Am really busy so hardly a moment to post, comment or anything. I'm brushing my teeth running out the door...bye xx
Friday, 17 September 2010
Edited edtied version
Love Marc Jacobs show from NY Fashion Week - have to say obviously inspired by Edith Head's costumes for Dorothy Lamour in the 1930s. He never minds a bit of cultural capital...will explain anon. The only reason seen pics is I was sent them!
Am really busy so hardly a moment to post, comment or anything. I'm brushing my teeth running out the door...bye xx
Am really busy so hardly a moment to post, comment or anything. I'm brushing my teeth running out the door...bye xx
Thursday, 16 September 2010
Biba co-incident
The new range of Biba clothes is a House of Fraser exclusive with Daisy Lowe as the face of the relaunched brand. Completely by co-incident I've been asked to photograph a small collection of Biba clothes for archiving. I'm not taking the photos but creating a setting for it all. I've currently got one of the dresses hanging on my bedroom door for inspiration - it hasn't come yet although a preview of Vintage-a-Peel's Autumn collection has me chasing some gold platforms so maybe my eureka moment will come soon.
Wednesday, 15 September 2010
Something I threw on...
...from my wardrobe!
This week you have a challenge. It is no good me being a bright spark when it comes to Wednesday's and handing it to you on a plate. So far the bush telegraph had told me someone went and shopped the whole school run look and another got her interview look together for that day and landed a wonderful contract with a great day rate. All good stuff but... none of us can escape the fact hard times are likely to get harder. You should attempt to squirrel away as much as possible - she says with a growing wish list in her head!
So, in a real make do push I challenge you to grab a dress out of the wardrobe you keep saving for best. I don't care if it has sequins or marabou on it - pull it out. Put it on and then go through your knitwear and try cardigans and jumpers on top of it. Select the one you like the best and then add a ribbon around your waist or a skinny belt. I don't care what colour it is nor should you.
Then all you have to do is add knee high boots or some courts or flat pumps. Try not to wear tights. Either go bare legged or be adventurous and wear some fashion editor ankle socks.
Et voila. You've been creative and experimented. Plus you've saved money even if it is only in your head. Never underestimate what is in your wardrobe or what you can do.
Now al you have to do it take a photograph and email me your best efforts if you are brave enough.
This week you have a challenge. It is no good me being a bright spark when it comes to Wednesday's and handing it to you on a plate. So far the bush telegraph had told me someone went and shopped the whole school run look and another got her interview look together for that day and landed a wonderful contract with a great day rate. All good stuff but... none of us can escape the fact hard times are likely to get harder. You should attempt to squirrel away as much as possible - she says with a growing wish list in her head!
So, in a real make do push I challenge you to grab a dress out of the wardrobe you keep saving for best. I don't care if it has sequins or marabou on it - pull it out. Put it on and then go through your knitwear and try cardigans and jumpers on top of it. Select the one you like the best and then add a ribbon around your waist or a skinny belt. I don't care what colour it is nor should you.
Then all you have to do is add knee high boots or some courts or flat pumps. Try not to wear tights. Either go bare legged or be adventurous and wear some fashion editor ankle socks.
Et voila. You've been creative and experimented. Plus you've saved money even if it is only in your head. Never underestimate what is in your wardrobe or what you can do.
Now al you have to do it take a photograph and email me your best efforts if you are brave enough.
Tuesday, 14 September 2010
Think Pink and Red
Colour causes a lot of contention when it comes to putting together or pulling off looks. During my work and particularly when I'm teaching fashion and styling I get asked about what colours can people wear and what colours are wrong. I'm afraid I disappoint as I invariable say anything goes. Having broken down the walls of colour rules (this sentence made me think of one of my favourite Northern Soul song by the Bandwagon Breaking Down the Walls of Heartache!) I have to build back up their confidence and introduce the world of colour.
The world of colour has no rules. If you look all around you at nature, light, buildings, art and watch films these are some example how you can imagine colour interacting or clashing.
A current trend explosion is my all time favourite red and pink. My hallway is a homage to this combination. I have the Andy Warhol Sunflower series in his pink and red version hanging up and my flowers are usually a pink and red combo.
Never say never, always have fun with clothes and combine whatever you want and this made me think of The Psychadelic Furs and Love my Way with those classic lines 'love my way, it's a new road, I follow where my mind goes'. Embrace the pink and red.
The world of colour has no rules. If you look all around you at nature, light, buildings, art and watch films these are some example how you can imagine colour interacting or clashing.
