London - June 20, 2007

Wrap Stars

Hargreaves-Gervis Lunghis

Posh does it, Paris does it and every single one of those housemates is dreaming of it.

Some people yearn to see their life in print.

For those who prefer to see a print in life, there are British label Hargreaves-Gervis’s colourful printed notebooks.

Designed by Alison Hargreaves and Heti Gervis, the limited-edition books are made by local Indian craftspeople out of recycled vintage wallpaper sourced from around the world, some dating back to the 1930s. Block-printed silk bedspreads and cushions are also on offer.

Their latest invention is the lunghi beach set, a sarong-cum-towel-cum-cover-up with matching bikini bottoms. The simple length of checked fabric is best wrapped around the body like a strapless sundress; your boobs simply hang loose and enjoy some much-needed freedom underneath.

It’s an authentic fashion statement that’s bound to get people talking.

Whether you want them to or not.

To see styles, go to hargreaves-gervis.com. Available by e-mail order at mail@hargreaves-gervis.com; lunghis also available at The Cross, 141 Portland Road, W11 4LR (020 7727 6760).