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The World of KOTUR: Three ways to wear… Summer Nights Chic

kotur — Thu, 25 Jul 2013 09:53:17 +0000

Summer nights – so full of promise, parties and opportunities to dress up. Whether it’s a beachfront party or a sleek city bash, summer soirees demand a certain sexy approach that’s season appropriate but still bang on the fashion money. Here are three surefire ways to work the look.

1. The Printed Frock: As seen on Jessica Alba, a printed dress works perfectly for a slice of grown up summer chic. Keep your prints directional, your shapes simple and your accessories statement (and don’t be afraid to clash your colours here, either,) and you’ll be set with an outfit to see you through many a summer evening. Pictures: Jessica Alba in Mary Katranzou, McQ by Alexander McQueen pattern lace dress, Mary Katranzou woodland printed dress and Gianvito Rossi gold and perspex heels all from www.matchesfashion.com, J Crew green boucle dress and McQ by Alexander McQueen Kaleidescope dress both from www.net-a-porter.com and KOTUR Aqua Globe available here.

2. Little Candy coloured Dress: Sienna Miller knows the power of a short, summery coloured dress paired with sleek accessories for a knockout look. Take yours in candy colours and your accessories in cool metallics for the sweet take on summer nights. Pictures: Sienna Miller at the Premiere of The September Issue, mint green Band of Outsiders dress, lilac Tibi dress, nude and pink embroidered Alice by Temperley dress, pale pink Valentino dress and Kenneth J Lane earrings all from www.net-a-porter.com, pale pink Alaia frock from www.matchesfashion.com, silver metallic pumps from www.jcrew.com and KOTUR Morley in embossed croc available here.

3. Statement Shorts: Supermodel Candace Swaenpoel is a vision in summery chic in her crisp white blouse and sparkly shorts. Wear yours in bold colours and prints with simple silk blouses for an easy take on the look. Pictures: Candace Swaenpoel, J Crew jacquard shorts, Roksanda Illincic bright pink shorts from www.net-a-porter.com, aztec embroidered shorts from www.topshop.com, nude loose shorts by See by Chloe, Freda silk T shirt, DVF tuxedo style blouse and balloon sleeve silk Alexander McQueen shirt from www.matchesfashion.com and KOTUR JB Renna Bonnet available here.

The World of KOTUR: Three ways to wear… it this July 4th Weekend

kotur — Thu, 04 Jul 2013 08:26:48 +0000

Whether you’re spending time with your family, heading to a fabulous party or just kicking back with friends, the 4th July weekend presents itself with ample opportunities for dressing up. Summer is in full swing – and fashion simply couldn’t be more fun. Here are three lovely looks we’re planning on working this weekend.

1. A Little White Dress: Whether you’re spending the weekend in the city, poolside, or out in the country with friends, a little white dress is always going to be your friend. Pair it with some simple sandals, a panama hat and a chic scarf and you’ll be fit for any weekend occasion. Pictures: Catwalk: DKNY SS13, white dress with short sleeves by Boy by Band of Outsiders, Acne draped dress and Vix white Kaftan all from www.net-a-porter.com, Sensi Studio panama hat and Alexandre Birman sandals from www.net-a-porter.com, pineapple print bikini from www.jcrew.com, Kotur Chiawa Scarf available here and Kotur Morley in Raffia available on sale here.

2. A Statement Skirt: For the ultimate day to night, dress up or dress down outfit, a statement summery skirt worn with a simple white blouse is a surefire way to go. Pictures: Catwalk: Temperley London SS13, green and black printed skirt by Marni, pink confetti printed skirt and green neon floral jacquard skirt, plus wedges, from www.jcrew.com, necklace by www.aerin.com, white cage effect Chloe blouse and MIH Jeans safari shirt from www.matchesfashion.com and Kotur Margo in snakeprint available here.

