Actually this weeks pick is a shocker - in the sense that I'm not a fan of Karen Millen. To overstated for my liking. It has always been a poor woman's homage to Gucci of the Tom Ford era without any of the panache. You do get the occasional numbers of note, but my main beef is with the silly buttons with 'Karen Millen' emblazoned on them. Why? Why is this necessary. It is the same matter with River Island who year after year produced great linen trousers for the summer. A great suitcase staple. Until last summer - someone in their design dept decided to 'brand' said lines with River Island on the back of them. All my Notting Hill ladies who'd relied on these reasonable priced 'secret' numbers were advised they'd be supplied no more. Who would want to display their finds in such a way!
On balance I steer away from Karen Millen, however this season a lovely cardigan in three bright colours caught my eye and I had to say I was smitten. It falls into my 'I must grow up and look like Tamar Mellon' bracket. Okay I don't really want to look like Tamara Mellon but a bit of sophistication and pseudo LA glamour wouldn't go amiss. This cardigan can deliver an upgrade in the sophistication department under a £100, despite the buttons.
"Why? Why is this necessary?" -- a question that can be asked about so many things.
ReplyDeleteI soooooo agree with WendyB
ReplyDeleteBut I think the cardi is cute.
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It's pretty cute :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous shade of blue
ReplyDeleteI know Karen millen, but i'm not too familiar with her stuff.
Hi there-I agree about the logo, too much information.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad someone else has noticed that about River Island. I always look at their bags and think 'hmm this could pass as designer, maybe I'll get it?' but when I notice RIVER ISLAND is stamped on it the fun is ruined.
ReplyDeleteLove that blue color, perfect for some spring feeling.
ReplyDeleteWe have to pay for their stuff and then give them free advertising as well?!
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure about that cardi either, sure it looks fine smoothed over the manequin but how will it work over the curves of a human when it loses its lines? The colour however is magnificant.
Cybil - actually the knit and cut means it holds it lines perfectly. It's great at creating a waist or emphasising one! I've always checked my high street recommendation out on several shapes before I recommend. The three colours are really bold and uplifting too.
ReplyDeletethat cardi is quirky and cute :)
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What a lovely blue colour! OMG!
ReplyDeleteHave a great day & hugs: Janet
That cardi is very sharp. It could soup up the most basic pencil skirt or trousers in the best way! The color is superb.
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ReplyDeleteKeep posting stuff like this i really like it
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