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Lunchtime buy: Isabel Marant Yosemite alpaca Navajo cardigan

by on 3rd October 2011 0 comments

Paris Fashion Week ended the month-long fashion processions yesterday, and in homage to iconic Parisian designer Isabel Marant, who showed her spring/summer collection at the weekend, we’re coveting this Navajo cardigan from her AW11 collection this week. The Marant girl is the cooler-than-cool chick who can just throw on a jumper and a pair of shorts and look like something straight out of a rock ‘n’ roll music video. This rich cream chunky knit with black, red and yellow Navajo jacquard detailing is one of those pieces every girl can slip on snuggle up in. Its thick knit offers a bundle of practical winter warmth whilst its tribal red, black and yellow loose threads promise to see us right through to the festival fields next summer – quite a novelty, we think you’ll agree. The South American-inspired Navajo fabric featured again on Marant’s spring 2012 runway at the weekend, so you’ll already be one step ahead of the style pack, too. Time to invest in some Parisian chic, we think. Mais, oui! Isabel Marant Yosemite Alpaca Navajo Cardigan, £635.00, available at Matches.

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Who wore it best? Kelly Rowland vs Terri Seymour in Aurelio Costarella

by on 21st August 2011 0 comments

By now we know how hard it is for a celebrity to wear a unique dress that no one else on the planet will ever wear (unless you’re Ginnifer Goodwin in a one-off Topshop dress!). So it must be even harder for a starlet when someone younger and with more star power than you dons a  identical dress a few weeks after your debut. This scenario happened to Terri Seymour, model and TV presenter, but mostly known for being one of Simon Cowell’s ex-girlfriends. She opted for the ‘Paris’ dress from Aurelio Costarella on the red carpet in LA. Her younger counterpart, in the same stunning one-shouldered dress, was none other than new X-Factor UK judge and former Destiny’s Child member Kelly Rowland. Kelly wore the dress to celebrate the release of her new album ‘Here I am.’ In an odd twist, both women styled the dress in pretty much exactly the same fashion – nude heels, a subtle bracelet and dark flowing tresses. Both beauties could have opted for a colourful pair of heels to make the beaded blush dress really pop against their skin tone The only question that remains is who wore this blush ‘Paris’ Aurelio Costarella dress best?

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Hastings Bowling Bag: Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous!

by on 19th October 2013 0 comments

Now THIS is what I’m talking about. I love an oversized bag to work in the day and this Hastings Bowling Bag is right on the fashion money for next season. With its stand out style and rich burgundy leather this is a definitely must-have. Not only can you slip it in the crook of your elbow, its across-the-body strap will allow you to work it in a much more laid back manner. Its sumptuous gold branded hardware compliments the rich burgundy tone, and will work effortlessly against the new season’s statement outerwear and texture play mishmash ensembles. There’s also a lot of bag here for the money (a not so hefty price tag of £299) which is a rare, if delightful, treat. It’s also got versatility on its side. Work it as that over-night bag for that weekend trip to Paris, and feel that whatever you’re wearing and wherever you are, you’re bound to look practical yet extremely stylish. The Hastings Bowling Bag will definitely be hitting my handbag wish-list for next season. Which number will it be on yours? Hastings Bowling Bag, £299, available from Jaeger

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Vivienne Westwood knocks Kate Middleton off her throne

