Hans Silvester - Hermes SS14 Campaign

I have always loved the photography of Hans Silvester whose exploration of our world always captures the most intimate and enigmatic of natural phenomena. I was extremely delighted to find his amazonian shoot for the Hermes campaign. I love the mysterious and tranquil feel of the shoot with the solitary figures appearing truly at one with their oily green and blue surroundings. As with past photographs by Silvester these photographs create a feeling of discovery. It is as if we have just happened across an unknown tribe stunningly decorated to mimic their environment. What an exciting shoot!

Haider Ackermann Autumn/Winter 2014

'La Fille de l'Ouest'

Elle France January 2014

'Defy circumstances and live with Joie De Vivre'

The Society of Elegant Persons of the Congo better known as the Sapeurs are blue collar workers who dedicate their free time to eccentric fashion. The Sapeurs live with the positive belief of putting more in, to get more out. These men have chosen to not be defined by occupation or wealth but by respect and a representation of their creativity and style. Their choice of colours and cuts is so bold and mimics the vibrance of their characters. This story of the transformation from a 'working man' to a sartorial butterfly is incredibly inspirational but even more so is the emphasis on the importance of the integrity and mentality of the man beneath the clothes. The 'Joie De Vivre' nature of the Sapeurs is infectious and I smile every time I see this advert.

Isa Arfen Autumn/Winter 2013

Great shapes, tactile fabrics and a serene palette.

Photos from: http://isaarfen.com/

Night Moves

Photographer: James Ryang

I just love the soft lighting and the blue and sepia tones of this shoot.

Elie Saab - Spring Summer 14

Elie Saab has brought a touch of the feminine to my blog this morning which is somewhat of a rare occurrence. I truly adore the journey that this collection takes us on as we follow the Ellie Saab woman from a pure youth at the beginning to a sultry, gothic woman by the end. I found it hard to pick my favourites from the collection but my number one has to be the white and floral jumpsuit. It has such an elegant gown like air to it that you almost forget it isn't a dress and I'm sure that I haven't seen a jumpsuit like this before.

Photos from: www.vogue.co.uk

Emporio Armani SS14 - Chaplin Silhouettes

These looks from the collection really appeal to my love of oversized and somewhat boyish shapes. I love the Chaplin feel of the wide leg trousers which cut off mid ankle when combined with ladylike blouses and tailored jackets. The Oriental nature of the tightly pinned hair just adds to my love of the modest and beautiful collection. As does the highlight of pastel lilac in contrast to the monochromatic looks surrounding it.


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Jasper Conran Spring/Summer 2014

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3.1 Phillip Lim - Pre SS 2014

There is something so striking about the combination of the structured tailoring and casual sportswear in this collection. A mix which I wouldn't have imagined to work so well together. The contrast of over and undersized works really nicely with cropped double breasted jackets worn with loose shirts. I adore the mint coloured fabrics and the general muted tones of the collection. Of course I love the general androgynous feel of the looks. There are several items in this collection that would make me very happy to own but mostly the mint laser cut trousers and the salmon track pants. I really hope that the high street replicates these.

Photos from: www.vogue.co.uk

True Colours - Jeneil Williams for Vogue Germany September 2013

I caught a glimpse of these photos while flicking through Vogue Germany at the airport and couldn't take my eyes off them. The contrasting colours and textures of the knitwear in the surroundings is just mesmerising and I love the addition of the coloured backgrounds. I will be looking back at these photos as the weather turns cooler as a reminder of the glow of summer.

Photos by Julia Noni

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1205 Autumn/Winter 2013

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The Row Pre SS 14

There is something quite organic about this collection, a simplistic and polite elegance which never strays far from it's genteel core. The modest spirit of the collection avoids becoming bland with the punctuation of colour introduced at the end. The wheat brown shades, citrus yellows and sky blues all create a natural aesthetic and make me think of golden fields in the summer. This colour palette really works to marry the looks together, creating a smooth transition from beginning to end. The sophisticated necklines and hemlines create a graceful silhouette with high waists bringing some shape to the loosely fitted garments. They've even managed to fit a tux into the collection, what more could you ask for? I am truly in love with this collection and will definitely be using it as inspiration in the future.

Photos from: www.vogue.co.uk

Marc by Marc Jacobs Pre Spring Summer 2014

I really couldn't be more excited about this collection. It is just so effortlessly cool and beautifully tailored. There is something very delicate but powerful about the collection which I think is expressed through the mix of materials and patterns. The schoolboy feel to a lot of the looks is juxtaposed with the delicate cut of the blouses and the floral materials.

Photos: www.vogue.co.uk

Band of Outsiders Pre 2014

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A touch of yellow - Stella McCartney Resort 2014

Vogue Australia July 2013

What a great campaign

Thakoon Addition - Pre Spring/Summer 2014

I became a little excited when I discovered this collection today. I just love the contrast of textures of satins and suedes and the preppy Wimbledon meets ghetto attitude of the designs. The slouchy wide leg trousers teamed with loose fitted jumpers and shirts gives the collection an effortlessly cool edge. I love the whole collection but am head over heels for the paisley asymmetric hem dress.

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