Archive for the ‘Features’ Category
Affordable Fashions, Bargain POTW, Features, Gallery
By emilyborrett on August 18th, 2011
Black Chelsea Girl Peter Pan Jumper
It's all about quirky knitwear this season thanks to Givenchy. We love this quirky knitted jumper from River Island which will look great layered over a midi dress with costume jewellery.
It’s time for a round-up of Shiny’s dream buys for the week! I’m starting my fashion illustration degree in September and I’ve got serious fashion nerves at the moment; whenever I look at my wardrobe I feel like I’ve got nothing to wear (which is definitely not true, but sadly this is the way a compulsive shopper’s mind works).
So I’ve been scouring the high-street sites for the past couple of weeks mentally compiling a shopping list that I thought I’d share with you- this week I’m inspired by the “eccentric granny chic” look that Givenchy brought to the catwalk, which means quirky jumpers, layerable midi dresses, lavish costume jewellery and clashing prints. Basically, a look that is really fun to put together.
My ultimate star buy of the week is Topshop’s faux fur leopard-print coat, which is oh-so-sixties and will look amazing with a plain tunic dress and opaque tights. Check out the gallery for this week’s top picks from the high street.
Tags: fashion wishlist, fur coat, Givenchy, high street buys, Jewellery, Knitwear, printed jumper, quirky fashion, star buy of the week, TopShop
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Designer Fashions, Fashion News, Features
By Elisabeth on August 17th, 2011
Singer Beyoncé Knowles has revealed a sneak preview of pieces from her new fashion collection which will hit UK stores next month.
In the photos Beyoncé – who has revealed she could soon be ready to start a family with husband and rap star Jay-Z – is sporting French knickers and lace-high socks. It comes as no surprise that B is modelling the range herself, just look at those legs!
The new House of Dereon range will be launched at Selfridges, London, in September – coinciding nicely with London Fashion Week – and Beyoncé is set to fly in for the occasion. Her second collection, which by the looks of it will include tribal-prints, will start at £80 and be exclusively available in Selfridges for six week before going into other stores in October.
Tags: Beyonce, Celebrity designers, house of dereon, London fashion week, UK fashion range
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campaign, Designer Fashions, Ethical Fashions, Features, Gallery, New York Fashion Week - Runway
By Elisabeth on August 17th, 2011
Summer seems to be over judging by the measly 14 degrees as I left the flat this morning. But that means autumn is just around the corner, and with it an abundance of big jackets and chunky, comforting knitwear.
If you’re after expanding your winter wardrobe but want to do it with a green heart and choose eco friendly fashion, Edun is the brand for you. The brand of Ali Hewson and Bono, offers an array of stylish yet sustainable fashion perfect for wintery fun.
Edun’s Autumn/Winter 2011 collection focuses on fashionable, utilitarian outerwear, particularly jackets and coats that combine leather and wool. The catwalk also showed textured knitwear made in Africa by nuns (!): dresses, cardigans, pullovers and skirts in variations of the classic Fair Isle pattern.
In contrast to the more heavy winter wear were girly draped dresses and blouses in intense patterns and vivid colours.
Check out Edun’s Autumn/Winter menswear collection here.
Tags: eco-fashion, Edun, Edun autumn/winter 2011, ethical fashion
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Features, Gallery, Trend Alert
By emilyborrett on August 16th, 2011
White Print Fur Coat
Thanks to this season's love for a mixture of tactile fabrics, fur is still on the hot list. This white animal print fur coat is from River Island.
There’s nothing that gets me in the mood for Autumn’s arrival than a brand spanking new snuggly, warm coat – luckily the coat is a key piece this season for channelling the Autumn/Winter trends.
On the Burberry Prorsum catwalk it was all about cute duffel coats in cheerfully bright shades of orange, blue, red and yellow, with leather detailing – luckily Topshop has already released a postbox-red coat that’s really similar to the ones seen at Burberry. Just team with a sixties miniskirt and a Breton top and you’ve got a classic look that’s good to go. Another colourful favourite was Asos’ bright and shiny blue rainmac, which is both chic and practical – it’ll look adorable with tights, a tea dress and some retro ankle boots.
Other designers went for a more mad, all-over-the-place approach to mixing textiles and print this season – if you want to get in on this season’s incredibly chic “mad bag lady” look (one I’ve been rocking for years now, I might add) then a tactile or patterned coat is a good place to start. At River Island we loved their white animal-printed fur coat, which could look cool clashing with floral or other animal prints, while at Asos it was all about their thrift-style Aztec printed coat.