by on 9th August 2011 0 comments

Before you read the title and assume the royal marriage is now defunct, read on. Kate is still very much married to Britain’s most eligible bachelor and she still has to curtsey before the woman with a penchant for pastels and lady like handbags: Queenie. But the woman: our future- squeakily clean and perfect dimple sporting – queen has recently come into the spotlight for matters other than her immaculate Reiss and Whistles ensembles. Simultaneous firing from the fashion gentry, criticising Kate’s elevated style status, overindulged eyeliner and ‘thrifty’ trait has been interesting. See, in fashion, it is believed some people have the ‘right’ to comment and reflect, while others should silence their opinions for lack of a Vogue subscription. In my opinion: Kate Middleton is good at being as normal as they get. ‘They’ being the girls, who shop in local supermarkets, wear the same dress on more than one occasion and even agree to wear silly hats to match their husbands – who in Kate’s case just happens to be a prince. That’s all. If anything, there is a heightened need for Kate to maintain normality when reflecting on the haunting past of her late mother-in-law. In an interview with Sunday Times magazine, fashion veteran Vivienne Westwood spoke of her disagreement with Kate’s heavily kohl-rimmed eyes. This followed on from the comments made by Dutch design duo, Viktor & Rolf, who pleaded with Kate to de-kohl in order to let her natural beauty shine though. A fair criticism, considering there have been times I have seen images of Kate with her eye makeup looking stark in comparison to her rosy complexion, but you have to applaud her confidence for going DIY with the makeup brushes – even on her wedding day! But it isn’t so much Kate’s makeup […]

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Rachel McAdams is adorable in Azzaro

by on 19th May 2011 0 comments

Er, when did Rachel McAdams get so cute? The actress has been pulling out all the stops at Cannes over the last week, but last night she hop-footed to New York for the private screening of her new Woody Allen film Midnight in Paris, where she wore a black jumpsuit from Azzaro’s AW11 collection to the after party. The simple shape is perfect for Rachel’s petite figure, and the sheer-panelled button-up front provide just enough sexiness – but it’s the wallop of whimsy that’s got us ‘aww-ing’. That silk bow tie and those super-curly short locks look like they’ve come straight out of the cutest Twenties slapstick we’ve ever seen. Accessorising with black patent Louboutins, naturally, and punchy peach lipstick, we reckon she looks utterly charming. A lesson, ladies, in how to be adorable, effortless and chic. [poll id=”119″]

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Cannes 2011: Best Dressed (pt 1)

by on 18th May 2011 0 comments

One of the most prestigious film – and fashion – events of the year has begun. Yes, after kicking off on Wednesday, the exclusive Cannes Film Festival is well under way, and so is the red carpet action that always incurs at the lavish two-week ceremony. Our favourite occasion in the calendar – the dresses are more daring, the glamour’s knocked up a notch and the risque rises with the utmost chic – the A list have been presenting the very best of red carpet couture in their masses. And with two days of serious sartorial success under its belt already, our selection for the first part of our best dressed list has been particularly hard, but not for lack of gorgeousness. From Rachel McAdams’ many hits to Uma Thurman in Versace, see below for our favourite picks from Cannes so far… Rachel McAdams Rachel McAdams hit the red carpet with her man Michael Sheen to promote their new film Midnight in Paris looking every inch the Hollywood star.  The Mean Girls actress wore a breathtakingly beautiful sheer gown with embroidered red lace by Marchesa. Together with her gold Casadei courts and voluminus curly hair she looked the epitome of old school Hollywood glamour.   Uma Thurman Attending the Midnight in Paris premiere Uma Thurman pulled out all the stops. Looking stunning in an an angelic custom-made white Versace gown, complete with a feathered train, Uma totally show the show on the red carpet. Even the actress herself knew how great she looked – when photographers complimented her dress, she said, “It’s sexy isn’t it?”   Angelina Jolie Angelina is a rare sighting on the red carpet these days but her appearance at Cannes yesterday to promote her new film Kung Fu Panda 2 showed she hasn’t lost he touch when it comes to ultra elegant dressing. The queen of simplicity, she looked understated […]

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Kids’ Choice Awards 2011: Best Dressed

