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Laetitia Casta at the Venice Film Festival scoops Best Dressed of the Week

by on 2nd September 2012 0 comments

This week’s BDOTW style champion didn’t just bowl us over with one look, but in fact four different looks! One of our all time favourite French supes (that’s supermodel to you and me), Laetitia Casta attended the Venice Film Festival this week in a selection of delectable dresses good enough to eat! OK, so she didn’t opt for anything fruity or edible (Stella McCartney spring/summer 2011 anyone?), but her choices were too tasty to ignore! Opening up on an uber-glam note, Laetitia opted for a sheer lace Dolce & Gabbana gown. Looking beyond terrific (have you seen that washboard stomach?), our fave supe went a step braver and opted to don a black bra and pants under the gown, for all to see. Now that’s brave. Next up, a stunning embroidered Fall 2012 Valentino dress which was teamed with lust-worthy white Giovanti Rossi pumps. Swoon! Then came the ultimate LBLD (Little Black Lanvin Dress) the model sported at the pre-festival dinner held by Vogue Italia. Hailing from the Pre-Fall 2012 collection; Laetitia teamed the dress with Louis Vuitton cap-toe pumps. Simply divine. The form-fitting floral Dolce & Gabbana second scorer had us squealing with sartorial delight, as Laetitia injected a little fun print into her red carpet wardrobe. She topped the look off nicely with Sergio Rossi ‘Chi Chi’ pumps in unexpected electric-blue. Appearing in an array of snap-worthy dresses is definitely the way to our hearts – an art form Ms. Casta has down to a T!

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Barneys teams up with Disney for its festive “Electric Holiday” campaign

by on 29th August 2012 0 comments

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again… we love it when Disney meets fashion! Not only do we have a London Fashion Week full of Minnie Mouse outfits to look forward to next month, but across the pond, Barneys is getting its Disney on too! Barneys has officially teamed up with The Walt Disney Company for the store’s highly anticipated Christmas campaign – last year it had Lady Gaga, remember? – entitled “Electric Holiday”, and will be unveiled on November 14th at the Madison Avenue flagship store. A short film consisting of some of the most iconic Disney characters walking the runway in some of the hottest designer pieces will be displayed in the windows. “When we got to the moment when all Disney characters walk on the runway, there was a discussion,” said Barneys New York creative director Dennis Freedman. “The standard Minnie Mouse will not look so good in a Lanvin dress. There was a real moment of silence, because these characters don’t change. I said, ‘If we’re going to make this work, we have to have a 5-foot-11 Minnie,’ and they agreed. When you see Goofy, Minnie and Mickey, they are runway models.” Wow. Talk about excited! What do you think of Minnie Mouse in Lanvin, Daisy Duck in Dolce and Gabbana and Goofy in Balmain? [WWD] 

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Emma Stone gets futuristic for Interview, talks hair colours and heartbreak

by on 28th August 2012 0 comments

Actress-of-the-moment Emma Stone is a long way away from the usual girl-next-door we normally associate her with, as she poses for a very futuristic photoshoot for Interview.  As well as donning some gorgeous outfits from the likes of Yves Saint Laurent, Lanvin, Versace, Christopher Kane and Haider Ackermann (among others) for Mikael Jansson’s camera, Emma opens up to the mag about more personal matters. “I was crawling on the floor,” she told the magazine about going through a break-up. “I remember throwing up … within the hour. I remember being on the floor … I have never felt anything quite like that. It was so visceral. It’s like someone has killed you and you have to live through it and watch it happen … It was awful.” Aww, can we hug her? We know she has her The Amazing Spider-Man hottie boyfriend Andrew Garfield now, but still… On a slightly less depressing note, she also speaks out about her hair colour, which is apparently always a hot topic of discussion. “I had to dye it red for Superbad,” she said. “They didn’t let me go back to blonde until Spider-Man.  “Now I’m back to my roots. But I get a lot of questions about hair colour. People are very into talking about hair. Why do you think that is? Is it because I’m a girl?” We can’t say for sure Emma; but we’d wager it might have something to do with the fact that you look gorgeous no matter what, and people want to get some tips from you?  Just a hunch! [Fashion Etc]

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Top stories this week: Giles Deacon makes cycling stylish, Chanel’s Little Black Jacket exhibit is coming to the Capital, and Minnie Mouse does London Fashion week

by on 19th October 2013 0 comments

Giles Deacon collaborates with Sky Ride To get more fashionistas interested in cycling, Giles Deacon has teamed up with Sky Ride and produced two brightly coloured bags that not only attach to your bike, but can be ultra-stylish to carry too! Read more here!  Chanel’s Little Black Jacket exhibit is coming to London! We kicked off the week with the very exciting news that Chanel’s Little Black Jacket exhibition – inspired by the book of the same name by Karl Lagerfeld and Carine Roitfeld – would be dropping into London this October. Read more here!  Minnie Mouse is coming to London Fashion Week! Some of London Fashion Week’s finest designers, from the likes of Richard Nicoll, Giles Deacon, Lulu Guinness and more, will be dedicating one item in their collection to the wonderful Minnie Mouse by creating pieces inspired by her! Read more here!   Vogue Paris gets a make-over! The French Fashion Bible has undergone some changes, and what better issue to showcase them in than the September one featuring not one or even two but three big cover stars? Read more here!  Roberto Cavalli for Target is happening!  Good news for all you Aussies – Roberto Cavalli is officially collaborating with Target, so you can get your hands on his creations from as little as $49! Jealous! Read more here!  Meet Lanvin’s “real people” Lanvin’s video campaign for its autumn/winter 2012 collection is finally here, and features all those non-models from the print ads. A great opportunity to meet the stars! Read more here!  Blake Lively eats junk and doesn’t exercise If you want to be depressed/jealous/both… Read more here! 

