Malta Fashion Awards- Crossing it with Gold- OOTD & FOTD

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Hey Guys!

So since I was well enough, I decided to attend the Malta Fashion Awards last Saturday!

I was able to meet my lovely Blogger friends and cheer on the Nominees including some of our very own bloggers. If you haven't checked out who won, visit our post here: http://www.allthingsfabulousblog.blogspot.com/2013/05/malta-fashion-awards-winners.html

I had all my outfits planned a week in advance, unfortunately we all know what went down, however I did end up wearing my favourite outfit of the lot!

I decided to go with my favourite statement pieces including some of my favourite make up products!

New Look Cross Body Suit

New Look Dip Hem Skirt

New Look Waist Belt 

New Look Leopard Shoes

Shana Beige Blazer

Accessorize Brown Bangles

Tally Weijl Gold Earrings

Jane Norman Gold Envelope Clutch

Face

essence Soul Sista Limited Edition Liquid Bronzer in Shake your Booty

Inglot YSM Foundation

e.l.f HD Powder

essence Soul Sista Bronzing Powder in Shake Your Booty
e.l.f Mist & Set

Eyes
Make Up Store Microshadow in Bronze
Make Up Store Microshadow in Choco D'or
Pupa Multiplay in Black
essence Super Fine Eyeliner
Jimont Eyebrow pencil in Brown No.1
e.l.f Flirty Eyelashes- Dramatic Lashes applied with Eylure lash glue

Lips
Make Up Store Lipsick in China Red

I also got my hair done at my fantastic hairdresser HBR Hairdressing, check her out on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hbr.hairdressing

I had the opportunity to watch the awards with my amazing blogger friends Kylie: http://passiontobeauty.blogspot.com/ and Sarah: http://sarina515.blogspot.com. We also met Marija: http://allthingslady.wordpress.com and Chanel & Phil: http://bontonfashionista.blogspot.com/:  at the After Party! Check us out!

With Marija- all things lady

With Chanel- Bon Ton Fashionista. Photo Credit- Bon Ton Fashionista

Until next time!

Martina XOXO

Malta Fashion Awards: Winners!!

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Hi Guys,

So on Saturday I attended the Malta Fashion Awards!

Check out footage of the night's winners via the following link! More videos coming soon!!

Malta Fashion Awards Winners!

Female Model Award

Gaby Curmi

Female Photo Model Award

Valentina Rossi

Male Model Award

Robert Galea

Male Photo Model Award

Karl Bonnici

Fashion Photographer Award

Bernard Polidano

Nail Technician Award

Barbara Buttigieg

Make Up Artist Award

Mateja Camilleri

Fashion Stylist Award

Caroline Paris

Hairstylist Award

Annalise Azzopardi

Special Award- Outstanding Contribution

Steve Vella

Special Award- Outstanding Contribution

Marisa Grima

New Designers' Award

Ritienne Zammit

Martina XOXO

Malta Fashion Week- Fersani Fashion Show

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If you have been following us on Facebook, you might have realised that we have been missing for a number of shows, this is because I was admitted to hospital due to abdominal pains. Thankfully I was sent home today so I couldn't miss out on today's show! Denise was also able to join me today!

The remote Maria Rose Wine Estate hosted the Fersani Fashion Show, an evening and bridal collection created by Marygrace Pisani using fabrics from Gaudi. The pieces were complemented by a number of pieces from Victor Azzopardi Jewellers. The event was planned out to the last detail, in fact, transport by John's Garage was provided for guests due to the distance from the parking to the show's location. Other sponsors included Baystreet Hotel, Digital Eye Photography and Hamilton Travel.

We were able to re-unite with some of our blogger friends at the show and we also managed to see the first lady of Malta herself, Mrs. Michelle Muscat, and her adorable twins Etoile and Soleil, seriously the cutest little girls ever! We spent the whole night commenting on how adorable they are and how they were entirely focused on the collection, two little fashionistas in the making!

The collection was inspired by nature, also focusing on the beauty of the Mediterranean Sea, in fact this was reflected in details such as the colour scheme consisting of cold, warm and neutral hues, floral details and flowing material were used for this collection. 

The Make Up, applied by Elaine Galea complimented the collection since a number of neutral tones off set by either a bright blue shadow or orange shadow in order to integrate the warm and cold hues of the collection. Hair, styled by Tony & Guy, complemented the elegance of the collection with a number of soft curled up dos or high buns.

We noted how influential nature was to this collection. Many of the pieces included some kind of floral and leaf details beautifully handcrafted on the pieces, some of which were embellished such as the black with silver floral embellishments dress shown below which also had the floral detail on the collar which really stood out and added a feminine playful side to the dress.

Another nature element which was also prominent were the animal inspired pieces such as a leopard pencil skirt and a parrot dress.

Since water was an element which was quite prominent in this collection, some pieces also included actual water such as the sea inspired cape which included fin like material and water. Pieces from the sea were also present, such as in the finale dress with oyster shells.

