the 25th January 2012, Karl Lagerfeld has come up with yet another luxurious collection, but this time accessible and affordable to all, and under the name of « KARL ». A visionary, with a unique instinct that allows him to anticipate trends and desires, Karl Lagerfeld launches the first collection for Spring Summer 2012. Calling it his first « masstige » collection, a combination of the words « mass market » and « prestige ». KARL’s general vision can be summed up in three words: ironiK, artistiK, aKcessible. Dedicated to women (men’s will be launched for Autumn Winter 2012/2013), the first KARL collection

features a complete and urban wardrobe for day and evening, as well as a line of accessories.

seem to be on the same wave length! Take a look for yourself…

the clutch go directly to OrphanAid Africa, a non profit charity that supports orphans and vulnerable children in Ghana. It boasts the phrase « kindness

is always fashionable », and the bag is true to its word. Rachel Roy, the designer, explains « The spirit of the children I met while in Ghana at OrphanAid Africa made it impossible to not do what I can to help improve their quality of life. This clutch is part of my ongoing commitment to them ». Seen already on the arms of Margherita Missoni, and top editor Franca Sozzani, the chic clutch has a bohemian vibe and colourful palette. And retails at only $49 on http://www.rachelroy.com.

malletier Louis Vuitton are planning to open a new store in the exclusive Place Vendôme, Paris, in the spring, along with a studio annex for jewelry in the same building. Vuitton will join the few elite top jewelry brands who already have their own atelier in the Place Vendôme. They are also preparing the launch of a new perfume later on in the spring. Yves Carcelle, the PDG of Vuitton, announced his plans earlier this week at the inauguration of the latest Vuitton boutique to be opened in Rome, « Maison Rome Etoile ».