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7 heatwave-worthy sandals you’ll adore

by on 19th October 2013 0 comments

We knew it! We knew that we shouldn’t have got too attached to the sun and its glorious rays, because as we predicted, those degrees have already started to drop. Well, it was fun while it lasted! However, we’re still remaining relatively optimistic that the sun will return to us in good old Blighty, which is why we haven’t banished our summer clothes to the back of the wardrobe or ruled out buying more summer-appropriate pieces just yet. We’ve already covered the summer-ready dresses, so now it’s time to look at some fine, fancy and FLAT footwear, just in case we are blessed with another short-lived (but much appreciated) heatwave.  Here are seven of our favourite sandals currently available for you to buy: 1. Leather beaded sandals, £26, ASOS Collection available at ASOS 2. Blue sandals, £339, Lanvin available at Far Fetch 3. Block cololur sandals, £30, available at Dune 4. Fluoro sandals, £70, Marc by Marc Jacobs available at Far Fetch 5. Jewelled sandals, £35, Nine West available at John Lewis 6. Pink gladiator sandals, £25, Collection Weekend by John Lewis available at John Lewis 7. Glitter sandals, £12, available at River Island

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5 shoulder bags we’d gladly swap our rent cheques for!

by on 19th October 2013 0 comments

Sorry landlords, there are far more important things in life than getting a rent cheque in on time. Forgive us, but it’s no contest when it comes to our dedication to arm candy. There are hundreds (believe us, we’ve counted) of bags out there that have the power to make us salivate, from clutches to totes to all else inbetween, but we found that our particular weakness lately lies in shoulder bags. Here’s a list of 5 shoulder bags that are really testing our willpower right now. Apologies if you aren’t as strong-willed as us and end up splurging… Bottega Veneta Duo intrecciato leather shoulder bag Duo intrecciato leather shoulder bag, £1,655, Bottega Veneta available at Net a Porter Marc Jacobs Violet leather shoulder bag with snakeskin closure  Violet leather shoulder bag with snakeskin closure, £1,120,  Marc Jacobs available at My Theresa Miu Miu Nappa leather shoulder bag  Nappa leather shoulder bag, £695, Miu Miu available at Net a Porter Chloe Paraty leather shoulder bag Paraty leather shoulder bag, £1,145, Chloe available at My Theresa Lanvin Mini Pop studded leather shoulder bag Mini Pop studded leather shoulder bag, £915, Lanvin available at Net a Porter

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Midweek Moodboard: Barbie pink a’ la Blake Lively

by on 19th October 2013 0 comments

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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Mel C was our best dressed Spice Girl at yesterday’s Viva Forever! press call – who was yours?

by on 27th June 2012 0 comments

Yesterday’s ‘Celebrity Style’ post was focused on the ever-gorgeous Blake Lively, so as much as we wanted to gush about the TWO beautiful Marchesa and Jenny Packham outfits she wore to The Late Show last night, we thought we’d give someone else a go in the style spotlight. It’s only fair, after all. So, from Gossip Girl to Spice Girl (see what we did there?) we present you: Melanie Chisholm. Mel C, i.e. Sporty Spice, definitely gets our style gold medal for her immaculate appearance at yesterday’s press call for the announcement of the Viva Forever! musical. Don’t act like you’re not excited about it – we’ve seen you Googling the date of opening night! As usual, Victoria Beckham looked pristine, polished and you guessed it, posh, but did you honestly ever think you’d see Sporty Spice in an elegant white mullet dress? No. Exactly – hence why we are showing our appreciation for Mel C’s sartorial choice in the best way we know how. While we loved Emma Bunton’s cute style (we adore those Brian Atwood platforms!) and were quite fond of Geri Halliwell’s flirty (albeit slightly age inappropriate) dress and Mel B’s Lanvin number, Mel C gets our best-dressed vote without a doubt. We love a good fashion risk, and this white Acne dress was definitely one which paid off. Mel C is our best dressed, but who is yours? Vote now! [poll id=”352″] [Image] 

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3 ways to style the CWT (Crisp White Shirt)

by on 19th October 2013 0 comments

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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What to wear…for a black tie dinner

by on 19th October 2013 0 comments

Summer’s here, which means proms, grad balls and, formal dinners that all call for head turning, show stopping, envy-inducing attire. We’ve featured several short dresses in our ‘what to wear’ posts this week, but a glamorous occasion like this calls for a floor sweeping, gasp-inducing effort. That’s not to say you have to do formal wear overkill, in fact you can easily master stand out black tie dinner chic with a handsome dash of spring/summer 2012 and a handful of killer accessories. Tropcial prints are all the rage right now, and this floor-length Ostwald Helgason dress hits the style spot! Complement the riot of colour with gold hardware and skyscraper heels, et voilà, you’re ready to make your entrance, A-list style. Ostwald Helgason printed maxi dress, £450 £215, available at Browns Fiona Paxton Sorrel serrated brass bangle, £59.50 available at The Outnet Pamela Love 10-karat gold-plated spiked cuff, £152.50, available at The Outnet Generate platform sandal, £95, available at Kurt Geiger Lanvin Cigarette case box clutch, £1,370, available at Matches

