I'm in love with S/S 2011 collection of Jil Sander...

Well in a time that almost every fashion blogs are talking about F/W 2011 Fashion Weeks I feel a bit outdated.

But actually what I’m going to face now is Spring and that’s what’s on my mind right now.

So one of the big trends I’m preparing to embrace is “Hiper Colour”.

The trend has started already a few seasons ago but has definitely reached its peak this summer.
Raf Simons (interesting that he’s also Belgium like Dries Van Noten, my favourite designer) is among the forerunners with his beautiful S/S 2011 collection for Jil Sander.

These are very new and unusual colour combos and the colours are vivid. That’s what makes you look modern and youthful.
So wear modern colour combos, but don’t mix too many colours together, keep it to 2-3 colours, remember that neutrals don’t count.

But this one above for me the is master look on this trend, from the Gucci S/S 2011 collection, which I will try to channel.

now in my wish list…

the images are just representative, not meaning the exact piece

(Maxi skirt; Lace up ankle booties; Camel midi skirt; Beige/tan pumps; Knit pleated skirt; Leopard shoes; Velvet; Knits; Navy blue dress)

different ways to wear a scarf...

You know that I’m a scarves lover!!!
Sometimes I think that they become like a signature of mine (well not in summer… never the less…).
After seeing this post by Savvy Gal I remembered an e-mail I’ve received with different ways to wear a scarf.

So putting the fun back into scarves, let’s see those ways:




The Bag Charm
Inject colour and pattern into a handbag by lacing your scarf through the buckles or simply trying it to the strap.

The Classic
Traditionally tied around the neck and knotted to one side, this look injects colour into any outfit.




The Bow Tie
Add a sartorial twist to your look by styling your scarf into a flamboyant bow and making a statement in silk.

The Boho
Unleash the hippy child within by looping once around your neck and leaving the long ends of the scarf to flow.






The Shoulder Surfer
For a touch of old school glamour, pin your scarf to a blazer or winter coat using a vintage brooch.

The Neckerschief
The new trendsetter: diagonally fold a large square in two knotting the two ends behinf your neck and arranging the triangle shape at the front.

let’s show off your legs men... with some great shorts…

Hopping the arrival of warmer weather we start to think of lighter and summer clothes. But it’s not just us women that should think of it, men also have a key piece to think about, at least the ones that care about their image, that is the mens shorts.

Well we know that many men trust their companions to take care of that but there are a few dos and dont’s that even they need to follow.
There are many different types and styles of men’s shorts; depending on the activities men may be interested in.
Anyway I think shorts for men should be fashionable as well as functional. So, in a positive way I decided to share some tips I think can help men to be a little more careful of how they look.

Go for olive or navy colour khaki. You can go for a length from mid-thigh to mid-knee. A cargo with a flat front looks awesome when paired with a short tee-shirt.

The appropriate place to wear a pair of board shorts is if you are at a beach side or near water, it would look great.

If you are planning to attend a party or it is too hot to wear pants then go for linen shorts. You can team them up with short sleeve linen shirt and sandals.

Do wear trendy shorts: If you are one of those who follow latest fashion trends then go for shorts from well known brands like G-star.

Now let’s hope the weather gets really summery and helps to show off your legs… with great mens shorts.

All images courtesy of Republic.

ANCHORS AWAY!

Look stylish in stripes and stay on trend for Spring/Summer 2010.

Mix navy and white with denim for a more casual look and add a navy blazer for a more dressed up style.

You can find pieces like this in Getmyfashion.com, an e-boutique that caters for fashion-savvy women with an emphasis on styling individual outfits to ensure that women feel both confident and sexy.

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revival of the LBD...

Forget your old LBD - here is a fresh up­date on your traditional black, ticking all the boxes with on trend swirling romantic ruffles mixed with nude sheer silk.

Channelling the hottest trends for Spring Summer, Swedish brand Smooph revives the LBD and an ar­ray of key statement pieces to make you stand out this season. The key to Smooph’s Spring/Summer collection is their stunning Fairytale inspired dress. Delicate silk layering adds instant curves, creating the perfect feminine silhouette.

Also channelling this season’s penchant for all things cafe latte, this stunning piece is a wardrobe essential for every fashionista, to create the stand-out selection of the season.

You can view the current Smooph collection at http://www.smooph.se/.

