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Here comes DITA

8th December 2014

New store to open in NYC

8th December 2014 Several eyewear brands have opened in NYC in recent months (Anne & Valentin, Mykita and Oakley to name three) and now it’s time to welcome Dita, the West Coast luxury brand. The third store of its kind – the brand has one in Los Angeles and one in Tokyo – the new luxurious NYC boutique, designed by Tag Front, is located in Soho.

Opening end of January 2015, the DITA boutique will present the brand’s full collection of opticals, sunglasses and limited edition frames, including the latest statement cat eye design, the DITA Hurricane Sunglasses with multicoloured mirrored UV lenses. CN

DITA Boutique, 273 Lafayette Street, New York, NY 10012 www.dita.com

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Arts + travel

Lace, Silk and Ermine

1st December 2014

Highlights from the Wardrobe of Elisabeth of Austria

1st December 2014 She was a European style legend in nineteenth-century Europe, with her imperial wardrobe, and cascades of long flowing hair, often studded with diamonds. Elisabeth of Austria was one of the most beautiful women of the day, and a mysterious, complex personality, who found the rigors of court life in Vienna restricting and suffocating. She was a woman ahead of her time – she believed in rigorous self-control and exercise.

Blue Dress worn by Elisabeth Empress of Austria

To celebrate the tenth anniversary of The Sisi Museum in Vienna (The Empress was known as Sisi) – Soie, Dentelle et Hermine (Silk,Lace and Ermine) showcases personal items from the Empresses’ wardrobe, as she set the fashion trends of her era. The items shown are very rarely displayed for conservation purposes.

Sisi enjoyed wearing gowns that silhouetted her ultra-slim figure

When visiting The Sisi Museum, it is also possible to see parasols, fans, gloves,The Empresses’ travelling medicine chest, and jewellery. On the ground floor of the museum, visitors can view in awe the elegant, luxurious Imperial Silver Collection, plus a magnificent golden dinner service that belonged to Napoleon.

Monogrammed Silk Stockings worn by Elisabeth Empress of Austria

Silk, Lace and Ermine is a fascinating glimpse into the private wardrobe of one of the most legendary figures of that time. To this day, Elisabeth of Austria continues to fascinate and charm with her individualism and refusal to conform. Exhibition continues until 1st February 2015. www.hofburg-wien.at JG

Photos: Top: Portrait of Elisabeth Empress of Austria by Franz Xaver Winterhalter Dresses: Alexander E. Koller Stockings: Edgar Knaak Copyright: Schloss Schöenbrunn Kultur-und Betriebs. Ges.m.b.H.

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9807A

1st December 2014

LINDBERG

The engineering ethos that is uniquely LINDBERG’s is impeccably evident in style 9807A in lightweight titanium and acetate. The eye-catching colour contrast accents the beautifully sculpted frame with unique temple details. The LINDBERG Strip 9800 collection is technically brilliant and distinguished. More information at www.lindberg.com JG

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Super Duper Hats

1st December 2014

1st December 2014 There was a time when no fashionable man or woman would leave home without a hat. Fashion principles relaxed, and hats became a choice rather than a style must-have. However, the fashion pendulum swings, and nowadays there is a definite revival of both men and women wearing hats. Great designs in marvellous fabrics have accelerated the trend, and the Italian designers at Super Duper Hats set the pace with their spot-on stylish creations.

The discovery of a unique hat blocker by the Italian design trio Ilaria and Veronica Cornacchini who are sisters, and Matteo Bioli, kindled the idea for Super Duper Hats. Their goal is that every hat is authentic – handmade to the finest standards in superior quality materials, using only traditional processes.

Beret Chic - Felt Pet Blue by Super Duper — Felt Chic – Pet Blue by Super Duper

The fabrics are beautiful – the winter collection features soft felts, bright wools and countryside herringbone tweeds. Summer materials include straws and elegant cottons. Recently they launched a new collection – Super D – that features young, jazzy and colourful styling.

Super Duper Hats are sold internationally, and can be found at 10 Corso Como in Milan, Harvey Nichols in London, and Dee Cee Style in Zurich, and elsewhere. The unique, spirited designs at Super Duper make wearing hats fun and fashionable once again. www.superduperhats.com JG

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Fashion Eyewear…

28th November 2014

is our passion at Eyestylist, and this month you’ll find unique designs destined to capture your imagination and desire. Click on REVIEWS for the latest frames, and see BOUTIQUES for an original Paris shop. Designer of the Month spotlights a young German creator, and discover Woman Fashion Power in CITY GUIDES. Remember to sign up for Eyestylist Exclusives – our monthly newsletter with additional fashion and accessory excitement.

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