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The must-have list for fashionable mums-to-be!

by on 25th October 2021 0 comments

We’ve had a whole host of recent celebrity pregnancies and newbie mums who have brought a whole new meaning to ‘yummy mummy.’ Take Beyoncé, for example, who looked every inch the princess of pregnancy while she was expecting daughter Blue Ivy. Her maternity style was just as mind-blowing as her bootylicious stage outfits – OK, maybe not as eccentric, but who can forget that orange Lanvin gown at the 2011 VMA’s and all the lustworthy print and heels she wore during her pregnancy! Hilary Duff is another example of ‘maternity chic’ at it’s best, as the 24-year-old starlet was seen in nothing less than bright blazers, killer heels and snap-worthy sunglasses throughout her pregnancy with baby Luca! Well, for all you expectant mums out there, pick up a style tip or two from your A-list bump-carrying counterparts, and check out the fabulous maternity range at Isabella Oliver – Kristin Cavallari, pictured above in the Ruched Tank Dress, is a big fan! With everything from stylish dresses to comfortable loungewear and jackets, the maternity collection will ensure you remain fashionably kitted out during your pregnancy. Whoever said having children meant sacrificing style?

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Celebrate the Olympics and the Jubilee with Mulberry!

by on 20th September 2012 0 comments

We love a bit of patriotism and right now we have no reason to not love Britain. Not only are we currently giving countries in the Mediterranean a run for their money in terms of weather, but the Olympic and Paralympic Games and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee are literally just around the corner! So, if you want to show the world how much you love all things British with a bit of luxury, we have the perfect thing for you. Mulberry has cottoned on to how important Britishness is to us right now, which is why it’s created an exclusive collection of Union Jack lock products. The classic bags we know and love have been revamped with special Union Jack detailing. We had the pleasure of seeing some of the pieces with our very own eyes at the Mulberry press day and can confirm that they are even more beautiful in the flesh. Head to Mulberry’s website for the full range of Union Jack products.

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Top stories this week: Cannes kicks off with a bang, Chanel’s Cruise collection unveiled and London gets Alice Temperley flagship

by on 19th October 2013 0 comments

Cannes kicks off with a bang You know we love a good red carpet event – any excuse to see our favourite celebs dolled up in the finest Couture. This year at the Cannes Film Festival, the likes of Eva Longoria and Diane Kruger caught our attention during the Opening Ceremony, and the best thing is… we still have another 10 glorious days to go! Read more here!  Karl Lagerfeld unveils the latest Chanel Cruise collection Just before heading to the Cannes Film Festival, the fashion elite headed to the Chateau de Versailles to see what Kaiser Karl had cooked up for the Chanel Cruise 2012-13 collection. There were Chanel face logos, multi-coloured cropped wigs and a lot more punk rock than we’re used to seeing from the French fashion House. Oh, and not a single high heel in sight! Read more here!  Alice Temperley flagship comes to London Yep, Alice Temperley is finally opening a flagship store in London, and it will sit pretty in Mayfair right next to Matthew Williamson, Stella McCartney and Diane von Furstenberg. Read more here! The Queen’s crown gets a designer make-over Harrods enlisted the help of some of the hottest designers, including Roberto Cavalli and Paul Smith, to give the Queen’s crown a make-over ahead of her Diamond Jubilee celebrations. Read more here!  Adele’s Vogue cover worst seller British Vogue editor Alexandra Shulman admitted that Adele’s cover for the fashion Bible had one of the worst sales ever… it’s ok Adele, we still love you! Read more here! 

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Is Alber Elbaz the only ‘real’ designer left?

by on 18th May 2012 0 comments

It’s rare, these days, for a designer belonging to a fashion house owned by a large conglomerate to truthfully speak their mind. Expectations, expected silences and a certain submission are all part and parcel of nurturing someone else’s (fashion) baby, albeit you’re the one who takes a bow out on that runway before a terrifyingly discerning audience. Last week, I came across a piece in The Independent on Lanvin’s loveable artistic director, Alber Elbaz, about his hatred for the word ‘cool’ and his vehement passion for the very creative roots from which he comes. Put simply, he highlighted how the fashion world has, to a set degree, become a theatre act, dramatic designers the puppeteers – I’ll leave you to guess who the puppets are… At the helm of luxury powerhouse Lanvin, Elbaz has quietly transformed this brand into a superpower, celebrated by the celebrity and fashion pack alike. Arriving in 2002, Elbaz took the then ailing brand into his hands, and like a little romantic fairy, brought it back to the fore. In the article, Elbaz, although mentioning no names refers to the spectacle that is the inside fashion pack, and how the industry has increasingly become detached from what it originally set out to do. He also speaks with a certain sadness in his voice on the overdriven rumour mill of who-replaces-who every time a fashion house restructures its creative team, and the pain of his own somewhat history-making dismissal from YSL in 1999 after the Gucci group brought out the brand, for reasons no other than Tom Ford wanting to creatively take over. Talking proudly of a soon-to-be-published book marking his tenth anniversary at Lavin, Elbaz said: “I thought that at a time like now, when the whole industry is about the six minutes of the show […]

