Azzedine Alaia

 Sofia Coppola's wedding dress was a lavender dream; she looked radiant.
The bride and groom looked classy and elegant.
This gives me an excuse to look back at Azzedine Alaia's A/W Couture Collection.

(incase you'd forgotten)

Tailored jackets and suits made of patent snakeskin are so sharp and smart, Green and Burgundy are going to be big this A/W.

Perfect for A/W,  Mongolian lamb complemented by soft velvet and sculpted knits;
Get your 'faux' fur out.

The choice of colours and textures add to the luxe edgy look.

His range of silhouttes varied with shapes evolving from streamlined to bell shapes to fishtail gowns..

 Beautiful sleeveless gown with scalloped neckline and scalloped arm holes.

The 'sexy' version.

Eighties glamour neckline.

(Reminds me of Dynasty)

 

I adore the floor length edgy fishtail dresses with trianglular fonds!
I love the attention to detail with the change in necklines that create such a different look for each dress.

He may be hitting the headlines for his forward talking and 'bitchy comments,'

however his collection justifies that he does know his stuff.

For more photos and information of this lovely collection head to :

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The Inbetweeners Movie

Just seen the long awaited movie and one word...
Will <3
I think its hard to walk out and not fall in love with Will; completely out of his comfort zone in Malia with great consequences.
The clever protagonist falls for a gorgeous blonde bombshell who has a Greek waiter boyfriend.
Jay puts his dead grandfathers money where his big mouth is.
Simon is detemined to get back with Carly at any peril.
And the dancing machine Neil experiments with fake tan and an older model...
Hilarious, not quite as funny as the tv series yet it has been created with the continous cringe factor.

Mad Men for Banana Republic

The hit tv show has taken to the high street.
Collaborating to create a neat tailored Mad Men collection inspired by the sixties. Banana Republic will sell a sleek collection that hosts slim tailored suits and Sharp cardigans for men.

Also gorgeous figure-hugging, hourglass silhouette, sixties era dresses for women. I love the colours... by

Vogue, the september issue.

The beautiful Freja Beha covers the front page in a sequin ensemble. She always gives a good cover. 

A enlightening page turner in the turbulent life of John Galliano.

You often see the pressure head designers and its nice to see Vogue not ditching him but supporting him unlike so many. He is a talented man in a world full of pressure.

Kate Moss's wedding dress was gorgeous and ethereal like the old Galliano i's love the Us edition of Vogue with an interview with Kate Moss about her working with Galliano.

Having recently wrote an essay about fashion mavericks and their marks on fashion i found it enlightening and brave of Vogue to talk freely about the issues and pressures that head designers go through.

The continuous side effects of being a head designer seem to result in rehab or suicide.

His actions were inexcusable and there are no justifications except he is in the best place getting help.

 John Galliano was just save in time by his very inappropriate outburst that perhaps saved him from the same ending as the incredible Lee McQueen.

John Galliano, and the fashion houses treatment towards them. Ditched in a time of need by the label that he helped and created great works of art for.

As a fashion student I find it fascinating how the first fashion mavericks would not seem as controversial as modern day innovators. The change has become more controversial and shocking as fashion has evolved.

 There aren't many modern day mavericks left with out a scandal; as each designer is constantly told to out do each other, to create more shocking and exciting catwalk shows. They have to create their own identities of fearless fashion creators, and establishing their own unique catwalk styles.

I think the pressure is obvious with having to be a true fashion maverick and not be ‘in fashion’ but ‘above fashion’. Hopefully we can help designers through times like these and stop other designers heading down the same path.

The fashion is on form- being labeled - 'the big fashion issue' they certainly delivered.

I throughly enjoyed it and it's nice to see vogue have more content then adverts for once.

You can always count on the September issue.

Horrible Bosses Film Review

WOW! FAB FILM.

Horrible Bosses. 

Three friends conspire to kill their bosses with funny results...
One of them thinks he's god gift to women with an asshole of a boss.
One is a sex offender who is in love with his fiance and is slightly camp,
with a bunny boiler nymphomaniac dentist for a boss.
One is a sexless, sleepless, beautiful man with a dictator for a boss.


