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SPIGA2 PROJECT: Andrea Pompilio
The Boys in the Band event was a collision of music and fashion. Andrea Pompilio was one the designers who helped the band dress to impress. Class of 1973, born in Pesaro, Italy, Andrea Pompilio’s love affair with fashion starter when he was a kid playing in his grandmother’s store. Starting with his first eponymous collection in 2010, his fashion career has been full of big steps. His sophisticated and relaxed style is a combination of lifestyle and tailoring works.
| Aug 31, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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Poker Junkie
Being home the past month I've been talking a lot with my mom about "my future" -- Namely how it means finishing school and supporting myself on my own. I promised her I'd really study this year and not take anymore "free" jobs. (I have a habit of working unpaid, thinking the "experience" alone will help me, not realizing that shit only "helps" if it's on an application for another job).
| Aug 27, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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Confused by Blogs & Bloggers
Every writer needs a publisher, an editor, and sometimes an agent. What happens when you have your own blog? Who edits your content?
| Aug 25, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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Yoga Class in Guadeloupe
I was in the Guadeloupe Island for the wedding of iwork4dg's friend. As you might all imagine, I woke up at 5 am every morning to practice my yoga in the beach. Here are some pictures...
| Aug 20, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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140 characters: The Era of Short Thoughts
Twitter allows you to express your thoughts within 140 characters and no more. Dolce&Gabbana's e-boutique launch was released using this “new” language. When the internet turns into literature.
| Aug 19, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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Does the suit maketh the man?
This is obviously written from a female perspective, but I did pose a few questions to a select group of men – 5 to be exact! Ok, I can redeem myself from that small number by saying of one of whom was the great luminary of British fashion (for over 45 years) – designer Jeff Banks CBE, co-founder of Graduate Fashion Week and much more.
| Aug 16, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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Search for a Scene by Andrea Ravieli & Enrico Costantini
Do you know the feeling you get when something just feels right and it works? Whether it is a chance meeting with a beautiful stranger, an environment that makes you feel comfortably numb or even as simple as the sun heating up some good vibes, the New Dolce Vita is never far away from that perfect scene.
| Aug 14, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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My First Photoshoot & Meeting Yuri Ahn
Thanks to the first post last week, I have your attention now... But as Madonna once said in VH1: "Now that I got everyone's attention, what do I have to say?" I was to find that out...
| Aug 13, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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The Grey Dolce Vita by Andrea Ravieli & Enrico Costantini
Whether it was the rolling blankets of grey cloud or the tones of black&white being captured on camera, the day wanted to defeat us but we couldn't help but smile. Who says you need golden light to feel alright. The New Dolce Vita can be found against even the greyest of backdrops and here is the proof...
| Aug 7, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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Study Session
I may be neglecting yall for the next month or so because in September I've got more exams.
| Aug 6, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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Wedding Guests & Pests
In a globalized world, weddings tend to be international and unconventional, not by nature but by force. One has to decide whether to behave following the rules or decide on some of one's own.
| Aug 2, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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Will Stefano Gabbana invite me to the fashion show?
I am still in Guadeloupe, enjoying the Caribbean food, the tropical weather and the amazing atmosphere. I had a bit of a tan as well. This morning it was quite chilly so I took my fur out for a ride in the beach.
| Aug 27, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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My Top 10 Cellphones
You know... Having a VIP life full of glamour is no easy business. And I have to admit that I get a lot of calls... Jenny calls, Stefano calls, Nicki calls, Paris calls... So here's my list of top 10 cellphones that I love using.
| Aug 26, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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La Biennale by Andrea Ravieli & Enrico Costantini
The beauty and appreciation of art is an integral element to the dolce vita, knowing what is challenging who and seeing what is going on creatively that might influence fashion.
| Aug 21, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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Mondo Trasho and goldilock$
Though born dirty-blonde I've been dying my hair black for years. I had just gotten my first period when I realized I would never grow boobs wasn't interesting and had to therefore become "alternative" if I ever wanted attention.
| Aug 20, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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My Top 10 Cars
I had to make this a video article for the simple reason of showing you THE CAR of my dreams: Beverly Hills Teens had it, why shouldn't I have it?
| Aug 19, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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Is Rihanna the next Spiderwoman?