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Five minutes with….Lora Nikolaev of GENE

by on 17th September 2023 0 comments

Launched in 2009, luxury womenswear label GENE is already stocked in several countries across the globe, including London, Moscow, New York, Paris, Israel and Eastern Europe. The brainchild of former model and Max Factor’s Chief Make-Up Artist, Lora Nikolaev, GENE prides itself on a minimalist approach to design, with the use of luxe fabrics and a tailored aesthetic. Launched in the UK last month, the GENE  Contradiction Collection for spring/summer 2012 brings together a sophisticated palette of black, white, petroleum green and navy on cashmere and silk. My Fashion Life caught up with Lora to talks career switching, the best shopping destinations and, of course, fashion… Describe your typical working day When I am in Sofia, I am in the showroom by 10am the latest. The day usually starts with my assistant and technician and a small brief of the designs we are currently working on. Drawing, emailing, talking on the phone, or just picking up some new fabrics and approving new styles fills the rest of the day. When I’m in London it’s an 8 am start, and the day is full of meetings and shopping straight through till 8pm! What are your wardrobe staple pieces? A black Alexander McQueen dress, Lanvin twisted black and white silk dress, GENE St Lauren jacket in white, GENE IOKO silk pants, Gene black silk playsuit with open back and a good pair of jeans. I wish I’d invented jeans! The best destination for shopping is… London –  the place for everything! After having two successful careers – one as model, the other as Max Factor’s chief makeup artist – what made you decide on a career in design? I believe my choice to be a fashion person and creative director of GENE was far beyond a personal choice; I find it more of a […]

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H&M Conscious Collection: Can glam be green?

by on 13th April 2012 0 comments

Yesterday saw the launch of the Conscious Collection by Swedish high street retailer, H&M. The eco-friendly collection boasts an Exclusive Conscious collection; red carpet ready pieces crafted from sustainable materials, and following in line with the Swedish retailer’s goal to become the leading name in sustainable design. Exclusive Conscious consists of beautifully crafted floor length gowns and dresses drenched in high-end appeal, meeting the demands for au courant cuts and silhouettes, and keeping loyal to the biggest trends of spring/summer 2012. Doused in colour pop neon and mimicking couture pieces with a pocket-pleasing price tag, you can snap up a Katrantzou-esque hyper-floral form-fitting dress for a fractional £39.99, or maybe a Lanvin-inspired printed dress with a front split, detachable skirt is suited to your style palate at a smile inducing £149.99. This is visually pleasing, well crafted fashion with an untainted production conscience that eliminates the purchasing hierarchy, and allows such fashion to spread itself thinly. See, the glam-gone-green concept has been floating around for some time: H&M produces seasonal Conscious Collections, crafted entirely from 100% organic cotton; Eco-Age creative director and wife of Oscar-winning actor, Colin Firth, Livia Firth, is a well-know sustainable fashion ambassador, and some of the Exclusive Conscious pieces have already made their debut on the red carpet. But let’s look at the reality of it all; can H&M, the fashion world’s equivalent of McDonalds, really claim to be greener than the Amazonian rainforest? Or, even more importantly, can H&M solely produced dresses – minus a high-end designer collaboration tag – really cut it as glamorous when, in fact they are cut price and no match to a Zac Posen ruffled hem gown? The latter, you may say, has already been achieved when Viola Davis and Michelle Williams opted to wear dresses from the Exclusive Conscious range […]

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Paris Fashion Week: Day 4

by on 3rd March 2012 0 comments

With all those rumours flying around, it’s obvious that Bill Gaytten and his work at Christian Dior is going to be put under the microscope and analysed until it can be analysed no more. But, we’re going to continue looking at the Dior collections with an open mind, and we have to say that akin to the recent couture collection, Bill Gaytten’s autumn/winter 2012 outing was actually, quite brilliant.

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Rolling in the Deep – trouble that is, Mr Lagerfeld

by on 10th February 2012 0 comments

We’re gearing up to kick off fashion month – well, NYFW is well under way with several reports of FROW-gracing celebrity IT girls- and it’s all getting a little heated. Kanye’s decided to show in one of fashion’s most easily offended cities again, after a rather ‘rap with a capital C’ to quote one onlooker, debut, and Karl Lagerfeld is on some sort of mission to be branded the next Galliano (minus the racism), after unnecessarily mentioning one of fashion’s pet hates when talking about the ridiculously talented Adele: the ‘F’ word. Yes, the man at the helm of the intertwined C’s candidly called Adele ‘fat’ in an interview with the Metro newspaper, although he cleaned up his verbal vomit by adding she has a ‘beautiful face and a divine voice.’ In the real world, there is nothing untrue about Lagerfeld’s comments. Adele is a large lady. ‘Large’ can be taken as euphemism on my part, if you wish, but it doesn’t withdraw from the fact that Adele isn’t Alexa. On an equal footing, Adele’s weight doesn’t deduct a single scrap of talent from the phenomenally gifted young lady that she is. Tremendously admired either side of the pond, with global album sales in excess of 23.5 million; this immense affection for her arises from the simple fact that she can, with such ease, captivate an audience of thousands by appearing on stage with just a microphone and pianist in tow. That not a single special effect; vintage Versace body or pyrotechnic-laden spectaculars are needed to enhance what she has. She has it all. But it wasn’t labeling Adele ‘a little too fat’ that got my mind reeling, it was more the reaction afterwards. The Cut reported on designer Isaac Mizrahi’s unwavering defence of Lagerfeld’s comments, as the designer ran to […]

