Phi's Resort 2010 Collection

Andreas Melbostad, creative director for Phi, really didn't do anything out of the ordinary for the new collection. He says that he added a "little bit of an escape" into the label's urban look, obviously in a very subtle way. I wasn't thinking about blogging about this collection until I read that Andreas was trying to keep the looks more affordable and that 85% of the collection will retail for under $1000. Many designers aren't, but it's always nice to see ones who really are taking the economy into account.

Donna Karan's Resort 2010 Collection

Donna Karan has shown with her new Resort collection that she knows how to create beautiful silhouettes for women. Many designers create clothing that is stunning and really creative, but could only be pulled off by a model, Donna Karan has created clothing that can be worn by a woman of any size. With these clothes she not only plays on each woman's own curves, but also gives them a completely new body shape without making it look frumpy. This collection is definitely in that grey area where the womenswear looks masculine and also feminine, making the looks interesting. The collection is beautiful, definitely my favorite of Resort season so far.

Oscar de la Renta's Resort 2010 Collection

People always say that it's hard to get on top but harder to stay there, and Oscar de la Renta knows exactly how hard. Oscar is one designer that I'm always pleased with. I love every collection of his more than the last! This year his Resort collection is BREATHTAKING, with looks ranging from beachwear to fitted blazers. Obviously I loved the entire collection, but I found his jackets just stunning.

Isabeli Fontana for Vogue Brazil

Model Isabeli Fontana is featured on the cover of Vogue Brazil's June 2009 edition with a photo shot by Jacques Dequeker. For this shoot, titled Umatrama Natural, Isabeli was dressed in menswear-inspired clothing. Her beauty is enough to make any editorial look good, but her intense connection with the camera and daring poses are what made this particular one so strong. Here are more photographs from her editorial:

Michael Kors' S/S 2009 Ad Campaign

Once again, you will see Carmen Kass and Noah Mills posing for Michael Kors. In this Spring/Summer ad campaign, shot by Mario Testino, they are both looking beautiful... But it's nothing special. With these photographs, I feel like I'm having deja vu. They look almost identical with his 2009 Cruise ads. The only real difference that I can tell is a different color filter.

S/S 2009:

Cruise 2009:

Dolce & Gabbana Gold Restaurant

Dolce & Gabbana have opened their Gold restaurant in Milano, Italy. Surprisingly, according to the website, the gold theme is not meant to represent money and wealth, but actually to respresent a taste for beauty and sensual pleasure. The D&G Gold's menu has a wide variety of international cuisines that are made with superior ingridients, and an amazing range of beverages. The downstairs bistro opens at lunch time, the formal dining area upstairs, however, only serves dinner. The coffee room is open almost all hours, along with the cocktail bar, and an area for smoking that almost forms a private room of it's own.

Gucci's F/W 2009 Catalogue

Mathias Bergh and Casey Taylor are featured in Gucci's Fall/Winter 2009 catalogue. The suits are classic, and beautifully fitted. The handbags, briefcases, and luggage is the most exciting part of it all, high-end chic while keeping it's masculinity is difficult but, when well-executed, is stunning.