Tag Archives: autumn

Sep12

Further style news for the new season

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Further style news for the new season

Further easy elegance can be found in the form of exceptional yet simple monochromatic dresses this summer.  Take a look at a few of this season’s catwalk stars in order to re-create a staple ensemble.  Whether you opt to choose the caramel leather at Akris, the heavy white yet adorably sophisticated cotton at Derek Lam, or the denim at Stella McCartney, there is one major rule this season and that is to stick to simple shapes that offer a very subdued and neutral palette.  This season is all about swapping the festival fashion for a little minimal style and refreshing our wardrobes in a simple yet striking way for the new season!

However if you prone to colour and can’t quite step away from it completely then add a splash of colour in the shape of reds and oranges, as such shades will work to complement your neutrals.

Balenciaga showcased some adorable must-have pieces this season, one of the fashion favorites seemed to come in the form of the oh so simple Carmine leather shorts.  Such a piece is a great investment as it works both in the summer, yet will still carry you forward to autumn/winter 2011-12!

If you are going tochoose to keep the colour in your style then keep the cut simple and clean.  Choose a vivid orange dress such as the ones seen at Victoria Beckham, Cacharel and Calvin Klein.  Keep the accessories expensive looking and subtle for best results.

Apr5

NY Fashion News

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NY Fashion News

As well as the clothes that sashayed down the New York Fashion Week shows, our attention was also caught by the various make up styles!

First up, Brow Wars…the official autumn brow has been decided and this season designers decided to reach for the bleach, the bleach job was favoured by designers such as Jason Wu and Thakoon, who opted for the colourist Laura Foley to take control of the process!

However there were a few designers that decided to be a little controversial and created a style completely opposite to that of the bleach job. These heavy weight trend setters, Tom Pecheux in particular opted for a series of full, bold and in your face brows. These strong brows were closely acknowledged by the likes of designer Derek Lam, Joseph Altuxarra, Nicholas K, who employed Napoleons Perdis to complete the task and the singer turned designer Victoria Beckham.

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Jan24

Sophisticated seventies

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Sophisticated seventies

Past trends have re-invented the 50′s, 80′s and an array of vintage styles, this season however is rooting the seventies big time. Think of sophisticated chic attire that combines high waists, platforms, suede totes and billowing shirts. Concede in waists are key for this look and little skinny belts work well to pull and number you have together.

For evening swap the smart attire for a glamourously floor length and backless gown in a silk sultry fabric. Team with pointy toe stilettos or alternatively sky high platforms. Accessorise with a cute clutch and a pair of statement earrings to add that ultra glam finish.

Other trends that are proving popular for 2011 is the biker chic look, however biker girl has now gone futuristic and even though many of the pieces were created in leather, they were in shiny silvers and modern metallic fabrics.

Leather riding pants were created with zip and quilted fabric finishes and jackets were tied in at the waist with patent leather belts in contrasting lime and hot red shades. Bags were created in the same style and again were seen in an extremely clashing shade or contrasting colour

Aug20

Labels we love.

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Labels we love.

Every now and then an existing brand introduces a new collection that creates a bit of a stir, one that we all want to shout about!  One such label this season goes under the name of Superdry.  The of the moment brand initially launched their line back in 2003, the inspiration for the label was taken from a previous trip to the exciting city of Tokyo.  The brands creator, Julian Dunkerton began selling a few individual items on a market street stall in Cheltenham, teaming up with James Holden who is the founder of the renowned skater label Bench.

In just a period of seven years, the label has grown phenomenally and is now a firm favourite of many celebs.  This is pretty impressive since Superdry started their career with a total of only three t-shirts and has now gained cult status!  The range now boasts to release a total of three thousand pieces a year.

The label is now globally recognised and pieces in the collection have recently been seen adorning the likes of the singer Pixie Lott, the actress Kate Winslet, the footballer David Beckham, the chef Jamie Oliver, the actor Leonardo Dicaprio and the suprmodel Helena Chritensen.

Current favourites in the collection include chunky belted cardigans, quilted winter boots, vintage thrift pieces, the statement infamous Superdry logo tee, the standard checked boyfriend shirt and of course the denim, available as both hotpants and distressed jeans.  One of the must have pieces for next season is the jacket, which comes in the shape of a cool leather belted biker style that will most certainly be on every fashionista Christmas wish list!

Aug16

Glam Granny.

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Glam Granny.

First it was the boyfriend shirts, then came dad’s Barbour jacket, quickly followed by granddad’s cardigan, it now seems Grandma’s wardrobe is on the cards!

Top designers such as Marc Jacobs, Marni, Prada, Daks and Louis Vuitton have this season all taken a little inspiration from Granny’s Wardrobe.  The prestigious designers have showcased a series mid-calf skirts, bobbled jumpers, matchy matchy accessories and heaven forbid, sensible shoes!

Granny Chic is officially in for Autumn and Winter 2010, whether you are a kooky and retro granny like the super-stylish New Yorker and octogenarian Iris Apfel or alternatively an uber chic and sophisticated grandma, such as Coco Chanel.

The modern take on grandma attire is certainly hitting the running hard for both this and next season; just make sure you steer well clear from the purple rinses however!

The catwalk was awash with four predominant styles, these included the Glam Granny look, the Posh Granny, the Mad Granny and then of course the Super Granny.

The Glam Granny works full skirts and nipped in waists, these were teamed with uber sleek gloves, petite stilettos and feminine handbags.  The look was finished with a stylish diamond embellished broach and was seen on the catwalks of Louis Vuitton.

Posh Granny takes inspiration from riding, walks in the countryside and sports cable knits, tweed like pieces and a pair of brogues.  Look to Daks for ideas on how to wear this trend.

Mad Granny can also be described as the most outrageous of all the Granny-esque looks.  Think Lady Gaga mixed with Iris Apfel and don’t forget the kooky glasses.

Super Granny is the ultimate in grannyness and works an almost Miss Marple like style, with mid-calf length swinging skirts, buttoned up cardies and knee high knitted socks.

Jul27

Mulberry reveals the new A/W 2010 line in style!

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Mulberry reveals the new A/W 2010 line in style!

The high fashion label Mulberry recently hosted a pool party we all would have loved to been invited to! The stylish bash took place in the city of LA and was held in order to launch the brands exciting new A/W 2010 collection.

Some of the most stylish faces in fashion appeared at the do which took place in Chateau Marmont, where arrays of cocktails were sipped around the pool. One famous face was Alexa Chung who appeared to be very tanned and took the position of the resident DJ for the evening at the uber trendy after-party, the stylish star looked exquisite in a silk crème blouse, cut-off denim shorts and of course her fail safe Kurt Geiger sandals. To finish the look off and in order to pay tribute to the host, the model sported an eye-catching new season piece from the Mulberry label, a leopard version of her eponymous sell-out bag. We are sure this piece will be the next bag on every fashionista’s ‘must-have’ list.

Alexa was joined by good friend and singer Kelly Osbourne, who wore a chic black dress ensemble and a pair of this season’s retro specs. Model and actress Kate Bosworth also attended the event and looked super stylish as always in a graphic print tee, cut off denim jeans, towering stilettos and a fashionable over the shoulder leopard print clutch. .

Other A-list celebrities that were seen included 90210’s Jessica Stroup, model and presenter Cat Deeley and Molly Sims. Apparently the party was such a hit that even guests from the Mad Men premiere across the road wanted a look in.