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Carla Richa

Art & Culture Fashion April 9, 2018

Philately Meets Fashion In Lebanon

To all you stamp collectors, there’s a possible new addition to your collection! A stamp represents a country; it represents its history and its culture. When collecting all of these different pieces, it’s as important as collecting a bunch of paintings. It’s a collection filled with so much culture and information about different countries and populations. When thinking about culture, you think about the literature of the country, about its art forms, or its music. Fashion is immediately on the mind.…

Fashion Women's Style February 21, 2018

The Alexander Wang Gang Gets Serious for FW18

“Everyone knows the celebratory side of me, but you know I am in my thirties right now and I go to work probably more than I go out”. Alexander Wang took a stand this fashion week, to show people how he’s more than just partying. After years of designing outfits that are made for a casual day out to a mind-blowing party, he decided to enter the business world. A full collection inspired by CEOs; Alexander Wang has surprised us…

Fashion Women's Style February 21, 2018

Maison Margiela: A Click to Capture the Glamour

« Say no to technology » Thousands of movements adopted this statement, and today John Galliano did as well in Maison Margiela’s Spring 2018 Collection. Margiela and Galliano in one house ultimately means craziness at its best. Those two designers do not focus on pleasing the commercial public rather than creating actual pieces of art. And this time Galliano took a stand against this modern world we live in, dedicated to following the latest trends and having over 2 Million followers on…

Art & Culture February 15, 2018

France Has Won: The Book of Hours of King Francois I Returns to France

The Book of Hours of King Francois I has been put on exhibit at the Louvre. Celebrate this momentous occasion at the Louvre while giving a special thanks to the great LVMH. The French have won! It all took place on Feb 15th, when France was able to accumulate 10 Million Euros to acquire the fabled book, which could be said to be a priceless heirloom of the past king. The Louvre happens to be the owner of one of…

Jewelry November 20, 2017

Flawless 163-carat Diamond Necklace Sells at Christies Geneva Auction

For all the taken men, it’s time to step up your game. As Marilyn Monroe says, “diamonds are a girl’s best friend.” And one of the biggest diamonds has just been sold! It all started on the 4th of February, where a 404.2 carat diamond was discovered in eastern Angola, and pronounced to be the 27th largest rough white diamond! Months were spent examining the rock and its cracks. Diamond expert, Isaac Barhoin, works hard to make it into a…

Fashion November 15, 2017

MET GALA 2018: A MIX OF CATHOLISCISM AND FASHION

Every part of history is made of certain unforgettable events. From huge wars, to worldwide agreements, we learn about them no matter what. When looking at the history of fashion, the Met Gala is definitely an impactful event. The Met Gala is a collaboration of creativity between the celebrity and the designer. To follow the corresponding theme, the designer should create a memorable piece of clothing, and the celebrity should choose to wear it. Walking down the red carpet, paparazzi…