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Fashion Targets Breast Cancer

Now, we can all agree that shopping is a wonderful thing, but it just got better! Net-a-Porter is the latest retailer to integrate fashion with philanthropy, and this time the cause of choice is one that affects all of us ladies: breast cancer. Backed by the Council of Fashion Designers […]

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Chloë Sevigny’s Opening Ceremony

Amidst the whoo-hah of fashion week, the launch of Chloë Sevigny’s new collection for Opening Ceremony appears to have been overlooked….perhaps fashion week wasn’t the best of times for its release. In the video below Chloë showcases some pieces to Style.com and explains how the partnership came about. Thoughts on […]

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Dawn Bebe: Oh So You!

With London Fashion Week officially kicking off on Saturday, we thought it only fitting to interview the founder of its official sponsor OSOYOU.com. Now if you love Grazia magazine (as I do) then it’s likely you’ve already heard of Dawn Bebe. If not here are some interesting facts. She’s worked […]

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Bianca Alexander- Director of Makeup Artistry

With the focus of the runway being on the clothes, it is easy to forget how much cosmetics are a major part of Fashion Week. This fact wasn’t lost on the geniuses over at M.A.C cosmetics who hosted a cosmetics reception at their own booth inside the tent at Bryant […]

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Aimee McWilliams Website Launch

Between trying to sort myself out for fashion week, searching for interns and desperately making sure I meet my deadlines, I was not only in need for, but very happy to take a time out on Monday evening to head down to the website launch party for Scottish designer Aimee […]

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Armani launches online store

Revamps and re-launches appear to be the latest trend these days. Vogue.com has undergone a slight re-design. Elle US and Another Magazine have been revived and since its conception MySpace Fashion has been made over. Now Giorgio Armani announces that tomorrow will see the launch of a new online store […]

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NY Fashion Week:LAMB

Just like her tunes, its evident Gwen’s musical influences have heavily inspired her collection. Check out the vid below of the highlights from the show. Is it just me or do you find yourself staring at the accessories rather than the clothes? In particular the bags! I love the bags!

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NY Fashion Week: Standout Pieces pt 1:Marchesa

Marchesa are a starlets dream and have fully cemented their reputation as the go-to label for stunning red carpet dresses. With a definite eastern influence in their SS08 collection and with all the beautifully intricate embellishments clouding our judgement, it was incredibly difficult to choose a standout piece. But in […]

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NY Fashion Week: Nothing New but Wearable

I don’t have extremely high expectations when fashion week comes around. I don’t expect to be wowed and it’s always inevitable that designers will re-hash looks from the past. However I do crave exciting, fresh new takes, but so far I feel slightly let down by what I’ve seen from […]

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Casio G-Shock

What do you associate with the 80’s? Big hair, shoulder pads, He-Man, Dallas, Dynasty , Casio Watches? Oh what I would give to jump in a time machine right now and go back! To mark 25 years since Casio watches made their debut, Casio have re-released the classic G-Shock DW5025B […]

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Fashion Fever

Just one more day to go before the fun of fashion week . Festivies start in New York, followed by London fashion week on the 15th, Milan on the 22nd and finally Paris on the 30th. To get you in the fashion spirit Refinery 29, has excellent video interviews with […]

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Grab your diary: Lucky Shops 2007

What: LUCKY SHOPS 2007 hosted by Lucky Magazine and Bluefly.com Why: With over 40 designers and shops, shoppers can get up to 70% off designer labels such as Catherine Malandrino, Jill Stuart, Marc by Marc Jaobs and many more! When: VIP Shopping Party: October 25, 6 pm – 9 pm, […]

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Talent Database

If there is anything the internet has shown us it’s that there is a lot of talent out there. Global talent network, Talentdatabase.com isn’t the first to recognise this well known fact but they are one of the few to create a well designed networking/promotional site. The site has over […]

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Quirky T-shirts

As far as staple items go, the quirky t-shirt is always overlooked and overshadowed by simple basics. But we say it is a staple item and shares the same qualities as a best friend, dependable and always knows just what to say to cheer you up. There are SO many […]

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HO HO Hosiery

Coloured tights are a must have this season. From juicy orange, to hot pink, seductive plum and electric blue! The brighter the colour, the more chic the style. Try a daring knee high or some sexy stockings if you prefer. Which ever style you go for, one thing is for […]

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Just for fun: Its not so bad….

