Standing patiently in a cloyingly warm Science Museum, I awaited the much anticipated Basso and Brooke S/S 09 show. As previous winners of the inaugural Fashion Fringe award, the industry’s […]
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Alexander Koutny Spring Summer 2009 With a celebrity riddled front row, Girl’s Aloud’s Nicola, Peaches Geldoff, Jodie Kidd, Jasmine Guinness, to name just a few, I settled down quite comfortably […]
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The eighteenth century dwelling on 33 Portland Place was the ideal setting for a slightly risque display of non-saintly fashion. With hints of bondage, deadly stunning stilettos and rather big […]
Read MoreKey Items For AW08: Lace Booties By Nine West
Lace. Being that its one of the hottest trends of the season I’ve spotted it on many a fashionista at London Fashion Week , mainly in the form of lace […]
Read MoreScottish Fashion Council. Should London Be worried?
It isn’t exactly a secret that Scotland and the rest of the UK, namely England, aren’t best buddies. I’ve never quite understood it myself but it is apparently a given […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: Afshin Feiz
Glamour seemed to be on the agenda on day three of London Fashion Week. Afshin Feiz pioneered grown up girliness in his Spring/Summer 09 collection. Gorgeous pastels set against dove […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: Eley Kishimoto
Eley Kishimoto showcased in the large BFC tent: on possibly one of the dreariest days of the year the collection was a lovely window into next years sunnier seasons. The […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: Ashley Isham
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Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: Nicole Farhi
Nicole Farhi is a brand that either pulls out all the stops or just flops. Last Spring/Summer was a pulls-out-all-the stops affair, chic playsuits and jumpsuits, unusual patterns and prints; […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: Steve J and Yoni P
Heralded as ‘the ones to watch in the fashion world’,
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: Reem
If Beatrix Potters’ Mrs. Tiddywinkle had decided to design haute couture with Vivienne Westwood it may have looked a little like Reem. The creations are fantastic; skirts are layer upon […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: John Rocha
Before going to John Rocha yesterday I thought I knew what to expect. I was mistaken. Rocha’s presentation was a surprise – thankfully in a good way. The collection was […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: Qasimi
Military Britannia meets the Orient. Neat tailoring, slinky shirts and khaki colouring dominated the catwalk at Qasimi’s Spring Summer collection. Luxury silks, delicate colouring and waist high, form-fitting skirts had […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: Spijkers en Spijkers
In a frenzied mix of lace, silk, satin and chiffon there was a sense of Stepford Wives meets Barbarella. This is not to say that it was bad, but it […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: Paul Costelloe
In true London Fashion Week tradition, British institution Paul Costelloe opened this glorious week of glamour. After a speech by the new chairman of the British Fashion Council, Harold Tillman, […]
Read MoreM&S and the City: Patricia Field’s Range for Marks and Spencers
Who would have thought it? joined forces with the flaming redhead to produce ‘Destination Style’, a Patricia Field collection to be sold in M&S stores, as well as internationally, online.
Read MoreUltimate Accessories: The Versace Car
You have the finest designer wardrobe, a
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: PPQ
PPQ was the show to be at yesterday. Russell Simmons, Lady Victoria Hervey, Kimberly Stewart, Henry Holland and naturally Peaches Geldof all turned up to show their support for Amy […]
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week: Charles Anastase
Yesterday Charles Anastase, who has just signed a five year production and licensing deal with Pier SpA showed for the first time in London, and judging from the reaction of […]
Read MoreShop Nasty Gal Vintage
Nasty Gal Vintage was always my vintage go-to on eBay when I wanted something original, on-trend, and in great condition. Selling only the very best vintage wares, they got it […]
Read MoreLabel alert: Manoush
Who: French label Manoush, launched in 2004 and quickly transcended their Parisian roots opening outlets in New York, LA and London soon after. Winning the affections of those looking for […]
Read MoreShine in Sequins From Alexander McQueen
One of the hottest trends this season is sequins, yep, those shiny little things that adorn Las Vegas showgirls – shrinking violets need not apply. Seen everywhere from Valentino Couture […]
Read MoreFrom a Shirt to a Dress: The Extremes of Androgynous Fashion, Part Deux
Subverting masculine fashion is something that women have managed to conquer and they don’t seem to be letting up anytime soon. They did it with the suit and it appears […]
Read MoreBright Sparks: Marks & Spencer
This flamboyant head arrangement throws me into a quandary of confusion. It certainly catches the eye, screaming at me to pop it on and go for a burlesque audition. The […]
Read MoreFashion Fix: The Rachel Zoe Project Makes its Debut
Hadley Freeman gives her hilarious take on The Rachel Zoe Project [Posh goes for the chop (just not as short…)[
Read MoreLondon Fashion Week One to Watch: Cooperative Designs
Ok, so maybe it’s a little early to be wrapping up for winter but if this so-called summer is anything to go by you’ll be reaching for those cosy knits […]
Read MoreJean Paul Gaultier , Madame. Oo la la!
