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AW07: Knitted

Knits are integral to this seasons dress and with them they bring a new approach to oversized and baggy. From sweater dresses to cardigan coats, designers like Stella McCartney and Giles Deacon are breaking down the barriers in terms of what actually passes as a ‘whole’ piece of clothing; wearing […]

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Social Network Rehab & diamonds

Which are you most addicted to? Myspace or Facebook? I have to admit I’m hooked on Facebook. Well either way come find My Fashion Life on both. Add us on Myspace or join the group on Facebook. Whichever tickles your fancy. I’d love to know whom our lovely readers are […]

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Its an investment

It’s always wise to have swimsuits on hand in the event of an impromptu holiday and with all the great summer sales there is no time like the present to stock up. DKNY a favourite of mine for its simplicity, has an amazing swimwear sale and most of the styles […]

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I’ll have a pair of Gauchos

Yes we’ve bombarded you with autumn trends but summer isn’t over just yet. Life and Style Weekly has a feature on Gauchos – the cropped jean that allows you to play around with the blossoming trend of the wide leg silhouette whilst keeping you cool in whats left of the […]

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5 Tips For Surviving Fashion Week

I for one am looking forward to fashion week especially London Fashion week. (Yes I know I am biased) Although Preen has sold us out for New York and Gharani Strok is MIA this season, we do have the return of Matthew Williamson and Luella Bartley to look forward to! […]

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XXY Style

The male/female style barrier has blurred once again, and merging his style with hers has returned making the runway a confusing place to look this season. For Autumn 07 the androgynous trends are back, and have proved especially favourable with designers such as Dolce & Gabbana and Dina Bar-el. The […]

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Designer Handbags: Rent It

With sites like net-a-porter and the billion dollar babes, purchasing designer goods has never been easier. And with the growing crop of websites offering designer bags on a lease basis, its become even easier to get your hands on that “must have” bag. How does it work? Just choose a […]

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Have you got that fashion feeling?

Texture is what it’s all about for autumn and with the new season will come an array of new ‘it’ materials and fabrics. Leather is definitely going to be central for this season, with designers like Prada and Moschino, creating beautiful, feminine designs. Just avoid the leather bomber, and opt […]

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Perfectly Patent

I’ve been surfing around my fave online stores looking for a perfect pair of patent shoes to satisfy my current obsession and have whittled the options down to these two gorgeous beauties. I can only choose one as I’m trying to save for a holiday and just cant justify splurging […]

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Interviews: Julia and Renata

There’s Sienna and Savannah, Penelope and Monica and Mary and Kate. But none of these sister design duo’s can compare to Julia and Renata. In 1993 the pair launched their own fashion line and their entire first collection was purchased by stylist Patricia Field. Although currently busy sorting out their […]

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The Power of Purple

This autumn/winter we’re celebrating a new ‘it’ colour; it’s bold, strong and very Purple. The neutral colours and bold patterns that we’ve grown used to during recent seasons will soon be a distant memory, with such designers as Emilio Pucci and Valentino going crazy for all purple related shades; vivacious […]

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On Off preview: Spring/Summer 08

Going to a fashion show, especially one held in a club- is like starring in a show yourself. Everyone is immaculately dressed and as guests wait patiently for the show start they too make their own judgements on the outfit choices of others. As I waited for the ON|OFF Preview […]

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Status Dress

There are some dresses that warrant their own celebrity status…for example Roland Mouret’s “Galaxy dress. And while he tried to re-create the same hysteria with the Moon dress, it just didnt cut it for me. Instead I’ve got a soft spot for this fitted silk dress, £467 from Paul Smith. […]

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Last of the Summer Sales

Still trying to get your hands on more bargains? Then may I suggest my-wardrobe.com. They have a great selection of summer shoes on sale. I LOVE these green platforms by L’Autre Chose, $405.96, $218.90. The style, the colour and the studs make for a perfect pair of shoes for anytime […]

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Designer profile: Alicia Macinnes

Who: Jewellery designer, Alicia Macinnes Background: Studied contemporary stained glass and fused glass design at the Barcelona Glass centre and currently works from her studio based in Glasgow. Why: Produces stunning one of a kind sculptural glass pieces that are influenced by Barcelona’s inspirational architecture and beautiful culture. Available at […]

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Fighting Fit

I was hit with a really bad case of the flu last week, which meant updates were slow due to an unusually long recovery which I think was due to exhaustion more than anything. Anyway I’m back and fighting fit! I haven’t posted much music in a while so here’s […]

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Nina Malone: A model life

Modelling tends to be perceived by many as an easy occupation with great rewards – free designer clothes, lucrative campaigns and a glamorous lifestyle – that sometimes it’s easy to forget that it’s a profession that is not without its pressures. I wanted to get an honest and open insight […]

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Not to be missed!

