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Midweek Moodboard: Coveting cut-out pieces

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

If you’ve been toning your abs in the gym a’ la Miley Cyrus but aren’t quite ready to adopt her way of dressing just yet (it essentially involves a lot of skin and not much else… not actually “dressing” at all, come to think of it) then you can do so in a more subtle way: a cut out dress! This also applies to you if you have a fab tan from your hols and you want some of your skin to poke through your clothes and shoes in a tasteful and on-trend way too. And even if you don’t want to flash the flesh and literally just want to get on board with the trend for the heck of it, then we have items for that too: try a cut out belt or cuff…  dramatic, versatile and a great value for money; you’ll be wearing them season after season! Here are a few cut out pieces that we’re totally loving right now: Sequin cut out dress, £49, Rare available at Topshop Plum cut out vest, £30, available at Miss Selfridge Tan cut out top, £7, Izabel London available at House of Fraser Pleat bodice cut out dress, £20, available at Miss Selfridge Purple swimsuit, £420, Yves Saint Laurent available at Harrods Laser cut suede sandals, £36, Dune available at House of Fraser Gold cut out cuff, £3, available at Miss Selfridge Tan waist belt, £55, Ted Baker available at House of Fraser

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Midweek Moodboard: Sexy sixties!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

Looks like Geordie Queen Cheryl Cole has once again found herself on our Midweek Moodboard, giving us style inspiration! Can you blame us? A few months ago, we were seriously crushing on her love of neon, but now it’s all about seeking inspiration from that wonderful decade known as the sixties! Don’t worry, you don’t have to get your abs out a’ la Chez to channel a sexy sixties siren… you can do it the more conservative way too! Cheryl has inspired us go on a quest for short and bright mini skirts and zany heels – and we reckon we did alright! Take a look at some of the items we found below: Yellow wrap skirt, £270, Diane von Furstenberg available at Net a Porter Stripe bustier top, £35, available at Lipsy Beatles vest, £24, available at Miss Selfridge Floral shift dress, £40, available at Oasis Platform boots, £68, available at Schuh Colour block crepe dress, £475, Victoria Victoria Beckham available at Net a Porter Sequin mini skirt, £45, available at Topshop

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Spotlight on: Simone Rocha

by on 14th January 2015 Comments are Disabled

As London Fashion Week is fast approaching (where has the time gone?!) we thought we’d put this week’s designer spotlight on someone who made one heck of an impression last season…  and that person is Dublin-born Simone Rocha. She may have inherited her eye for fashion and detail from her designer father John Rocha, but Simone definitely got to where she is today on her own merits. Her work is instantly recognised as being a more modern extension of her father’s work, with the use of PVC, lace and metallics in her latest collection proving that she is taking a more contemporary and somewhat masculine route. The 2010 Central Saint Martins graduate only made her London Fashion Week debut when she showed her Spring/Summer and Autumn/Winter 2011 collections with Fashion East, but has fast become one of the designers we are looking forward to the most this season. And let’s not forget her gorgeous capsule collection for Topshop that launched in September last year, which proves that she is a versatile designer who is just as capable of catering to the high street too. It’s not just us who love Simone Rocha – the celebs can’t seem to get enough of her either, as Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Rita Ora and Lily Cole are just some of her famous fans that have been spotted in her designs. Keep your eyes peeled for her new-season collection; we predict great things!

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Six sizzling sale items for you to snap up right now!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

It’s Friday, Friday… and as Rebecca Black would say, “gotta get down on Friday.” Except we’re referring to “getting down” to the shop so you can snap up these awesome items that have just gone in the sale. They’re all perfect to add that essential wow factor finishing touch to your outfit. Whether you’re in need of a pretty, pastel piece of arm candy or just need to pop some colour in by way of some bright wedges, this week’s sale edit definitely has it covered. We don’t imagine they will stick around for long though, so if you see anything you like in your size, we suggest you whip the credit card out sooner rather than later before someone else beats you to it. (Like us!) 1. Spot Peter Pan dress, £39.50, £22, available at Dorothy Perkins 2. Yellow pattern dress, £59, £25, Yuki available at Topshop 3. Lace blazer, £415, £168, MSGM available at The Corner 4. Brass ring, £92, £46, Fiona Paxton available at The Outnet 5. Peep toe wedges, £35.99, £22.99, available at AX Paris 6. Pink bag, £1,030, £515, Nina Ricci available at The Corner  

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Midweek Moodboard: Arabian Nights

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

While watching Disney’s Aladdin last night (yep, that totally happened!) we got a little bit inspired by the Arabic-themed way of dressing and wondered how we could incorporate it into our wardrobes. We’ve selected a few of our fave Arabian Nights inspired pieces just in case you too feel inclined to channel Princess Jasmine on your next night out on the town. Think jewels, embellishment, bold and rich colours, tassels, and of course a splash of that turquoise hue that makes up Princess Jasmine’s signature outfit. Why don’t our own royals dress like that, eh? We digress. Here’s what we found: Metallic scallop top, £38, available at Lipsy Fuchsia chunky bangle, £2, available at New Look Turquoise stone cocktail ring, £12, Jane Norman available at House of Fraser Purple tassel ended scarf, £6, available at Yours Clothing Red jewel neck dress, £22, Little Mistress available at USC Sequin clutch, £80, French Connection available at John Lewis Embellished cami top, £42, available at Topshop Marrakesh Madonna ring, £982, available at Boticca Turquoise strappy sandals, £70, Carvela available at ASOS [Image] 

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6 perfect, pretty high street playsuits!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

The playsuit, in our opinion, is the best of both worlds. It allows you to expose your newly bronzed legs (it doesn’t matter whether your tan is false or real) and not worry about a gust of wind exposing your underwear. No embarrassing moments whatsoever! They also do exactly what they say on the tin: they’re playful! When has anyone not felt pretty, girly, fun, and flirty in a playsuit? Never. That’s when! Best of all, they’re just as good for your holiday in 30-plus degrees of sunshine as they are back home in Blighty. No seriously, hear us out. Pair a playsuit with some plain tights (or patterned if it’s a plainer playsuit… try saying that really fast after a cocktail or two!) and a fun cardi for a perfect sun to chill transition. And best of all, you can get all six of our playsuits from the high street. No breaking the bank/guilt necessary! 1. Black and white playsuit, £40, Little Mistress available at Bank 2. Sequin playsuit, £74, Rare available at Topshop 3. Orange peplum detail playsuit, £42, available at Miss Selfridge 4. Frill strappy playsuit, £42, available at Miss Selfridge 5. Scottie dog playsuit, £48, available at Topshop 6. Zip colour block playsuit, £39, available at Miss Selfridge

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Three ways to wear… the college sweater

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

As a lot of you are graduating this summer, we thought we’d continue to embrace the university/college theme we introduced yesterday. We love the classic college sweater, but even if you don’t have one from an actual place of further education, you can totally fake it. There’s quite a few currently on sale, but this Alana Sweater from Abercrombie and Fitch gets our vote for today. It comes in a few different colours, but we went for the grey as we thought it was quite diverse and the styling opportunities were virtually endless. You can go quite preppy with the classic college sweater, or you can go slightly edgier if that’s more your thing. Carry it around to keep out the chill on a summer’s day or work it into your outfit from the start… you’ll definitely get a lot of use out of it. Here are just three ways to wear it… Green satin shorts, £70, Alice + Olivia  available at The Outnet; Sleeveless polo shirt, £168, Stella McCartney available at The Outnet; Nude cork wedges, £24.99, available at New Look Stripe skater dress, £24.99, Quiz available at House of Fraser; Gold and wood bangles, £12, Tyler available at Aftershock; Brown and gold sandals, £45, Esprit available at Zalando Scallop crop top, £28, available at Topshop; Black stud wedges, £45, available at Dorothy Perkins; Wet look leggings, £18, available at Topshop

