'Secret Garden - Versailles' is the latest fantasy by Dior. The video, made by Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin, is a fairy tale of style, luxury and a palace. The graceful Russian model Daria Strokous plays the main character, who as Alice takes us through her romantic dreams. “Enjoy the Silence” by Depeche Mode is the music in the back but by far it is not only background. Enjoy the video:

If your days are dynamic or you love to travel, just like me, these jackets by Acronym are something that you have probably wanted to have with you a lot of times. Practical, stylish and compact, they are the perfect addition to your wardrobe. Fortunately, the new collection of Acronym for Spring/ Summer 2012 features also jackets for women. You can see one of them in the gallery. Great design and style, attention to detail and enough pockets – what more can I want? Resistant to wind and rain, Acronym’s jackets are suitable for urban environments and travel. Check out the video and find out their advantages by yourself according to your style and way of living:

Since its launch in 2009, adidas SLVR redefined casual wear with uniquely elegant perspective. The brand became one of the most innovative and exceptional labels of fashion industry. Now with its latest collection adidas SLVR goes forward combining precision tailoring and sophisticated sportswear. Inspired by the Olympic sport of fencing the Spring/ Summer 2012 collection interprets the ergonomic shapes and sleek lines of the fencing uniform. Have a look at the photos and video, that presents the summer collection of SLVR and enjoy the minimalist look and effortless chic.

The summer is coming and more interesting fashion pieces seem to appear. Such models are part of the Spring/ Summer 2012 collection by Liviana Conti. Liviana Conti is a Milan based Italian fashion label that demonstrates exceptional ideas and work on knitwear. As a successor of a company with tradition, the brand manages to combine experience and innovation in order to create simple, precision-made garments. In its new summer collection for 2012, Liviana Conti once again relies on refined minimalism, in which imagination lingers over details to express the very essence behind them.

The bold touch of Vincent Schoepfer found expression in an original fashion adventure – his new collection for Summer 2012. Colorful and simple, the clothes from this collection can be defined as casual chic. At its heart stand the traditional summer dress code but with a new, updated definition for the male image. Have a look at some of the models in the gallery of this post. I think Vincent Schoepfer has succeed to achieve an extremely pleasant, unobtrusive but enough emphatic vision. This is one of the best men's fashion collections for summer 2012 that I have met till now.

Something I have to share with you – La Mania and its dazzling fashion collection for Spring/ Summer 2012. La Mania is a Polish luxury brand, established by Joanna Przetakiewicz in 2012. The fashion label is for modern fashion-conscious women. La Mania combines minimalism in form with sensuality in look. Have a look at some of the fashion pieces that impressed me in the summer collection of the brand. The delicate and fresh colors of the models successfully recreate a sense of style and vitality, which won me as a fan. The photo session is done by the photographer Sebastian Cviq and Emilia Nawarecka - model.

I recently came across Young & Restless – a fashion label based in Singapore, which is collaboration between Ashburn Eng and MAX.TAN that I met first here. Now my attention caught the Galactic Monastic collection for Spring/Summer 2012. Ashburn Eng found inspiration for the fashion pieces in a night dream he had, where a monk and a lotus were in the main roles. He is inspired by how a single piece of beautiful cloth could be draped, gathered, patched and wrapped to form a cocoon silhouette. That is how the Galactic Monastic collection was born, where the main designer creates a galactic gothic mood and an east-meets-west monastic look. The greater part of the models are with a looser or freer and lighter silhouette through sheer fabrics in black, white, gray and metallic shades. 

These two words most complete and most accurately describe the A/W collection of British brand Kent & Curwen. The collection offers a wide selection of blazers, ties, pants and jeans. The clothes are suitable for business meetings and dinner party, but are also comfortable enough for a family afternoon in the park. In the gallery you can see more from the proposals of the three lions.

The winter season has started and Supra won’t pass it. The brand launched a Snowflake pack, which I believe won’t leave you indifferent and you will want to make some of these part of your winter wonderland. The inspiration for the three options offered in the fresh winter model – Supra Society, Supra Thunder and Supra Skytop, goes beyond the obvious graphical representation. The warm wool that they are made of will make you feel comfortable and safe whatever winter wonderland you will find yourself in this season. Check out the Supra Snowflake options and get into a winter adventure with your favorite model.

Miansai bracelets offer interesting diversity for your appearance at an exceptional quality of the products and attention to every detail. Designer Michael Salger said he was inspired by the carefree and wild beaches of New England. Each bracelet is made by hand and in no cases small element of precious metals are used. Great gift for a loved one.

The Topshop’s Holiday 2011 collection looks to the 20’s to enhance the looks in it with an irresistible mix of passion and fierceness. I believe you will find inspiration in this collection that provides a modern, youthful update to the fashion of the 20’s and 30’s and offers you some great party outfits. Have a look at them in the gallery. The collection comes with full array of beaded, sequined looks, luxurious looking fur coats and stoles, glittering pumps, often infused with biker-chic jackets that clearly communicate the idea of a free spirit.

