On February 15, Terry Singh took over LiveRocket Studios for New York Fashion Week to display his menswear collection.
Spring Studios, located in Soho, is a hub for creatives every fashion week, buzzing with activity.
Super Bowl weekend is here. You’ve got the beer. You’ve got the chips and dip. And now we got you the style hook up.
Somehow, our prayers have been answered: Sanctuary Clothing has not only perfected easy, carefree staple pieces, but the brand has also just debuted its denim line.
It’s not just fashion – it’s fresh looks with forward thinking.
Get ready to star in your own music video, because between the sexy outfits, trendy accessories, and a BRAND NEW Range Rover (yes, you read that right!) White Fox is basically Santa this year.
Clearly all we want for Christmas is to win the brand’s Huge Holiday giveaway, which includes a brand new Range Rover Evoque and a $1,000 White Fox voucher to stock up on all our favorite pieces.
From steamy New Year’s Eve outfits to athleisurewear, White Fox is a one-stop shopping experience. Plus, you know, we really could use a new car.
The contest runs through Dec. 24, just in time to make our holiday dreams come true. Now, who said there is no such thing as Christmas magic?
The winner will be contacted on Christmas Day. To enter the contest, click here.
Former pro surfer, designer, and celebrity fan favorite? There’s little that MYRASWIM founder, CEO, and Creative Director Bianca Elouise can’t do.
And don’t let the brand name fool you: MYRASWIM doesn’t just stop at the beach. The clothing line includes stunning ready-to-wear garments and menswear, in addition to high-quality and high-fashion swimsuits.
Back in 2013, Australian designer and former pro surfer Elouise founded the premium swimwear line, now beloved by celebs like Kim Kardashian, Emily Ratajkowski, and Jennifer Lopez. The body-positive branding accentuates curves in a stylish way, with a minimalist aesthetic and signature high-cut bottoms. MYRASWIM is sold internationally by Net-a-Porter, SSENSE, and Olive LA.
Below, Elouise discusses her design inspiration, celebrity secrets, and favorite pieces from the latest collection. Before jetting off to your own tropical holiday vacay, hear Elouise’s exclusive go-to picks!
The Knockturnal: What inspired you to shift from surfer to designer in 2013 and start MYRASWIM?
Bianca Elouise: I grew up being a creative. Mum always said I was born with it. Being a child always wanting to do art, I started to sew and sketch in my teens. After my sponsorship contracts with Billabong ended, I had to start buying my swimwear. What I wanted I couldn’t find. So the ideas and work started from there…
The Knockturnal: MYRASWIM has already garnered a huge A-lister fan base. Which celebs have you worked with personally?
Bianca Elouise: We have worked so hard to gain and maintain relationships with some of my fav celebs. Going from PR pitches and stylist pulls to dealing directly with the clients themselves is fantastic. The respect and loyalty they show to my work is mind-blowing. It’s an honor. I work directly with Karreuche, Eva Longoria, Lori Harvey, Tracey Ellis Ross, Ryan Destiny, J.Lo, Lara Worthington, Eniko Hart, and Emily Ratajkowski. They’re all such lovely people!
The Knockturnal: What about the brand is distinctly universal, and also distinctly Australian?
Bianca Elouise: Being swimwear, it’s 100% Australian. We invented the bikini! The bikini was first designed and worn on the Gold Coast, my home city, many decades ago. I take pride in continuing that.
I’ve worked very hard to distinguish my brand identity globally. You would think it would be impossible to recognize a plain black bikini. Back when I started, that was hard to find! But with my designs, fabrics and cuts, I’ve for sure established a brand recognized by just those things. Many people say, ‘I can tell when it’s Myra, ’ which is a HUGE compliment as a designer.
The Knockturnal: Where do you draw design inspiration from?
Bianca Elouise: History, 80’s/90’s swim fashion is 100% me. I wish I could have lived through that period.
In saying that, I design for myself. I never lose touch with where I started. I started making what I could not find to fit my shape and size, and I continued to do that.
The Knockturnal: How do you describe the MYRASWIM customer?
Bianca Elouise: Confident and stylish. I’ve received a lot of feedback over the years from women that say they’ve never wanted to wear a swimsuit, but as soon as they get into one of mine, they feel so confident and beautiful, and that brings so much joy to my life. My customers love or learn to love their bodies; feeling comfortable wearing minimal garments is sometimes hard, but I’ve designed to develop that ‘I love my body’ feel when wearing MYRASWIM.
