Coco Chanel famously only wore men’s pyjamas, and when thepyjamastore.com initially launched last year, it stocked exclusively luxury men’s pyjamas, robes and slippers. However many of the purchasers of its men’s pyjamas were in fact women, some perhaps inspired by the icon, others keen to drum a little style into their man.
There is something exciting going on in the pyjama world. It seems to be like so many fashions, cyclical. Whether it’s the appearance of BedHead’s retro prints in Mad Men or whether we are just spending more time at home, pyjama sales have been soaring. So it is indeed good news that thepyjamastore.com is responding to inquiries about women’s nightwear and re-launching the site this coming month. (Mid-May) with a range of women’s nightwear.
Managing Director, James Riggs pointed out that initially the brands positioning was based on the premise that there was no resource for specialist good quality men’s nightwear online or even in the high street; at least not all in one place. Urged on by friends and numerous customer emails, womenswear was an inevitable next move.
“Online brands can respond to what they learn from feedback and statistical data, in a way traditional businesses were and to an extent are, less able to. Launching womenswear is meeting a need and actually the name of our site, fits comfortably for all nightwear. It’s not beyond the realms of possibility that children’s wear will be the next step.” Says Managing Director, James Riggs.
In mid-May the site is re-launched to accommodate the fashion conscious with starring brands such as Eberjey, Princesse Tam Tam and BedHead. It’s a good mix as they all offer something a little different. Eberjey’s classic styles, PTT’s creative take and BedHead’s amazing prints should provide something for everyone.
And there’s always the menswear if you view the pyjama as Coco Chanel did!
PARIS — Designers around the world tuned into the watch the
royal wedding, and discover Catherine Middleton’s dress by Sarah Burton for
Alexander McQueen.
Many cited likeness to bridal gowns worn by Queen Elizabeth and Grace Kelly,
and remarked on its traditional allure.
Broadcasting live on France 2
television, Karl Lagerfeld said: “She is very elegant. The
dress is classic and goes very well in the Westminster decor. It almost reminds
me of (Queen) Elizabeth’s wedding, the royal weddings in the Fifties. The
proportion of the train is good. The lace is very pretty. I like the veil a
lot.”
Here’s what other designers had to say:
Carolina Herrera: “The dress was absolutely perfect for her.
The important thing was that she looked as though she felt very comfortable and
moved very well in it. The dress didn’t move. I loved the long sleeves, the
lace, the short veil with the little tiara and her hair. If I have to rate her
from one to 10, I give her an 11. It was beyond.”
Catherine Malandrino: “I thought it was great that she chose
an iconic British name. I also like that they used the Royal School of
Needlework for the lace. I felt the dress was simple, effortless and and
regal.”
Vera Wang: “This was great for Sarah Burton, and whether it
was intentional or accidental, everything worked. It is amazing and wonderful
for someone who does not usually do wedding dresses to show such restraint. The
dress was cut beautifully, in a subdued way. I found the fitted lace bodice and
the fairly large skirt, without tiers or technical draping, just right — a
modern version of a tradition that will never be outdated. I would have
preferred a closed neckline, however. To me, the veil, often an afterthought, is
as important as the dress. Kate’s was perfect — not decorated, trimmed or
gathered. And because the blusher had no volume, no wrinkles were over the face.
It added mystery and allowed the bride to arrive covered and leave with her face
framed. I did not think she would go fashion-forward but rather to send a
message far beyond fashion: [William and Kate] want to be taken seriously; they
know they will become the King and Queen of England and are up to the job of
embracing everything that comes with the monarchy. And with that, naturally,
there had to be some pomp and circumstance — but it was all with great dignity
and discipline, reflecting the British culture. Yet it was so romantic and
seemed to reflect their love for, and future with, one another.”
Rebecca Taylor: "Kate’s dress was beautiful, demure and
youthful. Her veil was soft and pretty, but I would have liked to see more
volume. The heirloom tiara added the perfect amount of sparkle fit for a modern
day princess. Kate kept it traditional with her Cartier 1936 tiara as her
'something old' and Diana's blue sapphire ring as her 'something blue.' She is
lovely and he is a great prince, I wish them both good luck!”
Monique Lhuillier: “I was beyond thrilled when I heard Sarah
Burton had done the dress. She has really picked up the pieces and has resurged
the house. The selection of the designer also shows she takes risks and that’s
terrific. The best accessory was the sparkle in her eyes. You could see the love
between them in how they looked at eachother. Despite having two billion
watching. It was still their moment.”
