GALLERIA ITALIANA LUXURY LEATHER BOUTIQUE CHARITY DRIVE - INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY FOR SCWO STAR SHELTER

Galleria Italiana, a multi-label Italian luxury leather goods boutique stocking brands like Capoverso, Piquadro, GABS, Tragitto  is starting a charity drive to mark International Women's Day on March 8, acknowledging, appreciating and love towards women to celebrating their economic, political and social achievements.

Working in partnership with the Singapore Council of Women's Organisations (SCWO), Galleria Italiana one month-long pre-loved handbag donation drive will benefit the Star Shelter for women in need, a crisis centre that provides a safe haven for women.

Star shelter will sell the handbags to raise funds to aid and empower women to take responsibility for their lives, help restore their dignity, and assist them in rebuilding their future.

Galleria Italiana invites everyone with handbags (ANY type of handbag and ANY brand) to donate for Star Shelter and receive a $50 cash voucher in return.  Multiple vouchers may be combined to offset up to 50% off the regular retail price of a new handbag purchase at the boutique.

Handbags donated will be checked to make sure that they are in good condition, as these bags will be resold by the Star Shelter to support the women.

The donation drive will run from 8^th March to 8^th April 2012 and vouchers issued will be valid for redemption till 30^thJune 2012. All handbags collected will be donated to the shelter at the end of the drive.

Galleria Italiana retailing Italian luxury leather bags labels Capoverso, Piquadro, GABS, Tragitto  is located at Orchard Central #02-28, 181 Orchard Road Singapore 238896. Operations hours are from Sunday to Thursday: 11.00 am – 9.30 pm and Friday & Saturday: 11.00 am – 10.30 pm, Phone: 68846128. Check out Galleria Italiana  Singapore FaceBook Page for more updates and share this with your friends !

L’ODYSSÉE DE CARTIER WITH ICONIC PANTHERE PREMIERES FOR 165TH ANNIVERSARY JEWEL HOUSE HERITAGE

Luxury French jewellery House of Cartier premieres  L'Odyssée de Cartier (The Cartier Odyssey) – a short film that retraces the cultural influences and extraordinary heritage of Cartier through the iconic Panthère across the mythical locations in Paris, Russia, China and India to reveal the creativity and fascinating world of Cartier.

Cartier’s most gifted creative director, Jeanne Toussaint, a fanciful, free-spirited lady of Paris society with expert eye, sharp allure and consummate elegance used subtle forms, opulent colours, originality and flourish to create the hallmark of Cartier style. Today, Cartier’s Panthère collections are still the most highly appreciated jewels, rare and precious symbols of exceptional savoir-faire.

Produced by an international team of directors, artists, musicians, set designers and three real young panthers - Cali, Damou and Tiga played the role of the Panthère, shot in six months  across international locations for Saint Petersburg, Indian Palace and Paris scenes for the three-and-a-half minute film.

The Cartier Panthère - A symbol of strength and freedom attuned to the world, with a sparkle in its emerald eye, explored the exceptional rare and precious jewels savoir-faire at Paris 13 Rue de la Paix, Place Vendôme, Grand Palais and  prowled through the years to far flung countries . 

The feline panther is transformed as the times and fancy take it, showcases the iconic Cartier designs, watches and jewellery pieces including the Trinity rings, Dragonfly clip brooch, Crocodiles necklace, Tutti Frutti, and the iconic Santos-Dumont’s 14-bis biplane, reflecting the different moods of  age and journeyed back to Paris, Grand Palais,  ready to spring into action while reminiscing and savouring life, on the mythical bridge between the dreamy skies and the reality of Paris.

The spectacular  show stopping grand finale brings the  regal panther into the House of Cartier in Paris, to the same room together with international top model Shalom Harlow whose sensual character embodies the spirit of the Cartier woman – elegant, passionate and free spirited.

Dressed in a custom Haute Couture red gown by Chinese fashion designer Yiqing Yin, Shalom Harlow is a picture of refined elegance in a pair of Cartier diamond and natural pearl earrings, a pear-cut solitaire diamond ring weighing 13.4 carats and a unique High Jewellery Panther bracelet in platinum with a 51.58-carat green beryl, onyx spots and nose, emerald eyes and set with “fur-studded” brilliants.

