For all us mere mortals who aren’t lucky enough to be world famous or rolling in our millions dressing ourselves in the morning is a necessity. Unlike all those celebs […]
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Alexandra Shulman battles against size zero
At last! Alexandra Shulman, editor of British Vogue and, therefore, one of the most important individuals in the fashion world, has said what we’ve all been thinking. Yes, Shulman has […]
Read MoreSummer knits for those cooler (rainy) days
As I write this, it’s pouring down with rain and to make matters worse, I can hear hailstones hitting the window pane. But yet, just two hours ago the sun […]
Read MoreIs Aquascutum due a re-invention?
In times of uncertainty, people traditionally look to the familiar for comfort. It’s almost a primal urge – one that is with us from childhood where we choose our favourite […]
Read MoreDaily Fashion Fix: Cheryl Cole steps out in Rupert Sanderson
Love her or loathe her, one can’t deny that Cheryl Cole has a wardrobe most of us would love to raid, especially her collection of footwear. With painfully sky high […]
Read MoreGraduate Fashion Week 2009
My first day at Graduate Fashion Week, front row seats and the excitement I had been promised. With six shows to attend I had a fashion-filled day, the Universities being […]
Read MoreThe style comeback of the Panama hat
God I’m hungry. On the count-down to bikini-gate, and that one thought keeps dancing around in my brain waving beef burgers and two chocolate fingers at me. Despite the crop […]
Read MoreSteap VS Cheap: Lovers leather
Leather is back. Adorned by traditional punks, rockers and now the trend forgoers. No, we don’t mean the typical jacket, or the leggings that we saw last season, fashion has […]
Read MoreFuture Fashion Now Exhibition at the V&A
Admittedly, I am somewhat uncultured and usually traipse around museums patiently waiting for the light at the end of the tunnel: the gift shop. The V&A’s Future Fashion Now therefore […]
Read MorePicture Me: New film exposes exploitation of models
I think anyone with an ounce of intelligence realises that the seductive glamour of modelling is largely an illusion. We may envy these girl’s figures, their salaries, their social lives, […]
Read MoreThe Brogue, back in vogue.
The brogue has subtly stepped back into style. Offering an easy way to adopt the androgynous look, brogues carry connotations of old school uniforms – traditionalist and full of heritage. […]
Read MoreThere are shorts out there to suit everyone
Love them or hate them, shorts show no sign of going away and while they send the fear of dread into lots of women, there is a style to suit […]
Read MoreZip me up before you go-go
So you may usually be on the defensive when told to to zip it – but this summer, it’s a style directive you’ll definitely want to follow. Yes, it’s time […]
Read MoreGet up to 70% off Elie Tahari today
We’re in full swing as far as summer goes. Finally! If you’re looking to add a couple of basics to your summer wardrobe, then check out out Gilt today. They’re […]
Read More2009 MTV Movie Awards: Fashion forward Bruno steals the limelight
Oh the glamour! Yesterday, the stars took to the red carpet for the MTV Movie Awards in L.A at Universal City’s, Gibson Amphitheatre. Some kept it casual, while others glammed […]
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Daily Fix: The Boyfriend Blazer
Finding the perfect cover up for cool spring days and breezy summer nights is often a sartorial challenge. But fear not: This season we can borrow from the boys with […]
Read MoreThe Clothes Show comes to London
It may have taken numerous forms of transport to get there, but I managed it. I did note another disgruntled Clothes Show-er moaning that a trip to the Birmingham one […]
Read MoreMixing It Up: Coming Soon to American Apparel
Aside from their lewd, attention-grabbing ads, everything at American Apparel pretty much conforms to a muted aesthetic. They do the basics well, but at some stage a wardrobe complete with […]
Read MoreSummer 09 Trend: Body Con
As we are all by now well aware, the eighties made a colossal comeback on the catwalks for spring/summer 09. But it is one microtrend in particular that captured the […]
Read MoreSummer 09 Trend: Desperately Seeking Denim
Moving on from the sombre and dramatic runway looks of last year, designers are opting for a more innovative, daring and colourful palette this season. It should come as no […]
Read MoreSummer 09 Trend: DIY Studding
Ever since the punk scene was thrown open to tattooed Vice-readers, the emerging metal revival has bubbled up into mainstream and high fashion. This time around, punk comes to subvert […]
Read MoreSummer 09 Trend: Fringing
Move over Dame Shirley Bassey! Fringing has gone beyond curtain trimmings and upholstery, surfacing in a myriad of chic guises on this season’s runways. Yes, this season, fringes are growing […]
Read MoreA cheap and cheerful Galliano
It’s often easy to see where one designer has drawn influence from another , witness Marc Jacobs tilted straw boaters in tribute to Chanel or Herve Leger channelling Alaia. And […]
Read MoreSteep VS Cheap: The Multi-tier trend, luxe or less?
