Thought Beyonce’s 90-minute dash around Topshop was good? Try this – Angelina Jolie managed to splash £1,300 in 15 minutes at French Connection. 15 minutes! That’s, like, the amount of time it takes us to quaff a doughnut (or three) and a cup of tea.
Read MoreIf it’s good enough for Kate Middleton, it’s good enough for Hollywood. Kate may be a serial sartorial offender, recycling her outfits and championing the high street when she’s the future queen; it now appears Hollywood’s top girls want in on the action, too. Succumbing to the high street bargain bait, Zoe Saldana, Emmy Rossum and Amanda Seyfried were all spotted sporting a striped $50 dress by Express. The nautical-inspired thigh-skimming dress seems a perfect companion for the scorching temperatures those across the pond are luckily basking in, and seeing Hollywood’s elite heralding the high street good enough is refreshing. Beyonce’s recent Topshop splurge – £5,000 in under an hour, if we’re talking figures – speaks volumes about the faith the showbiz elite has in the humble high street retailer. It isn’t feasible for a mere aspiring mortal to even begin to dream about owning 25 pairs of Louboutin heels – another wallet-emptying goodwill gesture from Beyonce, for younger sister Solange – but turning the page of a magazine, or surfing the internet to see high-profilers in ‘normal’ clothes we all have access to is positive – both personally and economically. Kate Middleton has played a huge part in bringing to the fore, esteemed high street brands Zara and Reiss. Seeing Kate in high street wares has allowed women to view the said high street stores with a new perspective: suddenly, a dress from Zara is good enough to wear to a wedding. The Something Borrowed star, Ginnifer Goodwin, delivered a solid seal of high street approval, when she wore a custom Topshop Unique green silk twist front gown to the 2011 Met Gala – the fashion calendar’s most coveted event. All Hail the high street. Need we say more?
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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?
Read MoreThey might be making waves in the music industry right now, but it’s more than just their dulcet tones that are making us fall in love with
Read MoreMany of us would love to hit the town and shop till we dropped, without worrying about that dreaded bill at the end. Well, for one lucky Beyonce Knowles, money is certainly no object when it comes to a good old shopping blow out.
Read MoreWith Forever 21 opening its doors in London this month and the announcement of ‘it’ girl Bip Ling as its spokes-model, we’re taking a look at her fun, flirty style for a little beauty inspiration.
Read MoreApparently some rumours do come true, and as it goes, Sir Philip Green did infact lend newlyweds Kate Moss and Jamie Hince a yacht for their honeymoon.
Read MoreAs much as skimping around in a string bikini all summer sounds fun, fact is, it’s highly impractical – sure, for slumbering on the sand it’s fine, but what about those looming trips to grab Bacardi Daiquiris from the bar?
Read MoreFlorals are having a serious moment. Blossoming all over the spring/summer 201111 catwalks, it was thanks to D&G who married digital and ditsy flowery prints that made us want to spend our entire summer in its dresses!
Read MoreUS fashion favourite Forever 21 is about to open its first flagship store at Lakeside Shopping Centre.
Read MoreYou know the smart-casual dilemma – the one where you have to go somewhere semi-formal but you don’t want to sacrifice your sartorial style? Well Annie Greenabelle seems to have solved this pickle for us in one stylish swoop.
Read MoreAirports might be your excuse for joggers and a jumper, but we reckon you’ll want to up your game after seeing how Beyonce rolls. Arriving at Nice Cote d’Azur Airport last week, the singing sensation looked achingly chic in her effortless airport ensemble.
Read MoreTowering heels seduced our footwear choice this summer, with wedges and the softer espadrille coming joint top. But it’s high time we distributed some chic credit to another species of foot couture: the chunky wooden block heel.
Read MoreFlatforms may be taking the industry by storm as the unofficial underground shoe of the season, but if you ask us, espadrilles are summer’s bona fide hit shoe.
Read MoreWhilst jetting off to frolic in the delights of Paris last week, Jennifer Lopez was spotted sauntering in the park with her twins in a laid-back look that screamed low luxe.
Read MorePrint tees are a super easy way of putting a bit of fun into a casual summer wardrobe. Laid-back LA girls love their graphic prints, and although we can’t have the whole Hollywood life, we can always do with a bit of Californian style.
Read MoreThe WGSN Fashion Awards 2011 shortlist has been revealed, with some of London’s biggest fashion heavyweights all competing for that coveted prize.