Prabal Gurung: “I thought it was pretty and appropriate. A
high-profile wedding like this is not the place for making a crazy fashion
moment. It sounds like an oxymoron but it was a personal moment in a very public
place. The dress clearly said she’s a modern girl and of this generation. It was
not McQueen at its theatrical sense but McQueen in its quiet but beautiful
sense. I loved the bustle and how her silk tulle veil was moving softly in the
wind.”
Jason Wu: “I thought Catherine’s dress looked stunning. The
details were very well done and I loved the emphasis on craftsmanship and the
use of British talent. Her choice to pay tribute to Alexander McQueen was both
touching and exciting.”
Isaac Mizrahi: “I loved the dress. I like plain things a lot
right now so this was a winner. It moved beautifully and really flattered her
figure. She looked gorgeous.”
Diane von Furstenberg: “The dress was beautiful. I think she
is irresistible, she is so beautiful. I am happy it was McQueen. It was
absolutely the right thing to do. They made [the dress] simple, so it wasn’t
costumey but a beautiful evening gown. I was happy for Sarah, happy for the Met,
and happy for McQueen.
Lela Rose: “She looked beautiful and is beautiful, and the
dress had nothing to fault. But I was a little disappointed that it was so
traditional in the choice of lace, fabric, style and shape. That lace has been
so done and used. It didn’t look modern to me. I expected more from Sarah Burton
but the again it wasn’t Sarah Burton’s wedding dress. She really had to follow
protocol and do what Kate wanted and I am sure the queen had input too.”
Agnès b.: “Last night before nodding off to sleep, different
wedding dresses went through my head and I settled on the one worn by the
Princess Grace of Monaco, thinking that it could have been updated with perhaps
a v-neck! And to my delight I find today that Catherine, the charming Duchess of
Cambridge, has turned my nocturnal musings into the essence of elegance thanks
to Sarah Burton. I found all of the guests beautifully attired, and as for the
hats! It is surely only in England that they are so diverse and are worn so
well.”
Chris Benz: “I did not know what to expect. She came out so
fresh and elegant! I loved the length of the train and the fact that there was
nothing over-the-top about the whole look. Her hair down was perfect, not too
fuzzy. I loved the whole spirit of it — kept it from looking too old-fashioned.
The deep V felt really special, kind of sexy bride. And I loved William, the
bright red was charming and youthful in spirit.”
Carolina Amato: “Of course I would have loved to see Kate
wearing gloves on her wedding day but I wasn’t disappointed to see her choice of
attire. I loved the exquisite lace on the bodice and sleeves and the neckline
cut in a perfect V. It was a classic, lovely choice; it fit her beautifully and
her happiness emanated from her entire body. She seemed very comfortable but
poised — a perfect vision of loveliness.”
Amy Smilovic, Tibi: “Kate looked supremely elegant and in
keeping with her personal style that she has portrayed over the years. I think
her confidence in Sarah Burton’s design showed – and your wedding day is the day
more than ever that you want to feel absolutely sure of your style. For me
personally, I would have loved to have had the skirt exaggerated in the true
McQueen style, but I get why the dress absolutely worked for Kate and she looked
stunning and regal.”
Nicole Miller: “The fit was amazing. It looked like it was
second skin the way the lace layed so well. I was really impressed. It’s funny
in Sarah Burton’s fall show for McQueen, she had five or six dresses at the end.
I remember thinking, ‘What’s that about?’ The wedding must have been in the back
of her mind.”
Eddie Borgo: “The lace was perfect, and I especially loved
the Cartier tiara — and to learn of its history.”
Kara Ross: “Kate’s simple Victorian-style earrings and
vintage Cartier tiara were the perfect complement to her elegant McQueen gown.
As an avid vintage collector, I had particular appreciation for the ‘halo’ tiara
I felt it was a special way to honor both the Queen and tradition.”
Tory Burch: “Kate looked stunning. Choosing Sarah
Burton for Alexander McQueen reflects Kate’s modern aesthetic and style, but the
handmade lace details and craftsmanship are a great nod to British tradition.
The lace, the clean lines of the dress, Queen Elizabeth’s tiara — every detail
was stunning.”
Donna Karan: “The dress was extremely elegant. For me, it
wasn’t so much about the dress though, it was all about her. She was the most
beautiful bride in the world.”
Francisco Costa: “Kate’s dress had a classic elegance with a
modern edge. The superb detailing really characterized Sarah’s expert hand.”
Cynthia Rowley: “I love it: McQueen for the Queen! The dress
has really beautiful intricacies, but its silhouette is classic and restrained,
and highlights Kate’s beauty rather than overshadowing it. With all of the
anticipation, she was so smart to go with something so understated. I love the
details that were attended to as well — she’s even holding
Lily-of-the-Valley — a May flower.”
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