Monthly Archives: March 2011

THE GREAT ESCAPE

RAOUL brings guests on an exotic journey at its

Spring Summer 2011 Runway Show

RAOUL’s presentation of its Spring Summer 2011 collection was a great escape for guests as they were transported from the hustle and bustle of the city to a place reminiscent of long summer days and the romance of travel. 

RAOUL’s Creative Directors, Odile and Douglas Benjamin were largely inspired by Michelangelo Antonioni’s The Passenger, where the exotic locations were the perfect backdrop to both Jack Nicholson and Maria Schneider looking effortlessly chic in the movie.

 Fresh faced models with casually mussed hair and loose ponytails strutted around the U-shaped catwalk in looks that expressed their versatility and practicality, while reflecting old school glamour. Silhouettes were influenced by the 70s, but with a contemporary flair: From intricate lace that featured on playsuits and mini dresses to color blocked pieces and chic paperbag style shorts and skirts, the collection provided the ladies options for work, play and travel. The men’s collection was equally appealing, offering a unique combination of masculine styles in a light and refreshing pastel palette.

MediaCorp celebrities Pierre Png, Andrea de Cruz, Yvonne Lim, and Member of Parliament Michael Palmer sipped on bubbly and nibbled on a selection of delectable canapés through the evening. 

RAOUL’s Creative Directors, Douglas and Odile Benjamin certainly achieved their aim of creating a collection which brings out the functionality and carefree aspect of the traveler, yet offering a touch of indulgence and glamour.

Refined vintage shapes, chic details and elegant color offerings are just some of the elements that culminate the new Marc Jacobs eyewear collection.

The “must-have” models of the new season feature a variety of sophisticated tonal and glitter effects as well as unique iconic embellishments such as exotic enameled metal flowers. Also included are interesting frame silhouettes with colorful appeal which underscores the designer’s style.

The butterfly-shaped sunglasses, with playful enameled-metal flowers, bring together a recurring theme in the designer’s accessory lines. The flower embellishment that blossoms on the temples is highlighted by the glitter detail (mod. MJ 347/s). Color offerings include: white, black, gray, violet, brown and blue.

Retro elegance with ‘50s flair: This acetate sunglass with its butterfly shape and glitter effects is both seductive and precious. Color offerings include light brown, havana, gray, champagne, nude and black (mod. MJ 345/s).

The Marc Jacobs collection of sunglasses and optical frames are available at the Marc Jacobs store, Greenbelt 4.

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