New Fashion Sweetheart: Lana Del Rey
February 12, 2012 § 12 Comments
Bursting into music scene when her home made video for a melancholic song Video Games went viral on Youtube, Lana Del Rey has just as quickly gained popularity in the fashion world as in the music world. And while her songs and questionable authenticity is being debated all over the internet by music critics, there is nothing less than a complete acceptance of this lady in fashion industry. The song bird has already performed at Chateau Marmont in LA at Mulberry party, was flown to Beijing to do the same for Dior, signed a modelling contract and (drum roll please) appeared on the cover of British Vogue shot by one and only Mario Testino.
On the pictures and in her videos Lana looks every inch of the star she is about to become. And while her off duty look still need a few tweaks (Lana please drop those bomber jackets, they are only cute if you borrowed them from your boyfriend when you were too optimistic about the weather outside and not for daily wear) one thing she definitely got right is her hair style: she epitomises those soft retro waves seen all over spring/summer 2012 fashion runways!
And since I am simply in love with Lana’s Born to Die video, here are the items inspired by two of her outfits in the video. I will definitely be channeling half-hipster half-flower child look very soon (as soon as this Global Freeze currently positioned over London disappears, that is).
- muubaa Tassel Detail Drape Leather Jacket, £110
- Bitching & Junkfood Cross Detail Shorts, £60
- Converse High Top Trainers, £40
- Her Curious Nature Deep Velvet Flower Ribbon, £28 available at asos.com
- Asos High Wasted Denim Shorts, £28
- Carvela Assemble Pumps, £120
- Bitching & Junkfood Stud Shorts, £80
- Issa Mesh Panneled Chiffon Gown, was £695 now £382 on outnet.com
- Jimmy Choo Fairy Satin Platform Sandals, £575
- Johny Loves Rosie Flower Headband, was £30 n0w £14
- Le Grana Greta Dress £160 available at notjustalabel.com
Model’s Own
February 10, 2012 § Leave a comment
Kate Moss designed for Topshop and Elle Macpherson has own range of lingerie – we no longer consider ex-top models turning into designers shocking. Indeed it is very fashionable now for any celebrity to be involved in fashion. There are success stories: think Victoria Beckham, Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen (two very-chic fashion lines The Row and Elizabeth and James) and of course Sienna Miller (and her sister’s Twenty8Twelve). But there are as many failures: Cheryl Cole designing shoe collection with stylepick was one of them (read more here). And now, for the second consecutive season Claudia Schiffer has been working on her own line – Claudia Schiffer Cashmere.
It is far away from her glamourous modelling days, but that is the attraction of this collection – it is authentic to the real Claudia Schiffer and her current happy life as a wife and mother. The idea behind it is designing clothes for busy mothers that are pressed for time: a few minutes for getting dressed before making a school run is all a modern mother has and so she needs something easy to pull on, that can last all day with just small changes (of bag or accessories) and is soft and comfortable when you feel down about being up all night with the kids. And above all it is of top quality as Claudia is working with long established to produce the pieces. Here are my picks of super-comfortable yet stylish line:
- Cashmere Boyfriend Sweater Dress, £445
- Cashmere Dress with a Belt, £495
- Block Stripe Mini Dress, £290
- Colourblock Jumper, £325
To try some of the pieces on in UK, head for Harvey Nichols, it is stocked at all branches. Otherwise check the websites for stockist or shop online here.
Love for Studs
February 7, 2012 § Leave a comment
It is not like I don’t already have a collection of studded accessories. Yet for some reason whenever I see anything with studs on I am immediately drawn to it. Plus my subconsciousness is even more affected if there is any colour selection for those studded pieces. This is why when I came across those sweet little wrist bags by Rachel Ruddick on my leisurely stroll through Selfrgidges, my heart skipped a beat and I immediately knew: that is what love at first sight feels like.
Rachel Ruddick collection arrived at Selfridges early last year and caused a massive stir straight away with many items selling out within a few weeks. The buyers were ecstatic, and so was Rachel – with no design experience she just went there and did it. This went to prove that sometimes a business approach and experience of the industry is all you need to achieve success: Rachel worked in management at Christian Dior and after a while noticed that Australian leather that is often used for crafting luxury leather goods was not a central piece in any brand – so in 2008 she went off to establish her own accessories label.
Long story short, in 2011 she came up with a range of studded wristlets in various colours and materials, which made it into Selfridges shop floor in early 2012, which lead to me walking past them and immediately falling in love. Pick your colour, at £160 this high quality leather item is to die for!
