“Autumn is the mellower season, and what we lose in flowers we more than gain in fruits”. Samuel Butler, The Way of All Flesh Fall has finally arrived! As with any new season, it’s always a great time to make a fresh start. There’s nothing like looking ahead to next season for a bit of fashion inspiration. Now is the…
“Contrary to popular belief, English women do not wear tweed nightgowns” Hermione Gingold Tweed was all over the catwalks fall and winter 2017, but are we ready to dress like we just stepped out from the countryside house looking like a stuffy English huntsman or huntswoman? Let’s start with the basics. History The origin of tweed goes back for centuries. Originally…
“Over the years I have learned that what is important in a dress is the woman who is wearing it.” Yves Saint Laurent Pink is back and it has taken over fall 2017 as one of the biggest color trends. Guys it’s no longer the stuff of fluffy and saccharine Barbie girl dreams. This perfect pastel lies somewhere between saturated…
“The joy of dressing is an art.” John Galliano Shimmering fabrics and shiny accessories are all the rage this season. With metallics all around, there’s no need to save your flashy fashion statements until after dark! All you magpies can come out and embrace your love for sparkles! Inspired by runway looks today I’m pairing this gorgeous ‘First & I’ pleated…
“Fashion is very important. It is life-enhancing and, like everything that gives pleasure, it is worth doing well.” Vivienne Westwood From futuristic colours of metallic silver and gold, to tonal brown and pale pink, fashion’s throwing some frivolous, and some revolutionary ideas our way next season which is now just round the corner. There’s nothing to stop you from…
“For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone.” Audrey Hepburn Summer doesn’t technically end until the 22nd of September but I can’t really ignore the ‘carpet’ of yellow and orange leaves in our garden or the bit of a chill…
“Fashion is what you’re offered four times a year by designers. And style is what you choose.” — Lauren Hutton It’s no secret that I love Fall and Winter, mainly because of the Halloween and Christmas celebrations…and that I can (and I do) go totally crazy decorating our house. While it may seem like we’re still getting through the thick…
“Fashion is not necessarily about labels. It’s not about brands. It’s about something else that comes from within you.” Ralph Lauren Trending Stripes and Ruffles While I still love every moment of late summer, I’m really looking forward to fall. The leaves changing colors, the cool breeze, the first shy thoughts of Christmas and for the fashion season… boots, coats…
