Pair a striped top with a striped skirt for a bold print look from head to toe (a la Sonia Rykiel), or keep it simple with a striped sweater paired with solid trouser!



Fruits in this Spring and Summer is almost an must-have fashion trend. Super brands like Prada, Stella McCartney along with so many other brands have featured a lot of tropical fruits. So I thought to jump on the bandwagon and create my own personal take on this trend.




Lady like dressing - Three-quarter-length skirts are on the rise everywhere from Calvin Klein Collection and Narciso Rodriguez to Rodarte and Roland Mouret S/S 11



My take on Camila Alves dress at the Oscars

 
Pattern Clash trend as seen above and below S/S 11

 

Given the chance to look like a princess for just one night... I say go all out!

At events when you can get away with looking like a Princess, why not embrace your inner gorgeousness with the most prettiest elegant dress you can, for one night only; turn yourself into a character that has just jumped out of a story book.... Please show your appreciation for my two favourites at the 83rd Annual Academy Awards below.

In this glittering tulle masterpiece by Marchesa, Halle Berry looks absolutly Stunning! Everything was perfect, her jewellery was suble to compliment her detailed dress. 10 points!

Camilla Alves looked stunning in this Kaufman Franco black gown, with plunging necklace, and the gorgeous centre parted bun hair do was most definatly on trend, she looked every bit a red carpet goddess!

MLE Video for I Will Still Be There!

Hi Guys,

The video is finally here!

My Little Empire's first video for new single I Will Still Be There is now available to watch, I am really proud of the band, and what they have achieved, it's a quality video too! Thank you Amy Lightower for your fantastic editing!

I was kindly asked to be part of the video as the leading lady; it was such a fun day of acting, and showing support for the band with the great fan's that were showing support in the crowd scene! Leanne Foster and Arash Moghaddami did an amazing job with the makeup and hair too so a big thank you for making everyone look beautiful!

Please check it out below and show your support!

MEMBERS:
ROB DODKIN - VOCALS/GUITARS
KEITH SAYERS - BASS
STUART HURLEY - GUITARS
NATHAN WRIGHT - DRUMS

Please show your love and follow them on Twitter @ MLEBAND

XXX

Fashion for Film- Desperately Seeking Susan

Every woman had thought about it: Why can't I wear this bra in public?

From black dresses paired with leggings to men's trousers with uncovered lacy bras to rhinestone boots to even men's briefs, beads, crosses, bracelets and a whole load of bleached out hair! Madonna was so super sexy and daring, it's not even needed to point out what a sensation she became, since an entire expression was invented for her squad of impersonates: "Madonna-wanna-be."

I watched this film on Saturday night and really enjoyed the fashion that was shown, it really inspired me! I wasn't too sure on the story line, but Madonna played a great fashion icon, my favourite item being the studded boots and the iconic Pyramid jacket designed by Santo Loquasto,worn by Madonna's Character Susan as seen below.

This movie is definitely for all 80s fashion lovers- Check it out if not seen already!

Citrus Burst of Stella Love!

Photos sourced from http://www.net-a-porter.com/

Can I show my appreciation and utter love for this Stella McCartney Citrus print skirt! I am in love with this creation, this piece somewhat reminds me of the lickable wall paper from Charlie and the chocolate factory with a hint of an optical illusion. I am fascinated, This could easily be teamed with a basic nude vest and  heels. So delicious!

Let the fruit do the talking!



Style Bargain

Look what I found, this Orange Print Tee at £18 from ASOS...!

Happy 90th birthday Gucci!

Happy Birthday Gucci

The house of Gucci turns 90 today !, it may have presented the world with such icons as the bamboo top handle bag, the Jackie, interlocking GG's and snaffle bit loafers, but my love for Gucci and my earliest friendship started at the tender age of 15 as I remember my very first pair of Gucci trainers with the iconic red and green stripe a signifier of Gucci’s strong equestrian roots, I had a matching GG Belt bag, How cool was I....;)

Gucci, located in Florence, was founded in 1923 by Guccio Gucci, which has been the most largest Italian fashion group today. Besides fashion clothing, Gucci is also involved in designing handbags, shoes, watches, home accessories, pet supplies, scarves, neckties, perfumes and so on!

During late 40's to 60's in last century, Gucci has promoted a string of classic products such as the bamboo handle bag, horsebit loafers and printed scarves. All Gucci products are made from the finest materials, which has helped Gucci win many fans throughout the years from many celebrities such as Jacqueline Kennedy, Sophia Loren, to name a few. Well done Gucci I say, for creating such beautiful timeless elegant pieces, congratulations on your birthday!

Sophia Loren - Stylist Magazine

Gucci Spring 2011


A little bit of intresting reading for you!
The Horsebit-
 
The horsebit was first written into Gucci’s vocabulary in the Fifties, when it was used on heavy tan leather saddle-stitched handbags. Since then, the horsebit has been both miniaturised and maximised as hardware; luxuriously schemed into embossed or burned-out surfaces on leather suede and velvet; turned into repeat patterns printed on silk and sculpted into the components of precious jewellery.
 
http://www.gucci.com/uk/worldofgucci/articles/icons--horsebit
 

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Sass & Bide A/W '11

How gorgeous is the Sass & Bide collection that was delivered on the first day of London Fashion week, this incredible Australian duo unveiled their collection, named “Boogie and the History maker” which centers on tribal prints accentuating with sequins, feather prints, fringed hems and tie-dye kaftan's. The accessories also infuses the “Tribalness” with feathered necklaces and roped piping. This collection is so rich in colour! I love love love the rich burnt orange filtered within the collection.

Thoughts?

60s Twist! - Makeup

60s Twist

Hey all! This week I have finished one of my assessments for my makeup course and yay… I got a distinction!

I am fascinated with 60s makeup and style so I thought I would create a pretty seductive 60s eye on my good friend Samantha!

As you can see she looked completely gorgeous with her hair up in a back combed twist, her makeup looked pretty and the Shu Emura False Lashes were amazing, they were thick black with feathers which drew all the attention to her pretty eyes and complimented her nude lips perfectly; she even had a gorgeous little black and white tea dress on… Perfect!

However… I find fault with everything so there would be many things I would have changed and improved on, for instance the 60s flick, could have been better; I guess its something that comes with experience and practice! One shall carry keep on trying!

Have a look at the gorgeous Sam below! Xx

Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti Fall 2011

I am in love with the gorgeous sherbet shades of this A/W fall collection! So Stunning! I love this collection so much I wanted to share this with you because this really appeals to my love for all things pretty and girly (This look really sums my attitude to fashion and life:) I love the way this has a 1960's mod feel but with a pretty pink pastel twist! Superb! X