Olivier Theyskens is one of those designers that the fashion crowd talks about with awe. Thanks to the theatrical, fairytale dresses that the Belgian wunderkind created during his tenure at the House of Rochas and the chicly casual revolution that he undertook at Nina Ricci, he is revered by those in the know.

Belgian designer Olivier Theyskens is at long last making his come back – and it’s with a much-coveted collection for American label Theory.

Ever since then rumors have consistently swirled about where Theyskens would end up next – his name has been mentioned in conjunction with Dior, Valentino, Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent to name but a few. But after a year off the radar he finally took up a job offer – and his choice came as a big surprise to many. Instead of heading to one of the major fashion houses Theyskens opted to team up with American brand Theory.

But it’s fair to say that he’s had some bad luck on the job front. The house of Rochas closed while he was creative director – with prices starting at $20,000 the clientele was too exclusive and not enough money was being made. And Theyskens was famously let go from his position at Nina Ricci after just three seasons thanks to a difference in opinion with the label’s president.

His creations were such a hit that he was offered a permanent job at Theory, which he duly accepted. Theyskens is now the artistic director, overseeing the men’s, women’s and accessories collections as well as continuing his own capsule collection – and we’re very much looking forward to letting him dress us for the forseeable future.

Initially he created a spring capsule collection for them, set to hit stores in the next month or two. When it was unveiled at Paris Fashion Week back in September it was all anyone could talk about on the front row. It’s perfectly simple, a collection of luxe, chic, classic pieces that will fit seamlessly into your wardrobe.

In fact, we’re pretty sure you’ll want the collection to be your wardrobe. There are slouchy wide legged trousers and full length skirts, sharp tailoring, cool silk and jersey T-shirts and flippy summer dresses and shifts. Trust us, Thesykens has nailed your working wardrobe in style.

Elsa was born in Italy to a wealthy family and was not brought up to believe that women should earn a living. Having refused to marry a stream of parental-approved suitors, Elsa became engaged to Count William de Wendt de Kerlot the day after they met and, despite her family’s disapproval, married him. When she divorced him six years later, after a turbulent marriage, she had a small daughter and was living in the USA. Now struggling for money, a friend helped her move to Paris where her fashion career began.

She transformed the face of fashion between the World Wars with a hefty dose of creativity, a little help from her Surrealist friends and no formal training. So what was it that the world loved about Elsa Schiaparelli?

Legend has it that designer Paul Poiret kick-started her trajectory to fashion stardom. The story goes that after one of his fashion shows, Elsa was trying on one of his coats and the designer suggested that she buy it. She replied that she couldn’t afford it and, anyway, would never have the occasion to wear it. ‘A woman like you,’ Poiret said, ‘can wear anything, anywhere. And don’t worry about the money.’ So began a long lasting friendship that encouraged Schiaparelli to start designing.

In 1933 Schiaparelli branched out into evening wear, and here she had a chance to really let her imagination run wild. An artist at heart, her glamorous gowns and the accessories to accompany them were seen as incredibly shocking at the time and synonymous with the Surrealist movement. She was a champion of collaborations, enlisting the help of her friends to come up with ever-more-daring designs; Man Ray, Salvador Dali, Cecil Beaton and Picasso all had a hand in her collections. Her most memorable pieces? The Lobster dress which featured a Dali-painted lobster on the skirt; the Shoe Hat, a headpiece in the shape of an upturned shoe; her black gloves with gold nails attached; and her signature shade of shocking pink which she used throughout all her collections.

Between the World Wars Schiaparelli was fashion’s darling, rivalling Chanel in the popularity stakes and helping to change the face of fashion. Not only did she sow the seeds of modern collections, placing the emphasis on creativity rather than traditional construction, she helped to inject a sense of fun and playfulness into an industry that took itself very seriously.

Sadly, during the Second World War, her label went into a decline as she spent the war years in the States. When she returned, the face of fashion had changed dramatically and her outrageous aesthetic no longer fit the public mood. She closed her fashion house in 1954 and died in 1974 but her style has never been forgotten and continues to influence fashion today.

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If you like the idea of ethical fashion but find that much of what’s on offer simply doesn’t cut the mustard when it comes to wearable style-led pieces then give three cheers for rani jones, the brand new label with a conscience that’s set to shoot straight to the top of your wish list.

The brainchild of design duo Rani Patel and Lucy Jones, who met while working together at the same company after both graduating from the London College of Fashion, rani jones ticks all the boxes when it comes to social responsibility, eco fabrics and ethical business practice, not to mention an emphasis on slow fashion. But the team haven’t forgotten the ultra important business of designing must-wear clothes. Their decidedly fashion-forward debut collection, entitled Blocks, draws its inspiration from geometry and Brutalist architecture. The results? Strong shapes and clean lines we can’t get enough of. The panelled dresses in eye-popping brights, jackets with very now Samurai-style shoulders and a gorgeous layered mac are all sure to be hits, not to mention the right-on-trend leather clutches with chunky zips.

So what gives the label its eco friendly credentials? Nearly 70% of the collection is made from ethically sourced and sustainable fabrics such as organic cotton, eco-baby Nappa leather and bamboo mixes, and the whole lot is made in factories in North and East London – so no there’ll be no air miles on your conscience. Rani and Lucy even make sure they recycle everything in their studio. Frankly we’re just thrilled that someone has proved that luxury fashion really can be green.

