Category archives: Fashion & Style

Hallhuber – staying trendy in the winter

1. September 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear
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Even Hallhuber and their winter collection have oriented themselves towards the current boho trend, which has come out on top rather spectacularly this year. Womenswear has set it sights on this trendy look which exudes lightness and stylishness. With the oriental-inspired creations that have been integrated into their new winter...

Fashion Trends 2015 – Fringes

1. September 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear
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We're all about the popular ethno style this week, and I've been itching to introduce a very special element of their design to you. Let's hear it for: fringes! Fans of the bohemian go crazy over fringes, which can be used in many different ways. They embellish shoes, jackets and backpacks;...

When you're dressed in Anja Gockel, the whole...

1. September 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear
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Winter need not always imply a scarcity of colour! Anja Gockel proves precisely this with her latest autumn and winter collection. Titled “Take Me Home”, the collection is an eclectic flurry of colours and shapes. Soft greys and strict blacks are broken up by the intensive yellow and orange tones that shine...

By Dimitri – Bohemian Classics

1. September 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear
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One of my favourite labels, By Dimitri, produces classic fashion embellished with extravagant details. Their winter collection of 2015/16 is further proof of the irrepressible creativity of designer Dimitrios Panagiotopoulos. These "Made in Italy" creations are a fresh breath of air in the fashion scene, astonishing loyal fans while establishing...

Fashion Trends 2015: The Fur Vest

1. September 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear
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No matter where you go, there'll always be someone wearing a fur vest. It's a late summer must-have, and marks the shift from summer to winter fashion. I promise you that soon, the vest will become a necessity of every woman’s wardrobe. Now, what is it that makes this garment so...

Sha' Cha – A Touch of Ethno

31. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear
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Fashion is an endless development; a cycle of inspirations from the past and new innovations. Thus there will always be ups and downs; there'll always be happening trends that we will come to be ashamed of in a few years' time. But not everybody adheres to this cycle (which is...

Trend alarm with Thomas Rath

31. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear
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With the start of September, the time for change has come. It marks a new beginning - in the world of fashion, at least. It's the start of the autumn and winter season, and every day we get closer and closer to the time for stocking up on warmer clothing. Along...

HSE24 – Bohemian Like You

31. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear
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Have you heard of the colour Marsala? It's a soft, calming and light variant of the popular Bordeaux. Currently, this trendy shade can be found in almost every collection, including for example the fall and winter line by HSE24. This fashion brand, known for its classical pieces, is now heading...

Ethnic Style by Orsay

31. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear
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Our online shop not only has various offerings, but also allows you to discover the newest trends! Every day, we round up all the must-have just for you. Now, it's late summer and you've got one last chance at rocking the irresistible ethnic look. Orsay has just the thing for...

Lena Hoschek – L’heure Bleue

31. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear
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Lena Hoschek kicks off the winter season of 2015/16 with the “blue hour”. This young Austrian couturier presents classic femininity with an underlying multi-faceted blue. The feminine line is dominated by dresses that stand out thanks to the intensity of their colours, precious fabrics and prints. “L’heure Bleue” takes you on...

The Sailor Suit

28. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear, Kidswear, Menswear
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This week, it's all about the sailor trend. I'd like to start off by telling you more about the history of the original sailor suit. The uniform was worn by seafarers, and first entered the fashion world in the 1900s. The full set consisted of pants, a top and the well-known...

Nautica - a modern twist to the marine look

28. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Menswear
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Want to rock this season’s maritime look even while standing in the center of a city? You've come to the right place. Nautica promotes a sporty and active lifestyle, a fact which is reflected in its maritime fashion. From summery swimming shorts to the preppy button-down shirt, you can find everything you...

Maritime Swimwear

28. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear, Menswear
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Just like in the past few years, the sailor look remains omnipresent today. Navy blue, stripes and anchor prints are very trendy right now, and you'd be hard-pressed to find a closet that doesn't contain at least one of these maritime highlights. This striking look is indispensable - fashionistas, trendsetters,...