A current trend explosion is my all time favourite red and pink. My hallway is a homage to this combination. I have the Andy Warhol Sunflower series in his pink and red version hanging up and my flowers are usually a pink and red combo.
Never say never, always have fun with clothes and combine whatever you want and this made me think of The Psychadelic Furs and Love my Way with those classic lines 'love my way, it's a new road, I follow where my mind goes'. Embrace the pink and red.
Monday, 13 September 2010
Maxi,Midi,Mini - pendant purchases
Invariably the necklaces I really like are completely out of budget. Which is always a real shame as a good bit of jewellery can often enhance a look without much effort. Pendants always add a bit of nonchalance to a look. They suggest creativity even if you haven't got a creative bone in your body. Of course the rich pickings on Net-A-Porter suggest more creative bucks than your Topshop purchase. But at least with Topshop you can wear your pendant with attitude and your bank balance intact.
Sunday, 12 September 2010
What a dear
Last year I made no attempt to disguise my disdain for all digital prints of animals on t-shirts. The guerilla et al made me wince.
However in a glorious stroll across Richmond Park, with the sun shining and the young stags frolicking amongst the bracken and fern I wanted some deer action.
My favourite stocking filler presents and decorations at home are anything to do deer. My favourite place to fulfil my deer needs is Caravan in Redcliffe St, Shorditch. Emily, the owner is a fiend at sourcing lots of dear deer items. The shop is a wonderful browse but on-line there is always something lovely to add to a wish list, like this deer hook for £17.50
The trouble with looking around for presents for the impending 'C' season is I always seem to find things that Santa might want to bring me. This time I've tipped into an animal print tee but I assure you it is a million miles away from those I stuck my nose up at!
However in a glorious stroll across Richmond Park, with the sun shining and the young stags frolicking amongst the bracken and fern I wanted some deer action.
My favourite stocking filler presents and decorations at home are anything to do deer. My favourite place to fulfil my deer needs is Caravan in Redcliffe St, Shorditch. Emily, the owner is a fiend at sourcing lots of dear deer items. The shop is a wonderful browse but on-line there is always something lovely to add to a wish list, like this deer hook for £17.50
The trouble with looking around for presents for the impending 'C' season is I always seem to find things that Santa might want to bring me. This time I've tipped into an animal print tee but I assure you it is a million miles away from those I stuck my nose up at!
Saturday, 11 September 2010
High Street Pick of the Week
Officially I'm obsessed. I don't think I've ever had anything feathery not even a boa - though I am troubled at night by the chance I might have worn just one feather earring in my ear once upon a time.
Anyway back to the love... the feather clutch love. Simply just love 'em.
Anyway back to the love... the feather clutch love. Simply just love 'em.
Friday, 10 September 2010
Bye Bye BB
Will miss Davina and her wonderful wardrobe of black clothes. Love the fact she wore a red dress, and a sparkly on at that, for the final ever Big Brother.
Lets the Shows begin
And we are off....yes it starts in New York, fleetingly in London, then Milan and ends in Paris.
First up on Style.com was a Organic by John Patrick. Sweet and cute but dull is the edited, edited version. Actually they wrote a lot better than that, in the way you can dress up fashion show review copy.
It will be a never ending whirl of posts and pics for the next few weeks on the fashion blogosphere but for now I give you your new spring Sunday best. Then you won't moan when the big name shows looks are plastered everywhere, you be glad of the detail and spectacle!
dress: Organic by John Patrick image: Style.com
First up on Style.com was a Organic by John Patrick. Sweet and cute but dull is the edited, edited version. Actually they wrote a lot better than that, in the way you can dress up fashion show review copy.
It will be a never ending whirl of posts and pics for the next few weeks on the fashion blogosphere but for now I give you your new spring Sunday best. Then you won't moan when the big name shows looks are plastered everywhere, you be glad of the detail and spectacle!
dress: Organic by John Patrick image: Style.com
Thursday, 9 September 2010
Sharing the Nigella love
I'm not slacking on brain power but yesterday was full on with school run, writing (me) and tennis lessons (petit garcon). And after I read the comments I was struck by the 'curvy' girl lament. I say the same thing time and time again it is all about proportions and the need to find 'products' i.e. garments that suit your body shape and that includes body and leg length. I will do some more research and dispense more advice on what, why and where.
Meanwhile I give you Nigella in all her glory...
Meanwhile I give you Nigella in all her glory...
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