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Balmain’s designer with muses Rihanna, Naomi and Iman for W September 2014

August 11, 2014 by The CoF

Olivier Rousteing, creative director of venerated fashion house Balmain poses with muses Naomi Campbell, Rihanna (who is also the face of his campaign) and Iman in the September issue of W. “These women are inspiring to so many different people. Bringing them together represents the concept I’m working towards.” The young black designer knows he represents a rare spot of diversity in the fashion world. “My job is not just to design clothes but to also give a new vision […]

Categories: Celebrities, Designers, Fashion, Magazines • Tags: balmain, Iman, Naomi Campbell, Olivier Rousteing, Rihanna, September 2014

Diveristy for Balmain Fall/Winter 2014-2015 ad campaign

July 3, 2014 by The CoF

Cara Delevingne, Jourdan Dunn,Ysaunny Brito, Issa Lish, Binx Walton and newcomer Kayla Scott are the cast of Balmain’s Fall/Winter 2014-2015 . Olivier Rousteing , creative designer at Balmain returned to the modeling world after last season Rihanna was the one starring in the shots of the ad campaign . With this new ad campaign shot by Mario Sorrenti , Rousteing is touching a sensitive subject in the fashion world : diversity . And with this diverse cast of models he just did […]

Categories: Fashion • Tags: balmain, Cara Delevingne, Fall 2014, Jourdan Dunn, Mario Sorrenti

Make Kids Happy : World Cup 2014 Adidas Brazuca Ball takes fashion inspiration

June 16, 2014 by The CoF

Balmain, Missoni, Marni, Rick Owens, Dolce & Gabbana and other famous fashion houses presented their vision of World Cup’s Adidas official Brazuca ball at a charity event . While the world’s attention is focused on the World Cup, Adidas and online luxury retailer LUISAVIAROMA decided to take the opportunity and together organized a charity event called Make Kids Happy under the form of an Ebay auction that takes place today, Monday 16th June. The purpose of the project is to raise funds for the Brazilian […]

Categories: Fashion, Lifestyle, News • Tags: balmain, Dolce & Gabbana, Marni, Missoni, Rick Owens, Roberto Cavalli, World Cup 2014

Celebrity looks : Rihanna at Paris Fashion Week Fall 2014

March 6, 2014 by The CoF

Rihanna was all over Paris Fashion Week Fall 2014. A source of inspiration for Balmain’s designer Olivier Rousteing or Tom Ford and siting in front row at his latest fashion show. Rihanna just loves the attention and fashion. The cover girl of Vogue US March 2014 issue RiRi told the magazine : “There’s people with way more talent than I when it comes to singing,bigger voices. But people want to know who you are. Fashion is a clear indication, a way to express […]

Categories: Celebrities, Fashion • Tags: balmain, Fall 2014, Givenchy, Lanvin, Paris Fashion Week, Rihanna, Stella McCartney

Rihanna by Inez & Vinoodh for Balmain S/S 2014 Ad Campaign

Rihanna for Balmain S/S 2014 Ad Campaign

December 17, 2013 by The CoF

Rihanna became the face of the spring/summer 2014 advertising campaign of Balmain . The authors of the shots are the famous duo Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin under the creative direction of Atelier Franck Durand and styled by Mel Ottenberg. The young creative director of Balmain , Olivier Rousteing was very pleased with the collaboration .“When the woman that inspires you wears your creations, your vision feels complete,” said Olivier , adding that Rihanna is a trendy , fresh and uncompromising choice.

Categories: Fashion • Tags: ad campaign, balmain, Inez van Lamsweerde & Vinoodh Matadin, Rihanna, spring/summer 2014

Balmain launches its Nail Couture collection

October 14, 2013 by The CoF

This fall, Balmain launches its first ever collection of nail polishes, Balmain Nail Couture, a limited edition which includes four classic shades and a mat finish . They have tried to make the product beautiful but safe for your health : no toluene, formaldehyde and camphor. They promise beautiful rich color with a confident glossy shine .However, there is an alternative if you are tired of the shine of your manicure : the coating Mat Top Coat applied on top […]

Categories: Beauty, News • Tags: balmain, Balmain Nail Couture, Cosmetics, Nail Care, Nail polish, Shopping

Haute Couture Hair by Balmain Hair

July 3, 2013 by The CoF

What better way to recreate the ultra-sexy looks of the models walking the runway at Balmain, than a styling line that is launching today by the brand itself?! The beauty of Balmain’s girl? Hair in the wind, soft and shiny. Starting with today you can achieve this look at home thanks to the full range of styling products that not have only a surface effect but the concentration of silk protein ensures deeply care action, at least this is what they promise. You […]

Categories: Beauty, News • Tags: balmain, Balmain Hair, hair, Hair care, Health, Shopping

Red Carpet Shoes For This Summer

May 20, 2013 by The CoF

Now that the Cannes Film Festival is in full swing the shoes are precious and festive.Whether patent, lace-up or studded with diamante and sequins, these shoes are show-stopping in themselves. Finished with delicate ankle straps and razor sharp, towering heels, they are the best accessory you need to shine on every red carpet this summer!

Categories: Fashion • Tags: balmain, Footwear, Gianvito Rossi, Giuseppe Zanotti, High-heeled footwear, Jimmy Choo, Red carpet, Sergio Rossi, shoes

Themes At Fall 2013 Shows :Sculptural Shoulders

March 7, 2013 by The CoF

Balmain Alexander Wang Aquilano.Rimondi Byblos Milano Gabriele Colangelo Lacoste Mary Katrantzou Mugler Peter Pilotto Rebecca Minkoff Rick Owens Rouland Mouret Thom Browne Yohji Yamamoto

Categories: Fashion • Tags: balmain, collection, fall 2013, Rick Owens, Thom Browne, trends, Yohji Yamamoto