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Elise Ryan Spring/Summer Collection 2010...

The Elise Ryan label has become a successful brand offering up to the minute fashion trends with attention to detail and producing quality garments at reasonable prices.

The Spring/Summer Collection 2010 presents trends of the season like:

Underwear as Outerwear...

Why leave things to the imagination this Spring/Summer 10. The key trend of the season is captured perfectly in these dresses. In both a puffball and a slinky cocktail dress style you would be crazy to not want to show them off. Give Gaga and Rihanna a run for their money this summer!

Nude is the New Black...

Who needs the perfect LBD when you have these stunning Nude dresses to pick from? There is a shape for all body types and a huge variety of styles from the sweet nude lace shift dress to the sexy nude and black body con dresses they are guaranteed to get you noticed where ever you wear them.

Mesh Cut Out...

As seen on the likes of Megan Fox these Mesh Cut Out dresses will make sure you stand out this season. Theses dresses add a little edge to a fashion staple and would look stunning teamed with a pair of this seasons must have studded heels. Perfect for hitting the town with some friends this summer.

That Corset Dress...

This show stopping skin tight corset dress is certain to set tongues wagging this Summer, teamed with some black heels you’ll give any fashionista a run for her money. Similar styles have been spotted on Victoria Beckham and if it’s good enough for her it good enough for us!

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desperately seeking summer grunge...

The alternative 90’s style is making a comeback, and Abandon are borrowing elements from that era without making us all look like Madonna in Desperately Seeking Susan. They have bought the Grunge Deluxe trend back up to speed again, taking inspiration from Karen O from the Yeah Yeah Yeahs using deluxe washes.

The key trend of the era, which was heavily represented on the catwalks, was grunge. It is a versatile trend that champions the nonchalant, layered, un-groomed casual look that is set to become popular for Spring/Summer 2010.

Layers of lattice – and strips of shredding – are inserted into jersey tops, dresses, and leggings. Rock-inspired, denim trucker jackets can be teamed with haunting acid-wash tees and shredded leggings for a psychedelic twist to the grunge-chick look.

Recreating summer grunge with a deluxe edge, ditsy carnation prints are mixed up with lashings of lace, evoking wild nights of abandon.

To view the full collection go to www.usc.co.uk

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dress to impress this Spring... with brand new label Damsel In A Dress...

With luxury timeless pieces at affordable prices, brand new label Damsel In A Dress Spring Summer 2010 collection, by the designer of the famous dress worn by Samantha Cameron, has the perfect range to fancy adding some ultra feminine, luxurious-looking pieces to your Spring wardrobe without breaking the bank.

This season’s debut from Damsel in a Dress is an ultra-feminine collection of classic yet eclectic pieces. Each item is hand-made in limited numbers giving the exclusive feel of haute couture, and a startling contrast to High Street fast fashion.

The new label will feature exclusively at selected John Lewis stores and John Lewis online, and draws its inspiration from the female form embodied in the works of feminine chic. Each piece in the collection has been carefully designed to embrace feminine curves and carefully couture cut to fit.

To view the full collection go to John Lewis online.

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featuring one of Westrags' fall wares…

Westrags is an on-line store with affordable outfits and accessories for every occasion. Plus Westrags delivers all over the world which is very important for some of us, like me.
And if you don’t feel comfortable with English you can choose other language from this front page.

Westrags is one of those sites where I can spend way too much time fantasy shopping. They always seem to have something that ends up on my wish list.

So when they contacted me to try out and feature one of their new fall wares I was understandably excited.

The chosen piece was the Nidi Dress and I was even more excited when I opened the bag and saw how perfect it was.

With some different vibes it can be a versatile piece, which you can style to be worn to a corporate work and also to a night out.

You can layer it with other pieces to go to work and feel warm and comfy, like this:

But you also can put it on to a night out, for instance as this:

However I’m sure you will see this dress styled in different ways as I’m planning to wear it often.




dress - Westrags' Nidi Dress (gift)



Westrags also has an interesting blog, the Westlog where you can know everything that may happen in Westrags and also see articles about fashion in general, about the styles on trend, bargains and discounts, and fashion tips: hairstyles, make-up, clothing, etc.

I noticed that Westrags is carrying a quantity of nice items from their fall line so I should be heading over that way right about now to see if I can get my hands on some.

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