Recently I came across the web page of Anastasia Lomonova, who is among the most promising young designers of Canada. Her collection for Fall/Winter 2011 impressed me with concept and masterful interpretation of viewpoints and abstract visions in the form of garments. Originally from Ukraine, Anastasia moved to Cyprus with her parents after collapse of the USSR. Later she moved to Canada, where she specialized in painting before continuing her studies in fashion at the Ryerson University. After graduation, she launched her label in 2007 and since then has numerous achievements and awards in fashion. The label of Anastasia Lomonova explores design that goes beyond seasons, ages, lifestyles and trends. It makes an analysis of conceptual themes, inspired by everything and nothing, which result shows how otherwise abstract, intangible ideas are transformed into ready-to-wear clothes.

This is something between a backpack, a belt and a pocket, which can be very useful in the hustle of the city. Setgo urban bag has everything you need and nothing you do not need. The front has a telephone, transportation card and money compartment, while the back has more space for documents and other large items. Due to its compactness you can ride a bike and not feel it at all.

Femininity, geometry and variety of materials – these are the highlights of "The flower blossom collection" by Knapp for Fall/Winter 2011/2012. The collection is inspired by the 60s style and silhouettes and as a leading symbol the designers of Knapp have used the flower – simple, stylized and almost naive. This time the two lines – main and Knapp Light, are united. The main collection is dominated by cotton, wool and leather for emphasis, and the Light one – by cotton wool and neoprene, supplemented by Lycra. Through this collection Knapp unfolds its idea to develop each model by changing the fabrics it’s made of in order to alter both the sound and adaption of the garments. In terms of color the range includes the inevitable graphic combinations, the strong trend of the season – red, the typical for the brand gray and a bit of the still trendy 'mustard'. Consistent in its steps, Knapp continues with the idea of unity between the symbol of the collection and the print of the linings, which this season remind of gardens painted by a little girl. The brooch – flower, is once again designed by Kalina Chankova, who created the bicycle for the past summer. Face of "The flower blossom collection" by Knapp is Christiana Dimitrova and the photo session for the autumn campaign is by Momchil Hristov. You can check out the look book in the gallery together with photos by Yavor Ivanov from the fashion show.

With one of its latest series Sassa Bjorg managed to catch my attention by presenting inspiring suggestions for Fall/ Winter 2011/2012. ‘You got me’ quickly won the hearts of many fashion fans and the greater part of the fashion pieces found their owner for an equally short time. Sassa Bjorg is a fashion brand for unique pieces of clothing designed by Mila Ateva. Their uniqueness is the reason why in the concept of the fashion label stand series with different themes instead of collections. The inspiration comes spontaneously, and the result is often impressive. For example, the mini-series ‘You got me’ was born in a conversation about the singer M.I.A. with Zlatimir Arakliev, who gave the idea and also shot the photo session for the series. Have a look at it in the gallery. In the ‘You got me’ series Mila Ateva uses colors and fabrics that correspond with the theme and are suitable for the season. The models are various and can be easily combined depending on your style and wishes.

I came across this product and I immediately thought that it would be great to have an umbrella under which I will be able to accommodate a friend. When I read the product description I realized that the concept was even more interesting. The unusual design ant the materials used makes this umbrella resistant to very strong winds. The aerodynamic form prevents it from turning inside out, and provides a clear line of sight with good rain coverage on the sides and back. In addition, it is not heavier than a standard umbrella, but it will cause many envy eyes on a rainy day. And although it is not patented as an umbrella for two, I think this possibility remains;)

I recently came across this beautiful fashion piece – a coat dress by A.F. Vandervorst for different and elegant look. Made of lightweight virgin wool and combining originality and chic in itself, this black asymmetrical dress captures the female silhouette to create an irresistible look. The interesting model features fingerless glove-like sleeves and impressive construction and style, which cannot remain unnoticed. Enjoy the beautiful elegance by A.F. Vandervorst in the gallery.

A friend of mine asked me in what type of coat should he ‘invest’ in for the new winter season 2011/ 2012. One of my suggestions was that cashmere coat by J. Crew with a true-to-tradition silhouette, which is a great addition to the wardrobe of any modern man, no matter what he does or works. Exceptionally well designed and with authentic details – silver buttons, military-inspired shoulder straps, the coat is excellently tailored inside and out. The model has double-breasted buttoning, a sufficient number of pockets, non-adjustable reinforcement belt etc. Overall, J. Crew Cashmere Regent Peacoat is a really good choice and can serve you faithfully for years.

Some time ago I have mentioned about MAX.TAN – a fashion label that impressed me with their debut collection in 2010. Now, I am once again pleasantly surprised by their new collection called ‘Liberate’ for Spring/ Summer 2012. A combination of eastern understanding of drapery and western precision in tailoring, ‘Liberate’ recreates the Asian faith traditions on clothing similar to robes in a square form. Precision drafting and menswear elements are formed into new identities to reveal the best of the soft geometrical shapes. The collection of MAX.TAN for the summer season of 2012 states that fashion at its purest form must begin and end with fine construction even when strict tailoring rules are liberated.