Hermes collaboration with Colette – Forget me not, illustrated scarf by Coco

Liberty of london collection – Manolo Blahnik for Liberty

Richard Weston exclusive at Liberty scarves room – Longchamp magic scarf, winter 2010

Straight from the myths and legends of ancient Greece comes ‘’Mythology’’ – the stunning new AW2010 accessories collection from Forget-Me-Not. Inspired by characters whose tales of heroism, romance and

mystery have captured mankind’s imagination across the centuries, designer Coco’s digitally printed, 100% silk scarves and turbans depict scenes straight from the well-loved fantasies of times gone by. Here we see the winged horse Pegasus take flight, whilst the sea goddess Calypso, the god of sleep, Morpheus and the snow nymph, Chione, weave their magic spells on the mortals they treat as mere play things.

As always, the Forget–Me-Not muses appear in the form of delicate female characters depicted in dream-like scenarios. Fine featured and full of mischief, these sylphs are surrounded by winged creatures and fantastical beings including horned beetles, ornate shells and regal birds of prey. Twisted ropes of pearls are entwined through elegant turbans whilst Coco’s unique geometrical abstractions beckon you on a strange journey through her imagination. In a palette of ocean blues, dusty pinks, rich greys and midnight black, each scarf design comes in three colour ways, on which brighter hues are set off against a backdrop of neutral tones to give each composition a beguiling sense of depth. Moreover, with every design meticulously rendered by hand, this latest collection in the highly successful Forget-Me-Not series serves as a covetable extension of designer Coco’s work as a sought after fashion illustrator.

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Fleet Ylia is a taboo-breaking accessories label which brings together the skill of classical training with the imagination and artistic vision of its founder, Ilya’s pieces range from corset-like hardness and waist clinchers to extravagant masks and head pieces. The creations for both men and women are encompassed by three lines: classic, concept and restraint.  The concept line is a space for Fleet Ilya to experiment with the bazaar while mainting an artistic vision. With an eye towards the unseen, Fleet Ilya’s concept pieces are couture accessories. The restraint line has roots in the fantastical elements of the imagination, Flett Ilya’s restraint line is simply the epitome of luxury bondage.

Fleet Ilya continues to explore the relationship between organic forms and constructivist design principles with his Autumn/Winter 2010 collection.  It is a succinct collection of twelve unique styles, which consists of a selection of three cuffs, four belts, three shoulder bags, a day/overnight bag, and an evening clutch.  Each item serves as an exemplary study of compositional form, craftsmanship and utility.  Ilya’s use of thicker, durable leather and large brass hardware alludes to his traditional training as a saddler in Coventry, and gives the collection a strong sculptural appeal.  The entire collection is made from black calfskin and suede, with the contrast in textures adding an additional layer of depth to these unique designs.

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Throughout the summer KesselsKramer London and the legendary Parisian store colette will undertake an exclusive shop swap. colette will holiday on Hoxton Square, bringing with them hand picked products and artwork of some very special French friends.

In return KesselsKramer will take over colette with unique art work specially created for the collaboration by Erik Kessels, along with a range of our best titles and products.

COLETTE ARTISTS AT KK OUTLET
We’re very happy to welcome a collection of amazing artists to KK Outlet including graffiti artist Monsieur Andre, illustrator Darcel and the beautiful work of painter Irina Dakeva…

Andre is the infamous French graffiti artist well known for his distinctive stick-figure character Mr A which he paints on walls as well as naked women. He is also renowned for his le Baron club nights, his Love Hotel in Paris and marriage to Uffie. The work at KK Outlet will be a collection from his recent colette show including customised surf boards and limited edition silkscreens.
Darcel is the alter ego of Rinsen collective member Craig Redman. His illustrated blog, Darcel Disappoints, chronicles one disappointing moment after another as the protagonist navigates his way through everyday life in downtown New York. Work from this blog will make up his show at KK Outlet included a large figreglass Darcel!

Irina Dakeva produces impossibly beautiful water colours. Her work was recently featured in the new Breakbot video, Baby I’m Yours, out on Ed Banger records. We will be screening the video alongside Dakeva’s original water colours.

COLETTE PRODUCTS AT KK OUTLET
colette have hand picked a special range of products to bring to London including nigh on impossible to find book titles, the latest music releases, customised surf boards, the coolest fold up bike ever created and products you never knew you needed never mind wanted.

We have also produced a collection of collaborative products including “divided loyalty” scarves that allow you support both KK and colette and a yes/no cube that makes navigating relationships easier.

* The very special collection entitled « Nothing to lose, Crocodile! » will be available at Colette from March 1st to April 3rd, 2010
The whole jewelry wardrobe of a true bejeweled woman is made in a whole crocodile skin : loops, circles, squares are cut up with shape cutters to build necklaces, bracelets and earrings. The remaining skin shape is the ultimate jewelry piece to wear around the neck or to hang up to the wall as a «wall jewelry». Pink or emerald crocodile pieces enhanced with cream pearls beads and coppered metal elements questions the «tape-à-l’oeil» concept of luxury designs.

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** BOA0310, 5 meter of rope embroidered with cream pearl beads and Swarovski stones, will be available at Colette from March 1st to April 3rd, 2010
This single jewelry piece has been created especially for the launch of Maia Adam’s book Fashion Jewellery : Catwalk & Couture

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The muse finds herself transported in ink into three distinct fantasy worlds, which serve as stages of what must surely be a most marvelous adventure.  In one instant she sits amongst an explosion of oversized lilies and musical notes, which swirl around bending bars of sound.  In another she stands holding a deck of cards, seemingly beckoning us past a grouping of feathers and flamingos to take a closer look.
The third is a boudoir abstraction of whirling timepieces, mechanisms, and upholstery finishings.
Strong geometric shapes and backgrounds serve as a counterpoint to elegant drawings and swirling realities, giving the sublimely feminine illustrations a stronger, modern appeal.   Each scarf design comes in 3 colour ways, in which brighter and more neutral tones are carefully considered and utilized expertly to give each composition a unique appeal.

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For the Colette team, it is a dream come true! No more long lines on rue Royale: finally a Ladurée mini-corner at Colette with the classic flavors in rotation and a brand new Colette flavour of cotton candy. Macarons will exclusively be available in this irresistible collector polka dot box! available Now on Colette online

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