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Did someone say payday? 5 treats that won’t break the bank!

by on 19th October 2013 0 comments

All together now- woohoo! Yes it’s the end of the month and we already have a mental list of all the gorgeous things we are going to spend our pay packet on. With so many new season items flooding into the shops we are especially spoilt for choice this month. However, just for you we have picked out the most desirable treats that won’t break the bank. Be warned- you won’t be able to resist ladies… Pastels are huge for S/S 12. Get ahead of the game now with this sleeveless pale mint shirt from topshop. Wear now with a slim cut trousers and a warm cardigan and with shorts later in the year.  Mint Sleeveless Shirt, £30, available at Topshop   We are a sucker for a nice clutch bag here at MFL and this new season braided one from French Connection is all kinds of gorgeous… Betty Braid Clutch, £60, available at French Connection We are going to say this very slowly. McQueen. At. 80%. Off. Now go… McQ White Sleeveless Laced Shoulder Shirt, £175 £34, available at My-wardrobe   While we won’t be heading to Paris Fashion Week to see the Lanvin show, that doesn’t mean we can’t look like the chicest person in the office with this Alber Elbaz notebook. Yes it’s just paper but it’s fashion darling! Lanvin Alber Silhouettes Small Notebook, £30, available at Matches   This bag puts us in a super happy mood and channels theladylike trend perfectly. Race you to the till… Coral Lady Stud Bow Bag, £25, available at Topshop    

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Lunchtime buy: Lara Bohinc solar eclipse bracelet

by on 14th December 2011 0 comments

There’s no piece of jewellery more noticeable than a piece by Lara Bohinc. Born in Slovenia and originally trained in industrial design before gaining an MA in jewellery design from the Royal College of Art, Lara Bohinc’s jewellery has always carried a sculptural aesthetic that makes her pieces extremely attention-grabbing. Having collaborated with Gucci, Marcus Lupfer and Lanvin to name a few – whilst also working as a freelance consultant for Cartier International – it’s clear that Lara’s got a good eye for style, and this bracelet is exemplary of her talents. Its hexagonal snake chain sculpture is pure Bohinc DNA. Its circular shape sums up the wonder of a solar eclipse while the platinum colour captures the light beautifully. There’s bundles of inticate detail, too, with a slinky watch clasp featuring an engraved logo. Setting off our Christmas cocktail dresses perfectly, it’s sure to provide lasting glamour to every outfit in 2012. Utterly original and chic – what’s not to like? Lara Bohinc Solar Eclipse Bracelet, £425, available at mytheresa.

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Top stories this week: Rosie Huntington-Whiteley for M&S, Beyonce’s pregnant, McQueen exhibition comes to London and MORE!

by on 19th October 2013 Comments are Disabled

Beyonce is pregnant! We’ve got to admit that the above picture filled us with more joy than than a full stocking on Christmas morning. Debuting her Lanvin-encased bump at the VMAs last weekend, Beyonce announced the news that Sasha Fierce fans have been waiting to hear – she’s pregnant with Jay Z’s baby! Read more about the bootylicious mamma’s pregnancy here! Rosie Huntington-Whiteley models for Marks and Spencer Not quite the next step that was expected for Burberry body Rosie Huntington-Whiteley after her acting debut in Transformers 3, the model has turned to smoulder on screen as the new face of Marks and Spencer’s Autograph collection. And we definitely didn’t expect to see Stateside hunk Ryan Reynolds cuddling up next to her, either! Check out a first glimpse of the ad campaign here! McQueen’s Savage Beauty exhibition is coming to London! Finally we can marvel at the beauty of the late Alexander McQueen’s designs on home soil, thanks to all the fashion fans who signed the petition to bring the Savage Beauty exhibition home to London. Of course, it’s not official just yet, but discussions are underway as to possible venues to host the record-breaking exhibit in the capital. Read more here! Valentino: the musical, coming to stage near you As if an Oscar-nominated film wasn’t enough, legendary designer Valentino might be about to hit the Broadway in a musical about his life. The near-80-year old’s fabulous fashion story is in talks to be made into an on-stage production, Valentino: the musical – we can’t wait to see the costumes! Read more here! Angelina Jolie spends £1,300 in 15 minutes at French Connection Remember when Beyonce had a manic dash round Topshop? Well Angelina Jolie just topped that epic shop with a crazy 15-minute pit-stop in French Connection. Hitting London’s King’s Road this week, she splashed out […]

