Archive for August, 2010
designer pick of the week
By admin on August 24th, 2010
It seems ShinyStyle is having a little bit of a shoe day. This morning we bought you the news that Selfridges was launching an exhibition dedicated to Vivienne Westwood’s shoes and now we’ve just been told about a gorgeous new range from Christian Louboutin.
However, if you’re expecting us to bang on about sky-scraper heels, complete with the red patent soles, that Mr Louboutin is best known for, then think again, because this range is all about (shock horror) flats and trainers.
No, you don’t need to reach for your glasses, you read right, because his new collection is all about crystal encrusted, metallic and leopard print hi-top trainers, which have just stepped through the doors of Harvey Nichols.
Being fans of flats we can’t wait to get our hands on these, which give a nod to the 80s trend (yes it’s still lurking around in AW 2010) and are great for sporty chic. We’ll be putting these £700 designer babies on our “must have” list.
Tags: Christian Louboutin, red soles, shoes, trainers
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X Factor
By admin on August 24th, 2010
We got a little bit carried away with V Festival yesterday and in our excitement complately forgot about Saturday night’s biggest event, the X-Factor.
However, we’re hoping to redeem ourselves now with news about Cheryl Cole’s outfits. Last year the starlet caused a fashion frenzy turning up in frock made by designers such as Alexander McQueen to (some may say) that fateful disk dress by David Koma.
However, according to Vogue, this year Cheryl will be looking further afield to designers such as Matthew Williamson, Roberto Cavalli, Vivienne Westwood and rising London star Hannah Marshall, in a bid to wow the fashion world.
But if you thought Cheryl was also going to help old WAG pal Victoria Beckham promote her line, then think again.
“We don’t loan dresses. If celebrities are photographed wearing them, they have bought them,” a spokesperson for Beckham’s fashion label told the Sunday Mirror.
And we all know Cheryl is a girl after our own hearts going more for borrowing than buying when it comes to expensive frocks.
Tags: Alexander McQueen, Cheryl Cole's X-Factor style, X Factor
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Fashion News
By admin on August 24th, 2010
I’m a massive fan of Vivienne Westwood’s shoes and recently added a pair from her collaboration with rubber sole label Melissa, to my growing collection. So you can imagine how excited I was when I heard that Selfridges is opening an exhibition of her shoes this week.
And it seems like it’s going to include everything from the new shoes I’ve got to the notorious towering platforms that landed Naomi Campbell on the floor of the catwalk.
‘Vivienne Westwood Shoes: An Exhibition 1973-2010′ is set to open in the London department store’s Ultra Lounge on Thursday and gives shoe lovers the opportunity to get up and close to 200 pairs of shoes. It may sound like shoe torture, being that you can’t try them on or take them home but I definitely recommend you get yourself over there. I’ll be the one standing and drawling on the sidelines.
Tags: exhibition, Melissa, Selfridges, shoes, Vivienne Westwood
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Festivals
By admin on August 23rd, 2010
Florence Welch showed she had the style love this weekend at V Festival rocking up on stage at both festival sites in a range of outfits.
At the Hylands site in Chelmsford the singer opted for a short black v-neck dress embellished with gold sequins at the bottom. She paired this up with sheer leggings and heels.
The Florence and the Machines singer, however, went for something more romantic for the Weston Park stage in Staffordshire opting for a sheer black dress, complete with sheer billowing sleeves. She finished off the mood with a bunch of flowers on the set.
Tags: Festivals, FLorence and the Machines, Music, V Festival. Hylands Park, Weston Park
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Festivals
By admin on August 23rd, 2010
Could we be hearing more moans of dismay from Taylor Momsen very soon?
The actress, turned rocker, last week had a rant about how pop singers are wearing outfits that are more rocky than poppy and blurring the lines of the music. Talking to Spin Magazine she cited Rihanna as one culprit for wearing “f—— leather jackets,” claiming it was “really annoying.”
So we don’t think she’ll be pleased to see that Pixie Lott channelled her style at this weekend’s V Festival.
