Favourite stalls at Portobello market

Hi guys,

Today I'm sharing some pictures from one of the best second hand shoe shops in London, based on Portobello Road.
It all started as a stall on the market and then it became a lovely shop called 'Boots, boots, boots'.
I've met Claudia many years ago at her local stall at the market on Fridays, she's always been so lovely that when I started the blog the first person I wanted to talk about, was her. So, I took some pictures and wrote the very first feature of 'Fridays @ Portobello' about her boots stall. With an array of very well selected vintage shoes, Claudia always had one the busiest stalls of the market and she's always managed to have some fantastic new stock every week, therefore it's not a surprise that her stall and shop has many devotees like me.


'Boots, boots' boots' was born a couple of years ago at the iconic address
282 Portobello Road and it's open during the week, which makes easier for anyone who wants to visit the shop. Apart from shoes, you will also find some cool vintage clothing and accessories.
Oh, by the way I have spotted a few celebrities there on the weekdays too. If you are in London a visit to this place is a total MUST! Make sure to make a note of it.

See you soon.
x

Shimmers Fashion & Lifestyle Exhibition

Wedding dress fashion show in Taipei

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My Favorite Fashion Trend- Wedges!

As much as I love boots and my favorite shearling lined Juicy Couture clogs there are few things that give me as much joy as putting on a casual dress and a pair of strappy, summery, wedges for the first time every summer. My current obsession is a pair of Steve Maddens with cork heels, black patent leather straps, and silver and gold studs. My favorite thing about wedges is how versatile they are, they go with summer dresses, jeans, and even a carefully selected pair of shorts. Not only that, they're basically high heels for beginners and add  dressiness to even the most comfortable and casual outfits.

Hope you have an amazing summer!
Jamie

Loungerie

As I was looking around the internet and my magazines, I noticed something that has been obvious, but I never really realized had a name. It's called "loungerie." It sounds weird and slightly scandalous, but I'm starting to see it everywhere, both muted and obvious, and I kind of love it!

One website called loungerie the style that's super girly, ruffly, soft, and sweet with the obvious style of lingerie. Of course, we aren't going to go run outside in our bras and underwear, but I like the idea of incorporating the similar themes into actual clothing. Plus, having pretty under-stuff makes you feel great, am I right?

Loungerie is most well known for it's silky smooth fabric, blousey, lacy, and thin traits. These pieces can be anywhere from tiny bralette tops, to lacy shorts and skirts, to entire outfits and dresses, that all have those little things that remind us of lingerie. They're comfortable looking and feeling, very feminine, sexy, and much classier than letting your bra show to get that little effect!

I would even go as far as classifying the sheer summery shirts and dresses as part of the loungerie category, although some could be a stretch. Either way, loungerie or not, I love the look!

Take a look at some of these loungerie pieces!

You're Beautiful!

Ashley Rae

Kazakhstan Fashion Week 2011

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Bridal Couture Week

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Kazakhstan Fashion Week drops curtain

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Trend- Yellow nail varnish

Hi guys,

With Chanel on the lead once again, the yellow nail varnish trend seems to be strong for the Summer. The first yellow attempt from Chanel was part of a special collection. The varnish was called L.A. sunshine, you still can buy it via Amazon but I suppose it didn't take off massively because I don't think it was an international release as Mimosa, which has been yet again another success from the French house.

If Chanel is too much for your budget, there are many options to chose from. Here is a selection of my favourites.

Yellow and not mellow! I shall try.

See you soon.
x

A forgotten gift

Hi guys,


What a sunny, beautiful and hot day it has been. I went for a quick stroll down the Portobello market, which was reasonably quiet. Easter weekend is one of times of the year that a lot of people leave London, and sometimes is the best time to shop and have a good look around.

As I was getting ready, I was very much delighted for coming across this little bag, just what I was looking for and I found it right on my bag 'box'! My mum gave me this one a couple of years back and I had completely forgotten about it. It's just such an easy little bag, made of suede and leather with the perfect size for my sunnies case, wallet, phone and keys.


A basic black dress is always present on my Summer wardrobe, by the way I have just got a new maxi dress from Zara, which I will show you soon...


Dress: From Gap -found on a second hand shop, Hat and Belt: Jigsaw, Rings: H&M, Shoes: Clarks, Sunglasses: Chanel, Bag: from Brazil.

See you soon.
x

Fashion Fit For a Future Queen

In honor of next week's royal wedding, I decided to dedicate this week's blog to the one and only Kate Middleton. Not only will Kate become princess, and future queen, of England next Sunday, but she also has a great personal sense of fashion. Kate's taste is just the type of fashion I love: classic, elegant and feminine. At every event she attends, Kate never fails to dress to impress.

I especially look forward to tuning into the wedding next Sunday to see Kate's entire bridal look: dress, hair, veil, jewelry and all. With such pinpoint fashion sense, I'm sure it will make fashion history!