You need to see this film for starters;


Jennifer Aniston got sexy, with sultry brown hair and a disturbing potty mouth she was a far cry from Rachel Green of Friends. 

The cast were superb with stella performances; 
with stars such as Jason Bateman, P.J. Byrne, Kevin Spacey, Charlie Day, Jamie Foxx, Colin Farrell, Jennifer Aniston and Jason Sudeikis.

I now love Charlie Day, he made the whole cinema laugh continuously. His oneliners and singing performance made this film.

Colin Farrell is straight up funny, playing a coked up, rich boss who has a prejudice against 'fat people' and the Professor X guy with his 'special' wheelchair. 


The comparisons to Hangover are inevitable but I'd tell you to treat it completely different. 

A definite must-see.

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Best Makeup Buys.

Best Liquid Eyeliner:
Barry M Liquid Eyeliner Black £4.79
Click to buy whilst your shopping on ASOS

It's a great item and perfect for the Brigitte Bardot look. Or Amy Winehouse homage.
I love my eyeliner and have tried my fair share yet Barry M's triumphs in packaging, long lasting, easy to remove and easy to apply. 

Best Coverage Mascara:
AVON Super Curlacious Mascara £6.00
Click to see other reviews

A mascara that covers each lash. Great for bottom lashes to create length.
I got mine in an offer for about £3, definitely recommend this product.

Best Lipstick:
MAC Satin Lipstick - SNOB £13.50
 Click to buy this product from the MAC Shop Online

A favourite for celebs such as Drew Barrymore and a lipstick that lasts... finally. 
Lasts for ages and can also be doubled up as a cheek blusher.

Best Powder Blusher:
MAC Powder Blusher - Well Dresses £17.00
 Click to buy this product from the MAC Online Shop

 A great blusher that gives drama and definition to your face.

Best Foundation:
GOSH X-ceptional Wear Foundation -12 Natural $19.00
( American link head to Superdrug for UK Buyers )
 click to go to goshamericas foundation

A great long lasting foundation that covers lightly not pasty or heavy like other foundations.
It also contains E-Vitamin and sun protection.
 GOSH X-Ceptional Wear make-up is also perfume free.

Best Concealer:
Maybelline Coverstick Concealer - Ivory £3.99

Great colour for pale people like me, the pigments are just right. Its creamy texture ensure you need the smallest amount with great coverage making it last longer then the average concealer.

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Zara Sale

I tell urge everyone wanting a new outfit yet pinching at their money bag to head over to Zara.
I went to Derby Zara and purchase a gorgeous striped skirt that I eyed up before it was in the sale.
It went from £24.99 to £6.99.
Bargain.
Very nautical and cute.
I love the rope belt and that its not the typical blue white sailor stripe combo.
Definitely be teaming this with a white crisp shirt.
Any other ideas?

New Topshop Finds.

New in this week at Topshop there are some beautiful finds. 

I have to say the new shoes in stock are gorgeous from the creepers to the subtle scalloped shoes; which will take you day to night without the painstaking heels.

I suppose I'll have to get saving. 

slightly impractical but still..   Rose Glitter Eyemask By Lilly Lewis For Topshop  £22.00

 I love my jewelery and truly believe it can transform an outfit.

Get feisty with these cute Fang Stud Earrings only £5.00

Update an LBD with this gorgeous orange Double Drop Collar Necklace priced at £15.00

Poppy Red Fit And Flare Vest Tunic would look gorgeous with the matching red velvet boots.

Skater dresses are the must have right now and this fitted dress is only £20.00! 

If you like the colour pink but aren't brave enough to wear it on a night out in the tragic event of looking like a ten year old no fear with this black and pink top. 

Wear the fang earrings with it to give it a rocky edge.

Vanessa Vest by Motel**  for £22.00

 Box Bags are so versatile and ladylike like this Green Contrast Bow Lady Bag.

 It also comes in a coffee colour, however this one is my favourite.
A charming piece at £25.00

 I need these in my life!!  well done Topshop. 