If it’s the slick and sensual dominatrix look that you’re after, however, as seen at Louis Vuitton, then try out Topshop for their amazing belted mac. Clever Toppers have updated a classic by adding a leather collar and sleeves for a fetish feel. Wear with a simple black dress and patent heels for a look that’s good to go.
Check out our top 5 Autumn/Winter coats in the gallery above.
Tags: autumn/winter, coats, cold weather, craft trend, fetish, fur coat, jacket, outerwear, season, top 5, trench coat, Trend Alert
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Celebrity gossip, Celebrity Style, Events, Features, Gallery, Gossip
By emilyborrett on August 16th, 2011
Jenny Frost looked pretty and glamorous in her black maxi dress, hanging off Jeff Brazier who looked sweet in a tweed blazer
We always knew that Big Brother would be back, and now that lovely old Channel 5 has bought the show it’s not going to be long until it’s back on the airwaves. Yesterday the press launch party took place in Hertfordshire, with Big Brother’s most famous (and forgotten) faces in attendance.
Naturally, Brian Belo was there – the day he doesn’t come to anything BB related will be the day we die of shock – and he actually looked quite nice yesterday in a crumpled white shirt with some slim-fitting men’s chinos. Another Brian that looked quite lovely was our favourite, Brian Dowling, who looked very dapper and sharp in a two-piece grey men’s suit.
On the girl’s side we had the beautiful TV presenter Emma Willis, who looked fresh and pretty in a polka-dot tea dress with red detailing and red patent heels. Also there was the ex-Atomic Kitten and Snog Marry Avoid? presenter Jenny Frost, who showed off long, tanned pins in a split-skirt black maxi dress, with lots and lots of gold jewellery. Keep up the good work, Jenny.
We must also note that some ex-housemates did not make much of a sterling effort: last series’ Sam Pepper wore scruffy cut-offs, his usual cap and a bright yellow T-shirt. I’m sorry, Sam, but didn’t anyone tell you that this is a glitzy event? BRIAN BELO is here, for god’s sake. 2009′s Marcus Akin was there – you know, the one that looks like a rubbish Wolverine – in a cringey Ed Hardy tee and leather bracelets. No one should wear Ed Hardy when they’re emptying the cat litter tray, let alone going to a press party. Take note Marcus.
To see which housemates were at the launch, check the gallery above.
Tags: celebrity big brother, channel 5, Emma Willis, evening dress, event, launch party, reality TV
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Accessories, Designers, Features, Gallery, jewelry, Trend Alert
By emilyborrett on August 11th, 2011
Peacock in Paradise Brooch
Donna Karan Autumn/Winter 2011
I’m a very happy bunny right now, as one of my absolute favourite looks is going to be totally massive this season – and that is full on old Hollywood detective-movie 1940s glamour, complete with jewels and furs. Today I’m concentrating on the jewels – some beautiful antique-look costume jewellery can make even the simplest of outfits glamorous and on-trend.
Designers such as Gucci, Donna Karan and Marc Jacobs were all over the look on the catwalk, teaming sumptuous furs and nipped-at-the-waist tweed with darkly glittering gems and jewels to match the models’ lips. For costume jewellery, I’m a massive fan of the site
GlitzySecrets, whose jewellery designs look like they should cost a thousand pounds per piece – but they don’t, as you can get a piece of timeless vintage-inspired jewellery for £15.
Whether you’re a lover or not of a head-to-toe vintage look, it doesn’t matter as some simple 1940s-style costume jewellery can make a simple black maxi dress or a skirt and top look dramatic – and make an outfit look a lot more expensive than it actually is. Along with GlitzySecret’s beautiful jewellery, it’s also worth checking charity shops as they often sell lovely second-hand pieces.
Check out the gallery above for our favourite bits and bobs from GlitzySecrets.
Tags: 1940s, autumn/winter, glitzysecrets, gucci, Marc Jacobs, Trend Alert, vampy, vintage
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Features, Footwear, Gallery, shoes
By emilyborrett on August 10th, 2011
See by Chloe Fringed Buckle Ankle Boots
These boots are expensive but worth the money if you can afford it - wear with a 90s sundress and shades for a cool New York look. They're sold at Urban Outfitters.
The one thing I’m desperate to get my hands on for the next season is a really great pair of ankle boots; I’ve been wearing the same brown leather chelseas for the past two years and they have quite literally fallen to bits. But thanks to boot-lovers like Alexa Chung, the trend is alive and well and there are some really gorgeous pairs on the high street.
