Stella McCartney, the highly acclaimed fashion designer/daughter of former Beatle, Sir Paul McCartney, has made a huge name for herself based on her own merit. Initially, critics were skeptical of her claim that "even if she hadn't been the daughter of one of the world's most famous musicians, she still would have been famous in her own right," but they have since put the kibosh on that skepticism. Stella has shown through with the shiniest of bright, runway lights - and has since received the nicknames "Unstoppable Stella" and "Stella Steel". The proud recipient of the "VH1/Vogue Designer of the Year Award" in 2000, this Lacto-Ovo Vegetarian and strong-standing member of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) refuses to use Fur, Wool, Silk or any animal-derived product in her designs. Fashion Paradise has put together a few nuggets from her gorgeous casual wear that focuses on the colors of two rich metals, Gold and Pewter, coming from a collection that is a veritable diamond mine of gems.
Well done, Stella!
--- Kimber Sommers





