Metal accessories are the way forward this winter. The high street is doing us proud with metal snake chain horse pendant belts to beaten copper bags.
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M.I.A: singer, artist, style maverick…designer?
I’ve only recently had the pleasure of discovering the mesmerising and multi-talented M.I.A; an artist whose uniquely fusioned and inspired musical style is as arresting as her personal style.
Read MoreThe Cult of Herve Leger
Herve Leger’s body-con ‘bandage dress’ first hit the scene in the 1980s. In an era known for volume – shoulder pads, MC Hammer pants, big hair, puff ball prom dresses – Leger’s sculpted sheaths that shaped and smoothed the feminine silhouette in all the right places were a breath […]
Read MoreVictoria Beckham does Vogue India. Thoughts?
This month Victoria Beckham transforms into an Indian bride for the cover of Vogue India’s bridal issue. She’s swapped her pixie cut with flowing locks and replaced her tight fitting dresses with a beautiful sari.
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Name: Sally Occupation: Student Location: London
Read MoreModel.Live Episode 9: The Breaking Point
As last week’s episode of Model.Live wrapped up, Cato had walked a slew of shows in Milan while Madeline and Austria struggled to even catch a glimpse of a runway. It was all very disheartening for them, while for Cato it marked the pinnacle of her career thus far as […]
Read MoreSarah Palin’s $150,000 wardrobe. She should have gone to H&M
Since Sarah Palin’s recruitment as McCain’s running mate on Aug. 29 we’ve seen her in a rotating selection of tailored skirt suits accessorized with knee high boots and pumps.
Read MoreBrighten up your winter wardrobe with pink mittens
Depressed by the thought of grey skies, rainy days and slushy streets? Help is at hand with these cute and cosy angora mittens. Reminiscent of the home-spun mittens your granny made you at school, the string that holds them together is not only sweet but very practical too!
Read MoreLabel Alert: Alex & Eli
Every once in a while a debut collection comes along which is fresh, original and has that elusive ‘up-and-coming’ feel to it. With this in mind behold the S/S09 collection from brand-spanking new label: Alex and Eli, who if their debut is anything to go by can safely be forecast as […]
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Name: Yukako Occupation: Sweater designer Location: London
Read MoreFashion Fix: Kate Moss for Topshop Xmas collection on its way
Kate Moss’ latest collection for Topshop hits stores Oct 28th. Will you be buying? [Catwalk Queen] Rebecca Minkoff and The Purse Blog have teamed up for a fabulous “not to be missed” giveaway. [The Purse Blog] P.Diddy continues to expand his fashion empire, he’s just gone and bought sportswear label […]
Read MoreIsaac Mizrahi teaches us how to have style
A copy of Isaac Mizrahi’s latest contribution to the literary world, How to Have Style, landed on my desk a couple of weeks ago but with moving home and a ton of tasks to complete I only had a real chance to review it last night. Yes, this is “yet […]
Read MoreGothic glamour made easy: Adele Marie
This seasons gothic trend is one of the more difficult to pull off successfully; the noir over-kill must be carefully balanced with the right amount of skin-on-show in order to keep it playful and on trend rather than simply scary and sombre. One easy way to bring a bit of […]
Read MoreBeautiful clothes at Cath Kidston, who knew?
Think of Cath Kidston and flowery chintz is probably the first thing that comes to mind. She’s rightly famous for lending her signature style of traditional but modern English designs of flowers, polka dots and paisleys to endless items of home ware, and more recently tents, Nokia phone covers and […]
Read MoreChace Crawford does VMAN in true Testino style
There’s nothing like a dose of Gossip Girl to brighten up our week (does anyone else wish Chuck and Blair would just get it together already?!). We’ve oohed and ahhed over the ladies in the show for long enough, now it’s time to turn our attention to the guys. This […]
Read MorePreen designs exclusive collection for Net-a-Porter
Gearing up for party season? Then listen closely. Preen has designed six perfect party dresses exclusively for net-a-porter.
Read MorePure luxury: Georgina Chapman for Garrard
Ladies we have yet another collaboration to lust after. Georgina Chapman (co-founder of Marchesa) is on board to design a limited edition collection for jewellery house Garrard.
Read MoreThe curse of the enormous scarf
I have recently invested in an enormous scarf, you know like those ones you see in magazine shoots, which drown the model but nonetheless look incredibly cool. When I say enormous I actually mean gigantic, may take over the world enormous.