The Knockturnal: What are some of your favorite pieces from this latest collection?
Bianca Elouise: I love the Borne one piece. Having a super high cut and waistband, I feel like this piece looked terrific on many different bodies. It was for sure a customer favorite. But in saying that, I love the tonal colors I chose. The oyster shade was such a beautiful color, and I’ve decided to follow it through to SS22.
The Knockturnal: How do you think the fashion industry, especially swimwear, is addressing body positivity?
Bianca Elouise: Using a diverse range of models is helping just that. I see a lot of brands using from XXS to XXXXL models, and it’s incredible. Every brand has a different demographic and market, and not all swim brands have the same customers. But just seeing a wide variety is helping women feel more comfortable wearing swim.
The Knockturnal: What led to the decision to expand into kids and menswear?
Bianca Elouise: I see a lot of family fashion on social media. I’ve had feedback from mothers who own Myra garments saying they would love a plain swimsuit for their kids; everything is so patterned and colorful that we want simple, stylish things for children too. It took a couple of years to process, but I finally took the step. We’ve had a great reaction to the collections, especially matching designs for adults, and mums love to match their minis. And expanding to mens & boys recently was along the same lines. My dad helped me with the men’s designs; we nailed it!
The Knockturnal: Lastly, what are some of your holiday traditions? Will you be at the beach in MYRASWIM?
Bianca Elouise: I was fortunate enough this year to be able to buy a beachfront home. So this year for Christmas we will be spending it here. We usually spend the day at the beach as it’s summertime here. Lots of summer foods & refreshing drinks. I have a small family, so it’s normally just a chilled summer day all in our MYRASWIM, of course!
There are moments in life when you see something, and you know it is magical. That is what happens when you experience the exquisite craftsmanship of Blue Nile.
| The company was founded in 1999 with the idea that the diamond and engagement ring business was ready for innovation. They truly revolutionized the industry with a disruptive online business model, making it possible to shop for extraordinary, high-quality diamonds at a great value.What they accomplished was a vision that elevated the industry. The innovation granted customers a unique quality and way to elevate both personal style and fashion forever. Legendary service blended with divine design comes from a passionate formula that draws in new customers and loyal shoppers alike.
As the leader in handcrafted engagement rings and beautiful fine jewelry, they are constantly looking for new ways to help you discover and design the perfect pieces for every occasion. What they give you in a box is not just something to wear to an event or special occasion. It is a gift that helps you celebrate the beauty of life. Blue Nile’s CEO Sean Kell and Chief Merchandising Officer Katie Zimmerman during an intimate conversation revealed celebrity trends now that include earrings that make a statement and the embracing of the colors of the rainbow. All things that mark moments of bliss as we head into the new year. From their latest expressions to their breathtaking classic pieces, we truly love and admire what they do. The Blue Sapphire and Diamond Solitaire Pendant selection is one particular purchase that will bring joy to your life. Bold design defines the horizontal setting of this velvety baguette-cut sapphire necklace set with a delicate round diamond in 14k white gold.
We love what this delicate piece does to elevate fashion. Petite in placement on your neck it still delivers a powerful punch of sweet color. The design is sophisticated and at the same time modern in concept. Wear this grand selection to a gala in New York City, for example, and you never know whose eye it will catch.  Wearing Blue Nile with Actor Dan Levy at New York City Gala In fact, everything about Blue is something as a fashion lover to a purchaser that you want to see. They also proudly offer handcrafted engagement rings that are made and quadruple-checked. Our diamond and jewelry experts ensure the quality of Blue Nile diamonds and jewelry before they ship, so you can feel confident that every piece meets our industry-leading standards. Blue Nile only purchase ethically-sourced diamonds through the largest and most respected suppliers who adhere to and enforce the standards established by the Kimberley Process. We offer over 150,000 loose high-quality diamonds, and no matter the size, all are colorless to faintly colored (D-K color grade) with exceptional clarity (FL-SI2).
They are honored to have earned the trust of hundreds of thousands of happy couples and over 2,000,000 customers (and growing) who chose Blue Nile to celebrate their engagements, once-in-a lifetime occasions, milestone moments and personal achievements with close to 5,000,000 unique pieces of jewelry. And, we stand behind our products with industry-leading Diamond Certification, secure delivery, 30-day returns, and lifetime guarantees. Make your dreams come true today with the magical wonder of Blue Nile.
