confidently this fall. Washing and bleaching yield hues ranging from pale gray to lead. Brushed cottons and stretch assure comfort as well as cool edge.
After seasons of bright colors, for Fall 08/09, dark denim reappears as a chic look for denim. Tailored and structured - sophisticated approach. With the flexibility to go from day to night, black and dark washes create linear appeal and is the perfect modern look.
Dress-up denim
Stovepipe versions are tailored for a polished look
Ultra slim styles have discreet zipper details
Minimal Pocket Details
Stacked Waist
Discreet Hardware

by Bruno Lima
Contributor Writer

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Valentino's Farewell

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 12:15:10 -0500

[Portugues]

Valentino becomes a legend reaching 75 years old and celebrating the 45th anniversary of his successful career. He leaves behind numerous fans worldwide, including myself, feeling a deep sadness on losing a fashion idol. The farewell couture runway show took place in the Rodin Museum, Paris, last January 23^rd. An audience of about 700 people, including fashion editors, supermodels, actresses, and international trendsetters gave an standing ovation in his honor. Because of his achievements, a documentary is being produced about his life and career - Valentino: The Last Emperor

Carlos Miele's Fashions Continue to Grow in International Acclaim

Fri, 07 Sep 2007 19:31:48 -0400

Carlos Miele's Fashion Show at the NY Fashion Week Spring-Summer 2008

Photo by Dan Lecca

The lights make the runway glow like a bright day in Rio… Frank Sinatra begins singing to a soft bossa nova beat… and the show begins. Thirty-one enchanting pieces embodying the femininity and sensuality of the Brazilian woman float down the catwalk as if worn by the girl from Ipanema herself. Primarily made of wool, cotton and silk, the designs flow naturally and fluidly and embrace the lively and happy colors of Brazil.

Inspired by the encounter between Frank Sinatra and Tom Jobim and the famous songs that followed, Carlos Miele’s pieces capture the essence of “Brazilian-ness�?. The hues of tropical fruit along with graphic images taken from photographs of Miele’s travels bring forth the palette and pattern of these