3. A silk Maxi Dress: Fireworks parties, pool parties, day parties, night parties – a silken maxi will have them all covered. Wear with bejewelled sandals for a lovely, relaxed, evening look. Pictures: Catwalk: Diane Von Furstenberg SS13, lemon yellow dress by Carven, Bottega Veneta gold sandals, magenta Day Birger et Mikkelsen dress and aqua Tibi maxi all from www.net-a-porter.com. Saloni printed halterneck and yellow dresses from www.matchesfashion.com, earrings by J Crew and Kotur Operation Smile minaudière available here.

The World of KOTUR: Three Ways to Wear…. Luxe Boho

kotur — Fri, 21 Jun 2013 05:44:41 +0000

When it comes to a trend ideally suited for summer, Luxe Boho is pretty much on the money. A favorite of designers when they turn to beach friendly looks, this season it appears again, with a small sheen of gloss over it. From floaty palazzo pants to sleek maxis and tunic style minis, the key elements of this Summer’s take on the trend are glossy and really rather glamorous. Here are three ways we’ll be working the look.

1. Glamorous Maxis: As shown at Etro, when it comes to making a boho statement nothing does it quite like a printed maxi dress. This season’s come in knockout prints, bright colours and with plenty of embellishment, perfect for dressing up with some smart gold accessories for an uber-glam evening look. Pictures: Catwalk Etro SS13, Paisley halterneck dress, blue printed Roberto Cavalli kaftan, white Issa embellished kaftan, coral Notte by Marchesa dress, Musa jewelled sandals and Givenchy gold heels all from www.net-a-porter.com. Saloni Ria printed dress and Rosantica earrings from www.matchesfashion.com and Kotur clutch for Operation Smile available here.

2. Perfect Palazzos: Switch your maxi skirt for a pair of palazzo pants for a chic boho look. Pair with a simple silk top for the easy approach, or mix up your prints for the full hippie effect in a look that works as well for day as for summer nights. Pictures: Catwalk Roberto Cavalli SS13, paisley black, white and purple pants by Etro, Temperley pastel palazzos, The Row simple tunic blouse, Mario Testino for Mate T shirt and J Crew printed shirt all from www.net-a-porter.com. Saloni Iris print trousers, MSGM blue panther print pants both from www.matchesfashion.com, wedges from www.topshop.com and Saber tooth necklace, Kotur Morley in Raffia and Kotur exclusive Chiawa scarf all available here.

3. Try a tunic: There isn’t much that sexier than a summery printed tunic dress – as ably demonstrated on countless occasions by Isabel Marant. Whether paired with sleek heels or simple sandals, it’s an ideal summer staple designed to take you from day to night. (Knockout accessories, essential.) Pictures: Catwalk SS13 Isabel Marant, Skaist Taylor beige beaded dress, Isabel Marant earrings and necklace all from www.net-a-porter.com. Isabel Marant Malloni embellished red dress and purple paisley dress, plus Alexandre Birman heels all from www.matchesfashion.com and Kotur Batik printed Margo in Forest available here.

The World of KOTUR: Three ways to Wear…. Citrus

kotur — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 10:00:17 +0000

Alarming as it may sound, tangerine and lemon yellow are big colours for this Summer, coming in glamorous iterations down various runways including the extremely ladylike ones of Carolina Herrera and Tory Burch. Long a colour associated more with childrenswear than adults, how to pull of proper brights whilst still seeming chic still presents a bit of a conundrum, however. Taking our cue from the Mrs Burch and Herrera, however, there is a route through the chaos that can be citrus to a chic summer look. Using simple, sleek and feminine shapes in knockout brights creates a summery fashion wardrobe sure to make a statement and tick the trend boxes, too. Here are three ways we’ll be working the Citrus look.

1. Lemon Yellow: In perhaps the easiest iteration of citrus, lemon yellow as seen at Diane von Furstenberg manages to be bright and pretty all at the same time. Go for minimal, clean shapes, avoid anything fussy and pair with sleek metallic accessories to keep it looking sophisticated. Pictures: Catwalk Diane von Furstenberg SS13, Victoria Victoria Beckham grey trim dress, J Crew Shantung Silk dress, Stella McCartney silk fringed dress, by Malene Birger leather skirt, white Frame denim jeans and lemon yellow Roland Mouret top all from www.net-a-porter.com. Necklace from www.topshop.com, metalic shoes by Gianvito Rossi at www.matchesfashion.com and Kotur embossed Morley in croc available here.