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Ah, the holidays, a time for eating, drinking, and being merry.
Of course, with all that merriment comes a very serious question: What does one wear to be warm, stylish, and most of all, comfy? Thankfully, Australian workout wear brand Cleo Harper makes it easy to run errands, squeeze in a workout, and celebrate the holidays to our hearts’ content (hello, stretchy pants!). The fashion-forward styles feature asymmetrical details, luxe embellishments, and barely-there seams to make for a jaw-dropping outfit.
Take the Forte Leggings in a stunning emerald green shade, for example. Sure, we could easily run a few miles in them (OK, so not so easily) and at the same time look like we’ve just left a glam squad. The leggings have a convenient side pocket and a flattering high-waisted fit, made from Cleo Harper’s signature Body Base fabric. The durable leggings have a compression feel and a stay-dry nature that stops sweat. No wonder the Forte Leggings are a signature Cleo Harper bestseller.
The latest Electric Field exclusive limited collection also includes the form-fitting Vashti Bralet in a new neon pink. Made from a breathable fabric, the sports bra gets an upgrade thanks to flashy gold buckle details. The small mesh cutout also has a wink to every woman’s inherent sexiness.
The Cleo Edit also makes for the perfect starter kit at just $119 to sample three pieces.
The Knockturnal sat down with Cleo Harper brand manager Courtney Hogan-Catley to discuss how the brand came to be.
The Knockturnal: What differentiates Cleo Harper, in your eyes, from other workout and athleisure apparel brands?
Courtney Hogan-Catley: First and foremost, Cleo Harper was created to make women feel beautiful in their activewear – something that matches the style they bring in their daily wardrobes. Our fabrics are custom made for our brand and as soon as women receive their first Cleo Harper order they just get it at the first touch of our pieces. Each collection is limited edition so once it’s sold out it’s gone forever and all those who made their purchase can rest assured they have something exclusive from Cleo Harper.
The Knockturnal: Where do you find inspiration as a brand manager, and how do you craft new campaigns and styles?
Courtney Hogan-Catley: It’s all very much a team effort. Our Head Designer comes up with the concept for a new collection, drawing inspiration from everywhere! Places around the world are especially inspirational to the design team. The collection is then created based around key colours and signature styles, and is built out from there. Once the collection is complete, we make sure that we have something for everyone, and it goes from there.
The Knockturnal: Cleo Harper is on the cutting edge of price point and quality, as well as style. What are the long-term goals for the brand?
Courtney Hogan-Catley: We love that our customers come from all over the globe and how personal and close-by in proximity we feel to everyone, with our lightning-fast shipping & customer service. We are always focused on creating each collection more unique and diverse from the last and delivering products that our customer enjoys wearing to and from the gym daily. We get excited when ladies wear Cleo Harper with pride and tell all their friends about our brand.
The Knockturnal: How do you describe your customer?
Courtney Hogan-Catley: She is stylish, social and appreciates the finer things in life (without the designer price tag). She lives an active life that allows her to feel her best and give the best of herself to those around her. Once she finds Cleo Harper, she is a part of the #CleoFam and gets a thrill out of every collection we release.
The Knockturnal: This holiday season, what are some of your top picks from the collection?
Courtney Hogan-Catley: Our latest collection, Electric Field is one of my favorite collections to date. I love the bright colors, perfect coming into our Australian summer but also perfect to add a bit of brightness to our international customers #CleoWardrobes who are heading into winter. My current favourite outfit is either our Vista set which is a brand new colour for us – the set is the Zeppelin Bralet & Soul 3.0 Legging – the most comfortable set I own and feels amazing on. Another favourite for the whole #CleoTeam is the District Oversized Sweater in Oatmeal with the Spin Shorts in Pink. It’s an outfit that has been on repeat and is one that I would definitely gift – a classic & chic look to take you from a workout to a coffee date without missing a beat.
What’s next for Cleo Harper?
Courtney Hogan-Catley: We have a very exciting 2022 planned. As you will see in collections to come, there is no limit to our colour palette, designs, and extravagant campaigns. Please come along for the ride with us and make sure you try your first Cleo Harper pieces before the year is out!
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