Sale Away With Me.

So it's that time of year again. The time of year we mere mortals realise we are part of a different breed of human beings. Different to those we call, SALE SHOPPERS. Who are these people? Where do they come from?

The clock strikes midnight on 25th December. Young children are tucked up in bed dreaming about the wonderful elves who aided their hero Father Christmas in delivering such amazing presents, earlier that day. Adults are in a comatose state on the sofa with a box of Quality Street balancing precariously on the edge of their lap, a party hat fleeing from their head, whilst they drift in and out of consciousness. Well this is how I thought the last minutes of 25th December were spent, anyway.

Apparently not...

Apparently, for those aforementioned creatures they call 'Sale Shoppers', the last minutes of 25th December are spent in the car on the way to the shops. They're spent in queues. These Sale Shoppers stand for hours in the cold, wet and windy conditions of the early hours of 26th December. They mark their territory, like dogs urinating on the trunk of a tree. "I will get those Isabel Marant Suede Ankle Boots", "The 3.1 Phillip Lim Merino Wool Cape will be mine", they mutter to themselves.

Who in their right mind would leave the comfort of their own home, with a fridge full of turkey, cheese and wine? Not me that's for sure. Have these people never heard of online shopping?

Online shopping. Almost probably created by a woman in her pyjama's, sipping on a glass of red with a cheese board in hand. A woman refusing to leave her humble abode on 26th December, just to rugby tackle the Sale Shoppers for the Prada bag she's been eyeing up for months. (I know it wasn't created by said woman, and it probably had something to do with some high flying, suited and booted business man, helping to fund his St. Tropez lifestyle. But that's not the point). Online shopping means we can get our hands on the most wanted pieces without having to cat fight with some deranged, hysterical Boxing Day sale shopper.

Oh twenty-first century, how I do love thee.

Here's what's hot on my Online Sale Wish List, this year;

Whistles Spritzer Shoe Boot

Alexander Wang Silk Georgette Mock Neck Placket Shirt Dress

Alexander Wang Crocodile Leather Clutch

The Kooples Crepe Perfecto

The Kooples Crepe Dress

Topshop x Palladium Pampa Hi Lite Boots

Topshop Knitted Cashmere Joggers

Norse Projects Willum Off White Crew Stripe Sweat

Reebok Workout Plus Vintage

Shoes, Glorious Shoes.

Gianvito Rossi Ankle Boots

In the words of Vanessa Carlton, I'd walk a thousand miles for these gorgeous Gianvito Rossi booties. That's if my swollen ankles fit in said shoes after the long haul slog. 

I seem to have difficulty finding the perfect pair of black ankle boots every winter. I create an image in my head of these shoes sent from heaven, carved by beautiful angels in order to protect my poor tootsies from the devil like winter weather and, surprise surprise, nothing ever seems to come close to what I've been imagining. Until now.

The perfect height, the perfect shape and the perfect infusion of the elastic siding resonant with the 1960's Chelsea boot. 

Now my next problem. Where to find the £680 I need to make these babies mine. I'll keep you posted. 

Rag & Bone holst knitted sweater

T by Alexander Wang leather pants

Chalayan wool-blend coat

                                       

Lanvin rabbit-pompom

                       

Accent Shoes.

Outfit: 

Top - Zara

Shorts - Zara

Heels - Topshop

Necklace - asos

Watch - Burberry

Inspo, yo.

A bad bitch do it like this.

"I like White Stilettos but aren't they a bit 1980's?"

I'm currently pining after a pair of white stilettos. 

I know what you're thinking. Tacky, trashy, 1980's throwbacks. Well actually - according to Alexandra Shulman, editor of British Vogue and Sarah Harris, fashion features editor at Vogue - white stilettos are the new 'it' shoe for autumn 2012. And who are we to argue, huh?

White stilettos were once synonymous with the sort of girls your mum would worry about you hanging around with, worn with mini skirts whilst listening to Madonna in her 'Like a Virgin' years. The stereotypical ‘Essex girl’ then brought the heels into the 21st century, which dare I say it, stained the image of the white stiletto even more so than the 1980's girl; if that was even possible.

Fast-forward a few decades and the white stiletto's image has had a rather magnificent revamp. Spotted all over this years most glamorous runways including Alexander Wang, worn by the most celebrated stars such as SJP and Gwyneth Paltrow and some of the most influential bloggers of our time, The Man Repeller (Leandra Medine) and Miraduma (Miroslava Duma). White stilettos have also been celebrated by influential magazines such as Vogue and Harpers Bazaar in their November issue, giving us even more reason to jump on board this autumn's hottest trend.