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MTV VMAs 2011: best and worst dressed

by on 30th August 2011 0 comments

In case you hadn’t noticed, MTV had a little awards party on Sunday. Yes, the 2011 VMAs took place over the weekend, and though it’s unlikely anyone can trump Beyonce’s baby news with something more exciting, we’re still having fun casting our eagle eye over the sartorial hits and misses today. And whether it’s Beyonce clutching her baby bump in glowing orange Lanvin, Katy Perry coming as a cake (again) or Lady Gaga dressing as a man, there’s quite the assortment. From the floor-sweeping gowns that graced the red carpet with aplomb to the what-were-you-thinking disasters that filled us with dread, take a look at our pick of the best and worst dressed from Sunday night’s ceremony (and yes, this does come with a warning). Best Beyonce in Lanvin Selena Gomez in Julien Macdonald Kelly Rowland in Falguni & Shane Zoe Saldana in Barbara Bui Adele in Barbara Tfank Worst Nicki Minaj in Gareth Pugh Lady Gaga in Dior Homme Katy Perry in Atelier Versace Kim Kardashian in KaufmanFranco Britney Spears in Moschino

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AW 11 Trend Recap: Romanticised Fetish & Subtle Androgyny

by on 19th October 2013 0 comments

Fetish If bold hues and saturated prints sent your pulses racing during spring/summer 2011, brace yourself and prepare to be doused in the sexier side of fashion. Fetishism’s were a seductively tantalising visual for autumn/winter 2011, as we saw designers so skilfully display the romanticised side of this extreme ‘sport’ into their collections. Sweet nothings were whispered at Christopher Kane, Dior and Louis Vuitton with delicate sheer inserts contrasted against stark black, whilst a lacier affair delighted at Lanvin and Antonio Berardi. But this bondage inspired look wouldn’t be complete without a touch of slick black PVC and leather as seen at Etro and Ralph Lauren. If innuendo were a dress, this would be it. Androgyny They may be impossible to live with, but the boys are being generous this season and letting us borrow from their wardrobes. Nothing brought a more mastered masculine touch than autumn/winter 2011’s softly-softly take on sharp tailoring. Injected with sexy, feminine accents in the form of sparkly trousers at Michael Kors and plunging necklines at Balmain and Chanel, tuxedos were the template. Totally transformed, with embellished lapels at Dolce & Gabbana; cropped tux jackets at The Row; rounded tailcoats at Moschino and a prevalently monochrome palette; this really is the best of both worlds.

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What’s In Your Makeup Bag: Harper’s Bazaar’s Gabriele Hackworthy

by on 5th June 2016 0 comments

With wardrobes worth their weight in gold, and hairdos commanding very little to look perfect, it’s the makeup bags of these fashion doyennes we never get to see. To find out the secrets behind their luminous complexions, catwalk replica bee-stung pouts and impeccably natural looking tans, we delved deep into Harper’s Bazaar’s newly-appointed fashion director Gabriele Hackworthy’s makeup bag. Recognised for her cutting edge style and distinct fashion perspective, Gabriele has more than 15 years’ experience in the fashion industry.   Having started out at Australian Vogue and promoted to fashion director at the impressive age of 26, Gabriele has also worked as fashion director-at-large for both Japanese and Chinese Vogue, when the latter publication launched in 2004. We caught up with Gabriele for a quick chat about her beauty regime and the products she swears by to keep her looking camera ready in a stylishly hectic job… What’s in your makeup bag? Cle De Peau concealer, Shu Uemera eyelash curlers, I use two foundations – YSL Perfect Touch foundation or Cle de Peau Refining Fluid Foundation

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Who will replace Christophe Decarnin at Balmain?

by on 19th October 2013 0 comments

This season is going to be remembered not for trends or style icons, but as the season of the great creative reshuffle. First Galliano was fired from Dior under the shadow of scandal, spelling rumours of a major swap-around in the luxury French fashion houses, and just yesterday it was announced that another of the greats has jumped ship as Christophe Decarnin parted ways with Balmain. The French designer, who joined the label in 2005, is widely credited as the strength behind Balmain, lifting both prices and designs to new heights, and inspiring Balmania among celebs and the fashion world with his fierce designs. Although his departure hasn’t attracted the same sense of shock as Galliano’s, rumours are rife as to what has prompted the split. Most sources suggest the designer’s recent absence from his AW11 show, blamed on exhaustion, was actually masking a deeper emotional health crisis. But it’s also possible that his leaving has a lot to do with creative differences between Decarnin and Balmain CEO Alain Hivelin (how many ripped tees and power leather can one really wear?), or that the designer’s enthusiasm was lost after unofficial Balmain ambassador and supportive friend Emmanuelle Alt left the brand to take the helm at Vogue Paris. Either way, there’s opening at Balmain for one of the biggest feats in fashion, and the question on everyone’s lips is who’s going to get it. We’ve highlighted the favourite front-runners for the job (and yes, the same names rumoured for Dior are cropping up here, too) – see below for the candidates tipped for the post. 1. Melanie Ward Who: Balmain’s stylist Why: Fashionista tips Ward as the most likely replacement. Following Emmanuelle Alt’s departure, über-stylist Ward stepped in to cover styling duties at Balmain, and was credited, albeit unofficially, with having […]

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Will Erdem ever design for H&M?

by on 4th April 2011 0 comments

Like with many high-street and designer collaborations there’s always a lengthy period filled with guessing games as to whether or not the coveted designer in mind will actually go forth with the capsule collection – and the latest one is no exception.

