With the meteoric rise in popularity of mens fashion, it would seem all our favourite womenswear labels are keen to get in on the action. Whistles, of course is one of them. OR A 35year old label, that since the appointment of Jane Sheperdson as CEO in 2008, has become the exemplary of high-end, high street women’s wear - always with a tailored (or whistled if you will) edge. This month,... ...READ MORE
Have you heard of Jenni Kayne? I have to be honest, either had I. Here's what I've found out though - the Californian designer launched her line in 2003 at a mere nineteen years of age! The look is simple and refined - in her own words she designs: “Super-chic, easy to wear clothes...Nothing tricky, nothing precious, just good clothes that work for you.” The above suits are taken from her... ...READ MORE
I have a total aversion to cowboy boots. I know that Chanel has gone and made Dallas fashionable, and I'm all up for fringes and Navajo, but I draw the line at the Texan boot, sorry I just do. The desert boot however is a whole other ball game. Western stitching injects a touch of the John Wayne without going overboard, and the ankle skimming length makes them perfect for... ...READ MORE
Do you think you get to an age, where you are just too old to experiment with rainbow coloured hair? I still have a check list of self mutilation decoration that I want to get done before I turn thirty, that includes a tattoo of a lemon (don't ask) and piercing the solid bit of cartilage that connects my ear to my cheek. I would also love, love, love to... ...READ MORE
Forget red carpet round ups cluttered with gowns worthy of princesses, model Aymeline Valade stole the show at Cannes this week, wearing this gorgeous Pallas tuxedo with statement CHANEL diamond ear rings. GET THE LOOK [show_shopthepost_widget id="65902"] ...READ MORE
Hey there fellow Europeans, how y'all doing? I'm going to assume you are currently sporting a Cheshire Cat style grin of epic proportion because the sun has got his most stylish hat on, which means Summer (yes Summer) has FINALLY arrived. Put a shrimp on the barbie and slap on some sunscreen, because for the next few weeks BBC weather predicts consistent toasty temperatures- hooray! As I expel my knitwear... ...READ MORE
[slideshow_deploy id='4877'] Do you remember when you were a tween, and you and your gaggle, would descend upon the seaside in a pre-pubescent bundle of anticipation? You had spent hours scouting for the perfect bikini, probably a triangular number from the back rails of TAMMY Girl, that your parents had frowned upon, but concluded was a battle you could win, as several inches of viscose were less likely to cause... ...READ MORE
Oh my days! Let's take minute to window shop shall we? To whimsically eye up these espadrilles and visualise how they would look slipped onto our feet. To envisage all the ankle baring pants we could pair with them, and the glamorous outings we would embark on. Ah, just imagine it. Now, let's calculate how long it would take to save up for said shoes. I figure if I lived... ...READ MORE
Fashion is all very well and good, but if you can't actually do stuff in it, then it's pretty redundant if you ask me. Gawd, that's not a very "fashion blogger-esque" thing to say is it? But it's true. I love to flounce around with the best of them, but if honest on the weekend nothing floats my proverbial boat more than clambering into some comfortable clothing and setting off... ...READ MORE
I have purchased my fair share of irresponsible items, but a fixie bike with no breaks and a wonky seat takes the biscuit. My rather rusty, baby blue vintage bicycle and I have a tempestuous relationship at best. On a good day, she is my most prized possession, transporting me around Stockholm's sea front in unparalleled fashion. On a bad day, she propels me into my fellow cyclists at every... ...READ MORE
I have a little X that pops up in my calendar on a monthly basis. It marks the arrival of the fashion magazine drop - I live in Stockholm, so it's circa a week after local readers get their copies delivered. Nothing makes me happier than a zen filled Sunday sipping coffee and gorging a cornucopia of advertising, the written word and beautiful imagery. I am frequently caught sniffing... ...READ MORE
I wrote a post a few months back questioning whether or not my (let's call it) petite frame could handle the cut of the culotte, and was delighted when the lovely lasses over at PAPER London offered to help me out with a pair to experiment with. If you haven't heard of Kelly Townsend and Phillipa Thakeray's London label, than you can thank me later for this particular introduction. PAPER... ...READ MORE
Bonjour mes filles! I hope you "ça va" well today? As you are well aware I have a bit of penchant for shiny shoes - particularly of the flat variety. My silver school buckle-ups were strapped to my feet for the whole of last summer, but as Spring tentatively returns, I am now after a new pair to skip around Stockholm in. Cue, these leather loafers by French shoe label... ...READ MORE
There has been much talk of late about whether eating your five portions of fruit and veg a day is enough. Those of you who aren't English may not be familiar with the UK's governmental guidelines regarding how much roughage we should all be eating on a daily basis. When I was based in Britain, five portions were enough to keep you fit and healthy, but now there's talk of ten being... ...READ MORE
