Sale Of The Day

The Blouse.

The blouse is such a huge trend at the moment, possibly started (en masse) by the likes of Alexa Chung; remember the blouse and short shorts combo?

Well the blouse has long been a staple, a bit of a classic amongst most women's wardrobes, and this season they're available in abundance. Suitable for work, partying, casual, formal, any occasion you name it, a blouse is going to work. A while ago I posted this item for sale, but as it did not sell so I'm trying again and it falls into this trend category...

Get it here

Equipment blouses

In beautiful lilac washed silk, a great trans-seasonal colour. Think how perfect this would be next season in your summer wardrobe. The blouse really reminds me of the Equipment blouses available on Shopbop, which are very popular and available in a variety of colours. Its from Urban Outfitters Urban Renewal collection. A great quality, sumptuous blouse, with endless options. The blouse really works two ways - in a put together look - buttoned to the top and tucked in or relaxed casual elegance - sleeves rolled and open buttons. Either way the blouse is the latest forever piece to come out of last years collections. Here's some inspiration for the relaxed fit blouse;

Stay tuned for upcoming sales; Vintage Jaeger pleat skirt and vintage leathers.

Christine Centenera

Christine Centenera is certainly someone who's style I covet - I would love to raid this woman's wardrobe. She combines grungy clothes with a sexy, cool twist and always impresses with her outfit combinations. The latest images come from this seasons fashion week, photographed by everyone but here my favourites come from Garance Dore and Tommy Ton. The bleached denim and black are  f.y.i. a cool combination enhanced with silver accessories. She has inspired me over the years and here are the images which have continue to influence.

A combination of classic style's and colours but with a contemporary edge, something I'm a huge fan of and will be sure to replicate.

Chance Classic's

I love my classics and the Breton striped top has to be one of them - its the international classic. I discovered this website the other day called Chance founded by Julia Leach who has a great concept for stripy top lovers.

 "The striped t-shirt is the paper clip of personal style." 

I love that!

"There's at least one in every drawer, and it's coveted and collected thanks to its simplicity and timeless appeal. The espadrille, canvas tote, and button-down shirt join this item as the cornerstones of the Chance concept"

all of these feature among many a wardrobe and feature quite heavily in mine and f.y.i. the chambray shirt looks the perfect shade.

"Classics that travel the world. Each represents a relaxed, confident sense of style, a curious spirit, and a more minimalist than maximalist approach to living and dressing" 

...so, right up my street then. The website is clean, crisp and the products look great quality everything you would expect from someone with this sort of vision. Go check out Chance here if minimalist dressing or stripes are your forte.

A Piece of Yasmin

London Fashion Week is upon us once again, whilst I can't wait to see what delights will be unveiled, Asos is opening a boutique to celebrate fashion week as part of their marketplace. The Marketplace Collective sees some of the industries movers and shakers parting with some of their togs for us/you to purchase! My favourites have to be from the lovely Yasmin Sewell of Liberty's. She is a popular for her wears within the blogosphere and you will be able to purchase a piece of Yasmins 'well worn' wardrobe.

My favourite is the Margiela Knitwear and Acne Dress. Other fashion folk included in the sale so far are Susie Lau , Vanessa Coyle, Melanie Rickey and Steve Salter...something for the guys. Find it all here.

Anita Ko - I Die Too

I love The Rachel Zoe Project but one thing I find most covetable is Rachel's extensive jewellery collection. Here's a couple of my favourites which I'm incredbily jealous of.

The wing ring was a gift from Roger for V'day.... very nice. Both these beauties are by the AMAZING jewellery talent, Anita Ko. I die too. Her collections are such novel but not gimmicky bijoux and I want them all! You can purchase her collection from here. Whilst I'm not normally a 'bling-bling' kinda girl, the grungy take on the contemporary designs add an edge. The likes of Thomas Sabo and Bop Bijoux offer some more purse friendly alternatives.

Even Audrey Did It

Even Audrey Hepburn worked a pop of colour on her pout... well if Audrey did.

The Same But Different

Abbey Clancy for LOVE Magazine

Victoria Young of  LOVE Magazine.

A stylists touch...... Cutler and Gross for Giles sunglasses obviously a favourite of LOVE Magazine's Fashion Director, Victoria Young. A little bit of LOVE for Valentine's Day <3.

A Year On

Its hard to believe that a whole year has passed since Lee Alexander McQueen died. As a tribute to the fashion visionary, a year on - my favourite show...

McQueen Memory 99

...still.