UBUNTU

#6 UBUNTU
An African humanist philosophy: The essence of being human
I am who I am because of who we all are.

We think of ourselves too frequently as individuals. We as a global community would have much greater success in bettering humanity as a whole.

We are part of one big family, a global family, the family of mankind.Nelson Mandela: A traveller through a country would stop at a village and he didn't have to ask for food or for water. Once he stops, the people give him food, entertain him. That is one aspect of Ubuntu, but it will have various aspects. Ubuntu does not mean that people should not enrich themselves. The question therefore is: Are you going to do so in order to enable the community around you to be able to improve?

Get in contact with the artist (Nic ) HERE

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BESPOKE SHOES

Hello lovelies,

I am so excited and proud to say that my wonderful boss is now the founder of the charity Atma which helps children and adults in India find the right education they need and deserve.
I read some shocking statistics

-20% of India’s poor have no access to education
-86% have no access to technical and vocal training
-45% drop out before 8th grade
-By 2015, 65% of the Indian population will be youth
-By 2050, 50% of the worlds illiterate will be in India.

So Kanch and I have organised some events to help raise awareness for the charity and in the coming week we will be hosting a Bespoke Shoes Workshop where you can learn how to customise, fit, measure and learn what goes into making your ideal shoe over some wine and nibbles. Talk to founders of Shoe Artistry and their shoe master with 30 years of experience behind his belt.

Please check out the invite and RSVP to reserve your spot. Any press that would like to come please email me directly at Petra@KanchanCouture.com

Date: AUGUST 31st
Time: 6:30pm
Your help: $200HKD with 50% going to Atma
RSVP: Kit@hndmeco-op.com
2788-2870

**I went a few weeks ago to Shoe Artistry in Mong Kok and was suprised to hear that Kanch was getting me a pair of Bespoke shoes for my birthday!!! So when we had our little brain storming meeting, we both had our feet measured for our new shoes. Can’t wait to see what they look like!

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ABS & FITCH

So Hong Kong is buzzing as of late because of the arrival of the Abercrombie and Fitch models that have been flown in from all over the world and have been spotted and photographed around Hong Kong.

The Abercrombie and Fitch store that will be on Pedder Street in Central, where Shanghai Tang used to be will open its doors this August 11th at 11am!

*The first 50 lucky fans in line for the opening will receive a free limited edition hardcover A&F Quarterly, featuring some iconic photographs shot by talented Bruce Weber.
Now ladies, and some gentlemen, there are only 500 copies available and the rest will be given to first come first serve basis customers who purchase over $5000 HKD.
FOR 18+ ONLY; tee hee.

I can't wait to see the abs, I mean clothes. You know what I mean.

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WOODEN HEART

I recently purchase a large amount on Asos.com and I had seen a wooden heart necklace by Gogo Philip which i fell in love with, plus it was on sale so bonus!
I loved the idea of having a wood pendant, never seen anything like that before so i had to get it!

Hat- H&M
Top- Asos
Jeans- H&M
Flip Flops- Mong Kok
Bag- Zara
Jewellery- Gogo Philip & Cotton On

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EARRINGS

I got new earrings, for pretty cheap as well and the quality is great.
I love how they’re kind of 50s inspired, vintage!
I’m sad that the flash ruined the colour of the first pair, its like a really light teal colour.

Like them?

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DIOR WAS A BORE.

It seems that Dior have been busy since John Galliano’s departure and dismissal from his own brand.

Dior showcased their AW 2011 Haute Couture collection in Paris last Monday.

So how would I describe the show? A mess, not even a hot mess, It was just all over the place, no consistency, boring and quite chaotic.
The past few Dior Haute Couture collections were fantastic, well constructed, glamorous, sexy , feminine, and truly Haute Couture- worth its price, this collection however…bleeuuhh. I’m also sure that celebrities won’t be rushing to sport the new collection.

The collection featured some clown attire and large plastic round embellishments that looked like fish scales.
There was a lot of mixing and matching, print skirt, print corset, large ruffle collars and to top it off a large ball on the model’s head; super fugly.

Many critics and reviews have been quite embarrassing for the fashion house and when the show ended, there wasn’t much applause.

Although I believe Galliano was wrong in doing what he did, the situation was unclear. He was being rude, racist and obnoxious but he was also drunk and being filmed by random people that were egging him on.

The only thing i enjoyed about the show was my favourite model Karlie Kloss, i adore her, she worked the runway even though she was given the most ridiculous accessories and her gown was made of pieces of different material OMG IT WAS A MESS I TELL YOU!

