To celebrate the opening at 99 University Place, the Ralph Lauren team invited bloggers, fashion journalists and Stylesight to enjoy a sneak peek at the 4,000 square foot space.

The storefront resembles a rustic and worn artists loft. Young fashion bloggers, like Keiko Lynn, made themselves at home sipping beers and cocktails among the worn wooden floors, scattered with lush, yet well-loved rugs. High ceilings and brick walls added to the broken-in feel. Large, aluminum spotlights highlight walls full of merchandise for both young men’s and juniors, offset only by vintage music posters and distressed leather seating topped with indigo pillows.

Denim & Supply exudes a bohemian, but rugged aesthetic. Being steps from Washington Square and NYU, the brand certainly speaks to their location and we wish them much success in their new home!

Ralph Lauren’s Denim & Supply is now open at 99 University Place.

Silhouette: Linear / Geometric / Body-con / Fit and flare / A-line shapes

Color: Black / White / Grey / Apple green / Cherry

Key Items: Slim trousers / Layered chiffon tanks / Shirtdresses / Cocoon shaped jackets / Menswear blazers / Assymetric tops

Materials: Lightweight crepe/ Ultra-thin leather / Stretch Jacquard / Silk chiffon

Print + Pattern: Laser-light motif / Graduated stripes / Degrade houndstooth

Details + Trim: Butter-light leather / Laser cut leather / Zippers / Mesh / Studs / Dipped hemlines

Accessories + Footwear:  Ankle strap heels / Leather cuffs

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GLAM SQUAD
New York: DKNY’s Resort collection was a study in contrasts. Sporty elements including luxe variations on bomber jackets, track pants, basketball jerseys and baseball caps were layered with sharp blazers, jeweled sweatshirts, sequined pencil skirts and sheer lace maxis. It was a reflection of modern street style looks, where accessorizing a cocktail dress with sneakers or throwing a Letterman jacket over a tuxedo has become the new dress code.—Natalie Shukur

Silhouette: Athletic / Layered / Tailored / Feminine

Color: Black / White / Gold / Silver / Electric blue / Magenta / Sunflower yellow

Key Items: Bomber jackets / Blazers / Track pants / Capes / Embellished sweatshirts / Sheer lace & crochet maxi skirts & pants / Slim pants / Tuxedo pants / Parka jackets / Pencil skirts / Asymmetric dresses / Tunic dresses / Sheath dresses / Mesh basketball tees / Floaty skirts & dresses / Motorcycle jackets

Materials: Wool / Lightweight crepe / Foiled French terry / Leather / Technical mesh / Lace /  Organza / Silk / Jersey

Print + Pattern: Color blocking / Letterman writing

Details + Trim: Sequins / Crochet / Lace / Jeweled shirt collars / Leather lapels and panels / Sheer & lace panels & contrast sleeves / Silk-covered buttons

Accessories + Footwear: Pointy heels / Lace-up & buckled high-heel boots / Baseball caps

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QUOTIDIAN CHIC

Silhouette: Slim / Tailored / Parisian / Sportswear

Color: Cobalt blue / Electric Blue / Violet / Pastel Pink / Black / White / Cream / Ivory / Sunset orange / Coffee / Petrol blue

Key Items: Car coats / Tapered pants / Silk blouses / Jacquard bell-bottoms / Blazers / belted A-Line dresses / Knit cardigans

Materials: Silk / Knits / Jersey / Wool / Silk jacquard

Print + Pattern: Abstract painterly and watercolor prints / Color blocks / French door photo print / Digital florals

Details + Trim: Cape sleeves / Sheer panels / Sequin embroidery

Accessories + Footwear: Peeptoe wedge booties / Silk scarves / Leather belts / Tote bags

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Karl Lagerfeld, the Fendi Creative Director and photographer, will shift his camera lens from models to fountains in an effort to patronize them for their role as a critical cultural heritage in the form of an exhibition titled, “the Glory of Water.”

