There was one slight problem: The colours around the neckline had run when washed by the previous owner. But I didn't much like the boxy shape of the large tee anyway, so chopped off the collar, tidied up the edges et voila.
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Sunday, 17 June 2012
Charity shop salvage - Marni & H&M
A rummage in my local Oxfam this weekend unearthed an exciting find - a piece from Marni's recent collaboration with H&M. This T-shirt wasn't actually for sale at H&M - instead worn by staff wardening the crazy shopping sprees - but I love those instantly recognisable oversized dots so snapped it up for just £1.99.
There was one slight problem: The colours around the neckline had run when washed by the previous owner. But I didn't much like the boxy shape of the large tee anyway, so chopped off the collar, tidied up the edges et voila.
A unique slice of Marni for a couple of quid - you've gotta love charity shops.
There was one slight problem: The colours around the neckline had run when washed by the previous owner. But I didn't much like the boxy shape of the large tee anyway, so chopped off the collar, tidied up the edges et voila.
Sunday, 27 May 2012
How I wore - the Primark car skirt
Another wardrobe premier today - this time with my Primark Prada-inspired car print pleated skirt in the spotlight.
Worn with a sheer silk top from Pyrus London via London Fashion Weekend and Swedish Hasbeens x H&M sandals.
A pleasing example of budget shopping for the win.
Worn with a sheer silk top from Pyrus London via London Fashion Weekend and Swedish Hasbeens x H&M sandals.
A pleasing example of budget shopping for the win.
Tuesday, 24 April 2012
The enchanting world of Monki
One of the shopping highlights of my recent Stockholm trip was visiting the wonderland that is Monki world. H&M-owned Monki is one of Sweden's most exciting trend-led fashion exports, and recently opened it's first UK stand-alone store on Carnaby Street.
Having not yet had the pleasure of visiting the London shop, I was happy to experience the weird and wonderful concept store in its home city and came away suitably enchanted.
The 'Sea of Scallops' design of the outlet I visited boasted merry-go-rounds, mirrored surfaces reflecting the happy pink and yellow colour scheme and items hung at various heights by rope. A grown-up playroom complete with plush Monki characters to collect.
These 'yes', 'no' and 'maybe' hooks in the dressing rooms are just one example of the small details designed to put a smile on your face.
The all-singing-all-dancing brand also produces a rather awesome read, full of interviews with inspirational women, charming illustrations and insights into the intriguing world of Monki.
With an identity so strong, it's easy to see why the company is making such waves in global fashion at the minute, and I haven't even mentioned the clothes yet!
Combining the sleek, structured and simple designs characteristic of Scandinavian style with youthful colour pops and quirky prints, Monki brings something unique to the overcrowded fast-fashion market. And, like H&M, the price point is equally attractive. I picked up this heart print dress for just £15 in the sale and I think my online Monki account will be seeing a whole lot of action this year...
Having not yet had the pleasure of visiting the London shop, I was happy to experience the weird and wonderful concept store in its home city and came away suitably enchanted.
The 'Sea of Scallops' design of the outlet I visited boasted merry-go-rounds, mirrored surfaces reflecting the happy pink and yellow colour scheme and items hung at various heights by rope. A grown-up playroom complete with plush Monki characters to collect.
These 'yes', 'no' and 'maybe' hooks in the dressing rooms are just one example of the small details designed to put a smile on your face.
The all-singing-all-dancing brand also produces a rather awesome read, full of interviews with inspirational women, charming illustrations and insights into the intriguing world of Monki.
With an identity so strong, it's easy to see why the company is making such waves in global fashion at the minute, and I haven't even mentioned the clothes yet!
Combining the sleek, structured and simple designs characteristic of Scandinavian style with youthful colour pops and quirky prints, Monki brings something unique to the overcrowded fast-fashion market. And, like H&M, the price point is equally attractive. I picked up this heart print dress for just £15 in the sale and I think my online Monki account will be seeing a whole lot of action this year...
Sunday, 11 March 2012
Spring fling
Today's charity shop find - H&M floral shirt, £3 from Spiral - is easing me into spring fashion, and is the perfect match for my Models Own pastel nails. The daffodils have also started to peek their heads out from under their protective green hoods - the change must be upon us!
Teenage fashion meets grown-up style
Johnnie b, Boden's teenage collection, is one of those fashion secrets that you feel so excited to stumble across, you want to keep all for yourself. It's not an obvious place for a twenty-something to look for classic, easy-to-wear yet on-trend pieces, but that's exactly what it offers.
As a little style experiment, and because I wanted to take my new Marni x H&M polka dot coat out for a walk, I dressed my Johnnie b anchor jumper and purple ink skinny jeans with pieces that I felt would offer a healthy mix of grown-up style and fashion fun. And I'm pretty pleased with the result.