If I had a "Frequently Asked Questions" section for this blog, it would feature backpacks heavily. I often receive emails from readers who are looking for stylish alternatives to their handbags. Me and my backpack are inseparable, and I am the biggest advocate of wearing one, not just for reasons of style, but also because I carry my life around with me every day and it's better to do so... ...READ MORE
Have you noticed that there's a rather fishy trend going on? I was browsing my favourite online fashion destinations and noticed a pattern in my search results; Markus Lupfer tropical fish print joggers, ISSA underwater kaftan, Maison Scotch fish embroidered bomber, We are Handsome jelly fish leggings, and so the list goes on. Yep, fish are the birds of yester-season. Our crustaceous friends are adorning some key SS14 pieces and... ...READ MORE
[caption id="attachment_4748" align="aligncenter" width="651"] Richard Braqo creates his first ever flat shoes for & Other Stories.[/caption] Today Swedish high street store, & Other Stories, unveiled a new collaboration with London-based footwear designer Richard Braqo. The shoemaker, know for his fierce stilettos has crafted an exclusive nine piece collection for the brand, that includes his first ever flat styles. Colours are neutral, refined to a palette of black, silver, white and nude,... ...READ MORE
When my phone is on shuffle it can deliver some rather embarrassing results (namely in the realms of Miley Cyrus ballads circa 2013), but today whilst I was making breakfast it graced me with Mungo Jerry's "In the Summertime" - if I could whistle you a section (slightly out of tune) I would, just in case you're confusing it with Will Smith or Ella Fitzgerald's summer themed hits. It can... ...READ MORE
When it comes to jewellery I tend to buy a select number of pieces and then wear them religiously until they rust. My current obsessions are skinny stack rings and a little model tin soldier on a chain that I was gifted for my birthday by the girls over at Teeeshit. Strolling the internet the other day I stumbled across this keychain by bag designer of the moment Sophie Hulme.... ...READ MORE
You would be forgiven for not having heard of Private White VC, but this relatively young outerwear brand will soon be more than just an insider tip. Named after label owner James Eden’s great grandfather, a First World War hero, the brand’s history is as interesting as their designs. Based in a factory in Manchester, where all of their products are made, all of Private White VC's materials are sourced... ...READ MORE
Stop the lights! Hold the traffic! Sound the alarm! Approximately a week ago, something truly beautiful happened. My favourite doppelgangers appeared on television. Yep, Mary Kate and Ashley - my twinspirations - partook in a rare interview, and with Ellen no less. The bar was set high with Sophia Grace and Rosie (you remember those tutu clad kids belting out age appropriate versions of Nicki Minaj?), but the Olsen twins... ...READ MORE
Like socks with sandals, visors fall firmly into the offensive fashion category, but low, with SS14 welcoming in all things practical over pretty, it has found itself back into the trendy camp. With all the UV benefits of your factor-something, its the accessory du jour according to DKNY and Marni (above). Here are my top picks if you want a shaded view on fashion this season... [show_shopthepost_widget id="18656"] ...READ MORE
Apologies for my absence online this last week, I have been taking a staycation in and around Stockholm, taking advantage of the double digit temperatures and long days of sunshine. This blog has been a bit heavy on the personal style element of late too, as my summer wardrobe becomes more robust and I acquire new pieces that I look forward to sharing with you. If you prefer to read... ...READ MORE
Regular readers of the blog will be all too familiar with my love of tomboy label Wildfang. Since their launch last year, I have been closely following the meteoric rise to success of co-founders Emma Mcilroy and Julia Parsley. Kitting out ladies with everything from ties to tanks, the brand is perfect for girls who want the aesthetics of menswear in sizes that fit just right. I'm wearing one of their... ...READ MORE
It's not every day that you get to shoot with a professional photographer, but if anyone was going to have me smizing with the best of them it was Victoria Stillwell. Fresh off the boat from New York, I met the Stockholm native at Fashion Week earlier this year and was blown away by her nifty skills with a camera and her infectious lust for life. Over the next week... ...READ MORE
Hey everyone, just a quick note from Stockholm to wish everyone the happiest of Easters! May your bellies be full with chocolate Easter eggs (preferably of the Lindt variety) and may you be surrounded by those you love! I'm wearing shirt by & Other Stories (it's on sale at the moment if interested) and some awesome Wildfox sunglasses that you may have seen doing the rounds at Coachella last weekend... ...READ MORE
