Palladium Boots

Now if you like Dr Martens and Timberland boots, let me tell you Palladium are better. Not only does this footwear brand have an interesting history, starting originally by manufacturing tires for the aviation industry back in the 1920's, Palladium continued to making tires up and till after World War II when they decided to start making functional, durable and comfortable boots which were later worn by the French Foreign Legion while they travelled and explored the harsh desert conditions of North Africa.

Palladium are still inspired by their traditional designs of the past, but they also always attempt to adapt their designs to fit into the ever-changing world and environments.

They have also started an interesting video Explorer Series which features people exploring their cities of course with Palladium Boots. So far they have explored NYC, Toronto, LA, Rotterdam, Hong Kong, Berlin, Johannesburg, Milan, Manchester, Tel Aviv, Paris, and Melbourne. Where will be next?

Now to show you all some of their awesome boots.

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Now to my pair I chose the awesome Duo Chrome in Black and Red

I just love them! I've been wearing them none stop ever since I received them.
I will do a How to Wear post tomorrow showing you how I style my Palladiums.

I'm also on their website at the moment!

Thank you Palladium Boots!

Where will my Palladiums take me?
I'll keep you posted!

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Fabric Pr Press Day Part 1

Yesterday I spent the afternoon and early evening with the wonderful people who make up Fabric Pr at their press day at The Doll's House. 

This awesome venue was host to some great company and brands, with a mix or menswear, womenswear, accessories and footwear there was something for everyone's tastes. Have a look for yourself . . .

Showcasing Autumn / Winter 2014 collections from these great companies:  Aigle, Aigle x Nigel Cabourn, Atelier Scotch, Cinderela B, Cro'Jack, Denim Is Everything, Duck & Cover, Edmund Hilary, Elvine, FYT & CO, Gabicci Vintage, G-Lab, JQ Jeans, Lochcarron, Monta Heritage, New Accessories Group, Palladium, Palladium x Alpha Industries, Peter Scott, Prey of London, SOS Jeans, Thomas Royall, and Villain. So as you can see a great mix of talent was on show. Some of my favourite pieces were from an amazing jewellery designer called Cinderela B, while speaking to the lovely Holly at Fabric Pr who filled me in on this designer I leaned that she makes all of her pieces in London in her little workshop with the help of her busy bees who hand make everything. This will be a company that I will be looking at with great interest. Have a look at some of her amazing pieces coming up for Autumn  / Winter.

I am absolutely in love with the bee bracelet and bee earrings, they are fun, fabulous and elegant. The print wrap bracelets are also so lovely and feminine, finished off with a gold charm and fastened with a buckle. This brand really does have stunning pieces for every kind of girl. I can't wait to see what else this designer comes up with!

Next we have Prey of London, how amazing are these pieces below!! Edgy fashion at its best, velvet pieces, embellishment, metallics, futuristic trims and leather jackets. This design team create dramatic fashion pieces you are bound to get noticed and attract great attention. Personally I would love any of these pieces they would be a great investment for any fashionista.

While moving up the many floors that make up the Doll's House, more fabulous brands came into sight. In part two I will show you some amazing menswear brands. For now I will continue to talk about the more girly side of the event. 

Upstairs I was treated to a drink, which was truly appreciated thank you Fabric PR, cool and refreshing, it even looks inviting in the picture.

While enjoying my refreshment I waited in line at the nail bar to have my nails done by the lovely Jessica Glossin. Check out my instagram to see the finished nails, they are awesome even if I do say so myself, also check out Jessica's instagram account.

After getting my nails done I continued to look around at the pieces on display and ended up of the roof terrace in glorious sunshine looking at some great swimwear pieces. On my way back down I discovered more rooms full of fashion and footwear. Which I will elaborate more on in my next entry as I am aware that this is already very long. 

Finally I finished off this press event by chatting to the lovely Bethany from Fabric Pr who gave me a goody bag, as well as having a lovely chat. The goody bag is to be revealed later . . .

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Oh Karl . . .

So Karl Lagerfeld has opened his store in London, this I'm sure you know but have you seen some of the pieces he has instore?

Karl figurines, pillows, mugs, candles and phone cases all featuring the striking image of Karl's silhouette. There are also fashion pieces almost an ode to Karl with fingerless gloves, sunglasses and stiff white collars.

Need a new coffee table book? Karl has lots of options for you stocked in his store! With titles ranging from 'The World According to Karl' and 'The Little Black Jacket'. Surprisingly the other ready to wear pieces range in colour, yes you heard me colour! Reds, blues and purples! Brilliant! He also gives us his own interpretation of our beloved union jack flag.

This is also going to be a trendy store, or a theft risk with iPad's at the end of clothes rails showcasing all the possible looks, yet more iPad's around from which you can write a personal note for Karl, who is believed to be tweeting his favourites. Best bit . . . there will be photo booths in the changing rooms for you to take a cheeky selfie and add filters inspired by Karl, yes there is even filters inspired by this man!

