Fashion + Personal Style Blog

Sunday 29 April 2012

Liberty London for Dr. Martens



Defo my fav from the collection
Pictures from Teen Vogue online
VERY excited about the new collaboration with Liberty London for Dr. Martens, they form an interesting juxtaposition together giving the tough boots a fresh cute new look with the lovely Liberty prints! The theme is known as 'Wild Nature' and I can't wait to get my hands on a piece from the collection!! It hits the stores May 1st 2012 so not long to wait...YAY! Check it out online for more info on the Liberty London website. Not to forget about the fab satchels which also feature the Liberty floral prints...they come in 2 sizes, small and large. Go grab them quick!!....enjoy! <3

Sunday 18 March 2012

WS AW12 Outdoor Photoshoot







Following on from the studio shoot a few weeks ago it was time to head outdoors for Whispering Smith 'Brave Soul' AW12. The shoot took place in Colne, such a lovely location out in the countryside which fitted in great with the heritage look to the collection. I was working with the Menswear range following on from the studio shoot styling the outfits, this proved to be much more of a challenge outdoors! We managed to avoid the rain for the duration of the day and even had abit of sunshine!! Once again we somehow were able to fit in the Menswear and Ladieswear collections alongside each other finishing in one day....looking fab!! Here's a few sneaky pics from behind the scenes....enjoy! <3

Wednesday 14 March 2012

WS AW12 Studio Shoot




The Whispering Smith Brave Soul AW12 shoot took place at our head office studio in Manchester. I was working alongside the mens and ladieswear but actually styled all the outfits for menswear, which involved quite a lot of pre-planning and lots and lots of clothes!! Next we will be shooting outdoors so keep an eye out for a few sneaky pics on my next post.

Sunday 11 March 2012

Marni for H&M







Pictures from Marie Claire <3
Exciting times as Marni's new SS12 collection for H&M hit the stores and online on Thursday with all the tell tale elements of a mainstream Marni collection. Bright mix and match colours work together with amazing bold prints. I love the tribal feel along with the chunky jewellery which all looks great layered up together. The illustrations are really cute too and the sequin collars which I think are my favourite out of the accessories! <3 So who managed to get there hands on a piece of this FAB collection?! <3 

K x 

Saturday 25 February 2012

Supporting British Fashion @Topshop

Erdem for Topshop
Holly Fulton for Topshop

Peter Jensen for Topshop

Roksanda Ilincic for Topshop










To Celebrate supporting 10 years of British fashion Topshop have put together a limited edition selection of collaboration t-shirts. £7 from the sale of these will go directly to Centerpoint, a charity dedicated to giving homeless young people a future. Working alongside Newgen which is a fab sponsorship scheme based in London which Topshop is supporting. This scheme helps up and coming designers giving them a chance to get time with mentors, including advice and info into making and selling clothes for top stores worldwide. Designers in the collaborations so far include...Jonathan Saunders, Emma Cook, Mary Katrantzou, Michael Van Der Ham, Meadham Kirchoff, Gareth Pugh and many more including my favourite...Erdem!!

Check out a few pictures above of the Erdem t-shirt I managed to get my hands on :) Along with a few of my faves seen in the Topshop magazine at Topshop online. These little beauties are in store now...so go grab one fast!! <3

Wednesday 22 February 2012

Mary Katrantzou #LFW





Pics from www.style.it.com
Love, love, LOVE this fab AW12 collection by Mary Katrantzou which made an appearance yesterday at London Fashion Week. The eye-catching bold over-sized prints and colour blocking draws you in with an abstract feel, moving on from her previous season. I love the mix of tough looking structured pieces along with the softer flowing silks and chiffons. Check the LFW webiste for more info/catwalk videos.
 Already looking forward to the next collection! <3 

Mary Karantzou For Topshop

Mary Karantzou for Topshop Tote Bag



Pics from Topshops blog Insideout
After supporting emerging designers for the past 10 years Topshop has seen another exciting collaboration this time with Mary Karantzou who has already amazed the crowds of LFW.
 This nine-piece capsule collection for Topshop came into stores on Friday (17th) and was NOT to be missed. Inspired by English country gardens, full of bright colours and bold prints not to mention the amazing silhouettes!! With prices starting from £60 this fab collection didn't last long...only the scarfs are left online at Topshop <3 I only managed to get my hands on one of the tote bags but this was enough to get a close up of the FAB prints....LOVE! <3 

Saturday 11 February 2012

Spring Fashion Show Manchester

This was the third annual 'Spring Fashion Show' held at the Pitcher & Piano...Deansgate Locks Manchester. Giving the chance for up and coming designers/models/make up artists etc to make themselves known. A great opportunity for emerging talent across Manchester. The Spring Fashion Show was started by producer and designer Victoria Rosso, who also produces the successful 'End of Summer Fashion Show' in Leeds...may have to get some tickets for this one too!! The designers nominated include...

HUXTON
I love that this collection came together through friendship...two friends working together to create 'laid-back luxurious style' It has a great bohemian feel about it, mixed with the bright prints giving a bold edge. www.huxton.co.uk



KELLY BULL
With a message of 'You Can't Control me' it's defo one to push some boundaries. With garments made from liquid latex...a powerful statement collection. www.kellybullfashion.co.uk


CROSS CULTURE FASHION
A collection based on 'African and Japanese inspired themes with an eclectic mix of styles' Colourful prints/graphics along with a modern urban look. www.crossculture-fashion.com

LAUREN WROE
A graduate from Northumbria University with a collection inspired by the fourties and fifties. Using a 'zero-waste' concept to pattern cutting...love this collection! <3  www.artsthread.com/laurenwroe

PRETTY DISTURBIA
'50's ladylike charm, a sinister gothic twist with sultry burlesque styling and kitch glamour to create a unique, directional style. To be disturbing...but oh so pretty' They also sell popular meswear range Bang Bang Scribble. www.prettydisturbia.com


VICTORIA ROSSO
Vintage prints and sixties influences...tea dresses, high waisted shorts and sun-dresses. I love this collection! <3 www.victoriarosso.com



CRYSTAL PADMORE
The 'Spring Fashion Show 2012' WINNER!! An ethical fashion brand specializing in sustainable women's wear. Creating on off hand crafted knits...LOVE the bags!! www.crystalpadmore.co.uk


THOM NEAL 
A heritage menswear collection with tweeds, faux fur coats, checks and bold colours. www.thomneal.co.uk

 RIANNA PHILLIPS
After graduating from Textile Design for Fashion at Manchester School of Art Rianna went on to expand her final year work specialising in digital printing and embellishments also bringing more accessories into the range. The collection includes fab hand dyed and digitally printed fabrics embellished with studs and swarovski crystals. Love love!! <3 www.etsy.com/RiannaPhillips www.appliquefashion.blogspot.com






Fab night with true talent from Manchester's independent emerging designers. For more info check out www.springfashionshow.co.uk 

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