O.K time out….this is strictly non-fashion related. This post is for all you lovely readers who are back at work wishing you were still warm in your comfy bed or for any readers who are feeling a little down. Hopefully this new advert from Cadburys should cheer you up! I […]

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Exciting Times

I know I’m probably aligning myself with the minority when I say this, but not only am I looking forward to Roberto Cavalli for H&M but I believe the line will be a success. Let’s hope I’m not forced to eat my words when the collection hits the stores in […]

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Twenty8Twelve

So it’s not exactly breaking news that Sienna Miller along with her sister Savannah have launched a label called “Twenty8Twelve”. After celebrating with a party in New York, the sisters brought the festivities to London with a private party to mark the opening of their new boutique in Notting Hill. […]

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Clutch Style

Having had a fairly long stint of a block-colour trend in bags, it is now time for a little more experimentation with detail. Clasps, jewels and the odd ‘ornament’ aren’t strangers as embellished clutches are steadily growing in popularity. In terms of shape; the clutch is bigger and bolder than […]

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Hoodies

Unless you’re Victoria Beckham or her mini me, Chanelle Hayes (ex Big Brother UK housemate) there will be times when high powered dressing just wont cut it. So what options do we ladies have? Well there is always the hoodie. While some like it and others disregard it, the hoodie […]

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J’tote Designer Laptop Bags

I’ve never owned a laptop bag instead I prefer to use any one of the freebie bags that I’ve hoarded over the years from magazines. My laptop must hate me for my frugal ways and it’s accumulated a number of cuts and bruises as a result. But honestly I just […]

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Little Black Book of Style by Nina Garcia

Not another one I hear you cry! Yes there are SO many fashion advice books being penned by industry insiders that there really is no excuse for having an un-organised wardrobe. The Little Black Book of Style by Nina Garcia is another style bible promising tips, advice and inspiration for […]

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20% off at Active Endeavours

Get 20% off Karen Walker, Catherine Malandrino, Sass and Bide and many more over at online boutique Active Endeavours. Just enter code myfashionlife20 at the checkout and splurge without feeling guilty! Discount expires October 31, 2007. For more exclusive discounts check out Your Fashion Life

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Manish Arora at the V&A

What: Fashion in Motion The V&A’s forthcoming Fashion In Motion event will feature the work of one of India’s most prolific designers, Manish Arora. ‘A wild mix of traditional Indian costume, exquisite embroideries, Pop Art, high kitsch and psychedelic futurism’ Where: Victoria and Albert Museum When: Friday, 7 September 2007 […]

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Shop Vogue

It’s official. Conde Nast will not be left behind. Taking interactive shopping to new heights the publisher has launched shopvogue.tv, an entertainment site which makes it even easier to track down that must have item with a feature called “shop the ads. The way it works is like this. Users […]

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AW07: Headgear

If like so many, you aren’t a fan of having rose tinted ear lobes, herein lies your style solution. Hats! As we progress toward the cooler seasons headgear is making a very welcome comeback. Anna Sui, Karen Walker and Donna Karan are just a few designers who made headgear a […]

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Adidas x robotisthefuture EQT B-Ball

We’re loving this version of the Adidas EQT B-balls. With the help of hip hop video production house ROBOT films, Adidas have revamped the EQT B-Ball which now joins other old classics that have been re-designed as part of a new collection entitled REMIX. “It’s similar to a Mixtape DJ […]

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Shake it up

Someone should tell Mrs Cruise not to box herself in! She’s managed to turn her image around from middle age mama to style icon with the help of the wide leg jean. Katie parades around in her wide legs so often that she’s become synonymous with the style. (It’s pretty […]

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Baby it’s cold outside

Critics predict that the death of thick warm coats is nigh because of global warming and instead we should invest in chunky knit cardigans. We disagree and think there will be quite a few freezing cold days this winter that require a coat warm enough to ward off the cold. […]

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The Laden Showroom

The Laden Showroom located on East London’s Brick Lane shows and sells a huge variety of womenswear, menswear and accessories. With more than 45 independent designers stocked the store has an amazing range. Now thanks to ASOS you don’t have to visit the show room to shop the collections. The […]

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Review: M.A.C Collections

I’ve had some reviews for M.A.C samples that were sent over that were extemely overdue for posting. So I’ve decided to combine them together to create one big post. Regular readers will know I’m a M.A.C girl. However for some weird reason I’ve always associated their products as being mainly […]

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Review: M.A.C Collections

I’ve had some reviews for M.A.C samples that were sent over that were extemely overdue for posting. So I’ve decided to combine them together to create one big post. Regular readers will know I’m a M.A.C girl. However for some weird reason I’ve always associated their products as being mainly […]

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AW07: Shades of Grey

From charcoal to stone, grey is the perfect shade for this autumn/winter. Its brilliant for layering as it reduces the intensity of other colours, so if you still want to wear your summer colours like yellow or pinks, team them with grey and make them work in the colder months […]

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Ebony says Blacks are Back

This months issue of Ebony celebrates the influence of black professionals in the fashion industry and while the cover is excellent, my ideal line up would have been, Iman, Pat McGrath, Andre Leon Talley and Rachel Roy. Talley is a legend! If you dont believe me read this interview. As […]

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Patricia Field for ASOS

I love Patricia Field. As costume designer for the hit series Sex and the City, Field proved to be an integral component to the show and her creativity was an inspiration. She was responsible for many of the trends that dominated fashion during the time that women all over were […]

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Could you give up your oversized bag?

The NY Times ran a piece last week about the compact bag stating that, “a more bohemian set of fashionable women is adopting the vaguely vintage style of carrying a small bag on a long strap. I’d like to know whom these women are and if they are adopting the […]

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