Most Questionable Trend Of The Season: Mules

January 26, 2012 § Leave a comment

What would happen if you placed foam crocs (you know those horrific brightly coloured garden shoes someone accidentally wore outside and started a non-fashion trend?), Dutch clogs and book on 17th century shoes into a blender? Those awkward Miu Miu Mules from Spring Summer 2012 collection pictured above. Of course many fashion trends beg the question ‘Yay or Nay?’ but in this case it will hard to find anyone signing up to a waiting list for a pair of those. Why? Well, where do I start: the colour combinations are horrific, 3D leather flower detail is something you would expect to find on cheap children’s shoes and even if we remove all that and end up with grey suede variation as above the shape is still completely unflattering to anyone’s feet.

How did Miu Miu end up going from glittery Cinderella heels one season to That is hard to understand, maybe it was indeed a blender accident…

Heel-Less Shoes

January 23, 2012 § Leave a comment

Lady Gaga is known for whipping up a storm with her fashion choices. And it has been a while since Noritaka Tatehana heel-less shoes became her favourite – she is always seen strolling around in gravity defying sky scraper heels made by this Tokyo-based self taught designer. While a pair of Noritaka Tatehana will cost you a fortune (around £2500 to be precise) and might lead to embarrassing accidents like face-planting at Heathrow Airport (Lady Gaga), I found some more sensible heels (price-wise and height-wise) for those that wish to follow the trend.

Night Walk by Jeffrey Campbell are £109-128 and could be purchased online with free world wide delivery from solestruck.com. Channel your inner Lady Gaga! View the whole range here.

All About Platforms

January 20, 2012 § Leave a comment

If you do not know it already Bionda Castana is a brand name you should learn. Despite sounding Italian, it is a British shoe label run by two London based designers but made in their family owned factory in Italy. Despite only starting in 2007, the label has done well in its short life span and made many celebrity fans on the way (from Lily Allen to Keira Knightley). Their range is wide – from classics perfect as work shoes, to edgy day to day platforms, to master pieces suitable for a night out: they are true to their motto of providing all kinds of shoes a modern woman needs. The brand is positioned at the high end of the price spectrum for designer shoes, with prices varying between £500 and £800.

My favourites from the recent collections are by far the platforms. They also come in varied styles to suit many occasions. My top three picks pictured above are:

  1. Beau Capretto Light Beige Platforms SS12
  2. Bea Crepe Satin Leopard Sky Blue SS12
  3. Miriam Napa Nero Leather Platforms AW11

You can purchase the shoes online at www.mywardrobe.com and in international retailing spots (in London head to The Box or Harvey Nichols). You can also view the collection here.

Biggest S/S 12 Trend: Pastels

January 18, 2012 § 4 Comments

It is very rare that one overpowering trend emerges for the season, but this time despite fragmented trends like flower and parsley prints, sport de luxe and metallics, pastels are quickly gaining popularity. Also, surprisingly this trend matches the season well – it is not about being edgy or standing out but feeling spring and blending in with the natural colouring of the season.

It is hard to think of one designer collection that hasn’t featured pastel pieces this season – the catwalk was filled with them: from Louis Vuitton to Miu Miu, from Moschino to Oscar de la Renta, from Lanvin to DKNY.  Two of my favourite campaigns this season play around with the trend too – Mulberry ice cream and candy on Brighton Pier and good-enough-to-eat pastels of Louis Vuitton (pictured above).

And since the new season just kicked in, it is absolutely the right time to discuss the most wanted pieces that have to be added to My Fashion Wish List for this particular trend. Above is my designer selection – think ice cream, candy floss and bubble gum!

  1. Mulberry Pebbed Beige Glossy Goat Bayswater £795
  2. Alice Cicolini Earrings and Ring each £1400
  3. Anya Hindmarch Valorie Glitter-finish Leather Clutch £350
  4. Mulberry Candy Pink Jersey Melange Printed Badge T-shirt £90
  5. Miu Miu Bow Embellished Bikini £145
  6. Dion Lee Plisse Stretch Jersey and Silk Crepe Dress £787
  7. Louis Vuitton Tuileries Sandals in Silk £600
  8. Miu Miu Top Handle Bag in Pink £825
  9. MiH Paris Mid-rise Cropped Jeans £155

But it is not all about designer creations – high street is rapidly absorbing the trend and coming up with great items. Here is the selection of my favourite pastels from high street so you can join in on the trend for below £140.