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6 monochrome Graduation-ready dresses

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

This post is dedicated to all you clever clogs’ who will be graduating later this summer. We know that Graduation can be a bit daunting (we’ve been there, done it and got the T-shirt diploma) and apart from hoping you don’t trip on stage while accepting your certificate, we know that choosing an outfit to wear is at the top of the list of concerns. Therefore, we’ve decided to make it easy for you with 6 failsafe, can’t-go-wrong monochrome(ish) dresses. We think it’s probably best to keep your colour palette relatively simple to start off with, just in case you haven’t seen your gown and you clash with it. Buttons are quite handy for keeping the dreaded gown on, and collars are a fab way of instantly adding the smart factor to your gorgeous dress, although neither is essential. Congrats and good luck to everyone who will be graduating these next few months! 1. Black/white collar dress, £26, available at Dorothy Perkins 2. Black embellished collar dress, £42, available at Dorothy Perkins 3. Cream Marina dress, £56, Goldie available at Topshop 4. Cream and navy lace dress,  £24, Pussycat available at House of Fraser 5. Cap sleeve tunic dress, £20, available at Topshop. (Style tip: team with a snazzy belt or detachable collar to jazz it up!) 6. Stud collar dress, £42, available at Miss Selfridge

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Top ten funky leggings

by on 5th June 2016 Comments are Disabled

Even if you’re not a huge advocate of leggings, we have a feeling that you may just change your mind once you take a peek at our selection of the funkiest and snazziest beauties currently around. Some people just think “Zumba”, “equestrian” and “maternity” when they look at leggings, which is then closely followed by a mild shudder, but we promise you, there are some fashionable leggings out there too – our selection above more than proves it! We would never throw away our pair of trusty black leggings (when paired with the right posterior-covering sparkly top on a night out, they prove quite fashionable) but we sometimes get bored of them too. This is why we’ve sought after ten shiny, sparkly, printed and generally fabulous pairs to try and tempt even the most legging-phobic of you. 1. Houndstooth print leggings, £22, Therapy available at House of Fraser 2. Snake metallic leggings, £22, available at Topshop 3. Mixed tie dye leggings, £20, available at Topshop 4. One by One sequined leggings, £195, Sass & Bide available at Net a Porter 5. Union Jack print leggings, £22, available at Topshop 6. Metallic Aztec leggings, £22, available at Topshop 7. Leopard and houndstooth print leggings, £98, McQ by Alexander McQueen available at Farfetch 8. Black and white stripe leggings, £12.99, available at Quiz 9. Stars and stripes leggings, £9.99, available at Quiz 10. Black and white cross leggings, £9.99, available at Quiz

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Rate or Slate: Demi Lovato, Mischa Barton and Britney Spears

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

This week’s Rate or Slate is somewhat ironic if you think about what two of the girls under our style microscope are actually up to right now. First, we have Demi Lovato, who as a new X Factor USA mentor will be used to passing judgment on others by now, but the roles are reversed for today. She wore a bright orange Topshop dress and leather jacket, which she teamed with some sky-high boots and a rather interesting hairdo. Next up is Mischa Barton (but she’ll always be Marissa Cooper to us), who turned up to an Aston Martin event in a white Temperley London gown teamed with some bulky tan coloured shoes. Finally, we have Miss Britney Spears, who decided to wear yet another Herve Leger dress to the X Factor USA auditions. What did everyone make of their looks, you ask? Let’s find out: Amy of Wolf Whistle says: Demi: ‘I can’t think of anything vitriolic or especially gushing to say about Demi here. She’s wearing Topshop, the coral looks nice against her gorgeous skin, I like her cool retro hair. It’s a bit girl-next-door-in-expensive-shoes but she looks genuinely great. Well played, Demi, you cutie/how boring for me.’ Mischa: ‘Oh, Mischa Barton. It’s true that I derive great joy out of disliking you but seriously: you are SO ANNOYING in the most limp way ever. Mischa is like the human equivalent of a dying flower. Today she’s a wilting lily, jilted at the altar because she was wearing shoes the colour of hotdog relish. Run, groom, run!’ Britney: ‘I’m pretty sure that Britney Spears has posed for photos before so I’m not sure why she’s standing like her mum is taking a proud snap before her first day of school. I wore a school uniform and Britney is […]

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Midweek Moodboard: Polka Dots

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

After peeking the Yayoi Kusama for Louis Vuitton collection (and even those Children in Need T-shirts some of our fave designers are creating) we are positively obsessed with all things polka dot right now. Therefore picking a theme to base our Midweek Moodboard on this Wednesday has never been easier. If you think spots are just those pesky things you get on your face when you’re a teenager, then hopefully we can help you change your mind. Minnie Mouse was onto something when she donned that red and white polka dot dress. A fashion icon back then and to this very day; polka dots have never been far from the catwalks of the world and we predict there’ll always be a place for them both on the runway and in our wardrobes. Take a look at some of our current favourite spotty finds: Yellow polka dot playsuit, £15, AX Paris available at House of Fraser Polka dot dress, £34, Wal G available at Topshop Cream peter pan polka dot top, £25, available at Dorothy Perkins Royal blue peplum dress, £24.99, available at Quiz Pop legacy shoes, £30, Abandon available at USC Black and blue polka dot bangle, £31, Marc by Marc Jacobs available at Stylebop

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Inject the wow factor into your summer wardrobe with these 5 hot pieces

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

Apparently, it’s summer! You wouldn’t think it if you gazed out the window but believe it or not, it is! Even though the weathergods haven’t been kind to us these days, we’ve still put together 5 essential wow factor summer wardrobe pieces just in case you’re jetting out the country and are heading to sunnier climes. If you’re glass half full kinda gals and believe that the summer is still salvageable in good old Blighty, then this is perfect for you too. So, we say enjoy your wellies and rain-proof outfits (Burberry has taught us that the rain can be stylish too) for now, but keep these items on standby for when the sun finally decides to come out of hiding! 1. Collar playsuit, £38, Little Mistress available at USC 2. Peach dip back maxi skirt, £40, available at Topshop 3. Fit and flare dress, £40, available at Oasis 4. Palm print wedges, £95, L.K Bennett available at John Lewis 5. Chelsea oversized sunglasses, £132, House of Harlow available at Amazon

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Midweek Moodboard: Barbie pink a’ la Blake Lively