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These photos are from Vogue, I do not own them.

So what do you think, mindless designer tat or ingenious creations?

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Sports Luxe Trend

Another week another trend report for Spring / Summer 2014, this week its is the Sports Luxe trend.

Think oversized basketball shirts, boxer shorts, cut off denims (think surfer), vest tops, mesh pieces, micro tops, and micro dresses disguised as vests.

If you need someone to look at for inspiration on how to wear this trend how about these ladies below, an obvious Sports Luxe star is Rihanna. then we have on occasion Cara Delevigne, the lovely Rita Ora to name a few. These feisty ladies all really rock this look, in their own way.

I have had a look around at three big highstreet stores to find some great pieces for you to wear this trend if you need a bit of help. Of course River Island was my first choice especially as Rihanna has collaborated with them over the last few years.

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River Island have such a great range for this trend with shorts, long vests and oversized shirts, chunky gold jewellery and awesome trainers and heels. Of course a few Rihanna pieces in there too. I personally like the oversized baseball inspired tops, the 92 and 95 in particular.

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Topshop provides us with some mesh pieces, loose knit jumpers that look like mesh, oversized jerseys, sporty sweatshirts, crop tops and duffel sports bags and backpacks. They also are stocking interesting shoes and gladiator sandals that would add a little edge to these pieces this Spring / Summer.

Their current collaboration with adidas is especially brilliant for this trend with practical and trendy pieces for working out and just day to day dressing, Topshop timed this collaboration well! 

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H&M give us more jewellery pieces and tops than the other stores. They even provide us with three great caps for all kinds of sporty girls, to top off this look. With interesting bomber jackets, cropped hoodies and sporty parka jackets available too you will find something that you can wear for this trend.

Of course there are some other great pieces around in other stores and brands these are just to start you off.

Which is your favourite piece? Are you a sporty girl?

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Milan Fashion Week Day 2

Moshino, Moshino, Moshino, oh we love you! 

With references from pop culture, social culture and childrens culture, this is a really lively and entertaining collection. See for yourself . . .

These outfits obviously inspired by sponge bob square pants, fruit loop packet and their own reinvention of the McDonalds M. The two at either end more laid back than the centre image. These fun, cheerful pieces would cheer up any Autumn, Winter's day.

These wonderful gowns inspired by food wrappers really stand out. I love how they have formulated the pattern and design to convey the idea of the packet / dress being crinkled together as if it has just been twisted into shape. Again another collection that makes me want to go and get a snack, seems to be a reoccurring theme here, are they trying to tell everyone to eat, I hope so!

What did you think of Moshino's collection?

How good would these dresses be paired or styled with Anya Hindmarch's bags from the last day of London fashion week? Answer, match made in heaven!

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Logomania

A big Spring / Summer 2014 trend that you can't have failed to notice is, as I've named it, Logomania. It's no surprise that logo's are back, and are effortlessly cool this season. If your a 90's kid like me you might remember owning something similar growing up. Designers such as Kenzo, Alexander Wang, DKNY and Louis Vuitton all showed elements of it in their collections. Kenzo choosing to match its slogans with digital prints and different fonts. Alexander Wang chose to use a universally known statement slogan on his sweatshirts. DKNY made their brand name into an all over statement logo, a definite in your face print! Louis Vuitton made just as big a statement as DKNY by putting their name on a sheer body, way to brand someone!

The best Logomania collection that I've seen for Spring / Summer 2014 was that of the designer Ashish, three outfits from the collection can be seen below. With a clear branding message this was a very wearable and edgy collection. Mixing casual t shirts in cotton and jersey with sequinned sleeves or mix matched print, definitely an overall statement maker!

Of course there are a lot of logomania items out there for you to make all kinds of statements this season. Here are a few good ones I've found . . .

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It doesn't matter how bold a statement your logo's make just rock them with confidence!

So what you waiting for? Go brand yourself!

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Even more Topshop News . . .

So I didn't think I would be writing another post about Topshop today, but here I am!

Latest news is that Topshop have done a collaboration with Adidas Originals, which will be launching in stores in the middle of March this year. The collection will be made of 20 pieces, and is said to be an infusion of sportswear and femininity. Pieces will be fashionable for everyday wear and perfect for performance. Although only two images have been released so far the collection is said to be made up of tailored tracksuit bottoms, slouchy scoop nest vests with drop arm holes, shorts in a floral print, all baring the companies signature logo. This range will also branch out into footwear, trainers as seen in Chanel's recent couture show are very much in. The footwear part of this collection will be reworks of Adidas's Superstar, Tech Super and Attitude trainers. The prices are said to range from £25 - £90 so very affordable, I'm sure this collaboration will be snapped up as soon as it hits the stores March 20th. Get it while you can!

See the two released images below . . .

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