by on 5th April 2011 0 comments

Every year the celebs turn out in full force to celebrate the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards in Los Angeles, and whilst it might not be the Oscars, it doesn’t stop the attendees upping the fashion stakes in fantastic form. With such a young and cool atmosphere, heavy long gowns and Chopard jewels were out in favour of fresh, youthful looks at this year’s 24th awards, all set for the spring season ahead. We’ve scoured the orange carpet for pictures of our favourite fashionistas from the weekend’s ceremony, so without further ado, here are the emerging style setters that stole the show at the 2011 Kids’ Choice Awards. Welcome to our top 10 best dressed list… Selena Gomez Selena was a real winner on the night in this outfit. Her Christian Cota shorts and top combo looked fantastic paired with her electric blue Camilla Skovgaard strappy sandals. Fresh, young and the best dressed on the night. Miley Cyrus Miley looked fresh and summery in her colourful strapless dress by Dolce and Gabbana. She can sometimes dress too old for her age on the red carpet, but this look is perfectly appropriate. Pixie Lott Pixie looks cute and playful is this adorable Miu Miu dress. The heart print and quirky collar give her an edge over many of the other looks seen on the night. Black strappy shoes and a long black shoulder bag complete her look. Kim Kardashian Kim showed off her killer curves in this Azzedine Alaia white ruffled dress. The colour looks great against her skin tone and she accessorized well with a beautiful Adriana Castro python clutch. This is definitely one of the most carefree looks we’ve seen from Kim in a while. Heidi Klum Heidi looked effortlessly chic in this fantastically-embellished Gucci mini dress. The spiky detailing gives a […]

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Kate Moss lights up on the catwalk

by on 10th March 2011 0 comments

Kate Moss has always been known for her rebelling streak, so naturally, on National No Smoking Day, the international style icon could be seen puffing away on a nasty nicotine stick at Paris Fashion Week – didn’t fancy quitting for just one day Kate, eh? As Moss strut her stuff down the Louis Vuitton catwalk for the brand’s latest AW11 collection, the model could be seen happily puffing away in a rather erotic get-up, as she closed the show yesterday. The 37 year-old returned to the runway for Marc Jacobs after a three year break from the catwalk limelight, but judging by those skimpy hot-pants and laced up booties, she definitely proved she’s still got what it takes to wow a crowd, reports the Daily Mail. Well, she is Kate Moss after all.

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Do you remember?: the clog

by on 19th October 2013 0 comments

Ever look back and wonder why you wore that? So do we. This week we’re casting our minds back to the trends we wish we’d never laid eyes on, the one hit wonders we wish we’d never worn, and the ones we’re well-rid of. Only if you live in Holland and have grown accustom to these hideous wooden items of footwear are you forgiven for favouring the dreaded clog. As for the rest of us, there was no excuse for the unwelcomed return of this awful backless shoe last spring – which made way for a rather unwelcomed fashion trend we’d soon forget. Other than the Seventies, there was a brief spell in the mid-Nineties when clogs suddenly became fashionable again, so this in itself should suggest some things are better left well alone – absence definitely doesn’t make the heart grow fonder for these little mules. But where Parisian fashion giants Chanel are concerned, the clog was the perfect footwear frame for last year’s SS11 collection, with nearly every outfit finished off with a pair of these ankle breaking disasters. Not only are they difficult to walk in, you’re guaranteed almost certain injury with every step you take – but hey, who cares, right? A broken ankle here, a twisted foot there, it’s all in the name of fashion, dahling! Yeah right. These were by far the worst comeback disaster of last year (especially after the high street did them to death) – and one we won’t be reliving anytime soon.

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Do you remember?: trucker hats

by on 19th October 2013 0 comments

Ever look back and wonder why you wore that? So do we. This week we’re casting our minds back to the trends we wish we’d never laid eyes on, the one hit wonders we wish we’d never worn, and the ones we’re well-rid of. Straw boaters, trilbys, bowler hats – trendy headwear comes and goes, usually depending on the season and who the hottest indie band of the moment is (thank the Kooks for the straw trilby). But as floppy Seventies hats become the only hat to be seen in this season, it’s hard to believe that, once upon a time, trucker caps were ever the hat of choice. Back in the early Noughties every celeb from Lindsay Lohan and Paris Hilton to Ashton Kutcher and David Beckham were seen sporting them. Originally worn by American lorry drivers, the hats generally featured “witty” slogans or cartoon designs in bright colours and overly padded fabrics. They weren’t the most flattering of hats, yet they still somehow gained a loyal A-list following – and still do in some cases (Britney Spears and the Jersey Shore cast, we’re talking to you). Even uber-polished and preened Victoria Beckham regularly donned a trucker cap over her long extensions back in her WAG days – we bet she turns red at the mere memory now. This is one trend we truly hope never resurfaces – red-neck chic doesn’t even have a ring to it.

