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The Furla Autumn Winter 2010-2011 collection is for an elegant and worldly woman. She’s an explorer, escaping from everyday life to exotic lands. She develops an emotional attachment, virtual memories of her travels.

Every detail becomes a tile in the mosaic of her mind. From the leopard print coat, to the reptile skin, to the colors of the stones and butterflies, the delicate tanning of leather, and the weaving in the upholstery fabric. 

The new collection is comprised of illusions; repetitive digital techniques that create patterns or new surfaces.

In the early 1900’s, one of the great explorers, Freya Stark, sported zippered bags. These elegant silhouettes and feminine forms of yesteryear are transformed in the new collection, updated to be lightweight and functional. Moreover, her old travelling trunks were outlined by a cloth cover. This inspired Furla’s collection to include exterior layers. It’s a decorative and bold look. The virtual safari illuminates. Fluorescent flashes highlight the natural beauty of the deep and intense jewel tones.

Colours: onyx black, sand, clay brown, filler grey, musk green, red earth.

Materials: velvet effect calf leather, crocodile printed buffalo leather, Himalayan leopard printed pony skin, astrakhan.

A new elegance with a contemporary approach presents femininity as lived day by day with irony and cheerfulness.

Elegant silhouettes and feminine shapes designed to be both functional and stylish, plus ease and comfort have inspired Furla’s new shoe collection for autumn/winter 2010-2011.

Understated styles with sophisticated and classic shapes play on cuts and lengths while rubber bands give a modern edge to the shoes.

A casual-chic interpretation is obtained by the use of particular and gritty leathers like velvet effect calf leather, soft nappa leather, Himalayan leopard printed calfskin suede, crust leather and deer printed calfskin.

Sporty models are re-shaped in a sophisticated and feminine way. A tank sole characterizes boots, sandals to wear with stockings and booties in crust leather or deer. Details and astrakhan turn-ups on boots give a touch of frivolity.

Warm colours of the autumn permeate the whole collection and create a metropolitan look with echoes of emotions and memories of remote journeys.

In the Philippines, Furla is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is located at Greenbelt 5, Rustan’s Makati, and Shangri-La Plaza Mall. 

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Marc Jacobs moves away from his previous year’s 80’s-inspired collection to a more subdued, conservative look for his diffusion line Marc by Marc Jacobs’ Fall 2010 collection. With an array of casual chromatic pieces, the fashion forward designer caters to stylish students at the same time maintaining his seat as the leading trendsetter. With the fashionable workaholics in mind, Jacobs put his mark on the ever-comfortable jersey material, versatile cottons, and even experiments with crochet thread for the Bronte Lace top which ended up as the most coveted piece by notable fashion magazine editors.

The most romantic piece amongst the “army surplus” garb stood out to balance the other-wise somber toned collection that included olive green twill shorts, black satin pants, and shadow grey wool sweaters. Editors also saluted the Reilly Heringbone set as commander of the military inspired collection seeing that it was perfect for the working woman. Overall, this well-received collection was commended for its versatility and “wearability” being that it presented a wide range of casual and formal items such as trousers, button downs, and outerwear. The structured silhouettes and geek chic vintage styles carry a certain “timelessness and enduring” quality that will be popular among today’s youthful urbanites.

Marc by Marc Jacobs is exclusively distributed in the Philippines by Stores Specialists Inc. (SSI), and is located at Greenbelt 5. 

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iPad just got more fashionable as Tod’s take this modern day device into a whole new style with the launch of new  Tod’s iPad case and Tod’s iPad application. 

Technology and fashion converge with Tod’s new iPad case that is sure to be another essential item to grab this season.

Take this arm candy with you as you go about your active lifestyle in sophistication. Pick from soft supple calfskin or precious crocodile in blue, brown, and tan, specially made for those who appreciate luxurious high-tech style. Set a standard in stylish, on the go lifestyle and grab your own Tod’s iPad case from Tod’s boutiques starting November 2010.

Aside from the exquisite must have of every tech-savvy, Tod’s also launches its first application for iPad users. Created by Formapura, Tod’s App is made to capture personal dialogue with customers and lets them enter and experience the world of Tod’s collections, and showcases virtual themed lifestyles.

Get inspired with the touch of your fingertips as Tod’s premieres “My Life is in this Bag.” Browse through the contents of iconic Tod’s D bags of six ladies who represent social, intellectual, globetrotting, family business and art – Lauren Remington Platt, Shirin Von Wulffen, Tara Thivolete, Cristina Boujnah, Victoria Tang, and Brooke de Ocampo, all longtime Tod’s fans. “My Life is in this Bag” allows users to journey into different lifestyles and personalities discover tips for travel and guide to art and entertainment. View their Tod’s D bags through a linked individual product page with an easy 360 degree zoom and city store locator for convenience.

Tod’s App is available from August 2010 exclusively through online Apple stores.

In the Philippines, Tod’s shoes, bags, and accessories are exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and are available at the boutiques located in Greenbelt 4, Ayala Center, Makati and Rustan’s Tower, Shangri-La Plaza Mall.

