Berlin Fashion Week Reviewed

While many of us have been trying to stay cozy in our winter wear, international fashion-forward trend-setters spent the past week studying up on the latest fashion trends at Berlin’s fashion week!  So channel your inner Heidi Klum and get ready to hit the project runway because I’m going to tell you which designs made the headlines.

The best thing about Berlin’s Fashion week is that it is an opportunity for up and coming designers to spotlight their latest creations – this is a great ticket to those of you who like to be ahead of the trends.  The show opened with Austrian designer, Lena Hoschek, who is known for her approachable and affordable designs.  Hoschek’s designs mirror vintage looks from the 40s and 50s.  Her dresses are the perfect for Lana Del Rey-loving hipster gals and as well as trendy baby girls on the scene who are simply looking for a simple day-look. Read more

Zebra print with pink lining

Interview with Contessa’s Court fashion designer Wanda Julian

One of the things Stylecheckup.com loves is new and upcoming fashion designers. Becoming a designer requires a lot of creativity, persistence, and hard work. Even the best designers find it difficult to get the exposure they need to get their fashion line off the ground. Whenever we meet a talented designer, we try to get to know them, find out what inspires them, and showcase their designs to our audience.

We took an interest in Wanda Julian’s design line, “Contessa’s Court”. She primarily designs  purses and handbags but has begun designing scarves and will soon we adding jewelry to her line. We recently spoke with Wanda to find out a little more about her fashion line and the inspirations she uses as a fashion designer to create the beautiful pieces in Contessa’s Court.

Stylecheckup(SC): When did you start designing purses? Do you design other things? Read more

These Boots Were Made for Walking!

Even though the holidays are behind us, let’s not kid ourselves: it’s only gonna get colder from here on out.  During the winter months, it can be tempting to wrap yourself in fuzzy sweaters and stretch pants that’ll help hide your mother’s traditional figgy pudding, but every fashionista should know better.  Although it may be too chilly out to show off your figure, any pair of thigh-high boots will sass up your look and add a little sexy to your winter step.  Thigh-high boots have dominated the fashion runways this year, and for those of you who can’t yet afford those Chanel must-haves, I’m going to tell you where you can find the best boots for your budget! Read more