Debenhams A/W Press Day 2013/4 – so much variety

May 22nd, 2013

It was in a new venue, but the Debenhams press day was as glamorous as ever, showcasing a range of beautiful evening wear, gorgeous winter coats, and a great range of accessories. All the designer ranges were there in force, with Jonathan Saunders, Jenny Packham and Julian MacDonald, amongst others showing that Debenhams persists as a destination you must visit when you are looking for serious occasion dressing.

This being the Autumn/Winter collection, there was a real emphasis on that perfect dress for party season. 1930s bias style dresses were juxtaposed with 1950s floral prom styles. Meshing and net details were in abundance, whilst interesting prints featuring larger than life diamonds and gems were also a feature. Interestingly, no one colour dominated, this was a full palette of shades that ranged from monochrome to the pinks that would have made Schiaparelli smile.

Dresses

 

Coats and Seperates

Accessories

Summer bags for festivals and Holidays from Cath Kidston

May 22nd, 2013

There is something about Cath Kidston that screams Summer at the top its voice. Maybe it is the kitsch prints and patterns, or the use of shiny, wipe clean materials that make them picnic and festival friendly, or maybe it is the cute boxy styles that mean they always have a ladylike edge. Whatever it is, a Cath Kidston bag is top of your Summer shopping list.

This season the brand has the perfect backpacks for traveling light, whether to Glastonbury or Glyndebourne. I just love the chintzy tea rose print that is perfectly girly and feminine. There are wipe clean day bags with 50s polka dots that would jazz up the simplest of jeans and t-shirt combinations, and are light enough to use every day without breaking the wrist. And then there are the travel bags. I am definitely getting the London holdall that packs into a tiny wallet – this is the perfect bag to put into your suitcase to give you an extra option when you need extra baggage on your way back.

Do you own a Cath Kidston bag – are you as obsessed with them as I am?

Spot Backpack £42 click to visit Cath Kidston

 

cath kidston trailing floral backpack £42 click to visit Cath Kidston

cath kidston Spot Day Bag £50 click to visit Cath Kidston

cath kidston Spot Day Bag £50 click to visit Cath Kidston

London Fold Away Holiday Bag £38 click to visit Cath Kidston

Antique Rose Travel Bag £75 click to visit Cath Kidston

 

 

 

 

Huge celebrity get the look special featuring Made in Chelsea, In Love with Fashion, and pregnant ladies!

May 21st, 2013

 

This is probably one of the biggest celebrity style posts I have ever completed, it started as a mini post but I just kept finding more and more celebrity looks and lookalikes to add!

The first thing featured is a very cute gift that was presented to Beyoncé when she recently toured the UK. The gift was from luxury baby brand My 1st Years, who specialise in gorgeous personalised baby products, and featured Blue Ivy and Princess Carter personalisation. You can choose from a huge range of products at My 1st Years, perfect gifts for Christenings, new babies and Baby Showers.

Beyoncé’s baby gift from My 1st Years

Check out baby gifts from My 1st Years, click here.

In Love With Fashion has long been a must wear label amongst pop stars, reality TV stars and media stars. Recent spots have been Rochelle Wiseman covering her baby bump in a citrus coloured tunic top, DJ Kate Lawler looking frankly amazing in a striped maxi at the Sony Awards, and Millie Mackintosh showing how stylish playsuits can be in royal blue.

Rochelle from The Saturdays wears In Love With Fashion

Pink and Lime shift dress 28 click to visit Love

Little Mix star Perrie wears In Love with Fashion

Black Tie Dye crop top £7 click to visit Love

Kate Lawler wears Love

LOVE Black and White Stripe Cut Out Maxi Dress £36 click to visit Love

Millie Mackintosh wears Love

 

LOVE Cobalt Long Sleeve Wrap Playsuit £32 click to visit Love

Get the Look – Cheryl Cole

Cheryl Cole is back in the limelight, looking amazing in Zuhair Murad at the Cannes film festival, so now seems the perfect time to show a few get the looks for the lovely lady. First up is her off duty look in the form of a perfect blue leather bag that gives you a similar look to Cheryl’s airport style. Then, for some sensational showstopping, the green beaded bodycon from Celeb Boutique is Cheryl at her gorgeous best. (This dress has also been worn by Danielle Lloyd).

Dorothy Azure £165 click to visit Nat & Nin

Cheryl Cole Celeb Boutique

cheryl green beaded bodycon dress £129.99

Alesha Dixon in Celeb Boutique

Another star who wears Celeb boutique is Miss Alesha Dixon, currently on screen in Britain’s Got Talent. I have featured this dress as it is still available and has recently been reduced, so you can get some geniune star style with a little bit of discount – always a good thing.

