ETRO Opens First Directly Operated Boutique by Milan Headquarters in Hong Kong

ETRO opens its very first directly operated boutique by Milan Headquarters in Harbour City, Hong Kong recently. The star-studded opening ceremony was officiated by ETRO CEO Asia Pacific Mr. Fabio Strada, guests of honour Ms. Cherie Chung, Mr. Hu Jun and Ms. Liza Wang, together with Ms. Canis Lee, representative of Harbour City.  

Celebrities including Karena Lam, Mandy Lieu, Eric Kwok, Grace Ip, Lai Tsz Shan, JW, Oliviia Lee, Alex To, Shine, Au Yeung Tak Fan, Cherrie Choi, Charles Ying and Kam Kwok Leung, together with over 100 guests graced the event with a cocktail party held with a preview of the ETRO FW2014/15 collection.

Designed by Kean Etro with the theme of “Happy Tailoring”, ETRO 2014 AW Menswear collection pays tribute to Italian craftsmen. All drawn and sewn from the local traditions of Italy’s southern region, this collection is not only an homage to our past, but a commitment to preserve our future.

For FW2014 women collection, Veronica Etro taps into the force of Etro’s origins while forging a path towards New Tradition. A crossroads of nomadic cultures, travelling on the silkroad between East and West, leads to legendary landscapes and reveals forgotten craftmanship and details. A languid, folk couture mood weaves throughout, dusting surfaces with a gilded finish and wrapping the body with a cozy embrace.

The 1,234 square feet retail space exudes an air of Italian charm and timelessness. With Art Déco as the design inspiration, silver metal is juxtaposed against rich colours, bold shapes, elegant stitched suede and lacquered surfaces in the boutique. The alternating use of fabrics and lacquered panels creates a visual delight, and the floor is characterized by sophisticated grey marble.

Offering ready-to-wear womenswear, menswear, leather goods and accessories, the new boutique is a true manifestation of Etro’s world of Made-in-Italy style, quality and originality, which remains uncompromised, consistent and protected by the Etro family to this day.

Audemars Piguet Unveils The New Lounge For Art Basel's 2014 Show in Hong Kong

Audemars Piguet unveiled Mathieu Lehanneur’s new lounge concept along with unseen video work by Austrian artist Kurt Hentschläger in the Collectors’ Lounge at the Art Basel show in Hong Kong.  For his new design concept “MINERAL LAB” Lehanneur has explored the themes of technology versus nature. From the use of high-tech glass cubes, to the use of real Swiss rocks of the Vallée de Joux moulded following an archaeological process and "stoneprint" technology, Lehanneur welcomes precise watchmaking "savoir-faire” to create his own, new version of nature. Lehanneur’s designs will bring the captivating landscape of the home of Audemars Piguet, which has played such a key part in both brand's history and legacy of craftsmanship, to upcoming shows at Art Basel in Basel and Miami Beach later this year.

  

The new film work by Austrian video artist Kurt Hentschläger is displayed on the booth in the Collectors’ Lounge. Hentschläger has worked predominately with time-based media, light and sound for over 30 years and his panoramic film for Audemars Piguet depicts scenes from the iconic Vallée de Joux, captured during his visit. Kurt Hentschläger’s new work reflects on nature and technology in the 21st century. It features the captivating landscape that has played an influential role in shaping the story of Audemars Piguet and the development of fine watchmaking.

As the centerpiece of the Audemars Piguet booth the brand features a selection of exceptional historic and contemporary timepieces. The exhibition includes a retrospective of the iconic Royal Oak Offshore 42 mm collection alongside other important pieces from the brand’s origins in the 19th century until today. A watchmaker will also be at the lounge to show visitors the secrets of Audemars Piguet’s delicate polishing process.

Olivier Audemars, Board Member and great-grandson of one of the company founders said : “Art is an important field to Audemars Piguet and also a constant source of inspiration for us. We always emphasise the connections between art and watchmaking as the two worlds share common values such as passion, respect and precision. We are glad to have the opportunity to develop a long-term collaboration with Art Basel so we can forge closer ties with the world of contemporary art.” Following Art Basel’s show in Hong Kong, the Audemars Piguet Booth and exhibition will travel to the Collectors’ Lounge at Art Basel in Basel from 19-22 June 2014, followed by the Miami Beach show from 4-7 December 2014.

