Leather gloves are having a moment. And it’s a very well timed moment too. With the dank British winters turning increasingly soggy rather than cold, woollen gloves just won’t do […]
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Sequin Jumpers. Yes it’s another 80s trend!
An unlikely partnership has occurred. We’re used to plenty of jumpers and sequins in our winter wardrobes as we go from day to night, but not at the same time. […]
Read MorePost-Party Survival Guide 2009!
Overdosed on turkey, trimmings, trifle and champers? well haven’t we all. Its time to detox, re-hydrate, replenish and restore. Here we round up our top picks for a dose of […]
Read MoreAnnouk Chiffon Layer Dress by Felder Felder
It’s no secret that I love Felder Felder. Ever since I discovered the label a couple of seasons ago, I’ve raved and raved about all their collections to anyone who’ll […]
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Read MoreAt Last! Giles Deacon’s New Look Collection for Men
I won’t lie, for some time I’ve been rather envious of women and their privy to Giles Deacon’s artisanship. Considering that my wardrobe is chockfull of quirk, I’ve been in […]
Read MoreParty Looks, Budget Vs Blowout: Shimmer powder eyeshadow
Blowout – Benefit, Lust Duster, Shimmering loose powder, Big Daddy: Dust this shimmering powder over eyelids, gradually build up layers for maximum effect or use as an accent colour. £13.50, […]
Read MoreMost memorable moments of 2008!
As the year draws to a close, it’s time to reflect on 2008. Here are the highlights… 1. Carla Bruni
Read MoreParty Looks, Budget Vs Blowout: Eyeliner
Blowout – Bobbi Brown Long Lasting Eye Gel: True to its name this no budging intense colour formula will last through the night and beyond. Without need for re-application, this […]
Read MoreTop shopping discounts for the bargain hunters!
Can’t face shopping the sales in-store? I don’t blame you. I’m mentally preparing myself for a long shopping expedition today. There’s no better time like the present to be a […]
Read MoreWishing you all a Happy Holiday Season!
It’s Christmas morning here in the UK and I’m SO excited. Every year I pack up and head down to Colchester (about an hour outside of London) to spend time […]
Read MoreSparkle this Christmas with Mirabelle
It might be a bit late to add anything to your Christmas list now but if you fancy treating yourself to a little something special, jewellery label Mirabelle have launched […]
Read MoreParty Looks, Budget Vs Blowout: Face and body shimmer
Blowout – Ruby & Millie, face and body metal: Blend this liquid gloss over cheeks and decolletage, gives a subtle rose , copper sheen. £9.79 , available at
Read MoreParty Looks, Budget Vs Blowout: Lipgloss
Blowout – Geurlain, Kiss Kiss Gloss 803 Intriguing Butterfly: Gorgeous intense juicy colour. This violet hue is the gloss of the moment! £16, available at Debenhams
Read MoreRecessionista’s 12 days of Christmas!
If like us you’re on the hunt for last minute gifts then check out The Recessionista’s 12 days of Christmas The Body Shop. Just add the application and check the […]
Read MoreFashion Fix: Gareth Pugh to design menswear
Gareth Pugh to launch menswear collection during Paris men’s fashion week [MFL FOR HIM] Essential beauty items for your party preparations! [Fabsugar UK]
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Name: Dylan Occupation: Student/Sales Rep @ Avalon Exchange Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Read MoreGareth Pugh to launch menswear collection
It’s non-stop for Gareth Pugh. With the release of the Paris men’s fashion week schedule comes news that that the British designer will be branching out into menswear.
Read MoreAdidas Originals: Sixty and still going strong!
So apparently even our dear decadent Karl Lagerfeld has to downsize in these turbulent times. He’s cut back on staff and moved to a smaller abode in Paris. But don’t […]
Read MoreStylish stocking fillers: elsiebelle.com
Whilst browsing the online high-street this week for last minute xmas pressies I came across elsiebelle.com – a virtual treasure trove of adorable affordable accessories, so good I thought it was […]
Read MoreCharles Darwin Jewels
Alexander McQueen proclaimed Charles Darwin the inspiration of his S09 collection. Interpreted by McQueen via skeletal neck pieces; Darwin’s theory of evolution involving science and nature has become an evident […]
Read MoreEssential items for your party preparations!
Paul Smith’s credit crunch bag!
We know we probably shouldn’t poke fun at the credit crunch, but it seems us fashion lovers are in a delightfully ignorant little place called denial. I certainly am anyway. […]
Read MorePaint the town red this Christmas…
With all the Christmas parties ahead it’s time to ditch your trusty LBD and embrace the new ‘it’ colour, yes I’m talking red! Bold, sexy and conveniently festive red is […]
Read MoreStay snug this Xmas with Electronic Sheep!
It was the delightfully surreal name that originally caught our eye but Irish knitwear label – Electronic Sheep’s A/W collection of woolly winter warmers certainly managed to maintain our attention. […]
Read MoreOur Gorgeous Gift Guide: For Dad, Brother or Boyfriend
Maca Root regime,£16, available at thebodyshop.co.uk: The Body Shop come up trumps again with this versatile men’s grooming set. The Maca regime includes a face scrub, face wash, face protector, […]
Read MoreOur Gorgeous Gift Guide: For mum, sister or best friend!