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Paris Fashion Week AW11 round-up

by on 19th March 2011 0 comments

As Paris Fashion Week brought the month-long round of AW11 collections to an end, we’ve scoured through the shows to bring you a quick-fire round-up of our favourites from the City of Light. Take a look at our highlights from the sartorial proceedings in Paris below… Who: Alexander McQueen What: The collection, at times, maintained a softer silhouette than we’re used to from the house of McQueen, but once again Sarah Burton proved she knows what she’s doing with the label. With white tweed skirts, fur accents, opened pleats, grey separates, intricate suits, knitted fur detailing, raw chiffon frills, spray-on leather leggings, robotic bustiers, platform shoes and moulded silhouettes galore – this was yet another truly astounding collection, with McQueen’s signature style printed all over it. And the finale of wedding-esque dresses did nothing to dispel the Kate Middleton rumours. Who: Chanel What: Lagerfeld definitely celebrated International Women’s Day with his autumn/winter collection at Paris Fashion Week, and with raw silhouetted clothing making a profound impact on the catwalk, there was no denying the rough, tough and ready mood of the clothes: an abundance of boiler suits, cropped jackets, pleated trousers, tweed legwarmers, flat brogues and mannish ankle boots. Who: Louis Vuitton What: A quintessential collection of hotel uniform-inspired clothes, with patent leather jackets, sheer skirts exposing suspenders and bottom-revealing cashmere onesies completing the array of rule-breaking get-ups. Surprise appearances from Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss smoking stole the show. Who: Lanvin What: A collection of sophisticated silhouettes, with mustard and caramel draped fabric dresses aplenty. Who: Valentino What: A romantic collection of lace and cashmere, delicate jumpers and A-line dresses. Who: Miu Miu What: A statement collection of signature Sixites shapes, bold colour blocking and sparkly heels galore. Who: Givenchy What: A collection inspired by the Japanese kimono silhouette […]

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Derek Blasberg confirms Tisci for Dior via Twitter

by on 9th March 2011 0 comments

It looks as if the gossip surrounding Riccardo Tisci – and whether or not this Italian designer will take the helm at Christian Dior – has just been kicked up a notch, as fashion editor, Derek Blasberg, revealed on Twitter last night that Tisci has definitely been confirmed for Dior. Whilst backstage at a Katy Perry concert, Blasberg tweeted: “I was just told backstage at the @KatyPerry concert (of all places!) that Riccardo Tisci is CONFIRMED at Dior. I leave #PFW for a second…” But with Tisci recently stating he was “happy at Givenchy,” the rumours continue to spiral on we’re afraid, with Style.com only adding yet more fire to the billowing flame of uncertainty over Twitter: “Not to add to the Dior rumor mill, but people in Paris are asking, why has the Lanvin team been in tears all day?” Could the Lanvin director, Alber Elbaz, still be in the running for the coveted scoop at Dior? It’s almost too much gossip for one to handle.

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Who will replace John Galliano?

by on 19th October 2013 0 comments

So Galliano’s out. It’s a sad, sorry shame, but it was inevitable (and necessary) in light of his recent racist ramblings. Naturally, the fashion sphere has already begun speculating who’ll replace the enfant terrible – but let’s face it; those are some pretty big pirate boots to fill. With Dior standing by its schedule to show its autumn/winter 2011 collection at Paris Fashion Week on Friday, the pressure’s never been so high to perform – rumour has it some top editors are anxious of attending the house’s show because it’s been tainted with bad publicity – especially with the all-too realistic problem of poor sales looming. Suffice to say, we reckon Dior’s looking to find a new front (wo)man to direct its design pretty pronto, so let’s take a look at the names being thrown around already as possible replacements. 1. Riccardo Tisci Who: Riccardo Tisci, creative director at Givenchy Why: Riccardo Tisci has garnered increasing acclaim since heading Givenchy in 2005. He’s a design genius and he’s bold, but he’s also a safe bet, seeing as he’s already working within the LVMH staple (Givenchy belongs to the luxury conglomerate). And if you believe in history repeating itself, you’ll like this – Galliano was himself heading Givenchy before landing creative director at Dior. 2. Marc Jacobs Who: Marc Jacobs, creative director at Louis Vuitton as well as his eponymous empire Why: Louis Vuitton also lives under LVHM alongside Dior – if the powers that be want to keep it in the family, Marc could be in the running. Question is, is he ready to leave Louis Vuitton? 3. Phoebe Philo Who: Phoebe Philo, creative director at Celine Why: Another designer working under LVMH’s bracket, Celine is also owned by Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy, making Phoebe Philo another close contender. But […]

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Anne Hathaway’s 8 Oscar dresses: which was best?