Performing at the Hylands site, Pixie went for a cute black mini, which she teamed up with Taylor style stockings. We think she looks great, but what will madam rocker have to say?
Tags: Pixie Lott, Stockings, Taylor Momsen, V festival
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Festivals
By admin on August 23rd, 2010
Paloma Faith is one of our current fashionista favourites.
She’s cool, sassy and her eclectic style really makes her stand out from the crowd alsways opting for headpieces that rival Lady Gaga’s and wearing bold make-up to match whatever eccentric outfits she’s wearing.
So you can imagine how pleased we were when we saw the singer keeping in with her stylish tradition at V over the weekend.
Ms Faith took to the stage at Weston Park Staffordshire in a red flapper style asymmetric fringed frock and gave it her own special twist with a high crown headpiece. We think she looks amazing.
Tags: flapper dress, Paloma Faith, Staffordshire, V festival, Weston Park
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Festivals
By admin on August 23rd, 2010
The disappointing August weather did nothing to dampen the spirits of V Festival revellers this weekend.
Thousands of wellie clad ladies (and of course gentleman) hit the two venues to watch a range of singers including the Prodigy, Diana Vickers and Florence and the Machines. Despite complaining that pop was ruining the “rock” image Taylor Momsen also decided to make an appearance at the festival performing with her band Pretty Reckless.
Shedding her pretty Gossip Girl image the singer went for her statement suspender set complete with a teeny tiny studded corset style frock for day 2 of the Festival at Weston Park in Staffordshire.
Did you watch Taylor perform and what do you think of her outfit?
Let us know by leaving your comments in the box below.
And keep reading because today we’re dedicating ShinyStyle to all the celebrity looks at the festival.
Tags: Hylands Park, Pretty Reckless, Taylor Momsen, V festival, Weston Park
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Celebrity Style
By admin on August 20th, 2010
Wow, Katy Perry’s gone all sophisticated on us. The singer/other half of Russel Brand was spotted out and about sporting a cute bob, which made her look alot more grown up.
And it seems we’re not the only ones who think so. Celebrity Stylist Mark Woolley, founder of Electric Hairdressing London, told us: “Katy Perry has once again demonstrated that she’s the ultimate retro chameleon with her sleek and sassy Lanvin inspired new bob.”
He added that her new “bold and fearless style means the world stops to take watch when she changes her hair style and this glossy Anna Wintour homage is bang on for this Autumn/Winter’s luxury hair trend.”
And he also had a few tips for those of you daring enough to copy Katy’s look (we would attempt it but our curls wouldn’t behave).
Step one: Apply a nourishing mask like Kérastase Masque Chroma Reflect and wash out after 10 minutes for incredible mirror like shine that’s silky to the touch.
Step two: Using a large paddle brush, blowdry through the hair until it is almost dry, pointing the nozzle down the hair shaft to smooth hair and prevent frizz.
Step three: Create volume by using a large Denman Hot Barrel Brush and continue blowdrying through the lengths, starting at the roots until hair is dry.
Step four: Finish by wrapping the ends including the fringe around the barrel brush to frame the face and create shape.
Tags: bob, Electric Hairdressing, katy perry, Mark Woolley, new hair
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Fashion News
By admin on August 20th, 2010
If, in the past, you’ve neglected John Lewis, favouring other department stores such as Debenhams and House of Fraser, then we suggest you get your fashion feet back through those doors.
Why? Because, according to Vogue the department store has just announced that Osman Yousefzada and Philip Treacy have been named as just some of the designers who are helping to celebrate John Lewis’ £10 million fashion floor revamp, which will be introducing a series of new and limited edition designs.
The two key designers will also be joined by William Tempest, Terry de Havilland and Alex Monroe all of whom are also lending their designing heads to John Lewis’ new fashion offerings.
The store’s new look and new designer collection will be unveiled at Fashion’s Night Out on September 8.
Tags: John Lewis, new fashion, Osman Yousefzada, Philip Treacy, William Tempest
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Yay or Nay
By admin on August 20th, 2010
We know we probably shouldn’t be too surprised at Jordan’s latest outfit, after all, the model and business woman is well known for her body (and booby) flashing clothes.