We can’t deny that Galliano has got talent and impeccable skill, passion for fashion and an eye for design

I think this collection was really amateur and that is not expected of Dior- Certainly not their Haute Couture collection.

WHAT IS GOING ON!!??!?!

I think I agree with everyone on this- BRING GALLIANO BACK!

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I LOVE GREEN

Came across these gorgeous Kurt Gieger wedges… I’m in love.
They look super comfy & my favourite colour is Green : )

Also got these Zara shoes not too long ago, wore them to the Miele Fashion show last month. I want to get the yellow ones now……

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KC FOR REDRESS VIDEO

Hey Everyone,

Got my hands on the video for ReDress!
I'm quite pissed because before the show started we were educated a bit on our consumption of clothing and how much waste we create but hardly anyone was listening.

This is exactly what we need to change, we need to start listening and making changes before we destroy our beautiful planet.

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Miele Forever Better Fashion Show

Kanchan Couture has been prepping now for over one month for the ReDress: Forever Better with Miele Fashion Show.

What was it? Well it was a fashion show featuring 15 Hong Kong designers’ reconstructed creations using second-hand clothing sourced from local clothing banks.

We were lucky to be part of this event and create 4 dresses, 2 walked down the runway at Watermark, Upper Deck in Central and 2 will be displayed at Harvey Nichols, Hong Kong next week.

All day we were rushing to get things ready, sewing and putting the finishing touches on our accessories to go with the outfits.
Kanch and Shivani left at about 6pm to prep the dressers while I had to rush to Kwun Tong to pick up some posters and be back at the office before 7 so Annie and I could leave together. It was a race against time, but I made it. All the power walking has lead me to believe I have dropped 10 pounds-ha!

It was 7:15pm and we just made it on time. We got out of the lift and walked towards Watermark, a HUGE; 6 metre mountain of second hand clothes greeted us at the front entrance. When our outfits came down the runway there was a gush of excitement.

Hardly any of the dresses that night looked like they were made of second hand clothes. The construction was impeccable and definitely gave a new meaning to second hand clothes.

We are always interested to participate in events like this because it really works to educate the consumer on how much of a wasteful society we really are. When I talk to Kanch about this she said:

“As a designer I really quite enjoyed the design process of the two deconstructed garments – it seems almost like a game/ puzzle taking of you have and making something new. Taking the ordinary and making it extraordinary.

On sustainability…I think the world is getting more aware that we really do have a problem and we are an over consuming existence, and it needs to change. A lot of designers are getting more conscientious about how they produce their lines and what kind of carbon footprint they are leaving behind. The eco market has developed substantially at a speedy rate and will continue to do this. It is here to stay.”

Thank you to all the wonderful people that came and made it such a special evening, I only hope the future brings an increased eco friendly existence.

(As seen on FashionKanch.Blogspot.com)

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LOOK 1

I'm on LookBook.nu!

Finally posting my first look! My boyfriend took this photo & I love it :)
Super tired now, just got back from the Miele Fashion Show. I will post photos later!

i'm wearing,

Jeans, by Mango

Tank, by Cotton On

Shoes, by Zara

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WHY THE HYPE?

I know its not breaking news, but i’m not understanding the hype of Jeffrey Campbell shoes.

Don’t get me wrong i’m all for a fashion statement and chunky shoes and accessories, but theses…oh my.
I really hate shoes that aren’t the height that they look like, for instance, Mr Campbell’s shoes are on average 4 inches, but the front is raised up to 2/3 inches, its an illusion.

As all my friends know, i don’t buy any heels that aren’t over 4.4 inches so i’m not liking these.

Mr C, make the front an inch high, and the heel 5, then we’ll talk.

First by Jeffrey Campbell- Lita Mens Multi Glitter

Jeffrey Campbell- BIG GIRL in black

(Yes they’re called Big Girl.)

Jeffrey Campbell-Lita Black Calf Leather

Jeffrey Campbell- Munroe (Aqua Fuchsia)

Galliano for Dior SS 2011

Much prefer the Dior original version. I think Jeffrey Campbell should stick to designing rollerskate illusion heels than knocking off designers like Galliano.

LOVE, p

P.S I am posting my first look on LookBook.nu tonight, watch this space! x

FONTANA FOR VOGUE

I was looking through some fashion editorials and came across Isabeli Fontana’s Vogue Paris June/2011 by Mert & Marcus.

I adore Isabeli, i think she’s stunning and definitely one of my favourite models. Her tan, the colours of her clothes, the saturation of the images, i can’t get enough.

I refuse to believe Fontana is mother.

LOVE, p