BeauteRunway was privileged to be invited to the intimate exclusive L'Odyssée de Cartier  press presentation at St Regis Hotel, Singapore, where the Ballroom was redesigned  like a plush French cinema complete with the magnificent Cartier Odyssey and the majestic  Panthère backdrop where we previewed the extraordinary heritage of L'Odyssée de Cartier film.

Presenting The L'Odyssée de Cartier on www.odyssee.cartier.fr

The L'Odyssée de Cartier (The Cartier Odyssey) will debut on www.odyssee.cartier.fr  and on television, cables and cinemas screens across France, US, Japan, China, Russia, the UK, Hong Kong and the Middle East including Singapore on March 4th.  Click and watch the sneak preview LIVE on Cartier FaceBook Page on March 2nd and thereafter on YouTube. Do share L'Odyssée de Cartier with your friends.

FENDI SPRING SUMMER 2012 B FAB BAG + WOMEN AND MEN RTW COLLECTION BY KARL LAGERFELD & SILVIA VENTURIN FENDI - PRESS PRESENTATION

FENDI Women and Men Spring Summer 2012 Ready To Wear Collection Press Presentation and FENDI VIPs showcase featuring Karl Lagerfeld and Silvia Venturini Fendi designs inspired by famous Italian architects Gio Ponti and Carlo Mollino of the 50’s was held at Graze, an elegant urban dining restaurant on 38 Martin Road, Singapore recently.

Architectural structures are deconstructed and reinterpreted in bags and shoes, influenced by the 50s. Clean lines and rich tailoring defines the garments with three-dimensional effects for FENDI Women’s SS2012 Collection against meter graduations in the background.

I love the peacock green fur coat in lovely shades of turquoise, blue and black.

The new FENDI B Fab Bag with perorated leather in vibrant hues of blue, yellow, green and tan drew intense interest from the guests.

Gorgeous silk  FENDI dress and fur trimmed beaded evening clutch 

Conceptualised and designed by Silvia Venturini Fendi, Fendi Men’s Spring Summer 2012 Collection continues to be inspired by Italian cinema and its Icons like renowned Italian cinema romancers, Vittorio Gassman, Walter Chiari, Marcello Mastroianni, and Ugo Tognazzi.

The Five Senses of Sound, Sight, Touch, Smell and Taste  of FENDI Men’s Collection draws on elements and cues aimed to trigger emotion, confidence and true individual style.

FENDI Men’s T-shirts are presented in innovative Television set gift boxes.

FENDI new ‘IT’ B FAB Bag,  Men and Women Spring Summer 2012 Collection is available exclusively at FENDI stores worldwide and in FENDI Singapore Boutique at Marina Bay Sands The Shoppes, Takashimaya Shopping Centre at Ngee Ann City and DFS Scotts walk store.

MARNI H&M COLLECTION PRICES – WOMEN & MEN APPAREL / ACCESSORIES / BAGS AND AD CAMPAIGN BY SOFIA COPPOLA

MARNI AT H&M 2012 Spring Collection for Men and Women is another highly anticipated Designer Collaboration. Italian brand Marni is famed for its original prints, cut,  elegant silhouette with playful  inventive spirit.Designed by Marni Founder and Creative Director Consuelo Castiglioni,the collection captures the essence of Marni for both women and men with the fun quirky chic and wearable designs in signature Marni prints and fabric.

Marni at H&M Advertising film and Campaign was directed by Sofia Coppola in sultry Morocco and you have watched it here and drooled at the Marni at H&M USA Launch Party attended by Hollywood A'-listers like like Drew Barrymore, Winona Ryder and Milla Jovovich  donning the collection in Los Angeles.

Marni at H&M for Red Cross Japan T-shirt as well as featured items in The Marni at H&M Look Book like the signature print silk dress, necklaces and bracelets are expected to sell out in a flash.

