THAT High-Low Top

I'd been searching for an "extreme" high-low top for quite some time now, and I'm please to say that my search ended today. My preference is one that isn't chiffon or polyester. Initially, I found and ordered New York and Company's version. After more looking, I ran across Urban Outfitters' henley, and one offered by Forever 21. I've decided that I must have the latter as well.

I love the color! It looks purple (they also have it in black), but they're calling it blue. for me, it's all about the longer back!

High-Lo Draped Long Tunic Top, $22.47; nyandcompany.com

Truly Madly Deeply Extreme High/Low Henley, $79
urbanoutfitters.com

Twisted Drape Top, $20.93; forever21.com

Black & White

Niko K. Tucci, Veronica Mazziota

Starting from an in-depth study on lines and materials, young stylist Veronica Mazziota joins forces with Niko Tucci, in charge of the technical aspect, merging their backgrounds and stylistic visions in one to create a project that combines fashion and art.

Sandra Backlund’s creations – the perfect choice for this editorial – take centre stage and command attention through statement volumes created with hand-knitted wool. Shot in a studio to bring the attention on a few elements only, using black and white became a natural choice so as to remove any potential interfering elements – colour, in this case – to focus on the lines that, shot after shot, harmoniously blur the borders between the garments and the lamp. An editorial conceived starting from the study of an object, a piece of home furnishing with a daily use which the two young artists have chosen as the focus of their project.

  Nico K. Tucci - photographer Nico K. Tucci was born in Milan; his mother is from Veneto and his father from Apulia. His life has been mostly characterized by his numerous travels, that he started doing when he was very young. One summer after the other, he has been forced by his father Antonio to visit most of the archeological excavations in Greece, both on the continental land and on the islands; he would have rather met some young people of his own age. When he grew up, he learned to appreciate those direct experiences he had with history, that are still inherent to him. The numerous travels have brought him not to be able to stay still in the same place for a long time. He is based in Milan, but he prefers to travel around. He collects the numerous keys to the reading that are hidden in the real experiences, in order to be able to deeply understand the world that surrounds him, so that he is constantly stirred up. He is the loving assistant of Ramak Fazel; he is a tireless dreamer, and he loves walking.

Veronica Mazziotta - stylist Born on August 14th 1988, raised between Germany and Italy. "I began my studies in Milan at art high school Umberto Boccioni, and then chose an academic path, earning a diploma in Fashion Styling at Central Saint Martin in London. Back in Italy, alongside my working experience with fashion houses such as Tod's, Diane von Furstenberg and L'Autre Chose, I also developed my passion and activity as a free-lance stylist. I am currently enhancing my cultural interests studying contemporary art at the Accademia di Brera.”

Photographer: Nico K. Tucci
Stylist: Veronica Mazziotta
Models: Enly Tammela @2morrowmodel, Cindy Borges @2morrowmodel
Make-up artist: Dafne Rahnema
Hair stylist: Fabio Alvieri

The designers:
Nanna Van Blaaderen
Sandra Backlund
Sihwan Kim

(Vogue.it)

Knit Wit: Jessica Schröder's Margot

“Currently I’m designing my second spring/summer collection for my own accessory label Margot, inspired by paintings of the Pre-Raphaelites as well.












Background

“I graduated in 2009 and finished with a diploma in fashion design at the University of Applied Sciences, Hamburg.”



At the moment

“Currently I’m living in Hamburg and designing my second spring/summer collection for my own accessory label Margot.

The collection will be more flowery and is inspired by paintings of the Pre-Raphaelites as well as the style of Frida Kahlo.

Besides I’m establishing myself as a freelance knitwear designer for other brands.”



Style key-words

Soft, sensual, poetic, whimsical, organic, lush, intricately, handcrafted.



Where would you like to see your collection sold?

“In no particular store, but anywhere where people would love the style of Margot.”



Other experiences in fashion?

“I worked for several years as design assistant for the German accessory label “the girl and the gorilla” and did an internship at the knitwear department of “Diane von Furstenberg”, New York.”



What do you expect from the publication on vogue.it?

“Showcasing my work on vogue.it is a great opportunity to introduce my accessory label to a wide international audience. Hopefully I will be able to approach interested people and gain more contacts for future collaborations.”



What's next? The greatest dream?

“My greatest dream is to establish Margot as an international accessory brand. Therefore I’m looking right now for an exciting spot to present my next collection.”



How do you define fashion?

“Fashion is just a great medium to express your self. For me as a designer it gives me the possibility to step into other worlds at every single day of the week.”



What celebrity would you like to dress?

Florence Welch of Florence + the Machine.



Style icons?

"Pippi Longstocking, Tim Walker, Alexander McQueen...everyone who has a great fashion story to tell."



How is your relationship with raw materials?

“Researching material for a new collection is one of my favourite parts, because it’s very essential for my work. Exceptional yarns and new colours always inspire me and give me a first hint how the new collection will look like.”

(Vogue.it)

This is by far, one of the best of the knit, accessories collections. These intricate designs are creative perfection!

"Cozy up"

Cream cashmere hooded cardigan, £125, by the White Company (0845 678 8150). White silk vintage playsuit, from a selection, at Concetta Vintage (concettavintage.com) Picture: Nicky Emmerson

Oatmeal cashmere V-neck sweater, £235, by Joseph (020 7610 8441). Cream silk and lace slip, £230, by Stella McCartney, London W1 (020 7518 3100). Oyster mohair throw (on bed), £50, by the White Company, (0845 678 8150). Picture: Nicky Emmerson

Blue and grey silk-chiffon and lace bra, £110, by Stella McCartney, as before. Grey cotton and silk-mix cardigan, £35, by Next (0844 844 8939). Grey merino-wool leggings, £125, by Joseph, as before . Picture: Nicky Emmerson

Silk-chiffon floral playsuit, £65, by Mimi Holliday by Damaris (damaris.co.uk). Cream cashmere cardigan, £149, by Pure Collection (0844 848 1030). Picture: Nicky Emmerson

Grey cashmere belted cardigan, £345, by Toast (toast.co.uk). Flesh-coloured cotton corset top, £32, by Topshop (0845 121 4519). Cream silk French knickers, £45, by Julianne, from figleaves.com. Oyster mohair throw, £50, by the White Company, as before . Picture: Nicky Emmerson

Cashmere roll-neck jumper, £434, by Graham & Spencer (grahamandspencer.com). Nude silk and lace shorts, £30, by Elle Macpherson, from figleaves.com. Cream wool Aran blanket, £99, by Laura Ashley (0871 230 2301). Oatmeal cashmere throw, £349, by Brora (0845 659 9944). Picture: Nicky Emmerson

(Daily Telegraph U.K.)