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Michael Kors opens his first store in France

by on 8th March 2011 0 comments

American designer Michael Kors certainly has something to smile about these days after opening his first store in Paris on rue Saint-Honore yesterday – we’d be sporting a pretty huge grin too. The store’s within short walking distance from Colette and stands as his largest store in his 175-shop global chain, with an impressive 7,000 square foot radius and two storeys high – it definitely makes a fashionable impression on the Parisian front. Kitted out in gleaming white glass and chrome interior, with zebra-skin rugs and black and white photographs galore, it looks as if Michael has favoured the monochrome style touch for this one. Inside you can find all the treasures you desire from the designer’s complete collections, including his diffusion line, Michael by Michael Kors; his main line, and all his accessories, jewellery and fragrances. But as a little something extra – he knows how the French love their little pet pooches – Kors has designed a new range of dog-carriers in canvas and leather with matching leads, especially for his new store. And with his new Madison Avenue store now open on the corner of 67th street in New York, followed closely by his new London lifestyle store on Regent Street opening in two weeks’ time, reports the Telegraph, it looks as if the Kors empire hasn’t finished expanding just yet.

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First look: Blake Lively for Chanel Mademoiselle

by on 7th March 2011 0 comments

After what seems like months of waiting – in fact it’s been just two – the first Blake Lively for Chanel Mademoiselle campaign has been released, and it’s every bit as smokin’ as we expected. Fronting the luxury French label’s new Mademoiselle handbag line – which doesn’t look half bad itself – Blake was shot by Karl Lagerfeld for the first in the series of spring campaigns in which she stares seductively into a panelled mirror in a black feathered dress and a patent red quilted bag. The ads are bowing in print mags and online this week and next, and will continue to roll out through until early June, WWD reports. Meanwhile, Blake was in Paris on Saturday to attend Chanel’s private dinner hosted by Karl in her honour – and it seems they make quite the pairing. “I have such a respect for fashion and such an appreciation for it that if there are people like Karl Lagerfeld out there designing, who am I?” she asks. “I want to bow down to them and be a representative for them if they’ll have me.” See below for more reasons to love Ms. Lively: “When I have bad days, I just eat lots of chocolate ice cream and dance to the ‘Lion King’ soundtrack. It’s really odd, but it’s true.” See, she is one of us. She just happens to be better looking. And have a small fortune in the bank.

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Dior presents Galliano’s last ever collection

by on 19th March 2011 0 comments

Despite the controversy, Dior presented its show according to schedule in Paris this afternoon – a sign of defiance to any disbelievers that the show must, and indeed will, go on. And as the house geared up to show the last ever collection crafted by dismissed creative director John Galliano, the pressure to perform under crisis was on. But the wild clapping and standing ovation received by the team of 40 or so ‘petites mains’, clad in white lab coats, who took to the runway to receive applause in place of the designer’s bow was proof that, perhaps, Dior had pulled it off. In light of Galliano’s anti-Semitic remarks and the chaos that’s ensued, Dior CEO Sidney Toledano made a quick appearance to address the audience and the past week’s events before the show started with a poignant statement. “What has happened over the last week has been a terrible and wrenching ordeal for us all. “It has been deeply painful to see the Dior name associated with the disgraceful statements attributed to its designer, however brilliant he may be. “Such statements are intolerable because of our collective duty to never forget the Holocaust and its victims, and because of the respect for human dignity that is owed to each person and to all peoples. “These statements have deeply shocked and saddened all at Dior who give body and soul to their work, and it is particularly painful that they have come from someone so admired for his remarkable creative talent,” he read. And then it was lights down as the show began, led by Dior girl Karlie Kloss in a dramatic cape and knee-length knickerbockers. It wasn’t, perhaps, the house’s best collection in terms of clothes – some critics have dubbed it a bit “sub-dued” with “no strong point […]

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