Monday’s here! Newly added pieces from Halston’s collection include this white cape like cocktail dress and this knee length number that can be dressed up with a belt and dressed down with strappy sandals for the summer!
Also, pieces from Vera Wang’s collection include a sleeveless structured floral top, perfect for a dinner out with the girls and a breathtaking yellow floral gown. All for 90% off!
Shop online now at AlOthman Outlet!
We have all been eager to announce the winner for this season’s fashion buyer challenge. For those who were not aware of our challenge, we gave YOU the chance to experience being a fashion buyer by browsing Isabel Marant‘s Fall 2012 runway and guessing which looks we picked for AlOthman. Before announcing the winner, we would like to thank each and every reader that took the time to participate.
And now announcing the winner for this season’s challenge….*drum rolls*
CHANTELLE MOHAJER!
CONGRATULATIONS!! This lucky winner guessed most of the styles correctly!
The looks we chose were 5, 9, 19, 25, 27, 29, 31 and 39. Congratulations Chantelle and better luck next time to our other contestants!
Keep checking the O Blog for all the latest store news and future competitions!
Print mastermind Diane Von Furstenburg has placed her iconic prints onto basics.
How?
By working with Current Elliot of course.
The denim brand who makes perfect basics collaborated with DVF by placing her prints on one dress, a pair of shorts, and three pairs of jeans.
Great way to give basics a designer edge.
One of my favorite films. For the music, and the story, but most of all- for the costumes.
Helen Rose, costume designer for many amazing films, worked magic on Grace Kelly for this movie.
Grecian kaftans that become swimsuits, frothy floral gowns to dance the night away with Frank Sinatra, and a stunning full sleeved embroidered ankle length wedding dress that was so modern and amazing at that time.
Decades later, its seems still wearable and now. Pure talent Miss Rose.
The quirky London Fashion Queen and dear friend of AlOthman has just gotten a brand new extremely enviable position: Editor at Large of Love Magazine.
I’ve always been a big fan of the magazine, particularly the fun and vibrant covers.
Can’t wait to see what she will do with the magazine going forward.
Much ‘Love’ and support coming your way from Kuwait.
You can find her line Lulu & Co. soon at AlOthman.
Diane von Furstenberg and her creative director Yvan Mispelaere took inspiration from such diverse sources as the eclectic clothing combinations of African farmers, and ladylike early sixties fashions
For instance a crisp white cotton shirt worn over a full pleated eyelet skirt, fastened at the waist with ties like a Japanese obi, Diane’s prints ran the gamut from fragile Japanese kimono–inspired designs to vivid Warholian flowers, and they stole the show.
Taking inspiration from African farmers, seductive Japanese kimonos, and 1960’s fashion this collection is DEFINITELY a speedy run on the DVF career cat walk with heels on.
You can see the merging artistic pieces up and close at AlOthman store.
The Olsen twins were not once called “Bag ladies” for nothing. These adorable fashion-gurus surely are trendsetters when it comes to what arm candy to carry around town.
Let us first start off with their wonderful bag collection from their line The Row. Versatile yet classic bags that can be carried both as a clutch and a bag which come in a variety of exotic skins and buttery soft leathers, they are a true investment when it comes to handbags. At AlOthman we currently carry the Spring 2012 The Row handbags.
Another micro-trend that has made a return in the fashion world all thanks to the Olsen twins was the infamous late 80s- early 90s backpack. It all initially started when the girls were seen around town lugging their very luxe crocodile skin backpack from The Row. The backpack trend came just in time with summer with the convenience of being easily carried around and fitting all your necessities without being a pain.
Channel your inner Olsen and be ahead of the trend by getting your hands on this season’s coveted backpack from Alexander Wang also available at AlOthman.
We have had the pleasure to interview the one and only Rachel Zoe and we would like to share her answers with you! Enjoy!
Flashback to a year ago to the date nearly, moments before your very first collection debut for FW11. How were you feeling? Could you anticipate the reception to come?
Words cannot describe how I was feeling – anxious, nervous, excited. I could never have anticipated such an incredible reception.
You’ve described your pieces ‘instant[ly] chic’ and ‘easy glamour,’ to name a few. Could you elaborate on that in a few words?
The collection is all about wearable yet glamorous fashion – it’s for women who love fashion and aren’t afraid to take risks. It’s easy chic. Like the sequin cardigan for example – throw it on over a printed dress or with white denim and a printed top – not only is it incredible versatile, but it will instantly change any look. That’s what the collection is all about – versatility, accessibility, ease and of course, glamour.
The RZC is relatively extensive and aesthetically diverse, your designs & accessories cater to a broad range of style identities. Was this intentional?
Yes. I wanted to make sure there was something for everyone and I am inspired by so many different people in my life, all with very different styles. It also speaks to my overall aesthetic – I love to mix and match different silhouettes and elements from different decades, for me that’s half the fun of fashion.
The 60s & 70s seem to be strong sources of inspiration to you, from musical preference, personal style to your own designs. What aspects of this era do you find most appealing?
Everything! I love anything mod from the 60s – the prints, colors, shift dresses, gogo inspired boots. I’m also completely obsessed with everything from the 70s – the menswear inspired suiting, maxi’s, wide leg pants, platforms and sequins. I’m honestly inspired by everything from the fashion icons, magazine spreads, movies and music.
Jane Birkin, Briggite Bardot, Bianca Jagger, Edie Sedgwick… Would it be fair to say that you designs cater to the modern day archetypes of these style icons?
I think so – at least that’s what I am going for. I really just focus on incorporating different elements from each icon – that’s what is so great about each collection, you can truly mix and match each piece to make every look your own.
The Dead: favorite song?
Box of Rain
We hope you enjoyed our chit chat and make sure to check out Rachel Zoe‘s Spring 2012 Collection at AlOthman!
Proenza Schouler. I wear their clothes, their shoes, their bags, and now their…jewels darling!
The fashion team duo have finally been able to produce their pieces that walk the runway. Collaborating with Alex & Lee, well known San Fransisco jewellers of the Seventies, they are manufacturing their West meets Aztec meets fabulous pieces.
Would love to get my hands on these baubles and work them with one of their colorful printed dresses.
In time…
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