February... truly the month of love

Long-time admirers of the sophisticated and innovative creations of London fashion designer Alise Trautmane know that her NARCISS (http://www.shopnarciss.com) fashion label is one of the best ones to which to look for the finest outfit for a date or head-turning night with friends.

St. Valentine's Day may have now passed, but that doesn't mean that enthusiasts of "humble luxury" should cease to update their wardrobes with examples of the timeless fashion that the luxury fashion boutique espouses. From dresses and skirts to tops and trousers and clutch bags, NARCISS fashions far transcend the trend du jour - as is appropriate, given the evergreen nature of love itself.

With its emphasis on women being more self-confident and falling in love with themselves in a rather healthier way than was the case with the handsome young man, Narcissus, of the Ancient Greek myth, NARCISS is about a love that goes far beyond 14th February. Love may die, but it is also continually revived and flourishes, much like the mystical tree of Baltic folklore, Austra's Tree (Tree of the Dawn), that inspired much of NARCISS' Spring/Summer 2013 Collection.

It was as part of the run-up to St. Valentine's Day that NARCISS asked the style star and fashion blogger behind The Fashion Slogger, Deniss Schevelove, for his own recommendations of the most romantic garments from the Spring/Summer 2013 Collection. His suggestions included the Vera Dress, which is full pleated and takes pride of place in NARCISS' wider range of silk dresses. It is a fine complement to the similarly-styled Austra Jacket and Austra Skirt.

Coming second on Schevelove's list was the Nora Silk Blouse, now available from the online fashion boutique for a mere £314, followed by the Madara Jacket, a beautifully embroidered fuchsia jacket that can be bought for £406. Ranking fourth was the perfect chic accessory for svelte fashionistas, the Carmena Tote - a hand-embellished leather tote. While it is 100% leather on the outside, it is 100% silk on the inside and is on sale for £397.

NARCISS (http://www.shopnarciss.com) fashions like these continue to do the rounds in the major publications, flaunting just what is possible for fashion-seekers on the lookout for designer skirts and similar garments that keep the romance going long after those last flirtations on the evening of 14th February.

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