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From the moment the first look came down the runway, a simple white button up with colored panels of bright pink, red, baby blue and a yellow collar with an asymetrical pencil skirt with a technicolor fringe, I was smitten. Nude tops with conveniently placed colored stripes, color blocked zippered tees, asymetrical shorts and pants in the freshest pastels. Add to that a mindboggling skirt and dress seemingly made of paint chips in every imaginable shade of the rainbow. The Katharsis collection is pure magic. It's the new Prep of the future. One particular piece that is going to be a must have is a sleeveless pastel paneled modified motorcycle jacket. In bubble gum pink, kelly green, tan, saffron, ice blue, orange and white this jacket is unlike anything you probably have in your closet at the moment.
Rome, the city that we thought died under the weight of its political and religious role, seems to have attracted back the attention that the fashion biz, long time ago, reserved to her. Thursday, September 15th, in fact, Rome will host the first edition of Vogue Fashion's Night Out, an fashion event for charity has proven a massive success in all world capitals. For this occasion, boutiques, griffes and emerging young designers will open the doors of their worlds together to celebrate the beauty of creativity and individual expression. The streets of the trident, from via del Babuino to Rione Monti, will come to life for a night of shopping and fashion fun: cocktail parties, inauguration, presentations and limited edition items specially created to support this initiative signed Vogue. Among the most interesting (which you can find detail on the VFNO's website) Fashilosophy recommends: Valentino and REDValentino, with their cocktail parties at the boutiques of Via Condotti and Via del Babuino, where you can admire the collections and be captivated by Valentino's world, accompanied by a super dj set and classy glamour. Second event not to be missed is Hoss Intropia, the Spanish brand which will celebrate its arrival in Rome with the inauguration of its first flagship store in Via due Macelli, near Piazza di Spagna, the heart of Rome. To warm up the evening Hoss will be a minimalist-chic (the boutique set is amazing), the music of Lara Martelli and his band and of course Mojitos a go-go. And to make you fall in love, Hoss has created a limited edition gadget, which will be given to those who take wild shopping!
With the start of the fashion month just a few weeks away we're all scrambling to put together our looks whether we're sitting front row at Dolce&Gabbana or standing outside Michael Kors hoping to be snapped by the likes of The Sartorialist or Tommy Ton. We at Fashilosophy have always been MAJOR lovers of fierce accesories and in the search for the finishing touches to our Milan fashion week outfits stumbled upon Maria Francesca Pepe.
Crafted by italian artisans but completely influenced by the London avant garde scene the pieces range from ornate gothic headpieces to simple cross necklaces and studded double rings. The concept of Maria Francesca Pepe is revolutionary, her "Jewellery-Wear" blurs the line between clothing and accessories while retaining the functionality of both with the latter being the main feature. The iconic tubular bracelet has become a sort of cult classic worn by everybody from Jennifer Lopez to Beth Ditto. Nicola Formichetti also often goes to Maria Francesca Pepe when he needs a special pieces commisioned for Lady Gaga.

There's no doubt that Prada's spring 2011 espadrille wingtip oxford creeper is the current "IT shoe" this summer. From the Olsen twins to fashion bloggers like Pelayo Diaz everybody is rocking these shoes with the distinct leather, rubber, and robe combination sole. Selling out immediatly in almost every Prada boutique worldwide at one point there was an extensive waiting list.



The collection is built around one idea: "THE NET." It is presented in different sizes, colours and materials and used either in transparent or lined in washed cotton poplin for jackets, trousers, Bermuda shorts, T-shirts, bomber jackets, tracksuits and sweaters.
In addition to the "NET," the presence of silk/wool mohair tailored suits is still strong and characterised by new proportions for the lapels, the length and the construction.


Milan is a hotbed of young new talent. No matter where you go in the city you’re sure to discover a new artist, freelance photographer or emerging designer trying to make it and in the process using every opportunity they can to showcase themselves.
For Fall/Winter 11/12 you’ll find more combinations of fabric layering, asymmetry, hard edges, and a more avant garde vibe. The use of pleating sheer fabrics create give it depth. In shades of black, white and gray the frocks paired with perhaps a pair of leggings and a winter coat would be perfect whether you are stepping into Dolce Gabbana Gold for a quick coffee with friends or an après-ski in Cortina d'Ampezzo.





Exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of Marc Jacobs, Alexander Wang, the Olsens, and more at Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin's CFDA Fashion Awards shoot.











COLORBLOCKING. Behind The Scenes Numéro #124 Daphne Groeneveld, photograpehd by Greg Kadel. Styled by Bill Mullen, with hairstyle and make up Duffy & Mariel Barrera.




