Sunday 29 January 2012

Mary Katrantzou


Keira Knightley is very much a champion of up and coming or quirky and unusual designers. Keira wore this Mary Katrantzou dress in Venice last year and the fash-pack raved about it. An amazing and dynamic print, Katrantzou has followed up with a truly unique SS12 collection. Symmetrical tableau scenes in bold and contrasting colours, Katrantzou has bought print designs to a new level.






Friday 13 January 2012

2011: A Year of British Style

Championing British Wardrobe classics: Emma Watson in a twist on the Burberry classic mac, and in Alexander McQueen's Tartan dress. Emma is quickly becoming a Brit style icon.


In the Navy: showing that Britannia does indeed rules the waves, Kate Middleton has got nautical fashion down to a tee in these Alexander McQueen ensembles.


The movie of last year, Helena Bonham Carter portrayed many a British institution from the 'stiff upper lip' and 'keeping it in the family' to 'a cup of tea will solve everything'. Her costumes for playing the late Queen Mother Elizabeth were beautiful: fur jackets, muted tones and chic accessories make for timeless and classic British style.



2011: A Year of Bridal Style


Playing Bride: Beyonce in Best Thing I Ever Had music video in Baracci

Abbey Clancy in Giles Deacon

Kate Moss in Galliano

The Bride of the Year: Kate Middleton in Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen 



Thursday 22 December 2011

Love Actually Interiors

One of my favourite Christmas films is Love Actually. Like all Richard Curtis' films, it captures London beautifully, more specifically London at Christmas time. The interiors particularly strike me whenever I watch it. Each house seems to represent their respective characters. The following are the ones i find most stylish.









Star of AW11

The sweater of the season has to be Chinti and Parker's star sweater. For all of those who weren't lucky enough to get one (It was exclusive to net-a-porter and swiftly sold out) They are doing another star intarsia style for SS12 along with a polka dot style. The Italian cashmere label is slowly becoming a very prominent label, with the likes of Cheryl Cole and Alexa Chung being fans.





Tuesday 20 December 2011

Peace and Love

Heart? Peace sign? Can't decide? Get both like me, with this beautiful gold plated peace and heart necklace by Zara Taylor. I love it.




Sunday 18 December 2011

London Haunt #8 The Golden Hind

There simply is no better place in London to go for fish and chips. This place is so popular, that they don't take bookings and there is often a queue! The family run business is so homely and welcoming and food is so delicious, ultimate comfort food! It's nicely tucked away on Marylebone Lane and the restaurant recently expanded over to next door. I highly recommend it to all.









Sunday 11 December 2011

Bowler Hats


The Bowler hat. It is an iconic piece in fashion history. It was made infamous by Charlie Chaplin. Then Coco Chanel made it a piece that resonates with quirky French style. Liza Minelli made it sexy in Cabaret, and A Clockwork Orange made it an iconic villain accessory.

Keira Knighley For Coco Mademoiselle


Marks and Spencer Bowler Hat Limited Edition £18

Coco Chanel taught girls to embrace their inner tomboy, and the bowler hat does just that.

Daisy Lowe
Rachel Bilson

Saturday 10 December 2011

Style X

It's the X Factor final tonight! I have to say that I haven't been massively impressed by the styling this year. Bar Misha B in her dresses made from vinyl records or newspapers, the rest have been pretty dull. Here are a few of my favourite outfits over X Factor style history.










Monday 5 December 2011

Glove Story

It's certainly cold enough for these babies! My ideal gloves - leather outside, cashmere inside and quilting detail. They're available from www.black.co.uk. Stocking filler please.




 

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