Alicia Keys' Concert Wardrobe Sketches by Giorgio Armani

Alicia Keys and her favorite designer, Giorgio Armani, are once again collaborating on the Grammy Award-winning singer's stellar looks. This time, Armani will be designing a custom-made wardrobe for the singer's European tour, The Element of Freedom, which kicks off in June...

(essence.com)

My first reaction was ooohhhhh..........which I'm sure is a common reaction to Giorgio Armani's stunning pieces. Favored by many a celebrity, he has the perfect touch for whatever the look. From classic, to feminine, to full-on glamour, his design aesthetic never falters. I'm looking forward to seeing Alicia in the finished
products!

"Film Noir Fashions"

Embellished velvet dress, £4,000, by Giorgio Armani (020-7235 6232); earrings by Boucheron (020-7514 9170); bracelets by Bulgari (020-7872 9969) . Fashion by Daniela Agnelli.

Picture: Karen Collins

Dress, £1,735, fur shawl, £2,730, and gloves, £670, all Lanvin (020-7491 1839); diamond lace necklace, diamond bracelet set in platinum, and diamond deco bracelet set in platinum, all by Tiffany & Co (00800-2000 1122); diamond and ruby lace bracelet, Ritz Fine Jewellery (020-7409 1312).

Picture: Karen Collins

Red leather coat, £3,250, and leather belt, £155, both Prada (020-7647 5000); crocodile clutch bag, £1,200, Nancy Gonzalez, from Harrods (020-7730 1234); leather gloves, £670, Lanvin (020-7491 1839); fishnet tights, £12, Falke (mytights.com); shoes, £485, Lanvin, as before; pink-gold bracelet with diamonds and onyx, and yellow-gold ring with green quartz, both Bulgari (020-7872 9969).

Picture: Karen Collins

Fur knit jacket, £870, Gerard Darel (020-7487 5418); silk crêpe georgette blouse, £710, Viktor & Rolf, from Souvenir (020-7287 9877); wool tweed trousers, £475, Maria Grachvogel (020-7245 9331); animal-print beret, £330, Philip Treacy (020-7730 3992); black suede sandals, from £1,680, Hermès (020-7408 5343); crocodile clutch bag, Nancy Gonzalez, from Harrods (020-7730 1234); white-gold and diamond ring, and bracelet, Bulgari (020-7872 9969); diamond necklace, Boucheron (020-7514 9170).

Picture: Karen Collins
Cashmere and wool belted overcoat, £2,940, and lamb shearling reversible gauntlets, £425, both Donna Karan (020-7479 7900); charcoal flannel skirt, £485, Yves Saint Laurent (020-7493 1800); grey and silver hand-painted python bag, £1,515, Christian Dior (020-7172 0172); black fishnet tights, £12, Falke (mytights.com); shoes, £475, Donna Karan, as before; brooch, Erickson Beamon (020-7259 0202); gold necklace, Boucheron (020-7514 9170).

Picture: Karen Collins
Wool jacket, £626, and skirt, £308, both Philosophy Di Alberta Ferretti (020-7235 2349); belt, from £125, Donna Karan (020-7479 7900); leather clutch, from £2,620, Hermès (020-7408 5343); diamond bracelet, Bulgari (020-7872 9969); fishnet tights, £12, Falke (mytights.com).

Picture: Karen Collins

(Daily Telegraph U.K.)

Film Noir is one of my absolute favorite genre's of movies. The women, be they the lethal femme fatale or the jaded vixen, simply "oozed" glamour. I see visions of Lauren Bacall, Lizbeth Scott and Joan Crawford when looking at the gorgeous clothing and jewelry featured here.

"Keepin it Hot"

1. LEFT: Dress ($1,595), boots ($2,950) and belt ($750), Gucci. 203 S. Galena St., 970-920-9150. Coat, Moncler (price on request). 432 E. Hyman Ave., 970-544-5558. Gloves, Giorgio Armani ($595). Neiman Marcus, Cherry Creek Shopping Center, 3000 E. First Ave., Denver, 303-329-2600. Diamond cuff, Joan Boyce ($99,850). 529 E. Cooper Ave., 970-920-1214. Bracelet ($3,250) and earrings ($995), David Yurman. Neiman Marcus, SEE ABOVE. Watch, Harry Winston ($32,700). Meridian Jewelers, 525 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-3833. Tights, Wolford ($42). Neiman Marcus, SEE ABOVE. RIGHT: Sweater ($989), pants ($1,947) and boots ($2,210), Louis Vuitton. 205 S. Mill St., 970-544-8200. Bag, Giorgio Armani ($1,925). Neiman Marcus, Cherry Creek Shopping Center, 3000 E. First Ave., Denver, 303-329-2600. Necklace ($1,100), earrings ($1,900), bracelets ($2,100–$3,800) and ring ($950), David Yurman. Neiman Marcus, SEE ABOVE. Tights, Wolford ($42). Neiman Marcus, SEE ABOVE.