However, we thought, being a mum and the sheer amount of criticism in the press, would have calmed her down. We obviously thought wrong, because judging by the outfit she wore to the Boutique iPod Range Photocall held at the Worx, it’s getting worse.
The suit, which looks like someone’s covered Ms<strike> Price</strike>, <strike>Andre</strike>, Reid in tin foil, ready to be put in the oven does nothing to flatter the model. And the skirt which gives a nod to the Hawian look makes her look like a space tourist on tour.
This is just our opinion so we want to hear what you have to say about this look. Leave your comments below to let us know.
Tags: Alex Reid, catwoman, ipod, Jordan, Katie Price
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Gossip
By admin on August 20th, 2010
They’ve only been married for a while, but Miranda Kerr and Orlando Bloom have officially announced that they are expecting their first child.
The couple, who shloped off for a secret wedding last month have ended weeks of speculation, with Mrs Bloom confirming the news in the September issue of Vogue Espana.
“Yes, I am pregnant. Four months along,” she said before adding that it had been tricky keeping the news quiet. She continued by telling the magazine that she remembered in the early days of her pregnancy when it was still too soon to say anything, she had a dreadful time at one job, due to morning sickness.
A big congratulations to the pair of you guys.
Tags: baby, expecting, Miranda Kerr, Orlando Bloom, vogue espana
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Fashion Crush
By admin on August 19th, 2010
We’re flitting in and out of seasons with our fashion crush posts this week and today we’re back in our AW 2010 mode. After all, who can resist this cute frock from Miss Selfridge?
The dress looks like an authentic vintage number with the 50s bow and cut, and the sleeves are perfect for those winter nights.
Wear it to a late summer BBQ, on a night out with Mary Jane or platform heels, or store in your wardrobe for those windy autumn days.
However, don’t wait too long to snap this up, at £28 we have a feeling it’ll be flying off those rails.
Tags: 50s, A/W 2010 trends, dress, Miss Selfridge, red, vintage
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Spotted in London
By admin on August 19th, 2010
Whenever a hot celebrity hits the London streets we get a little tingle of excitement so imagine how we felt when we spotted Drew Barrymore in Covent Garden last night.
The starlet left her hotel to go and meet friends in a casual outfit consisting of ripped jeans, a sheer top and an on-trend biker jacket. She completed the dress down look with lose wavy hair a statement necklace and funky punk belt.
Earlier that day we also spotted Nicola Roberts channelling the A/W aviation jacket must-have, which she teamed up with a tweed skirt.
Tags: A/W 2010 trends, Burberry, Drew Barrymore, Nicola Roberts, tweed
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Gossip
By admin on August 19th, 2010
It may not yet be Friday but we’ve got something that will really get you excited, especially if you’re as Glee mad as us.
If you’re a serial Gleeker then you’ll also remember a few weeks back we told you about Britney Spears making an appearance on the hit show and now, we’ve got some exclusive pics from her episode.
Britney;s kept fans informed on her progress throughout the day over Twitter where she posted updates and some sneaky pics.
“About to do my first shot of the day for Glee tweeties! Here we goooo,” she told follwers before posting some pictures posing alongside her assistant Brett Miller.
We can’t wait to watch the episode entitled ‘Britney/Brittany’.
Tags: britney spears, Glee, Gleeks, photos, twitter
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Celebrity Style
By admin on August 19th, 2010
Mollie King, along with the rest of The Saturdays singers, has rarely been out of the spotlight this month.
She’s been spotted partying the night away, on TV shows promoting the next Saturdays singles, and of course just out and about.
However, one thing that really makes the singer stand out is her amazing wardrobe, which consists of pieces, which can be dressed up or down. She’s also a big fan of the nautical, denim shorts and bodycon dress trends often being spotted giving a nod to these styles.
And yesterday she showcased them again when she was spotted out and about in London wearing this classic Breton stripe sailor top from hot London label, Upper 5th.
Get one in your life now for just £45.
Tags: Breton, Mollie King, nautical, stripes, Upper 5th
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