Paris Couture Week in July will witness these images of Rome’s iconic fountains exhibited along the Seine, just steps away from the new Fendi Paris shop at 51 Avenue Montaigne. The photographs will later be presented in a 120-page coffee table book.

The exhibit is an extension of a larger initiative on the part of the famed fashion house to take responsibility where the Italian government is not for restoring some of the Eternal City’s fountains. Among some of the sites are Le Quattro Fontane and the Trevi Fountain. The $2.9m restoration of the Trevi is expected to take 20 months to complete.

Having been founded in Rome in 1925, Fendi “is totally linked to the city,” says Silvia Fendi. This act of patronage will reinforce the name as a quintessentially Roman label that represents timeless elegance. Plaques bearing the Fendi name will be displayed near the fountains for four years after restoration is complete.

Surtex is the international fair for original licensed designs and a B2B marketplace for purchasing artwork. Novelty prints, naïve character sketches, micro foulard prints and colorful paisley patterns were just some of the trends highlighted throughout the show.

1. Gather No Moss / 2. Karma Prints and Artwork / 3. Group Four Design Studio Ltd. / 4. Le Kiosque3

1. Yellow No. 5 Design Studio / 2. Marcie Designs / 3. Yellow No. 5 Design Studio / 4. Lauren Wan

Subscribers should look out for our upcoming report for the full list of exhibitors and the key trends for the season.

All textile designs and prints are copyright protected by each studio.

Opened earlier this month, One Leicester Street is a stylish hotel, restaurant and bar- all in one. Located in the middle of China Town just on the border of ever-busy Leicester Square, this small hotel offers a calming environment with a soothing color scheme dominated by slate grey, bright white and petrol blue complemented by chic Scandinavian-inspired Mid-Century interiors. Designed by local London architects Universal Design Studio, the hotel offers 15 chic rooms as well as an excellent restaurant headed by Tom Harr (formerly at St John Chinatown). With a focus on contemporary British cuisine, the restaurant is open all day for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a focal point on sharing plates with the minimalist presentation perfectly complementing this calming urban space.  –Anna Jacobsen 

One Leicester Street
1 Leicester Street WC2H 7BL
44 (0)20 3301 8020

Images courtesy of One Leicester Street

The new showroom on Goswell Road in East London showcases select pieces from legendary architect Zaha Hadid’s extensive archive, and is also hosting several events during the festival.

Futuristic furniture and innovative designs are shown across two floors; for this week only, visitors have the chance to see an eclectic selection of architectural models on the top floor.

Now in its fourth year, Clerkenwell Design Week is the UK’s leading independent design festival. A three-day annual festival, visitors are treated to workshops, product launches, presentations and over 60 showrooms are involved.

The gallery space is open until May 25. Keep watching the site for our forthcoming report and top picks from this year’s Clerkenwell Design Week. – Babette Radclyffe-Thomas

“adidas and Caroline Wozniacki introduce the all new adidas by Stella McCartney Barricade during the French Open. Following the spring launch of adidas by Stella McCartney Barricade apparel, this shoe fuses advanced technical superiority with standout style. Designed to handle extreme lateral movements and offer optimum support through even the most frenetic rally, the shoe incorporates an all mesh upper for enhanced breathability and durability.”

Keep your eyes peeled for the debut of the Barricade as players take the court at Wimbledon starting June 24th, 2013, and on sale at adidas.com starting June 1st. Be on the lookout for more on this theme when our Active team releases the Club Sports Design Capsule in coming weeks as well!

-Erin Mintun 

We’re huge fans of when creative parents team up with their adorable kids for unique photo shoots so it’s no surprise we had to blog about the fantastic photos Toyokazu Nagano takes of his daughter, Kanna. Often using a nearby road, Nagano shoots three-year-old Kanna with a variety of props and costumes. We love the sweet, nostalgic feel to all the pictures. Check out some of the other awesome parent-child duos we’ve featured, including Jaime C. Moore and Jason Lee.