Verve

I've met Andre Carlssen, the guy behind Verve, quite regularly. Even though I wouldn'tgo as far as to say that we are friends (got invited to his birthday party last year though), he is always really friendly and he is just a nice guy. Nice to find out that he also is a good designer, and has a website that seems to do quite well: www.vervetops.co.uk . Good stuff, down to earth but with an eye for details (see the shirt in the second picture - the guy wearing it is Andre himself btw), and his stripey pantsare just too cute to be left on the shelf :) Bright, strong colors.. like it!

Yemi Osunkoya

I've known Yemi for a couple of years now, and I'd like you guys to have a look at his site. I am not too much into bridal wear, but if I had to choose a dress for someone I would definitely take his advise. He manages to build very elegant, contemporary silhouettes with a definite hint of his Nigerian background present. Not your average lace-and-bow meringue-style bridal gowns, but creations that ooze personality and just look amazing. Have a look at the site, the best pictures are definitely on there.

http://www.kosibah.co.uk/

Camouflage costumes

Simply amazing. The work of artist Desirée Palmen, these are costumes designed to blend in with their environment. I don't know whether has any digital work has been done to it, but it looks great.

http://www.desireepalmen.nl/images.php