December

One I am so sorry for not remembering to post this sooner- there is too much deadline stress in my life that I completely forgot the first of the month blogging. Two, where has this year gone? It’s just been a whirlwind and I cannot believe its advent calendar time already.

·         Gianni Versace born December 2, 1946.

·         Diane Von Furstenberg born on December 31, 1946.

·         Clothes Show Live- first launched in 1989 in London and has been held at the NEC in Birmingham since 1990.

·         Karl Lagerfield launched diffusion line ‘K Karl Lagerfield’ on December 15, 2006.

·         Diana von Furstenberg among other American designers created oufits for Barbie; which could be purchased in full human-size so you could match your doll. Launched on December 8, 2006.

·         Cheryl Cole launched her shoe collection with stylistpick.com in December 2011.

·         Christopher Benz launches Anthropolgie collection December 2012.

Swarovski crystal dress by Ralph & Russo

Swarovski have put the sparkle into Christmas. The Swarovski dress, designed by Ralph and Russo costs £230,000 and is embellished with an amazing 152,000 crystals. As part of the Harrods Crystal inspired Christmas display, the dress will be the centre piece of the Swarovski section in the store. The dress inspired by the decadence of the twenties.

 

Images courtesy of vogue.com

SURVEY- Princess fashion (university work).

I have another survey… This ones on princess, floaty, girly fashion that seems to have sprung up for Christmas and yes you guessed it- Spring! I know they are super annoying but I would really appreciate if you could take a minute and fill it out- it’s for uni, thanks so much!!

 

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/LZZ2BHD

Red Carpet

Taylor Swift- Zuhair Murad at AAMs

ZuhairMurad has to be one of my favourite red carpet designers and he keeps things sweet with this design worn by Taylor Swift. Many of his red carpet designs are full-length gown, but this beaded mini from his pre- Spring/Summer 2013 collection is just beautiful. Taylor accesorrised is with Neil Lane jewellery and Jimmy Choo sandals- perfect for the glam evening that was the Aniniversary American Music Awards, held in LA.

To the Rome Film Festival premiere of Judge Archer, actress Li Chengyuan wore a Dolce& Gabbana dress. The black lace, baroque design had an air of sexiness with the lace covering and I think the black went great with her pale complexion. She finished her look with classic Mary Jane courts and a baroque, jewelled style headpiece.
 

 

Like Taylor Swift, star Ginnifer Goodwin took cute and sweetness to new levels at the American Music Awards. The pale pink pre- Spring/summer 2013 Oscar de la Renta design has shape and texture in a very elegant style. Mixed with silver Jimmy Choo sandals and a Judith Leiber clutch also in silver, the look was elegant and feminine.

 

 

 

Personally, despite liking them I think jumpsuits are hard to wear, and too often worn wrong. Diane Kruger however wore a navy blue Jason Wu spring/summer 2013 one and looked stunning. To attend the Jaeger-LeCoultre Place Vendome boutique opening in Paris, she let the jumpsuit do the talking wearing minimalist black sandals and carrying a little, gold box clutch.

 

Kate Moss wore Yves Saint Laurent spring/summer 2013 collection for the book signing of: The Kate Moss Book at Colette in Paris. I love the tassel necklace with the black, chffon shirt. I think the supermodel looks glowing, happy and healthy here- it’s good to see!

 

 

Images courtesy of vogue.com

Please fill in my survey on customer service

About a week ago I blogged about a feature piece I’m working on for a university project on the judgement of wealth in designer, premium shops. To help me find out the public opinion I made the following survey. I would be so, so grateful if you could take a few minutes to fill it in:

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/6DPG66Z

Thank you so much.

Designer Pudsey... CHILDREN IN NEED 2012

So, Children in Need doesn’t ever shy away from glamour- many celebs get behind in a mist of sequins, sparkles and spectacles. This year though, it’s upped its glamour game with designer couturiers designing their very own Pudsey bear to be auctioned for the charity. Of course, a wonderful cause and some very unique designs.

Above: The Burberry Pudsey.

 Above: Pudsey, Tom Ford style.

 

Above: the Mulberry’s version of Pudsey.

 

Above: Meet the McQueen Pudsey.

 Above: Pudsey Vivienne Westwood style.

Above: the very special Vogue edition of Pudsey.

 

 

Above: Isabeli Fontana with her prize the Giles Deacon Swarovski crystal adorned Pudsey. This bear raised the highest amount, beating the other bears- a whopping £24,000.

Images courtesy of Vogue.com

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New coat

I must admit not really being a fan of winter, I don't espicially love coats. They can just be such a pain and quite honestly hide your outfit.

However, I did find a lovely little jacket for this winter. For me, it's perfect being warm, fashionable and being a jacket hides less of your outfit. The Barber style jacket in khaki has a checked hood, handy pockets and is suprisingly warm.

 

 

 

 

All I can say, is thank you Dorothy Perkins.