2. Tangerine Dream: As shown by Carolina Herrera, there is nothing that needn’t be sophisticated about orange, you just have to pick you hue and shape carefully. Stick to romantic, feminine silhouettes with a touch of embellishment, think burnt rather than bright orange, and work in heavy gold accessories for a decadent, glamorous take on dressing that’s perfect for summer nights. Pictures: Catwalk SS13 Carolina Herrera, white blouse by Equipment, asymmetric Michael Kors pleated skirt, Missoni maxi dress, strapless McQueen jersey jumpsuit and embellished orange Isabel Marant mini skirt all from www.net-a-porter.com, gold sandals from www.jcrew.com, gold bangle and necklace from www.topshop.com and Kotur Margo in flourescent sequin Coral available here.

3. Tutti Frutti: For the whole shebang, work a citrus flavoured print to give a look that just screams summer. Soft cotton shapes (as seen at Tory Burch) work well with crisp cotton tees and natural accessories for a look that’s relaxed and incredibly chic. Pictures: Catwalk Tory Burch SS13, floral mid length dress by Bottega Veneta and Castaner wedges from www.matchesfashion.com, Suno cutout printed sun dress, Dolce and Gabanna lemon printed pants, Prabal Gurung printed pencil skirt and Altuzzara orange printed skirt all from www.net-a-porter.com, Ashley Pittman bangles from www.stanleykorshak.com, T shirt by Alexander Wang and Kotur Morley in raffia available here.

The World of KOTUR: Three ways to wear…. Safari Chic

kotur — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 17:02:47 +0000

Summer Safari chic is a tried and tested trend – one that does beach friendly fashion and city sleek in one fell swoop. This season, there are several ways to work the look. Whether it’s pulled together and preened or mixed in with print, safari style is sure to set the summer mood. Here are three ways we’ll be working the look.

1. Short and sweet: Working a safari short suit a la Belstaff is a great way to do a look that works well for both smart and casual. Pair with a simple silk blouse and minimal heels to keep it looking slick. Pictures: Catwalk SS13 Belstaff, Burberry Brit silk shorts, Theory leather sleeved blazer and nude Givenchy wedges from www.net-a-porter.com, blouse by Eqipment, Thu Thu culottes, J Brand leather shorts, Haute Hippie laser cut jacket and Boy by Band of Outsiders blazer all from www.matchesfashion.com, Kotur Saber tooth necklace available here and Peel in leopard available here.

2. Pair with print: To mix it up a bit, work your simple safari shirt with a printed skirt for the pretty way to do it for Spring. Pictures: Catwalk Max Mara SS13, safari style shirt and ikat printed mini skirt from www.topshop.com, nude silk blouse by Equipment, Kenzo snake embossed skirt from www.mytheresa.com, DKNY leopard print skirt from www.matchesfashion.com, Pamela Barcelo wedges and Herve Van Der Straeten cuff and earrings all from www.net-a-porter.com and Kotur Morley in snake available here.

3. Top to toe: For the sleekest approach, a safari style skirt suit or simple dress will be one of the hardest working items in your wardrobe this summer. Pair with statement accessories for a day to night dressing solution. Pictures: Catwalk Edun SS13, Victoria Victoria Beckham khaki v necked dress and Ashley Pittman set of bangles both from www.net-a-porter.com, Stella McCartney Kaia silk dress, Equipment Remy silk utility dress and Lucy Choi snake print shoes all from www.matchesfashion.com, Morley in African Batik print available here.

The World of KOTUR: Three Ways to Wear… Your Memorial Weekend Chic

kotur — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:40:12 +0000

As the official start of the summer season, Memorial weekend brings with it brilliant opportunities to break out your sunnier wardrobe. Dresses, white jeans, statement sandals and peasant blouses are all well due their time in the limelight, and this season gives great looks perfect for their wardrobe debut. Here are three ways we’ll be working a bit of Memorial Weekend chic.