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

This is most definitely not cheating, and the “must stop blogging about every single item Blake Lively is wearing on her Savages promo tour” goal we set ourselves isn’t proving difficult at all, honest. Shifty eyes… Ok, we admit that we’ve been besotted with Blake Lively’s wardrobe recently, but one look we didn’t manage to rant and rave about which we feel deserves extra attention was her hot pink Lanvin one! We’ve always regarded Blake as a bit of a Barbie, with her blonde locks, legs that go on for decades and very ample, generous chest.  So, seeing her in a hot pink Barbie ready-ensemble was the icing on the cake. We want some Blake/Barbie in our lives too, so we’ve selected some pieces that should help us get one step closer to our plastic fantastic childhood best friend. Here goes… Team Barbie vest, £22, available at Miss Selfridge Hot pink oversize sunglasses, £16, available at Topsbop Cascade chiffon dress, £196.50, Raoul available at Farfetch Pink pearl bangle, £3.99, available at AX Paris Pink racer-back dress, £104, McQ available at Alexander McQueen Bow back playsuit, £10, available at Miss Selfridge Pink peep toe heels, £90, Dune available at Zalando [Image]

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Get Sarah Harding’s playsuit and creepers look

by on 19th May 2013 Comments are Disabled

Enough with the Cheryl Cole love – time to give some of the other Girls Aloud members some attention, we think. Luckily, just as we were realising this, Sarah Harding stepped out in good old London town in an adorable denim romper, teamed with some pink, white and black creepers. We know what you’re thinking, but we can confirm that the sun you see lurking in the background was indeed in London last week! Anyway, we applaud Sarah’s footwear choice; not only are her creepers something different to the classic wedge, but they’re totally Karl Lagerfeld approved, as the latest Chanel Resort collection was full of them. Take a look for yourself if you don’t believe us. So, next time the sun comes out to play, why don’t you channel Sarah Harding with this cute, playful but slightly alternative look? Here’s what you’ll need: Acid denim playsuit, £35, MOTO available at Topshop Suede and neon wedge creepers, £87, Underground available at ASOS Lace crop top, £14, available at Topshop Wayfarer 2140 special series, £120, Ray Ban available at Style Passport

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The summer sale shop our edit!

by on 18th April 2018 Comments are Disabled

The summer sales are well and truly upon us, and for all those stylish bargain-hunting mavens looking to snap us some tasty sale treats, our Friday edit is here to cheer up your wardrobe. Looking for a sharp blazer in an eye popping, pick-me-up shade, or maybe you’re after a pretty dress perfect for a summer soiree? We’ve made it easy with our summer sale shop edit! Look-at-me summer accessories are a must have for adding some zing to those moody-hued fall outfits your already planning, being ahead of the style curve and all that, so the Stella McCartney ‘Falabella’ silk striped fold-over clutch is the perfect pocket friendly investment. From high street to high end, snap us this season’s style free of a guilty conscience and overworked bank balance! 1. Isabel Marant Agora fringed poncho top, £630 £441, Matches 2. Sparkle Babs Pencil Skirt, £77 £51.50 3. Rag & Bone 42nd Street jacket, £370 £222, Matches 4. Kite Stitch Pleather Bag, £90 £60.50. French Connection 5. Kara Bell Sleeve Shirt, £89 £59, Reiss 6. Lace Overlay Dress, £220 £125, Jaeger 7. Moto High Waist  Peppermint Jamie Jeans, £40 £25, Topshop 8. Acne Handmade Sunglasses, £235, £120, Browns 9. Charles Phillip Peru woven striped dress slippers, £105 £65, Browns 10. Stella McCartney ‘Falabella’ silk striped fold-over clutch, £530 £320 11. Harlequin Lace Up Suede Sandal, £350 £245, Kurt Geiger

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To-die-for maxi skirts you need in your wardrobe!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

Leg-lengthening; breezy; swishy and dream like are a few ways to describe this season’s maxi skirt. Doused in bright colour or splashed in delectable prints, we’ve let go of the micro approach, and decided to max it out! (Pardon the pun.) Versatile when it comes to styling; perfect for the allergic-to-pants population and quite frankly our best summer friend, we’ve picked the maxis to snap up right away! Perfect for heels or sandals, off-duty or office drinks; however you choose to wear the maxi skirt, it’s set to be a repeat offender in your wardrobe, albeit a stylish one. 1. Vince silk maxi skirt, £308, Matches 2. Molly sheer print maxi skirt, £110 £55, Reiss 3. Jil Sander pleated crepe maxi skirt, £1,310 £524, The Outnet 4. Orchid floral drop maxi skirt, £48, Topshop 5. Naveen printed maxi skirt, £149, Reiss 6. Etro Exclusive: Floral printed crepe silk maxi-skirt, £1.135 £570, Browns 7. Catherine Malandrino pleated chiffon maxi skirt, £585 £204.75, The Outnet 8. Dip dye maxi skirt, £36, Topshop

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Budget vs Bank Breaking beach beautiful style!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

Blew your budget on a holiday with breathtaking views and cocktails on tap, and now you’re fretting about the lack of stylish pieces in your suitcase? Or maybe your getaway was bargain and now you want to splurge on an all-eyes-on-me holiday wardrobe, but stuck for ideas? Well you’re in the right place, because you won’t want to check in until you haven’t checked out our pick of beautiful beach buys to suit every budget! If you want to make a serious statement when sunbathing on the sand but haven’t quite got the cash to splash, then our budget beach beautiful buys are perfect. Check out that nifty bikini beach set from Stylistpick; talk about killing three (fashion) birds with one easy click! Or if the money gods are being generous, and you’ve got enough loose change leftover to warrant a holiday wardrobe to rival Kim Kardashian’s, then our blowout beach buys will ensure you’re suitably kitted out to watch the sunset on the beach, A-lister style. BUDGET 1. Safiyah bikini beach set, £40, Stylistpick; 2. Red knitted playsuit cover up, £26, Topshop; 3. Kenway stripe wide brim sun hat, £45, Reiss; 4. DVF 1974 Printed beach towel, £88 £61, Matches; 5. Felix Snake Mix Sandals, £40, Topshop BANK BREAKERS 1. Thierry Colson Eva floral cotton dress, £445, Matches; 2. M Missoni printed swimsuit, £385£173.25; 3. Alexander McQueen Woven leather sandals. £750 £375, The Outnet; 4. L Farrow X Charlotte Olympia Feather sunglasses, £237, Matches; 5. Maison Michel ‘Destroyed’ woven straw sun hat, £370, Browns; 6. Snake tote, £50, Kurt Geiger; 7. Maslin Zebra hide towel with leather holster, £240, Browns

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3 ways to style the CWT (Crisp White Shirt)

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

A serious style staple and definitely the most versatile piece in a fashionista’s wardrobe, the crisp white shirt can work wonders when looking for a style update. As it’s far from being a one-wear-then-only-stare-at purchase, and yes, it may evoke memories of the dreaded underlay for your school uniform; but the CWT is back with a grown up vengeance! Think school girl graduated, and opt for a chic, tailored version in either a luxe silk, or easy cotton. We love this Theory Lerea cotton-blend shirt for ticking all the right style boxes and being the perfect option for dressing up or down. Here are three ways to style the CWT to ensure you can get as further away from after-school detention as possible! Desk-worthy Theory Lerea cotton-blend shirt, £195 £87.75, The Outnet; Ponte Rolled Sleeve Blazer, £40, Topshop; McQ Alexander McQueen leather midi skirt, £645, Matches; Jane Seventies Block Court, £80, French Connection Drinks with girls-worthy Shirt (as above); MOTO Turquoise Skinny Leigh Jeans, £38, Topshop; Loewe Floral Baroque-print purse, £295 £206, Matches; Elm pumps, £220 £155, Kurt Geiger Summer stroll-worthy  Shirt (as above); Lanvin washed leather belt, £310 £217, Matches; Naveen printed maxi skirt, £149, Reiss; Milly sandal, £55, Kurt Geiger