Some pieces had an asian feel to them, we noted some slight chinese collars and silk materials which gave the piece that asian feel. One of our favourite pieces out of these asian-inspired pieces was an orange dip hem dramatic dress.

Lace also played a part in this collection. Our absolute favourite piece, hands down of the night, was a dip hem, black lace dress with a flowing floral lace train which screamed Hollywood Glamour from the moment it appeared on the runway.

There were also two dresses which were part of the bridal collection, also holding true to the nature theme of the whole collection. One dress had flower chiffon motifs  together with a matching hair piece and veil whilst the other dress was more dramatic, still with floral details however containing a dramatic high neck piece and ruffles.

Apart from the clothes collection, hand crafted basket-style bags with floral and leaf details, paired up with some pieces to compliment the piece.

Although the collection was entirely evening wear, the designer was able to create unique pieces with a creative twist to your average evening gown!

I also would like to mention the fabulous shoes sponsored by Aldo, complimented the collection so effortlessly, I chose to show just one shoe since I do not want to take the focus off the collection, but aren't these heels to die for?

Stay tuned for more Malta Fashion Week posts (hopefully this time I will not be visiting the hospital anytime soon this week!)

Don't forget to visit our facebook page for more photos and updates during this last few shows! www.facebook.com/allthingsfabulousblog

Martina & Denise

Malta Fashion Week- Farage Bridal Show OOTD

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Hey Guys!

The first show from a series of shows is done! 

Today I will be sharing with you what I wore to the Farage Bridal Show!

Mustard Peter Pan Collar Skater Dress- Ms. Selfridge

Brown Blazer- Independent Store

Burgendy Pumps- New Look

Gold & Burgundy Feather earrings- New Look

Brown Clutch- Mango

I love these events since I get to meet some of my fellow bloggers for a whole week yay! Below you can see me with Kylie from Passion To Beauty: http://passiontobeauty.blogspot.com! 

A big thank you goes to Stefy: http://blog.stefypuglisevich.com for taking these pictures for me!

Martina XOXO

Malta Fashion Week- Farage Bridal Show

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A range of exclusive handmade couture Farage Paris, in collaboration with Wedding Bells Bridal Wear & Accessories, made every bride-to-be and past brides, travel to a fairytale land with their range of exquisite and glamorous gowns which looked like they were hand picked right out of our favourite fairy tale! Held at the equally dreamy Xara Lodge, the place was set up as a main runway and reception area, giving the guests a wedding feel, in fact, a beautiful cake was on display and food was being served, as though one attended a wedding reception.

Dress showcased at the Entrance hall

Runway

Lace, Chiffon, Crystals, Feathers and exquisite bodices, are some of words that sum up the gowns that graced the runway this evening, kicking off the first Runway Show at Malta Fashion Week.

Models sported make up by none other than Elaine Galea and romantic and beautifully styled hair by Marielle at Prive. In order to compliment their dresses, models held flowers by Alistair.

The details on each gown were glamourous and very bold. One could see a number of style of gowns from Ball Gowns to Fitted to Mermaid dresses made out of the finest fabrics and Swarovski Crystals.The dresses were not all the traditional white dress, however, models sported also a number of ivory and cream gowns.

Most of the dresses were made of either lace, chiffon or silk, however, I noticed that many of the silk dresses always included a chiffon over lay in order to add some drama to the dress.

The most noticeable detail which were noticed on these dresses were the fine bodices on these dresses. A number of see through bodices with a number of crystal, feather and lace designs were the talk of the show. Not only did the bodices have intricate details on the front, however, the details continued to the back of the bodice. Some dresses had a halter neck detail made of lace which also had a see through detail.

Embellished Crystal Bodice

See- Through Feather Detailed Bodice

Sleeves were also played up. One particular dress had hanging crystals on the sleeve whilst another dress had fine lace and crystals adding short sleeves to the dress. Some dresses also had one shoulder details such as feather, crystal, lace and chiffon details.

Feather One- Sleeve Detail

Lace and Chiffon One Shoulder detail

One Shoulder Lace and Feather Detail

Hanging Crystal Sleeve

Long Lace Sleeve

Some small details which added an element of femininity to the dresses, were the bow details on some of the front and back of the dresses, whilst others had flower details on parts of the dress whilst others had a lace floral material.

Floral Lace details

Floral and Feather details

Bow Detail

The dresses were not the only talk of the show, the veils and head pieces were just as elegant as the dresses. Long veils with lace details which seemed to go on and dramatic veils complimented the dresses, whilst other dresses had feather details and dainty crystals in the model's hair.

Dramatic Veil- Front

Dramatic Veil- Back

Long Veil

Headpiece

For more pictures, head to our facebook page www.facebook.com/allthingsfabulousblog!

