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Luxurious Michael Kors Style

January 30, 2010
Posted by Laura

Michael Kors is a designer who represents all things chic and sophisticated with a wearable and casual edge. A huge array of celebrities favour the Michael Kors style because it allows them to look fantastic and polished, yet also be comfortable.

Michael Kors watches are one of the most divine and luxurious accessories you could own yet are still versatile and wearable with a variety of looks. One of the main noticeable design elements of Michael Kors watches are the colours used. Something a little alternative from black, gold and silver or eye popping colours that many other brands have homed in on in recent seasons, Michael Kors watches feature beautiful tones such as brown, golden, fawn, beige and cream as well of course as the traditional staple colours.

Using examples within the collection, the MK5139 for example has a contemporary design with a bracelet strap and sleek circular dial but the stunning brown and cream horn effect colouring and gold detailing definitely injects something exquisite to the watch. The MK4200 is a little more of a dressed up and glamorous style and the tortoiseshell effect and central polished gold section, again adds something extremely refined and chic to the aesthetic of the watch.

Michael Kors is also renowned for retaining his own unique style but applying them to current trends. The MK5197, MK5198 and MK5195 are all perfect examples of this. With bang on trend polycarbonate outer links in contemporary and cool colours such as baby pink, white, and silver, added diamante embellishments either on the dial or at the centre of the links, this definitely adds a glam edge to a current style. Michael Kors is perfect at balancing casual with striking and ensures that the watches remain chic and simple with the focal point either being on the design or the sumptuous and luxurious colour.

In terms of unique design, Michael Kors certainly likes to experiment with innovative styles – the MK2118 is a great example of this with its sliding cover that when placed over the dial completely conceals it and makes the watch look more like an edgy and urban style bracelet. The MK3094 is also striking in terms of design with its super wide bangle style strap which has a textured finish and diamantes positioned around the outer and inner edges. The round dial positioned in the centre is kept small and simple so that the attention is drawn to the main body of the watch.

Michael Kors watches achieve the balance between chic, refined and sophisticated and trendy and cool. With an array of designs to suit a number of style preferences, versatility, beautiful colouring and unique and exquisite design are all common features within the range. The perfect accessory to add something wonderfully special to your look!

Step into 2010 in True Fossil Style!

January 29, 2010
Posted by Laura

Since 1984, Fossil has become one of the leaders in the watch industry, designing a range of watches that stretch from eclectic and edgy to classic and demure. There are a few hot additions to look out for which will be sure to see you launch into 2010 with a real piece of stylish arm candy!

Here is a rundown of some of the Fossil watches styles-:

Contemporary and Feminine-:

ES2440-: This is a new exclusive from Fossil. Designed for ladies who like to combine femininity with edgy and cool, this watch features a white polycarbonate strap, a diamante embellished bezel and a white and pink Mother of Pearl floral patterned dial. The feminine dial makes an effective contrast to the funky strap and the diamantes certainly inject a nice element of highly on trend bling!

Edgy and Statement-:

ES2157-: This style is for ladies and like the watch above, features a polycarbonate strap but in black. The round dial is also black and has a sub dial chronograph and a diamante embellished bezel. This watch is perfect for those who like a sophisticated look but with a trendy edge – the black tone of the watch also makes it a real statement accessory and versatile for a range of looks.

Innovative and Chic-:

ME1033-: One for the men, this Fossil style is perfect for those who like their style to represent a sense of combining vintage inspiration with a modern twist. The slim leather strap is sleek brown and the large rectangular dial has soft rounded edges and is a unique champagne tone displaying a power gauge and second sub dials in a striking design. The simple aesthetic draws the attention to the detail within the dial and this is definitely a watch that reflects a dynamic and thoughtful sense of style.

Classic and Smart-:

FS4156-: This men’s watch is timelessly stylish with its highly polished stainless steel bracelet strap with panelled links and ultra sleek black dial with a diamante positioned at the hour marker. Masculine with a sense of sophistication!

Something for Everyday-:

FS4458-: This men’s watch is incredibly versatile and practical for everyday use with its black leather strap and round black dial. Still retaining that typical Fossil individuality, the fine detail is evident with the heavy stitching featured on the outer edges of the strap and the funky design of the numbers on the dial.

These are just a handful of examples of the various styles from Fossil. If you are looking for something completely unique, the Philippe Starck watches range is also definitely worth a look with the watches comprising of futuristic aesthetics, dynamic designs and innovative technology. Fossil is a brand which always maintains great quality within its watches and exceptionally fine attention to detail. From a style perspective Fossil is always one of the hottest brands to be seen wearing and due to the fact that the watches combine vintage inspiration with modern twists, they are unique, striking and timelessly super stylish.