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On the Runway: Sonia Rykiel
2008-03-03 16:30:00 Feel good, fun shows are expected from one of our favourite designers, Sonia Rykiel and last week in Paris, she didn't disappoint. With models skipping down the runway, the catwalk was filled with the usual stripy knitwear, dolly bird dresses, trapeze-like coats in vibrant hues and mini frocks embossed with shiny swarovski crystals. Looking for your very own ... More About: Runway
Just In: Mulberry Fuchsia Bayswater Bag
2008-03-03 16:11:00 Think Mulberry and the words 'safe' and 'traditional' often spring to mind. Well, safe and traditional no longer, the British brand has been reinventing themselves of late. Just in, the latest addition to the sell-out Bayswater line, the Mulberry fuchsia Bayswater bag, in a patent so slick, you're guaranteed to outshine everyone else. At £595, the practical ...
Trend Alert: Prints
2008-02-29 16:41:00 While a star print dress may be one of this season's most requested items, we think marching to a different drum may be in order. Why not take a step forward from the crowd this spring with a printed floral frock? Our picks include See by Chloe's forest print tunic dress and their yellow and ... More About: Alert , Trend , Prints
Just In: Comme des Garcons
2008-02-29 12:25:00 With innovative tailoring a forte of Japanese label, Comme des Garcons , you'll be pleased to know that their flattering cuts have also made their new collection of shirts recently dropped instore, some of the most popular pieces this season. While there's a sedate and classic broadstripe shirt for those formal occasions, we like the brand's paste l pink shirt with contrasting yellow placket. ... More About: Menswear
Mothers Day Gift Ideas
2008-02-28 11:09:00 Need a little inspiration for Mothers Day this Sunday? Thankfully Start are here to make sure your very special Mother gets what she deserves. Why not spoil her with REN’s Moroccan rose otto body wash. A luxurious body wash formulated with Moroccan Rose Otto Oil, one of the world's most expensive and revered essential oils. The ... More About: Ideas , Gift Ideas , Gift
New from Marc by Marc Jacobs
2008-02-27 16:27:00 We’ve got a mid-week treat for you to end February with a smile. Check out our new Marc by Marc Jacobs goodies online now. With the buzz words being pattern and colour right now splash on some geometric with this block print dress, as seen in Grazia modelled by our very own Brix! Perfect with the ...
Rick Owens at Paris Fashion Week
2008-02-26 12:50:00 Earthy tones and cascading layers were what blessed the Paris ian runway on Sunday at Rick Owens. Renowned for his couture detailing, Owens once again managed to amaze us with his Autumn Winter 08 collection. Combining soft cashmere and mink in hues of olive against heavy black wedge boots, inspired by the American Sculpture Lee Bontecou. Get ... More About: Fashion , Paris Fashion , Paris Fashion Week
Belt up
2008-02-26 11:35:00 While you may be scouring the glossies in search of the latest 'it' bag or as it looks this season, 'it' shoes, at Start, we've noticed that belts are the newest addition to the must-have accessory line up. And the rules? Well there's only one really: the more unusual your belt is, the better. Worn cinched in ... More About: Belt
All Black Toy Watch
2008-02-22 16:04:00 As seen in Grazia, this yet to be released all black Chrono Toy Watch is set to be a scorcher. Born from the unique Italian label who work on the desire to bring a new ethos into reality, creating inspiring pieces for those who do not wish to go unnoticed. This all black masterpiece features ... More About: Black
Cutler & Gross - Belle de Jour
2008-02-22 12:07:00 Start staff were given a special preview of the Cutler and Gross Autumn Winter 2008 collection this morning - and what a treat! Inspired by cult film, Belle de Jour, the women's range is filled with frames that are seductive, mysterious and glamorous, epitomising the films' lead actress, Catherine Deneuve. Always cutting edge, we were all enamoured ...
Laced with Prada
2008-02-21 16:04:00 The runway was graced with lace on Tueaday as Miuccia Prada unveiled her Autumn Winter 08 collection in Milan. When speaking of her inspiration for the collection (a piece of lace in her study that she first chose to ignore) Prada said “I thought using a little bit here and there is tacky, so we’ve ...
Celebrate your pins
2008-02-20 17:32:00 A warmer climate to come means the legs can come out of hibernation and Start have got some beautiful ways to flaunt them! Hurrah! Just in is this gorgeous purple skirt from Vanessa Bruno. Not only is the shade amazing, but this skirt also features unique pleat detailing and a large pocket. It's also available ... More About: Celebrate , Pins
Tie me up, tie me down
2008-02-20 17:26:00 While our new Made to Measure store is offering a wide array of dapper suiting, it's the standout printed ties that have caught our eye. Ideal for jazzing up any three piece number, we're quite fond of Miu Miu's most recent designs. The first, a Miu Miu embroidered patchwork floral number in lovely blue and grey hues ... More About: Menswear
Trend Alert: It?s in the bag
2008-02-19 18:50:00 With totes, clutches and oversized hold-alls in all manner of exotic skins seen on the arms of fashionista's around town, we have been eagerly anticipating luxe accessory designer, Pauric Sweeney's bag-a-licious version. The wait is over. Newly in, is this metallic python number with its glossy scales teamed with buttery tan leather straps. A statement on its own, ... More About: Alert , Trend
Mr Start Style
2008-02-18 18:19:00 We know we keep harping on, but down at the Start office, we're all enamoured with our new Made to Measure store, so much so that we'd like to pack up and move there permanently! Located at 40 Rivington Street, the store stocks our very own label, Mr Start, as well as Aquascutum, Peckham Rye and Miu Miu. We've ... More About: Style , Menswear
Richard Nicoll at Start
2008-02-18 16:13:00 Start are pleased to announce the arrival of Richard Nicoll in store and online right now. The Central St Martins graduate has gone from strength to strength with his final year collection bought by Dolce and Gabbana, he has now successfully built up a client list to include Tracey Emin, Bjork and Kylie. His unique pieces ... More About: Start
Go West(wood)
2008-02-15 11:30:00 Our legendary Vivienne West wood made just another Valentines day a lot more meaningful in our hearts yesterday as she wooed us with her presence at London Fashion Week. The reason for this (we know it’s been a while!) was to showcase her second line Red Label. When speaking of showing in London again she said ... More About: Wood
Vaishaly going, going, gone?
