In the coming weeks and months everyone will be voicing their opinion as to the forthcoming season's pieces to covet - Swide however has gone one better. Direct from the mouths of Stefano Gabbana and Domenico backstage at the D&G spring/summer 2010 catwalk show - the designers reveal their favorite pieces and the ones to watch for spring.

More Rodeo Drive than Texas - the D&G spring/summer 2010 collection takes its cues from the D&G menswear collection that showed in June. That's however where the similarities finish as this Bridget Bardot lookalike has most definitely left the ranch for a downtown loft.

No.304 in a limited series - if you're going to travel halfway across the world to Sydney, it's always advisable to take a (well-dressed) friend, that way you can double up on wardrobe opportunities.

For their spring collection 2010, the designers embraced the elegance of style as opposed to the two-second lifespan of fashion, showcasing their fashion DNA, Sicily, Sensuality and Sartorial tailoring.

The designers Dolce & Gabbana have had a revolutionary week in the run-up to their spring 2010 catwalk show. Harnessing the internet's accessibility they've offered unique glimpses of their new collection to the whole world ahead of its catwalk debut today. Completing this innovative process today the designers hold their first press Youtube press conference. Watch it here.

Dolce & Gabbana upped the ante for their latest SS10 show, streaming backstage action simultaneously on Fashion TV and direct to their catwalk show guests. Fashion's new democracy?

Life is easier if you are blessed with the beauty, height and even the fortunes of Naomi, Eva and Claudia, however yesterday I managed to discover supermodel tricks that even lesser beauties can try at home.

No.300 in a limited series - we'd all like a footnote in history. Short of writing a book/traveling to the moon, try a new dress. It's bound to make a historical mark on somebody's mind.

As designers Dolce & Gabbana prepare ahead of their catwalk show tomorrow (1pm GMT +1), Swide invites you take an exclusive behind the seams peek inside Dolce & Gabbana's design studio, plus see a first glimpse of the collection before it makes its catwalk debut.

Milan Fashion week, a time of style, excess and of course beauty, and it so it was only follows that a selection of the world's great beauties, known simply as the supermodels came to town.

The final episode in Dolce & Gabbana's Pre-Show Diaries video series, take a sneak peek at the designers in their studio preparing the spring collection ahead of tomorrow's show (1pm GMT +2).

No.299 in a limited series - if like us you wake up some mornings feeling serious and low-key and other days wanting to be an actor instead, perhaps a diversifying your wardrobe could help.

The trio of supermodels that is Eva Herzigova, Naomi Campbell, and Claudia Schiffer not to mention male models Noah Mills and Tyson will descend on Milan's Rinascente department store today at 7pm (GMT +1) - Swide reveals how you can find get the gossip in real time.

Much as we love watching Anna Wintour and her sunglasses on the front row it does get a little tedious after a while. Hurray then for D&G's front row blogging action yesterday.

It's Friday and so time for some voyeuristic designer pleasure. Online now is the third part of Dolce & Gabbana's unique Pre-Show Diaries - letting you see the SS10 collection online before it's catwalk debut.

We'd always thought a hairdresser's appointment, a manicure and a leg wax was all we needed to get us through fashion week. When supermodels come to town however, it's a whole different ball game.

Your exclusive chance to take a peek at Dolce & Gabbana's forthcoming spring/summer 2010 womenswear collection before its debut on the catwalk on Sunday.

The heels have officially left London town and are currently marching on the streets (or limos?) of London. As Milan Fashion Week officially starts today we underline the places and people to see.

Later today (4pm GMT +1) is D&G's womenswear SS10 show. Ahead of the catwalk spectacle, we couldn't help but take a peek at the set-up. Taking a closer look at the front row, we spotted four seats we'd never seen before...

Backstage at the D&G SS10 catwalk show sexy cowgirls took to the runway looking the essence of cool chic. Backstage however it was different story.

Watch the second part in this exclusive video series as designers Stefano and Domenico invite you into their design studio.

The spring/summer 2010 Dolce & Gabbana show is this Sunday (Sept 27th) and designers Stefano Gabbana & Domenico Dolce are curious to know what you're expecting from the show. Discover how you can email them your design dreams.