Backstage of Dolce&Gabbana. Hot, young, famous male models dressing up for the show. The question is: 'who wants to feel like the only girl in the world?' And suddenly an unexpected answer...
| Aug 15, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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Mondo Trasho and the Londoners
My first time in London was with an American who just wanted to go to Top Shop and watch Phantom of the Opera every day so the only thing I really got from the trip was bankruptcy and a weird fetish for facemasks. That’s why this time I made sure to stay with a Local who can prevent me from buying anything “designed” by Kate Moss and take me out to the right places.
| Aug 13, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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My Top 10 Horror Books
Yes, there're some books as scary as women with flats, men with hot-pants, people with Crocs and generations that happen to adore fried chicken. Here's my list.
| Aug 12, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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The Doll Who Wanted To Be Madonna
I was reading: 'When I came to New York it was the first time I'd ever taken a plane, the first time I'd ever gotten a taxi-cab, the first time for everything. And I came here with 35 dollars in my pocket...'
| Aug 6, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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My Top 10 Album Covers
Here's my pick of the top 10 album covers: a bit of glitter here and a bit of fluo covers there, they show my personal taste. Enjoy...
| Aug 5, 2011 | History > Behind The Seams
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At 27, Dolce&Gabbana have achieved an impressive status, client base and cult following. The brand’s capacity to take the artistic traditions and aesthetic of Italy and make them their own is unsurpassable and highly romantic to fashion lovers. Their idiosyncratic designs, ironic take on classic dress and the brand’s emblematic items have all contributed in making Dolce&Gabbana a household name. For this instalment of our archive lead considerations of what makes up the Dolce&Gabbana DNA we concentrate on maybe one of the strongest statement the designers have made over the years: the corset.
When I was a child, my parents used to take me to a little village, where we would have almond “granita” and collect fresh water form a little drinking fountain, afterwards. This little place is called Scopello and it was time for me to return to my childhood and explore as an adult.
The scenario is…you are only in London for 24hrs. This doesn’t have to mean being stuck in your hotel wanting but not knowing what to do. Enlightened travellers continually ask the question - What would a Londoner do? Have no fear Luxury London is here…
There’s no need to go far afield to exotic locations to find adventure. In recent years adventures have been rediscovering urban winders right on our very doorsteps. Urban Exploration, known also as Urbex or UE, is an (often illegal) activity that explores unseen or unknown sights in the urban environment.
It appears that Ivan Olita’s scouting has led him straight to New York City’s very own scout, a movie location scout to be exact. Nick Carr’s job means that he gets to explore every nook and cranny that NYC has to offer, allowing him to discover the hidden details that many wouldn’t see. Ivan Investigates…
Whilst collaborating with Swide for The Matt Silk Collection SS12 video, Luca Finotti gave us the chance to get him in front of the camera for an exclusive interview. Whether it’s talking about his love affair with the camera, his views on what ‘ugly is’ or how he keeps himself sane, the up and coming fashion director was as natural in front of the camera as he is behind it.
The Cannes Film Festival is the epitome of European high glamour on the French Riviera. Sun, surf and…suits. Swide catches three stars who put their best foot forward in Dolce&Gabbana. Gerard Butler, Mathew McConaughey and Zac Efron got suited up to face the onslaught of press photographers that infest every event at Cannes.
Kylie Minogue has had a very very good week indeed. Sparkling brighter than ever at the Cannes Film Festival premier of ‘Holy Motors’, wearing Dolce&Gabbana, and then causing explosive reaction throughout the internet when her new single and video ‘Timebomb’ was dropped today.