Based in both London and Cape Town, model Tosin Akeredolu has been on our radar for a while. With a gazelle like figure, it’s no surprise that her modelling c.v includes stints at Vivienne Westwood and Agent Provocateur. Frustrated by the under-representation of Black and ethnic models in the UK, the 6ft beauty bravely relocated to Cape Town where she’s been inundated...

Nasty Gal Vintage was always my vintage go-to on eBay when I wanted something original, on-trend, and in great condition. Selling only the very best vintage wares, they got it right every time. So imagine my dismay when I logged on one day to discover Nasty Gal Vintage was no longer….on eBay. Yes, fear not my friends, NGV have simply relocated to a bigger, better platform...

Who: French label Manoush, launched in 2004 and quickly transcended their Parisian roots opening outlets in New York, LA and London soon after. Winning the affections of those looking for something ‘a little different’ Manoush designs are indebted to the philosophy that fashion should be about being an individual, not about following trends. As if straight out of...

Ok, so maybe it’s a little early to be wrapping up for winter but if this so-called summer is anything to go by you’ll be reaching for those cosy knits before you know it. With this in mind, behold up-and-coming label; http://www.cooperative-designs.com who seem to strike that oh so elusive balance between great fun and cosy comfort, breathing new life into those...

Who: Everyone likes to have that one designer, band or movie that for a while at least seems like their own well kept secret, their own little discovery, an unearthed treasure only recognised by them. Furthermore it is always a little bit disappointing when it turns out that in fact the whole country are thinking the same thing (think Arctic Monkeys before myspace).Young...

Despite Launching in 2005, Angel Jackson has really come into its own this year with distinctive designs attracting a considerable amount of attention from the fashion press. You may well recognise their now almost iconic gold plated jaguar belt, famously pictured worn by various members of Girls Aloud. There is however much more to this designer than cinching the teeny...

A women’s wardrobe is unflinchingly temperamental. The emergency outfit bought for that perfect evening out last September, which at the time promised to be the future epicenter of what you wore henceforth, is now a disastrous mistake and an affront to the latest purchase. This is why clothing that whispers rather than shouts is always a good idea.

As one of the recipients of this years New Gen awards for up and coming designers

Malawi-born designer, Louis Mariette, might not be a name that’s familiar to you at the moment, but as soon as you catch a glimpse of his magnificent work featured in a new fantasy photo shoot called ‘The Shape of Things To Come’, you will want one of his stunning creations for your own.

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