Prices for MARNI AT  H&M Women and Men Collection in USD and SGD listed in the Look Book as below :-

Marni H&M Women Silk Printed Skirt S$119/USD 59.95, Necklace S$99.90/USD49.95 each, Polka dots print Jacket S$159/USD 79.95.

Marni H&M Women Silk Printed Polka Dots Cardigan S$159/USD79.95, Silk Scarf Polka dots print S$39.90/USD19.95, Chunky orange and white Bracelet S$49.90 each/USD29.95, Stripe leggings  S$79.90/USD39.95, Leather Shoes with Heels S$199/USD99

Marni H&M Silk Dress Printed Polka Dots S$159/USD79.95, Chunky White Acrylic Bracelets S$49.90/USD29.95, Stripe Brown and Black Leggings S$79.90/USD39.95, Sunglasses S$39.90/USD19.95

Marni H&M Women Grey Wool Cardigan With Ruffles S$139/USD69.95/, Sequin Peter Pan Collar S$39.90/USD19.95, Swimsuit S$79.90/USD39.95, Long socks S$14.90/USD9.95, Black Leather Sandal S$119/USD59.95

Marni H&M Printed Silk Mixed Blouse S$159/USD79.95 ,printed Silk Shorts S$99.90/USD49.95, Necklace S$99.90/USD49.95, Flower Necklaces S$79.90/USD39.95, Stripe leggings  S$79.90/USD39.95, Leather Silver Sandals S$119/USD59.95

Marni H&M Women Blue Polka Dot Print Jacket S$199/USD99, Marni t-shirt S$39.90/USD19.95, Blue printed skirt S$119/USD59.95,  Flower necklace S$79.90/USD39.95, Leather Shoes with Heels S$199/USD99, Long socks S$14.90/USD 9.95

Marni H&M Women t-shirt S$59.90/USD19.95, Sequin Black Collar S$39.90/USD19.95 , Swimswear S$79.90/USD39.95, Sunglasses S$39.90/USD19.95

Marni H&M Silk Printed Blouse S$199/USD99, Black Vest S$199/USD99, Flower Necklace S$49.90/USD29.95, Chunky White Orange Bracelets S$49.90/USD29.95, Hat S$14.90/USD9.95,  Stripe leggings  S$79.90/USD39.95, Black Leather Sandal S$119/USD59.95

Marni H&M Green Printed Dress S$199/USD99, White Flower Necklace S$79.90/USD39.95, Chunky Green Bracelets S$39.90/USD19.95, Green bag in Plastic and Polyester trimmings S$79.90/USD39.95, Stripe Brown and Black leggings  S$79.90/USD39.95

Marni H&M Green Printed Dress S$199/USD99, Black Polka Dot Print Coat S$249/USD129,  Black Flower Necklace S$49.90/USD29.95, Earring SS$39.90/USD19.95, Black Belt S$14.90/USD9.95, Stripe Brown and Black leggings S$79.90/USD39.95

Marni H&M Green Stripped Cardigan with Ruffles S$139/USD69.95, Silk Dress S$199/USD99, Earring S$39.90/USD19.95, Black Belt S$14.90/USD9.95, Stripe Brown and Black leggings S$79.90/USD39.95, Silver Leather Sandals S$119/USD59.95

Marni H&M Long Silk Printed Dress S$249/USD129, Colourful necklace S$79.90/USD39.95, Flower necklace S$79.90/USD39.95, Chunky bracelet in white and green S$39.90 each/USD19.95 , Silver Leather Sandals S$119/USD59.95

Marni H&M Women Cream V-Neck Top S$99.90/USD59.90, Printed trousers S$159/USD79.95, Orange Bag S$159/USD79.95, Scarf S$39.90/USD19.95,  Stripped Black and Brown Leggings S$79.90/USD39.95, Black Leather Heel S$159/USD79.95

Marni H&M Women Patent Leather Top S$249/USD149, Printed trousers S$159/USD79.95, Sequin Collar Black Peter Pan S$39.90/USD19.95

Marni H&M Women Metallic Bronze and Purple  Top S$159/USD79.95, Printed Metallic trousers S$159/USD79.95, Sequin Collar White Peter Pan S$39.90/USD19.95, Scarf S$39.90/USD19.95 and leather black sandals S$119/USD59.95

