Roberto Cavalli Opens First Nightclub in Florence, Italy

Designer Roberto Cavalli opened his first nightclub in the beautiful city of Florence in Italy this past week. Cavalli chose a 15th century deconsecrated church as the location of the club which was in a desperate need for a restoration. The church, and now his nightclub, is near the 13th-century Basilica di Santa Maria del Carmine, and it is adorned with Renaissance masterpieces by artists such as Masaccio and Masolino. “I feel I helped recover a real jewel,” says Cavalli of the recovered church which is now turned into a luxurious nightclub. Cavalli along side with architect Italo Rota took full advantage of the high ceilings of the original building and also added additional level. A lounge bar is located on the ground floor; a stage with a piano is placed in a niche where the altar used to be, and a 50-seat restaurant is on the upper floor. The decor is greatly nature inspired including steel leaves decorating the columns, a huge twisting steel snake on the side of the bar, an aquarium, an oversize shell on one wall, and seats with the designer’s infamous animal prints. Cavalli will open two more nightclubs in the upcoming year, one in Dubai at the end of January 2009, which will have a “a huge stairway” and plenty of glittering Swarovski crystals, and the other in Milan in February 2009. The designer is also working on renovating Milan’s former Just Cavalli Café and turning it into a Club.

Natural Fresh Fruit Skincare by Fresh Body Market

Fresh Body Market delivers delicious, all natural body care products by using real fruits and vegetables, rather than extracts. This Strawberry Milk Lotion is made with organic coconut milk and shea butter. Organic coconut milk contains Vitamin A, B and C and not only softens the skin but it also nourishes and moisturizes with its anti-aging properties. When used often, coconut milk removes dead skin cells and strengthens the underlying connective tissues. In addition, shea butter contains Vitamins A, E and F which further help to keep your skin clear, healthy and moisturized. The lotion is priced at $6 for 8 oz and you can buy it here at their official website. 

Mango Spring/Summer 2009: Barcelona

The Spanish brand Mango presented its Spring/Summer 2009 Collection in Barcelona named “An Enchanted Garden.” The collection was inspired by “nature and modern landscape” as well as influenced by a strong Japanese touch on the shapes and prints of the garments. Brazilian model Camila Alves came down the runway, and it was her first appearance after the birth of her cute son from boyfriend Matthew McConaughey. The Enchanted Garden featured bright colors and prints, silk and chiffon softness, large flower accessories and exotic oriental flare. Watch out for these pieces to come out in stores next year and prepare for a bright, hot summer!

Roberto Cavalli House by Italo Rota

Designers create stunning pieces on the runway, but have you ever wondered what their houses must look like? Here is a small preview of Roberto Cavalli’s new house by Italo Rota. The house was especially designed for Cavalli and it is located on the beautiful hills of Florence in Italy. The house’s color can be changed to match the personality of the owner and knowing Cavalli’s love for wild prints and bright palettes, it is only natural that the exterior looks exactly like this. This wildly printed glass house has a modern interior and a breath taking view of the romantic Florence city.

Limited Edition Heidi Klum Collection at Victoria’s Secret

One of Victoria’s Secret favorite angles, supermodel Heidi Klum has released a limited edition beauty line exclusively at the lingerie brand. The Very Sexy beauty make-up collection features five products and it is available at their website. Heidi paired up with Victoria’s Secret make-up artist Linda Hay to create the beauty line. The Heidi Klum Collection Blush ($22) offers a combination of three sparkly colors to deliver a pearl luminous appeal on your cheeks. The Silky Eye Shadow Quad ($20) features four silky powder eye shadows for a long lasting and crease-proof look. The Glitter Liquid Liner ($10) is my favorite as it is the perfect way to add some emerald and gold sparkle to your eyes. The Perfect Lipstick ($10) helps to hydrate and condition your lips with Vitamin E, Coconut Oil, and Tiare Flower and the Lip Gloss ($10) provides the desired shine whether you wear it alone or on top on your lipstick. The products are beautifully presented with Heidi’s signature and a little heart in pink and come in very soft colors for a romantic and natural feel.

Victoria’s Secret “Holiday Edition” Lingerie

The holidays are coming and lingerie’s hottest brand, Victoria’s Secret released its sparkling Holiday Season glam collection. Naturally, most pieces are in passionate red and seductive black, but palette of purple, pink and soft ivory is also present. The Edition features the season’s hottest lace as well as sexy satin, ruffles, gold metallic embroidery and crystallized with Swarovski and softened with ribbons. The styles are various starting from the high waist garters and corsets to the balconet bras and mini v-strings. Here are some of my favourites but you can glance at all the Holiday Editions on their website here.

Hermès Covers Citröen 2CV

Any time you hear of the infamous Hermès, you think of exquisite leather. The legendary Citröen 2CV got this exquisite leather makeover by the French high fashion house. This cute 60th anniversary gift for the mini 2CV by Hermès was introduced at the Paris Motor Show on October 7th, which for men is like Paris Fashion Week for the ladies. Hermès detailed the natural leather trim from the door facings, the interior rearview mirrors, the gear knob, the steering wheel, and the driver’s sun visor with some haute couture flavour. The two seats are also made by the French brand with natural leather and grey beige cotton canvas. The bonnet and interior trim at the rear of the 2CV is also made of Hermès cotton canvas.

For more info and pictures, go here.

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