Read MoreIt’s official: summer’s finally here. Yesterday’s solstice saw in this year’s longest day and the long-awaited arrival of summer – and we’ll be honest, we couldn’t be more excited. Needless to say, we’re feeling thoroughly inspired by the promise of sunshine, heady summer sunsets and lazy hazy evenings, and if you’re anything like us, the thought of filling your wardrobe with wears to suit the weather is just as enticing. Since nothing feels quite as summery as a sweet show-all dress, we’ve had a scout for the hottest summer dresses that’ll take you from sand to soiree via a Solero-filled stroll to ensure you’ll look super sun-kissed at just about every scene this season. From fab floaty florals to paintbox brights and easy-breezy slip-ons, take a look at our pick of the prettiest dresses around – and best of all? They’re all under £100 (so we won’t tell if you want to bag the whole basket). Navy antique floral print shift dress, £50, available at Topshop. BUY NOW! Yellow colour block tee dress, £50, available at Topshop. BUY NOW! Digital tulip print maxi dress, £65, available at ASOS. BUY NOW! Phillipa dress by Goldie, £68, available at Topshop. BUY NOW! Warehouse silk simplicity dress, £70, available at ASOS. BUY NOW! Jaeger Stripe scallop edge dress, £130 £75, available at Jaeger. BUY NOW! Red 3D flower shift dress, £50, available at Topshop. BUY NOW! ASOS premium crochet dress, £70, available at ASOS. BUY NOW! Jaeger broderie Anglaise dress, £180 £99, available at Jaeger. BUY NOW! ASOS salon floral cocktail dress, £75, available at ASOS. BUY NOW! Cara crinkle day dress, £77 £38, available at French Connection. BUY NOW! Sardinia stripe hem dress, £95, available at Reiss. BUY NOW! Wide stripe dress, £48, available at Urban Outfitters. BUY NOW! Peter Pan […]
Read MoreBe still our beating hearts – Kate Moss has designed a new line of makeup for Rimmel, just in time to spruce up your beauty bag for the new season!
Read MoreWhilst on a trip to Paris to promote the US X Factor last week, Nicole Scherzinger was spotted looking suitably stunning for the summery season – and in her new position as judge, there couldn’t be more eyes on her right now.
Read MoreThis season caused a whitewash on the catwalk, as the fashion gentry sent out milky washes and chalk whites to juxtapose perfectly against spring’s bolder counterparts.
Read MoreDenim doused in electric blue and packing a jolt of vibrancy into our summer wardrobe; we love these on-trend cut-off shorts.
Read MoreYou know, for something that was once so easy to pinpoint on a timeline, denim has become deceptively diverse – and, as if by magic, this season’s styles are more varied than ever.
Read MoreIn a world where every sub-item is abbreviated and merged with another – jeggings, meggings, burkinis – flatforms are the latest hybrid you need to get on board with.
Read MoreSummer is always a difficult season, with its sticky feeling and soaring temperatures it’s often difficult to stay cool without baring too much flesh. And if we’re not on the beach, its hardly appropriate to saunter around in a miniscule bikini.
Read MoreIn 1993, the British Fashion Council created New Generation (NEWGEN), as one of the world’s most internationally recognised talent identification schemes to help promote new designers and their businesses. The scheme itself is sponsored by Topshop, who help catwalk designers receive financial support towards their show costs and usage of the BFC Catwalk Show Space during London Fashion Week. So let’s check out this season’s winners.
Read MoreWe’ve gone animal print crazy right now, and leading the pack is sleek snakeskin. A guaranteed head-turner for summer, it’s time to adopt a scalier approach to prints, as snakeskin has just climbed to the top of our style stakes.
Read MoreIt’s one thing preparing what to pack – and wear – to this year’s festivals, but your beauty bag needs re-thinking, too.
Read MoreSince growing out of her child-star phase and entering the world of stylish adulthood, British actress Emma Watson certainly continued her fashionable reign after turning up to the 2011 MTV Movie Awards in a stunning Marchesa mini dress.
Read MoreSo, you’ve got your festival essentials sorted, but you’ve got three days worth of outfits to put together. What do you do with a case full of shorts, a stack of tops and a pile of ditsy dresses?
Read MoreSo you’ve finalised a flawless festival wardrobe, but what to carry your festival survival kit in? Granted, a crowded festival ground isn’t the best place to battle for Birkin bag space, but it does call for a practical solution to carrying your essentials.