2. LEFT: Sweater ($798) and skirt ($698), Ralph Lauren. 501 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-5147. Tights, Wolford ($54). Neiman Marcus, Cherry Creek Shopping Center, 3000 E. First Ave., Denver, 303-329-2600. Heels, Giuseppe Zanotti ($775). Neiman Marcus, SEE ABOVE. Watch, Cartier ($52,450). Meridian Jewelers, 525 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-3833. Ring, Joan Boyce ($14,800). 529 E. Cooper Ave., 970-920-1214. Earrings, Andreoli ($9,950). Joan Boyce, SEE ABOVE. RIGHT: Dress, Max Mara ($780). Saks Fifth Ave., Cherry Creek Shopping Center, Denver, 3000 E. First Ave., 303-393-6333. Tights, Wolford ($42). Neiman Marcus, Cherry Creek Shopping Center, 3000 E. First Ave., Denver, 303-329-2600. Bracelets, Joan Boyce ($7,500–$11,500). 529 E. Cooper Ave., 970-920-1214. Mink scarf, The Little Bird ($445). 205 S. Mill St., 970-920-3830. Heels ($820) and gloves ($970), Christian Dior. 201 S. Galena St., 970-544-5222. Necklace, Buccellati ($48,000). 441 E. Hopkins Ave., 970-544-8303.

3. LEFT: Blouse ($1,180), pants ($995) and vest ($4,130), J. Mendel. Neiman Marcus, Cherry Creek Shopping Center, 3000 E. First Ave., Denver, 303-329-2600. Earrings, Buccellati ($157,000). 441 E. Hopkins Ave., 970-544-8303. Necklace, Maja DuBrul (price on request). 325 E. Hopkins Ave., 970-920-1133. RIGHT: Jacket ($48,500) and pants ($18,500), Dennis Basso. 645 E. Durant Ave., 970-925-4499. Earrings, David Yurman ($995). Neiman Marcus, Cherry Creek Shopping Center, 3000 E. First Ave., Denver, 303-329-2600. Ring, Joan Boyce ($48,150). 529 E. Cooper Ave., 970-920-1214.

4. LEFT: Blouse ($1,200) and pantsuit ($2,300), Brioni. 218 S. Mill St., 970-925-9266. Necklace ($1,100) and ring (1,800), David Yurman. Neiman Marcus, Cherry Creek Shopping Center, 3000 E. First Ave., Denver, 303-329-2600. Boots, Giuseppe Zanotti ($695). Neiman Marcus, SEE ABOVE. RIGHT: Jacket, Prada ($9,120). 312 S. Galena St., 970-925-7001. Rings ($975–$1,800) and necklace ($1,100), David Yurman. Neiman Marcus, Cherry Creek Shopping Center, 3000 E. First Ave., Denver, 303-329-2600.


Styling by Annabel Rivera
Produced by Julie Bensman
Hair and Makeup by Sylvia Dimaki using NARS Cosmetics at Halley Resources
Model: Kim Cloutier (MARILYN NEW YORK)
Styling Assistance by Kelsi Ammon and Ugla Hauksdottir (Aspen magazine)

"Get a Grip"

1. Embroidered satin bag with mother-of-pearl and cultured pearls, Bulgari, $2,200, call 800-BULGARI

2. Calfskin and satin bag with Swarovski crystals, Giorgio Armani, $3,875, call 212-988-9191

3. Origami-effect satin bag with crystal pavé and jet stone, Daniel Swarovski, $3,000, call 212-308-1710

4. Austrian crystal minaudière, Judith Leiber, $2,995, visit judithleiber.com

5. Enamel, platinum, and diamond minaudière, circa 1920, from Van Cleef & Arpels’ Private Collection, visit vancleef-arpels.com

6. Citrine, onyx, and pearl bag, IradJ Moini, $3,190, at Mariko, Palm Beach

(Elle)

Beautiful jeweled clutches with a touch of Deco.

"Renaissance Woman"

Dress, $3025, belt, $295, Prada; shoes, price upon request, Giorgio Armani; gloves, $40, LaCrasia; tights, $16.90, Emilio Cavallini.

Top, $1815, pants, $2495, Chloé by Hannah MacGibbon; shoes, $665, Emporio Armani; belt, $895, Yves Saint Laurent; socks, $13, American Apparel.

Top, $1345, skirt, $1035, Stella McCartney; shoes, $540, Brian Atwood; tights, $49, Falke.

Dress, $4995, Dolce & Gabbana; shoes, $665, Emporio Armani; fishnets, $42, tights, $42, Wolford.

Top, $595, Emporio Armani; skirt, $670, Katy Rodriguez; shoes, price upon request, Christian Louboutin for 3.1 Phillip Lim; belt, $850, Yves Saint Laurent; thigh-highs, $8, We Love Colors.

Jacket, $4190, Dior; skirt, $495, Catherine Malandrino; leggings, $88, 6126 Collection.

Dress, $1550, shoes, $1195, necklace, price upon request, tights, $210, Chanel. On hair: John Frieda Frizz-Ease Spiral Style Curl-Defining Spray Gel.

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