I want to share my styling expertise with our Swide readers. Is it lace? Is it lace print? Dolce&Gabbana’s new trick for SS12. For this season, Dolce&Gabbana’s lace print is a real winner. Choose the print in a charmeuse pencil skirt and an elastic and lace bodysuit for a feminine look. Continue reading “Trompe d’oile- lace print of Dolce&Gabbana” »
Dolce&Gabbana are launching an amazingly luxurious sunglass collection entirely gilded in 18K gold! The people in charge of the licensed portions of the Dolce&Gabbana family asked me to do some illustrations for the sunglasses. Here is what I came up with. It was important to have a clear visual aid to the men’s Gold Edition, as its rather special. It folds over in the middle and can be worn either attached to your belt or round the neck like a necklace. So I drew some illustrations which explain how the glasses work and the ways they can be worn once folded. I’m an ex fashion designer, and even though I’ve left that behind I still love to draw. It was a great experience and i love the idea that my illustrations are housed within the packaging of the sunglasses. Here’s a video of me drawing. Continue reading “Dolce&Gabbana Gold Edition Sunglasses” »
The Dolce&Gabbana Matt Silk Collection enjoyed VIP treatment when Swide, in collaboration with Italian video maker Luca Finotti wrote the story and shot a pretty special video with Bianca Balti. The Matt Silk Collection is inspired by the Fifities, the shape of the frame, colours and general feel of the glasses breath the breath of days gone by. Luca Finotti created, in collaboration with Swide a beautiful video which speaks volumes. As fashion editor Yuri Ahn I was called to do the styling of the video, and here is a sneak peak at how the day went. It was my first time working with Luca, he’s great, a real young genius full of talent. The location: Milano Studioin via Tortona. This is the moodboard for the video: Luca created a Fifties feel, with the vintage Bianchina and the typical foulard tied round the driver’s head. The idea was to create a video which remanded to the classic filmic traits of a fifties Italian comedy.
I share my styling expertise with our Swide readers. This week, the merits of the denim mini skirt are extolled. One of my favourite things for spring/summer is the mini denim skirt. Why not create an interesting match with a flamboyant shirt? Continue reading “Dolce&Gabbana Denim Mini – an ultra seasonal staple” »
Although I’m a fashion editor, I’m always seduced by beauty products- it’s a real passion of mine: perfumes, lotions and potions, I can never get enough. Here is a selection of my favourite products, which I use on an almost daily basis. I love Aleppo soap. It takes its name form the city of Aleppo in Syria, and its recipe is as old as the world (well not really, but you know what I mean). The process to make the soap is artesian, hand made and with the best raw materials. The attention and care that goes in the process make this is a one of a kind soap. The soap is free of additives and chemicals. At the base of soap are olive oil and laurel oil, which have both moisturizing and antibacterial qualities. I use it for the body and face. It’s a miracle! In Milan I get it from Naturasi. Continue reading “My favourite beauty treats” »
I’m quite health conscious, and I’m generally quite careful about what I eat and put into my body. The most important meal of the day for me is breakfast. I prepare a healthy home made smoothie with fresh fruit and vegetables. It’s the best way to get my five-a-day. Plus its low in calories and high in nutriments. The ingredients are: fresh sicilian oranges, blueberries, kiwis, carrots, strawberries, apples, tomatoes, ginger. I also put half a glass of orange juice and put everything in the mixer. This massive smoothie gives me the energy I need to tackle the day.
This week I’m exploring the casual sphere with a look centred on the very popular Dolce&Gabbana icon t shirts. Continue reading “Casual styling with Marlon Brando for Dolce&Gabbana” »
When I’m tanned I love to wear make up on my body, with a glittery effect. Today i’m gonna reveal some of my secrets on how to makeup your body for a perfect shimmering tan. I like to have fun in summer by playing on my tan! Continue reading “Tanning makeup tips- Golden Yuri!” »
I was approached by Coolshakerfor an interview for Absolut Vodka which features a cocktail made up by me. It was such a special day! For the shoot i chose to wear a crystal embellished bodysuit from the SS12 Dolce&Gabbana collection. Matteo Faranda allowed me to do the shoot at Gold the Dolce&Gabbana Restaurant and Bar, Gold- and he helped me create a cocktail for the interview! Continue reading “Have a taste of a cocktail called theStylistme” »
We had a drink at Bar Martini one night with some of the office crew. We were actually waiting for Bryan Boy to join us who was in Milan for a special project he did with us at Dolce&Gabbana (stay tuned to find out- i’m sworn to secrecy for the mo). In the end he didn’t turn up, so from quiet drinks it turned into a bit of a long night with the girls… and boy! Well, let me take this opportunity to introduce you to some of my colleagues: Fantastic @Alessia Bossi. Here is her blog ‘Loversevents‘ she organises events on the side. Continue reading “A drink after work with a difference at Dolce&Gabbana’s Bar Martini” »