Here are some of my favorite looks from Kate Middleton:

Erin

The Rising Price of Fashion

Hey everyone!
I'm am sure many of you have noticed that many well known and popular brands have been steadily raising their prices over the past couple of years. J.Crew has raised the prices of many of their cardigans and pants. Several of their cargo and twill pants have gone up $10 in price. Originally priced at 79.50, the Minnie twill pant now sells for 89.50. Gap is starting to market to high-end consumers also, with less sales and more of their clothes selling at high prices. Cardigans at Gap are priced upwards of $60... at Gap! Really?? If any of you have gone to J.Crew stores in New York City, you probably have seen their trench coats and cocktail dresses that are priced at an astonishing $800-$2000 dollars. These are clothes being sold at chain stores, not designer boutiques. It's interesting that with America still recovering from the recession and the high unemployment rate, companies are still able to profit with these outrageous prices. For those fashion savvy yet budget controlled people out there, the best plan is to keep a steady eye on the sale racks because it doesn't look like these prices are coming down anytime soon.

                          This sweater from Gap: $64.95

J.Crew top: $198 (mind you it is currently sold out so you will have to wait)
           and for $298 you can have this mustard sequined zip up! ...

Don't get me wrong, some stuff at J.Crew is fabulous and I am a big fan of many of their clothes, but I wouldn't spend even $20 for a sweater like the one above.


 As always,
Newlin

YSL Goes Green

The powerhouse designers at Yves Saint Laurent, commonly referred to as YSL have given women all over the world an even greater excuse to purchase the new, limited-edition Muse Two bag which is made from recyclable materials and helps global woman's issues. Fashionable and charitable? Sounds like a match made in heaven to me. Not to mention, sustainability is always a powerful fashion statement no matter what the cause or design.

This chic bag combines two great causes in one: sustainable development and design, and global women's issues. The limited-edition Muse Two is made of recycled plastic bags and woven cotton—a textile designed by the Women of Gafreh Association, which helps to promote and maintain the artistic and social values of women around the world. Each bag is then uniquely hand-produced by women from the Burkina Faso region of South Africa who have mastered the art of turning plastic into fabric

There were only 60 of these bags produced and all of them are unique. I love the texture that the materials give the bag, it adds a layer of lightness to the overall luxurious bag. The bag can be found online and at flagship stores in the U.S. and the U.K. The bag is priced at $1,720.

XO, Haley Buntrock

Nuclear Wintour

"You either know fashion or you dont."- Anna Wintour

Through her years of editing Anna Wintour has gained a strong reputation. She is said to be one of the most powerful women in the fashion industry, and I could not disagree. I love the way she rose to the top. But her influence does not just affect the world of fashion, she uses the power of persuasion and her high level of intelligence to affect other prominent figures in the world. Her salary is reported to be $2 million a year, insane!!! But she completely deserves it! 

My only complaint about Anna Wintour is her choice of pro-fur! She has been attacked many times for her stance on the issue and for putting fur into the magazine. 

I recently found this really cool video on her at Bloomberg. They featured her in an episode of their Bloomberg Game Changers and really showed just how amazing and powerful of a woman she is. Here is the video:

Until next time,

Haha just kidding . . . Cortney Kaminski :)

Dita von Teese at Coachella

Hi guys,

I'm posting today some pictures from the fabulous and ever so inspiring Dita von Teese.
Every year she attends to the festival looking glamorous, wearing playful outfits in vintage style. Wearing simple but beautiful accessories to compliment her looks, she looks amazing at all times.


Chanel bag and a Moschino jacket with red cat eye sunglasses. Her nails red and gold are matching the top's detail perfectly and her hair is just an easy bun on top but still remains quite 50's pin up style.

In a Dior playsuit with a sailor hat. (My favourite look ♥)


This patchwork playsuit is gorgeous and her sunglasses are also matching it. Throughout the days she worn a pair of espadrilles which are stylish and comfortable.

See you soon.
x

COACHELLA HITS AND MISSES

At most camping festivals, fashion is not at the top of anyone's priority list. Coachella, easily the most commercialized, celebrity-filled festival in the world, obviously proved different. In preparation for Coachella, I spent an hour picking accessories for my various outfits, even painting my nails in true Coachella fashion.

Summer Hair

I have a LOT of hair. Its curly, long and frankly very Hermione-ish. Which is why in the summer I like to get it up and out of my face and off my neck. Headbands are a must for this spring/summer. Bright colorful ones, little sparkly ones and colorful scarves all protect your hair while keeping you cool!. If you have bangs like I do, the side braid is very popular and helpful! Side buns and side braids are great options as well as the classic ponytail. Dress you braid or ponytail up with a ribbon or a bright summer flower! Whatever  you do, remember that your hair can get sun damaged so look for products that have spf in them for you hair!

XOXO,

Brittany

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