A few snapshots of colour, print and texture from my favourite blogs in order. . .
~ Trop Rouge ~ Angela Scanlon ~ Adeline Rapon ~ Une Armoire Pour Deux ~
Tuesday, 11 October 2011
Wednesday, 5 October 2011
Monday, 3 October 2011
Stick to the Day Job Kanye. . .
Oh God. I am slightly speechless at Kanye West's debut SS12 fashion collection. Now I am a huge fan of Kanye. He makes great music. The originality in his songs and raps are top of the range. However he should really, REALLY stick to making music. Clearly there are hints of his R&B background in his collection, but to me his clothes just look tacky. The fur-lined tops, the low cut cleavage exposing and cut out dresses really showed me how cheap and 90's the collection is. Perhaps his debut line hasn't impressed me as its just not my style. However I do think that if any other designer (even Chanel!) produced this show I would slate it just as much as knowing its the first collection of an aspiring rap star designer- West. See this is where I have a real problem with celebrities. Just because they are loaded with millions, they can branch into any form of popular culture they like. They target every corner of the market and clearly it can be disastrous and disappointing. I may sound harsh, but its just my opinion. If I was to choose (or forced) into picking a favourite (most decent) outfit it would be this:
....which in fairness has a slightly Balmain-esque feel to it. However for me, Kanye should really just stick to the day job! What do you think...??
Images via Vogue.fr
Tuesday, 27 September 2011
Milan Fashion Week Highlight: Jil Sander. . .
Jil Sander has hands down been my favourite designer of the past few seasons. The simple reason: Raf Simmons. The designer has been exhibiting his talent by bringing a fresh approach to the company. He illustrates pieces which are feminine and floaty, with the perfect balance of colour and texture. I love his mix of white pieces teamed with bold patterns or with a slight contrast of pretty pastels in the form of shorts, peg leg trousers and bouncy midi's. He adds an eccentric twist on knits with graphic faces- reminiscent of Piscasso-style faces. Simmons reassures us that 'Ready to Wear' is a term which directly applies to his collection. The summer is definitely bright thanks to Jil Sander.
Image via Vogue.fr
Monday, 26 September 2011
Friday, 16 September 2011
Thursday, 1 September 2011
A Stylist's Approval. . .
These are the boots I have been waiting for. Yes you can always rely on good aul reliable Dunnes to rake out these beauts which are currently being brought out by higher end shops such as Topshop and Zara. Not only did it absolutely make my day finding these darlings there Tuesday morning, but loah & behold who glided straight by me when trying these on but top Irish stylist Cathy O' Connor. Coincidence? I think not! She obviously noticed their amazingness too and declared to me 'great boots aren't they!?' I was well chuffed to say the least! And long story short I bought them at just €22! Turns out Cathy was shopping in Manor Mills (the shopping centre in Maynooth!) for her weekly slot on morning show Ireland AM. It really was a great day! To make this post even better it is my 50th one!! Style really does make you smile! The link is below for Cathy's fashion styling on Ireland AM...
http://www.tv3.ie/videos.php?video=39529&locID=1.65.74&page=2
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