Summer is on the horizon and I’m in a tropical kind of mood. Whilst the rest of the fashion world goes tie-dye crazy, I’m feeling in the mood for the Caribbean. Perhaps the spoilers of Naomie Harris filming the new James Bond in Jamaica, or that Rihanna will be launching a reggae album someday soon; […]
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I’m a huge fan of all things Elie Saab. Whilst girly isn’t usually my style, nothing makes me swoon like one of his dresses. Glitzy, glam and impressively modern, he is the indisputable red carpet king. With Coachella underway and festival season on the horizon, I’ve been contemplating on how to approach this annual dressing […]
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In the last decade, Mango has definitely become Zara’s forgotten sister, but to overlook this High-St heavyweight would be a big mistake. Being the under dog, has enabled the brand to re-evaluate, and offer up a seriously good selection of affordable classics; (and you’re far less likely to see someone in the same outfit as […]
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As winter creeps in, it’s time to wholeheartedly embrace glamour. Wrap up in plush velvets and cosy furs, show off in metallic finishes and sequinned gowns. Once you’ve bedeck yourself in feathers, drag your ensemble into 2018, with matte leathers, sharp suiting and whiter than white boots. Natasha Zinko, Velvet Bow Mules, £600, Browns Fashion […]
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Maybe it’s Marathon Fomo, or the fact I’ve just moved next door to a Pure Gym; but I’ve been feeling rather sporty of late. Whilst I’m yet to extend my commitment to fitness, beyond walking to Soho, I have made the first crucial step: dressing the part. Deciding what to buy, when it comes to […]
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Coachella has spoken, the flower crown is finally dead! This year it’s all about throwing back to your favourite era, or tribe. Here are a few of our favourite Coachella-inspired looks, we’ll be channelling come June. – 70s Sister The Inspiration: Lais Ribeiro What you’ll Need: Bell-Bottoms, (or even better – sequinned bellbottoms), Lamé, Big hair, […]
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It’s been a while since I’ve posted and I’ve been finding it very difficult to decide what my first dip back into the pond would be. I knew I wanted to create a GTL, but I couldn’t quite decide what to cover. My current style obsessions are: Denim (- it’s actually getting quite worrying how […]
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Spring is on the way and I have to say I’m ready to see the sun again. The mulled wine and nights by the fire, were great and everything, but nothing’s better then whipping out your trench and letting your ankles run free. That’s the feeling I had this Fashion Week, which was over in […]
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It’s been a while since I’ve put together a Blush Board, so I thought I’d put all of my pinning to good use for a party-centric piece. There’s lots more to come on Slappshop.com, but in the meantime, here’s a little inspiration to keep you going!
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It’s official the 80s are back. Hot on the heels of the 90s trend that is no longer a trend and more a way of life, the era that declared big as better, is back in, a big way. Thanks to the tireless efforts of Hedi Slimane at Saint Laurent, the trend has finally stuck and […]
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I resisted the temptation of ripped jeans for quite some time and rather stupidly waited until September to buy them, so this is a short style piece on how to try and make ripped jeans work for Autumn Winter. Two other looks I loved that I haven’t had a chance to shoot yet are… fishnets […]
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Summer 2016 came and went before we could say ‘Brixton Beach’ As AW16 sees a confident return to the maximalist, bow down to the fabric commanding the spotlight for the season: velvet. The sensual textile is the epitome of elegance, bringing a feminine touch of glamour to all who catch its eye. As either a […]
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I can’t count the number of times I’ve received compliments on my trench coat. Perhaps it’s because, it is not a trench in the traditional sense of the word, but more of a utilitarian duster. It billows in the wind, has handy zipper pockets and is a seasonless graphite. Over the last couple of weeks, […]
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Denim, leather and satin outerwear are back and this time, they’re personal. Nothing quite makes a mark like an embroidered monogram or swathing signature and with the rise of iron and sew-on patches and badges, we’re pretty inspired to get crafty this summer. Seen everywhere from runways and street style to festivals and sporting events, […]
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White lace and layers of chiffon are nothing new for spring/summer, but this season designers went full throttle, showcasing an array of diaphanous gowns and Victorian inspired sleeves. Whether you’ll be teaming strict starchy whites with high waisted denim, or going all out in ankle grazing white Mille feuille, Blush writer Josie Johnson, shows you […]
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I’ve recently moved to Chelsea, which is all very lovely, but it does come with its disadvantages. One of them being that whenever you tell anyone where you live they raise their eyebrows and say ‘ooh that’s posh!’ In a kind of weird judgey way, or call you a rich c u next Tuesday, which […]
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For the first time in what feels like forever, it seems that Spring is finally on its way. With two days in a row of sunshine, I think it’s finally safe to look ahead to sunnier days. Our fantastic contributor Giulia took to the roofs of London to shoot some of the season’s biggest trends […]
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After summers of bum-cheek flashing and seventies throwbacks, this spring designers have come over all romantic. Perhaps it’s the current state of global affairs and the campaign of hate spewed by leaders and extremists, the world over, but this summer it’s all about peace, love and ruffles . For Spring/Summer 16 Vetements, Gucci and Marques Almeida led […]
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I can say with all sincerity, that since I bought my first pair of skinny jeans I have never bought another style. As I recently confessed, I did own a pair of oversized ‘sweetie’ stitched flares in my teens, but thanks to my dedication to the skinniest of silhouettes and a whole lot of stretch, those days […]
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The tracksuit bottom is making a comeback. No longer reserved for garage videos and nostalgic I-D spreads, good old trackie b’s are back with a vengeance. Seen in their splendour on the Spring/Summer catwalk at Chloe, creative director Claire Waight Keller channelled the 90s Classic by teaming her red trackies with a classic rib necked tracksuit […]
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I’ve never really been a fan of leopard print, mainly because it conjures up images of Shirley Carter in a mini skirt, before she ditched her fishnets and became a grandma. Leopard print has always been a bit garish for me, so I tend to limit my leopard usage to accessories only. With that being said […]
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Thanks to Summer’s penchant for all things Seventies, suits have been witnessing a revival of late. After all, nothing says 1970s swagger like a Bianca-Jagger inspired two-piece. Whether you’ll be wearing yours white, wide-legged and belted, or a la Saint Laurent and super skinny; there’s a suit out there with your name on it. Spotted on the Autumn/Winter […]
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My favourite season is upon us and I have to say I’m rather happy to see my 15 deniers again. Autumn/Winter, for me is the time you can have the most fun with your style. My Autumn style tends to be a twist on old classics. Silk blouses, skinny jeans and fur coats never fail […]
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As I was a little naughty last week, I thought I’d over post. As most of you know, New York Fashion Week is in full swing and the same faces are doing the rounds and showing off their new season pieces. NYFW has been pretty special this year, what with Riccardo Tisci’s love letter to […]
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I’m going to reveal a trade secret that I may regret, but whenever I go vintage shopping, the first thing I look for is a belt; mainly because you need one in the changing rooms to figure out whether the pinstriped sack that you’ve fallen in love with, really can be transformed into a dress. […]
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Fashion Bloggers have long been a phenomenon- but I tend to find their style a bit samey. There is one blogger whose style I absolutely adore; edgy and laid-back, Paulina Stepowska manages to toe the line between tomboy and throwback like no other; and never seems like she’s trying too hard. For her bob alone […]
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