Eye up

ALEXANDER McQueen knows what's what. Just in case that lucrative Givenchy contact doesn't last out the year, Britain's most high- profile designer is making sure his own label isn't missing out on any licensing deals.

McQueen Eyes, a unisex range of 20 eyewear styles all hard-edged, high-tech and sleek good looks - are already selling fast. Get on the waiting list for "panda-eye" style, 199 - it hits the shops in January. If you are the impatient type, McQueen's cool, gold-framed style, 175, pictured here on Sophie Dahl, is available at Harvey Nicks and David Clulow right now.

lMcQueen Eyes from Alexander McQueen Boutique, 47 Conduit Street, W1, Harvey Nichols and branches of David Clulow David Hayes

What to take to Aspen IF YOU thought that ski wear was all about lumpy salopettes and unsexy thermal tops, then think again.

Chanel's super-luxe take on off-piste style may not score high in the practicality stakes - the nipple-baring cashmere knits and fluffy marabou skirts might prove too much even at ultra-glam Aspen but wins hands down for style.

Forget snowboarding - the double "C" logo skis for around 250, chic "Chanel" emblazoned goggles, 135, and quilted white leather boots, 420, are set to make skiing this winter's most expensive sport.

* Skis from 250, helmet 60, goggles 135, gloves from 100, cashmere ruffle-neck sweater 360, marabou skirt 4,045, tights 50, quilted ski boots 420, all available from Chanel, 167-170 Sloane Street, SW1.

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