2008-02-15 11:23:00 Celebrated facialist, Vaishaly Patel's skincare philosophy has always been refreshingly simple: "You don't need a lot of different products to achieve beautiful skin", so when it came to creating her own signature line she knew what would work: simple, sublimely scented products using only natural and organic ingredients. We're all fans of her moisturising creams, ideal for re-hydrating and ...
Richard Nicolls at London Fashion Week
2008-02-14 17:36:00 Brix has been in the hussle and bussle of London Fashion week and as promised, will be giving you up to the minute verdicts seconds after the shows! Watch Brix give the latest scoop on Richard Nicoll on his eight season! You need to a flashplayer enabled browser to view this YouTube video More About: London Fashion Week , Week
Happy Valentine?s Day from Start!
2008-02-14 17:27:00 We'd like to wish everyone a Happy Valentine 's Day. Check out Oakley who's recently been working on our mens made to measure store. He's our super interior designer and all round man that knows how to get anything done from sorting out photocopier paper jams to sourcing that 60s Murano light fixture. He's entered into the spirit of ... More About: Start
What We Want for Valentine?s Day
2008-02-14 11:27:00 At Start, we've been die-hard fans of the cocktail ring for quite a while now, but Karen Walker's take on the classic bauble has us all up in arms. And with statement jewellery the buzz word of the season, what better time to sport an oversized trinket. Just in from the Antipodean designer, an oversized coral ... More About: Valentine
Love to Love
2008-02-13 15:26:00 Love is truly in the air here at Start and we know you’ll want to dress to impress Thursday evening so here are some style ideas for your night of passion! Ladies a sweet and flirty solution is our Lungta De Fancy white ruffle trim dress, sure to get you noticed. If you feel like going ... More About: Love , Menswear
On the Catwalk: Louise Goldin
2008-02-13 11:45:00 While it was only her second season showing on the runways, there were high expectations for Louise Goldin's space-age knits this London Fashion Week. The young designer renowned for turning the frumpy sweater into something sleek and sexy proved once again that her label is one to look out for. The result? An Eskimo-inspired collection filled with fur ... More About: Catwalk
Brix at London Fashion Week
2008-02-13 11:40:00 In need of fashion fix? Look no further fashionista's! Brix will be giving up up to the minute news direct from the buzz of London Fashion Week .You need to a flashplayer enabled browser to view this YouTube video Watch Brix sporting the new Pauric Sweeney bag with a flashback of hot metallics! More About: London Fashion Week , Fashion Week
Mr Start Made to Measure
2008-02-12 19:25:00 With our new Menswear Shirting, Tailoring and Made to Measure store (otherwise known as Shop 4) in the pipeworks since last year, we were slightly worried that our mannequins would be left wearing nothing but plastic bags. But as the doors opened on Saturday we can report that the shop floor was brimming with luxury stock. With pieces from our ... More About: Start
Comme des Garcons wallets
2008-02-12 12:23:00 Struggling for Valentine's inspiration? Look no further - here at Start we've decided to let everyone in on a little secret. While Comme des Garcons are renowned for their distinctive take on fashion, it's their line of leather accessories which have us all talking - we think their luxe and superbly crafted wallets are a must-have, no matter what the ...
Cutler and Gross Sunglasses
2008-02-11 19:15:00 The must-have item this London Fashion Week? Sunglasses of course! As luck would have it, here at Start, we have a lovely selection of Cutler and Gross frames guaranteed to set you strides ahead of the fashion pack. Our tip? We think (as with many things) the larger it is, the better! Our favourite is an octagonal ...
Biba at London Fashion Week
2008-02-11 18:27:00 There was no rest for the wicked yesterday as Brix Smith-Start headed for the Biba show at London Fashion Week ! With inspiration drawn from the fairytale artwork produced by LA based artist Camille Rose and Gustav Klimt. Richly embroidered silks were layered and draped in the most exquisite manner, creating a look that can only ... More About: London Fashion Week , Fashion Week
London Fashion Week
2008-02-08 16:08:00 With London Fashion Week just around the corner, Start have decided to join in the week's events with a special window installation filled with bursts of colour and a pop edge (pictured right). The inspiration? We spoke to Brix Smith-Start who says: "Well, it's really refreshing to see candy colours again coming out of the blacks and ... More About: London Fashion Week , Fashion Week
Nudie Jeans Amnesty tee-shirts
More articles from this author:2008-02-07 16:03:00 Swedish denim label, Nudie Jeans , have collaborated with 30 artists worldwide in a joint effort with Amnesty international. The result? A range of printed graphic tee-shirts inspired by the 30 articles of the Declarations of Human Rights. Our favourites include tee-shirt no.2 and no 21. As percentage of each sale is donated to Amnesty, you'll stay ... More About: Shirts , Nudie Jeans , Menswear 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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