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.

Bach Therapy: Beauty from Within

South West Seven, a new brand in Beauty offers Organic Oriental Facial with Bach Flower Remedies.

Bach Flower Remedies were developed by Dr. Edward Bach in the 1930s.  He believed that dilutions from certain flowers contain healing properties that eliminate conditions such as stress, anxiety and insomnia.

A relaxing Organic Facial combined with Bach Flower Remedies is the perfect solution for those who want beauty inside and out.

South West Seven is currently located at Abella's Hair & Beauty, Lower Ground Floor, 124 Cromwell Road, London SW7 4ET.  www.southwestseven.co.uk

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

The Future of Fashion

Westfield is currently hosting a Future Fashion event at the Olympic City of Stratford.

See the latest trends in a 3D Catwalk Show and style your own wardrobe in their 103" LCD Touch Screen Cubes.  That's not all.... Masterclasses in fashion and beauty are also available for you at the relaxing style lounge.  Drop by and pick up a refreshing mocktail at the bar and see the latest in hair and make up trends at the pop-up beauty kiosks.  Plus loads and loads of discounts and offers from selected retailers!  Now this is the Future of Fashion!

This is all happening till 9th April 2012! Don't miss it.

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.