What: Intermix Bi-Annual Warehouse Sale When: August 23rd-25th, 2007, 9am-8pm Where: Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 West 18th Street (between 6th and 7th Avenues) Why: Get up to 70% off Chloe, Matthew Williamson, Stella McCartney, Valentino and more!

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AW07:Tight Fit

The smock shape has dominated trends for a couple of seasons now, with loose cuts and a ‘fluid’ silhouette being summer favourites. However fashion week provided a sneak peek into the Autumn/Winter 2007/08 trends and tight fit appears to have established itself as the shape for autumn. This creation by […]

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Jean-ius

Be prepared…be very prepared! Skinny jeans have reigned supreme for a while now but as we begin to get geared up for autumn it seems more and more evident that those high-waisted, wide-legged jeans will be knocking the skinnies off their throne. In honour of the high waist comeback, Earnest […]

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Max and Chloe Discount

There’s nothing like a discount to rid those Monday blues. Get 15% off all purchases including sale merchandise at online boutique Max and Chloe. All their fab goodies will have you hooked to their site for ages. We especially love this Goldenbleu patent leather clutch, $315, from the pre-fall collection. […]

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Loving Louboutin

This is why Louboutin is a genius. These beautiful satin peep toe shoes, £395, hail from his Autumn/Winter 07 collection. Get a sneak preview and pre-order your favourites over at brownsfashion.com

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Anya Hindmarch

One of our most popular posts was the feature on “I’m not a plastic bag! Anya Hindmarch really struck a chord with the infamous eco-conscious bag. Fashionista talk to the lady herself and according to Anya, “The bag is meant to create a tipping point, where you can’t not think […]

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Genart

If you’re lucky enough to reside in LA make sure you join Genart this Saturday for a fashion and beauty extravaganza to remember!

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Fabsugar

Fabsugar asks “Would you ever buy a counterfeit bag?” I have once, but never again. It’s silly but the guilt alone from the fact that you know it’s a fake makes it just not worth the stress.

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Purple Rain

Retail therapy always does the trick in terms of cheering me up. And boy do I need it! I’ve been a Prince fan since I can remember and was super excited when I heard he’d be playing 21 dates at London’s O2 Arena in August. But my chances of going […]

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AW07: Discover your masculine side

Play around with your masculine side with this seasons statement pieces. Go for wide legged trousers, cropped blazers and waistcoats. Pair narrow trousers with a cardigan and add a baker boy cap for that all important finishing touch. [Images:Style.com]

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Dunkin Naomi

Naomi ‘s diva ways are the focus of the new Dunkin Donut advert. The supermodel attempts a spot of gardening and in frustration throws her heel through a window. She looks great, but how long can she continue capitalizing on her inability to deal with anger, before it gets boring?

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Rimmel Underground Light Beam

What is it about a lip-gloss with a flashlight that makes us ladies shriek with delight? God knows! But every time I proudly show off my new Light beam lip gloss from Rimmel Underground, the response always echoes my initial reaction of excitement. It’s pure genius! Just push a well-placed […]

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The new ‘It’ bags for this season

It is my opinion that at this present moment, Alexander McQueen epitomizes twenty-first-century fashion. His brilliant new designs for autumn/ winter 2007 are truly inspired and embody all the finer aspects of his signature style. Whilst I am a fan of the collections as a whole, I have a particular […]

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Rimmel Underground Light Beam

What is it about a lip-gloss with a flashlight that makes us ladies shriek with delight? God knows! But every time I proudly show off my new Light beam lip gloss from Rimmel Underground, the response always echoes my initial reaction of excitement. It’s pure genius! Just push a well-placed […]

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Rehab -Yes or No?

We’ve been bombarded with claims of fashion cleaning up its act. Underage models are being banned from the catwalk and the backlash against size zero models continues. But what’s this? Is Sisley sending out mixed messages with its new ad campaign? With two models depicted as “fashioin junkies”, never has […]

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Rich and Frugal

Kate Middleton loves her some Topshop. Angelina Jolie adores her vintage bargains. And Chelsy Davis was seen in a gorgeous dress from high street store Warehouse. Everybody loves a bargain and we do too, especially these high waist jeans from Earnest Sewn. While we may not be brave enough to […]

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Funky Footwear

During this past year footwear has been revolutionised, whether it was the reviving of the platform, stacked wedges, or the stylized plimsoll, it has very much been the year of the shoe. But as ever, it’s now time for a twist, and with this season has come a new foot-wear […]

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AW07: Bows

Amidst some of the more masculine looks on the runway this season, cute and flirty bows made a welcome appearance. Marc Jacobs added a romantic twist to the fitted skirt suit and drew attention to the waist with a cute lopsided bow while Doo-Ri hiked it up a couple inches, […]

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