  1. Zatchel Colour Block Leather Satchel £122
  2. Topshop High Wasted Chinos £38
  3. Kandee Space Sherbet Boots £105
  4. Topshop Pastel Geo Tunic £20
  5. ASOS Pack of 50 Pastel Gummies £8
  6. Topshop Textured Knitted Grunge Jumper £36
  7. KG by Kurt Geiger Esme Shoes £140
  8. River Island Aqua Dress Belted Skater Dress £35
  9. American Apparel Large Carry-all Leather Pouch in Soft Pink, Lavender and Lemon each £48

Here you go – now you are ready to be the most fashionable self and welcome spring in style. It is just around the corner, I promise!

Prada S/S 12 Shoes Are On Fire

January 16, 2012 § Leave a comment

Pardon the pun in the title but Prada’s new season shoes are currently a very hot topic. As we prepare for the new season if you want a bold pair of heels there is no better place to look! Modeled after what seems to be 50’s cars (or to me little Hot Wheals cars my brothers once used to love) the design must have been a major risk – yet the response to those metaphorical creations that are perfect for fast-paced life of urban ladies has been nothing but great. Wedges and stilettos in all the hot colours for this season, those shoes must be on everyone’s wish list. Above is the selection of my favourite pairs from the catwalk – can not wait to see the real life versions once they hit the shops. Who said cars are just boys’ favourite toys?

Classic Sale Buys You Won’t Regret

January 4, 2012 § 11 Comments

It is easy to end up in a sale frenzy – buying anything that seems to be at a great price and promising yourself to wear it. And it is always a guilt trip looking through your wardrobe a few weeks later realising those purchases will never see the day light. Thus I just had to pick out a few items that you will never regret buying on sale – those that are so classic they can be added to your wardrobe, worn repeatedly and not discarded after a fashion fab is over. This list is in no way complete, but hopefully it will get you to analyse your sale buys to avoid disappointment!

1. Mulberry Piccadilly Mole Grey Sparkle Tweed, was £1300 now £780 at mulberry.com – because it is one of the most classic bags ever, a bigger version of Bayswater that is perfect for a busy girl or a weekend away.
2. Jimmy Choo Glint Patent Shoe Boots, was £560 now £280 (also available in nude) at jimmychoo.com – everyone dreams of their own pair of Choo’s, this one will be worn so much it will be worth every penny.
3. Tory Birch Canvas Ipad Case, was £120 now £48 at net-a-porter.com – if Ipads are here to stay (which they are) why not turn your one into an accessory at a great price?
4. Alexander McQueen Wool Felt Pleated Skirt, was £455 now £182 at net-a-porter.com – this kind of mini skirt will not come out of fashion. Plus it’s McQueen. No need to say more.
5. Monica Vinader Gold Plated Friendship Bracelet, was £130 now £65 at matchesfashion.com – it’s Monica Vinader, the queen of friendship bracelets – you just can’t say no!
6. Missoni Camberra Crochet-Knit Triangle Bikini, was £245 now £147 at net-a-porter.com – this knitted pattern is a visual synonym for Missoni and it is not going anywhere, you won’t need a cooler bikini for years to come!

7-10. Tees that go with everything – you will wear them forever due to great quality, all from mywardrobe.com:

Day Birger et Mikkelsen Grey Basic Long Sleeve Tee, was £59 now £35
Splendid White Suprima Two Button Cotton Tank, was £60 now £24
Vanessa Bruno Anthe Jersey Angora T-shirt, was £94 now £47
American Vintage Petrol Blue Long Sleeve T-shirt, was £51 now £25

