Hold on to your scarves and mittens. Yes, it’s another designer sample sale and just in time for Christmas too. The London Accessory Sale take place conjointly at Chelsea Old Town Hall, London on December 18. Not that I’m suggesting this is a good opportunity to tick off some Christmas […]
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Feathers. A flight of fancy!
There are certain items, which are so girly, so feminine and impractical that you can’t help but love them. This is true of feathers, they are a frivolous embellishment, they have no purpose except to look superb. Whether you prefer marabou or ostrich or just generic feather, they always add […]
Read MoreAn affordable Mulberry Bayswater! I kid you not.
Do you remember the queues, the elbow barging, the foot stamping? Well last year we saw Gap launch a Mulberry Roxanne bag for World AIDS Day, and this year we are in training to grab a red jersey Mulberry Bayswater courtesy of Gap for £95.
Read MoreDesigner alert: Antje Ceczy
Jewellery designer Antje Ceczy’s c.v reads like a who’s who of fashion, with Christian Lacroix, Chanel, Nina Ricci and Karl Lagerfeld amongst her impressive list of clients and colleagues. Now, Antje has launched her own label and her debut collection is stunning.
Read MoreThings I Wish My Mother Had Told Me!
There are certain “fashion and style problems that can be challenging to solve. For example, how to dress if you have a big chest, how to choose the best scent for your personality and how to create your own style. This is where the book “amazon.com
Read MoreMy favourite fashion puzzle: Jigsaw
Jigsaw, the fashion store with the kooky windows and magnificent changing rooms. It’s one of those stores you probably often walk past, have a quick peek through the windows but rarely go in. It is though a fantastic fashion retailer and now it’s online!
Read MoreTJ Maxx: The World of Off-Price Retailing…
Last week Monday, TJ Maxx put up thirteen reputable bloggers for a daylong event at their Farmingdale, MA (near Boston) offices to demystify the world of off-price retail. No magazine editors—just bloggers and it felt empowering for our medium.
Read MoreMatthew Williamson boogies at Boujis!
Matthew Williamson has lots to celebrate! Fresh from the announcement of his collection with H&M, Williamson was spotted at London hot spot private members club’ sixth birthday party. Other partygoers included Princess Beatrice and her beau!
Read MoreBlake Lively’s W Cover
Clad in red with the star-spangled banner as her sole accessory, Blake Lively is the ultimate American Girl on this month’s W cover. A devout follower of Lively’s show Gossip Girl, I have long harboured a secret preference for her character Serena despite the general consensus that it’s cooler to favour
Read MoreSneak peek at Alexander McQueen for Target
After hearing the news that Matthew Williamson will be designing a line for H&M, we’re quite sad that McQueen didn’t decide to collaborate at some point with the Swedish retailer too. Naturally, our reasons are selfish. Being that we’re not based in the U.S, getting our hands on a piece […]
Read MoreLabel Alert: Built by Wendy
Built by Wendy is the brainchild of designer Wendy Mullin. Founded in 1991, the label began life as a collection of hand-sewn guitar straps in fabrics as diverse as tweed and grosgrain. Sold from the back of New York record shops, Wendy’s creations soon established a cult following which led […]
Read MoreJourdan Dunn is Model of the Year!
Doesn’t it seem like there’s been one awards ceremony after another of late? To be fair they’ve all been music related but on Tuesday it was fashion’s turn to roll out the red carpet or rather the crystal studded carpet. Sponsored by Swarosvki and hosted by Mariella Frostrup, the British […]
Read MoreFashion Fix: Katie Holmes for Miu Miu
Katie Holmes to model for Miu Miu. [Fabsugar] Are fashion magazines living in a bubble? [The Guardian] Introducing Proenza Schouler bags. [The Purse Blog] Peaches Geldof for PPQ available online. [Fabsugar UK] It’s confirmed. There will be a Sex and the City sequel! [Catwalk Queen]
Read MoreBeyonce and her amazing fringed diva shades!
We’ve dated statement bags, we’re currently flirting with statement shoes and now it appears we’re going to have a full on relationship with statement shades. You know, statement shades….outrageous sunglasses that look like it takes a major effort to actually see out of them but hell it’s worth it because […]
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Name: Nicola Occupation: Manager Location: London
Read MoreMatthew Williamson for H&M. Are we dreaming?