I love scalloped hems and what better idea then MONIQUE Black Scalloped Suede Pumps for £28.00

 
Flowers are create this season and this Black Daisy Embellished Shell Top for £42.00 is so cute!

Paint it blue with these bold MOTO Cobalt High Waisted Hotpants for £32.00 

 Team these with rolled up chinos or high waisted shorts (alike the pair above) for that indie cool look with these KARMA Off White Patent Lace Up Brothel Creepers are £55.00

I love the red colour for these ARTWORK Red Velvet Lace Up Ankle Boots for £75.00

 

 Bring that party dress a whole new meaning in this Lace Ballerina Dress by Rare Opulence** 
£158.00 a splurge but an investment none the less..

Click to View the Topshop Website - New In

Beckham for H&M.. David Beckham that is.

Yes you heard it right, David Beckham who has had no experience at designing gets his own body wear range at h&m. 

A very strange choice with his last attempt at a  collection in 2002 failing miserably. The range of children's clothing DB07 for Marks & Spencer failed to take off.

It is expected to be a seasonal collaboration however i do see the pictures of David in underwear being the draw in for customers.

Fair enough Victoria doesn't but I have to give her collection props but not over designers like Sarah Burton, Mary Katrantzou and Giles,etc..

Glamour Magazine Article

However it's all about the Versace collaboration, 

SO excited!

Donatella who had rejected the idea of a diffusion line years ago has state it is an 'Iconic Collection':

"Where Donatella will raid the archives of the Italian fashion house that was founded by her brother Gianni in 1978. "

I have to say the collection looks gorgeous with bright colours and studded leather dresses.


The H&M menswear, womenswear and homeware  which will go on sale on November 17 th (consequently a day after my birthday)

It will be shortly followed by a pre-spring collection that will be available online from January 19th.

 

 Unlike the Lanvin collaboration the Men will be able to get there Designer tags on.

 Click to see Vogue article

Click to see the London Daily News Article

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Fishtail that plait.

I love the Fishtail plait and can now manage it on two minutes.. boom!

(It took me an hour my first go. - Practise DOES make perfect)

First decide your parting, one sided is easiest..
       ..Divide your hair into two bunches (keep in your hands don't bobble),
       ..then take a SMALL section from the left bunch furthest side and wrap under the other bunch then swap.                            ..Take a small section from the far right and cross over to the other bunch carry on wrapping and crossing..
       ..When you have finished secure with a band (any colour you want)
     ..then mess it up with slight backcoming on the ends and tousling to untighten the plait.
   .. then for abit of something extra take the ends of your hair and fold up near the band and secure with a hair grip.

For added oooomphh get the crimpers out and crumpled your roots and ends for catwalk gorgeousness...

Sure mines slightly messy but its sort of 80s one sided grungey cute.
Also, wear a long earring to the opposite side of the plait

I think they look fab and will be wearing them on the beach in zante and sporting them for uni this a/w...

Definatley my new quick fix for hair.

By the way it can make you look seriously young, hence I'm nineteen and look ten.

Enjoyy..

storetwentyone.co.uk

found this store online and found some bargains..
yayayjhdbfajhbfinally

  ..also sale items are fabulouslycheap..

nautical trend for £4.99 and tie rope = instant waist.. wowow

..this sequin shift below is very french connection 
with cute socks and brogue for day.

add some ankle boot heels for an ohlalalaaaa.... night.

no surprising there are only sizes 12 and 14 left..

&&& also everyone neeeds a pair of desert boots.
my new obsession, comfy shoes that look gorgeousss 

whatabargainnnn..   £15!

 don't forget to look at the home ware section. WANT, NEED birdcages...

storetwentyone.co.uk

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Katy Perry Smurfs It

The voice of Smurfette took to the blue carpet on this kitsch, sparkly and pretty creation.
(Ironically the definition of Katy Perry.)

Can't wait to see the film!

Also what do you think of KP's new blonde locks?

It seems the new craze is blonde. 

Do you think she copied of Cheryl?

Click below for more info: 

http://t.co/n7ax0An

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