Fiorentini and Baker Kids’ Footwear Collection

The Fiorentini and Baker brand is the creative collaboration of one of Bologna, Italy’s most highly regarded interior designer, Gianpaolo Fiorentini, and a shoe designer with one of London’s finest exports, Deborah Baker. The fusion of these diverse creative backgrounds has resulted in a range of classic timeless shoe designs for both men and women.



The philosophy of Fiorentini and Baker is simple: to create beautiful shoes. Using high class materials like supple leather, soft suede and original vintage fabrics, their designs reflect the graceful and undeniably romantic influences of cinematic legends such as Betty Davis and Julie Christie. Effortlessly wearable and exceptionally durable, these hand-crafted men’s and women’s shoes are created by artisans using traditional techniques that ensure these unique shoes grow old as gracefully as the stars that inspired them.



Fiorentini and Baker has become the go-to boot brand for tough-chic dressers in the know. And to celebrate the brand’s 10th anniversary, the footwear company is launching an adorable junior’s capsule collection.



The school age set will be able to add that signature F + B edge to their shoe closets thanks to a selection of five shrunken-down styles, which will retail for US$380 to US$500 a pair.



“Many of our clients wanted shoes for their children so we decided to make a range for kids in our classic styles,” Deborah Baker, the brand’s founder and designer said about the new footwear line. “We have a big Hollywood following, so my guess is that we may see some mini actors and actresses in them.”



With celebrity fans including Gwyneth Paltrow, Halle Berry, and Sandra Bullock, one would think that Fiorentini and Baker is clamoring to get Apple, Moses, Nahla, and Louis in its boots.



But Baker, who says her twenty something daughter steals her shoes, isn’t limiting herself to the brand’s starry clientele. “I’m more interested in seeing everyday people wearing my shoes regardless of status or generation,” she said. “The boots and shoes work for so many different styles and personalities.”



While the main collection is sold at Barneys, Bloomingdale’s, and other fashion boutiques worldwide, the kids’ collection will be available exclusively in Fiorentini and Baker’s New York flagship store beginning in October.

Velvet Clothing Fashion Pieces by Graham and Spencer

There’s nothing that women love more than an item of clothing that is both fashionable and comfortable. That is why a lot of women love Velvet clothing by Graham & Spencer. The line started with a very simple concept of t-shirt fabrics that could be fresh, flattering, and feminine all at the same time. The resulting creations were soft, sensual, and an immediate hit with the fashionistas. We think chic styles that are comfortable, wearable and anything but dowdy deserve a spot in your closet. The designers call their lines “trend-setting basics.”

Found in trendy, upscale boutique shops around the world, the Velvet clothing line has expanded to encompass a broader range of fashions, including the recent Velvet Men line. Velvet clothing is all manufactured in Los Angeles and can be found for sale on their website, as well as in major fashion capitals the world over.

Browsing through their collections on their website, you’ll find beautiful colors and sleek designs. There are very few prints in the Velvet clothing line; instead, the designers have focused more on texture and detail. The clothes have a casual elegance but are still quite feminine. Both the tops and the dresses can be dressed up or down, making their fashion pieces a versatile addition to your wardrobe. Our favorite tops are the Sallyanne and Moira styles—both look like they would be perfect for a quick day-to-night switch. We also love Keriam in the dress collection; it’s a great little black dress that we would love to add to our wardrobe.

The men’s collection is still small at the moment, with only five different shirt styles available for sale. However, we do like the clean, simple lines and crisp colors. They still look comfortable enough that even the less fashionable of our male counterparts would enjoy wearing them.

Velvet clothing by Graham and Spencer has again revived velvet trends into the fashion market by introducing not only new stylish clothes, but also accessories. They have released bags, belts, caps, leggings and vests that are so attractive to look at you won’t be able to take your eyes off them. They are a must-have in your wardrobe collection to get that retro-chic look. Velvet clothing by Graham and Spencer fashion pieces are not just limited to dull colors like those earthy shades of blacks and browns, instead, they have incorporated color schemes that are bright and lively. They can be easily matched with other pieces of clothing and accessories. They also have a good selection of footwear that can give a lavish touch to your attire.