LUXOTTICA PRESS DAY 2014

Here in Dubai, Middle East in majority you cannot go outside without wearing sunglasses, aside from the fact almost the entire year is Summer, literally. And just right in time, The Style Choreo was invited by StickyGinger  to visit their HQ to preview LUXOTTICA's Eyewear new collections last 30th of Ocotber, consist of the finest eyewear labels in the market from RayBan to Persol and Prada to Dolce&Gabbana and many more. 

LUXOTTICA is an Italian eyewear company. It is the world's largest eyewear company, controlling over 80% of the world's major eyewear brands. A global leader in the design, manufacturing and distribution of fashion, luxury and sports eyewear, today celebrates its commitment to serving the Middle East and its consumers as the company begins its second decade of direct presence in the region.

Luxottica products focus on design and quality and are known all around the world thanks to a strong and well-balanced brand portfolio. House brands include Ray-Ban, the world’s best known eyewear brand, Oakley, Vogue, Persol, Oliver Peoples, Arnette and REVO, while its license brands include Bulgari, Burberry, Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Donna Karan, Polo Ralph Lauren, Paul Smith, Prada, Salvatore Ferragamo, Stella McCartney, Tiffany and Versace.

TAKE THE LEAD WITH TED

From the Mambo and Tango right through to Fandango, Ted can out-Fred the nimblest Astaire and to celebrate, his Menswear and Womenswear collections are dancing cheek to cheek to create a thrilling display of rhythm and electric blues.

Ted has choreographed a luxurious womenswear clothing and accessories collection for AW14, effortlessly combining vintage-inspired floral prints (such as Opulent Bloom and Botanical Bloom) in a layered and lavish palette of pink. His continued love affair with the 1950's has also created an ultra-feminine look to ensure all ladies become belles of the (mirror) ball.

In contrast, sportswear influences up the tempo with an urban, futuristic feel, and this ultra-modern look moves across neoprene sweat shapes, lux joggers and bomber jacket silhouettes. Engineered prints, such as Ted's Road to Nowhere, are themed around reflected landscapes, and colors (body) pop in electric blues, acid yellows and fresh neon pinks.

Contrasting texture is also key: from embossed snakeskin and sparkling sequins to metallic graphic jacquards. Embellishment adorns nearly every piece; coats with jeweled collars and heavily encrusted tunic style dresses add a rich, beguiling touch to the collection.

It takes two tango in Argentina but only one to belly dance in Cairo...and so, inspired by a recent boat trip along the Nile and other exotic destinations, Ted's menswear is full of thrilling precision and rhythmic wit this season.

Alive with jewel tones of burgundy, teal, emerald green and vibrant orange knitwear, jersey and chinos, the collection also features exciting, contemporary textures- including enlarged Birds Eye and Royal Oxford Knits.

Fresh detailing and modern finishes add classic touches to a robust collection of prints and jacquards. Colour blocking takes a bow on blazers with contrast lapels, pockets and sleeves, and on knitwear's bold blocks of aubergine, burnt orange and green.

Renowned for his charming prints, Ted's geos, dogtooth and paisleys stand out across the collection. Available on everything from pocket squares and ties to jersey and even Ted's classic brogue, camouflage and leopard prints also provide an easy way to add exotic flair to your outfit.

So let Ted take the lead this AW14 for a strikingly stylish showcase that just goes to prove that when you're in the spotlight, you've got to dance like everybody's watching.

We absolutely love Ted's Collection, definitely my style. Burgundy colors and navy are coming back on trend, well for me, blue has always been my favorite. And the impeccable style of the brogue shoes and bags are my obsession. Can't wait to hit them in stores! 

#TedBakerSS14 Dubai Catwalk Show

Fashion's foremost enigmatic showman, Ted Baker, has set the stage in Capsule Arts, Al Quoz, Dubai, UAE last 5th of March, for a gloriously glamorous and decidedly dapper collection of stylish thrills and frills this spring summer.

 

Let us dazzle with exquisite tailoring...astound with the finest of fabrics...and enchant with a beguiling blend of irreverent menswear, sumptuous womenswear and seductive accessories- all designed to enthrall and entice in equal measure.

 

After all, it's not enough to know how to look the part- you have to know how to turn heads.

 

So get in on the act with Ted this SS14, and enjoy a spectacularly fashionable collection that will take your breathe away. 

 

Before the act, Circus Themed Fashion Show as its finest welcome us, indulged ourselves with amazing treats, stuffed our bellies with mini- burgers & refreshing drinks and of course Circus will never be complete without Acrobatic entertainers, jugglers, unicyclists and festive decors.

 

 

 

Jaw dropping performance, Acrobatic opening act of the spectacular show.

 

 

St. Pancras London TIGHT LINES Ted Baker London

Already renowned for its traditional fabrications yet unconventional style, Ted's fishing- inspired Tight Lines collection embraces his many eccentricities this season, and features brighter tones with shades of red, royal blue, orange and coral.

 

A bold overcheck khaki blazer and royal blue linen check blazer feature orange, ecru and rose highlights, worn with contrasting waistcoats and tonic cotton chinos. Pocket squares and ties in checks and geo prints provide further interest, whilst rising trout and stag print linings and horn burnished buttons add a vintage feel.

 

TED BAKER Langley

Full of unbridled indulgence, Ted's SS14 Langley collection creates a soft focus in a barely there palette of soft peach, nude pink and fresh mint alongside sheer fabrics. Tulle and mesh fabrics are modernized with armoury style embellishment trims on dresses, whilst textured metallic boucle pieces add grown up allure.

 

Enchanted by the romance of Italy, an Italian Cathedral provides the inspiration for the "Florentine" print which appears on a sleeveless top and skinny cigarette pant. For the perfect finale, take a bow in the show stopping "China Blue" print maxi dress which captures the essence of the Orient.

 

 

 

 

 



TED BAKER Phormal

 Ted's Phormalwear presents a rich and decadent "after hours" collection, with sumptuous suits in tones of midnight blue, purple and silver grey made with the finest Italian cotton. Paisley, geo and spotted prints shirts, ties and pocket squares provide modern finishing touches.

 

Debonair's exhilarating personality take son a preppy influence with a cobalt blue suit and grey linen windowpane check suit referencing the collegiate style of Long Island smart resort wear.

 

Flaunting the bold and outlandish, Ted's global collection closes the show with a flamboyant and fearless statement print: a psychedelic paisley print in a rich red worn with a contrasting geometric shirt. 

Stunning ladies of the night Maha Mahdy and Fiona Wishart , Massive thanks for getting me in the act. Follow StickyGinger on Twitter and Instagram

 

It's a wrap!!! absolutely an extra- ordinary Fashion Show, brought London in Dubai.