Jewellery designer Husam el Odeh’s fashion credentials have been steadily building over the past few years, but spring 2010 collaboration with uber-cool label Acne is set to propel him firmly onto the fashion radar.

For spring 2010 El Odeh has teamed up with Swedish label-du-jour Acne, producing metal armour-style plates that adorn the knees and shins of jeans and the shoulders of denim jackets, as well as embellishing bags and designing the sunglasses – all of which had the fashion crowd in a spin when it was invited to check out the collection a few weeks ago. And in the next couple of weeks his hotly anticipated jewellery collection for Topman is due to hit stores. Yes, it’s for men, but why should they have all the fun? Check out the chunky silver pieces yourself when they hit the shop floor on 16 October.

Born and raised in Germany, Husam el Odeh studied and worked as an artist in Berlin before moving to the UK and turning his attention to jewellery design. He studied at Middlesex University, and before his third year had begun he was already collaborating with emerging designer Marios Schwab on his debut Fashion East collection. In fact collaborations have been at the heart of his career to date – he has designed jewellery for menswear label Siv Stodal, put his signature stamp onto a much coveted pair of Kickers, made pieces from chicken wire for queen of knits Ann-Sofie Back and is a long-standing design partner with Japanese men’s wear designer Mihara Yasuhiro.

As well as his eponymous line, which is full of cool and quirky pieces for London’s hippest, he also finds time to indulge his talent for figurative drawing – the likes of Colette, B Store, Dazed and Confused and Vogue Homme have all commissioned illustrations by him.

Some people like hiking. Then choosing a pair of hiking boots is a great part of this plan. Hiking boots must be strong enough to endure the rugged conditions in hiking, camping, and even hunting. Besides, these strong or sturdy boots should be lightweight for avoiding too much pressure on the feet especially in long miles of walking.

Taking all the said above considered, the Timberland boots are probably the great and wise choice for those hikers and even adventurers. Timberland Waterproof is one of those great lightweight hiking boots which are just some of the most commonly available lightweight hiking boots and the list toppers in most hiking reviews.

It is slightly taller than the mid-cut hiking shoes. And this design gives more ankle support and meanwhile lighter weight to ease your feet in long hiking trips. It has the leather uppers designed with mesh stripes for making it comfortable to wear even in hot weather.

Not only this one, all Timberland leather boots are made for those hikers, climbers or adventurers. Unlike the traditional leather boots that most in the industry make, Timber land makes boots in suede materials for those who want their boots extra-strong and durable that can withstand any condition. These boots are soft and hard in all the right spots to ensure maximum comfort for the wearer. They are just making for those outdoor enthusiasts. If you ever feared that your boots can not go up with you, this problem will end with the Timberland boots. Even Steve Erwin, the famous crocodile hunter, always wears the trusty timberland shoes on his hunts and safaris. Just think of what boots else could do more to you if these boots can serve him well hiking the treacherous amazon, journeying the Australian outback, walking through the African savannah, and even help in the task of wrestling crocodiles.

And because of Timberland safety boots have such greatness for hiking; Timberland safety boots have a reputation throughout the world for producing reliable, rugged boots for a range of purpose. The Timberland Company was formed in late 1970s but its roots go back to a smaller shoe manufacturer called Abington in 1950s. The first Timberland boot was produced in 1973 and the company was renamed in 1978.

Since then, these Timberland boots with great durability and comfort are not just for the outdoor fans but also for those working individual. The timberland Welted 6″ safety boot and the Timberland Traditional safety boot, both with Goodyear welted construction and steel toe caps, are prime examples of how the Timberland boots can also match rival in safety boots making industry.

Eventually, as the Timberland originally produces the strong hiking boots, with both extreme comfort and durability; these Timberland boots are destined to be the best lover of the hikers, climbers and adventures.

People often purchase silver jewelry feeling that it is a good alternative to gold and perhaps in many cases less expensive. Although good quality silver jewelry is not cheap, a piece of jewelry made with silver would likely be less expensive than its gold counterpart. Silver like gold has been around for centuries and is used in making jewelry to the same degree gold is.

However, there are different qualities of silver that which one classes as almost pure or being 99.9 pure is called fine silver, however it is not the best for silver jewelry aside from the cost. The most common form of silver jewelry is sterling silver. This usually has a silver content of at least 92.5%.

You know that silver needs to be mixed with another medium or alloy to strengthen it. The most common is copper. Interestingly although copper has such a distinct color it does not seem to affect the color of silver as much. It is the perfect choice for strengthening the silver to make it appropriate for silver jewelry making.

One thing that you may want to do if you are serious about your jewelry making is educate yourself on the various types of metals that are used in the industry. By having some knowledge you can make informed decisions when purchasing your jewelry supplies, often referred to as findings.

When it comes to your home jewelry making ideally once you have perfected your technique you are going to want to use better quality materials to enhance your work. The silver jewelry you make should be of the best quality that you can afford. It’s fruitless to design exquisite jewelry using fine stones and then cheat the piece with inferior silver.

If you do this in addition to finding a trustworthy wholesale supplier of jewelry findings then you will feel confident that when you are making your purchases you are getting good quality.