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Kick off Wimbledon in style with the Tennis Chic edit!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

It’s that time of year again, when we watch a strenuous sport while gorging on lush strawberries and cream! Whether you’re a spectator or a future Wimbledon star looking for on or off court style advice, we’re here to help! Sporty fashion has been one of the biggest trends for summer, and with the Olympics around the corner and Wimbledon kicking off today, it’s no surprise we’re in the mood for athletic attire! Fashionable athletic attire, may we add. You could look to last year’s most talked Wimbledon watcher, the lady with the pert derriere and killer wardrobe to boot, Pippa Middleton, who also decided to follow in her older sister’s thrifty footsteps and recycle a red dress she wore to two different days at Wimbledon. A killer spectator dress will make for some fun watching, surely! Whatever your style or sporting aspirations for Wimbledon 2012, take a little inspiration from our Tennis Chic edit to ace it both on and off the court. (Pun intended.) 1. Lisella lace skirt, £87 £58.50, available at French Connection 2. Dip dye visor, £15, available at Asos 3. Proenza Schouler Striped raffia polo shirt with eel skin details, £665 £335, available at Browns 4. Fluro piping skater dress, £55, available at Topshop 5. Stila pleated dress, £189, available at Reiss 6. Sensi Studio classic Panama hat, £88, available at Matches 7. A.L.C Jasper striped cashmere cardigan, £485 £169.75, available at The Outnet 8. ‘Helen’ Converse, £50 £35, available at Kurt Geiger 9. Arte pleat skirt, £44, available at French Connection 10.Meredith Wendell Washed-denim duffle bag, £440 £154, available at The Outnet 11. Airtex Mix Hooded Bomber Jacket, £30, available at Topshop 12. Catwalk sunglasses, £60 £30, available at Jaeger 13. Kurly sandal, £75, available at Kurt Geiger

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What to wear…for a garden party

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

Whether you’re making merry with a posh picnic in a country park, or having a quiet affair with loved ones in a cosy garden, the proof won’t be in the lavender cake pudding, but rather in the garb you show up in! Garden parties are fairly relaxed affairs (unless you’re a male resident of Buckingham Palace, in which case you’ll be wearing a silly suit and marching everywhere), so we’d like to channel our inner lady and bring to the garden party table a touch of femininity with dainty print. ‘Polite’ fashion is what we like to call it; a summer-perfect, demure dress complete with a polished clutch and ladylike heels. Outfit at the ready, now to locate the cake pile amongst the pretty flowerbeds! Erdem Inga floral printed and sequin embellished dress, £1,935 £1,160, available at Browns Tibet block heel sandals, £110 £55, available at French Connection Diane Von Furstenberg Tonda tweed clutch, £263 £184, available at Matches Cat eye sunglasses, £16, available at Topshop

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Midweek Moodboard: Military inspiration

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

To coincide with Armed Forces Day on Saturday 30th June, we decided to take a look at some military inspired pieces for our moodboard feature this week. We love the thought of injecting a bit of khaki and camouflage into our summer wardrobes – adding even one piece to an outfit is great for instantly toughening up a look. Plus, some of the hottest celebs have been getting on board with the trend too – need we remind you that Cheryl Cole, Rihanna and Katy Perry are just a few of the fierce and fabulous ladies that have been rocking army-inspired gear recently? Take a look at some of our hot picks below – and don’t forget to show your support for our boys and girls in the military. Click here for more deets. Stone Army boots, £46, available at Spartoo Camouflage sequined dress, £500, Ashish available at Browns Camouflage scarf, £248.50, Alexander McQueen available at Liberty Soldier crop top, £30, Illustrated People available at Topshop Military blazer, £60, Firetrap available at USC Gold effect bracelet, £73, Ida Callegaro available at Yoox High waisted shorts, £18, available at Van Mildert

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Michael Van Der Ham and JW Anderson among BFC NEWGEN sponsorship recipients

by on 19th June 2012 Comments are Disabled

A total of 13 budding designers – including the likes of Michael Van Der Ham, JW Anderson and Simone Rocha – have just been announced as the latest recipients of the BFC/Topshop sponsorship for the upcoming Spring/Summer 2013 season. “We are delighted to support this exceptionally talented group of designers and would like to thank Topshop for their support as a sponsor that is now synonymous with NEWGEN,” said Caroline Rush, a spokesperson for the BFC. “The calibre of design and talent in the UK fashion industry is outstanding and continues to grow from strength to strength.” Click here to check out all 13 of the lucky recipients that will not only receive financial help, but will also get one on one mentoring and their own personal showspace at London Fashion Week. Congrats to each and every one of the well deserved winners – we can’t wait to see what they have in store for us next season. [Image] 

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5 Perfect LBD’s to get you in party mode!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

After laying eyes on the stunning Alice Eve at the Men in Black 3 premiere looking resplendent in a Mulberry Fall 2012 LBD, it’s fair to say we suffered a fair amount of LBD envy! A super-cute dress with cut out lace detailing; Alice stood out and made this look her own by pairing with a retro-inspired hairdo and satin pumps. So, to make sure you guys have an LBD collection to rival Alice’s, we decided to bring you five of the hottest dresses that you should definitely be making space for in your wardrobe. The LBD is the ultimate party wear staple, but we’re not just talking the plain boring version. That’s why we’ve thrown embellishments, super-flattering cuts and skin revealing slices into the mix! All you have to do now is try to resist buying all five… Gigi Moments Dress, £130, French Connection Ivanka Technique Bodycon Dress, £149, Reiss Dion Lee Cut-out Cotton Dress with Harness Back, £555 £280, Browns Mesh Insert Peplum Dress, £46, Topshop Felicia cupped sequin dress, £422, Matches

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What to wear…for a Summer BBQ

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

Got the summer wardrobe every girl dreams of, but still in a pickle about how to put together the perfect outfit for all those upcoming parties? Well, that’s where we can help, because this week we’re kicking off a series of ‘What to Wear’ features to help put to rest all your style dilemmas for the key summer occasions. Invited to a hip summer BBQ and don’t want to be grilled on your outfit? Or, maybe you’re headed to Ascot, in which case don’t forget the style rule book! Summer weddings, garden parties and formal dinners, we’ve got them all stylishly covered; all you have to do is tune in every day of this week to get sartorially sorted for your occasion. Kicking off the ‘What to Wear’ week with a sizzling style lesson in BBQ appropriate chic, we’ve opted for an easy-to-wear, printed romper. A light jacket is a must, in case the weather turns slightly cooler, and a look-at-me bag and comfortable flat sandals will complete the look. Wardrobe sorted, now to enjoy the burgers! Zimmermann Ocelot Rebel Bound playsuit, £208, available at Matches Luca Straw Wide Brim Hat, £55, available at Reiss Houpla Leather Strap Sandal, £18, available at Topshop Sarah Round Sunglasses, £60, available at Kurt Geiger Sara Battaglia Mochila Hand-woven Tribal Bucket Bag, £655, available at Browns Theodore Summer Jacket, £295 £147.50, available at French Connection

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Always wanted to unleash your inner rock chick? We’ll show you how!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

