Jannat and Sadaf: Revolutionizing Pret!

SS serves it up hot from all the corners of Pakistan, From all the genres of Fashion!

Pret is a tricky territory, it's harder than couture as far as Pakiland goes. One designer House that is serving it up hot is Jannat and Sadaf.

The newest sensation in pret wear, It's time to know Jannat the Designer behind the Pastel wonders and white visions!

Style Stripped brings you: Jannat Shahid.

... A quirky one on one with Jannat Shahid of Jannat and Sadaf.

which other designer's work do you like? International and Local?

I love Valentino's silhouettes, Pucci prints, Dolce's attitude. Rizwan Beyg is my favorite local designer, I think he is really talented.

If you could come back as one dress, which one would it be? 

The Simple Long Kurta.

If you could come back as a model, who would it be?

I can't imagine being any one except me.

 What's your fav. colour?

white.

What's your fav. Junk Food?

Crips.

What's the Last Book you Read?

The case of Exploding Mangoes.

what scares you most?

Drowning.

what's the secret?

To Have Faith.

Any female you particularly admire?

My Sister.

Is there something special you do for someone who cannot pay for a J&S creation all in one? Do you have a deferred payment plan?

With such affordable prices you don't need a deferred plan.

What's your most common saying?

How odd is that?

What is the one thing you LOVE and one thing you HATE about doing what you do? 

I love it when someone says 'WOW' to our creation and i hate haggling over prices.

Your motto in life?

Get out of the box and Live it up!

What is your take on ' Designers being 'Inspired' (copying) by other Designers?' Do you thing it's ok if a Designer take only 40 percent of another one's creation?

Its really NOT ok to steal people's idea and incorporate them as your own. Such i deas are always shortlived and rarely go a long way.

Have you ever cheated in life? (In any aspect)...

My upbringing doesn't give me the liberty to do that.

What computer do you use?

The Vaio.

Do you give back to the society? If not are you planning some sort of social Act.

Yes, we always try to contribute a small percentage to the society.

Plastic surgery ... Yes or No?

No!

What do you have for breakfast?

I love breakfast! Almonds, Honey, Toast with cheese and a cup of coffee.

At age 7 what did you want to be?

A model.

Favorite vacation spot and why?

London... Feels like home.

What's you most treasured possession?

My kids.

 Which is the one Brand (Bags; Shoes) you swear by?

I am not a one brand person. I wear whatever i like whether its branded or not.

Alot of designers still don't deliver on time. What do you do to ensure that doesn't happen?

We are always careful about punctuality. however since everything is mostly manual sometimes delays can be unavoidable.

How does one go about interning with J & S. And is it only Fashion related and therefore for Fashion student OR can other people think about it too?

I would love to teach younger people about fashion so almost any one is welcome.

If you weren't a designer what would you be?

A journalist.

What piece of Art would you most like to own?

Jameel Naksh.

Are there any set backs of working where you do from?

None.

When and where are you most happy?

With my Kids.

Whose diary would you most like to read?

No ones.

What do you hate about the Fashion Industry?

The incessant rivalry.

What's you biggest self-indulgence?

Chocolates

What's you favorite place to shop?

London.

If you were an Inventor, what would you invent?

The Time Machine.

Who's you favorite Singer?

Atif Aslam.

Your biggest critic?

My mother.

Always...

Be honest.

Never...

Be judgmental

What is your take on Style Stripped (be comprehensive if you wish ;)

I love Style Stripped and I am Hooked on it!

Jannat and Sadaf: Pret Wear'09

Their latest creative offering is of a subtle nature, SS presents 'Powerful Pastels' al' a 

Jannat & Sadaf:

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Sonam Kapoor: Effortlessly Chic!

... it amazes me how this girl hits it right every time!

Sonam Kapoor creates some SERIOUS monochrome magic...

WANT TO GET HER STYLE? WE SHOW YOU HOW!

... don't forget to comment.

Mathew William for H&M

...especially for SS readers; Images of the collection & Mathew Williamson on htalks about his Collection...ENJOY!!

... so far i am LURVIINNNGGG 'The Peacock Top' and Leather Jacket.

'LOVE'

Trend Alert: Gold.

Gold is one trend that has been carried forward from last seasons but in our society we often find it hard to wear Gold and look Hot rather than Greasy.

... a lot of people ask me 'how to wear gold' 

The key word is : Balance.

... therefore if using a Gold Jacket, go for Black pants; If using Gold accessories seriously tone down your garment. 

Most importantly it's no secret the best way to do gold is through accessories. Either your jewels, your bag or shoes, Even a belt.

Maheen Kardar: The Pink Family.

... sheer cuteness! Maheen Kardar along with Proud parents Khalid and Naheed Kardar wear PINK at Karma's store launch in Islamabad. I think all of them look adorable especially mom.

  

Maheen and Mom wear Karma (ofcourse!)

Sabyasachi '09.

Sabyasachi prooved yet again that he is the king of Kitsch,. I heart the collection!

      

     

Umar Sayeed: Western Line '09

... It's very refreshing to see Umar streamline his silhouettes, stick to a basic color palette. The collection is a pleasant

surprise. Say What?

        

Umar Sayeed: The Magic of Couture.

SS brings you the latest offerings from Umar Sayeed.

Perfect for a party, wedding or your Wedding Day!

Mathew Williamson for H & M.

... this makes you wanna be at the high street in the queue, Sigh.

IT'S just under a month now until Matthew Williamson unleashes his vibrant and exotic print designs onto the shelves and rails of high street favourite H&M. But you don't have to wait until then to see exactly what's going to be in store as the look to the left shows. 