There's colour, motifs and print here, but all in subtle enough doses not to make me look as though I accidently wandered into the wrong part of the shop. Johnnie b’s sizing is also accommodating for those with the womanly bits many teenagers don’t yet have – this jumper is a large (they go up to XL), and the jeans a 32L. By marketing the range at 10 – 16 year olds, I think they’re missing a trick here, but I’m quite happy to keep this collection as my little style secret.
Coat - Marni x H&M
Jumper - Johnnie b
Jeans - Johnnie b
Satchel - Boden
Boots - vintage from To Be Worn Again
Jumper, jeans and satchel received as review items.
As a little style experiment, and because I wanted to take my new Marni x H&M polka dot coat out for a walk, I dressed my Johnnie b anchor jumper and purple ink skinny jeans with pieces that I felt would offer a healthy mix of grown-up style and fashion fun. And I'm pretty pleased with the result.
There's colour, motifs and print here, but all in subtle enough doses not to make me look as though I accidently wandered into the wrong part of the shop. Johnnie b’s sizing is also accommodating for those with the womanly bits many teenagers don’t yet have – this jumper is a large (they go up to XL), and the jeans a 32L. By marketing the range at 10 – 16 year olds, I think they’re missing a trick here, but I’m quite happy to keep this collection as my little style secret.
Coat - Marni x H&M
Jumper - Johnnie b
Jeans - Johnnie b
Satchel - Boden
Boots - vintage from To Be Worn Again
Jumper, jeans and satchel received as review items.
Wednesday, 4 January 2012
H&M designer collaborations
H&M's press e-mails are full of such joys - beautiful imagery, exciting news and sneek peek videos - that it's hard not to share. Proof that good PR relies on good content. So why resist? Let the sharing commence...
First up, and hot on the heels of Autumn 2011's debut Versace for H&M limited edition collection, is the fashion giant's capsule resort range for the Swedish store. Available exclusively online from 19 January, expect it to sell out within hours, to reappear at triple the price on eBay later that same day.
While I wasn't keen on the autumn's brash baraoque and neon Club Tropicana pieces, this new collection, boasting soft pastels, fun prints and easy-to-wear accessories, seems much more up my street.
But as if that isn't enough, March heralds the much anticipated Marni for H&M clothing and accessories collection, available in around 260 stores worldwide and online from the 8th.
"I wanted to create a true Marni wardrobe by revisiting all our favorite pieces in signature fabrics and prints," says Consuelo Castiglioni, Marni founder and creative director. "As always, I love juxtaposing prints and colours, mixing modern tribal with Bauhaus graphic adding sporty utilitarian elements."
Right, I'm off to set up an online account to save time on style scum days... If you're in, I suggest you do the same.
First up, and hot on the heels of Autumn 2011's debut Versace for H&M limited edition collection, is the fashion giant's capsule resort range for the Swedish store. Available exclusively online from 19 January, expect it to sell out within hours, to reappear at triple the price on eBay later that same day.
While I wasn't keen on the autumn's brash baraoque and neon Club Tropicana pieces, this new collection, boasting soft pastels, fun prints and easy-to-wear accessories, seems much more up my street.
But as if that isn't enough, March heralds the much anticipated Marni for H&M clothing and accessories collection, available in around 260 stores worldwide and online from the 8th.
"I wanted to create a true Marni wardrobe by revisiting all our favorite pieces in signature fabrics and prints," says Consuelo Castiglioni, Marni founder and creative director. "As always, I love juxtaposing prints and colours, mixing modern tribal with Bauhaus graphic adding sporty utilitarian elements."
Right, I'm off to set up an online account to save time on style scum days... If you're in, I suggest you do the same.
Sunday, 16 October 2011
Through a child's eyes
Illustration is becoming an ever more desirable art form online as websites struggle to identify themselves as unique. As well as fashion illustration, such as that showcased at Amelia's Magazine and on blogs such as Canned Fashion, I've also come across some fabulous children's illustration that I thought worthy of a quick share session.
In September, H&M launched a range of children's clothing, All for Children, to raise money for UNICEF's initiative to help some of poorest cotton-growing communities in the world. As well as some super-cute ensembles, the collection includes a picture book telling the tale of Moritz the sheep and friends, created by H&M children's print designer Therese Bruckner and her sister Caroline Bruckner, who wrote the story.
On our summer jaunt to Amsterdam, a very affordable Woolworths-style shop called Hema also offered up charming illustrations in the form of products decorated by artist Fiep Westendorf. I'm sure Jip & Janneke, Westendorf's little boy and girl characters, and Pim & Pom, a pair of cats, are much-loved by Dutch children.
