Christmas 2010 in Pictures...

the best present ever from mum and dad

hand crafted Christmas tree decorations

Champs Elysees chocolate box

On the Street...Bangkok, Thailand

This was a exquisite young girl in Thailand who had her own fashion stall. She almost always changed her style everyday (I went back to check) yet she still captured her unique cutesyness! Love the mix of masculine and feminine; pretty patterned neckline with the geek chic hat and glasses. The precious little tan pouch is just adorable and leather cuffs are just the perfect finishing touch. I purchased the little vintage flower patterned bag featured in the photo and it reminds me of this moment, every time I wear it...I wanted to buy the whole stall...

The Sartorialist

OK so I might be a little so last season with this but my new found love...The Sartorialist. Such a simple idea but pure genius. The Sartorialist is where Scott Schuman simply takes photographs of people on the street. He was passionate about capturing 'real people' and how it reflects what people really wear;

When I worked in the fashion industry (15 years), I always felt that there was a disconnect between what I was selling in the showroom and what I was seeing real people (really cool people) wearing in real life.

Schuman.

http://www.thesartorialist.blogspot.com


This blog is actually amazing, it's so inspiring it's overwhelming..

Vogue Library

My dream in life is to have the 'Carrie Closet'..that is the dream, the goal, the star in the sky. Yet a closer dream for me right now is my 'Vogue Library.' I want to have all my Vogues (in order - I'm not a Virgo but should be) on a beautiful, chic, white, grand bookcase. My inspiration being Anna's Wintor's exact bookcase - the editor of American Vogue (see the September Issue, one of my fav films). There is something satisfying to have all the fashion bibles of the world in one place, in order, that you can refer to, unwind to and adore....

Old Hollywood...

Lauren Bacall

J'adore Dior...
Chic red pouts, honey hued hair and underwear as outer-wear, what more could you want...The Spring/Summer Collection of this year used the classic glamour of red lips. John Galliano's inspiration was Lauren Bacall and film noir.

I have to say I am a little bit obsessed with the Old Hollywood style, Marilyn Monroe is queen of this creation. There is something about red lipstick that not only makes you feel sexy but also chic and glamorous. It signifies power, high status and sex appeal. The red on it's own is a statement, yet teamed with golden locks it creates a soft sense of innocence and that is where the old romantic Hollywood vibe falls into place.

Follow Gwen Stefani, Sienna Miller and even Lauren Conrad who have all combined their luscious honey locks with a sexy red pout.
Gwen Stefani



Dior Catwalk Spring/Summer 2010 Part 1

Super Easy Playsuits

ASOS Bow Shoulder Playsuit, £32

Playsuits are the best for all-in-one summer styling. With their care-free vibe you can team with glads for ultimate festival fever or pair with heels for a glamorous evening look.

With so many choices from ditsy prints to arty fusion flower designs you can pretty much team your playsuit to your personality! I adore the polka dot prints that ooze 50's glamour when worn with red lips! One shoulder designs are a great way to show off sexy shoulders while still being a 'lady!' I have my eye on an exotic silky gold playsuit with tie dye, so easy to wear with sandals for day and gold chunky heels or tan wedges for night, oh my it just screams sexy summer nights.....

My 'Vanessa' Gossip Girl Look

My Vanessa inspired evening look; I combined her love of all things tribal in my top and added a zingy acid yellow body con skirt with grey shoes. Of course I finished off the look with big wavy Vanessa like hair and super big earrings. I really love the tangerine lip colour for this season so added that too!

This outfit also follows the 'colour bomb' trend which is going to be huge this autumn. This skirt is a sure match to Versace's stunning acidic yellow dress used in this years autumn/winter collection. The great thing about bright colours in the autumn; it comes with a built-in feelgood factor, fabulous for those cold miserable Monday mornings to come!

Boho Is The Best.x.

The Bohemian style never fails for a summer look. Whether It's the overall feel or a few key pieces there is something to suit all shapes. Mixing up vibes is always fun, for example try a cutesy/hippy style and add edgy rock pieces. A maxi dress with a denim studded Gilet over the top is a perfect way to create this. Or denim ripped shorts and a boho top.

My fav pieces for this style; hippy print maxi dress, 70's vibe over-sized sunglasses, fringing, beaded sandals, big earrings, turquoise accessories, tie die, big wavy hair with hippy bands, tan flats or heels, Chunky waisted belts (love tan for this too). Add more sex appeal with a tribal flair; add a tribal necklace or glads.

The 'New Boho' has a vintage influence, using borrowed items from 70's mum's, to be exact! keeping to the laid back rule it's a little bit country, pretty and fresh. Check out the 'Style Inheritance' trend from Spring/Summer 2010 @Vogue.com.


Think Vanessa from Gossip Girl, Sienna Miller and Drew Barrymore.

'French Riviera'....

Brigitte Bardot

One of my favourite looks this summer is 'French Riviera'....
This look is all about creating pool side glamour to super yacht chic. Key pieces that exude sexy riviera; breton top, tailored city shorts, black and white swim-wear, black maxi dress, classic plain tees. Finishing touches to complete the look; black feline eyeliner, luxe gold detailing, over sized shades and super sleek hair.

Style icons that influence this look; Brigitte Bardot and Coco Chanel. Where to shop for it; Petit Bateau, Warehouse, Uniqlo, H&M.

'nonchalance'

Audrey Tautou in Coco Before Chanel (2009)

The most iconic fashion designer of all time has to be Coco Chanel. Capturing masculine yet elegant style she was the first to adopt the simple, chic Breton look. Her influence was her vivid image of fisherman working out at sea, wearing navy and white striped t-shirts. The classic and cool Breton top symbolises Chanel's amazing, effortless style. Using her signature loose fit, wide neck and dropped shoulders, that show off the beautiful feminine neck lines, this piece oozes that perfect nonchalance.

She defied convention and followed her heart in style and love, creating her own unique dress code that went against the expected. She chose comfort over corsets; "Luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it is not luxury." Coco Chanel.
Coco's classic designs are still loved and adored by every woman today.

Define your own modern woman creation by using classic pieces and mixing them with your favourites; a classic Breton top, tailored trousers/shorts, tweed crop jacket, waistcoats, hats, collar dresses, cream pieces with navy trims, pearls, quilted bags and patent pumps.....