New season chic at OMG Fashion.

On Friday, I had the exciting opportunity to attend the A/W shoot for online fashion retailer, OMG Fashion. I was invited as a guest blogger to preview the collection and style some of the product shots.

It was such a great experience. It was a little more fast paced than the creative shoots I have normally worked on as a stylist, as there was oh so many pieces to shoot, It was however no less fun. 

The online retailer definitely has some fabulous autumn pieces coming to you soon. From cosy knits to super sparkly party dresses. The clothes are fun and stylish and also super affordable too.

My favourite 3 pieces from the day of the shoot have already gone on sale.

Leather is the new denim. 

I absolutely need one of these super sexy leather look dresses in my life. Such a stunning dress and a steal at only £12.00. That's my next Saturday night out dress sorted, with loads of extra cash left over to treat myself to some super duper shoes too.

Amber off the shoulder wet look dress. 

Shop the look here -  http://www.omgfashion.com/shop/amber-off-the-shoulder-wet-look-midi-dress

Cali-grunge girl.

By now you all know that I am a huge fan of the AW13 Saint Laurent collection. Here is OMG fashion's piece for the grunge girls..

Team this midi length tartan dress, only £14.00, with a leather jacket or baggy denim shirt and shoes that stomp with attitude and you will be rocking Slimane's mood in style.

Adelle tartan long sleeve midi dress.

Shop the look here - http://www.omgfashion.com/shop/adelle-tartan-long-sleeved-midi-dress

Get cosy.

As we have all heard, temperatures are set to plummet quickly this year, and snow is expected as early as October. 

Do not fear there is no need to make do with your older uglier knits. OMG Fashion already have some super gorgeous

"Best of British' themed knits including this gorgeous bunny knit at £14.00. Team with a furry head and and some staple thermal

 legs and you will soon warm up to the idea of a stylishly long winter.

Amber Lee knitted rabbit Jumper.

Shop the look here - http://www.omgfashion.com/shop/amber-lee-knitted-rabbit-jumper

These inexpensive pieces are proof that anyone can carry off the chic designer looks no matter what their budget. 

The prices do not reflect the quality....All pieces are well constructed and look fabulous on and off the hanger. 

In the words of Mr. Lagerfield himself "There is good clothing design at any level today."

OMG fashion also has lots of sparkly party dresses due to arrive online just in time for the party season. You are in for a treat ladies. 

I had such a great day with the girls at OMG Fashion and I will definitely be blogging more from the retailer over the coming months.

You Can't Sit With Us.

Well it was only a matter of time until I wrote this blog. Vogue UK announced it a while back, and it had me smiling from that moment. The surprise colour of the Autumn/Winter season (and the colour for any season as far as I am concerned) is that oh so ultra feminine shade of.....PINK!!! And its not just for the mean girls, It's time for us all to get pretty. So lets get all rose tinted girls...bin the burnt orange and banish the blacks and burgundies. And no, there is definitely no excuse for brown this year. This is not Hello Kitty and Katie Price mind, pink is all grown up.Take a look...

The designers have spoilt us rotten with this colour trend. We finally have it all. Candy floss cute, dirty pastels, deep rose and bright fuscias. And following suit, pink has burst on to the high street in an array of shades too......

 So its time to re-think pink, offset the stark palette which the main trends of this season offer us and brighten up those dull days. Make the boys wink in delicate pretty tones or knock 'em dead in candy coloured block pink. 

Here are my high street faves...

Fluffy Tee, £24.00. Topshop.

Double Layered Pencil Skirt, £22.00. River Island.

Ornate Pink Tights, £10.00. Toshop.

Fluffy Blush Bolero Jacket, £120.00. Miss Selfridge.

Pink Leather Gladiator Shoe, £72.00. Topshop.

Pink Pencil Skirt with 3D Detail, £25.00. River Island.

Pink Fluffy Mini Skirt, £32.00. Topshop.

Hype it Beanie, £10.00. River Island.

Velvet Tartan Dress, £32.00. River Island.

Banish the winter blues with pinks this year.

Lets throw a pink party and celebrate!x

Fun Fur: Are you fur it or against it?

After last years never ending winter, the top designers have taken heed and this years fabric of the season is fur!

We are all certain to be wrapped up in style during any pro-longed cold spells this season. Fur graced the AW14 shows with magical prowess. There is something instantly glamorous about a lady in a fur stole. It takes us back to old Hollywood. This year fluffy pieces came floating down the runway in all the pastel shades of the rainbow, in deeper sensual hues, Arctic snow furs and forever your friend blacks. But this time the trend was all about having fun with fashion. Say goodbye to your ugly duffle coat and say hello to new age glamour..enter the future with some fun fur.

See my take on the fun fur trend above. Modelled by the beautiful Ksenija. A creative collaboration piece. Photography - Aga Debiec. Hair and make up - Suzanne Wells. Styling - Sian Louise Vance.