Get A Perfect Pair At 50% Off

December 22, 2011 § 1 Comment

The Outnet (.com) my favourite online fashion outlet has a new range of shoes on sale, so good that I could not keep it to myself. Pour la Victoire is a relatively new brand started by designers David Giordano and Jay Adoni in 2008. In short 4 years it achieved massive success being sold in top department stores around the world – from Nieman Marcus to Harvey Nichols. They create classic shoes with contemporary edge and always concentrate on comfort (existence of this word is rarely acknowledged by shoe makers) and quality. If you fall in love with them – you wont need any other brand in your closet as the range will take you from day to night, from work to party. I adore them and I hope so will you. Here are my top 4 picks from Outnet at great prices:

1. Hadley Open-Toe Suede Ankle Boots, were £245 now £123. Simple and stylish it is a perfect reflection of the brand.

2. Loelle Patent Leather Pumps, were £215 now £108.  A perfect pair of shoes that will work with anything. Plus it has a perfect heel size for a working woman.

3. Avalon Leather Brogues, were £215 now £97. Classic shoe that is perfect for running errands around the town.

4. Hiro Suede Sandals, were £215 now £108.  Great day to night shoes and perfect colour to spice up your little black dress.

 

All New Versace For H&M

December 19, 2011 § 2 Comments

Breaking news! Versace is doing another collaboration with H&M and it will be released on January 16! The success of the first collection was so great they decided to do one more and I absolutely can not wait – especially since it is cruise collection!  The range is complete from bikinis to shoes, from nighties to jewellery and from dresses to bags. I want to get every single piece, pack it into a cute bag from the collection and jet off somewhere nice and hot. Trouble is this new range will only be released online – so it will be extremely hard to get access to the website on the day as the experience with the first collection already proved. Nevertheless, the obstacle will not stop me from trying to get my hands on the cute clothes and accessories covered in fruits, berries and butterflies. See the selection of my favourite pieces from the preview released earlier today above and let me know what items you will be chasing after.

(Bikinis both £24.99, Earrings 19.99, Shorts £24.99, T-Shirt £19.99, Silk Dress £59.99,  Ballet Pumps £39.99, Bag £99.99).

P.S. Pictures of the new Versace for H&M men’s collection has also been released today and it is amazing – definitely more wearable than the previous one. Something for the few male readers accidentally stumbling on my blog to be excited about.

Ice Skating Madness

December 14, 2011 § Leave a comment

I love ice skating! And of course being in love with fashion I never miss an opportunity to dress up – even if all I am doing is going to an ice rink (especially if the ice rink is located in Somerset House – famous London landmark which also hosts London Fashion Week).

This season one brand has taken ice skating fashion to all new level. DSQUARED have created high heel ice skating boots. Tall, leather and all the way laced up I absolutely love them. Yet the fact they are made for ice skating and have blades on the sole is just very odd. I can never imagine actually using them – wearing high heels 24/7 is definitely not my thing and in this particular situation wearing heels seems like an absolute madness. Yet I can totally see celebrities like Victoria Beckham, who are never seen in flats, wearing them to a day on ice rink with little Beckhams!

Why is it on My Fashion Wish List then, you might ask? Well, even though I would never use them I would absolutely love to have them in my collection as a piece of shoe art – the design is creative, unique and will go down in fashion history. And if that does not qualify them as a piece of art I don’t know what does.

Purchase them from http://www.luisaviaroma.com for £1665.

Mountain Slope Fashion

December 11, 2011 § Leave a comment

Are you going away this winter and hitting the slopes? If so here is my selection of must-pack items. And if, like for me the Alps are not on the cards, here is my selection of wintery goodies that will make you feel all warm and cozy even if there is no snow in sight.

From High Street to designer – there is just so much choice! Here are my favourites:

William Sharp Cashmere and Swarovski Hat, £229 at Harrods

Michael Kors Bungee Coat, £300 at mywardrobe.com

Karl Donoghue Shearling Mittens, £170 at net-a-porter.com

Ashish Chalet Sweat, £55 at Topshop

SNO Jacquard Snood, £16 at Topshop

SNO Ski Jackets, £95 at Topshop

Miu Miu Faux Fur and Suede Boots, £460 at net-a-porter.com

Barbour Gold Label by Temperley, Grey Cornwall Cable Knit, £299 at mywardrobe.com

Rainbow Moon Boot, £145 at Harrods

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