A designer to follow: Kara Ross

As far as new designers go, Kara Ross already has made a name for herself and her work has been featured in magazines such as Vogue US or Harpers BazaarUS. There is very little doubt that her style will translate overseas.

The designer has a real ability in retouching the classics and add a modern twist. Her pieces are strong yet understated. A look that works for everyday as well as for evenings.

Her rings and cuffs are especially vibrant and would highlight most black and boring wardrobes. Let's not forget a lovely and simple but remarkable collection of bags as well.

Let's wait and see but it would be a shame if no one saw the potential in Kara's collection.

Prices vary between 150£ to much more...
www.kararossny.com

STYLE SURGERY: HIGHLIGHTING A BLACK OUTFIT

Many fashionistas opt for black as a style signature. I cannot blame them, being myself a great fan of the dark... Not only does it suit most people but black also presents many advantages such as:

1. Easy: never goes out of style

2. Chic & cheap: black is elegant. One can find even lovely cuts and material in low costs retail chains such as Zara or H&M.

3. Practical: it allows to never wonder what will match... Black goes with everything and when one has no idea when late in the morning, black is a safe bet and a Plus: it leaves more time to make up and hair....

Black however shouldn't be boring, which often becomes the pitfall of such convenience...

For this, I propose the following looks:


Cashmere Dress by Obsid: 180Euros
Tribute bag par YSL: 700Euros
Booties Marc Jacobs : 515Euros
Gold Cuffs Van der Straeten: 200Euros

Black totally is emphasized by accessories. Personally, in this case, I would avoid heavy earrings, diamond - or swarovski crystal - studs would be ideal.
The double cuff is very chic and gives an art gallerist vibe to the ensemble...

At last, the beige boots give the outfit the possibility to be worn at work as well for a - well deserved- drink after work.

Designer to follow

I was told about a watch maker based in Isle of Wight who, in 60 years of career had crafted 60 watches only.

To the example of this english watch maker, Garnazelle is not prolific a jewel designer but to arrive to such beauty might require a lot of thinking...

These beautiful "Boules d' Amour" ( "Love Balls"in english) are absolutely gorgeous and can be found in a variety of stones: onyx, catseyes, pink quartz etc.

So far, the designer is only to be found in France but I am sure such sexiness is bound to cross the channel or the ocean...

WOMEN OF STYLE ( 1)

LOULOU de la FALAISE
Fashion muse and very good friend of Yves St Laurent born in 1948, Loulou de la Falaise recently strated her own jewellery line ( www.louloudelafalaise.com).
She is undoubtedly a very stylish woman with a upscale ethnical kind of look. A mix between Old Russia velvet, Asian Corals and Chic Boheme, Loulou de la Falaise.
At almost 60 yo, she exudes a "glamour chicness" that only true sense of style can express.
I have always admired her sense of style and simply love her jewellery lines.