How To Style: Wrap Dress Instructions NO.4

May 08 2012
This time it's the simple but elegant basic wrap.

HTNK OneDayShop - May 12th

May 01 2012
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It’s time again to cash in your holiday pay and head to ClubTrouw for a 1000 square meters shopping fest bustling with a wide variety of mens and womens designer labels, sneaker brands, jewellery, make-up, magazines and much more.

PARTICIPANTS
Join us for Anne de Grijff, a selection from stylist icon Maarten Spruyt’s archive, re-invented
workwear of R.I.M.A, a selection of the Magreeth Olsthoorn store, DEUS ex MACHINA, the sample collection of Aaiko loves MATTIJS, ‘Make-me-beautiful’ make-overs by ELLIS FAAS, pret-a-porter of Bas Kosters, Filling Pieces sneakers, the Green Paper Boys, a model casting by CODE magazine, DIED jewellery, Individuals, PUP Amsterdam, sophisticated menswear of Ehud Joseph and Sjaak Hullekes, Sofie#1234567, Marloes Blaas, luxury silk basics of Astrid Elisee, Gem Kingdom, Charlotte Kan, Sage & Ivy, a selection of the L’Etablissement webshop, Martine Viergever jewellery and our Belgian friends Swantje Langeheine, Titi and the German Kid, Marion Cointot, Black Balloon, Filles a Pappa and many more…...

INFO
What: HTNK OneDayShop
where: Trouw Amsterdam, Wibautstraat 127
When Saturday the 12th of May 2011 1-8 PM
Everyone’s welcome, free entrance & bring cash

Check the HTNK Facebook event page for regular updates:
www.facebook.com/THNKHTNK

How To Style: Wrap Dress Instructions NO.3

April 23 2012
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Another how to style video. This chic style is perfect for a night out wear it with or without a jacket but make sure you ad a pair of heels! Check out the Multi Wrap Dress in the webshop.


In-Fashion Utrecht

April 19 2012
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Need inspiration for weekend activities? Problem solved!
Head over to Utrecht this weekend  for a fashionable event revolving aroung the story behind fashion. Are you wondering what the story is behind my Multi Wrap Dress? All is revealed at the exhibition in Hotel Dom where my dress is exhibited alongside the work of several other Dutch designers. You'll find work by Marloes Blaas, Femke Agema, Daisy Kroon, Winde Rienstra and many more! Besides the exhibition there are films, lectures and workshop! Find the jam-packed programm on their website.

Charlotte Kan Dress Spotted On The Streets Of NY

April 16 2012
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Stylist Sanela Kaknjo in New York wearing the Charlotte Kan Stella dress! Spotted by Adam from http://21arrondissement.com/


How To Style: Wrap Dress Instructions No.1

March 30 2012
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By wrapping the straps around your waist this style accentuates the waist giving you a lovely hour glass shape.

How To Style: Wrap Dress Instructions NO.2

March 27 2012
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Another how to style video! Since Multi Wrap Dress is so versatile....you might need a little help to recreate the styles. Stay tuned there will be more videos.

In-Fashion Utrecht

March 19 2012
In-Fashion is a new fashion ievent in Utrecht. During the event there will be workshops, movies and an exhibition with the work from several Dutch fashion designers. The aim for the exhibition is to tell the story behind the designs.

You can support the project by donating here: In-Fashion

The Jumpsuit in MIMIK

March 16 2012
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Open publication - Free publishing - More mirjam tonnaer

photography
kietselaer & mirjam.tonnaer

styling
jord.weldam & ilona.van.nijburg

hair & make-up
angela.balradj

model
yoann @ Androgyn Models

http://www.mimikmagazine.com/index.html


How To Style: Wrap Dress Instructions

March 08 2012
As the multi wrap dress hits the web next week. I thought it would be nice to share a preview on how to wear. The dress can be styled in many different ways and you might need a bit of help and inspiration pick your favorite style.


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Fashion VIP Night @ Saint Germain Feb 29th

February 27 2012
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FASHION VIP EVENING | MEET & GREET CHARLOTTE KAN AT SAINT GERMAIN


23/02/12
Concept store SAINT GERMAIN proudly presents a Fashion VIP Evening !

