Margaret Howell A/W 13/14

 

I always love to see what magic Margaret Howell has cast on her latest collection and this season my excitement was well founded. For her autumn/winter collection Margaret Howell has stuck with her usual mix of understated, cool and masculine meets feminine clothing. The dashes of red in the collection really created a feast for the eyes but as always my favourite pieces were those with a androgynous touch. A pride in British heritage could be sensed by the tweed and corduroy fabrics used while the monochromic black and white outfits brought an effortlessly cool feel to the catwalk.

Photos from www.vogue.co.uk

Old school trainers

On my recent trip to San Francisco I mistakenly opted to pack leather brogues and I soon realised the full extent of this stupidity. When trekking up and down the hills of the city it is difficult to miss the footwear choice of trainers made by the residents. I was particularly attracted by the fluorescent dashes of colour on these trainers. With old school trainers making their way back onto the scene I am ultimately reminded of my hopes of owning some Nike Air Max's.  

Photos from: www.7runningshoes.com, www.highsnobiety.com 

Marc by Marc Jacobs Autumn/Winter 2013/14

Marc Jacobs has brought the seventies back to the catwalk but reinvented it with a touch of masculine tailoring. With oversize jackets and loose cropped trousers the looks have an almost eastern feel to them. The check and leaf patterns mixed with the palette of dark blues and maroons add an autumnal tone to the collection. 

Photos from www.vogue.co.uk

Thakoon A/W 13/14

With a mix of oversized and undersized, slouchy trousers, checkered patterns and a knitted roll neck what more could you ask for in a collection? I love these super cool looks and am particularly fond of the bright coral tux. 

Photos from http://www.vogue.co.uk/

New York Fashion Week Day 4 - Lyn Devon A/W 2013/14 Collection

Lyn Devon

This collection has a ladylike tone with loose, feminine cuts and cinched in waist lines creating a 40's style silhouette. What intrigues me about the collection however are the masculine interruptions brought in with the tailored trousers, hats and loafers. I love this contrast of the two genders. The eye catching mix of fabrics and patterns from velvet, sheepskin, knitwear and florals help to add great textures to the looks.

My favourite pieces have to be all of the carrot top trousers which are gathered at the waist to create a flattering shape which hangs off the body delicately. 

Photos from http://www.vogue.co.uk/

Paul Smith Spring Summer 2013 Collection

Paul Smith very rarely fails to capture my attention and his spring/summer 2013 collection is no exception to this. As per usual the tailoring is the focus, with clean cuts and a bold use of colours to create a youthful and exciting collection.

The palette of colours used in this collection of greens, mustards and reds help to top off the understated cool of these looks. I really adore the multi tonal shirts which cut the look up bravely and the white brogues really finish off the looks.

I will always love it when clothing merges the boundaries of what is considered masculine and feminine and Paul Smith is always on top of my list for achieving this. These 'androgynous' looks appear both wearable and stunning.

Photos from http://www.vogue.co.uk/

Louise Amstrup

Having worked with Alexander McQueen and Jonathan Saunders, Danish born designer Louise Amstrup has had enough experience for us all to have total faith in her talent. After discovering some of her clothing online I have fallen head over heels for the graphic patterns, oversized shapes, delicate fabrics and muted palettes used in her designs.

Here is a selection from the Louise Amstrup Autumn/Winter 2012/13 collection.

I just want them all!

For more information on Louise Amstrup go to http://louise-amstrup.com/

Photos from http://louise-armstrup.com/

Style icon no.1 - Andre Benjamin

 

 

 

 

In light of his upcoming acting role as the maestro of rock and roll Jimmy Hendrix I wanted to make a dedication to one of my main music and fashion icons, Andre Benjamin. This man never shies away from mixing together some pretty bold colours and patterns to create some unique looks.

Brogues, brogues and more brogues!

Shoes to add to my wish list...

Clarks

 

Boden

                                           

                                                                 Gap

 

                                             

                       
                                                Find these online at Boden, Clarks and Gap.

Valentino SS 2013 Collection is making me look forward to the spring

Classic and ladylike as always I would very much like to own every one of these outfits this summer.

Photos from http://www.vogue.co.uk/

Low Classic, Clothing that makes me happy, or rather sad due to the lack of international shipping

Low Classic, the womenswear brand was founded by three Konkuk university graduates with a passion for creating practical and wearable clothing. The looks are beautifully simplistic and have a very graceful feel. I particularly adore the bomber jacket and leather trouser look and lets not forget the marvellously 90's nike trainers.

www.lowclassic.com

 

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