Out shopping

A fine vintage

This season's bright and easy collection from American Vintage fuses high-fashion silhouettes with accessible prices. The green jacket (above; HK$860) stands out but the sun-kissed orange top (left; HK$1,295) just about exemplifies the label's philosophy of "purity, lightness, femininity". American Vintage is in IFC Mall, Central, tel: 2234 7859.

Head for the heels

Kick into high gear this season with a pair of Jimmy Choos. For a touch of golden luxury, there's the Vivian sandal (far right; HK$8,090), or for something a little wilder, there's the leopard-print Gail sandal (right; HK$10,200). Jimmy Choo is in The Landmark, Central, tel: 2525 6068.

An oval idea

Once the pride of the Russian elite, Fabergé is now available the world over, albeit for a notable price. The artist-jeweller's latest pendant collection includes the stunning gold and diamond studded Oeuf Cadeau (above left; HK$81,250), the piercing Oeuf Impératrice Bleu (above; HK$206,000) and the charming Oeuf Matelassé Empereur Diamants (above right; HK$112,000). Fabergé is available at Lane Crawford, 3 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, tel: 2118 3428.

From the heart

Created by the designer at childrenswear label Bonpoint, and with a name that means "being in love" in Italian, we're indeed loving the feminine ensembles by Innamorato. The white and orange print dress (left; HK$4,090) is chic and fun while the long olive dress (above; also HK$4,090) moves beautifully when worn. Innamorato is available at Rue Madame, Lee Gardens Two, Causeway Bay, tel: 2972 2021.

April 8, 2012

Red alert


These are the ruby slippers Dorothy might wear if she were to negotiate the yellow-brick road today. The red satin heels (above; HK$3,900) are by Badgley Mischka and are available at Harvey Nichols, The Landmark, Central, tel: 3695 3388.

Parisian dolls

Celebrating its 10th year in the business, Paul & Joe (named after designer Sophie Albou's sons) is keeping it simple this season. The baby-doll look of the Talence dress (above; HK$7,035) is easy to wear, while the trench coat (right; HK$9,030), worn over the Calme dress (HK$7,680) and with peep-toe heels (HK$4,500), has a certain Parisian je ne sais quoi about it. Paul & Joe is in Elements, 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon, tel: 2523 3866.

Perfect timing

If you've ever found yourself lamenting that there aren't enough hours in the day, New York-based designer Phillip Lim appears to have heard you. His 31 Hour Bag, available in brown and black (right) and black and white (below; HK$8,590 each), was designed with today's busy woman in mind, with its cavernous interior and multiple pockets. 3.1 Phillip Lim is in Gateway Arcade, Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui, tel: 2113 0311.

Simply Posh

There's no denying Victoria Beckham's sartorial selection is on point these days. The Victoria Beckham Denim Line is great for its simple aesthetics. We love the cut of the navy striped top (below; HK$1,220) and the multicolour blocking of the layered vest (left; HK$1,690). Victoria Beckham is available at Russell Street, 6 St Francis Yard, Wan Chai, tel: 2866 0800.

April 1, 2012