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We are constantly inspired by fashion, art and the way these two worlds influence each other. While designing Fall 2010, we envisioned the kind of girl who’s an art enthusiast, the girl you see in galleries in every city. She has an effortless, eclectic way of dressing and putting things together in unexpected ways. She’s smart, cool and aware of things going on in the world around her. 

Fall’s color palette was inspired by Picasso’s Mosqueteros exhibit and Gerhard Richter’s abstract paintings. Neutral black, gray and camel are accentuated with bright pops of tomato red and electric blue. The collection focuses on a utilitarian edge infused with feminine details—the play of oilskin leather against sequins, loose knits against feathers, shearling with painterly prints. Slouchy, oversized silhouettes are worn with slim pants and workman’s-style boots. Layering is key—capes, jackets, coats, knit vests and sweaters. Accessories speak to ready-to-wear, completing the looks with square but slouchy bags, hoods, fingerless gloves and belts that are cinched over and under everything.

In the Philippines, Tory Burch is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is located at Greenbelt 5, Ayala Center, Makati City.

 For Autumn Winter 2010, Jimmy Choo turns its focus to a tougher – albeit elegantly refined – sense of urban chic, with a line up of strong graphic shapes and bold design details such as sturdy lug soles, and dominatrix-corsetry lacing. Infuse to the mix luxurious shearling, a dash of leopard printed pony, and a host of Jimmy Choo design signatures – rivets, snake, and fringe – and feel empowered.

“Inspirational images of women triggered my imagination; those captured by the late, great Helmut Newton, and also iconic style figures such as the sultry French film actress Anouk Aimee, and a touch of Mrs Robinson from The Graduate.” Tamara Mellon, Founder and President, Jimmy Choo.

The notion of female empowerment has long been a mainstay of Jimmy Choo’s lexicon. Now, via bold print, provocative lines, and all-out sex appeal, Autumn Winter ushers in a host of beautiful, confidence-inducing styles.

 The essence of femininity and strength comes to the fore in FELINE, an evocative 110mm design which comprises sumptuous navy satin, corsetry lacing, and snake elaphe. A new urban energy is conquered in NICA, a roomy shopper in super soft black grainy leather with silver chain hardware which is a must-have for autumn’s ultimate urban uniform. The popular BLYTHE, a bold double zipped handbag featuring four, gold buckled stud straps on each side, debuts now in fierce, tobacco leopard print pony. Two Jimmy Choo signatures – fringe and studs – explode in TITA. TITA, a darling fringed little clutch, is revisited and refashioned this season in red nappa, elaphe and suede Jimmy Choo’s iconic SKY, a curvaceous and capacious chocolate brown hobo with arched handle comprises tier-upon-tier of studded frills. Who can resist the easy, uber-luxe, lightweight appeal of SILVIA, a slouchy suede shearling camel carryall, roomy enough for whatever the weekend might bring turn heads with CHANDRA, a Bordeaux-coloured printed mock-croc fold-over clutch with gilt-edged bracelet detail.

For star-studded evenings, look no further than Jimmy Choo’s decadent disco shoe JIGSAW, a 120mm platform heeled sandal in metallic suede anthracite studded in a constellation of generously sized Swarovski crystals: its dance floor-ready and guaranteed to arouse. Clean lines and simple elegance resonate in JULIA, a 85mm open-toe suede sandal embellished with racy chains. Raise temperatures in JOYCE, a multi-strapped two-tone leopard print pony sandal lifted up on a 85mm heel.

In the Philippines, Jimmy Choo is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is located at Greenbelt 4, Ayala Center, Makati City. 

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Yves Saint Laurent is pleased to announce the release of Stefano Pilatit’s Fall Winter 2010-2011 advertising campaign. Photographed by Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin under the creative direction of Stefano Pilati, the campaign features Daria Werbowy inside Hôtel de Clermont-Tonnerre, the Parisian headquarters of Artemis, the holding company for Yves Saint Laurent parent PPR. The campaign debuts in print in August 2010 issues worldwide. The campaign was shot at the headquarters of Artémis Group at Hôtel de Clerment-Tonnerre situated at rue François 1er in Paris.

In the Philippines, Yves Saint Laurent is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is located at Rustan’s Makati, Ayala Center and Rustan’s Tower, Shangri-La Plaza Mall. 

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Kate Spade New York has turned an artistic eye to Fall 2010, creating a unique collection designed for every occasion. Whether she’s heading to work at the gallery, browsing the Brooklyn flea market or dashing downtown for a cocktail party after hours, our girl is always in motion.

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The Sutton Place group is the new daytime staple for Kate Spade New York offering roomy bags in soft, smooth cowhide leather. The Claudia and Willa are both great totes, while the Marielly is an easy-to –carry cross body- being offered in black, cream, forrest, and celedon- a bright green that truly stands out.

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The essential day-to-evening tote, these bags are crafted from satin fabric with grosgrain ribbon accents. The Seraphine is an easy to wear tote, while the Small Agathe is a great cross body.  These bags are offered in deep jewel-like colors- forest, deep African violet, and basic black.

In the Philippines, Kate Spade is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) and is located at The Power Plant Mall, Greenbelt 3, Rustan’s Makati, and Shangri-La Plaza Mall. 

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Le Sportsac is exclusively available at Rustans Makati and Rustans Shangrila

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