You are welcome to come, meet and greet promising young artists, creatives, designers.

Fashion designer Charlotte Kan will present her Spring/Summer 2012
collection ‘Play & Pose’. You will get to share your thoughts on the
essential 5-pieces, take pictures and take part in the draw for a tote
bag give-away!

All that and more will be accompanied by the official sponsor: JILLZ

In addition, Saint Germain will offer you up to 50% off on their Autumn/ Winter 2011 collections :
ROPAROSA / MARLOES BLAAS / MARCHA HUSKES / MONDAY MARCH

And 15% off: FILLES A PAPA / AND BEYOND / NIKI MENS / LED OBJECT


The guestlist is limited, so be quick to RSVP on https://www.facebook.com/events/183468395089433/

We hope to see you there,

Sale Starts Today

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Q&A Play&Pose Blogger: Kim

January 27 2012
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Top five things about summer?

- Feeling the sun on your skin
- Being able to wear shorts every single day
- Wearing the Charlotte Kan Multi Wrap Dress to a hot cocktail party
- Spending time on the beach with people I love
- Fresh fruit

Shoes, bags or jewels?
In the summer I'm a jewel addict.. I love to wear bohemian, feather and gold jewelry on a hot day.

What have been the highlights of your blogging career so far?
I have done many fun things like fashion week, Play&Pose, interesting internships and events But most important.. I just love to entertain en inspire my readers. And when my readers are happy it feels like a highlight to me.

What is the hardest look to pull off?
Wearing a jumpsuit. I'm in love with jumpsuits but with my hight (I'm only 65 inch) and curved shapes it's not always easy to find the perfect jumpsuit.

My favourite piece from Charlottes' essential 5 for summer is...
The Halterpants.


Exacto Knives, Acrylic Glass and a Pine Plank

January 26 2012

Q&A Play&Pose Blogger: Charlotte

January 26 2012
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Top five things about summer?
- the beach
- weather
- going outside bare-legged
- holidays
- cocktails 

Shoes, bags or jewels?
Shoes!

What have been the highlights of your blogging career so far?
Attending cool events, the Play&Pose project as a highlight.

What is the hardest look to pull off?
Looking effort-less while having put a lot of actual effort into the outfit.

My favourite piece from Charlottes' essential 5 for summer is...
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Shirt Skirt By Savi Kuruppu

January 26 2012
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Savi Kuruppu, PR & Brand Manager

Top second hand from Melbourne, Australia.
Shirt, Skirt worn with tie at front, Charlotte Kan
Shoes: Dries Van Noten, Antwerp, Belgium
Watch: Cartier. A gift from my parents for my 25th birthday.
Bag: Second hand from Melbourne, Australia
Chanel colour #473, the perfect red polish. Kiehl’s roll on perfume. Plastic bow tie ring in nude.
A good secondhand book.

Wrap Dress By Lizzy Peters, Publicist

January 25 2012
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Outfit styled by Lizzy Peters, Publicist

Items:
Charlotte Kan - Wrap Dress

Blazer - ASOSBrooches - Collected them on various travels

Watch - Bought it somewhere in NYC for 15 dollars

Bracelets - Collected on various travels

Over-knee boots - Stella McCartney

Essential 5 for SS2012: Rever-T

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Essential 5 for SS2012: Halterpants

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Meet Saint Germain

January 23 2012
We can't wait till the launch of the 'Charlotte Kan Pop-Up-Shop' at the
new 'Saint Germain' store in Amsterdam. We catch up with Rory and Iris
the founders of Saint Germain to learn more about their creative retail
venture in the Red Light District and their plans for the future.


Saint Germain is an exciting concept, how did it all come together?

Saint Germain is inspired by the style and flair of Saint Germain des Pres in
Paris: the people, the culture, the food, the architecture, the small
cafes, the jazz, the opera and the fact that people do as they please
and nobody tells them what to do. Basically the idea for Saint Germain
was born there when my boyfriend took me for our first (of the many)
Paris trip(s). :)

Inspired by this way of living, I felt the need to challenge traditions and
habits and push them forward to new ways and times. At Saint Germain, as
a boutique and a creative agency we strive for a balance between old
craft and modern design.