Read MoreJustice At Last: Racy Secret Obsession by Calvin Klein Ad Spotted in New York
A couple months back, a great deal of fuss was made over Eva Mendes’ racy TV ad for Calvin Klein’s Secret Obsession fragrance. The ad went on to be banned (to our disbelief), but Calvin Klein has struck back with a full-fledged billboard that parades their beloved Eva in next […]
Read MoreTrend Alert: Vintage Denim Shorts
You may remember cutting the legs off your high rise jeans in your early teens. You may even remember when that same style of stone-wash denim slacks, a la Joey Lawrence from nineties sitcom Blossom, were considered a good look.
Read MoreWestfield London: The super mall countdown
Probably the last thing we need is another shopping mall, but I bet I’m not the only one who is pretty excited by the latest offering from mall giants Westfield.
Read MoreChristina Aguilera’s latest fragrance: Inspire
As many of you know, here at My Gorgeous Life we’re hesitant to jump in head first to any celebrities journey from singing to fashion and beauty. The results typically leave us underwhelmed, uninspired and unhappy. However, when we learned Christina Aguilera would be launching a third fragrance this autumn, […]
Read MorePurple Reign!
The Colour Purple: regal, luxurious, jewel toned, and this season’s hottest hue. Prince must be partying like it’s 1999! Purple is everywhere this winter, predominantly on the red carpet as celebrities have swapped their LBD for a little purple dress. Worn with black and gold accessories, it’s the perfect option for a Christmas party and […]
Read MoreUGG I love your shoes, just not your bags!
UGG Australia emerged on the fashion scene in the form of comfortable boots. Originally intended for Australian surfers, UGGs graced the feet of most females as the ideal errand-running shoe of choice. Pick up a celeb mag and you’re bound to find many celebs parading in their UGGS. This “shoe […]
Read MoreMilan and Paris: The cream of the crop
I’m suffering from a bout of fashion week withdrawal, so I spent most of last weekend sifting through footage and images from the shows, namely Paris and Milan. Looking back, this show season has actually been a blast..fast and fun and packed with lots of action. We had Bruno crashing […]
Read MoreFive minutes with: Dolly Jones, editor of Vogue.com
If anyone knows about the ups and downs of working in online media it’s editor of Vogue.com, Dolly Jones. Under her direction she’s literally turned the site into fashion heaven – packed with videos and podcasts to keep us occupied…oh and enough street-chic to keep us inspired too! Always on […]
Read MoreEdie Bouvier Beale: The tale of the forgotten fashionista
For my instalment this week, I want to tell you a story, it is a story of one of the most unlikely fashion icons who has without intention become a muse to many a fashion designer and fashionista. This is the story of Little Edie Bouvier Beale.
Read MoreThe lovely Day Birger et Mikkelsen
If you like your clothes to be just that little bit different then you need to become acquainted with Day Birger et Mikkelsen. The brainchild of designers, Keld Mikkelsen and Malene Birger the label was established ten years ago in the quirky city of Copenhagen.
Read MoreCredit Crunch Friendly: Orion London
Who: Orion London was officially founded in 2005 but has really begun to establish itself as a fashion favourite this year thanks to glowing press attention and a few famous customers; a frequently photographed Sarah Harding in their beautiful peacock dress for example.
Read MoreChain reaction: Chanel 2.55
It has been said many a time before by handbag lovers and collectors internationally, and I am not going to hesitate in voicing it once more: I love the Chanel 2.55. There, I said it. I have littered the world wide web with my – perhaps unhealthy – proclamation of handbag love.
Read MoreCute, cool, and quirky. What’s not to love about Zooey Deschanel?
Moonlighting between her acting roles (The Happening, Almost Famous, The Good Girl) and musical projects (She and Him, If All the Stars Were Pretty Babies), Zooey ain’t just a pretty face. Be prepared to see a lot more of this lovely lady when she hits our screens as Janis Joplin in […]
Read MoreBefore and after: The birth control case gets a makeover
Some months ago we posted about Nina Garcia’s design contest with Step Up Women’s Network, and Bayer HealthCare to give the birth control case a makeover. We can reveal that the results are in and the winner has been announced!
Read MoreWant £200 to spend on Patricia Field for M&S? Read on!
Set a reminder on your phones ladies! Patricia Field for Marks and Spencer’s launches tomorrow. Pat will be at the Marble Arch store herself to celebrate the launch.
Read MoreRei Kawakubo takes on the masses at H&M
What: Comme des Garcons for H&M is set to be released worldwide on November 13th and with less than one month to go we can barely contain our excitement.