Layla Multicoloured strapless peplum dress £99.99 click to visit Celeb Boutique

Lisa Riley in Scarlett and Jo

I was lucky enough to be sent a stunning dress from Scarlett and Jo (click on the link to read the review), so I was really pleased to see the brand going from strength to strength, with the lovely Lisa Riley the latest convert. She looks fabulous in this fit and flare tunic which mixes the most fabulous colours.

Scarlet and Jo Floral Print Fit and Flare Tunic Price: £35.00 click to visit Evans

Lisa Riley in Anna Scholz

Lisa is really becoming one to watch in the style stakes, choosing a range of stunning looks from plus size collections that show that curvier ladies no longer need to be encased in smock like garments. A case in point is this amazing lace, citrus coloured dress that Lisa chose from Anna Scholz to wear to a family wedding. She looked incredible.

Lace Gathered Border Dress £245 click to visit Anna Scholz

Alex Jones in Marks and Spencers Limited Collection

Alex Jones always wears eye catching blouses and tops on ‘The One Show’, and many of them come from High Street sources. A case in point being the lovely Bull print red blouse that is part of the Limited collection from M&S, available at the moment.

Limited Collection Conversational Bull Print Shirt £27.50 click to visit M&S

Jenna Dewan Tatum and Ali Landry wear Isabella Oliver

2013 will definitely be known as the year when it seemed everyone was pregnant. Many celebrity moms to be have flocked to Isabella Oliver, loving the cool, classic basic shapes that are just perfect for growing bumps. The latest ladies to sport the Isabella Oliver looks are Jenna Dewan Tatum and Ali Landry, who show that items from the range can be casual, or glamorous, with equal aplomb.

Ruched Maternity Tank Top £35 click to visit Isabella Oliver

Ruched Maternity Tank Dress £95 click to visit Isabella Oliver

Cheska Hull in Aspire Style Louche Valora dress

And finally (phew!), we have one of my favourite Made in Chelsea ladies, the lovely Cheska Hull, wearing a brand I featured on the blog yesterday, Aspire Style.  Cheska was wearing the gorgeous Louche Valora dress with its beautiful floral print. It looked so pretty, perfect for summer picnics and lazy days.

Louche Valora dress £49 click to visit Aspire Style

 

 

 

New Kardashian Kollection launches at Dorothy Perkins

May 20th, 2013

The second collection from the Kardashian sisters for Dorothy Perkins has launched today, and I think it is even better than the first. Using a palette of black, white, creams and greys, mixed with the softest shade of baby pink, the latest collection is a combination of feminine tailoring and body hugging Kardashian dresses, showing off the individual personalities of Khloe, Kourtney and Kim.

There is a lot to admire about this collection. I love the ombre style dip dye blazer in pink merging into purple, this would look amazing with jeans or over tailored black trousers. The white bodycon dress is beautiful, making the little white dress a great alternative to the LBD. Floaty print blouses are a nice departure from the more structured looks and will be perfect for summer holiday dressing.

Here are some of my favourite pieces from the collection.

Kardashian Kollection white bodycon dress Price: £45.00 click to visit Dorothy Perkins

Kardashian Kollection black and white rouched dress Price: £40.00 click to visit Dorothy Perkins

Kardashian Kollection black and white gold bar dress Price: £40.00 click to visit Dorothy Perkins

Kardashian Kollection cream metallic blazer Price: £55.00 click to visit Dorothy Perkins

Kardashian Kollection ombre printed jacket Price: £55.00 click to visit Dorothy Perkins

Kardashian Kollection black and white blouse Price: £32.00 click to visit Dorothy Perkins

Kardashian Kollection blush sleeveless blouse Price: £30.00 click to visit Dorothy Perkins

Kardashian Kollection black ottoman pencil skirt Price: £32.00 click to visit Dorothy Perkins

 

Bright Light Press Day – Fabulous brands, Fabulous fashion.

May 20th, 2013

May is always a busy time in fashion, with many of the top High Street and designer brands hosting their press previews for the upcoming Autumn/Winter season. I was lucky enough to receive an invite for the Bright Light PR press day that was held in the The Gallery, Soho,  last week. Bright Light represent a host of fabulous brands, from Lands’ End and Closet Clothing, to Damsel in a Dress and Olsen, so it was bound to be a great event full of  interesting ranges.

And so it proved to be. Here are some of the highlights from the different collections showcased on the day.

Simone Perele

Jonathan Aston, London

Love this display from Jonathan Aston London

Second Female

I found one of these gorgeous necklaces in the goody bag.

Beautiful!

Aspire Style

1950s inspired dresses.

Super cute!

Totally fell in love with these beautiful bags from Aspire.

Olsen

Lands’ End

Damsel in a Dress

Closet clothing