We all harbour secret rock star fantasies, and if Tom Cruise’s recent cover for W magazine’s June issue, posing as his alter ego Stacee Jaxx from his latest movie Rock of Ages, wasn’t enough to make you don the garb, our rock star style edit surely will! Inspired by the recent release of Rock of Ages we’ve pulled together a wardrobe worthy of granting you the rock chick status you’ve always wanted! Think leather, crazy heels, studs and statement tees worn with a brazen and electric guitar loving attitude. Tattoo’s to rival Tom’s are optional. 1. Circuit Denim Jeans, £77, French Connection 2. Tall Rivals Rock Tank Top, £18, Topshop 3. Moto Premium Studded Hotpants, £75, Topshop 4. BLK Denim Leather Motorcycle Jacket, £550, Browns 5. Polka Diamante Peep Platforms, £98, Topshop

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10 snap-up-now sunglasses under £20!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

Sunglasses are having quite a moment right now, and no, we don’t mean because of the (lack of) sunshine. A must have accessory for the season, we’re all turning a little Anna W and sporting shades even when the sun is in hibernation. So, to indulge you sunglasses-loving lot, we’ve rounded up 10 snap-up-now sunnies you shouldn’t be seen without. And for those of you who live in fear of sitting on yours and reducing them to smithereens, or have nightmares about losing a £200 pair, we can sympathise. That’s why we’ve selected a budget-tastic collection of peeper protectors, all for under £20! Cat eyes, tortoiseshell, summer pastels or round frames; shop away and pop a pair on to block out the grizzly mid-June (autumn) clouds! 1. Wayfarer sunglasses, £14, Oasis 2. Aviator Style Sunglasses, £17.99, Mango 3. Butterfly Cat Eye Sunglasses, £15, Asos 4. Spitfire Gold Rim Retro Sunglasses, £21.99 £16.49, New Look 5. 90’s Metal Insert Sunglasses, £16, Topshop 6. Graduated Colour Sunglasses, £19, Zara 7. White Half Frame Sunglasses, £13, River Island 8. Flat Top Round Sunglasses, £15, Asos 9. Splatter Print Round Sunglasses, £16 Urban Outfitters 10. Black Diamante Frame Retro Sunglasses, £13, River Island

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Sizzling summer heels to slip into right now!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

Been searching high and low for a pair of killer heels, or the perfect wedge? Then look no further than our sizzling summer heels edit, because we’ve rounded up the hottest and highest forms of shoe candy for you to slip into! On a budget, looking to blowout, or simply looking to satiate your trend hunting appetite, we’ve got all manner of vertiginous heel styles covered to keep you’re shoedrobe updated for summer! Take ladylike to a new level with these fluoro yellow Glow patent courts, or get laced up in racy pair of Riot heels from Topshop. The ‘Sylvieta’ by Christian Louboutin ticks all our top summer colour boxes in one stunning sandal, and it really wouldn’t be summer without the Biarritz wedge from Reiss, which take us back to the warm breeziness of its namesake city. Happy shoe-pping! 1. Christian Louboutin ‘Sylvieta’ pastel leather and snake chain sandals, £645, Browns 2. ‘Biarritz’ chain detail wedge, £149, Reiss 3. ‘Tibet’ block heels sandals, £110 £55, French Connection 4. ‘Milan-Coral’ snake print platform sandal, £40, Stylistpick 5. Penelope Chilvers Gold star espadrilles, £145, Matches 6. Glow patent bow courts, £50, Topshop 7. Carvela ‘Gogo’ platform sandals, £120, Kurt Geiger 8. ‘Oxana-Nude’ perspex wedge sandal, £40, Stylistpick 9. ‘Riot’ lace cut out sandals, £80, Topshop

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How to style this season’s embellished skirt for the office and off duty!

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Sequin-splashed garments are probably hanging neatly in the ‘party’ section of your wardrobe, right? Well, the new season sequin embellished skirt is demanding to be worn outside of the nightclub, and quite frankly, doesn’t want to be called a ‘party piece’ anymore. Enter the Premium Pink Sequin Skirt from our favourite fashion-forward high street store, Topshop. It’s screaming to be worn in daylight hours, and given the gorgeously summery pale pink colour and beading detail, we’re not surprised! Candyfloss –hued sequins give this skirt daytime appeal, and it will look equally appropriate behind your work desk or for a lunch date with the girls. For boardroom brownie points pair the Premium Pink Sequin Skirt with a fine knit, heels that mean business and a smart but space worthy clutch, or… Premium pink sequin skirt, £75, Topshop; Alexander Wang ribbed-knit sweater, £156, The Outnet; Alexander Wang ‘Chloe’ contrasting leather heels with perch skin, £485, Browns; KG ‘Humbug’ clutch £180 £125, Kurt Geiger …team with a pastel tee, flat sandals and a mini shoulder bag for casual summer cool with a sparkly spin! Skirt (as above); Basic Neppy tee, £14, Topshop; Del Rio London pony hair printed sandals, £270, Matches; KG ‘Syble’ mini bag, £50, Kurt Geiger

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Think like a man: 10 androgynous pieces we can’t get enough of!

by on 10th June 2016 Comments are Disabled

If upon reading the title you have a slightly worried expression of your face, and visions of a lazy, jogging bottoms and stretched t-shirt clad, potato couch version of the opposite gender in your mind, mentally refresh, please. We’re not talking comfort menswear; we’re talking style-laced, androgynously beautiful pieces with enough of a feminine spin to warrant being worn without being accused of stealing your boyfriend’s clothes! The androgynous trend was huge for autumn/winter 2011 and hasn’t really left our fashion closets since! Think crisp white shirts, oversized coats, sharp blazer jackets, ankle-grazing tailored trousers; mannish accessories, including braces, masculine watches, flat loafers and brogues – all worn with a compulsory bright lip and messy, hand-styled hair for a sexy, yet serious look. Taking style inspiration from the androgynously appropriate character of Julie Andrews in Victor and Victoria (above) (cue: YSL’s Le Smoking inspired black suits; deeply side parted cropped red hair and the most perfect white bow tie), we’ve picked out our favourite masculine-inspired pieces vying for a place in your wardrobe. Take your pick from our top 10 boyishly beautiful pieces below! 1.  Simply silk classic shirt £77 £39.50, French Connection 2. ‘Callas’ shawl collar lace jacket, £295, Reiss 3. Maxmara ‘Madison’ trouser, £190, Matches 4. Lightweight tweed boyfriend coat, £75, Topshop 5. Carvela ‘Mariner’ loafers, £110, Kurt Geiger 6. Chloé silk necktie, £42, The Outnet 7. Silver Bracelet Watch, £85, French Connection 8. ‘Leone’ relaxed waistcoat, £159, Reiss 9. Marc by Marc Jacobs ‘Ellis’ striped cotton shirt, £64.75, The Outnet 10. Maxmara ‘Babele’ brogues, £350, Matches

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Go for gold with our top pick of shop-right-now gold dresses!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