Elsie
February 6, 2012 § Leave a comment
Chloe Elsie bags are not new. Yet with the latest new season additions of new colours and fabrics the bags became more desirable than ever before. And while it is hard to compete with the famous Chloe Paddington, I can see this range sticking around the IT-bag category for a while.
My favourite is by far a black python shoulder bag retailing at £1500 (left on the picture). It is absolutely timeless and the rose gold hardware, which is currently used by many hot designers is to die for. Yet if you prefer a more colourful bags to suit the seasons obsession with colour, there are various multicoloured version of python material available – reds, greens, blues – it is all up to you.
And of course if you prefer a day bag that fits all your essentials and more you can opt for a classic satchel which retains the elaborate Elsie closure and comes in 3 sizes and retails for £790-880 (right on the picture).
If we can take celebrity following as an indicator of the success of the bag, here are a few names that have been seen carrying an Elsie on more than one occasion: Leighton Meester, Sienna Miller, Kelly Rowland and Olivia Palermo. I don’t know how about you but I am convinced Elsie is hot and deserves a place on my fashion wish list!
Give Away
February 5, 2012 § Leave a comment
To promote my brand new Facebook page I am hosing a give away of beautiful silver and gold earrings by Daisy Jewellery worth £60! All you have to do is like My Fashion Wish List Facebook page by following the link below and then writing a post on its wall telling me what items are currently on your fashion wish list. It is that simple! But it is not just the earrings you can win: you can also be featured here on the blog! Spread the word and good luck to all!
Click here to be redirected to My Fashion Wish List Facebook page.
Spring/Summer 12 Trend Alert: Scarf Print
February 5, 2012 § 1 Comment
Ever since the Spring/Summer 12 catwalk for D&G it was obvious that scarf print will become a major trend for the season. It was not just a few pieces in any collection, it was the domineering theme of the last ever D&G collection before it gets absorbed into Dolce and Gabbana (making it a super brand). The Italian duo put a lot of work in to makes sure the line goes out with a bang: vibrant, sexy, very youthful and trend-setting, this is exactly how we will remember D&G.
Yet scarf print is not new, Versace and Etro are two brands that most closely have been associated with it for years, but thanks to D&G the print is back and it’s big, migrating it out of my grandma’s closet and to the wish lists of all fashionistas. Below are the classics-gone-youthful from Versace and Etro, the pricey way to go about this hot trend. 
- Versace Scarf Print Silk Satin Mini Dress, £465
- Versace Barocco Silk Printed Shirt, £745
- Etro Printed Skirt, £320
- Etro Silk Dress, £810
- Versace Venetian Print Silk Shirt, £745
- Etro Paisley Cardigan, £550
But as always I am a firm believer that you don’t have to break the bank to get on board with the latest trend. High street has already caught up with the designers and produced a wide range of scarf print pieces – below is my selection. And if you dare, do mix the prints and colours up in the outfit – clashing is so in! 
- River Island Blue Scarf Print Bomber Jacket, £40
- River Island Pink Scarf Print Playsuit, £18
- River Island Orange Raised Front Maxi Skirt, £45
- Topshop Moto Baroque Hotpants, £34
- Topshop Scarf Print Shirt, £40
- Topshop Scarf Priny Leggings, £20
- Zara Printed Blouse With Scarf, £29.99
- Miso Scarf Print Bralet, £15
- Zara Printed Blazer With Scarf, £59.99
Time To Catch Up
February 3, 2012 § 1 Comment
Dear all,
Just though its time to tell you all some news! First of all My Fashion Wish List now has a facebook page which keeps you updated with the blog post and much more: I post fashion news, topics for discussion and soon will be hosting a give away there. So if you love My Fashion Wish List get an extra dose of it on facebook by liking My Fashion Wish List!
And secondly, once again my blog post has been selected as one of the top 20 posts of the week by Independent Fashion Bloggers community. As always it is a great honour to be listed next to some amazing blog. Here are all the top posts this week for your weekend read, I am sure you will find a few to follow.