Celebrities in ELIE SAAB @ The 67th Cannes Film Festival

Eva Green in ELIE SAAB FW2013/14 Haute Couture collection ruby red silk chiffon gown with embroidery on the bust and a thin leather belt at the premier of <The Salvation>.

Eva Green in ELIE SAAB FW2014/145 collection black wool crepe jumpsuit with a lace panelling  at <The Salvation> photocall.

Clotilde Courau in ELIE SAAB FW2014/145 collection printed silk gazar sleeveless gown at the premier of <How To Train A Dragon 2>.

 Jessica Chastain in ELIE SAAB SS2014 Haute Couture collection lavender, asymmetrical silk chiffon gown with a high belt at the <Foxcatcher> premier.

Sonam Kapoor in ELIE SAAB SS2014 Haute Couture collection black, boatneck, guipure-embroidered gown with a voluminous skirt at the premier of <Horseman>.

Sonam Kapoor in Elie Saab SS2014 Haute Couture lilac blue, strapless silk chiffon gown while attending a party hosted by Chopard a the 67th Cannes Film Festival.

Izabel Goulart in Elie Saab Resort 2014 Ready-To-Wear collection while attending <The Search> premier at the 67th Cannes Film Festival.

Izabel Goulart in Elie Saab SS2014 Ready-To-Wear Collection azalea lace and cady gown and Tony Garrn in Elie Saab SS2014 Ready-To-Wear collection white cut-out cady gown with a high slit while attending the De Grisogono party  at the 67th Cannes Film Festival.

 Anais Demoustier in Elie Saab Resort 2014 Ready-To-Wear collection black lace and organza gown with georgette bands while attending <Two Days, One Night> premier at the 67th Cannes Film Festival.

Celebrities in Roger Vivier @ The 67th Cannes Film Festival

Ines de la Fressange in Roger Vivier Tibet sandals and Pilgrim Folder clutch at the <Mr Tunner> premier.

Cate Blanchett in Roger Vivier Open Toe Pump at the <How To Train Your Dragon 2> photocall.

Jessica Chastain in Roger Vivier Sandale Gabiah at the <Foxcatcher> premier during the 67th Cannes Film Festival.

Celebrities in Roberto Cavalli @ The 67th Cannes Film Festival

Gong Li in Roberto Cavalli special gown while attending <Gui Lai> premier at the 67th Cannes Film Festival.

Natasha Poly in Roberto Cavalli evening dress at <Chopard Backstage Dinner & Afterparty> during the 67th Cannes Film festival.

Rita Ora in Roberto Cavalli evening dress and accessories at during the 67th Cannes Film festival.

Ermenegildo Zegna Couture @ FW2014 Advertising Campaign

Ermenegildo Zegna Couture FW2014 advertising campaign continues the evolutionary shift of Ermenegildo Zegna Couture with crescendo. Following the same four consecutive image layout as the previous campaign, the new Zegna images narrate, with detached eyes, a world of reference that it’s shaping; A new leader, a man with charisma, not necessarily connected with the culture of business, but that influences decisions and leads projects to completion. A man at ease in the circles where he operates.

In SS2014, with the introduction of the ’éminences grises’, the man in grey, as a symbol of the Zegna man of excellence, this season is multiplied and reinforced, with his usual formal elegance; the new universe of luxury tailoring is interpreted in the art photography of Inez & Vinoodh and the protagonist, actor Sam Riley.

A set designed with a minimalist decor gathers in one room, eight men in grey; on the background a map of the world, the world of menswear, of which these are the leaders.  In some takes the actor is shot alone, confident in his elegant sportiness, one of the themes of next winters collection. In other shots Riley is photographed in contrast surrounded by others, maintaining the focus on himself, his new elegance and the leadership of the Ermenegildo Zegna Couture menswear message under the creative guidance of Stefano Pilati.

Credits:

Photographed by: Inez & Vinoodh

Creative Concept by: Stefano Pilati

Art Direction by: Giovanni Bianco

Talent: Sam Riley