Two years ago I wrote a post considering the possibility that Victoria Beckham’s label DVB Style could be one of the next major brands to come out of Britain. (Click here to read the post). I highlighted the fact that, a) Victoria would most likely show at one of the […]
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Top shopping discounts for the bargain hunters!
Can’t face shopping the sales in-store? I don’t blame you. I’m mentally preparing myself for a long shopping expedition today. There’s no better time like the present to be a consumer so I’m going to brave the crowds and treat myself to some bargains. If you’re opting to shop the […]
Read MoreWishing you all a Happy Holiday Season!
It’s Christmas morning here in the UK and I’m SO excited. Every year I pack up and head down to Colchester (about an hour outside of London) to spend time with my family. We take the festivities very seriously. The day starts off with a massive breakfast in the morning […]
Read MoreSparkle this Christmas with Mirabelle
It might be a bit late to add anything to your Christmas list now but if you fancy treating yourself to a little something special, jewellery label Mirabelle have launched a gorgeous collection of gold and silver plated rings, bracelets and necklaces which could add some festive sparkle to your […]
Read MoreParty Looks, Budget Vs Blowout: Face and body shimmer
Blowout – Ruby & Millie, face and body metal: Blend this liquid gloss over cheeks and decolletage, gives a subtle rose , copper sheen. £9.79 , available at
Read MoreParty Looks, Budget Vs Blowout: Lipgloss
Blowout – Geurlain, Kiss Kiss Gloss 803 Intriguing Butterfly: Gorgeous intense juicy colour. This violet hue is the gloss of the moment! £16, available at Debenhams
Read MoreRecessionista’s 12 days of Christmas!
If like us you’re on the hunt for last minute gifts then check out The Recessionista’s 12 days of Christmas The Body Shop. Just add the application and check the calendar everyday for some fabulous discounts and freebies. Today get up to 30% off The For Men Maca Root Energetic […]
Read MoreBreakfast with designer William Tempest…
Actress Emma Watson made the headlines last week. Why? Because of the gorgeous dress she wore to the L.A premiere of her new movie The Tales of Despereaux. And because she opted for an up-coming designer over the likes of Chanel or McQueen. The chosen one was of course designer […]
Read MoreFashion Fix: Gareth Pugh to design menswear
Gareth Pugh to launch menswear collection during Paris men’s fashion week [MFL FOR HIM] Essential beauty items for your party preparations! [Fabsugar UK]
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Read MoreGareth Pugh to launch menswear collection
It’s non-stop for Gareth Pugh. With the release of the Paris men’s fashion week schedule comes news that that the British designer will be branching out into menswear.
Read MoreAdidas Originals: Sixty and still going strong!
So apparently even our dear decadent Karl Lagerfeld has to downsize in these turbulent times. He’s cut back on staff and moved to a smaller abode in Paris. But don’t expect Lagerfeld to give up his hummers. There’s no way the Kaiser can “drive on the same level as others. […]
Read MoreStylish stocking fillers: elsiebelle.com
Whilst browsing the online high-street this week for last minute xmas pressies I came across elsiebelle.com – a virtual treasure trove of adorable affordable accessories, so good I thought it was only fair to share. There’s an endless choice of quirky pendants: Galloping zebras, Russian dolls and miniature harmonica’s adorn the […]
Read MoreTJ Maxx Holiday Season Giveaway: And the winner is…
The fun and games have to come to an end! Now whether you approached our recent TJ Maxx contest with an educated guess or engaged in a whimsical bout of eeny, meeny, miny, moe, we appreciate your input. Congratulations to our winner Rita M who correctly guesses that the outfit […]
Read MoreCharles Darwin Jewels
Alexander McQueen proclaimed Charles Darwin the inspiration of his S09 collection. Interpreted by McQueen via skeletal neck pieces; Darwin’s theory of evolution involving science and nature has become an evident trend amongst a trio of hip New York based jewellery designers who are making waves in fashion circles with their […]
Read MoreEssential items for your party preparations!
Sale alert: Up to 60% off Marc by Marc Jacobs Men
For some time, the Marc by Marc Jacobs man has always hung in the shadows of the line’s female aesthetic. But Mr. Jacobs restored accord with this season’s SS09 show. Casual cummerbunds removed from the formality of a tux plus a slew of reworked vintage-inspired trenches, hoodies, and slacks gave […]
Read MorePaul Smith’s credit crunch bag!