H&M has heard our pleas! The Swedish retailer has announced their latest collaboration will be with the one and only
Read MoreLock him up: John Legend commits a fashion crime
Two fashion no no’s – mankini’s and crocs, and preferably not worn together. However it looks like we have another fashion faux pas to add to the list. Boots worn with suits. Judging from John Legend’s efforts, this look clearly doesn’t work! [Image]
Read MoreAnd another sale. This time up to 70% off Helmut Lang & Edun
Take a break, grab a coffee and log on to Gilt.com for some incredible bargains (up to 70% off) from Helmut Lang and Edun! It is a member’s only affair, but worry not we have a limited number of exclusive invites. Sale ends 25th November, 11.59PM EST. Items are selling […]
Read MoreLive snake massage? No thanks!
These days we’re not at a loss of weird and wonderful beauty crazes to poke fun at. The latest? A live snake massage. Yes, you read correctly and yes we are referring to real snakes.
Read MoreGet up to 50% off Chloe, Fendi and more: Net-a-Porter sale extravaganza!
For our lucky readers across the pond, the folks over at net-a-porter are going on a major sale extravaganza with up to 50% off from top designers including Chloe, Fendi, Roberto Cavalli, Christian Louboutin, Stella McCartney and many, many more! There is no better time than the present to invest […]
Read MoreRetro Rehab: Vintage clothing gems in Manchester
Stylish vintage treasures are hard to find, that’s why we love them. But you know what it’s like….you go into a vintage store and trawl through rails and rails of lime green cat suits and unspeakably bad 80s ball gowns and find not a thing. The flip side being, going […]
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Name: Joyce + America Occupation: Students Location: London
Read MoreLabel Alert: Leblas Fine Jewellery
One to watch in the world of jewellery design; up and coming label Leblas tick all the right boxes. The beautiful designs by Spanish-born designer Arabel Lebrusan strike that impeccable balance between traditional elegance and creative innovation.
Read MoreFashion gets festive!
You love fashion and it’s now the time of year to start thinking about your Christmas card lists. Well this year you can combine the Christmas spirit with the ghost of fashionista present with the latest line of Christmas cards by Julie Verhoeven.
Read MoreInterviews: Designer, Carolyn Massey
Some may think anachronism and traditionalist, but we think timeless strewn in with avant-garde when it comes to Carolyn Massey’s aesthetic. Hot on the heels of er AW08 Topman diffuse line, we decided to catch up with Massey to muse on fashion and life.
Read MoreModel Alert: Mohamed Junior
Last week we found a way to get over our recession blues. We caught up with hot male model Mohamed Junior and unashamedly overdosed on eye-candy…. six foot two inches of eye candy to be exact.
Read MoreMake a statement with Bex Rox!
It was impossible to miss one of this season’s trends all over the catwalks; yes I’m talking about the statement necklace! Dries Van Noten, Cavalli and Amarni amongst others all loaded up their models with over sized beads, pearls and flowers, evidently with the shared philosophy; the bigger the better!
Read MoreKarl Lagerfeld designs Chanel coins
There’s not much that a certain Mr Lagerfeld won’t put his name to. After the bizarre release of the Karl Lagerfeld teddy bear, it has perhaps come as little surprise that he has taken to designing some limited edition Chanel coins. Well, in all fairness, he must know quite a bit about money.
Read MoreLove Your Style: Zoe Saldana
Actress and model Zoe Saldana has become a permanent fixture on best dressed lists thanks to her sophisticated style.
Read MoreFifteen is the new twenty. Just take a look at Miley Cyrus and Taylor Momsen
Still not convinced? See designer Christian Audigier’s offspring , Crystal Audigier (pictured above) on the cover of this month’s L.A Direct. Can you believe she’s only 15? On another note is it just me or could she pass as
Read MoreMarshalls, now selling designer brands for less
We all know and love discount retailer Marshalls for its ability to supply us with our favourite brands for criminally cheap prices. Now, Marshalls has undergone a transformation with the installation of a new boutique packed with discounted designer goods called The Cube.
Read MoreThe season of sequins!