Read MoreBlithely dancing away to blaring tunes as the sun sets chilled beer in one hand and most likely something of the tassel/fringed variety slung from your shoulder – its festival time, and we couldn’t be more excited about devising the perfect wardrobe to get us through the festival-fever hours.
Read MoreSun, cider and sweet sounds? Oh hallelujah! It’s that time of year again, and frankly, we couldn’t be more excited. But before we dig out the tents and throw on the wellies, we need to have a serious think about what to pack for summer’s festivals.
Read MoreAnyone else feeling indulgent? Maybe it’s the arrival of summer or this season’s on-going obsession for the Seventies, but either way, we’re feeling decidedly decadent. The remedy? Metallic accessories.
Read MoreAlexa Chung is one of those rare breeds that can wear anything, literally, and look cute. Presenter, model, designer and style icon, we’re insanely jealous of this girl, and she hasn’t even hit 30 yet!
Read MoreWith the sun shining and plenty more rays on the horizon, we’re planning a spot of summer wardrobe shopping, and we’re starting with the basic of any good weather-appropriate wardrobe – shorts.
Read MoreBalmain launches new clothing line Good news, fashion fans – Balmain’s launching a new clothing line named after the label’s founder, Pierre Balmain. It’ll be designed separately from the mainline, but will still be overseen by new creative director Olivier Rousteing, and is likely to launch in September. Fingers crossed for lower prices? Read more here! Princess Beatrice’s royal wedding hat sells for £81,101 on eBay Well, what do you know? Princess Beatrice’s Phillip Treacy-designed hat has been called many things, but record-breaking probably pips the post. The infamous head piece she wore to the royal wedding sold for £81,101 on eBay, beating all previous records of designer hat prices on eBay. Don’t worry, it’s for charity. Read more here! Fashion favourites come together to help aid Japan What do Karl Lagerfeld, Alber Elbaz, Lady Gaga and Blake Lively have in common? They’re each designing a charity T-shirt in collaboration with Conde Nast and Uniqlo, where proceeds will go to the Japan Relief Fund in a bid to support tsunami victims. Read more here! Topshop launches secret pop-up store-in-store Ssh! Topshop has launched a brand new pop-up shop – the first of its kind by a high street brand – in the stores of its Oxford Circus and New York branches. For the next two weeks, shoppers should look for a secret door, signalled by a Meadham Kirchhoff-commissioned florist, which will lead to a hidden room of limited edition designer trinkets. Read more here! YSL says Christian Louboutin didn’t invent his trademark red sole Since Christian Louboutin announced he was suing Yves Saint Laurent for using his signature red sole on one of its designs, YSL’s fighting back. According to the French fashion house, Louboutin didn’t invent the colour red and, more specifically, wasn’t the first to it on a […]
Read MoreIt’s Friday, and since that means its time to get down – we heard ya, Rebecca Black – we’ve come over all daring and dance-ready. Channelling Hérve Léger – bodycon legend – we think this dress by Motel is something special.
Read MoreForget blues and blacks – the hottest shade of denim to be wearing right now? Rainbow colours.
Read MoreNow that your feet are ready to walk the walk, it’s time your feet were wearing something suitably stylish to, er, do it in.
Read MoreIt’s official: we’re obsessing over nail polishes as much as platforms, pinafore dresses and anything else wardrobe-worthy this spring.
Read MoreNow that the sun’s shining all the more frequently, there’s no better time to embrace summer’s key accessory: the hat. We know, not everyone’s a mad hatter, but their ability to transform your entire outfit with their playful whimsy whilst staying super practical warrants even the shyest of style-setters to give them a go.
Read MoreLace is the ultimate feminine fabric – from its delicate design to the flash of flesh it shows, it’s great for every occasion.