Read MoreLindsay Lohan on her line of leggings. (Yes, they’re still selling)
“I love to wear leggings, so it should come as no surprise that my first venture into the world of fashion design is with leggings! [Source]
Read MoreCatherine Malandrino: 10 years on and still going strong!
10 years ago designer Catherine Malandrino presented her first collection, today she has lots to celebrate. Her designs have been worn by some of Hollywood’s elite (Halle Berry, Julia Roberts, Sarah Jessica Parker and more), she’s recently launched a line of jewellery and has just opened a new boutique in […]
Read MoreThe Gareth Pugh Aesthetic: Can you handle it?
Is Gareth Pugh’s SS09 collection already up for public bidding? Well technically no—if it was we’d have clued you in on the juicy tidbit but glimpses of Pugh’s eldritch meets sophisticated spring line recently surfaced on RóisÃn Murphy, the one time lead singer of Moloko.
Read MoreLove it or hate it: the crop top strikes again!
Immersing myself in the return of early 90s trends and celebrating with a few episodes of Saved by the Bell, I slowly began to realise that one of the true fashion horrors of the last millennium has crept upon us once more: the crop top.
Read MoreThe slithering sexiness of the animal print
I have a confession, it may shock you, it may even disgust you, but I am afraid it is true. I love animal prints. Yes, I know, but it’s true, leopard prints, snakeskin, crocodile, even butterfly wings. I really do love a print. They can look awful, tacky, cheap. But […]
Read MoreWhy Sir Philip Green shops in Iceland
Topshop boss Philip Green, 56, looks set to take over the British high-street. Kate Moss’ pal spent the weekend in Iceland negotiating a deal to purchase the debts of Icelandic retail investor Baugur.
Read MoreTrend Alert! Metallic Moccasins
Metallic bags, clothes and make-up are definitely this season’s new fix. As well as this shiny new trend, the 70’s are relived with a fascination of fringe and the moccasin boots. True to London style, what do we do? We merge them together….
Read MoreClueless, Pretty in Pink and Mean Girls get a virtual makeover
Ever lusted over Clueless Cher Horowitz’s virtual closet? Dreamed of making your very own Pretty In Pink prom dress? Quoted Mean Girls witty dialogue daily? Well, it’s your lucky day.
Read MoreGet your shop on at Pixie Market
There’s nothing like a spot of internet shopping; all the pleasures of a spree from the comfort of your own home. However as a big fan of an online splurge I was beginning to exhaust all my regular online boutiques and found myself on the hunt for some alternative internet […]
Read MoreMarmalade sandwiches, so in vogue!
Every so often there is a trend that takes you straight back to your childhood. It gives you that warm fuzzy sense of nostalgia, whether its flat patent pumps with bows, mittens or wellington boots, these all put a leap in your step. Well mine is the duffle coat, especially […]
Read MoreRodarte on Men Being The Perfect Muse
“I don’t make men’s clothes, but I would have been really into dressing Winston Churchill. He’s really interesting, and he’s the founding member of this Sherlock Holmes fan club called the Bakers Street Regulars. But if I picked a girl…no, I’d pick him!” – Kate Mulleavy of Rodarte in NYLON
Read MoreHelpless Romantic is affordable kitsch jewellery heaven
If you love the fun-filled accessories of Tatty Divine, but can’t quite justify the price tag , in the words of my mother “ooh they are expensive for a bit of plastic aren’t they , then you’re going to be really happy that there is a cheaper, but no less […]
Read MoreBerardi’s heel-less boots: To heel or not to heel?
That is the question. Well, maybe only for those of us that get the option of receiving a special order package from Antoni Berardi.Enter: the Beckhams. As long time fashion friend to the immaculate couple, Berardi stole the show when the two launched their latest fragrance at Macy’s New York, with […]
Read MoreModel.Live Episode 8: Castings are like guys, maybe they’ll call, maybe they won’t.
There is a healthy buzz about Milan Fashion Week that renders it unparallel to any other city. The myriad of designers billed to show at Milan know it, the swarming cadre of press sense it, and the hoards of models who line the streets in anticipation of casting success envision […]
Read MoreBritish Style Genius: Anna Wintour on Galliano
If you haven’t heard, British Style Genius on BBC2 is the show to watch. We were lucky enough to receive a copy of the first episode before it aired on Tuesday, and we’ve been watching it over and over and over again. We kid you not!
Read MoreMischa Barton on Posh’s sense of style
“Posh doesn’t strike me as particularly stylish. I don’t think she’s a good example of British style at all. I don’t dress for anybody else, and I think the reason people like my style is that I do my own thing.” – Mischa Barton
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