High octane glamour is what you demand from your wardrobe, and high octane glamour you will get! Let us introduce the 5 hottest gold dresses just waiting for you to get your glitz-loving mitts on. We were bowled over by the beautiful Milla Jovovich (above) as she looked resplendent in a stunning gold Prada gown at the de Grisogono party in Cannes. Although gold oozes Hollywood glamour, you may be mistaken to think it’s only the reserve of the dance floor. Cast your eyes on the Maxmara Cobra dress below for a lesson in boardroom chic with the Midas touch. A dress that seamlessly transfers between office meetings and office drinks, dress it up with a statement necklace, or down with nude pumps. However, it goes without saying that donning the gold puts us in the mood to party, so we couldn’t possibly leave out some sparkly sequin numbers! The Vince sequin crepe dress is the perfect statement maker, or, go equally loud with the Sparkle Hour dress from the ever –loyal high street. For the fashion forward amongst us not satisfied with just going gold, put a quirky slant on a classic with the stunning metallic brocade dress by Rochas, or pull it up a notch with a metallic dip hem t-shirt dress that’s perfect for day with boots, or night with sexy sandals. Go on, get your gold on! Vince sequined crepe dress, £220, The Outnet Rochas metallic brocade dress, £905, Browns Metallic T-shirt Dress by Coco’s Fortune, £59, Topshop The Sparkle Hour Dress, £160, French Connection Maxmara Cobra Dress, £440, Matches

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2 ways to wear this season’s ‘It’ jacket

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

You’ve invested in the ‘It’ shoe and the ‘It’ bag, now prepare for the new season ‘It’ jacket. We’re digging this ikat printed cotton blazer with embroidered stripes from go-to brand, Carven. It’s not just the plethora of colours, season appropriate nod to the tribal trend and total versatility to dress up, or down, that’s got us hooked; we love that it’s a sure-fire head-turner-of-jacket that’ll get the fashionable pack noticing you at those summer parties! Treat the Carven blazer like an accessory  and it will certainly cut out the need for fussy jewellery on a hot summer’s day, or eve. Want tips on how to style the Carven blazer for boardroom perfection (a matching short suit is sure to land you that promotion!)? Or will you be slipping yours over a breezy summer dress? If you’re stuck for ideas, check out ours below for a little fash-inspiration. Oh-so-office-appropriate  Carven printed and embroidered cotton blazer, £560, available at Browns; ‘Josh’ leaf print oversized shirt, £95, available at Reiss; Carven printed and embroidered cotton shorts, £330, available at Browns; ‘Bly’ nude wedge, £40, available at Stylistpick Summer-soiree-superb Carven printed and embroidered cotton blazer, £560, available at Browns; Floral lace flippy dress, £36, available at Topshop; ‘Helena’ platform sandal, £195, available at Kurt Geiger

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Budget vs. Bank Breaking summer shorts we love!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

If summer trousers, in all their glorious guises, were the focal point for trendsetting this season, then it’s only natural that the fashionable follow-up would be shorts. Tailored; cut-off denim; chino; dip-dyed; Hawaiian print – whichever form you choose to adopt the shrunken trouser in, you’re sure to make a statement for summer. We’ve tracked down the shorts we love right now, and even better, to suit every budget! If you’re planning a blow-out for your next short purchase, or whether you’re sticking to your strictly budget-conscious ways, you’re sure to snap up a treat with our edit. Whether you’re after an office appropriate tailored style, packing for a festival or simply want to pick up an outfit-hopping pair that’ll see you through the warmer months, our short edit is your saviour! Budget 1. ‘Sid’ printed shorts, £95, Reiss 2. Splendid Cut-off denim shorts, £44, The Outnet 3. Scarf print shorts, £30, Topshop 4. Paisley Print Silk Shorts by Boutique, £50, Topshop 5. Wild Chino Cotton Shorts, £50, French Connection 6. ‘Sally’ front pocket shorts, £75, Reiss Bank Breaking  7. Balenciaga Fluid crepe shorts, £385, Matches 8. Stella McCartney Aude Hawaiian-print shorts, £570, Matches 9. Thu Thu Tribal embroidered denim shorts , £245, Browns 10. Thakoon Stretch-cotton drawstring shorts, £235, The Outnet 11. Stella McCartney Aude cuffed shorts, £475, Matches 12. Yasmin Kianfar Laser cut simplex shorts, £330, Browns

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10 sparkly buys to outshine the Crown Jewels!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

With your Jubilee wardrobe sorted, it’s time to focus on the Queen’s most prized possessions. No, we’re not talking about her beloved corgis, but the Crown Jewels! Ok, before you set off down the Mall in getaway garb, with a mission to snap up them up, take a look at our Jubilee jewels edit! You’re sure to find a stunning sparkly buy to rival Queenie’s, and given your patriotic wardrobe, the accompanying accessories had better make an equally proud statement! Bling-tastic crystals are the way to go, and for those really looking to up the accessory ante, we’ve even thrown in a princess tiara to really get you in the regal mood! 1. Kenneth Jay Lane bracelet, £320, Yoox  2. Statement pearl and jewel choker necklace, £45, Asos 3. Jubilee Crown ring, £10, Topshop 4. Gem Peter Pan necklace, £45, Topshop 5. Marni Woven metal Swarovski crystal bracelet, £137.50, The Outnet 6. Bijoux Heart 24-karat gold-plated pearl and Swarovski crystal earrings, £135, The Outnet 7. Sandstorm ring, £14, Oasis 8. Butler & Wilson flower tiara, £98, Selfridges 9. Dicha Decades Vienna necklace, £550, Matches 10. Jewelled Spike Drop Earrings, £15, Asos

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MFL Most Wanted…Jubilee-inspired fashion finds we love!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

With only two days to go until the official Jubilee holiday kick off, there’s no time like the present to get your wardrobe into party mode! We’re pretty convinced that by now you’re probably seeing Union Jack bunting in your sleep, so we decided not to include too much of Ginger Spice’s most favoured print into our Most Wanted Jubilee-inspired edit. We particularly love the party-perfect, limited edition diamond print silk shift dress by Jaeger, designed exclusively in honour of the Diamond Jubilee, and, although we’ve avoided overkill, we couldn’t help but throw a cheeky, budget-tastic rhinestone embellished Union Jack clutch into the mix! Go on, get all patriotic in style; you can thank us later. Diamond Print Shift Dress, £220, available at Jaeger début navy ‘Union Jack’ clutch bag, £50, available at Debenhams Sageres Sequin Clutch, £75,available at French Connection Co-ord Rose Print Cigarette Trousers, £40, available at Topshop Helena Platform Sandal, £195, available at Kurt Geiger Calista Sheer Blue Maxi Skirt, £110, available at Reiss Monica Vinader Jubilee Fiji Paradise Bracelet, £45, available at Harrods Marc by Marc Jacobs Espadrille Wedge Sandals, £146.61, available at shopbop Equipment Snake Print Top, £179, available at Matches Quasar Nights Dress, £250, available at French Connection

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2 ways to wear the classic denim shirt…with an SS’12 twist!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

Another staple item cropping up on every fashion conscious lady’s style list is the classic denim shirt. Well and truly pushing our beloved jeans out of the way to take the prized position in your wardrobe, we’re wearing this classic with a new season touch. We love the Tapestry Yoke Denim Shirt from Topshop for an easy, budget investment in an essential wardrobe piece, with a touch of SS’12 about it. We’re big fans of the high-low fashion mix, and what better way to carry off standout style on a simple budget! But if you’re looking to splash the cash, that’s fine by us! You can almost treat your denim shirt like the younger sibling of your jean collection – trans-seasonal, updated each season and can be worn in a multitude of ways so you never tire of it! Wear the Tapestry Yoke Denim Shirt with shorts for off-duty style that’s anything but boring, or take the fash-power up a gear and team with a printed skirt and heels for an office-appropriate slant – who knew denim could actually be big in the boardroom?! Check out our high-end, high street styling tips below. Tapestry Yoke Denim Shirt, £38, Topshop ; Jacquard Woven Skirt, £269, My Theresa; Jimmy Choo Lovely Suede Pumps, £345, net-a-porter; Proenza Schouler PS1 Large Lux Satchel, £1,293.30, LuisaViaRoma Tapestry Yoke Denim Shirt, £38, Topshop; Shorts, £9.99, H&M; Boyfriend Vest, £6, Topshop; August Suede Mid-heel Ankle Boots, £50, Asos; Valerie Bag, £25, boohoo.com