Read MoreWe don’t know about you, but we’re getting a little fidgety about summer over here. You see, when the sun has its hat, we’re very happy indeed – and frankly we’ve had enough of grey skies and soggy feet. So, with the sun’s glow just around the corner, we’re in the mood for something suitably summery, and we reckon florals will give us the fashion boost to hold out. From daisies to ditsy and poppies to painterly, floral prints are the perfect pairing for warm days, and luckily, they’re about in abundance. We’ve dug around for our favourite floral pieces to get us – and you – in the mood for sunshine. See below for our top picks that are guaranteed to get you feeling pretty this summer… There’s nothing more feminine and flirty than a Fifties floral dress, especially when it’s bursting with multi-coloured blooms. The structured shape and deep rounded neck add a simplistic streak to D&G’s Mimosa dress that makes it perfect for any summer soiree. D&G Mimosa dress, £320, available at Matches. BUY NOW! This French Connection beau dress is loud and proud. The digital flower print in a rainbow palette is offset perfectly by the sumptuous silky fabric, meaning you don’t need anything other than a slick of bright lipstick and simple flat sandals to accessorise. French Connection beau fleur print dress, £135, available at French Connection. BUY NOW! Adding floral accessories to your spring style is a must. Nicholas Kirkwood’s Bizzarre satin ankle strap sandals are a serious statement, but we love their overly feminine charm and cool abstract print. Pair with a white shift dress and nude accessories for balance. Nicholas Kirkwood Bizzarre satin ankle strap sandals, £505, available at Browns. BUY NOW! Looking for a subtler way to […]
Read MoreLast Thursday, uber stylish Olivia Palermo turned up to the screening of There be Dragons at Tribeca Grand Hotel in New York City looking positively gorgeous in leather Tibi shorts and Club Monaco stillettos, making one of our favourite looks of the season so far. The City actress complemented her sleek spring style with swamps of vintage jewellery – she’s nothing if not an accessory expert – and a slick of vibrant fushcia lipstick, bringing a splash of clashing colour to her overall outfit. Plus, we love the fact she brought a touch of girly glamour to her edgy ensemble with a sparkly silver encrusted clutch and jewel green pumps. If you can’t get enough of Olivia’s impeccable style either and kind of want to be her (don’t we all?), pay close attention to the step by step guide below to recreate Ms. Palermo’s relaxed polished look… This placket grandad shirt from Topshop is the perfect way to rock an oversized shirt – it’s chic, but its slouchy neckline and turned up sleeves give this simple separate that all important thrown-on effortless edge. Turnback placket grandad shirt, £35, available at Topshop. BUY NOW! A pair of luxe leather shorts are an instant win in the style stakes, and much like Oliva’s Tibi pair, Alexander Wang’s mini shorts come complete with a rounded leg opening and slanted zip pockets for that extra attention detail. Alexander Wang leather mini shorts, $550 (£350.45), available at Shopbop. BUY NOW! To complement your golden pins like Olivia, opt for a pair of olive green pumps. This suede pair from ASOS will set you in the right direction – and they’re only £55, after all. Pump It Up court shoe, £55, available at ASOS. BUY NOW! This decadent bead-embellished clutch adds just […]
Read MoreThis beautiful weather has inspired us to inject a cloud of colour into our drab wardrobes because, in case you hadn’t noticed, summer’s shades are nothing if not explicit. But whilst a splash of yellow here or a punch of pink there is fine, we’ve gone daring in the colour department, inspired by the runways of Jil Sander and Prada to add a rainbow palette to just about every part of our wardrobe. Unsure how you can pull off this trend like the pros? We’ve picked our favourite pieces that’ll give you a lesson in colour blocking without looking like you got dressed in the dark. From striking separates to wearable accessories and single, statement-making dresses, here’s our favourite brights and lights that are perfect to to pack a punch with this season. The easiest way to colour block is to choose a statement dress that does the hard work for you. Sure, it may feel a little like cheating, but let’s not moan about making style simple. The green, blue and white stripes on Karen Millen’s shirt dress make it perfect for summer garden parties. Karen Millen graphic stripe shirt dress, £190, available at Karen Millen. BUY NOW! Crayola coloured heels are a hot buy for this bright blocking trend. Topshop has done a brilliant job in making statement footwear easy with its espadrille wedges in clashing pink and orange. Team with a neutral dress for balance and sizzling spring style. Colour block espadrille wedge, £50, available at Topshop. BUY NOW! Cobalt blue is having a moment, and Reiss’ Gilda trousers were made for fun in sunshine. Team them with a crisp white shirt, a skinny belt and pared-down sandals for city-stomping cool. Reiss royal blue trousers, £110, available at Reiss. BUY NOW! It may […]