1. Stripes: As seen at Michael Kors and many others, stripes are big for Spring Summer. Whether you go for the top to toe look (a la Kors and Dolce and Gabanna,) or take the slightly easier route by mixing a stripey top with simple jeans, or striped skirt or shorts with a plain white tee, dress it up with great gold jewellery and chic snakeskin accessories and you’ll have a look that’s as elegant as it is effortless. Pictures: Catwalk Michael Kors SS13, Black and white and red and white striped Dolce and Gabanna dresses, Eddie Borgo cuff and Chinti and Parker striped top all from www.net-a-porter.com, Emma Cook high wasited striped shorts, Dolce and Gabanna green and white stripe skirt and Alexandre Birman sandals all from www.matchesfashion.com, gold chain earrings by Topshop, white T shirty by T by Alexander Wang and Kotur Margo in snakeskin available here.

2. The Summer Dress: As ably demonstrated by Bottega Veneta, you can’t really beat a pretty summer dress. Whether floral or graphic, go for a print, and pair yours with a simple wedge and natural accessories for a relaxed take on pretty. Pictures: Catwalk Bottega Veneta SS13, blue and white printed dress by Derek Lam, red and white printed dress by Red Valentino, green silk summer dress by Donna Karan and Dolce and Gabanna earrrings all from www.net-a-porter.com, espadrille wedges from Christian Louboutin, MaxMara weekend white dress with green floral pattern from www.matchesfashion.com and Kotur Morley in Raffia available here.

3. Luxe Boho: The boho girls will go for white jeans this summer – mark our words. Pair yours with a luxe boho blouse and statement jewellery for the uptown way to do hippie for now. Pictures: Catwalk Isabel Marant SS13, jeans by Frame denim, Isabel Marant purple paisley blouse, Chloe pink and cream silk blouse, Ikat printed silk top by Derek Lam and Givenchy nude wedges all from www.net-a-porter.com, beaded bracelet from www.topshop.com, white embroidered Talitha cotton peasant top from www.matchesfashion.com, Kotur Saber tooth necklace available here and Freida B.Y.T. clutch available here.

The World of KOTUR: Three ways to wear… Leather

kotur — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 14:08:36 +0000

Springtime leather – not two words one normally associates, but a key trend for Spring Summer 2013 nonetheless. And, if spank me style outfits, strict leather pencil skirts and tight leather pants might be the last thing on some people’s minds when it comes to choosing some easy, seasonal updates, there are actually some sunny surprises currently up designers sleeves. Whilst leather may have played a key part on Spring 2013 runways, it came in relaxed shapes, cool colours and sophisticated silhouettes that take it all out of the tacky and into the really rather chic. Here are three ways we’ll be working the look. Click through our gallery for images.

1. Punchy and Pretty: As shown at Tibi, a touch of brightly coloured leather in a feminine shape brings this wintry fabric straight into spring. Pair a bright coloured leather skirt with a simple, structured top and clean accessories for a look that’s punchy with a touch of the pretty. Images: Catwalk Tibi SS13, coral skirt, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Yellow pleated skirt by Tibi, Gold Saint Laurent earrings and cuff all from www.net-a-porter.com, Nude leather skirt by Raoul at www.matchesfashion.com, shoes by Alexander Wang and clutch, Kotur FilmAid Pearce available here.

2. Daytime Chic: Taking your cue from DKNY, an pencil skirt in white leather is the perfect easy item for day. Wear with a simple blouse – denim for casual, silk for something more snazzy – and finish off with a pair of pretty pumps. Images: Catwalk DKNY SS13, laser cut skirt by Lover at www.net-a-porter.com, E Tautz bib front shirt, Isabel Marant Earrings and Charlotte Olympia shoes all from www.matchesfashion.com, denim shirt by Gap, silk blouse from Equipment and bag, Kotur Margo in fluoro jacquard available here.

