Summer Trends 2016

SUMMER IS HERE! Okay I know it doesn't really look like it outside, but we did have a two-day heat wave last week, its England, how much sun were you expecting?! This post is to share my top 5 wearable Summer 2016 trends from the catwalk to the highstreet...

1. Pleats 

Catwalk

Adam Lippes, Balenciaga, Céline

Highstreet

Boohoo, Asos, Topshop

2. Off-the-Shoulder 

Catwalk

Simone Rocha, Adam Lippes, Alexander McQueen

Highstreet

New Look, Asos, Urban Outfitters

3. Net/Mesh

Catwalk

Acne Studios, Simone Rocha, Alexander McQueen 

Highstreet

Urban Outfitters, Asos, River Island

4. Victoriana 

Catwalk

Erdem, Rodarte, Philosophy de Lorenzo Serafini

Highstreet

Warehouse, Topshop, Asos

5. Nightwear as Daywear 

Catwalk

Calvin Klein Collection, Burberry, Balenziaga 

Highstreet

Urban Outfitters, Asos, Topshop

Hope this give you inspo from this seasons catwalk trends, and helps you to rock the looks in day-to-day life!

K.

Blogging 101

So it's been two years since I started writing for all you beautiful people, and I've learnt a lot since I started back in 2014. For instance, there is often a big different between being an instagram star and being a blogger, although sometimes these can come hand-in-hand. Instagram stars can be the best people at faking a life which they wish they had, or as other people would like to call it, capturing beautiful pictures that enhance the presentation of their lifestyle experiences. Bloggers tend to be slightly more down to earth and know the struggle of writing for a specific audience and the attempts at keeping a audiences attention, whilst also writing about things that they are passionate about. So to celebrate my two years of writing I thought i'd share my blogger 'wisdom', although let's be honest, I haven't made it big and I am still no where near being an expert in the field, i'm still learning and hope to be learning for years to come. So here are some of my top tips for those of you who are maybe interested in writing a blog yourself, or are just curious about how we do it...

 1. Write because you enjoy it. 

2.Write things YOU are interested in, not just things you think an audience will like. 

 3. NEVER write, instagram or post just for the likes, if your hearts not in it, people will know. Many would disagree with me and suggest that you need to post a certain amount of pictures and blog posts, and that you should only ever do it at the prime liking and reading times. I mean this might help, but why function like a company when you're in fact a blog just writing to help readers and for your enjoyment.

4. Show your personality. I got this wrong for quite a long time, I chose to write and post anonymously. I was scared to post photos of myself, I didn't want people judging me from what I look like, and I definitely didn't want to seem vain. Someone once told me that for the reader to truly enjoy your work they need to identify with you and know your personality, and they weren't wrong! 

5. Have fun! If you're having fun this will project through your work, my best work is done when I am content, happy, excited and loving life! 

K.

Dressed for the Job

'Dress for the job you want, not the job you have'

I am a proud believer of dressing however you like and that you should be comfortable in what you're wearing. Unfortunately, many women are under pressure in today's society to dress in a certain way, both socially and in the workplace, this just isn't right. I'm not saying women solely judged by men, because in cases like this the main culprits are often in fact women themselves. Why are we so judgey? Why should we care how somebody else chooses to style their outfit? I take inspiration from the shows season-to-season, but I also believe that everyone has a unique style which in-turn compliments their personality. Use whichever stimulus you'd like, the high-street, the catwalk, other people... If you're confident then you're rocking it! Don't judge others, or you'll be judged back, and we all know we are highly capable of judging back. I've interned for a few publications, and I know there is nothing worse than walking into a room and feeling like everyone in it is staring you down, looking at your clothes and ultimately labelling you just because of an outfit choice, we all have bad days! But if you are looking for some SS16 fashion inso, here are my top picks...