Martina XOXO

Malta Fashion Week- Mangano Party OOTD+ FOTD

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Hi Guys,

So I'm currently listening to Bruno Mars' Marry You in preparation for the Bridal Show tonight!

I thought I'll share a quick OOTD+ FOTD with you! Yesterday I went to the Photo Exhibition at Valletta, check out my post here: http://allthingsfabulousblog.blogspot.com/2013/05/malta-fashion-week-launch-party.html

After I headed to Mangano with my boyfriend and some friends, including my friend Kevin who will be at MFW as a photographer, here are some photos from the night!

Kevin and Fran at the Party

Catalogue @ Mangano

So onto my OOTD/ FOTD. Yesterday I wore something out of my comfort zone, I don't usually wear shorts so I gave it a go and mixed two bold colours together!

Thank you to Kevin who took my photos! 

OOTD

Black tank top (with mesh back)- New Look

High Waisted Shorts- New Look

Fuchsia Blazer- New Look

Blue Suede Shoes- Aldo

Blue Suede Clutch- New Look

Chain Necklace- Yana's Jewellery

Black Studs- Tally Weijl

FOTD

Face

Wjcon Corrective Primer

Inglot YSM Foundation in 49

Make Up Store Concealer in Blue

e.l.f HD Powder

essence Soul Sista Limited edition Bronzer

Make Up Store Blush in Fresh Rose

Make Up Store High Tech Lighter in Full Moon

e.l.f Mist and Set

Eyes 

essence I <3 Stage Primer

Catrice Absolute Eye Colour Mono in Bring Me Frosted Cake

Catrice Gel Eyeliner Cruise Couture Collection in Nautica

Catrice Absolute Eye Colour Mono in Saw it on Blue Tube

Catrice Mini Max Mascara

Pupa Vamp Mascara in 300

Pupa Multiplay Kohl Pencil in 09

Make Up Store High Tech Lighter in Full Moon

Jimont Brown No.1 Pencil

Lips

Mix between Maxfactor lipstick in 660 Secret Cerise and NYX 627 Fusion

I'm off to see some lavish Brides!

Martina XOXO

Malta Fashion Week- Launch Party & Photography Exhibition!

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Hi Guys!

Another year, another exciting Fashion Week!

This year we are geared up to see some returning fashion events plus new shows! Check out the events calendar below and book your invites now to the shows you wish to attend!

On Thursday, we were invited to the Launch party held at Medasia Fusion Lounge were I met a number of fellow bloggers, models, photographers, make up artists and distinguished media guests!

I also had the opportunity to film Stefy during her interviews for Eva Garden, check out her vlog here: http://blog.stefypuglisevich.com/2013/05/youtube-beauty-blogger-for-eva-garden.html

Check out a few pictures from the event below.

Stefy, Lisa, Sarah (from Sarina 515) and myself. (Photo Credit: The Fotologist)

Stefy, Lisa, Sarah (from Sarina 515) and myself. (Photo Credit: The Fotologist)

Filming Stefy. (Photo Credit: David Degabriele)

Yesterday, Saturday 4th May, marked the start of Malta Fashion Week with the lighting up of the Photography Exhibition displays located at Pjazza San Gorg, Valletta sponsored by Logografix.

24 photographers are displaying their work on large posters, backlit on large cubes, showcasing some of their best work and you will also see some shoots of some familiar international faces including Nicole Kidman and Janet Jackson. This photographic exhibition will remain open all day, every day till Thursday 9th May.

You can view work from a number of Maltese and International Photographers namely:

Maltese Photographers

• Noella Agius
• Dennis Calleja
• Karl Cutajar
• Alan J. Darmanin
• Keith Darmanin
• James Galea
• Sean Mallia
• Steven Muliett
• Tonio Lombardi
• Valentina Lupo
• Kurt Paris
• Bernard Polidano
• Jacob Sammut Carabez
• Benjamin Sant
• Clint Scerri Harkins
• Steven Vella

International Photographers

• Doru Amariucai (UK)
• Alan Gelati (UK)
• Yves Lavallette (FRANCE)
• David Leslie Anthony (USA)
• Anna Osk Erlingsdottir (SWEDEN)
• Federico Peltretti (ITALY)
• Salvador Pozo (THE NETHERLANDS)
• Gabriele Rigon (ITALY

I highly encourage you to visit this fantastic exhibition, not only can you show support to our local talent but you will be able to appreciate the work and dedication that goes into these shoots! 

Check out a few photos from the exhibition below! Thank you to Sean Mallia for providing a few photos for this post, check out his work here: https://www.facebook.com/seanmalliaphotography?fref=ts

Photo Credit: Sean Mallia Photography

Photo Credit: Sean Mallia Photography

Photo Credit: Sean Mallia Photography

Photo Credit: Sean Mallia Photography

This week all things fabulous will be all about Malta Fashion Week so tune in every day for our cover of all the shows happening this week!

Martina XOXO