No.297 in a limited series - now that the sun's rays are paling into insignificance, it's time to wear your new autumn wardrobe in the style it was made for. It's time dear readers for a mini-break.

You know fashion week has arrived in Milan, when superblogger Bryanboy heads into town. Swide caught up with him at the D&G showroom as he put together a fashion week look.

STOP PRESS!! Why exactly would designers Dolce & Gabbana decide to show their forthcoming spring/summer 2010 womenswear collection online a few days before its Milan catwalk show debut? Swide finds out what Stefano Gabbana has to say on the brand's plans.

It's a hard life stalking models, designers and celebrities, but with our heels on, we're ready for Milan fashion week. Follow us on Twitter as we bring you live action, gossip and pics direct from TODAY's Dolce & Gabbana show 1pm (GMT +2)

For those of you wondering what to do of an evening now that winter is approaching, could new Manhattan social club Spin that has combined a table tennis cub and private member's club be the answer?

If we had to write about black being back yet again, we may put down our keyboards and join a nunnery. Instead we bring you a homage to creativity.

Don't ask us though as we don't know. Spotted at London Fashion Week, the world's fashion pack appear very serious. Do front row seats, great shoes and free champagne not guarantee a least half a smile?

Finally we've found a handbag that we can hang from our chair in the office as well as a bar stool at night. Following in the steps of Dolce & Gabbana's fall/winter 2009/10 collection, and it's surreal inspiration, the Miss Charleston bag proves when it comes to creativity anything is possible.

As young British designer Henry Holland gets ready to show at London Fashion week (later today), we award him Swide's tweet of the day for his sharp observations about a twittering London Fashion Week.

No.293 in a limited series - she had a wardrobe full of timeless elegance, her challenge now was to buy the house to match.

We're already feeling weak after NY, yet as fashion hurtles onwards and upwards (?) to London we must follow. Starting today, this Twitpic from designer Jeremy Scoot is a fun reminder that LFW may operate in a slightly different way from the radio controlled New York fashion week.

In new memoir, Ford model Crystal Renn details her struggles as a young model in a constant battle between her ambition and her appetite.

Surrounded by architectural monuments designed by pseudo-artists whose sole purpose is to be featured in a glossy magazine, does anybody really care about buildings fitting their landscapes?

Stylist Julia von Boehm, featuring models Madisyn Ritland, Shu Pei Qin and Bara Holotova, and shot by Jason Kibbler show us how to keep warm this winter.

During fashion week we hear all kinds of gossip from editors, photographers, and P.R's - but what about the girls who are actually striding up and down those catwalks? Swide brings you the Twitter addresses to stalk for the real-time fashion tidbits.

How had we not noticed this before) This season Dolce & Gabbana have thoughtfully provided his & her matching outfits for those power fashionista couples. we quite literally check them out.

The new cowboy has left his ranch and is heading to the city for spring/summer 2010. The forthcoming D&G collection mixes and matches denim, street style and formal-wear to create an look that will take you from the office to the saloon.

As we all know women rarely need an excuse to shop. Thursday's Fashion Night out however gave the girls (& the supermodels Eva, Karen Elson) the chance to flex their credit cards. We assumed the boys had stayed at home until that is, we spotted Chace.

No.287 in a limited series - nonchalance is cool, but if you want to thrill, you might want to add a jacket and tie.

No.286 in a limited series - heading into the future doesn't have to involve tin-foil and pink hair. Opt for a dress from the new season, and see how the world around you can instantly change.

Shameless we know, we're only just back from our August break and already we're looking around for an autumn getaway. If like us you're after some pre-Christmas sunshine, opt for a cruise down the Nile (in style).

Shops are doing all kinds of things to ensure we put our hands in the pockets at the moment. This latest retail twist is from design store Established & Sons, who are setting up shop (albeit brief) at London's St.Martins Lane Hotel.

No.284 in a limited series - many assumed she was off to Paris for a spot of shopping. A flash of animal print on her handbag however gave her away. She was definitely heading to Paris but not necessarily to visit a boutique.

Hanham Hall building, in South Gloucester-shire, England is about to become the centre of Britain’s first zero-carbon village - but it will it convince us to move out of the big smoke?

