Versace x H&M Fashion Show/After Party

by Karen Blanchard
9 November 2011
My pictures from last night.

Black with gold.  
Studded leather micro minis – classic Versace

Most models wore spike heeled ankle boots or stilettos with ankle socks. The occasional bright heel – the perfect colour pop.

Bright oriental floral print dresses were toughened with leggings

A great way to update a suit in bold colours and graphic print shirt. 
If wore the collection to the event I would wear this shirt and trouser set. 

Blogger Susie (Bubble) Lau snapping shots across from me

Donatella Versace gestured for everyone to head to the after party
Nicki Minaj opened the party
Prince performed around 10 songs 
Prince watched the fashion show with this guitarist (her Versace jacket is incredible)
After the concert party, the shopping begun at around 1am I might add.  Racks and racks of clothes just seen on the runway earlier that evening were now available to buy. The collection will be available in stores from November 19th.
Mens brogues in pink that I was THIS close to buying….
A part of the accessories area
The mens shirt with metal collar tips I bought after the show
Above are the pictures I took of the fashion show and the concert after party.  
I don’t want to repeat what has already been said regarding those in attendance but this collaboration really brought out what Versace is known for and the show brought out all the stars to see it including Jennifer Hudson,  Jessica Alba, Prince, Nicki Minaj and countless from the fashion industry including Alexander Wang and Anna Sui who I spotted at the cocktail reception before the fashion show.  
Much of the clothes in real life feel a lot better than we tend to think for collaborations of this sort. The leathers felt soft, the chain mail dresses have a good weight and softer fabrics on the flirty pleated skirts are fluid. Many left the night early morning with 5-10 shopping bags at a time.  I left with one graphic shirt to mix into my existing wardrobe in multiple ways (although I’m sort of wishing I got just one more piece).

Thank you H&M for the invitation to an incredible event.  My feet are still recovering.
My day leading up to the experience on video to follow very soon 😉
Category: collaboration

39 comments

  2. Steve Frous says:

    wow luckily you were invited and could take all those fantastic pictures <3

    xx Steve

  5. Vanessa says:

    Those pieces are amazing!! Too bad they will not be carried in the H&M stores in my area. ;{ But the event looks like it was insane and I can’t believe that Prince performed. Lucky gal!

  7. Anonymous says:

    amazing!!!

  8. Laura says:

    I envy your life an incredible amount, must have been an amazing evening! The photos of it all are great and hope your feet recover soon!

    http://www.wishiwore.blogspot.com/

  9. My Favorite Pieces says:

    Love the photos.My favorite piece the micro studded mini.so sexy!!

    xoxo

  10. Zweiteiler says:

    looks like an awesome show! Love the studded leather jacekt.

    crystal

  11. Kate says:

    Awesome photos and it must’ve been quite a night! Can’t wait to see the video.

    Kate

  12. Whitney Soup says:

    my mouth is dropped. you took amazing photos.

  13. Suzy says:

    Wow, those neon pink heel are amazing!

  14. Jasmine says:

    Love! Spotted you snapping pictures in a few photos on Refinery29.

  15. Kiki Rocks Kinks says:

    Lucky gal you! The dress in the third picture is KILLER although they are all amazing. Thanks for sharing!

  17. Jerrica says:

    Looked like a ton of fun, can’t wait to see the pieces up close.

    De,
    Fashion Nostalgia

  19. maphi says:

    woooow i cant wait till it hit the stores xoxo

  22. Lolitta says:

    You, ma’am are THEE BUSINESS (as the young folk say.) You are so very blessed to be able to be a part of all the functions that you have taken part in lately. You’ve come a long way and so has your blog. I simply adore you Karen. Keep doing what you do. I live my life vicariously through you so you mustn’t EVAH stop bloggin:)

  27. Ylenia says:

    what a great opportunity to go to such event. and also to listen to Prince! the event in the event!!!!
    nice pictures 🙂

    Love, Ylenia | Longuette

  28. thenauticalwheeler says:

    Can’t wait for 11/19! Love the studded dress. Looks like Versace really stayed true to their aesthetic even though it’s for H&M. ~jen

  30. Aimee says:

    Wow, jealous of your life right now! Looks like a ball. Glad you had fun!

  31. M.rolez says:

    Love your blog ! I saw the video on youtube and im in love with your style ! xoxo from spain sweetie
    im your new follower
    http://www.mrolez.com

  32. TeeM says:

    OH MY Freakin Bee-Jeezus! I can NOT wait to buy a couple of those dresses!

  34. The Key To Chic says:

    What an amazing and exhilarating experience, you’re so lucky! Enjoy your new purchases! Loved your energy and excitement in the video, and how cute is your car!

  35. Dodo says:

    Wow, like this it actually looks pretty good! That evening is just one big amazement!

  38. Karen says:

    Thx everyone and yes it was an exciting experience.

    Vanessa – I can’t believe it either re Prince. Ugh he’s gorgeous. no? ugh crapola. You need to get to an H&M that has em or get a friend to get you something!

    Samantha – thx I had my eye on it for weeks.

    thefashionguitar – I know what you mean but there’s been a lot of videos and coverage about it that does give a good feel of what it was like too : )

    Aimee – don’t be! it’s not like that most of the time trust me.

  39. Marissa says:

    those shoes should have been brought…they’re gorgeous!! can’t wait to see your take on the shirt :). prince will forever be amazing!!

    PinkPopMash

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