Marni H&M Men's Parka S$299/USD149, Tee shirt S$39.90/USD19.95, Trousers S$119/USD59.95, Men's Black Leather Sandals S$119/USD59.95

Marni H&M Men's Navy Blue woven shirt S$79.90/USD39.95 and Scarf S$39.90/USD19.95

Marni H&M Men's shirt S$159/USD79.95, Khaki Trousers S$119/USD59.95, Men's Hat S$14.90/USD9.95

Marni H&M Mens Printed shirt S$79.90/USD39.95, Swim Shorts S$49.90/USD29.95, Sunglasses S$39.90//USD19.95, Mens Sock S$14.90/USD9.95, Mens Black Leather Sandals S$119/USD59.95

Marni H&M Mens Cashmere Stripe Sweater S$199/USD99, Trousers S$119/USD59.95, hat S$14.90/USD9.95 Mens Black Leather Sandals S$119/USD59.95

Marni H&M Mens Parka S$299/USD149, Shorts S$79.90/USD39.95, Scarf S$39.90/USD19.95

Marni H&M Mens Blazer S$199/USD99, Shirt $99.90/USD49.95, Tie S$39.90/USD19.95,  Tailored Shorts S$79.90/USD39.95, Navy Bag S$79.90/USD39.95, Mens Black Leather Sandals S$119/USD59.95

Marni H&M Mens Baby Blue Shirt $99.90/USD49.95, Tie S$39.90/USD19.95, Tailored Shorts S$79.90/USD39.95, Navy Bag S$159/USD79.95

Each person will only be allowed to purchase one piece per design for both men and women apparel/accessories and bags.

Judging by Versace for H&M overwhelming response, Marni H&M fans will probably queue overnight ahead of the Marni at H&M  official launch and online, Fastest fingers first !Connect with BeauteRunway FaceBook for more fashion and beauty updates and do share this with your friends !

Marni at H&M Spring 2012 Collection of Women wear, Menswear and accessories will retail at H&M USA, Europe and H&M Singapore at Orchard Building, doors open at 8am, alongside with around 260 stores worldwide and online from March 8, 2012. Check out H&M FaceBook for more updates !

*H&M Conscious Collection 2012 Spring Summer Exclusive Glamour Red Carpet dresses for celebrities , women / men/ kids and divided Prices for the collection, launching on April 12th. Do share with your friends and SAVE THE DATE !

H&M SPRING 2012 CONSCIOUS COLLECTION FOR KRISTIN DAVIS + EXCLUSIVE GLAMOUR COLLECTON

Kristin Davis wore H&M organic cotton apple green embroidered dress from H&M Spring 2012  Exclusive Conscious Collection at the Vanity Fair and Ermenegildo Zegna Dinner at the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles, hosted by Colin and Livia Firth and Anna Zegna, in support of Oxfam America and The Green Carpet Challenge.

*Photo by: Donato Sardella / Getty Images

The H&M apple green organic cotton embroidered dress together with a top and skirt inspired by Michelle Williams' H&M gown seen at BAFTA is part of a range made from more sustainable materials.

H&M Exclusive Conscious Glamour collection features red-carpet looks inspired by celebrity gowns and are made from organic cotton and hemp, and recycled polyester, as part of H&M’s Conscious initiative.

Amanda Seyfried wore H&M Exclusive Conscious Glamour collection blue tuxedo blazer and shorts at a London premiere, while Oscar nominee Viola Davis has been seen in the hot-pink sleeveless top and skirt.

The glamourous collection shows the diversity of greener fashion to reflect each outfit with an individual style,  akin to red carpet fashion today.

H&M Exclusive Conscious Glamour  SPRING 2012 collection


H&M Exclusive Conscious Glamour Pleat Mini Dress EUR69.95
Green is the perfect shade for today’s red carpet, especially when in a pleat mini-dress with a cut-out back, made of organic cotton and nylon.

H&M Exclusive Conscious Glamour Photo Print Dress EUR69.95 AND Jacket EUR59.95

A kaleidoscope of colour denotes Spring,  this versatile photo print dress with matching jacket is made of a bonded recycled polyester mix.

