Its been a while

Hello anyone in cyber space who may or may not be reading my blog. I am interrupting my fashion alphabet for a quick catch up. When I say cath up, not much has happened. I'm still struggling as a Buying Administrator, pyning for the big leagues. I have an interview on friday which I am really excited about. Its two hours long which is a bit lengthy, but I am going to try and nail this, because I bored of my job. The job is in the men's wear department which is going to be different but it would be a great opportunity to meet some men, hopefully? Although they might all be gay.

I would really like to get the job, although the pay won't be much better its still another chance to do it right this time, and hopefully get on that ladder.

Anyway, enough about my life. Apart from needing a boyfriend, and a new job, I also need a black lace dress. My wardrobe is over run with black dress for a night out, but I need more. The beauty I am after is from Topshop; priced at £45 I want it, I want it, I want it. Unfortunately I don't believe my bank manager will agree with me that it is an important purchase.

My rant is at an end, but remember guys its all about the black lace and Gossip Girl, I brought the Season 1 box set and I am once again addicted. You know u love me XOXO

D is for Denim

Hello guys,

Denim is definitely a way of life; there are people who wear nothing but denim. I am of the latter group, I have yet to find my defining piece. I do have a cute denim pinafore dress, though it is often forced to the back of my wardrobe to make way for other key pieces.

The generation (or two) before us were the forerunners for denim, back when Jeans began to reach cult status. A new and exciting material, quickly adopted for youth rebellion. Who of course can not remember that advert (i heard on the grape vine). Although I was only a new born when that advert was first aired I don't know many people from my genration or older who do not know about the laundry scene.

Jeans are such a key piece in fashion today, and for many seasons now. Many designers have begun dabbling in their own ranges. Largerfield, McQ and Westwood to name but a few. Mr Largerfield is such a firm fan of denim that he did a whole collection in denim back in the day. Although you have to love a designer range, I am a great believer of sticking to what you're best at. If you want a great pair of jeans it has to from a Jeans specialist like Levis, Pepe and Wranglers. Here you'll find good quality, reasonably priced pieces. The only break in this rule would be Topshop who are a great contender for good Jeans.

Although I may wax lyrically about the garment (jeans) I have never been fortunate to find a great pair that fit me. I am on the quest for the holy grail, will I ever find it????

When you think of denim your mind automatically springs to jeans, but there are also some great garments made from denim at the moment. From shirts to dresses they are all available on the buyers market in a range of finishes, and styles for every occasion. Not only for roughing it denim is slowly becoming a work staple as well as for play.

Denim is fun and versatile, whether dressed up or down it gives the wearer effortless style or credibility. Wear it with pride and remember that all over denim is never a good look. Mix and match with other materials and textures.

All the best denim wearers and fashion marvels xoxo

C is for collars

Hello fashion lovers,

Its Saturday night, I'm waiting for my frind to arrive, I have been expecting her for the last hour. Anyway I am watching Strictly come Dancing and it is suprisingly compelling to watch. The guys are in sheer tops and hip hugging trousers and the girls are in pretty dresses. Its fun to watch and I think I am hooked. My two favourite are the rugby player and the swimmer (i don't know their names) but they both have fantasic abs and thighs.

Anyway I digress, i'm supposed to be blogging fashion. Today's subject is Collars, collars on shirts, collars on dress, collars on coats.

My favourite collar is a pussy bow collar, if I see a shirt with a tie collar, I have to have it. I think people are beginning to see this as my signature style. Its a mix of ugly betty meets sexy librarian (in my opinion). The mandarin collar collar is also a favourite of mine, but the shirt or dress that is working the collar has to be buttoned down otherwise it looks to serious.

A collar which has recently been rocking fashion is the paired down Elizabeth I ruffle collar. French connection have a really good version in a number of colours and so does REISS. With such a theatrical collar it is probably best to wear it with something pared down, like a sleek pair of black trousers or high waisted pencil skirt.

The collar is not always something people consider, but it is quite important, a funky collar can transform a dress from conservative to sexy. High collars are best for people with smaller boobs and deepers V's are great those with a bit more to share. Whether high or low, make that collar work for you.

Do you love me yet? XOXO

B is for Black

Hey hey hey, me again. Today I am in a very positive mood because it is the weekend at last. Another week, another trial. Continuing my count down B is for Black. Black is everywhere at the moment, the highstreet is literally dripping with black.