There's this super cool girl at an agency I've started freelancing at, she rocks vintage Kenzo trousers and has a pair of THOSE Celine black and gold brogues, and the other day she was wearing the most perfect single ear ring. A stunning pearl perched on the bottom of what looked like a belly button ring in one ear. I sat all through our meeting gawping at the right side... ...READ MORE
Isn't this the most beautiful manspiration? This porcelain faced, well-dressed gent immersed in a vibrant and exotic location has me wanting to a) book a holiday to SE Asia b) buy an ivory coloured suit and sling some marigolds around my neck. I stumbled across these images whilst imbibing my usual morning bout of menswear literature. Today, I was looking for some shots of clean shaven faces rather than my... ...READ MORE
Needless to say, I am counting down the days until the Alexander Wang for H&M launch date, but I am equally awaiting the Mary Katrantzou for adidas collaboration. Launching in November (the same month as AW for H&M) the collection will comprise of both footwear and clothing. Katrantzou told Vogue, "I'm really excited to be working with Adidas on a line of apparel and footwear. I grew up, like so many other... ...READ MORE
I am a wee bit obsessed with drop-crotch pants. The spacious trouser shape should be so wrong, and yet looking like you've pooped your pants has never looked so right. For ages, the crotch-camp has been owned by the Ninja Warriors of the East. You know the ones, Japanese by origin and swathed in layer upon layer of Comme des Garcons fabrics and armed with yet to be released Samsung... ...READ MORE
You know those days that you can't necessarily be bothered? When you want to wear something comfortable, but still look effortlessly cool? Those bleary-eyed Sundays, (and yes, they are usually Sundays) are the days when a love of menswear really comes into its own. These are the Sundays when I most appreciate a slightly looser waistband and unrestrictive pant shape, a flat sole, and a cap to shade my puffy... ...READ MORE
I am seriously crushing on all things Liberty London at the moment. They've got an impressive back catalogue of collaborations, but their recent partnership with ACNE Studios and now Nike has put them firmly in my most coveted camp. For the collaboration, Nike's most popular sneaker styles have been reinvigorated with Liberty's iconic floral prints and canvas panelling - I have a bit of a revulsion for trainers with platforms, but the... ...READ MORE
It's kind of typical really that around the same time that I get a phone the size of my forearm, bags the size of my pinkie simultaneously come into fashion.For a girl who stuffs the contents of her life into the bottomless pit of an oversized backpack on a daily basis (hey, they are on trend too don't cha know!), the teeny, tiny trend feels rather daunting. No jks, I... ...READ MORE
Vogue has sparked a lot of debate of late, mostly around whether or not Kim Kardashian and Kanye West should have graced the cover of the American edition. It seemed like everyone felt the need to comment on whether or not Wintour had finally lost her marbles, and social media became a platform (as it does) for people to defend poor KimYe or blast them for being "Everything that's wrong... ...READ MORE
[caption id="attachment_4380" align="aligncenter" width="650"] Finale at Toni Maticevski: Australia Fashion Week 2014[/caption] I am going to fess up now. I know very, very little about Australian Fashion. In fact, when I was Down Under I'm pretty sure I lived in a uniform of We are Handsome cossies and micro-denim shorts, paying little attention to what else was available for those more fashion forward than I. But of course Ozzies are... ...READ MORE
[caption id="attachment_4353" align="aligncenter" width="317"] Fifi is Head of Design at GANT Rugger[/caption] A few days ago GANT Rugger announced the launch of their debut womenswear line. Yes us girls can abandon scouring the aisles for XS menswear sweaters, and shop the Americana aesthetic in our own size from July - hooray! The lady ensuring that the womenswear line oozes as much cool as its menswear counterpart is Head Designer Filippa Hallstensson, aka... ...READ MORE
I can't help it, but I dislike you a bit right now. Now, don't get me wrong, it's nothing personal, it's just that I am so incredibly jealous of your good fortune. See I am a bit festival crazed, and Coachella's top of my festival bucket list. I was a bit of a late-bloomer to the festival circuit, only having my first taste of one, two years ago. I spent... ...READ MORE
Guten Morgen readers! Today, I would like to introduce you to German fashion label Kilian Kerner. This isn't the first time I've gushed over the Cologne born designer, but its the first time I've featured a look from his diffusion line "Senses". If you sit in a similar age bracket to me, the likelihood is, that the summer months are beginning to fill up with weddings fast. The celebratory season can... ...READ MORE
It is no secret that I am a big fan of menswear label GANT Rugger. The hip, younger brother to GANT combines American sportswear, East Coast prep, and Scandi cool to create a wardrobe that never fails to impress. Real (cool) people are at the heart of this brand, referencing fine food and even finer living as much of their inspiration for collections. I've been buying their XS sweaters and... ...READ MORE