Winter Accessories Edit

With the cold weather officially here to stay for the next couple of months, it is time to wrap up all cosy  in your favourite winter accessories. If you are on the lookout for some new knitted, cashmere and shearling accessories then you should like this edit. I have selected some of my favourite winter hats, scarves and gloves currently available from various different designer brands, department stores and high street retailers. Mix up your use of colour and texture, wear traditional checks for a classic look, play with folk embroideries for an boho feel and add some fun prints to brighten up a cold Winter day. Which is your favourite accessory from my edit?

1. Charlotte Simone £155 / 2. Markus Lupfer £190 / 3. Missoni £155 / 4. Burberry £395

5. Temperley £695 / 6. Canada Goose £50 / 7. New Look £7.99 / 8. Eugenia Kim £155

9. Agnelle £90 / 10. Barbour £44.99 / 11. Burberry £495 / 12. Paul Smith £50

13. Anya Hindmarch £325 / 14. Topshop £14 / 15. Harrods of London £125 / 16. Isabel Marant £150

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SS16 Trend Report - Part 2

Last month I posted part one of my SS16 Trend Report - here is part two featuring more  key trends for the season ahead...

English Romantic Floral

Without a doubt this was the number one print trend we saw on the SS16 runway. Working in a design studio, this is the top print trend all retailers have been buying into. These delicate floral prints are so feminine and commercial and offer a new style of English Romanticism. Chintz and vintage florals come in soft colour palettes with nods to nostalgia. These prints work best on long flowing dresses in lightweight fabric. A Victorian feel is evoked with the ruffles and high-cut necklines. Key designers: Saint Laurent and Alexander McQueen

Patchwork

Patchwork is given an update for SS16 with a variety of different prints being used in conjunction with each other to create an eclectic look. Graphic florals and checks are patched and spliced together in various ways to create a juxtaposition. This bold print trend has an abundance of energy, lending itself to a sporty shapes. There is also a nomadic feel to the trend, as seen at Tommy Hilfiger and Coach. Primary colours are key to nailing this trend.

Maximalism Sequin

Seen across the board in all 4 cities, daywear and eveningwear was given a 1980's revamp. Silhouettes were reminiscent of  power-dressing in high shine metallic fabrics with plenty of volume seen in the boxy shapes. Whether it is dresses, jackets or trousers, this trend has all bases covered. Layering head-to-toe metallics was also a key look: sequins, paillettes and lurex in standard colours with injections of electrifying red and blue. This is the most glamorous look for SS16 with short and sexy disco vibes. Key Designers: Mary Katrantzou, Lanvin, Rodarte, Preen and Prada.

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A/W 15 Trend: Fur

Fur, whether it be real or faux, is nothing new for A/W. However this season fur get an overhaul and comes in a bright array colours. Swap black for red, and white for teal, or mix it up even more and opt for a patchwork of contrasting colours. Fur is a bold look to pull off regardless of colour, it is daring and always makes a strong sartorial statement. Smooth fur or textured shearling, the A/W 15 catwalks were awash with more coloured fur than we have previously seen. Take notes from the likes of Versace and Saint Laurent and rock a statement fur coat or take the lead from House of Holland and Roksanda and go for an oversized fur vest.

I have shopped around to find some of the best fur garments and accessories currently available.

1. Vivetta $875 / 2. Giamba $1745 / 3. Topshop £65

4. Shrimps £495 / 5. House of Holland £1500 / 6. Topshop £89

7. Charlotte Simone £350 / 8. Shrimps £695 / 9. Charlie XCX for BooHoo £15

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Children In Need Official Products

Children In Need 2015 takes place on Friday 13th November. With schools and work places getting involved with fundraising in various different ways, one thing which which everyone can do is check out the range on official merchandise that is available.

Giles Deacon X Pudsey

This year Brit designer Giles Deacon has designed a Pusdey t-shirt in a choice of black or gold. Priced at £14, at least £7 from the sale of each t-shirt benefits Children In Need. These great promo pictures were taken by world renowned photographer Sølve Sundsbø and are modelled by the likes of Hollywood actor Stanley Tucci, Daisy Lowe, Abbey Clancy and Michelle Keegan.

Pandora x Pudsey

This cute Pudsey charm priced at £40 will make the perfect addition to your Pandora collection. Adding a touch of fun and personality to your jewellery collection, this polished silver charm is limited edition and 20% of sales go to Children In Need.

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*Collaboration* Balmain X H&M

Following a long list of designers to collaborate with retail giant H&M,  Balmain has pulled out all the stops to make their collaboration the best one yet! Favoured by the likes of: Kim Kardashian, Kate Hudson and Jada Pinkett Smith, Balmain has some serious star pulling power making the brand the perfect collaborator for H&M. Balmain favourites: Kendall Jenner, Jourdan Dunn and Gigi Hadid, star in the ad campaign set on a New York subway. There is no denying that this collection is aimed at Insta loving fashionista's, allowing everyone to join the #BalmainArmy along the way.  

Olivier Rousteing has drawn inspiration from past Balmain collections to create this new collection. Many of the pieces are almost dead ringers for the runway looks from which they have been inspired.    If you are expecting to purchase these pieces at regular H&M prices, then you may need to think again. Some pieces are priced at an affordable $34.99 - $99, but standout embellished pieces in the collection go upto $649. Nevertheless expect queues around the block…and no doubt sky-high prices on Ebay.

Here are my favourite pieces from the collection…which is available from today online and in store. You will need to be quick, it is expected to sell out in record speed!

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Harper's Bazaar Women of The Year Awards - Red Carpet

Last night the 2015 Harper's Bazaar 'Women of The Year' awards took place in London at Claridge's. Here's a little look at who wore what on the red carpet…

Karen Elson - Chloe AW15 / Clemence Poesy - Chloe SS16

Natalie Massenet - Erdem AW15 / Sienna Miller - Valentino Resort 16

Michelle Dockery - Ralph & Russo Couture Fall15 / Ellie Goulding - Stella McCartney

Lily James - Erdem SS16 / Nicole Kidman - Proenza Schouler SS16

Countess of Wessex - Mary Katrantzou PreFall15 / Lara Stone - Givenchy SS16

Erin O'Connor - Roksanda SS16 / Kate Winslet - Roland Mouret

My best dressed has to be Sienna Miller. Sienna has had some incredible red carpet looks this year, and continues to wow in this icy Valentino gown with bird print. Beautiful!

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One To Watch - Molly Goddard

Central Saint Martins alumni, Molly Goddard, previously teamed up with ASOS back in 2013. Then in February this year made her LFW debut with a collection that got the industry talking. For SS16, as seen below, Goddard anchored the collection with her signature aesthetic - plenty of flounce and metres of tulle. Sheer party dresses in punk silhouettes highlight the craftsmanship that drives the brand, with more wearable shapes adding a commercial aspect to the collection. Make no mistake, Molly Goddard is fast emerging as one of the biggest rising stars of British fashion, so be sure to keep this designer on your radar.

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