Category Archives: Working the Trend

Even before the weather starts warming up, traditionally summer pastels are hitting stores, with mouthwatering names such as peppermint, lilac and bubblegum.  Seen on the catwalk from the likes of Cacherel, Miu Miu & Chanel with some beautiful soft tailoring … Continue reading →

As seen on the catwalks during the SS12 shows by the likes of D&G, DKNY (I adore those poppy print trousers!) and the queen of print Mary Katrantzou:  …and now translating down to the high street!  For those a little shy, … Continue reading →

Another big story this season, and carrying on nicely from summers trend, is lace detailing.  Plenty of designers have been using lace in their collections including Marc Jacobs, Malene Birger & D&G to name just a few. Most of the … Continue reading →

Another big story from this season has been Metallics.  It was used by many Designers in their AW11 collections - from Balmain (my favourite!) to Stella MacCartney.  You too can light up the room in dazzling metallic and sequin pieces from the high street.  There is so much … Continue reading →

I can’t believe it’s taken me soooo long to get around to blogging about the most talked about shoe of the season.  Miu Miu have created some amazing and completely show stopping glitter peeptoes, platform booties and pumps for AW11.  … Continue reading →

With a cheeky wink in Prada’s direction, one of the big stories this season is the swinging sixties.  Wear it with attitude, high hair and some seriously flicked eyeliner… and of course the great news is that you don’t need a … Continue reading →

Its that time of year again! Festival time is practically here – with many mini festivals already underway in preparation for the big guns of Glasto, Reading, V et al. If you’re lucky enough to have bagged a ticket to … Continue reading →

From St Tropez to (in my case) St Ives… I’m loving the eternally classic nautical trend (Me + Bretons = long term love affair) I have some great nautical-inspired pieces in my wardrobe, one of my favourite being a Phase Eight little … Continue reading →

… with your hemline.  Whether its a maxi dress or skirt, the important thing is to ensure it hits on the ankle or the floor.  If (like me) you’re finding the midi length around at the moment hard to wear, … Continue reading →