Tiered dresses are simple, breezy and perfect for summer. Team with strong, simple accessories to avoid overkill. This feminine floaty style is perfect to pop on for shopping or drinks […]
Read MoreGet style advice from fashion expert Mark Heyes
Our friends over at Shudoo have enlisted the help of fashion expert Mark Heyes to solve all your style dilemmas. Starting from next month, Mark will be on hand to […]
Read MoreSummer 09 Trend: Jumpsuits
Convenient (step in, zip up, and go!) and inconvenient (best to have a friend for trips to the bathroom) in equal parts, the jumpsuit is back on our fashion radar. […]
Read MoreSummer 09 Trend: New Nudes
It’s the naked truth: Birthday suit dressing is officially in vogue. If you’re the colour-shy type and usually live in black during the winter months, this new nude trend is […]
Read MoreSummer 09 Trend: Florals
With the onset of summer it’s no surprise that seasonal florals rear their head once again. However, this season you can forget looking sickeningly saccharine as we see a new […]
Read MoreSummer 09 Trend: Colour Block
It’s time to get vivacious as this season is awash with bold brights and vivid hues. Yes, loud and proud colour block combinations make for a dynamic, confident look this […]
Read MoreSteep VS Cheap: Cage me up!
We’ve all debated thoroughly over the topshop.com, it may not be as classic as the Gaultier, yet it’s open for interpretation, allowing you to experiment and style in your own […]
Read MoreDinner with five fashion icons!
Have you ever been in one of those long term relationships where you fall into the comfort zone and then suddenly find yourself falling in love with your partner all […]
Read MoreSteep VS Cheap: A trend to dye for..
Hippies rejoice! if you haven’t heard, tie dye is back, and boy it’s back with a vengeance. For a style that any original Seventies girl would be proud of….fashion’s favourite […]
Read MoreMarkus Lupfer Black Sequin Bodice Jumper
It’s a fact Markus Lupfer designs fabulous jumpers! Now, I admit that I have an unhealthy obsession with sequins, which could possibly explain why I adore this sequinned bodice jumper […]
Read MoreIt’s over folks. Anna Wintour’s 60 minutes is up!
Seriously, how can you not respect Anna Wintour? Notice, I refrained from using the word, “love. If there’s anything we can take away from her 60 minutes with Morley Safer, […]
Read MoreStella McCartney Gem-embellished clutch
So, am I one of the few that hasn’t fallen head over heels in love with Stella McCartney’s collection for Net-a-Porter? And no, I’m not a fan of the cloud […]
Read MoreThe Round Up: Williamson ventures online, Claudia Schiffer, Boho-chic and more…
It’s the battle of the boho babes. Shenae Grimes and Miley Cyrus have fun with the trend. [Teen Vogue] You have to love Suzy Menkes. She’s honest, open and not […]
Read MoreLipsy Corset Tulip Dress
I call it the Matthew Williamson effect. After seeing all the bright colours from his H&M collection I find myself lusting after “tropical brights more than ever. Lipsy have a […]
Read MoredVb Grape Square Moulded Frame Sunglasses
Whether you’re hiding from hangover shame or shielding your eyes from the sun, there’s nothing like a great pair of sunglasses to get you through summer. We admit we love […]
Read MoreSteep vs Cheap: Reiss gives Herve Leger a run for his money!
The trend for body con dresses keeps evolving season after season. Now that we’re finally close to summer, there is no better way to adorn your glowing beach body than […]
Read MoreVideo Exclusive: Matthew Williamson talks about his H&M summer collection
Here’s another exclusive bit of footage from the Williamson and H&M collaboration. Featuring shots from the
Read MoreHow to make your own tank top
On your way to the gym? Can’t find your tank top? Take a leaf out of this woman’s book and make your own. How? Cut a hole in your bf’s […]
Read MoreGet 70% off John Varvatos Star USA
The menswear sales over at Gilt.com keep getting better and better. Today get up to 70% off John Varvatos Star USA. Other private sales this week: Thursday – Oliver Peoples […]
Read MoreSneak Peek: Matthew Williamson for H&M TV Commercial
This little gem was delivered to our inbox this morning from the H&M press office. It’s the tv commercial for the summer 2009 collection from
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Twenty8Twelve Pia Butterfly Print Dress
The summer dress , an essential staple and a fashion item you can stock up on to your heart’s desire. This Twenty8Twelve butterfly print dress is the ultimate in transition […]
Read MoreThe MySuit Experience
In concluding my previous post on Rick Ross, I got on the topic of tailoring and how the attentive touch of a sartor could render even Rick Ross into a […]
Read MoreBurberry celebrates new Beijing store with cocktails
It’s been parties galore this week. Along with Rachel Roy, Christopher Bailey also had a reason to celebrate. Yesterday evening Bailey threw a fabulous cocktail party to celebrate Burberry’s new […]
Read MoreMatthew Williamson for H&M: One hell of a party
Matthew Williamson H&M Launch Party in NYby MyLifeMediaTV If anyone knows how to throw a party it’s Matthew Williamson and the launch party for his second collection from his H&M […]
Read MoreAt the Rachel Rachel Roy Launch Party
On the heels of Matthew Williamson’s H&M hype, comes Rachel Rachel Roy, the new contemporary line from Manhattan-based luxury designer Rachel Roy. The designer hosted an event to fete the […]
Read MoreChloe high-waisted cotton shorts
We here at MFL simply adore Chloe’s S/S collection, with the right balance of feminine and masculine features it’s a struggle to find an item not to like. At the […]
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