THE IFB WEEKLY ROUNDUP: LINKS À LA MODE: FEBRUARY 2ND
- 40+ Style: How to Wear Orange
- Blue Perk: Stylish Packing Tips
- Chic ‘n Cheap Living: DIY Chevron Manicure
- Designed By Ann: Current Beauty Product Favorites
- Girl Loves Color: Haute Couture Color
- In Her Glam: Take Jessica Alba’s Style
- I Have a Degree in This: Halston’s Documentary
- I Want it All: Style Commandments
- Little Miss Makeup: DIY 1950s Glamour Tutorial
- Lulu Abroad: Packing Efficiently & Stylishly
- Miss Vicki Secrets: Best Dressed at the Golden Globes
- My Fashion Wish List: Karl Lagerfield’s New Line
- Pretty Passions, Fine Fashions: A Closer Look at Eyeliner
- Studded Fantasy: Backstage at Elie Saab
- Style & Delights: What to Carry in Your Handbag
- Style Pockets: Finding Fashion Inspiration
- The Fashionistyle: Kate Middleton, Style Muse
- The Sparkle: Concealing Dark Circles
- WIT & Whimsy: Spotlight on Equipment Blouses
- YCC: Spring Beauty Trends
Sponsor links: ALC, Enza Costa tops, A Peace Treaty, BB Dakota, Noir, Mania Mania, Theodora & Callum, Phillip Lim, Prism Sunglasses, Blue Life, Raoul , James Perse & Reem Acra Dresses
The outfit above is an outtake from my shoot for interview as blog of the month on The Style Mogul and it is currently perfect for this wintery weather – warm and all about comfort for leisury weekend (also a mini trend for massive hug-able fur coats has recently emerged). I am wearing French Connection Faux Fur Coat, American Apparel Denim Shirt, United Couture T-shirt, River Island Dark Blue Pants, Converse and Mulberry Oversized Alexa Bag.
Have a great weekend, keep warm – not long until summer comes to London!
Love,
Maria
All New Kurt Geiger
February 2, 2012 § 1 Comment
It is so exciting to see new season collections arrive to stores! And currently my excitement surrounds Kurt Geiger all new good-enough-to-eat pastel shoe range. The brand really hit the nail on the head with it – spring/summer pastel outfits need the shoes to match and Kurt Geiger is the answer. Heels, wedges and flats – all you need is to pick a style you want and there are at least three colour schemes to choose from, and who doesn’t like that kind of a dilemma! Here are my delicious picks – I am already thinking of what to wear them with. Another thing worth highlighting, possibly due to current economic situation it is not surprising that Kurt Geiger lowered its prices – apart from Naomi and Himalaya the rest of the shoes above are nearly a 1/3 cheaper that usual. I think fashion gods have heard our prayers! Happy Friday!
- Gen Bow £195
- Naomi £395
- Himalaya £295
- Golden £250
- Geldof £220
- Gwen £210
Joe’s Jeans
February 1, 2012 § Leave a comment
Whenever I find a pair of jeans that fits me perfectly, I can not resist purchasing it in different colours as finding the right pair is always such a pain – a process which should be avoided at all costs! Yet most of the time my choice is limited to black, dark blue, light blue and possibly grey if I’m extremely lucky. But the recent trends have taken denim to all new colour levels: yellow, pink and red jeans are turning into staples. That’s where Joe’s Jeans come in: imagine having your favourite pair of jeans in 55 colours? And for the summer your perfect pair of denim shorts in 55 shades? How has no one though of building the brand specifically based on colour choice of denim before, is my question! Get your perfect pair of jeans for $158 and short for $128 online or got to 4th Floor in Harrods to see them for yourself.
See the whole range and all those 55 shades here.
Victoria by Victoria Beckham: Fresh and Exciting
January 31, 2012 § 1 Comment
Victoria Beckham has over the years grown into quite a fashion mogul. And just as many successful high end brands (think Prada and Miu Miu, Dolce and Gabanna and D&G) she created a more affordable sister brand Victoria by Victoria Beckham. Indeed the line is not just chronologically younger but is made for a younger audience too: it is girly and sweet with turned down sex appeal compared to the main Victoria Beckham brand.
The Scallop dress above from Spring/Summer 12 collection represents the line very well and hense is loved by celebrities: Victoria Beckham herself, Michelle Williams and Celine Buckens (actress from War Horse, soon to be big) have all picked it for a public outing. And while I love Michelle’s and Celine’s accessories that keep the girly theme going, it’s Victoria herself who in my opinion wears it the best – with tougher platform heels and a bag to match. However you style it, this dress is My Fashion Wish List-worthy, and so is a lot of items in the collection. Victoria has indeed done well – time to add her career to my wish list.
The dress is yours for £595, who said Victoria Beckham’s ‘affordable’ means the same thing to us?
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