The sailor's look – an icon

27. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear
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The sailor look is one of today's iconic styles, and has its roots in the year 1900. Even then, original outfits were being created based on the attire of sailors. These maritime-inspired outfits were originally intended for children, but designers soon discovered the possibilities of the maritime design. Jean-Paul Gaultier...

Saint James - Casual Men's Chic

27. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Menswear
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Saint James' male line rather looks like a well-stocked wardrobe. But what, exactly, constitutes a well-stocked wardrobe? The answer: a wardrobe whose contents present a great number of possibilities for combinations, thus making it so much easier for somebody to piece together a good outfit. With Saint James, this has been...

Maritime shoe fashion by Gaastra

27. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear, Menswear
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A perfect sailor look is never complete without a pair of matching shoes. They can completely alter the character of the entire outfit, and are, as such, an integral part of the look. On that note, lifestyle label Gaastra, who have dedicated themselves to outfits for fans of sailing, also offer...

Fashion in (Marine-)Blue

27. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear, Menswear
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The maritime look is modern; it's no longer monotonous and uniform. The sailors’ outfit used to be limited to a few select shades, but all that has changed today. The numerous playful shades of blue, including marine blue, are irresistible to many fashionistas! Colour gradients, blue-on-blue patterns or simple but powerful...

Nautical Style Fashion by Blue Velvet

27. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear
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Nautical fashion routinely utilises elements of seafaring uniforms. Blue and white stripes, as well as red accents, are typical features of the sailors look. Vintage label Blue Velvet has now introduced a feminine version of the look! The focus remains on the colours blue, white and red, and they've come together to...

Maritime Motifs in Fashion

27. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear, Menswear
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The sailors' look has largely been dominated by maritime motifs. Aside from the usual colours, other elements include the ship's wheel, the ship's anchor or the vessel itself. Nowadays, the actual uniform in its entirety is left aside, while its individual pieces are what play an important role in men's and...

Nautica – Greetings from the Sea

26. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear
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Fashion brand Nautica live up to their name with the launch of their new collection, which contains sailor-style highlights for the home as well as the wardrobe. Maritime elements have been perfectly integrated into current outfits, and the typical trademark white-blue colour combination can be found in every corner. This...

Paul & Shark – Navy Pea Coat

26. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Menswear
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For a man who's a fan of maritime fashion, it can't get any better than Paul & Shark. This luxury label have aligned themselves with the sea and its respective professions, and they've launched collections with names such as "Fisherman". Trends that originated from sailing culture come into play here. However, technique is so...

Gaastra – time for the sea!

26. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear
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The sailor's look has long been a cult favourite, and is largely regarded as being very versatile. Its legendary design is not only casual and romantic, but also feminine and seductive. However, the maritime outfit mostly exudes a nonchalant aura, and that's why we love it. At Gaastra, you can...

Maritime Jewelry

26. August 2015
Fashion & Style
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This week, we're all about maritime fashion. On that note, I'd like to introduce the perfect jewelry for this look. The world of jewellery has long dedicated a part of itself to to nautical motifs, which can be found integrated in playful delicate lines. The anchor, the wheel and the...

Preppy sailor-look with Gaastra

25. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Menswear
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It's simple, but effective – in the world of men’s fashion, the preppy look is a timeless and relatively easy-to-grasp concept. It was a look decried by many as being too conservative, but it has long since transformed into a symbol for an active and fashionable lifestyle. The sailor’s look...

The modern fisherman’s Cap

25. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Menswear
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It might look like a simple fisherman’s cap, but it's currently also THE trend accessory for men. This rounded hat without a bill, made out of cotton or occasionally other fabrics, has assumed a crucial position in the fashion world. In my opinion, it's replaced the sporty cap. It's the...

Watercult – Modern Eye Retro

25. August 2015
Fashion & Style, Womenswear
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Swimwear with a difference - that's the concept behind Watercult, a label which has put several lines on the market this summer. Regardless of your preference for a hippie, bohemian or modern retro style, there'll be something for every trendsetter here. The series "Modern Retro Eye" combines maritime elements with floral jungle motifs...
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