Beckham & Burberry

You might think David Beckham is the new face of Burberry - nope!

Like father, like son or maybe more like "like mother, like son".  Romeo Beckham, Victoria and David's second oldest son is the new face of Burberry's Spring Summer collection in 2013.

The 10-year old boy is no doubt a great picture of a traditional Brit kid.  Besides, Burberry is British.  He reminds me of the kid in the old brown sauce advert :)

Burberry feels Romeo represents the age between kids and teenagers who want to look smart and fashionable.

So here he is right in front of your very eyes.....

Photos courtesy of Burberry.

Get in Shape with Stella McCartney

Stella McCartney opened an Adidas Store in London just in time for the London 2012 Olympics.


Whatever sport you're into, there is a fashion piece for you.  Whether it be running, swimming, hiking, surfing, cycling, or even yoga. You can watch her latest sports collection on Youtube.


Adidas by Stella McCartney is located in Brompton Cross Fulham, London SW3.  Nearest Tube is South Kensington.

Philip Lim Pops In Selfridges

Photo courtesy of Grazia

Philip Lim's 31 hour series is now in the heart of London's Shopping District.. and right inside the recently awarded Best Department Store in the World 2012 - Selfridges!

Cool, Chic and Classic... the 3 C's I can give Philip Lim's Spring Summer Collection.   Colour-blocking styles highlight this season's collection. 

Minimalistas have less than 90 days to come and feel Philip Lim's collection at the Selfridges this summer.  The pop-up store packs up before summer ends.

Transgender Beauties Strut the Catwalk in London

Filipino-British Costume Designer Neil Medina showcased his eccentric creative works at the Pacha London last 13th April 2012 featuring Transgender Beauties as his main models.

Whilst the world is still debating on Transgenders taking part in Beauty Pageants, Designer Neil Medina did not have any second thoughts making use of their beauty and grace on the catwalk.

Let's admit many of them are really stunning and really pull it off.  Some of the works featured were gowns made from crisps wrappers, London Olympic inspired gown and a Filipiniana inspired gown.

London Olympic inspired gown

Union Jack Dress

 Neil Medina's Eccentric Costume used in a Beauty Pageant

 A gown made from recycled crisps wrappers.

Dee Chanelle

Filipiniana Dress inspired gown

The models at the end of the show

Neil Medina with some of his guests

Neil Medina

Basic Black Picks for Autumn/Winter 2012

London Fashion Week AW 2012 kicked off last week at the Somerset House and here are my black basic picks from selected designers..... You are the judge!

Corrie Nielsen

Fyodor Golan

Caroline Charles

Jasper Conran

Mark Fast

Michael van der Ham

Pilotto

Sophe Hulme

Todd Lynn

Photos courtesy of London Fashion Week

All In One Outfit for the Budgetista!

Imagine .... Friday... much awaited weekend, and at......

9am    Go to work

1pm    Business Lunch

4pm    Presentation at the Office

7pm   Best friend's 30th Birthday Party

You turn up at your BFF's city bash in a stunning outfit matched with a nice handbag and a silly ol' tote bag to carry your spare shoes and spare clothes for the day :(

These days its a bit of a challenge to find a wardrobe that will suit all types of calling in one day (+ within our budget).

I do not have the exact statistics but just so you know dear budgetistas, there's more clothes hanging on the online rail now than ever before, which is why I am here to help you find just a few of them.

Now imagine Friday.....

Wait, don't spoil the surprise.  This is your £20 frock (www.my987wardrobe.com) for your BFFs bash but you are going to be in it when you get in to work. How? Roll the belt and keep it in your handbag for the evening bash.  Instead, wear an "easy to roll" spare belt  from New Look (Stretch Beaded Belt £6.99)

Do you think I am going to let you turn up in your office with "one shoulder"?  Cover up with a decent and classic Blazer from H&M at £24.99.  Perfect cut for this frock because it won't cover the belt.

Shoes:  I checked out this pair from www.discountshoestore.co.uk:  WAS £12.00 Now £7.00!!!!

Make up: LESS IS MORE.  Please do not carry the whole wedding make-up range of Max Factor with you.  Take only the essentials: foundation, eyeliner, eyeshadow and lipstick (preferably two in one that you can smudge on your cheeks for a natural blush look!)

Now keep all these and other essentials in this classic vintage faux croc handbag £25.00 from JulyTwenty.com.  Don't forget the rolled up belt for the evening event.  It will fit, promise!