And finally, a children's illustrator a little closer to home - I recently visited Catherine Grimaldi's flat to do a shoot for the vintage interiors book I'm creating with Mat from Southern Retro, and not only marvelled at Catherine's impressive Snoopy collection, but her own art work. This piece is from her book 'It's Raining'.
In September, H&M launched a range of children's clothing, All for Children, to raise money for UNICEF's initiative to help some of poorest cotton-growing communities in the world. As well as some super-cute ensembles, the collection includes a picture book telling the tale of Moritz the sheep and friends, created by H&M children's print designer Therese Bruckner and her sister Caroline Bruckner, who wrote the story.
On our summer jaunt to Amsterdam, a very affordable Woolworths-style shop called Hema also offered up charming illustrations in the form of products decorated by artist Fiep Westendorf. I'm sure Jip & Janneke, Westendorf's little boy and girl characters, and Pim & Pom, a pair of cats, are much-loved by Dutch children.
And finally, a children's illustrator a little closer to home - I recently visited Catherine Grimaldi's flat to do a shoot for the vintage interiors book I'm creating with Mat from Southern Retro, and not only marvelled at Catherine's impressive Snoopy collection, but her own art work. This piece is from her book 'It's Raining'.
Saturday, 24 September 2011
Midi to maxi
There's no better time to bring out those midi and maxi dresses and skirts than on a summer holiday abroad, when wind and rain are less likely to ruin that Seventies glamour-puss look. So, making the most of the weather, I wore little else on my recent jaunt to Turkey.
Midi and maxi lengths are perfect for that late twenties-mid-thirties age range, which means these pieces will no doubt become holiday staples for years to come. Curve-skimming and pin-covering, they're also pretty handy if you want to over-indulge or hide any embarrassing sunburn.
Dress - Primark, clog sandals - Swedish Hasbeens x H&M
Ribbed top - Primark, floral skirt - vintage via Etsy.com, tan sandals - Clarks
Maxi dress - Fashion Against Aids at H&M, black flats - Terra Plana
Midi and maxi lengths are perfect for that late twenties-mid-thirties age range, which means these pieces will no doubt become holiday staples for years to come. Curve-skimming and pin-covering, they're also pretty handy if you want to over-indulge or hide any embarrassing sunburn.
Dress - Primark, clog sandals - Swedish Hasbeens x H&M
Ribbed top - Primark, floral skirt - vintage via Etsy.com, tan sandals - Clarks
Maxi dress - Fashion Against Aids at H&M, black flats - Terra Plana
Friday, 19 November 2010
Urban Outfitters opens in Brighton
After months of shielded building works, Churchill Square's old Borders store opened up as Brighton's first Urban Outfitters today. And it's well worth the wait.
The layout and offering of the huge upstairs women's section makes next door's H&M, and all of the other high-street chain shops in Brighton, look shabby and tired by comparison.
Boutique collections, a vintage section and homewares, books and gifts (check out this mini sewing machine) are presented as if in an eclectic designer bazaar, brought together by those with apparent excellent taste.
The dressing rooms are equally grown-up and spacious, and I spent an enjoyable ten minutes trying on some of the cutest Peter Pan collar pieces.
Left to right: t.b.a velvet antique collar dress, £150, Pins and Needles velvet collar blouse, £45, Cooperative school boy blouse, £42.
The shirt in the middle (currently sold out online) is so soft and versatile that it was swiftly added to my Christmas/January sales/whenever I have the money hit-list.
And to go with the 1960s/school-boy look I spotted some stunning box bags and satchels, such as the metal handle lady bag, flower tooled bag and old school olive satchel.
Of course, Urban Outfitters is that bit more expensive than its high street competitors, but the store experience and the unique pieces are worth saving up for.
The layout and offering of the huge upstairs women's section makes next door's H&M, and all of the other high-street chain shops in Brighton, look shabby and tired by comparison.
Boutique collections, a vintage section and homewares, books and gifts (check out this mini sewing machine) are presented as if in an eclectic designer bazaar, brought together by those with apparent excellent taste.
The dressing rooms are equally grown-up and spacious, and I spent an enjoyable ten minutes trying on some of the cutest Peter Pan collar pieces.
Left to right: t.b.a velvet antique collar dress, £150, Pins and Needles velvet collar blouse, £45, Cooperative school boy blouse, £42.
The shirt in the middle (currently sold out online) is so soft and versatile that it was swiftly added to my Christmas/January sales/whenever I have the money hit-list.
And to go with the 1960s/school-boy look I spotted some stunning box bags and satchels, such as the metal handle lady bag, flower tooled bag and old school olive satchel.
Of course, Urban Outfitters is that bit more expensive than its high street competitors, but the store experience and the unique pieces are worth saving up for.
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