With shoulder pads, over-sized tops and a-line skirts hitting the catwalks this season, it’s pretty obvious that designers like Chloe Sevigny, who for her AW13 NYFW collection clearly took inspiration from both the super-stylish 60s, and like many designers this season also added a slight touch of 90s grunge to her collection. Often described as […]
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This winter we’re going to see a combination of wild new trends in hair and the continuation of some tried and trusted favourites, so we’ve teamed up with Secret Salons to give you the lowdown… Individuality still reigns –so you might as well make the most of this carte blanche to express yourself through those […]
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Last Thursday I attended the launch of “Vintage Ribbons” debut collection of ready to wear, Limited Edition 1940’s inspired women swear. This is the product of collaboration between fellow burlesque performer Kitty Ribbons, based in Gloucester and tailor extraordinaire Johnny O’Connell based in Cheltenham. (Pro Photos by Stephen Moore and Snapshots by me!) Kitty, Johnny […]
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Animal prints are tricky. Subtle hints of leopard spots or zebra stripes can add a fashion forward touch to an outfit. However, the stress is definitely on the word ‘subtle’, you don’t want to look like you’re playing hide and seek on safari. On shoes, belts or collars, the animal print can add contrast and […]
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Women’s blazers come in many forms, but whether they are short, long, fitted, loose, colourful or plain they are sure to add a dash of sophistication to any outfit. When you first hear the word blazers it is quick to jump to the thought of men’s suits or that dreaded school uniform you used to […]
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Although though the summer sun has long bid us adieu, there is no excuse for not adding a floral addition to your hair. The grey skies do not have to be a pathetic fallacy for our moods and wardrobes, but what are the origins of the dainty accessory? I’m not just taking about the Summer […]
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Powder pink is the colour of the season, so why not combine two of AW13’s hottest trends with an over-sized pastel coat. From sherbet shades to darker tones, pink is most definitely the season staple of AW13, and with its new lease of life it can look absolutely fabulous on just about anyone. Plus with so many different […]
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As we gallop through the seasons and enter into winter, a key trend straight from Cheltenham Racecourse has made it into the high street stores; equestrian elegance. Year after year, horse riding attire takes to the stores inspiring women on how to create a sophisticated and chic daytime look achievable for women of all ages. […]
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So what a month it has been! This month was the start of my 3rd and FINAL year of my BA degree and boy do I already feel the pressure! Hi, I’m Sabrina Shah Hakim a 3rd year, textiles design student at Chelsea College of the Arts London and this is my first post for […]
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2013’s the year of the eyebrow they say? Whoever they are, did they not know that Cara Delevigne has been dubbed queen of the brow for so much longer. It may be official, but long before the beauty phenomenon dubbed “the Scouse brow” came around, brows have been dominating the catwalks. Beauty professionals have long […]
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