White stilettos are back with a vengeance and I'll admit it, I'm completely infatuated. 

My favourites are the Kurt Geiger Elliot Leather Metallic Straight Stilleto Courts seen here. The gold heel gives them just enough glam to sex up the most casual outfit.

I imagine, when I get my hands on a pair, I'll wear the shoes with ripped white washed boyfriend jeans, a black oversized bomber jacket, an oversized white sheer tee and a black clutch bag big enough to fit my kitchen sink in. Well, you can never be too sure...  

Post for USED vintage

Get on board the sports luxe trend seen on the catwalks of Alexander Wang, Isabel Marant and Stella McCartney with this stylish varsity jacket from our online boutique.

Pair with crepe panelled joggers (think go faster stripes), a long sleeved button up blouse and a stiletto heel for a style savvy after work look, or swap the blouse for a cashmere sweater and trade the heels in for some cool ass kicks for a more dressed down weekend outfit.

Find it here. 

Victoria Beckham's ELLE Cover Shoot

 

Debut pictures of Victoria Beckham's cover shoot for Elle magazine with none other than the God of fashion, Mr. Karl Lagerfield. Oh, to be a fly on the wall in that room.

 

It seems every man and his dog has succumbed to Victoria Beckham's charm, with her collections pictured on hordes of A listers including Eva Longoria, Cameron Diaz and Karlie Kloss.

 

So I guess we've all forgotten about Victoria's VB Jeans years then? Don't worry, Vicky. I'm not one to dwell on the past.  

Ellery AW12

I want to introduce to you Kim Ellery’s gorgeous fall collection.
The elite Australian line is sought after by stars such as Madonna, and has featured in magazines such as US Vogue and Harpers Bazarr. Kym Ellery has found her self thrusted into the fashion world, dressing some of the worlds most influential models and celebrities.
It's clear to see from Ellery’s Fall’12 collection, with her basic shapes and feminine silhouettes teamed with androgynous pieces, why she has had and will continue to have such tremendous success in the fashion world.

H x

http://www.elleryland.com/collection-current.html



My post for USED vintage.

One of this season's hottest looks, straight from the AW12 catwalk, is squares. That's right. It's cool to be square.
Seen at Johnathon Saunders and Proenza Schouler amongst others, the geometric print was everywhere.
Used have found a gorgeous vintage, oversized, geometric tshirt for a fraction of the price. Team with clashing printed paisley trousers and heels for the perfect look.
It's time to throw some shapes!

Track of the moment

I'm going to see Disclosure at The Warehouse Project, Manchester in November as well as Annie Mac and Skream to name but a few. Disclosure are blowing my mind with their music at the minute so I thought I'd share one of my favourite tracks of theirs with you.

I can't wait for this to drop at WHP. Turn it up, LOUD!

London Town

Today I am wearing;

Leather Waistcoat - Reiss
(It was a jacket but I cut the sleeves off)

Dress - Cos

Bag - Miu Miu

Shoes - Whistles

Necklace - Topshop

Ring - YSL

Watch - Burberry

Bracelet - Oliver Bonas

Sunglasses - Topshop

Hakaan, AW12 RTW

Hakaan’s Autumn Winter 12 ready-to-wear 90’s inspired collection has completely blown me away. Loose leather trousers, leather biker all in one. Seriously, I am in love. The tough, androgynous feel contrasts with the feminine and futuristic silhouettes to create a chic and stylish go-to collection for the autumn months fast approaching. The bold shoulders, metallic aesthetics and padded quilting highlight Hakaan’s attention to detail and show his desire to celebrate the female body.

The collection focuses more on structure than colour with heavy paneling, zip detailing, pleating and peplum features. The muted tones of black, bronze, khaki, dark wine and metallic blue allow attention on the shapes to come to the forefront. Hakaan cleverly marries the boyish structure of the collection with feathers and silk, symbolising his love for the power and sexuality of women.

For me however, the element of Hakaan’s collection that should be celebrated most is how easy the clothes are to wear. The collection can stand alone, or work alongside other pieces allowing personality and individuality to come to the fore. I for one cannot wait to get my hands on a piece of this collection. I guess I’ll have to get saving.

Hakaan, I salute you. 

H. x