What kind of customer do feel will pass through the doors at Saint Germain?

Saint Germain is passionate when it comes to craftsmanship, whether this be
clothing, art or concepts. We appreciate products that are not only
valued on status but also where effort and thought was put into their
development. Saint Germain sources designers who are not mainly
motivated by their commercial success, but who want to improve
themselves by achieving recognition for their work. Thus, Saint Germain
only presents the finest avant-garde and artisanal collections. In line
with this vision, we focus on a like-minded customer. One who recognizes
quality and appreciates the love that the designer has put into to his /
her work.

I love your location, the Red Light District of Amsterdam, is this a perfect fit for Saint Germain?

The Red Light district is a challenging, distinctive area. When we moved to
our new home, we were well aware that our potential customers would not
‘just bump into’ our boutique. However, we believe that this part of
Amsterdam has much to offer. It has something special to be located in
this area. The Red Light District will give our store an edgy touch,
something tough and unique. Not to mention our ‘designer-neighbors’ like
And Beyond, Mada van Gaans etc. who are part of the Redlight Fashion
District. So we are very excited and determined to contribute to this
district with our conceptboutique and agency.

Furthermore, our potential costumer is not the type that ‘just buys’. Our target
group is always on the look for something special, something unique and
recognizes high quality. And if they are on the run for it, we make sure
that they’ll know where to find us.

Can you tell us a bit more about the Creative Agency?

Saint Germain is ambitious to recognize talent and push artists &
creatives to pursue their professional career. In our gallery, emerging
designers and artists get the chance to display their individual works.
Our goal is to launch them in a unique way, giving them the right
exposure by using our in-house marketing, pr and production skills. In
the simplest of putting it we think, create, connect and launch in order
to offer ‘a wardrobe’ that fits perfectly. Whether that is redesigning a
brand’s identity or creating it from the ground up, our approach is the
same: create (visually) engaging solutions & events that will bring
forward a fresh, aesthetic and memorable experience.


And the Creative Collective?

We are committed to bringing a fresh (retail) concept in the city. We work
closely with other creatives and artists to develop projects that
appeal to our like-minded friends and clients. In our work we wish to
close the gap between fashion, art and commerce by creating a synergy
between different working fields and visions, resulting in a unique
service or product.


Who are the people behind Saint Germain? What is your background?

The Creative Collective currently exists of 4 people but slowly expanding
based on project and client needs. As the initiator of Saint Germain, I
come from the fashion and PR corner and as such I’ve taken on the
challenge to carry out the vision and mission - the soul of Saint
Germain. Together with a strong team of individuals with each their own
expertise in the fashion and art industry, we want to produce as many
inspiring and fun projects, products and services, based on the needs of
our customers and market demand.


How do you select the designers and artists? Is there a common ground in style?


I do not think that there’s a common background in style but I do search
for timeless beauty in each piece. At Saint Germain we believe in
artwork that is not necessarily widely accepted but has endless beauty.
Not only style but also choice of materials, work ethic and authenticity
is what we keep in mind when selecting designers or artists.


Let's say the Mayans were wrong; Saint Germain in 2017?

I hope to have built a value driven company. Trusted by our customers and clients in terms of originality, quality and service. As a Creative Agency with memorable events and partnerships: a strong,
high quality portfolio we can be proud of. As a store: to have become
more than a boutique; a style, a brand perhaps.


Saint Germain will open it’s doors for the first time on Friday 27th, 2012.

OPENING HOURS

Monday, Wednesday and Friday 11.00 – 18.00 hrs

Thursday 11.00 – 21.00 hrs

Saturday 10.00 – 17.30 hrs

Sunday 12.00 – 17.00 hrs


SAINT GERMAIN

Oudezijds Armsteeg 28

1012 GP Amsterdam

info@lovesaintgermain.com

www.lovesaintgermain.com

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