We know we probably shouldn’t poke fun at the credit crunch, but it seems us fashion lovers are in a delightfully ignorant little place called denial. I certainly am anyway. What’s this? We need to spend our way out of this financial crisis? Well OK then, if you insist.
Read MorePaint the town red this Christmas…
With all the Christmas parties ahead it’s time to ditch your trusty LBD and embrace the new ‘it’ colour, yes I’m talking red! Bold, sexy and conveniently festive red is a glamorous and stylish alternative for this season’s gatherings
Read MoreStay snug this Xmas with Electronic Sheep!
It was the delightfully surreal name that originally caught our eye but Irish knitwear label – Electronic Sheep’s A/W collection of woolly winter warmers certainly managed to maintain our attention. Scarves and hats in unique patterns complete with kitsch tassels and pompoms!
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Sarah: Student
Favorite Designer/Store: Topshop
A time and place for the Wellington boot
John Legend may have eschewed all levels of style etiquette by venturing out with a suit complete with Wellingtons, but please don’t let his missteps lead you to cast a finicky eye over the trend. Unfortunately Mr. Legend didn’t get the memo, but keeping one’s Wellingtons away from the red […]
Read MoreOur Gorgeous Gift Guide: For Dad, Brother or Boyfriend
Maca Root regime,£16, available at thebodyshop.co.uk: The Body Shop come up trumps again with this versatile men’s grooming set. The Maca regime includes a face scrub, face wash, face protector, and face shave relief.
Read MoreOur Gorgeous Gift Guide: For mum, sister or best friend!
Molton Brown bath & body set, £35 available at
Read MoreGilt.com: Up to 60% off Jill Stuart, Marc by Marc Jacobs Men and more!
Our friends over at Gilt.com have promised to keep us in the loop with details of their fabulous sales ahead of time, so naturally we’ll be keeping you in the know too! Top sales this week include up to 60% off Jill Stuart tomorrow, A.K.A and Marc by Marc Jacobs […]
Read MoreDon’t get a boob job, just buy a bra from La Senza and get 40% off!
A couple of weeks ago my days were filled with press appointments, one of them being for La Senza to view their collection for next season. Expect lots of cute PJ’s, sexy corsets, neon lingerie (I still can’t decided if I’m a fan), leopard prints (definitely not my taste) and […]
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Lucy: Student
Favorite Designer/Store: United colours of benetton
Label Alert: KIND Knitwear
You have to admire or at least be intrigued by a label that describes their latest collection as having: “Elements of the tragic-comic figure of the harlequin as seen through the gaze of Picasso. I first discovered KIND at a designer sample sale down Brick Lane in London and yes […]
Read MoreTricky trend! The cape coat
It might not be the easiest to wear, warmest or even most versatile item in any wardrobe, but the cape coat has proved to be a massive hit for winter 2008. Why? because they look so damn good. A good, warm coat is an integral part of our winter wardrobe, and if I had to splurge […]
Read MoreClothes Show Live: Celebrating 20 years in the fashion biz!
On Friday, for the first time, I ventured to Birmingham’s NEC to attend Clothes Show Live , “the world’s largest fashion and beauty event. I loved the Clothes Show growing up, and considering how much I idolised former presenter Caryn Franklin, I’m quite surprised that I’d never made it down […]
Read MoreCummberbunds for women. Wrong or so right?
They’re as common as Christmas lights this season but the jury is still out for me on whether cummerbunds for women are brilliant or just plain wrong. There’s beaded flapper-esque and circus style ones, silky ones, art deco ones and leather corset shaped ones in sweety colours. All very enticing […]
Read MoreFashion Forward winners announced!
The British Fashion Council has put its money where its mouth is by backing Christopher Kane, Marios Schwab and Erdem with its Fashion Forward sponsorship scheme for the second season in a row.
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Shelly and Dominic: Both Students
Shelly: Favorite Designer , Keren Millen
Dominic: Favorite Store , River Island
Madonna strikes a pose for Louis Vuitton!
