Marni for H&M: Get Ready for the Collabo of the Year
Tick tock, tick tock. The clock is quickly winding down and it’s almost time for the Marni for H&M collection to hit stores nationwide on Thursday, March 8. I stopped by Trump International Tower and Hotel yesterday for the preview and was pleasantly surprised with their stylish offerings.
Versace for H&M brought customers over-the-top, hyper-sexy, more-is-more prints and designs. Lanvin for H&M gave shoppers ladylike elegance and lavish glamour. This year, the Marni collection taps into our wild, adventurous sides with womenswear, menswear, and accessories that offer classic, iconic Marni to the high street crowd.
At first glance the capsule collection looks like a hodgepodge of your grandma’s favourite prints and fabrics but upon closer inspection the method to the madness reveals itself. Bold West African-inspired wax block prints, shining metallic brocade and quirky stripes and polka dots are artfully turned into sheath dresses, cropped pants, voluminous midi and maxi skirts, loose summer-ready shorts, tailored dress shirts and fitted pencil skirts.
*GASP*
And the accessories. I N-E-E-D them all. Beautiful lacquered corsage-like necklaces, plastic and woven straw totes, chic Spartacus-esque metallic leather with rope sandals, chunky bracelets, sequined collars, printed silk scarves, and plastic petal drop earrings would all be the perfect finishing touches for an airy summer dress or classic jeans and a tee.
And there’s something for the boys too. Marni at H&M offers menswear staples with subtle (for Marni) prints and a utilitarian aesthetic. Chunky knits (but in the summer?), two-tone shirts, printed shorts, anoraks. In addition to menswear, Marni also offers accessories including bags that you may want to steal borrow from the bf.
Once again, H&M and its collaborators have created a collection worth lining up for. Will you be braving the crowds for Marni mania when the collection lands in H&M stores? Which pieces will you be buying?
Septembre Anderson is a passionate journalist, blogger and fashion
enthusiast who lives, works and shops in Toronto, ON. Her work has
appeared on FASHIONMagazine.com, FILLERMagazine.com, HuffingtonPost.ca,
and in Sway magazine. Read her posts every Wednesday on Slice.ca.
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5 Oscars Makeup Predictions, and 6 Products to Get the Look!
Anticipation is high with the 84th Annual Academy Awards only days away and let’s face it, the buzz is not surrounding the acceptance speeches. The most exciting thing about the Oscars (for beauty buffs like me anyway) is nit-picking the looks! While we may never have the opportunity to glam up in quite the same way, we can certainly draw inspiration from red carpet makeup styles and use them to shake up our own beauty routines.
With a modern twist on old Hollywood glamour as top contender, here are five makeup trends we are likely to see at this year’s Oscars. And, the nominees are…
Luscious Lips
Inspired by the flapper looks of the ‘20s and ‘30s, lipstick is a simple and elegant way to make a statement. We’ll see rich blood orange, tomato red and deep raspberry worn matte, as well as blotted, wine-stained lips in darker crimson and scarlet. Don’t worry, you needn’t have Angelina’s lips to pull off bold colour on your pout – a beautiful red stain can compliment full and fine lips alike. Try Revlon Matte Lipstick in 006 Really Red, $10.99; Burt’s Bees Lip Shimmer in Fig, $5.99.
Flawless Face
Less is more with luminous, natural-looking skin. Gone are the over-bronzed beauties and sun-kissed complexions we’ve seen for years. Barely there makeup looks fresher and more youthful than pancake-thick foundation that covers everything. Apply a sheer foundation only to areas that really need it. Try Giorgio Armani Cosmetics Luminous Silk Foundation, $65.00.
Elegant Eyes
Eyes will be toned down and subtle this year – note, this does not mean boring! Lightweight, translucent eye shadows worn soft and smoky on lids and along lower lash line make eyes sparkle and pop. Add dimension with a cream shadow in champagne, pewter or mushroom. Try NARS Cream Eye Shadow in Corfu, $28.00.
Bold Brows
Many of us don’t notice a star’s eyebrows unless they are super-dramatic or non-existent. A well-defined, fuller brow makes a huge impact and can make or break an otherwise beautiful look. Eyebrows filled and shaped naturally using a lasting wax/gel formula are a winner. Try Laura Mercier Brow Definer, $24.00.
Creamy Cheeks
Complementing the fresh-faced skin will be luminous, neutral cheeks. Applied with the pads of the fingers, cream blush in a pinky brown hue won’t interfere with bold lips or brightly coloured gowns, but will add that touch of radiance and dimension to the face. Try Stila Convertible Color in Gerbera, $33.00.
Louise Grew is a professional makeup artist who lives and works in Toronto.