3. Supersleek Shift: If leather dresses sounds a tiny bit scary, take your lead from Loewe and yours textured, in a relaxed shape and in simple block colour for the sophisticated way to do the top to toe look. DKNY’s perforated white leather and leather and jersey panelled numbers nod to the look without seeming too risque, or check out Jonathan Simkhai’s for a sleek number to take you from day to night. Pair with fun accessories and a bright cardigan for day and you have a totally doable way to wear springtime leather. Images: Catwalk: Loewe SS13, white perforated and black leather and jersey dresses by DKNY, sandals by Alexadre Birman, Dolce and Gabanna earrings and Jonathan Simkhai dress all from www.matchesfashion.com, cardigan by Paul and Joe from www.net-a-porter.com and bag, Morley in raffia by Kotur here.

The World of KOTUR: New in and on Net-a-Porter

kotur — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 01:24:59 +0000

Just launched on the fashion mecca that is Net-a-Porter.com are our new Spring styles. Seen there in tangerine sequins, white florals and our signature snakeskin is the Margo, with her friend the Morley to be found in tangerine sequins alongside the latest take on our Glitter Globe, the brand new Aqua Globe clutch.

Net-a-porter’s pick from our Spring season is all about a pop of freshness. It is also perfect for pairing with their other new and delectably chic spring buys. Personally, we’d love to wear our Margo in floral lace with Stella‘s neon jacquard and these Gianvito Rossi shoes. Stepping into Spring simply never looked so appealing.

Stella Dress and Gianvito Rossi shoes available from www.net-a-porter.com

The World of KOTUR: Special Spring Preview

kotur — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 02:36:25 +0000

We’re so excited about our upcoming Spring collection, we couldn’t help but share a few of our very favorite pieces with you. Designed around different garden themes (a Savage Garden, Pop Garden, Retro Garden, Secret Garden and Cyber Garden all gave inspiration for bags from the au naturel to the glitzy and glamorous,) it’s a season full of wonders we can’t wait to reveal.

For the ultimate in pastel blocking (thank you, Kerry Washington, for your lesson in how, ably given at the NAACP Awards last week,) our Espey’s now come in a rainbow of pastels guaranteed to give an instant breath of fresh air to any evening look. Lilacs, pale pinks and sea greens are already proving hits on the red carpet – any minute now, they can take a star turn in your wardrobes too.

Sequinned JB Renna Bonets and Marguerite Espeys inspired by old fashioned lady’s swimming caps give a brilliant retro take on evening clutches, with our feathered Fino already proving a firm favorite (thank you, Dakota Fanning,) when it comes to making a statement.

Fans of the neon trend need look no further than our new Margos. Lace and neon brocades give a modern spin on this Kotur classic and a perfect pop of colour for any LBD. From our Cyber Garden grows an Aquaglobe – the latest addition to our perspex family, and a guaranteed talking point. And, for those who prefer things a little more natural, the Savage Garden’s raffia and snakeskin numbers, plus our Morleys in wonderful West African Batik prints should prove perfect for working the au naturel look so prevalent right now.

These are bags designed to lift both the spirits and your wardrobes. Please click through our gallery of images to see the highlights of what’s coming up this season.

The World of KOTUR: Three ways to….

kotur — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 15:59:10 +0000

Three ways to… Style up our sale items for your new Spring wardrobe. Click through our gallery for three outfits that will help you skip through to Spring.

1. Pair our classic Espey in burnt sequin with a loose silk shirt, distressed jeans, a statement necklace and some killer heels for the French Vogue take on dressing up.

2. Inspired by Hedi Slimane’s new work at Saint Laurent, take your cue from Helmut Newton’s classic image of Le Smoking and try a tux. J Crew’s white number is the perfect backdrop for a bright Morley snakeskin clutch. Finish with some simple Pigalle pumps and Lara Bohinc earrings and your evenings just took a major upswing.

3. And finally, if Spring’s sporty trend is seeming a little far fetched, M Missoni’s green dress, worn with our Marcil clutch, Aurélie Bidermann’s ‘Cités d’Or‘ cuff and a pair of McQ by McQueen’s pointy flats touches on the theme without plunging you into sportswear.