What I love about ankle boots is their absolute versatility. A black patent pair or some brogue-style boots with a cuban heel can be worn during the day with a pretty tea dress or skinny jeans, but also worn with a mini-dress in the evening for a cool and youthful party look.
My absolute wishlist pair are the See by Chloe ankle boots on the Urban Outfitters site, made out of contrasting tan and dark brown leather with fringing and buckle details. Unfortunately they are incredibly expensive -so I think I’ll have to settle for a studded pair from Topshop (it’s a hard life).
Check out the gallery above for our top 10 ankle boot picks.
Tags: Alexa Chung, ankle boots, autumn/winter, biker boot, chelsea boot, leather, see by chloe, studded, TopShop, Trend Alert
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Designer Fashions, Designers, Features, Gallery, Trend Alert
By emilyborrett on August 9th, 2011
Designers like Marc Jacobs (pictured) and Stella McCartney were all over the polka dot trends this Autumn/Winter
It’s a big hooray from me as one of my absolute favourite trends is back again for this Autumn/Winter – this season it is all about bold graphic prints, specifically the polka dot, as seen on the catwalks at Marc Jacobs and Stella McCartney.
I love polka dots because they can be either sexy or girl-next-door depending on how they’re worn. Want to be a ’50s sex siren? Team a sheer spotted pussybow blouse with a hip-hugging pencil skirt and stilettos for a fiercely sexy look, or look for vintage-style sundresses and skirts for a look that’s girlier.
In the past polka dots have been small, dainty prints, but on the catwalks this year they’ve gotten bigger, bolder and more graphic. If you want to copy Marc Jacobs’ severe secretary style, Asos does an amazing black and white pillbox hat that is almost exactly the same as the one seen on his runway. We also love River Island’s sixties-style polka printed tunic – just team it with a jewel bright duffel coat and some sharp ankle boots for a look that’s perfectly on trend this season.
Check out the gallery above for our favourite polka-dot lovelies.
Tags: autumn/winter, blouse, Marc Jacobs, pill box hat, polka dot, Stella McCartney, Trend Alert
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Celebrity Style, Fashion Crush, Features, Gallery, Style spotlight
By emilyborrett on August 9th, 2011
Hailee looked like romantic 1950s perfection in this soft-pink full-skirted prom dress with a classic updo, at the Academy Awards this year
Is it just us here at ShinyStyle, or is all the talent in Hollywood getting younger and younger? Justin Bieber has had a film made about him when his voice hasn’t even broken yet, Willow Smith is storming the charts at age 11 and we’ve just realised that not only is the teenage True Grit star Hailee Steinfeld an amazing actress, but she’s already got a Hollywood wardrobe good enough to rival any older actress’.
We love that unlike other young girls in the limelight like Miley Cyrus, who have already gone down the vomit-inducing sexy route with tight dresses and big hair, Hailee closely follows the trends and wears what suits her. The 14-year old actress has already developed a strong sense of her own style, combining romantic cocktail dresses with fiercely high heels and vintage-inspired prim blouses and power-pencil skirts.
We especially adored her outfit that she wore to the Academy Awards this year, as she donned a gently sparkling peach chiffon 50s prom dress with nude satin peeptoe heels and an elegant updo for an outfit that wouldn’t have looked out of place at a couture gala sixty years ago.
Miu Miu are particularly fond of young Hailee – maybe it’s because she’s always spotted wearing their designs, or maybe it’s just because she’s a pretty young thing, but she’s now the face of their new campaign. Jealous? Us? Naaaah.
Tags: Academy Award, Celebrity Style, Fashion Crush, Hailee Steinfeld, Oscars, Red Carpet, style spotlight, True Grit
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Celebrity gossip, Designers, Features, Gallery, Project Runway, Style spotlight
By emilyborrett on August 8th, 2011
One big massive congratulations to the legendary American designer and “Project Runway” judge Michael Kors, who has announced his engagement to his partner of over ten years, Lance LaPere.
The designer has been waiting to marry his partner for years, and finally can now that same-sex marriage is legal in the state of New York. He said about his upcoming wedding, “Lance and I are very excited to finally be able to have the opportunity to marry in our home state after many years together. We have no plans for a major party, but we will be getting married privately.”
In celebration of Michael’s happy news, we’re doing a special gallery on our favourite Michael Kors designs. We absolutely adore his trademark blend of sculptural, tailored fashion with American sportwear, and today we’re going to say our thanks. Viva Kors!