BDG Slouchy Herringbone Button-Down Shirt

http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/uk/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=5110582187602&category=NEW-IN-WOMENS-EU

Just Female Crop Denim Flares

http://www.asos.com/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5983592&CTARef=articlepage|Product3&featureref1=discover&featureref2=women&featureref3=article&featureref4=product3

Topshop Pleat Midi Skirt

http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/clothing-427/skirts-449/petite-pleat-midi-skirt-5412629?bi=20&ps=20

ASOS Shirt Dress with Frill Detail in Stripe

http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Shirt-Dress-with-Frill-Detail-in-Stripe/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6222382&CTARef=asomShopLook&featureref1=discover&featureref2=feature&featureref3=asom&featureref4=product+via+gallery&featureref5=242945

H&M Ankle boots with wooden heels

http://www2.hm.com/en_gb/productpage.0367139001.html

Zara Leather Mule Shoes 

http://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/shoes/view-all/leather-mule-shoes-c719531p3393556.html


K.

Christmas Party Inspo

We are now well into December and if like me you are stressing about presents, money and Christmas festivities, there may be one thing you have overlooked... Christmas party gear! Too much worrying about getting your budget to stretch to Aunt Liv's Yankee Candle, but you haven't even thought of what to wear to the Christmas Work do, or the Boxing Day family get-together? 

Here's a few of my top picks from my go-to brands... 

Scrappy Chainmail Bodycon Dress from Topshop (£45)

ASOS Metallic Leather Skirt With Oversized Pockets (£70)

Karmen Burgundy Suede Heeled Shoes from Urban Outfitters (£75)

Oasis Faux Fur Clutch Bag (£16)

Velvet Bralet and Skirt from Topshop (£102)

ASOS Midi Skirt with Asymmetric Wrap(£45)

Dune Sadie Double Pouch Set in Nude (£20)

ASOS SAY YOU WILL Pointed Heels (£40)

Thanks for reading!

K.

AW15: Trends to Nail

Hope you have all enjoyed a well-deserved Summer break, I know I have! Unfortunately it's back to reality for now, but what better way to hit back than nailing this coming's A/W trends? Here's my pick of this season's major components ...

 Turtle Necks

Victoria Beckham, Topshop, J.W.Anderson

Faux Fur 

Gucci, Burberry, Topshop 

Flares

Adam Lippes, Topshop, Etro

Autumnal Browns 

Etro, Fendi, BCBG Max Azria

Chunky Knits

Victoria Beckham, Topshop, DKNY

Winter Florals 

                                                       Burberry, Erdem, Gucci

All the best

K.

Indy Work Experience

After my first week interning for the fashion desk at The Independent I thought I'd share how my experience has been so far ...

1- Before beginning my experience I was asked to sign a contract of consent which allowed me to refuse any tasks, and also said there may be times where I may not have any jobs to do. 

2- My first day was wonderful! The team which I was working with were very welcoming and eased me into my tasks as I was using a number of programmes which were new to me. 

3- Although I was not paid for this experience it has been worth the forty minute daily commutes into London!

4- I previously considered myself to have a reasonable amount of knowledge about the fashion industry, but have learnt a number of new things through article research and working alongside the team.

5- I have held real responsibility in tasks such as contacting brands PRs for specific duties such as requesting samples, as well as creating schedules for press release dates. 

6- I also assisted a menswear shoot in which I helped with a number of tasks. 

My first week has been great and I hope my second is just as good!

Thanks for reading!

K.

London Fashion Week AW15

So another fashion week has passed and we got to see some amazing talent flaunted on the catwalk, both models and designs. So to celebrate yet another very successful fashion week in London here are a few snaps of my favourite shows and trends...

Burberry

Undoubtedly my favourite show of the week! With a range of beautiful autumnal colours and the distinct use of tassels and suede, what's not to love? 

House of Holland

Not only did they showcase their usual fun, bright and out-there style pieces, but they choose to do it in a unique way using a Travelator!  

Anya Hindmarch 

Anya Hindmarch is always able to take something simple such as cereal and turn it into a fashion trend, and this time the theme its traffic! She showcased her handbags alongside a debut collection of clothing. 

So those were my top 3 pics of February's London Fashion Week!

K.

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.