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Read MoreGilt.com: Up to 60% off Jill Stuart, Marc by Marc Jacobs Men and more!
Our friends over at Gilt.com have promised to keep us in the loop with details of their fabulous sales ahead of time, so naturally we’ll be keeping you in the […]
Read MoreDon’t get a boob job, just buy a bra from La Senza and get 40% off!
A couple of weeks ago my days were filled with press appointments, one of them being for La Senza to view their collection for next season. Expect lots of cute […]
Read MoreLabel Alert: KIND Knitwear
You have to admire or at least be intrigued by a label that describes their latest collection as having: “Elements of the tragic-comic figure of the harlequin as seen through […]
Read MoreTricky trend! The cape coat
It might not be the easiest to wear, warmest or even most versatile item in any wardrobe, but the cape coat has proved to be a massive hit for winter […]
Read MoreClothes Show Live: Celebrating 20 years in the fashion biz!
On Friday, for the first time, I ventured to Birmingham’s NEC to attend Clothes Show Live , “the world’s largest fashion and beauty event. I loved the Clothes Show growing […]
Read MoreCummberbunds for women. Wrong or so right?
They’re as common as Christmas lights this season but the jury is still out for me on whether cummerbunds for women are brilliant or just plain wrong. There’s beaded flapper-esque […]
Read MoreMadonna strikes a pose for Louis Vuitton!
Say what you will about Madonna, but if I’m this flexible at 50 I’ll be a very happy bunny indeed! The image above in which Madonna defies all our assumptions […]
Read MoreFashion GPS: Revolutionizing the sample system!
Ever wondered how the countless loans of designer clothes featured within fashion editorials make it back to the designer in one piece? Well, sometimes it never does. With this in […]
Read MoreDistill Magazine: Fashionable Launch of it’s Second Issue
With journalist, author, commentator, presenter, professor and all-round fashion maverick, Colin McDowell, at the helm of this bi-monthly compilation of industry work, a party in favour of
Read MoreEpisode 13: “The Top Model That We Know She Is
Of the three girls IMG eyed for the entire Model.Live series, Cato emerged as the golden child, walking an amazing 37 shows across the entire show season. Campaign season is […]
Read MoreStyle in the City: Give Yourself A Christmas Treat!
Wondering what to get your best friend for Christmas? Or just simply in need of a good excuse to pamper yourself, celebrity spot and swot up on the latest style […]
Read MoreFashion Fix: Lagerfeld Pays Tribute to Coco Chanel
PopSugar] Alexander McQueen Skull Clutch [The Purse Blog] Peaches Geldof Made an Entire Magazine! [The Cut] Thierry Mugler to design for Beyonce [Elle UK] Alexa Chung for New Look? [Handbag]
Read MoreCatherine Weitzman jewellery: Made to be fallen in love with
Ever wanted to wear twigs for bracelets or to wear a cluster of autumn leaves around your neck? Not particularly? The thought hadn’t crossed my mind either until I saw […]
Read MoreEpisode 12: Big Fish, Little Pond
Back from suspension (don’t quote me) after exhibiting some rather slipshod behaviour in London, Austria’s mother agent, Socrates McKinney, delivers a vindicating performance as he narrates much of the episode. […]
Read MoreMarc Jacobs bares (nearly) all for Harpers Bazaar
If we could have 5 personalities alive or dead round for dinner one of them would surely be Marc Jacobs. Doesn’t he seem like he’d be so much fun? Shot […]
Read MoreThe Fashion Confidential Four Day Sale Extravaganza!
Psst…our friends over at Fashion Confidential are hosting a fab 4 day designer accessories sample sale this week! Get up to 60% off top luxury brands including Balmain, Bottega Veneta, […]
Read MorePartying in Style with Roisin Murphy
Hosted by two of the coolest cats in the styling business, Kabir and Leo Belicha, Roisin Murphy’s end of tour party boasted a celeb-packed guest list like no other.
Read MoreGet early access to the designer London Secret Sample Sale
Hold on to your scarves and mittens. Yes, it’s another designer sample sale and just in time for Christmas too. The London Accessory Sale take place conjointly at Chelsea Old […]
Read MoreFeathers. A flight of fancy!
There are certain items, which are so girly, so feminine and impractical that you can’t help but love them. This is true of feathers, they are a frivolous embellishment, they […]
Read MoreAn affordable Mulberry Bayswater! I kid you not.
Do you remember the queues, the elbow barging, the foot stamping? Well last year we saw Gap launch a Mulberry Roxanne bag for World AIDS Day, and this year we […]
Read MoreDesigner alert: Antje Ceczy
Jewellery designer Antje Ceczy’s c.v reads like a who’s who of fashion, with Christian Lacroix, Chanel, Nina Ricci and Karl Lagerfeld amongst her impressive list of clients and colleagues. Now, […]
Read MoreThings I Wish My Mother Had Told Me!
There are certain “fashion and style problems that can be challenging to solve. For example, how to dress if you have a big chest, how to choose the best scent […]
Read MoreMy favourite fashion puzzle: Jigsaw
Jigsaw, the fashion store with the kooky windows and magnificent changing rooms. It’s one of those stores you probably often walk past, have a quick peek through the windows but […]
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