Heights of Fashion and Consumer Consciousness
Against the dramatic backdrop of the Great Wall of China, Karl Lagerfeld and Fendi orchestrated a show of opulence and grand scale on a catwalk 300 meters in length. A fusion of Lagerfeld’s womenswear collection with accessories by Fendi, the show was a couturier coup.
Among the fashionistas in attendance was actress Zhang Ziyi of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon fame. Pictured wearing a Lagerfeld couture creation, it is fabricated of fur. At a time when consumer social consciousness has reached new heights, Lagerfeld boldly substantiates his use of animal fur by pointing out that other companies have, and still do, use leather, and that to use one and espouse military opposition to the other animal product, is nothing short of hypocritical.
Consumer social consciousness has also given rise to concern about the use of conflict free diamonds in the manufacture of jewelry items. Conflict free, or cruelty free diamonds, are those which are not mined by warlords with the intent to control a country’s mineral wealth.
Regulations within the diamond industry are helping to certify the origin of product, which serves to satisfy jewelry merchants as they can then assuage the concern of the consumer.
If this is important to you, and so it should be – look for industry integrity when choosing to make a conflict free diamond purchase.
Notice Zhang’s earrings – the popular linear drop style is an absolute favorite among the fashion elite at the moment.
Here is an array of delightful dramatic dangles:
From left to right:
Two Tone Oval Diamond Drop Earrings are slimming in effect with the versatility of two precious metals.
White Gold Diamond Drop Earrings go to great lengths of luxe!
Peridot Drop Earrings feature the perennially popular peridot with the sparkle of dew drops.
Linear dangle earrings add a touch of drama to both day and evening wear!
October 23rd, 2007 at 9:11 pm
I’m surprised Jon hasn’t been by Samantha, especially because he’s always been so hot for Zhang Ziyi.
She just looks so gorgeous and just love the diamond drop earrings!
October 24th, 2007 at 9:44 am
Hi Sharon! I was wondering where Jon was, too — I put the Zhang Ziyi “bait” out and was sure he’d enjoy this one so much he’d buy a round of diamond drop earrings for All.
I’ve always thought she was stunning. I think she’s even more stunning when she wears less make-up. She has the natural beauty to get away with it. Must be nice! LOL
I’m loving those diamond drop earrings too. So much glam and sparkle and very festive!
Nice to see you!