Read MoreThe smouldering Seventies have had a huge influence on this season’s style, starting on countless catwalks and, of course, filtering their way onto the A-listers radar. Naturally, with everyone from Nicole Richie to Cheryl Cole embracing the decade, we’re feeling suitably inspired to throw on our favourite flares right about now. Behind the memories of orange and brown print curtains and flower power, the Seventies actually has a lot to offer in the style stakes – from floaty maxi dresses to hippy chic chiffon, the decade’s got something for everyone this season. But with the high streets awash with nostalgic pieces, it can be a battle field finding the gems. If you’re worried you’ll end up looking more like a dishevelled diva than fab fashionista, worry not – we’ve picked the Seventies staples that you need to snap up now. These high waisted kick flares will be your new best friend, promising to hide a multitude of sins whilst making your legs look lusciously long. Team with a button-up blouse or a silky top for luxe inspired style. Reiss Birkin kick flare jean, £89, available at Reiss. BUY NOW! Biba’s peasant blouse may sound humble, but its secret lies in its simplicity. With floaty sleeves and a delicate paisley print across a slightly-sheer fabric, it’s an easy-breezy blouse to team with all manor of separates. Biba peasant blouse, £75 £56.25, available at House of Fraser. BUY NOW! Everyone needs a lift at some point, so keep your spirits sky high with ASOS’s chunky heeled platforms. The tan shade is versatile and timeless, but their chunky dark block heel keeps them fresh for summer. ASOS Origami high sandals, £80, available at ASOS. BUY NOW! Jumpsuits can be difficult to pull off, but they’re a summer staple. Choose a neutral colour […]
Read MoreIt can be an envious task reading the annual Forbes Rich List, but it’s safe to say we do it out of curiosity regardless, and this year, there’s been some slight changes in the world of highest paid supermodels.
Read MoreSo you’ve skipped traditional weddings and country caboodles in favour of a boho beach wedding (lucky you), but you’ll need a sweet style to stand out in the sand. Beach weddings are the perfect excuse to relax in summer’s favourite floaty dresses and fluid fabrics whilst soaking up the sun, but don’t get too carried away on the cocktails just yet – your outfit needs to pack a punch. We’ve had a scout around some of our favourite shops to find the perfect beach-friendly outfit that’s both practical and unashamedly pretty for wowing against the waves. See below for our top picks that’ll have you looking beautiful beach-side… A maxi dress will become your best friend at a beach wedding, and you’re in luck, because you’ll be spoilt for choice this season. We love M Missoni’s halterneck maxi – its fluid fabric in the label’s signature weave is super luxe, and the slightly sheer section below the knee is an especially chic touch. M Missoni Halter Neck Weave, £537, available at my-wardrobe.com. BUY NOW! The beach is no place for heels, so opt for sumptuous jewelled sandals for goddess-like glamour. Day Birger et Mikkelsen’s chalk sandals are understated with a devilishly decadent streak. Day Birger et Mikkelsen chalk embellished sandals, £169, available at my-wardrobe.com. BUY NOW! A woven beach bag is ideal for weddings on the sand to stash all those extra essentials (a clutch and wedges for later), but you might want to avoid usual raffia styles – they’ll snag your dress no end. Instead, opt for woven leather for a luxe look that still nods to the sea. French Connection Anahita shoulder bag, £115, available at French Connection. BUY NOW! A statement stack of bracelets all you’ll need to swish your way to sleek. […]
Read MoreContinuing our affinity with all things midnight-blue, we’ve moved on from the leather satchel to wax lyrical about spring’s coolest cover up: the trench coat. This staple piece combines effortless style with the comfort of keeping snug on chilly spring days. Slightly offhand in this deep sapphire hue, we love how the trench weaves itself naturally into our spring wardrobe, working well with skinny jeans, heels and a cross-body bag in the day or over a pretty cocktail dress for a chic, evening cover up. We’re seriously coveting Elizabeth and James’ Bogart twill trench, complete with a Far Eastern kick thanks to the kimono style belt-up and ruched half sleeves. Creating an elegant, cinched-waist silhouette, we want to pop this over a perfect summer soiree cocktail dress, teamed with contrasting heels and a clutch for instant, laid-back chic with a glamorous edge! But boasting a flashy price tag of £530, there’s one thing this trench is sure to break – the bank balance. Enter high street saviour Topshop’s equally stylish and inexpensive steal. We love the same midnight glamour it delivers at a fraction of its expensive equivalent’s price. We’ll be dressing ours with skinny jeans, a crisp white shirt, and towering sandals for unflappable city-girl cool with an insouciant edge. Which will you choose? Elizabeth and James Bogart Twill Trench Coat, £530, available at Net-a-Porter. BUY NOW! Midnight Blue Oversized Cupro Drape Trench Coat, £95, available at Topshop. BUY NOW!
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