Say what you will about Madonna, but if I’m this flexible at 50 I’ll be a very happy bunny indeed! The image above in which Madonna defies all our assumptions about age, and demonstrates the benefits of yoga and working out every day, is from the Louis Vuitton Spring 09 […]
Read MoreWin Free Tickets to New York Shop. Hurry! Giveaway Ends Tomorrow
To all our wonderful readers in N.Y we have an exclusive giveaway just for you. This Saturday (December 6th) from 11am , 7pm , New York Magazine are holding their fantastic shopping event, New York Shop. Held at the Altman Building, New York Shop is a fabulous bargain shopping event […]
Read MoreKim Kardashian gets a new look. Thoughts?
Sporting a new hair-do complete with bold bangs and a sleek finish, Kim Kardashian was surprisingly the epitome of chic at the Hearst Magazines/A Diamond is Forever’s Empowerment for Africa event on Monday Night. Courtesy of Joaquin Hortal of Rita Hazan Salon, Kim’s debut look was cut just one hour […]
Read MoreMadonna and her revolving heels
As soon as Victoria Beckham stepped out in those
Read MoreFashion GPS: Revolutionizing the sample system!
Ever wondered how the countless loans of designer clothes featured within fashion editorials make it back to the designer in one piece? Well, sometimes it never does. With this in mind computer programmer Edwin Mullon has created
Read MoreDistill Magazine: Fashionable Launch of it’s Second Issue
With journalist, author, commentator, presenter, professor and all-round fashion maverick, Colin McDowell, at the helm of this bi-monthly compilation of industry work, a party in favour of
Read MoreEpisode 13: “The Top Model That We Know She Is
Of the three girls IMG eyed for the entire Model.Live series, Cato emerged as the golden child, walking an amazing 37 shows across the entire show season. Campaign season is hardly a stumbling block for Cato as an opportunity to star in D&G’s cruise campaign comes knocking!
Read MoreHoliday Season Giveaway: $50 TJ Maxx Gift Certificate
Amid all the talks of off-price retailing, the lovely folks at TJ Maxx took some time out to entertain us with a game by the name of “Splurge or Steal” in which we had to guess which outfits were the most expensive (splurge) or budget friendly (steal). To put your […]
Read MoreStyle in the City: Give Yourself A Christmas Treat!
Wondering what to get your best friend for Christmas? Or just simply in need of a good excuse to pamper yourself, celebrity spot and swot up on the latest style tips from the most trusted insiders?
Read MoreAnna Wintour: Retirement and Takeover for US Vogue?
US Vogue editor Anna Wintour looks set to take a fall from a very big height if The Devil Wears Prada’s book predictions are anything to go by: and by the looks of things, they are.
Read MoreFashion Fix: Lagerfeld Pays Tribute to Coco Chanel
PopSugar] Alexander McQueen Skull Clutch [The Purse Blog] Peaches Geldof Made an Entire Magazine! [The Cut] Thierry Mugler to design for Beyonce [Elle UK] Alexa Chung for New Look? [Handbag]
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Karen: Sales Consultant
Favorite Designer: Vivienne Westwood
Catherine Weitzman jewellery: Made to be fallen in love with
Ever wanted to wear twigs for bracelets or to wear a cluster of autumn leaves around your neck? Not particularly? The thought hadn’t crossed my mind either until I saw the work of jewellery designer Catherine Weitzman.
Read MoreEpisode 12: Big Fish, Little Pond
Back from suspension (don’t quote me) after exhibiting some rather slipshod behaviour in London, Austria’s mother agent, Socrates McKinney, delivers a vindicating performance as he narrates much of the episode. Austria’s listless poise at much of her European castings have been a thing of debate and by discussing the dynamics […]
Read MoreMarc Jacobs bares (nearly) all for Harpers Bazaar
If we could have 5 personalities alive or dead round for dinner one of them would surely be Marc Jacobs. Doesn’t he seem like he’d be so much fun? Shot by Terry Richardson, this month, our favourite designer graces the cover of Harpers Bazaar, with nothing but a Louis Vuitton […]
Read MoreThe Fashion Confidential Four Day Sale Extravaganza!
Psst…our friends over at Fashion Confidential are hosting a fab 4 day designer accessories sample sale this week! Get up to 60% off top luxury brands including Balmain, Bottega Veneta, Burberry Prorsum, Fendi, Gucci, Lanvin, Marni, Michael Kors and lots more! The sale is by invitation only. Click here for […]
Read MorePartying in Style with Roisin Murphy
Hosted by two of the coolest cats in the styling business, Kabir and Leo Belicha, Roisin Murphy’s end of tour party boasted a celeb-packed guest list like no other.
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