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The High Street Sale Edit!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

The sun’s had its hat on this week, and we’re sure many of you have been blowing your weekly budget on after-work drinks, mingling in the finally-out-of-hibernation sun! So, we decided in order to make whatever is left of that budget stretch to fullfil your sartorial needs, we’d pick out top sale picks from the trusty high street! Looking for the perfect lady-like heels to pair with your summer dress? Or, maybe you’re looking to update your sunglasses collection with something a little off-spectrum and bright? The High Street Sale Edit is your saviour! Never ones to miss a good fash-bargain, get stuck in and stock up for hopefully more sunnier days!  1. Silk Butterfly Dress, £45 £35, Oasis 2. Blazer, £29.99 £7.99, H&M 3. Elderflower heels, £120 £79, KG Kurt Geiger 4. Selima Sun for J. Crew Belle Sunglasses, £99.74 £74.38, J. Crew 5. Mustique Paisley Scarf Silk Blouse, £50 £35, Warehouse 6. Yellow Print Belted Jacket, £50 £25, River Island 7. Cleopatra’s Box Ring, £12.50 £6.25, Topshop 8. Callie Devore Jersey Top, £49 £30, Reiss 9. Bag, £29.99 £14.99, H&M 10. Fang Tiger Print and Metal Sandals, £30 £20, Miss Selfridge

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2 ways to wear this season’s smock top

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

Forget ‘It’ shoes and bags, this season it’s all about the new ‘It’ top. The smock top is a brilliantly stylish investment, because its versatility means it can be dressed up or down. In line with this season’s relaxed bohemian vibe with a city slick edge, we love the Fifi Fleur smock top from high street fashion favourite, French Connection. A touch on Seventies glamour, the Fifi Fleur smock top in white is our top pick for summer (natch), and we absolutely love the airy crepe fabric, the scattered embroidered floral pattern and the fact that we can get two wears out of one top! A laid back top need not translate as day off gear, however. Throw in a pair of hot-right-now printed trousers and look-at-me espadrilles, and the Fifi Fleur smock top can be smart enough to sport to the office. Or, if you want to stay true to the nonchalance the smock top was made to exude, then slip into some chino shorts and flat sandals for a breezy take on summer strolling in the city. However you choose to wear it, make sure for summer you add a smock top to your sunny weather wardrobe – it’ll prove to be as wear-effective as it looks hot, we promise! For a little inspiration on how to wear the smock top, check out styling tips below. Fifi Fleur smock top, £79, available at French Connection  Fifi Fleur Smock Top, £79, French Connection; Maison Scotch Belted Chino Short, £90, Flannels; Sandals, £14.99,; Cleobella Adanna bag, £206.16, shopbop   Fifi Fleur Smock Top, £79, French Connection; Tribal Printed Trouser, £39, Warehouse; Schutz Espadrilles, £166, shoescribe; Hexagon Stud Leather Shopper, £80, Topshop

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Top 10 high street bag buys!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

Is your bag wardrobe in need of a little seasonal shake-up? Or, maybe you’re on the lookout to bag your next high street bargain? Look no further, because we’ve picked out the top crop of arm candy hitting stores right now! We’ve rounded up ten hot-right-now bag options to refresh your wardrobe, and if you want to skip being labelled a ‘clothes hoarder’, it’s best to divert your shopping efforts towards something a girl can never have enough off (after shoes, of course). Looking for summer-fresh satchel? Maybe a practical summer-appropriate shopper is more what you’re after, or a fractionally priced, head-turner clutch that’ll magically erase all your summer accessory woes? We’ve got them all lined up, ready for you to snap up. Opting for high street accessories doesn’t mean you need to compromise on fashion credentials. Instead you’ll find our bag edit packs a punch similar to many high end versions out there – minus the after-purchase bruising! Budge last season’s bag buys out of the way and make some room, because we predict a major bag splurge… 1. Form Handheld bag, £36, Warehouse  2. Studded clutch, £69.99, Zara 3. Tote, £29.99, H&M 4. Embellished box clutch, £30, River Island 5. Windsor duffle bag, £220, Jaeger 6. Jacob mini bag, £139, Reiss 7. Marianne Satchel, £195, Whistles 8. Leather Beaded Tile Effect Clutch, £40, Asos 9. Canvas panel holdall, £38, Topshop 10. Printed woven shopper, £28, Urban Outfitters

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The Festival Fashion Checklist – it’s all you need!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

After the green-eyed monster got the better of us whilst pouring over pictures of super-bod celebrities at sunny Coachella, kitted out in the hottest festival garb and making merry to the sounds of Swedish House Mafia and a hologram of Tupac, we’ve now got to consider preparing for our own modestly sunny versions. That’s right, its festival season, and we’re not about to let the dipping barometer bring crashing down our hopes of an amazing, and possibly sun-soaked festival experience! Alongside the festival essentials (no, not alcohol or insomnia) you’ve got to pack a head-turning-yet-practical wardrobe. And that’s where we can help, because we’ve geared up the best of festival fashion necessities, come rain or shine – the latter, we hope! Whether you’re Latitude lass, most likely to be raving your way through the crowds at Lovebox Weekender or a hardcore Isle of Wight festival faithful, or, maybe you’re heading further afield and showingBarcelonahow it’s done at Sonar, or probably eccentrically dancing with the festival goers at Exitfest inSerbia– we’ve got it covered. Opt for a water-resistant, quirky, printed parka to stylishly keep dry, or, maybe a denim waistcoat for sunnier climes. A fringed edge on everything is law at festivals, as are fashion-forward Wellington boots. As for handbag hoarders, leave the Hermès at home and stick with an Aztec printed rucksack! Take inspiration from our top picks below and start ticking off your festival fashion checklist! Check out the headline-making festivals taking place in 2012, here.   1. Halter dress, £48, Warehouse 2.Eugenia Kim Kurt hat, £176.65, shopbop 3.Karen Walker Harvest sunglasses, £179.86, shopbop 4.Fiorentini and Baker Elis Eternity studded leather boots, £295, net-a-porter 5. Textile Elizabeth and James Dixon printed denim cut-off shorts, £130, net-a-porter 6.Lomography Fisheye 2 Orange Camera, £80, Urban Outfitters 7. Tie dye cut our […]

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Midweek Moodboard: Totally lovin’ the turquoise

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

It’s been a few days since the big event now, but we still find ourselves flicking through all the pics of the celebs at Monday night’s Met Gala. As much as we loved the metallic, black, and nude dresses, regular MFL readers will know that we cant resist a bit of colour. And Dianna Agron in her stunning turquoise Carolina Herrera gown was one of the brightest and cheeriest there!