I’ve suddenly come over all festive. I cannot seem to get Mariah Carey’s ‘All I want for Christmas’ out of my head, I’ve recently found myself munching on mince pies, and what with the incessant, obligatory Christmas sofa adverts that have been tormenting me for around two months now, this can […]
Read MoreSo fresh and so clean: The little white dress!
Ok, so it’s not the most obvious winter choice – especially in this not-so-lovely weather, but the little white dress will brighten any room and will certainly make one stand out among the little black dress wearers of this season.
Read MoreSpring 2009: Key trends we love!
Fast forward four months and visualise yourself heading off to the office in your underwear, strutting your stuff as a space invader, or working the Miami Vice look. Not such a pretty picture, is it?
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Name: Lydia Occupation: Actress Location: London
Read MoreLabel Alert: A│wear
Definitely another one to add to your online favourites; established Irish label; A│wear has launched its own
Read MoreStyle surprise of the week goes to Beyonce and her scary metal glove
Critics seem to be split on the new material from Beyonce. But then the concept album ‘I am … Sasha Fierce’, is a pretty bold move. Creating and naming a stage alter-ego and then dressing the part too is akin to proclaiming your super star status by saying, ‘it worked […]
Read MoreWardrobe staple:The Bodycon corset
In this climate of accounting for every penny and mending and make do, clothes purchases have to be that little bit more considered. So, if you only invest in one item of clothing right now, make it this
Read MoreVictoria’s Secret goes glam in Miami
It’s that time again when the VS angels hit the runway in the sexiest lingerie ever created and we start frantically reinstating our gym membership. This year the 2008 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show took place in sunny Miami at the Fontainebleau Hotel. Usher kicked off the show which paid tribute […]
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Name: Lauren Occupation: Graphic Designer Location: London
Read MoreJessica Biel to design bags for William Rast
She’s the girlfriend of musician, turned actor, turned fashion designer Justin Timberlake and word has it that Jessica Biel is set to hop on the designing bandwagon with the trouser snake himself, designing a range of bags for his label
Read MoreGrab your diary: Isabel Fiore New York sample sale
What: First ever Isabel Fiore New York sample sale! When: November 19th and 20th – 10AM , 5PM Where: 80 West 40th Street, Floor 8 Why: Great clutches, handbags and small leather goods available at 50%-70% off retail prices!
Read MoreForget music, reality stars are getting into male grooming
Earlier this week we put our laptops down and made our way to Eve Club for the launch party of Getlippy’s new site. Stuart Pilkington and Dale Howard (hunks of the BB9 house) both made an appearance and exclusively revealed future plans to venture into the grooming industry. Dale is […]
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Occupation: Sales Rep, Club Monaco Location: Washington, DC
Read MoreWho shot Madonna for Louis Vuitton?
There’s a little rumour floating around the worldwide web that Madonna is the new face of Louis Vuitton’s Spring/Summer 09 campaign. If true, the question is who shot the material girl for the ads? Style file say the shoot already took place with the famous duo Mert Alas and Marcus […]
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Name: Mia Occupation: Musician Location: London
Read MoreH&M Comme des Garçons in stores tomorrow
It’s nearly time! Tomorrow, here to view the complete collection.
Read MoreGet 20% off at mywardrobe.com!
On the hunt for a party dress? Head on over to www.my-wardrobe.com for a bargain or two. Our favourite online retailer is offering an exclusive 20% discount off top designer dresses from Malene Birger, See by Chloe, Twenty8Twelve and more. We’ll be picking up the dress above by American Retro. […]
Read MoreBeyonce in Gareth Pugh. Who would have thought?
Style icon… Beyonce…the two words are rarely (if ever) uttered in the same sentence. Is that about to change? Since the un-official announcement of her marriage to Jay-Z and the announcement of a third solo album…oh and an alter ego dubbed Sasha Fierce, B’s sense of style has done a […]
Read MoreFashion Fix: Headbands, Daisy Lowe and Peaches Geldof
Are you over hippie headbands? [Fabsugar] Clutch and mirror – Celestina cracked mirror clutch [Purse Blog] Daisy Lowe is the new face of Marc Jacobs [Marie Claire] 50 ways to be a recessionista [Fashion Indie] 20 crisp winter coats and jackets [
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