Tags: designer spotlight, Engagement, Heidi Klum, marriage, michael kors, New York Fashion Week, Project Runway, same-sex
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award show fashion, Celebrity Style, Events, Features, Gallery
By emilyborrett on August 8th, 2011
Taylor Swift looked sweet and girlish as usual in a Marilyn Monroe-style white sundress
This weekend it was the teenybopper’s Oscar night as the Teen Choice Awards took place in California. All the usual teenage Disney stars and popstrels were there, along with a few more grown-up faces.
Taylor Swift, our favourite angel-faced country-pop singer, had a great weekend as she walked away with the Ultimate Choice award along with five others, including Favourite Female Artist and Favourite Country Artist. She looked sweet and girlish in a full-skirted white halternecked dress that was more than a little bit Marilyn Monroe.
Gossip Girl‘s Blake Lively looked absolutely incredible in an unusual orange leather tailored dress that showed off her perfect figure (we hate her, we hate her, we hate her). She also took away the award for TV’s best dramatic TV actress.
The Black Eyed Peas singer Fergie didn’t take away any awards, though she gets a style award from us for her cool and youthful star-printed minidress. Neither did the Kardashians, though they were all out in force with their fiercest heels and sexiest dresses. Kim K looked amazing in a white-and-black cocktail dress with a feathered skirt.
Disney actress Selena Gomez, who is Justin Bieber’s current squeeze, looked pretty and sophisticated in a sexy gold satin cocktail dress with a draped chiffon train. We also loved Rachel Bilson’s look, who opted for a sweet and romantic look in a white ruffled Chloe dress.
Check out our gallery to see the celebrities we’ve mentioned above, along with plenty others.
Tags: awards ceremony, Blake Lively, justin beiber, Kim Kardashian, Rachel Bilson, Red Carpet, Taylor Swift, teen choice awards 2011
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Accessories, Affordable Fashions, Events, Fashion Tips, Features, Gallery
By emilyborrett on August 3rd, 2011
Outfit 1. Lipsy Pleated Off-The-Shoulder Dress
This dress is sweet and girlish with definite vintage 1970s vibes - perfect for outdoor weddings. Find the dress hereand keep looking through the galleries for accessories ideas on how to wear this dress.
How amazing have the past few months been for celebrity nuptials? We’ve had Lily Allen, Kate Moss and Zara Phillips all tying the knot, and obviously the country had quite a massive nationwide wedding party when William and Kate got married.
Summer is the season for weddings, and with Autumn only just beginning we’ve got a long way to go before it’s over. If you’re an upcoming wedding guest and in a bit of a panic about what to wear (the last one I went to I had a bit of a brain fart and went in a wildly inappropriate slutty black velvet dress) fear not, because we’ve been incredibly good to you and come up with a few ideas.
We’ve compiled three different wedding outfits that we think are perfect, whether you prefer sexier, daring styles, elegance or girly-girly looks. My personal favourite? Lipsy’s floral off-the-shoulder mini-dress, which to me screams summer garden parties and dancing on the lawn. Check out our wedding-guest fashion picks in the gallery above.
Tags: "garden party", "Kate Middleton", dress, hat, reception, sun hat, wedding, wedding outfit, Zara Phillips
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Accessories, Affordable Fashions, Features, Gallery
By emilyborrett on August 2nd, 2011
Pink Max C Satchel Bag
This rose-coloured beauty is amazing - I'm planning to buy it and move all of my things into it immediately. Find it at Fashion Union.
We’re already halfway through the summer holidays now, and while that might not mean much to those of you working a job all the year round, it means that Autumn is just a few weeks away – and that means that back-to-school feeling of new tights, new coats and smart new bags.
I’m starting my degree in London in a month’s time and I’ve decided to blue a bit of my student loan on a beautiful new satchel to keep all of my drawing bits and sketchbooks in. You should think about a new bag for yourself too – who doesn’t crave that new-term, new-things feeling that comes with the change of seasons?
Luckily you don’t need to go straight to Mulberry with your life savings for a good satchel (though of course it is tempting), as nearly all the high-street stores are still producing high-quality affordable bags in the Alexa style.
Shiny’s personal favourite? The dusky rose-coloured satchel from Fashion Union, which will go with pretty much everything I own and hopefully integrate perfectly into the new Autumn/Winter outfit I can’t afford to buy myself. Check out the gallery above for our top 5 satchels on the high street.