I love colour, but I also love black, I don't know how it happened (I always used to hate the colour, or non-colour) but now 90% of my going out wardrobe is black. It is the colour of sophistication, of glamour and high society. A woman dressed in black is a mystery to all men an exquisite creature to investigate further.

For me black transforms me from old granny chic to sexy, sleek night time prowler. With some smoky eyed make-up the look is complete.

This seasonal there is a lot of black on black action mixing textures and finishes together. This has really updated the LBD look and made it more contemporary.The whole black on black look is great but I also love to funk up a black outfit with some colourful accessories whether its some cherry coloured tights or some brightly colour shoes.

All I can say about this look is wear it confidently and funk it with some accessories. You want to be more glamazon and less mourner.

Its the end of another rant, till next time, keep it classy! mwah!

A is for Arm Candy

I'm not talking about that gorgeous guy who you want to accompany you everywhere. I'm talking about the fun jewellery and accessories which are a must - have these season. What I love about a bit of razzle dazzle is that it can transform an outfit. It can sex something up or add that extra polish to a great outfit. In my younger years I would stake as many as I could onto my arm building a 6inch (minium) tubea round my arm; Nowawadays I like fewer chunky pieces, a maximum of three bracelets and only on the one arm.

Arm Candy does not only mean wearing bracelets on your wrists, I think there is nothing hotter than wearing a bracelet somewhere between you wrist and your elbow (it makes your arm look ultra skinny). The second alternative, for you skinny minnies is wearing a piece mid- arm beteen your shoulderand your elbow (very grecian).


Now we have established where to wear the piece of arm Kandy, what to wear is the question. I think anything goes this season large or small, monochrome or brightly coloured. I think gemsare a big theme, and anything that has been handmade (or looks that way). Don't spend a lot of money of these pieces, the cheaper the better. You can customise them andmake it your own.

Being A/W 08 gloves and arm warmers are a key trend. Check out this lovely piece below, its so boho.

No matter what you wear, have fun with it, and make it work for you.

Another one bites that dust, until tomorrow xoxo!

Fashion Tuesday

Two days in and I am just about surviving. My saviour is Tuesday Night TV on BBC 2, from Twiggy's frock exchange to the documentary about fashion (I forget the name). Today's show was about Paul Smith, who to be honestisnot oneof my favourite designers. I think its more of a guy thing.


Not only is the TV great on Tuesday, but today Patricia Fields collection launches at Marks and Spencers. I would love to go, but it doesn't launch until 12am and I need my beauty sleep. Fashion however waits for no one (or just me).



I am a bit dissapointed with the documentary because it is all about men's tailoring and style. Although I love a guy in a well fitted suit ( I have the fortune of seeing them every day on the tube), I am all about women's wear. Check at these beautiful pieces below:

This has a hint of a sari about it, but I think it is a bit more mainstream and wearable. I love the mix of harmonious colours. Like many pieces in S/S09 this piece is about colour blocking. This reminds me of an artist called Rothko who does alot of colour blocking. He is doing an exhibition at the Tate Modern at the moment and is well worth a look.

This outfit is from Richard Nicholl's collection. I love him, not only is her a great fashion design but he looks gorgeous too.

I think starting tomorrow, I am going to do my own A-Z of fashion trends/ style. I will see you then! x

Monochrome it up

I'm suffering from the monday blues, so I decided to get my daily dose of fashion (i am obsessed after all). I am slowly working my way through the shows to see whats in store for S/S 08; determined to save up for just one key piece. Vogue have compiled an A-Z of trends for the fairer season, every one should get involved.

A is for assymetric, i.e. one shouldered dress. I think this is a must-have, having brought a one-shouldered floral pant suit and taken it back, I am all for this trend. I wonder if they still have it in store?

But anyway I digress. While rummaging (internet stylee) through the vogue website, i'm try to absorb as many s/s 09 shows as possible, so I can go forth and spread the word. I came across these funky outfits below which are a perfect mix of harlequin and cirque de soleil.

The drama in these outfits is fantastic. Topshop seems to have taken on this theme and run with it, the VM team at Oxford Circus have made the dresses and garments look sultry and seduction while still being fun. I am definately going to embrace this circus theme because it is clear from the images above that it is here to stay (well at least for SS09).

Well thats another post done. Love to the Cirque de Soleil crowd x