Hilary Alexander

How to buy lingerie for your partner this Christmas

Buying lingerie is a battle that some men never win. They may love it, but most are hopeless at buying it, falling into the trap of choosing items that tickle their tastes. Elle Macpherson, who has built her lingerie label into...

Comme des Garçons for H&M

Alex and I were at the Regent Street branch of H&M early yesterday morning when the doors opened for the launch of their Comme des Garçons range. The Swedish retailer has partnered with numerous designers over the past 4 years,...

Sales of 'invisible knickers' soar as women seek to solve panty line problems

A new range of underwear that could bring an end to one of a woman's most embarrassing party dress moments has broken sales records. "Spending a lot of money on a beautiful designer dress, only to have everyone paying more...

Blame It on Rio

Christ the Redeemer, the 700-ton statue located high atop Corcovado mountain in Rio de Janeiro, is one of Brazil's most awe-inspiring landmarks, and the soapstone-and-concrete monument made rather an ironic backdrop for a wild...

A chance to nab some history

Hilary Alexander comments on the latest collection by Comme des Garçons to hit the high street chain H&M By Hilary Alexander, Fashion Director Model wears Shirt, _24.99; scarf, _34.99; shorts, _29.99; all Comme des Gar_ons for...

Jigsaw chic

Steven Meisel has created 1000 striking limited edition jigsaw puzzles adorned with model Meghan Collison By Hilary Alexander, Fashion Director If you have £485 burning a hole in your pocket – and sufficient time on your hands...

Blue blooded perfume

Boudicca's new perfume, Wode, paints a blue blooded effect with a sensuous smell By Hilary Alexander, Fashion Director At first glance the advertising shot looks like a particularly gruesome crime-scene: a beautiful blonde – a...

Westfield: the wonderland of fashion

Westfield has listened to the public, creating an indoor space with outside amenities... By Hilary Alexander, Fashion Director Shoppers visit the newly opened Westfield shopping centre in London Photo: GETTY The first time I...

Art in action

Stella McCartney uses art to attract customers at her Bruton Street store in hope to auction off the designs for charity By Hilary Alexander, Fashion Director Paul McCartney attends the Stella McCartney fashion show during...

Deborah Kerr's Jewellery Goes Under the Gavel

Jewellery owned by the late Scottish-born, Hollywood actress will be sold at auction by Bonhams next month... By Hilary Alexander, Fashion Director Deborah Kerr shows off one of her many necklaces Photo: GETTY Jewellery owned...

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