Is it too early to start making a Christmas list? Having tried Jean Paul Gaultier’s latest scent , Madame , I’m beginning to think not. This musky perfume, powerful upon […]
Read MoreModel.Live: Madeline Finds Her Book!
If you recall from the most recent Model.Live’s episode, Madeline lost her book on a casting. Thanks to The Sartorialist, we know the book is back in the appropriate hands! […]
Read MoreAnya Hindmarch for Target
This month’s TIME magazine profiles Anya Hindmarch as one of the first ladies shaping fashion consumerism and we have to agree. Remember the fashionista frenzy that was I’m not a […]
Read MoreModel.Live Episode 5: Hustle and Bustle, Castings on the Double
It’s literally the eve of New York Fashion Week as Model.Live’s fifth episode is shot. After the last three shows, we have a fairly surface-level idea about the personalities of […]
Read MoreWonderful Williamson: What were you thinking!
Matthew, I have to ask a very serious question here and I’m sure im not alone- WHAT WERE YOU THINKING! Indeed- what is this monstrosity of a…coat? It’s so wrong […]
Read MoreKirsten Dunst for Boy by Band of Outsiders
Boy by Band of Outsidersdesigner Scott Sternberg has chosen actress Kirsten Dunst as the face of his Spring 09 RTW lookbook, following his AW08 collaboration with another thespian, Michelle Williams.
Read MoreGrab Your Diary: Temperley London Sample Sale
Model Election: Who Gets Your Vote?
According to our sources, the models are going crazy backstage at NY fashion week for these election buttons by Modelinia.com….Matthew Williamson was spotted searching for a ‘Coco 2008′ button while […]
Read MoreNike: Explore your individuality
In a world dominated by mass produced disposable fashion, it can become easy to invest in cheap clothes that catch your eye in a high street store but lose their appeal when […]
Read MoreVictoria Beckham Launches Dress Collection (and haircut)
Trust fashion week. The first lady of impractical clothing debuted a new cropped haircut along with her capsule dress collection. Consisting of just 10 dresses the line has clearly been […]
Read MoreModel.Live Episode 4: The Sweet and Sour Smell of Success
As the final biopic on the models featured in
Read MoreFashion Fix: Fashion Week Special!
And for the show we’ve all been waiting for , Marc Jacobs! Racked.com live blogged the show and Fabsugar gives us a full rundown of the clothes. Jourdan Dunn’s having […]
Read MoreNY Fashion Week: Jonathan Saunders, Preen & Alexander Wang
Jonathan Saunders SS09 So fashion week is in full swing right now and there is SO much to cover. Firstly how proud are we of Preen and Jonathan Saunders? VERY! […]
Read MoreMost Wanted: Gucci ‘Devendra’ Riding Boots
What winter wardrobe would be complete without a new pair of knee high boots? While most of you may be in mourning for the passing of summer, I for one […]
Read MoreHenry Holland Does Polka Spots For Levi’s 501s
What comes to mind when you hear or see the name Agyness Deyn? Most likely. Polka dot jeans? Um, not so much. Well, having collaborated with Levi’s 501s, spotty denim […]
Read MoreModel.Live: My Oh My…Our Madeline is Quite the Fashion Stalwart
Now it’s quite natural to expect models to be up on their know-how when it comes to personal style, so it didn’t surprise us to see Ms. Madeline Kragh of […]
Read MoreDesigner Alert: Nicola De Main
Who: Everyone likes to have that one designer, band or movie that for a while at least seems like their own well kept secret, their own little discovery, an unearthed […]
Read MoreMade for Walking: Brian Atwood Jamie Over-the-Knee Boots
Is it just us, or is winter a much more exciting season for your wardrobe. The first thing we’ll will be embracing along with the impending autumn, are knee , […]
Read MoreBeauty: M.A.C Cult of Cherry
If you’ve been seduced by the wonderful berry colours for autumn then look no further than M.A.C’s latest collection Cult of Cherry to update your look for the season ahead. […]
Read MoreMost Wanted: Matina Amanita ‘Globetrotter’ Ring
Central Saint Martin’s graduate and Stretsis designer, Matina Sukhahuta has recently launched a mouth-watering collection of cocktail rings named ‘Globetrotter’ as part of her label Matina Amanita. Inspired by Sukhahuta’s […]
Read MoreIntroducing: Kova & T Lace Leggings
After a summer of the most miniature mini skirts, where showing as much leg as possible was the way forward, we are moving on and covering up. Leggings have been […]
Read MoreRoll Up for the Circus Trend!
I live by the saying that you can “make any outfit by accessorising”. A plain dress, or even those simple jeans and a t-shirt days can be picked up on […]
Read MoreOpinions: Ankle socks. Yay or Nay?
Now, I’m a firm believer that fashion should be comfortable. Don’t get me wrong, if my new 4 platforms are rubbing the backs of my heels but my friends are […]
Read MoreThe Beauty of Belts: Elliot Rhodes
Belts are such dignity savers. Unsightly love handle hangover? Buy a belt. A slightly dowdy one-colour ensemble? Buy a belt. Wearing a vintage dress that isn’t exactly the right size […]
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