H&M Exclusive Conscious Glamour Beaded Maxi Dress EUR79.95
This understated lemon yellow maxi gown is made from recycled polyester chiffon and is delicately beaded to the waist for subtle glamour.

H&M Exclusive Conscious Glamour Ultimate Red Carpet Gown EUR299
Made of organic cotton and silk boucle at the top and organza crease plissé meringue skirt, this gown comes as a limited edition of 1000, each individually numbered.

In addition to the Exclusive Glamour Conscious collection, H&M Conscious collections also span other store concepts  such as Divided, Women, Men and Kids. Get a head start to H&M Conscious Collection 2012 this Spring!

H&M Exclusive Conscious collection for Spring 2012 including the Glamour Red Carpet dresses will be available at H&M stores from April 12, including H&M Singapore located at Orchard Building, H&M USA, around 100 stores H&M worldwide and selected looks on-line. Visit H&M FaceBook for more updates.

*Prices for H&m Conscious Collection 2012 Spring Summer Exclusive Glamour Conscious collection
/ divided / Men / Women / Kids - Click to read the latest update on March 16th : http://www.beauterunway.com/2012/03/h-conscious-collection-2012-spring.html

LADY GAGA 2012 SINGAPORE CONCERT DATES & PRICES - BORN THIS WAY BALL WORLD TOUR AT INDOOR STADIUM + JAPAN / KOREA / AUSTRALIA / AUCKLAND

Super Popstar Lady Gaga Born This Way Concert 2012 dates at Singapore Indoor Stadium have been confirmed for May 28th and 29th. Lady Gaga first World tour - Born This Way Ball Tour will start in Seoul Korea on April 27th, Hong Kong on May 2nd, Tokyo Japan on May 10,  Singapore May 28th & 29th, Auckland, New Zealand on June 7th and Australia -Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth in June and July.

“The Born This Way Ball is an Electro-Metal Pop-Opera; the tale of the Beginning, the genesis of the Kingdom of Fame. How we were birthed and how we will die celebrating.”

Lady Gaga, five-time Grammy winner is likely to perform her signature megahits from “Born This Way”, “The Fame” and “The Fame Monster” albums. This trip will be Lady Gaga third visit to Singapore.

Singapore is part of  Lady Gaga "Born This Way Ball Tour" worldwide 110 shows tour and Lady Gaga 2012 Concert dates for Seoul, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Australia and Auckland have ben released for April to July. More dates may be added due to overwhelming response.

• April 27 – Seoul, South Korea Olympic Stadium
• May 2/3 – Hong Kong Asia World Arena, SALE DATE Feb. 27, 10 a.m.
• May 10 – Tokyo, Japan Saitama Super Arena SALE DATE Mar. 11, 10 a.m.
• May 28/29 – Singapore, Singapore Indoor Stadium, SALE DATE Feb. 27, 10 a.m.
• May 31 -  Singapore, Singapore Indoor Stadium, SALE DATE APRIL 2, 10 a.m
• June 7/8/10 – Auckland, New Zealand Vector Arena
• June 13/14/16 – Brisbane, AUS; Brisbane Entertainment Centre
• June 20 /21/23/24 – Sydney, AUSTRALIA Allphones Arena
• June 27/28/29/July 1 – Melbourne, AUSTRALIA Rod Laver Arena
• July 7/8 – Perth, AUSTRALIA  Burswood Dome

American Express Card holders priority booking for Lady Gaga started on 24th February in Singapore and almost all tickets were sold out and Lady Gaga Singapore Concert 2nd night was added for May29th which was sold out in hours.

UPDATE : Lady Gaga adds a 3rd night Concert in Singapore for 31st May. 

Lady Gaga 2012 Singapore Concert Born This Way Ball Tour Tickets are priced at $108, $158, $188, $288 in Singapore Indoor Stadium will go on sale on Sistic Ticketing officially on February 27 from 10am. Lady Gaga have just added a 3rd night in Singapore for 31st May. Tickets will go on sale at Sistic on April 2nd,10am !