Tags: Accessories, affordable, bag, leather, mulberry alexa, satchel, tan
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Accessories, Features, Gallery, How to Wear, Trend Alert, vintage
By emilyborrett on August 1st, 2011
Shift Dress in Colour Block
This is the best mod-inspired dress on the high street right now. The contrasting tones and eye-popping colour make this dress from Asos an absolute must-buy.
Oh happy days, the mod trend is back with a swinging sixties vengeance and I couldn’t be happier if I tried.
At this Autumn/Winter’s fashion shows the likes of Jil Sander and Burberry Prorsum travelled back into the past to bring us a veritable assortment of swing coats, tunic dresses, ankle boots and ski-inspired knitwear in a bold rainbow of colour.
More wearable than other upcoming trends such as goth, craftwork and (whisper it) zoot suits, the scooter girl look is a cute and girly way to easily sail through the perils of a new fashion season. What’s more, the simplicity of mod-inspired clothes means that it’ll be an incredibly easy look to wear in the winter months when you want to layer up. Snuggly and fashion-savvy, this is a trend we’ll get on board for.
If you’re looking for the definitive tunic dress then head on over to Asos, where we guarantee a rush on their brilliant turquoise tunic with contrasting pockets. Meanwhile, Topshop is all over Chelsea boots and have updated the classic sixties boot style with a few quirky fashion-forward twists such as fringing and studs.
The high street is already all over this trend, so if you’re ready to start planning your A/W wardrobe then check out our gallery above – we’ve had a highly successful search for amazing mod-inspired pieces.
Tags: "shift dress", autumn/winter trend, Burberry, how to wear, Jil Sander, London fashion week, mod, sixties, tunic
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Celebrity gossip, Celebrity Style, Events, Features, Gallery, Spotted, Spotted in London
By emilyborrett on August 1st, 2011
Glamorous chef Gizzi Erskine was festival perfection this weekend at Bestival in a sweet playsuit and beehive
It’s been an excellent few days for celebrity-spying as there have been festivals, premières and photo-calls galore. While some of us have been sleeping off our holiday excesses and stressing about our depleted bank balances (thank you Summer, you most expensive of the seasons), our favourite celebs have been up and at it.
Our favourite celebrity chef Gizzi Erskine, who is infinitely more beautiful and fashionable than the likes of Gordon Ramsay or Heston Blumenthal, was spotted at Bestival this weekend looking like vintage perfection outside her Tiki Lounge in an adorable playsuit with her trademark beehive and some quirky pineapple-shaped sunglasses. This is playful fashion at it’s best – we’ll be keeping a close eye on Gizzi from now on.
Meanwhile, back in the Big Smoke, a fashion happening was going on at the unveiling of Pearl Lowe’s new 1920s-inspired collection for Peacocks. Pearl’s feline daughter, Daisy, was there modelling one of the creations, a wine-coloured velvet dress with a beautiful crochet collar. We can’t wait for this lot to go on sale.
There was also a party honouring the launch of a new book on hip-hop going on at the Red Bull studios in London, where Kelly Brook was spotted there looking healthy and happy in a brilliantly-white midi dress with matching heels. As well as Kelly, T4 presenter Jameela Jamil rocked up in a cool zipped corset top teamed up with primrose-yellow hotpants and chunky gothic accessories.
At the ICA in London, celebrities showed up to the screening of new indie-flick Our Day Will Come – Jaime Winstone and designer Pam Hogg turned up flaunting their London street-style credentials in clashing prints and tailoring, as did girl rapper M.I.A. in a huge black biker jacket with a slouchy denim shirt.
At a photocall in Berlin, the Black Swan actress Mila Kunis was photographed smiling like the cat got the cream besides heart-throb Justin Timberlake in a rose-pink silk cocktail dress.
It was all go for the paparazzis across the pond as well, as popstrel Lady Gaga was seen leaving the infamous celeb hangout Chateau Marmont dressed up to the nines as usual in a clinging black dress split up the front with a plunging neckline, with gleaming PVC ankle boots. Someone’s already embracing the Autumn/Winter fetish trend!
In Los Angeles, Freida Pinto was seen at the première of her new film “Rise of the Planet of the Apes” wearing an emerald-green maxi dress. She looked absolutely stunning, but then she’d look good in a bin-bag.
Check out our gallery to see the best-dressed celebrities from the past few days.
Tags: Bestival, california, Celebrity Style, event, gizzi erskine, jaime winstone, premiere, Red Carpet, Spotted, Spotted in London
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