Runway to Red Carpet

Whether it’s the red carpet of an awards show, movie premiere or fashion show, the celebrities and the designers they are wearing have a tendency to define each other. Actresses, as well as models, are legitimized when they are wearing certain designers. Major high-fashion designers have the ability to define whether or not someone is a true celebrity by asking them to wear their creations.

Many designers are credited for bringing their models into the world of fame. For example, Victoria Beckham is not known for her singing days in the Spice Girls or being married to David Beckham, but instead she is coveted for her appearance in the Roberto Cavalli Fashion Week shows and being his walking easel on the red carpets.

Now that the award-show mania months, January through August, and fashion weeks have passed, we can focus on, well, a different type of fashion show. The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show is an annual, international event in late November featuring some of the most beautiful women in the world wearing the least clothing of any runway in the world.

Although the Victoria’s Secret fashion show may not be what you think of when it comes to “fashion,” the designers of the line produce their creations in the same way as most other high-fashion designers. They begin with sketches, handpick their models, which portray the image they desire, and create not just a runway but an entertaining performance. 

2010 Victoria's Secret Sketches

Compliments of Sassybella.com

Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show is well known for its dazzling lingerie creations, along with the performances of famous celebrities including, Justin Timberlake, Seal and Usher, but the runway is most famous for its star models that walk the catwalk. 

These women come from all around the world and are recognized as the sexiest women alive by both men and women. They are regarded as sex icons in the eyes of men and women strive to achieve their beauty.  They are not just models of extravagant lingerie designs but they have also become celebrities throughout society. 

 Tyra Banks

Photo by Alexander Tamargo

 Heidi Klum

Photo by Alexander Tamargo

 Miranda Kerr

Photo by Alexander Tamargo

Tyra Banks, Heidi Klum, Alesssandra Ambrosio, Miranda Kerr and Marissa Miller, are all examples of women who began their journey of fashion and fame as models but are now considered celebrities whose faces are identified globally. Because of the recognition Victoria’s Secret has provided them with, more and more high fashion designers are asking these legendary models to take part in their fashion weeks and red carpet designs.

These women, like other loyal models, will forever represent the designer they showcase and will continue to be recognized interchangeably with the brand. Be sure to watch the 2010 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show on Nov. 30, 2010 and see the incredible designs represented by the beautiful Victoria’s Secret Angels. It’s one of my favorite events of the year and will be sure to get you ready for the holiday season.

H&M Lanvin Hearts? Yes please!

Still haven’t found those show-stopping pieces for the fall? Not to worry, H&M has released their looks for their new seasonal partnership with Lanvin and man, do we love them. Like many previous high-end designers who have partnered with H&M, Alber Elbaz, a top-designer at Lanvin, was intrigued by the idea of H&M going luxurious instead of him having to go public. Let me tell you, the results are exquisite. Elbaz, in explaining his attempt to supply mass markets with high fashion told Vogue UK, “Ninety-five percent of women cannot afford [Lanvin], so let them have a little taste.”

Previous conjunctions with H&M and high-end designers include: Jimmy Choo, Stella McCartney and Viktor & Rolf. Seasonal partnerships have proven to be a success in the mass markets, making it more than ever, an exciting trend and challenge for designers to produce a high-class look for a small fraction of the price.

Although images of the entire collection, called Lanvin Hearts, will not be released until tomorrow, Nov. 4, and will not be for sale until Nov. 23, so far things are looking good and the inexpensive prices are even more impressive. Even though the looks are priced at much lesser values than the normal Lanvin pieces, which usually sell for thousands of dollars, the quality and value of the designs do not seem to be depreciating.

Unlike the majority of H&M apparel, once the Lanvin Hearts line is released, that is it. There will be no re-orders or restocking once they are sold out and the sale is projected to last only the first 24 hours. In order to protect the designer and his creations, each customer will be limited to only two of the same style in order to prevent the reselling of the apparel on other websites and auctions.

The line includes signature pieces of the original Paris Lanvin line including: embroidery, ruffles, beading and bright colors. Designs range from cocktail dresses to party-goer apparel, shoes, jewelry, handbags and lingerie, also hitting every essential necessity in between. The Lanvin Hearts apparel and accessories, ranging from $39 to $349, may be a little pricier than the usual cost of H&M fashion but are well worth the splurge for the holiday season. My thoughts…with the ruffled red strapless dress and the faux-fur jacket, you can't go wrong.

 Compliments of InStyle magazine

Ruffle Strapless Dress $199

 Compliments of InStyle magazine

Faux-fur Jacket $

Elbaz has also created a menswear section of the Lanvin Hearts line which will reflect his sophisticated and sharp taste, making it easy for you and that special someone to make a wow couple at all the holiday parties. Just be sure to both be ready to buy fast. Quick decisions and knowing what you want will come in handy when purchasing Lanvin Hearts. The sale is going to flash by and you don’t want to miss out.

Check out the more of the new looks below, compliments of InStyle magazine.

Yellow One-Shoulder $199

Jacket $149

Floral Party Dress $ 199

Zebra Jacket $ 199

Eggplant One-Shoulder $ 199