by on 28th February 2011 0 comments

The pressures of hosting the Oscars – especially when you’re the youngest host in the awards’ history – must have got to Anne Hathaway’s wardrobe at the 83rd Academy Awards last night. With no less than eight outfit changes, she left little room for disappointment in the sartorial stakes, switching between a vintage Valentino here and an Aetelier Versace couture there thanks to Rachel Zoe’s styling assistance. Sure, she didn’t break barriers, but she name-dropped enough designers to be worthy of an Oscar herself. Here’s a breakdown of what she wore – let us know which look you loved best in the poll below. 1. Valentino Arriving on the arm of the designer, Anne arrived on the red carpet in a red Valentino gown – from the label’s couture archive, no less. 2. Givenchy Couture Taking to the stage to kick-start the ceremony, Anne chose an ivory chiffon gown with crystal embellishment by Givenchy Couture. 3. Lanvin From Goddess to guy, a quick change into a le smoking-style tuxe from Lanvin and crystal Brian Atwood pumps broke up Anne’s gaggle of gorgeous gowns (albeit briefly). 4. Vivienne Westwood Back to the ballgowns – Anne slipped into a black corset feather-printed tiered dress by Vivienne Westwood for her third look. 5. Oscar de la Renta He was missed on the red carpet last night, but Anne championed the iconic American designer in a metallic gold form-fitting dress with flapper-style fringing (which she demonstrated with a shimmy). 6. Atelier Versace Back to red – this time wine coloured – in a strapless floor-length gown with embellishment across the bodice by Aetelier Versace 7. Armani Prive Swapping shimmer for simplicity, Anne changed into a gloss-finished cobalt blue column dress by Armani Prive for her penultimate look. 8. Tom Ford In the ultimate show-stopper, […]

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BAFTAs 2011 best dressed: Emma Stone

by on 14th February 2011 0 comments

Star of the upcoming Spiderman films, rising style-setter Emma Stone looked cool and relaxed in this billowing Lanvin dress, complete with a fitted asymmetric top. Rocking a tousled bob and simple makeup, she upped the glamour with gold accessories. Agree? Disagree? Share your thoughts below! [poll id=”15″]

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SS11 trend recap: plisse pleats and sheer lace delight

by on 20th October 2013 0 comments

It’s Friday, and we’re in love. Yes, we do happen to be listening to the Cure, but Robert Smith’s not the only romantic round here – where spring’s concerned, romance is rife. To mark the last day in our SS11 trend recaps, we’re embracing next season’s ethereal edge and looking to pretty ballerina-inspired pleats and lashings of peek-a-boo lace to get us through the afternoon with sheer sweet delight. Plisse pleats L-R: Chloe, Lanvin, Richard Nicoll From skater to box to plisse, pleats rule the roost this spring. The perfect lightweight finish to full, floaty skirts, look for flippy shapes that skim the knee, mid-lengths that swing at your calves, or long lines that sweep the floor for full-on romance . Take sartorial inspiration from Chloe‘s soft ballet-inspired skirts, Lanvin‘s billowing leg-flashers and Richard Nicoll‘s pretty pleated playsuits. Sheer lace delight L-R: Erdem, Dolce & Gabbana, Christopher Kane If it’s worth seeing next spring, it’s worth seeing through. Lace is back for SS11, but its delight this time around is in its sheer diversity – quite literally. From frilly white shirt dresses at Erdem to stunning floor-sweeping wedding cast-offs at Dolce & Gabbana, lace embraces next season’s luxe romantic feel with an etheral edge. Looking to offset the girliness? Get your direction from Christopher Kane, who balanced feminine shapes with popping acid neons. [Images: Style.com]

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H&M launches plus-size collection online

by on 27th January 2011 0 comments

It seems spring/summer 2011 is set to be a big season for collaboration-crazy H&M – not only is the high-street store teaming up with blogger Elin Kling on a capsule collection and joining forces with footwear brand Swedish Hasbeens, they’re now dabbling in plus-size, too. No rest for the wicked, eh?

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H&M to collaborate with Swedish Hasbeens

by on 20th January 2011 0 comments

Normally reserved to the cobbled streets of Sweden – until last year, perhaps – the original wooden clog is putting its stamp back on preppy footwear for spring, and thanks to fellow fashion natives H&M, clog company Swedish Hasbeens is about to become purse-friendly when the pair join forces to create a one-off collection for the high street store.

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Golden Globes 2011: worst dressed

by on 17th January 2011 0 comments

You’ve seen the sartorial highs from last night’s 68th Golden Globe Awards, now it’s time for the ones you’ve all been waiting for – the downright disasters. From the all-too-familiar faces to the un-stylish surprises, cue the giggles and gasps as we reveal the worst dressed celebs on yesterday’s red carpet… There’s just no saving Jennifer Love Hewitt (above) from this awful pale blue oversized origami Romona Keveza dress – the colour and stiff structure just don’t cut the sartorial mustard on Jen. Despite most of Twitter raving over this, words fail us when it comes to Halle Berry’s Nina Ricci netted LBD – perhaps someone should tell her she’s not cat Woman any more. We’ve come to expect nothing less than English eccentricity from Helena Bonham Carter, but it looks as though Johnny Depp’s Mad Hatter has rubbed off all too much on the actress in this mixed-print net-skirted Vivienne Westwood dress, Lennon shades and mis-matched shoes. Shame neither of them matched her dress. Christina Aguilera hasn’t been scoring all that highly in the style stakes lately, and unless she was trying to look like a mermaid, we’re sorry to say this Zuhair Murad frock hasn’t helped her much. Another miss for designer Zuhair Murad, who doesn’t seem to be having much luck at the this year’s Golden Globes – just look at this whiter-than-white wedding-inspired gown Jennifer Lopez wore on the night, complete with a diamond-encrusted cape. Always one to break the mould, Tilda Swinton‘s efforts to do things differently in new-season Jil Sander didn’t pay off this time – the lemon skirt and crisp white shirt looks awkward on the androgynous actress. Last but not least is (regrettably) American actress Julianne Moore – who made quite the fashion faux pax in this ill-fitting one-puff-sleeved Lanvin dress – […]

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