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White jeans are back and here’s how to style them!

by on 24th January 2024 Comments are Disabled

Unless you’ve set up camp on the Outer Hebrides, you’ll be aware fashion is currently in the midst of a whitewash. No, were not just talking the spring/summer 2012 whitewash, we’re talking about the white-over of the most important wardrobe staple: jeans. OK, for those who have suddenly buried their head in their hands at the despairing thought of being separated from their beloved blues, fear not. White jeans are mega easy to style and look just as good with a casual slant, or as part of a dressier affair. How to choose the right pair, we hear you ask? Well, we looked to denim mecca Donna Ida to find the perfect pair with a great fit and in the softest denim possible, and we weren’t disappointed. The Citizens of Humanity Thompson crop jeans in Santorini white had us at hello, and look perfect teamed with flats or heels. The slim fitting Thompson crop pair feels perfect right now, and paired with either a blouse or a summer knit, it is the ideal addition to your wardrobe for a quick summer update. Check out our style tips below on how to wear your pair this season!  Citizens of Humanity Thompson Crop Jeans, £175, Donna Ida; Oriental stencil shirt, £45, Oasis; Marc by Marc Jacobs satchel, £260, mytheresa; Magda metallic lace up shoes, £30, Topshop Jeans (as above); Tippi Sweater, £59.47, J.Crew; Heeled strappy sandals, £39.99, Zara; Acne Stella leather bag, £270, net-a-porter

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Fashion Finance Famine Sale Edit: Bank Holiday Bargains!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

The long awaited long weekend is finally upon us, and what better way to celebrate the extra holiday than indulging in some much needed retail therapy. We’ve rounded up the best fash bargains to suit the kind of weekend you may have planned. If it’s a weekend away partying and sipping cocktails, maybe a sophisticated Reiss LBD and heels would be just what you need. Or, for a relaxed weekend channel city chic with the Equipment Mina blouse, tapered trousers and loafers. Killer accessories are a must have for all those bank holiday parties, and we’re digging this Fiona Paxton Frida necklace to do all the talking, so you don’t have to! Or, maybe you’ve opted for a quieter affair this weekend, in which case you’ll be more than spoilt for choice shopping up a storm with a little inspiration from this week’s sale edit. Go ahead, shop yourself happy and kick off the three-day weekend in style! 1. Lorna dress, £189 £124, Reiss 2. Pablo courts, £70 £35, Topshop 3. Roberto Cavalli Edith cuff, £989 £495, mytheresa 4. Fiona Paxton Frida necklace, £230 £115, TheOutnet 5. Boucle yarn jacket, £29.99 £19.99, H&M 6. Tapered trouser, £29.99 £14.99, H&M 7. Popover tunic in Lifesaver print, £162.21 £114.69, J.Crew 8. Versace Cutout patent-leather sandals, £520 £208, TheOutnet 9. Diane Von Furstenberg sporty Drew embossed python bucket tote, £554.20 £401.70, shopbop 10. Les Nereides mini gem drop earrings, £95 £45, Asos 11. Equipment Mina blouse, £160 £70, Oxygen Boutique 12. American Retro leapord print ponyskin loafers, £252.79 £176.95, LuisaViaRoma

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Rate or Slate: Dakota Fanning in Prada, Jennifer Lopez in Lanvin and Ginnifer Goodwin in H&M Red Carpet Conscious Collection

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

For this week’s Rate or Slate, the A-list style choices have left us, well, in a bit of a fashion pickle and only reinforced our indecisiveness! 18-year-old Dakota Fanning opted for what appears to be a beyond-her-years Prada gown at the 2012 White House Correspondents’ Dinner, while Ginnifer Goodwin who also attended– and known for her unconventional take on fashion in the spotlight – went for a H&M Conscious Collection dress, flying the flag high for the humble high street, similarly to when she opted for Topshop at last year’s Met Gala. Jennifer Lopez, on the other hand, appeared in a rather interesting Lanvin number as she announced her mega 20-city tour, earlier this week. Sporting a tri-coloured stretch silk dress accessorised in the most unusual way – with a crystal snake motif wrapped around her neck! We’re not too ssssurrreee (ahem) what we think! Thought provoking fashion, much? It’s over to our discerning Style Jury to decide whether they approve… Fashion News Ed says: Dakota Fanning: ‘Dakota was one of my personal best dressed guests at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner… always demure, elegant, sophisticated etc, etc. She does have the tendency to dress older than her years, but I don’t think she should start dressing like a teenager now, especially since she’s almost 20 and has found her “look”. Dakota and Prada is a match made in heaven!’ Jennifer Lopez: ‘J-Lo loves her Lanvin, doesn’t she? I personally love this look, but can see how it might not be to everyone’s tastes as it’s a bit fussy. The silhouette is perfect for Jen’s curves, and I’m glad she wore her hair up so as not to interfere with the intricate detailing. Another style win for Jenny from the Block in my opinion.’ Ginnifer Goodwin: ‘I applaud Ginnifer for wearing this […]

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How to wear the two-way statement blouse!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

We do love a style shifter addition to our wardrobes and that’s why we’re digging this mirror image hyper floral Givenchy shirt! The perfect transitional wardrobe staple, we’ve styled the Givenchy floral shirt in two ways to stretch your inspiration from the office right through to next date night. With an optically enticing red flower print on a sand coloured backdrop, the Givenchy floral shirt is a new season must-have and the ideal way to insert this slightly overpowering trend into your wardrobe. Paired with fizzy neon jeans for office after-hours style, or a sophisticated pencil skirt and clutch for a more boardroom appropriate take on things, the Givenchy floral shirt flits with ease between the two. Check out our tips on how to style the Givenchy floral shirt, below!    Givenchy Floral Shirt, £895, mytheresa; MOTO Zip Hem 7/8th Jeans, £38, Topshop; Alexander Wang Marion Bag, £416.03, shopbop.com; Sandals, £29.99, Zara Shirt as above; Moschino Cheap and Chic Textured cotton-blend pencil skirt, £260, net-a-porter; Linda Clutch, £225, Raoul.com; Elizabeth and James Love Strappy Sandal, £200, ASOS

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MFL Most Wanted: Snap-up-now high-low summer tops we love!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

Looking for a little inspiration to spruce up the top half of your outfit? Although this week you’ve probably been glued to your umbrella, you’re still allowed to dream of the time when you will be able to step outside sans coat and soak up a much needed dose of vitamin d! So, in preparation for coatless days, we’ve rounded up an edit of our favourite high-end high street tops available in stores and online, right now! Oh, we do love a high-low mix, and so do our purses! Are you a fan of extrovert pattern and print, or maybe you wanted to make a quieter trend statement? Check out the zig zag printed tee from Carven or opt for a soft-hued peplum t-shirt instead. Embellished collars are all the rage this season, and a slick, pretty blouse is a wardrobe essential for the style conscious – even better with a dash of neon 0r covered in ice lolly stripes. With a little help from our Most Wanted list top up on your favourite tops. (Pun intended) 1. MSGM contrast neckline lace top, £308, Matches 2. Isabeli leather front sleeveless shirt, £159, Reiss 3. Acne Lia plain pullover, £160, mytheresa 4. Alice + Olivia Beau button down stripe top, £230, Oxygen Boutique 5. Peplum tee, £12, Topshop 6. No 21 long sleeve shirt, £485, thecorner 7. Front pleat top, £40, Cos 8. Torn by Ronny Kobo Dixie  Shirt, £170, Oxygen Boutique 9. Carven zig zag print t-shirt, £125, my-wardrobe

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