New blog!

Check out my new blog Poisoned Arts for more fashion tips and styling ideas!
http://www.poisonedarts.co.uk/

I DO Like Mondays!

Now you may have guessed I like a bit of the ol' online shopping. My husband would consider it an addiction but that's another story. Well the other day I found another amazing store to add to my ever-growing list. I Don't Like Mondays is a cool new online boutique that has some of my favourite brands - Cheap Monday, Obesity and Speed etc - and many others which I have now fallen in love with! My particular fav's are Something Else with their Wolf Moon Tee, and Stolen Girlfriends Club Nude Tee is both hilarious and pure genius!

Another winner is their Gallery section, which showcases and sells one-of-a-kind pieces by designers and is definitely the place to go if you want something unique and edgy. Now where did I put my credit card..?!

Poisoned Arts

Here are some designs my husband and I worked on for our new design collaboration Poisoned Arts. We're hoping to get these on t shirts and cards and set up an online shop so if you like the style, keep checking back for details!

Kinky Boots

Here are some of my fav gladiator-esque shoes - wear with pretty summer dresses to toughen up any outfit.

From top to bottom:
YSL
Givenchy
Jeffrey Campbell
Dolce Vita
Candela
Oak
Acne Jeans

Winter Wonderland

Now that it's well and truly winter, all I seem to want to wear is dark, gothic-inspired clothes. Gone are the bright colours and floaty fabrics, in their place...black, black and more black! But wearing head-to-toe black can get a little boring so for me, like the true magpie I am, it has to have a little sparkle...

Xmas Wish List

STOP!...Hammer Pants Time!

These trousers are one of my favourite purchases of all time. I bought them from an H&M sale for £5 about 6 years ago, and I still love them! I've tried on a few similar styles in Zara as I'd love to get another pair in a different colour or fabric, but none have lived up to the originals I'm afraid.

It's a Family Affair

I had to give some post space to my very talented husband James, who has designed some really cool t-shirts. He's always loved illustrating and is hoping he can someday give up his boring day job (his words!) and draw full time. I think he could do it but then I guess I'm a little biased! All his designs are being sold on RedBubble so if you like what you see, then take a look.

Natural Woman

Links
Marni Dress £855
Office Boots £125
Golden Goose Boots £575
Celestina Clutch £980
Halston Boots £1095
Etro Dress £450
Tom Binns Cuff £540

Diamonds Are a Girls Best Friend

What I'm Wearing:
H&M Anorak, Luella T-Shirt, Topshop Mini Skirt, Topshop Knee High Socks, Converse

Boot-aliscious!

Well I got the boots and I love them! They are so comfy and are my perfect winter boot. I'll wear them with bright tights and girly dresses, to punk up an outfit, or like below, with my skinny jeans and military cape, for a more masculine look.

What I'm wearing: Primark Cape, H&M Check Shirt, American Apparel Sweatshirt, Cheap Monday Jeans, Mulberry Bag and Dr Marten Pantent Boots.

Next Best Boots

Ok, so the Fendi boots that I posted about last week were a tad out of my price range at £375. Luckily the good people at Browns have come up with the next best thing. These Dr Marten patent boots are a snip at £75 and should be winging their way to me now which is very exciting! As soon as I get them on you'll be the first to know how they compare.

Pretty in Punk

Links
Topshop Trilby
Lanvin T-shirt
Topshop Leather Trousers
Jessica Kagan Cushman
Fendi Boots

Getting Shirty

I'm sorry it's been ages since my last post, I've been working on my online portfolio for the past few weeks and it has taken over my life! It's nearly done though, so I should be able to get some much needed blogging in I hope!

Below is a pic taken by The Style Scout on South Molten Street the other day. She gave me her card so I checked it out, and although I look a bit miserable, I'm loving the quality of the picture...so sharp and clear. Wish my pics could be like this!


Shirt: vintage, Shoes: Topshop, Hat: Miss Selfridge, Bag: Luella, Ring: Topshop, Belt: Urban Outfitters

Lovely Luella

Luella's Autumn/Winter '08 collection will be available at Urban Outfitters stores and online, in the next few weeks, and I will certainly be joining the queues to take a look. Even though I only work a few minutes from the Luella store on Brook Street, I'm not really a fan of visiting designer shops in general. I always feel like I have to wear my best outfit or be on my best behaviour. But at Urban Outfitters I can try on as many things as I like, for as long as I like, and if I don't want to buy anything, I won't be made to feel guilty...hooray!

Perfect Plaids

I seriously can't get enough of plaid at the minute, and looking at Topshop's AW 08 LookBook, neither can they! I haven't seen any of these in the Oxford Circus branch or on their website, but as soon as they make an appearance, they're mine!

Quick, Call The Lawyers!

One Gifted Guy

I absolutely love these from Maison Martin Margiela. Using a gift bow as detailing is such a simple idea, but it makes for some very unusual accessories indeed. The ring is my favourite, and will probably attract admiring, as well as confusing, looks from people. Which makes me love it even more!



Links
Maison Martin Margiela Wallet - £220
Maison Martin Margiela Ring - £125

Time For Neon

I haven't really embraced the whole neon trend, as I think it's best left to "da kids" - if you know what I mean. However, this range from Toy Watch could be about to convert me, with its shockingly bright flouro colours and chunky plastic loveliness. I could be tempted with the Atomic Orange, but knowing that the whole of East London will probably be donning these is enough for me to just say no.

Mirror Mirror On The Wall...

...Who is the fairest of them all? COS that's who! When I saw this in their shop the other day, I almost ran to the till in case anyone tried to grab it from me. Quite Marni-esque I think, and ideal for checking my lippy throughout the day too. What more could a girl ask for?!



Even my cat Iggy likes it!





I'm wearing:
American Apparel Hoodie and Dress, COS Necklace, Topshop Black Treggings and Givenchy Jelly Sandals