According to the critics this trend is all about "Energy, fun and Englishness!" Each designer has given their fur pieces a different updated identity this season. Old fashioned femininity has been brought forward. There is such a huge variety of soft to the touch garments to choose from including coats, skirts, boleros, handbags and even dresses.

Here is a rundown on how the designers have done fur...take some inspiration on how to wear yours and look out for the high street versions hitting the shops over the next few months.

Have some fluffy fun with intarsia Knits at Topshop unique.

It's all about kitschy witchy-ness at Roskanda Ilincic.

Say feminine with feathers at Dries Van Noten.

Blur the lines with strength and fragility at Aider Hackerman.

Roll in a ferrago of fun fur with Fendi.

Channel a cinematic femme fatale with Sensuality and tactility at Loewe.

I know that some people may be almost violently opposed to wearing fur...most of the designer fabrics are now manmade. I hope not to offend anyone with this trend report.

Would you rather go naked than wear fur? If the answer is yes....you don't need to miss out on this trend.....fake it. Have fun.x

Smells Like Teen Spirit: The High Street Edit.

Go grunge and get the Saint Laurent look on the high street. 

There really are no rules...just a few style staples. Throw oversized chequered shirts with florals and leathers. Match tartan dresses with sheer legs or cut out crops. Don't forget to choose footwear with attitude and you are good to go.

Here are my favourite high street pieces of the moment....

Floral Mesh Tu-Tu Dress, £45.00, Miss Selfridge 

Chequered Heart Embroided Shirt, £32.00, Topshop.

Handbag, £60.00, Topshop. 

Ankle Chelsea Shoe Boots, £30.00, Boohoo.com.

Go back to school in style with this trend.

Secret Rebel High Tops, £27.90, Forever 21

Purple Tartan Dress, £25.00, Chelsea Girl @ River Island.

Red Tartan Bloomer Trousers, £48.00, Topshop.

Jersey Front Waterfall Faux Leather Jacket, £39.99, New Look

Leena Red Tartan Pinifore, £18.00, Boohoo.com.

Black Leather Backpack, £80.00, Topshop.

Caviar Mesh Embroided Leggings, £28.00, Topshop.

Reckless Youth Cropped Tee, £15.00, River Island.

Check Denim Shirt, £25.00, Chelsea Girl @ River Island.

Cut Out Mesh Sleeve Crop Top, £12.00, Boohoo.com.

Vinyl Calf Skater Skirt, £55.00, Topshop.

Black Leather Asymmetric Zipped Skirt, £80.00, Topshop.

Tartan and Perspex Heel, £20.00, Boohoo.com.

Go grunge.......because normal is boring.

Smells like Teen Spirit.

Are you rebel enough???

It's angst, it's energy, its electric, its vigourous...it's divisive and its unsettling. The critics feathers have been truly ruffled. It's the coolest collection of the new season. And definitely my 'mood' of choice. And its already bang on trend!!!! Its ALL OVER the high street and in every online retailers weekly newsletter. 

Lets all stop for a minute, take a deep breath and salute Saint Slimane. The Autumn/Winter collection from the refreshed 'Saint Laurent' brand (yes thats no longer preceded with the Yves) has caused a seismic shift in the industry, according to Dazed and Confused. It is wonderful.

Slimane's girl is youthful and she stomps with mighty fine attitude. She is invincible. Welcome, ladies and gentleman to the new age of Cali Grunge.....Someone call Courtney Love and thank her for inspiring yet another outstanding fashion collection.

I absolutely love this trend. This look is fashions way of reflecting a moment in time to perfection. Slimane is mirroring a world of angry un-inspired youths through his clothes. It's immense. We live in a world of recession, political unrest and mass unemployment. And don't we just love a good old fashion collection to reminds us of that. 

Are you cool enough?? The high street pieces are to follow.....x

The show must go on: AW13 trend report.

The temperatures are cooling and the days are getting shorter. The season is about to change and its time to go back to school. Forget those dreams of long sandy beaches and that all too short lived summer romance. Embrace the arrival of the longer, darker evenings and see nothing but beauty as the leaves fall as though they are falling in love with the ground. Put your faith in gothic heartbreak and functional style. Make the grade and stay top of the style class this season.....know the new trends now!!!!!

According to Elle Collections not only do we invest in new trends this year we take on a whole new 'mood'. What a beautiful thought. Here's a short break-down of the new moods..... The blogs will follow....

Dark Romance

Rebel 

 

Style meets function

Too Cool for School

Fun Fur

Feminine/Masculine

Lady lady

"I am so glad we live in a world where there are Octobers!"

 A toast to the new season....celebrate the person you really want to be this Autumn.....

A round of applause for AW13. Bravo!

I Want Candy.

We all crave something sweet every now and then. The latest candy inspired collection from Topshop is the ultimate sugar rush for those that love fun fashion. I want every single piece in my wardrobe right away...especially the spotted jeans......

Indulge now. Have fun. Be happy x