"I wanted to create a strong urban collection fused with the brand's signature symbols and shapes. It's been fascinating to search back through my archives to isolate the most iconic pieces, then rework them for H&M," explains Williamson of the collection, which will hit around 200 H&M stores worldwide on April 23. 

"Colour is one of the defining aspects of my signature style. I focussed on the iconic peacock motif seen across my collections to develop a palette of blues, chartreuse and emerald. The spirit of the collection is both covetable and precious," Williamson adds, picking out a bias-cut graphic butterfly print dress, which references an outfit from his first ever show in 1997, among his favourite pieces. 

Margareta van den Bosch, creative advisor at H&M says: "I think people will really love this collection. I love the way Matthew mixed prints in the dresses, and the colour clocking of the tailoring. It's very elegant, but there are lots of things you can wear in a really relaxed way too." 

And if you do miss out the first time round (this collection is bound to sell out fast), there's no need to worry - a second summer instalment of the collaboration (featuring more beachwear pieces) will be available from May 14 and, for the first time in H&M's designer collaboration history, will be on sale in all of its stores.

VIA Style.com

Trend List; Spring/Summer '09.

Trends are change rather quickly more so than ever...

Heres a look at what's IN this Spring/Summer season.

The Dress: 

• It'll be breezy and unstructured rather than rigid and fitted.
  
• The prints that made waves on the catwalks include the paisley.
• Tunics, Blouses, Grecian style shirts.
• The season will start with the slim pants and it will take a lot of push by designers to finally succumb to the wide leg.
• Details such as smocking make a come back and pearls stay where they are, IN.

The Jewelry:

• 'Filigree' style jewelry in IN. Pieces from this kind give a mesh effect. 
• Bangles are here to stay from Spring through to Summer.
• Earrings, rings and Bangles etc. are making a statement with Gold, yes it's here to stay.
• Rings get a new life line too. Statement rings with acrylics, semi precious and unusual stones are trendy.

The Shoe:

• Strappy Sandals are making a come back. But beware of your foot type, you don't want your flesh poking out from each line.
• Shoes should be Block colors i.e. one color. 'Rang Barangi' and OTT embellished shoes stay out.
• Heels will be major although flats will be seen due to the season.

The Bag:

• The bag makes an understated statement.
• Away with the flashy lines such as Monogram by LV and Coach.
• In with the very classy Chanel or relatively new Balenciaga.

The Accessories:

• Keep it low, no need to fuss an outfit.
• As long as your style can afford it go for a brooch. The Chanel flower being a cult favorite.

Clockwise from the top left: Chanel CC Earrings, Anna Sui Rosebud Paisley Tunic, Skinny Pants by Dorothy Perkins, Ardenb Paisley Top, Chanel Vintage 2.55 Quilted Bag, Jimmy Choo Water Snake Platforms, Balenciaga City in Praline, Earrings and Rings by Isharya.

Maheen Karim: Cocktail Hour.

Let the party begin with Maheen Karim's fun creations...

Mostly color blocked these dresses are fun flirty and fit for a party!

image: Niche.

Chanel 101.

Style Stripped was born out of intentions of educating the people about Fashion.

Of knowing right from wrong and that there is nothing known as right or wrong!

Fashion is a sub division of one's style and is build on dimensions such as Garments, Bags, Shoes and Accessories.

... as Coco Chanel said ' Fashion fades, Only Style remains the same'

and it is only fair to start with the MOST timeless Fashion Houses of our time, Chanel.

SS brings exclusive 101 on Chanel bags...

Dimensions of the Chanel Bag.

Dimensions:

Baguette (formerly known as East West) flap bag:

Length:25 cm

Height:13 cm

Width 5.5 cm

Chain strap: adjustable to 68cm (single strap only)

Baguette lambskin flap bag:

Length:25 cm

Height: 13 cm

Width: 5 cm

Chain strap: adjustable to about 65 cm

Classic flap quilted bags - caviar & lambskin:

Small: 9" x 5.5" x 2.5" (13cm x 17cm x 6cm) (single flap, single chain)

Medium: 10" x 6" x 3" (double flap, double chain)

Large (double flap, double chain)

Jumbo: 12" x 8" x 3.5" (single flap, double chain)

2.55 Reissues:

225: 18 x 25.5 x 5.5 cm (10 x 7.06 x 2.16 inches)

226: 20 cm X 28 cm X 6 cm (11 x 7.88 x 2.4 inches)

227: 23 x 31 x 6 cm (12.2 x 9 x 2.4 inches)

228: 25 x 36 x 6.5 cm (14.2 x 9.8 x 2.6 inches) 

Colors till 2007:

2005 Colours - Grey, Black, White (with grey undertones)

2006 Colours - Burgundy, Dark-White, Bronze

2007 Cruise - (courtesy japskivt from TPF)

Distressed Patent:White (ruth hardware), Dark Navy, Dark Beige (aged hardware), Black, Light Red.

Metallic Distressed Patent: Copper (copper hardware), Gold (gold hw), Silver (ruth hw), Dark Silver (ruth hardware).

Velvet: Dark Red, Brown

... The Chanel 2.55 Classic Flap Black in Caviar Leather.

Arguably the most famous bag by Chanel.

... If you have any questions about Chanel Bags, anything varying from styles, colors, types etc. OR any requests for other brands or types of bags please use the Comment Section below.

Hermes Jige: On Top of Her Game!

SS spotted the very classy Lady Erum Alam proving so time and again. 

And this time I feel great featuring the gorgoues Hermes 'Jige' Clutch.

Hermes is literally the BEST Brand around, It has personified class, elegance and luxury always...

Erum Alam with The Hermes 'Jige' PM in Rouge.

Approx. € 1,000.

Sonya Batla Lawn.

Quite Bland . ...

Say What?