Now you are ready to go to work, business lunch and presentation.

6pm...top up your make-up and add some gold tone accessory set £25 from JulyTwenty.com.  Change the belt.  Now you're ready to party!

The above items are classic pieces and can be worn again via mix and match.  You can always change the look of the frock with a different styled belt or a patterned blazer.

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Photos courtesy of the respective retailers.  Prices at the time of blogging.

Trend for Spring 2012: Saturated Sorbet

Winter will be over in a few weeks, that's how fast time flies. 

This Spring 2012, there's something sweet in store for us.... Saturated Sorbets....

http://www.julytwenty.com

http://www.julytwenty.com

Clothing courtesy of H&M & Topshop via MSN.  Handbags courtesy of JulyTwenty London.

Have a Merry Fashionismas!

Christmas is fast approaching and finding a gift is becoming more and more difficult.


If you want to make sure your pressies do not end up in the "Unwanted Gifts" market, give your friends something they will truly like this Christmas.  Here's my top 5.....

1.) Westfield  Gift Card - choose from wide selection of stores in London, Stratford and the Midlands!  Plus choose a card design!   This gift will surely spoil them with a wide range of choices from Shoes, Clothes, Accessories, Fragrance and many many more.....   

http://uk.westfield.com/uk/news/westfield-gift-card

2.) Personalised Perfumes from Terapiya UK. - Describe your friend's taste and they will create a scent for him or her.... How personalised?  With a designed label of your friend's name!  Make her feel like a designer fragrance Diva. Available in Eau de Toilette 150ml and 200 ml bottles.   http://www.terapiya.co.uk

3.) Fashion Magazine Subscription - Save them some pennies and have it delivered to their doorstep each month.  Subscribe for 6 months or more!  Available from various suppliers.

4.) Restaurant Vouchers - who would resist food?  find great deals at www.livingsocial.com

5.) Spa Vouchers - Look good and feel great with these vouchers.  We all need a break!

Merry Fashionismas!

London Fashion Week ss2012

Here's a sneak peek for SS 2012.....

 

Photos courtesy of LFW

Personal Picks from Victoria Beckham's Collection

Victoria Beckham proved her talent is in designing.  Her collection reflects so much of her and her creativity.  I feel "Harper Seven" Children's Collection is on the horizon (?)  We'll see... Here are my personal picks....

photos courtesy of Victoria Beckham

Key Looks for the Festival Season

Shereen Farahi, personal shopper at Topshop will show you how to look fab during the festival season.  She talks through the key looks this year inspired by Anne Hathaway, Kate Bosworth, Kate Moss and Daisy Lowe.

The looks featured include...

·          *a floaty, chiffon, colour clashing dress with straw hat,

·          *a boho, floral tops and skirt which are layered with a tan, suede fringed jacket and daisy head band,

·         *an edgy silver shorts and black studded top combo,

·         *a 70’s inspired, tie-die burnt orange dress which is teamed with peace sign necklace.

Watch the video below....

Video courtesy of      Westfield London

Light & Bright Summer

My new picks for a Light and Bright Summer consists of a Light Suit from Stella McCartney, Shoes from Lara Bohnic and a Bright Orange Italian Suede Handbag from JulyTwenty.com to contrast the outfit.  Photos courtesy of Stella McCartney, Harvey Nichols and JulyTwenty.com

Shop in a Big Fashion Wardrobe

We all want it, now we get it - a walk-in wardrobe! 

Westfield London launched a massive fashion wardrobe for Spring-Summer 2011 showcasing collections from both designer and high street brands such as River Island, French Connection, Reiss, DKNY Jeans, Jaegar, House of Fraser, Ted Baker, Firetrap LK Bennett, NW3 and Uniqlo.

Not only that, after walking in the stylish wardrobes, you can have a photoshoot with their in house photographer plus matching hair and make-up done by Toni & Guy and The Make Up Room.

On the 2nd and 3rd of April, there will be a fashion show showcasing 70 in-house brands of Westfield London.  The live shows are as follows:

Show times


Saturday 1.30pm, 3pm, 4.30pm, 6pm

Sunday 12.30pm, 2pm, 3.30pm, 5pm

For more information, visit The Westfield London website.

A Silent Tribute to a Fashion Icon....Dame Elizabeth Taylor (RIP)