Anna Wintour a.k.a the Ice Queen, fashion tyrant and boss from hell. And yet have we all in fact been barking up the wrong tree? After displaying a human side in new documentary, The September Issue, Anna is now trying to convince us that fashion, is well 'human' for this evening's Fashion's Night Out...

No.283 in a limited series - she may look like she was leaving the office and hurrying home. To the keen observer however, the subtle band of lace her away. She was doing no such thing.

The office is forever in competition as to who will sport the new collection looks first. It's not what you'd call an office emergency given the state of the economy - but here in our fashion bubble we couldn't care less.

If you were on Death Row and had to pick a final meal what would it be? From photographer, James Reynolds, take a look at his haunting series of photographs documenting former Death Row prisoners' last meal requests before their execution.

Although the title of this shoot for Pop's new relaunch issue starring model Constance Jablonski & photographed by Sean and Seng isn't, well quite obvious. We love Ondine Azoulay styling, and the shoot's more obvious side - Constance's legs.

If you're not aware of the game celebrity window shopping, the idea is to spot something your celebrity of choice would wear. Spotted in D&G's new Milan concept store, we thought of Lady Gaga.

No 282 in a limited series - Travel incognito on the underground and you'll look more of a star then the masses and their hired limos.

Styled by Maria Chiax, and photographed by Karl Lagerfeld, Naomi takes us to her adopted homeland - Moscow, showcasing a winter wardrobe that would make a Czar proud.

Stay ahead of the style forces this season with one of fall/winter's most crucial pieces - a D&G cape. Swide flies into the style action to bring you the images of the moment.

Hotel Aire de Bardenas in Navarre, Spain is located alongside alongside the Bardenas Reales National Park and Biosphere Reserve in Tudela, Spain. That's however where the naturalness ends. We take a peek inside the concrete walls.

No.280 in a limited series - if you pack light it doesn't necessarily mean you only need to make it a short trip.

No. 280 in a limited series - it's a well known fact that the beach always feels better when you know your colleagues are shivering in an air-conditioned office.

Leopard print is getting a new look this fall as it turns undercover in a rich variety of hues. Japanese Harper's Bazaar highlights its power in their latest issue, which actress Eva Mendes appears to have taken to heart at the recent Venice film festival.

Oscar Wilde and one of his most popular characters, Dorian Gray is the inspiration behind the new fall/winter D&G menswear collection. As Oscar mania begins (catch Ed Westwick in an Oscar T-shirt inside),new film Dorian Gray starring Colin Firth, Ben Barnes and Rebecca Hall & directed by Oliver Parker will premiere in London on Monday.

Distrikt is set to open October 28th on West 40th St (8th & 9th Ave) providing a new (the only?) hotel close to NYC's Times Square.

Ah, life as an ingenue. Hollywood's new it crew gets the Bruce Weber treatment this month. Swide travels first class to L.A to discover the future cheekbones and talent...

There's more to Milan than shopping for a new pair of shoes - there is of course a whole design scene. Thanks to department store Rinascente and their new Design Supermarket, this chic world can now be accessed conveniently five minutes away from a new handbag.

No. 277 in a limited series - unlike the beach, the office is not the place to practice boho-chic (believe us we've tried). Put your working foot forward in a career clinching wardrobe that leaves your colleagues guessing and your boss wanting more.

If this summer however you've tried dipping your toes into a salt water pool you'll be aware that a natural pool not smelling of chlorine is the future of swimming.

While the office slipped back into it's black uniform after a long August break, the appearance of white flakes on my colleague's shoulders revealed tandruff (a new phrase that I've coined to describe the type of dandruff caused by peeling tans) and the only priority of the day.

For those of you just back from dancing around your beach bags, French boutique has opened it's latest retail innovation - a Sound Shop.

No. 276 in a limited series - just because it's dark, it doesn't mean you need to hide your true sartorial colours.

Freja Beha Erichsen showcases fall/winter black in the latest issue of Russia Vogue shot by Willy Vanderperre & styled by Katie Grand. What with Madonna celebrating her birthday in a similar black lace dress - we're thinking this dress could be a wise investment.