by Sarah-Hayley Owen: WK4Jan13

Thursday, January 24, 2013

Trend - Stripe It: Take a linear approach to SS13 Pattern

Thursday, January 24, 2013

For SS13 stripes and checks are carried forward from AW12, building on the optical geometric trend. Seen on the catwalks of Marc Jacobs, M...

For SS13 stripes and checks are carried forward from AW12, building on the optical geometric trend.
Seen on the catwalks of Marc Jacobs, Moschino, Sportmax and Dior these lines vary in thickness, direction and colour. Don't limit yourself to straight lines, use Marc Jacobs as inspiration and combine different thicknesses and directions in one outfit. If you want an element of catwalk styling to your look but unsure if you want to make such a bold statement, keep it simple and opt for vertical stripes which flatter and elongate the body.

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MSGM, luisaviaroma.com
Camilla and Marc Paris, austique.co.uk

Electronic Sheep, boticca.com

Inwear, okeefefashion.com

Charles Philip, shoescribe.com

Marc by Marc Jacobs, net-a-porter.com

Sportmax, matchesfashion.com

Sergio Rossi, farfetch.com

Issa London, stanwells.com

Chianti & Parker, miminoor.com

Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Trend - Opposites Attract: Black with White SS13

Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Seen on the catwalks of Marc Jacobs, Jil Sander and Celine, to name but a few, this wonderful wearable trend , whether in patterns or bloc...

Seen on the catwalks of Marc Jacobs, Jil Sander and Celine, to name but a few, this wonderful wearable trend, whether in patterns or block colour, will make a modern statement for your work or evening wardrobe. I have selected my favourite pieces from the first batch of 'new-in' products online!

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ATELIER-MAYER
BARBARA BUI at thecorner.com
LULU GUINNESS
BY ZOE at Nelly.com
BY MALENE BIRGER at mytheresa.com
ALTUZARRA at matchesfashion.com
CEDRIC CHARLIER at farfetch.com
EDITION de LUXE
JIMMY CHOO at net-a-porter.com
TIBI at shopbop.com

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Chanel Couture SS13 - A Gothic Fairytale

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Karl Lagerfeld filled the Grand Palais with a forest of trees for the SS13 Couture show in Paris. The collection was eclecti...

Karl Lagerfeld filled the Grand Palais with a forest of trees for the SS13 Couture show in Paris.

The collection was eclectic. Black dresses were heavily embellished with layer upon layer of texture, while white tweed dresses and twin sets drew attention to the shoulders, Lagerfeld framed them with stole like capes adding an extra dimension. The beauty look albeit not conventionally beautiful was definitely striking. Feather fascinators were worn in the side of a tussled hair-up style, with one stark gothic smoky eye, adding drama and impact to the collection.

The emphasis on the shoulders continued throughout the collection, with off-the-shoulder dresses left bare or covered with lace.

Peep toe boots were worn with each look as lace or skin-tight silver leather followed the line of the whole leg or skimmed the ankle.

The colour came in a set of dresses in red, black and white sequins adorned with flower motifs.

A uniformed theme throughout SS13 couture is the idea of nature, with trees seen at Dior and Nicholas Oakwell including Chanel.

Lagerfeld presented a mythical and mysterious collection with models reminiscent of ethereal fairies. I loved!

Monday, January 21, 2013

Dior Couture SS13 by Raf Simons - A Secret Garden

Monday, January 21, 2013

Raf Simons opened up a secret garden this afternoon for his second couture collection, since taking the helm at Christian Dior. The magica...

Raf Simons opened up a secret garden this afternoon for his second couture collection, since taking the helm at Christian Dior.
The magical catwalk setting in Paris' Tuileries, was arranged with a flowing maze of hedges and trees. The models walked out with pixie cropped hair, pale skin and deep red lips, some which were crystallised.
Raf Simons - or any Creative Director who replaced John Galliano - had the ultimate task this season. Although as I watched the online stream it was clear that Simons certainly rose to the challenge offering the perfect combination of romance and modernity, with clever references to the Dior archive, namely layering, peplums, and volume. A noticeable difference was between the Simons and Galliano style. Simons is more relevant and contemporary than Galliano's theatrical collections.
The colour palette was beautiful with aubergine, burnt orange and yellow ochre brightening an otherwise pastel collection.
I fell in love with the Silk bustier cocktail dresses and signature Dior voluminous skirted ball gowns, worn with delicate balletic bonnets.
Overall Raf Simons presented a soft and enchanted collection with a feminine charm, accentuated by the pastel colours, embroidery and textures. I cannot wait to see what is in store for his ready to wear collection!

Monday, January 21, 2013

ebay Fashion Gallery - Six Pieces from the Karen Millen Official Store

Monday, January 21, 2013

If you are trying to save the pennies after the luxuries of Christmas allow me to introduce you to an online style secret! ebay Fashion Ga...

If you are trying to save the pennies after the luxuries of Christmas allow me to introduce you to an online style secret! ebay Fashion Gallery offers high street stores at discount prices. Each month I will be picking my favourite fashion and accessories from the official online stores, this month I have found six fabulous pieces by Karen Millen. Quantities vary therefore shop quickly by clicking the links at the bottom of the page!

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Woolen Trench Coat
Twisted Cable Knit
Graphic Decco Dress
Bold Check Shirt
Black & White Bag
Sleeveless Shirt

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