Grammy Awards 2015

The Grammys is a clear focal point the fashion calendar, and an event which the big question is uttered a thousand times in one night 'who are you wearing?'. And as per usual there were some bold fashion statements (some possibly a bit too bold). So here's a list of my best and worst outfit's of the 2015 Grammys....

Best:

This beautifully detailed dress goes hand-in-hand with Katy's new bright hair style, complimenting each other perfectly.

Worst: 

Although similar dress designs have managed to look elegant in the past Rita's new hair with the choice of shiny material is all wrong!

Best: 

A bit more risqué on the cut out placements, but with the natural makeup and simple hair style this is a definite best of the night! And lets be honest, we've seen her in far less...

Worst:

Need I say more.

Best: 

Many have critiqued Iggy's choice of hair, but paired with this gorgeous dress she looks like a Greek Goddess. 

Worst: 

Many love this, but I for one can't get the image of a early 90s Barbie doll out of my head.

Best: 

Yes jess! Simple but effective. 

Worst: 

I feel Kim is getting ready for a boxing match or a spa weekend.

Best: 

Although in previous years Nikki has produced some of the boldest looks, this year she has chosen to go for something a bit more graceful that hugs her beautiful curves.

Worst: 

I really just don't understand any of this, maybe thats the point?

Thanks for reading!

K.

London Fashion Week 2014

So as you know, over the summer I spent 3 months working as a web intern for House of Holland, and my god what an experience it was! This was my first time interning in the world of fashion and unless you've done it yourself, you definitely have no idea what is in store for you. Blood, sweat and tears is a saying that comes to mind. All the hard worked paid off in the end! I was lucky enough to be able to watch the SS15 show at London Fashion week!
Here are a few of the pics that I managed to take ... 

I learnt loads and had a blast along the way, making friendships with people i'm certain I will stay in touch with for years to come. 

And yes, when I left I got a few goodies from the stock room .. take a look - 

K. 

Socks and Sandals: Do's and Don'ts

So after much deliberation I have come to the conclusion that yes, socks and sandals are now acceptable in day to day fashion. BUT, there are still many rules that you must follow for it to be fashion forward thinking rather than old grandpa chic.

1- These sandals must be either, A- Sliders or B- Dollys

2- These can't be any plain jane socks. These socks can either be sports wear, those that accompany your typical Nike/Addidas sliders, crazy design socks e.g those with chips or cosmos covering them, frilly socks- yes those socks you used to wear when you were 5 are back in fashion and even I, a 19 year old girl have been wearing them, and it's acceptable ! I tend to pair these pastel frilly socks with my white dolly sandals, but can often be paired with plain coloured trainers.

3- Please DO NOT WEAR SOCKS WITH FLIP FLOPS, this is definitely not a good look. Whilst commuting into London every day for my internship there was one lady who continued to ignore this rule and without fail wore socks with flip flops every day. Hats off to her in that she honestly didn't care, but it was not a favourite outfit choice of mine.

4- Wear your socks sandals look with confidence. One thing that nobody can deny is that when you look confident in an outfit, others accept and appreciate your fashion choice a lot more than if they have seen a shy person who is questioning their outfit choice.

K.

The Glamour Of Italian Fashion

If you read my previous post on 'Wedding Dresses 1774-2014', you'll know that I was sent out to research exhibitions at the V&A for my fashion internship. I was lucky enough to be sent to the amazing 'The Glamour Of Italian Fashion. I had such an amazing day, walking round the beautiful museum and viewing some of the most stunning fashion in the industry.

The exhibition observes the development of Italian fashion from World War II through to the present day. It displays a long line up of designers from Sorelle Fontana and Giovanni Battista Giorgini to Giorgio Armani and Moschino. When walking around you really begin to appreciate the great quality of italian fashion, although this is seen as a typical cliche, it is one thing that particularly stands out.

The exhibit was set out into 5 rooms, each in chronological order of time period. The first from 1774, this displayed women’s wartime day suits. The government used this fashion to help them through the hard time and construct a sense of nationhood. 

The second showing the garments made after the war, the 'Return to luxury', specifically showing beautiful and colourful ball gowns.

 The third focused on the 1950s and 60s. It showed the influence from Hollywood, lots of glitz and glam, and displayed actors and actresses outfits from the period, such as Audrey Hepburn’s gown from ‘Love in the Afternoon’. 

The fourth room was the 'now', exhibiting modern designers and some of their current seasonal garments. 

And finally, the fifth room, 'The Future'. This room projected video interviews with known names of Italian fashion, discussing what they believe makes Italian fashion unique and what is in store for the future.

The  exhibition makes you appreciate the influence of Italian fashion worldwide and the beauty and quality of their garments.

K.