... Paris was the center of fashion and the training ground of new talent. Now, the stage is shared amongst many players, most important of which, it can be argued, come out of Antwerp.
Antwerp in itself may not have a united aesthetic, but there is something in the air here that nurtures individuality, innovation, and personal identity.
This blog was created in the spirit of Antwerp fashion - tracking the news, trends and dialogue important to fashion leaders.
If you want to stay ahead of the fashion curve, know that Antwerp is the new Paris. And what happens here in Antwerp will soon be imitated by the masses.
xx Kerri
Dearest loyal readers,
I have returned home to my native Canada, thus making it difficult to stay on top of the Antwerp fashion scene. As such, there will be no new content until further notice. Thank you for your unwavering support throughout the last two years and I will keep you updated on any developments!
xx
Kerri
Capitalizing on the per capita stat that the worldwide consumption of sparkling beverages is highest in Belgium, a new party concept in Antwerp is born, 'We Love Bubbles', where bubbles and only bubbles (champagne, cava, etc..) come to party.
When: 12/12
Where: Winterbar, Rijnkaai
How much: €12/€15
I wish Cate Blanchett would spread the love a little more for other designers, however much her latest outing in Armani is a testament to their working relationship.
She once referred to Brad Pitt's then wife as 'that TV girl', but Gwyneth Paltrow was palling around with Pitt's now ex, Jennifer Aniston, last week like a fashionable frenemy.
With the economy still in shambles, it comes as no surprise that even sales are having sales. So, if the prices were not reduced enough for you in the first round of stocksales, you have another go at your favourite brands at even sharper prices mid-season.
This Saturday and Sunday, up-and-coming fashion/lifestyle street Sint-Jorispoort in Antwerp will be hosting a music festival with featured performances in the shops lining the street, which will be exceptionally open from 11am - 7pm on Saturday AND Sunday.
If Nicholas Kirkwood is the new Georgina Goodman, then Charlotte Olympia is the new Nicholas Kirkwood.
All three are British, and Kirkwood has edged Goodman as the 'of-the-moment' choice collaborator of design houses, such as Rodarte, and Hollywood foot protector.
Navy dominated the fall runways and it was only a matter of time before the women of Hollywood caught on. And caught on they have; in a matter of weeks, navy has become the red carpet’s complementary colour.
