Archive for the ‘vintage’ Category
Celebrity Style, Gallery, Style spotlight, vintage
By Andrea Petrou on October 12th, 2011
Nancy Shevell has become one to watch in the fashion world following her wedding to one of the world’s most eligible bachelors.
The heiress who tied the knot with Sir Paul McCartney in a 40s style white frock designed by Stella McCartney, has caught the style crews eye thanks to her classic style.
Unlike many a superstar’s wife Nancy opts for understated chic. She’s a huge fan of the classic shift dress, which she dresses up with embellishments for a night out, while velvet is also a regular is her wardrobe.
However, she’s also a fan of the vintage trend, often spotted in a range of 60s and 40s pieces.
We’re sure with style like this she gets on very well with her designer step daughter.
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: fashion, Nancy Shevell, Nancy Shevell's wedding to Sir Paul McCartney, Paul McCartney, Paul McCartney wedding, Stella McCartney, style, vintage, wedding dresses
Posted in Celebrity Style, Gallery, Style spotlight, vintage | No Comments »
Celebrity Style, Fashion Crush, Gallery, vintage
By emilyborrett on August 31st, 2011
Bitching & Junkfood Navajo Shorts
No grunge girl would be without a trusty pair of 90s-style denim hotpants like this cool detailed pair from Bitching & Junkfood - plus they're reduced too. Amazing!
The first great love affair I ever had wasn’t with a person; it was with grunge. At the age of eleven, bored of pop-punk like Busted and Good Charlotte and wanting something more, I inevitably discovered Nirvana. What followed was years of sitting in my room listening to Kurt Cobain wail in my babydoll dresses, band shirts and clumpy boots while posting tiny pictures of his face all over my wall to make a tiny Kurt shrine.
And what’s more, everyone at my school thought I was weird to be so obsessed with a band that had disbanded when I was two years old. But I really, really loved Kurt Cobain, and grunge. Naturally as I got older I progressed to other less poppy grunge, but Nirvana still holds a special place in my heart.
Well, HA HA to all the girls who picked on me at school for wearing a Kurt T-shirt under my school T-shirt, because grunge is cool again now thanks to the likes of Erin Wasson and Leigh Lezark. It’s cool to use dry shampoo instead of showering (though it’s probably better to shower – it’s not cool to smell, guys), it’s cool to wear band shirts and old babydoll dresses you found in the charity shop. This is something that Urban Outfitters have cottoned onto, because they’ve released the “Cobain Collection” as a means of tribute to one of grunge’s most famous frontmen.
When I think about it this is probably exactly the kind of thing that Kurt would have hated were he alive today – putting the collection in his name is probably in bad taste, but the clothes are nice..
The Cobain Collection is a cool selection of easy, wearable pieces inspired by the grunge scene (naturally there are a couple of Nirvana tees in there) including spiky silver jewellery, shredded jersey T-shirts and buckled ankle boots. Our favourite piece has to be the tan varsity jacket from BDG, which we want to wear with a pair of Levis, high-top trainers and a band shirt.
Check out our favourite pieces from the Cobain Collection in the gallery above.
Tags: "kurt cobain", 90s trend, babydoll dress, band tees, cobain collection, Fashion Crush, grunge, nirvana, shinystyle loves, silver jewellery, Urban Outfitters, vintage
Posted in Celebrity Style, Fashion Crush, Gallery, vintage | No Comments »
Accessories, Gallery, Handbags, Trend Alert, vintage
By emilyborrett on August 23rd, 2011
Raffia Mini Double Bow Headband
I feel like Autumn/Winter 2011 is my lucky season as it draws inspiration from all of the fashion eras I should have been around for – especially the sixties, where on the runway we saw a curious blend of super-sexy fabrics such as leather and silk, but used in ladylike, prim 60s shapes for a sex-siren effect. For anyone who hasn’t tried the vintage look before, the devil is in the detail and a few classic accessories are invaluable.
You don’t need a whole new wardrobe to make this look work for you – if you’ve got a classic trench coat or a pea coat and a shift dress, to turn it into an on-trend look team the two with a simple contrasting leather handbag, a beehive and demure court shoes. Et voila, fashion magic is happening.
We’re a little obsessed at the moment with Fiorelli’s handbag designs for Dorothy Perkins, especially their beautifully simple square handbag in contrasting nude and black leather – it’s exactly like the kind of “best” handbag that my grandmother used to horde back in the day (and my grandma always looked impeccable). Forget big totes or horribly fussy OTT clutches, as the sixties purse is going to be your new best friend from now on.
Check out the gallery above to see all of our favourite sixties-inspired accessories.
Tags: 60s, Accessories, Burberry Prorsum, chic, cream, gloves, handbag, leather, pea coat, retro, sixties, Trend Alert, vintage
Posted in Accessories, Gallery, Handbags, Trend Alert, vintage | No Comments »
Celebrity gossip, Celebrity Style, Designer collaborations, Gossip, vintage
By emilyborrett on August 19th, 2011
Daisy Lowe has said that she loves her mum Pearl’s designs for Peacocks as they flatter the female form.
Daisy, who has modelled for Agent Provocateur in the past, is thrilled to model for Pearl Lowe’s collections because they flatter her curvy, feminine figure. She told Vogue: “I love the spotted dress because it’s easy to throw on every day for any occasion. Mum makes dresses that flatter the female form.”
The latest collection designed by Pearl Lowe, of which there have now been seven, consists of six vintage-inspired dresses. Pearl has listed her inspirations behind the new designs as Joni Mitchell, Janis Joplin and Stevie Nicks.
Pearl said on the new designs: “In the 40s, people had to make their own dresses, so everything was so original and beautifully made. The prints, however, were inspired by my favourite singer Stevie Nicks. I predict the black dress with the white lace trim to be another sell out, as it’s a follow on from last year’s black dress with the lace collar that sold out in a week.”
Tags: 40s dresses, Celebrity Style, Daisy Lowe, flattering, Gossip, handmade, lace collar, modelling, Peacocks, Pearl Lowe, velvet, vintage
Posted in Celebrity gossip, Celebrity Style, Designer collaborations, Gossip, vintage | No Comments »
Designer Fashions, Designers, Features, Gallery, Trend Alert, vintage
By emilyborrett on August 18th, 2011
At Givenchy, there were a lot of granny-chic sweaters and jumpers with eye-catching designs. One of the best collections we saw at Fashion Week
It’s almost time to start wrapping up warm again (as I write this the house is cold and it’s raining outside, guh) – I am always sad to see summer go, because it’s my favourite season, but I always manage to cheer myself with the thought that colder weather means NEW JUMPERS.
Luckily, jumpers and pullovers are one of the key pieces that you’ll need this A/W if you want to keep in with the current trends. Thanks to Givenchy’s mental, luxurious take on grandma-wear which included shiny sweatshirts with prints of naked pin-up girls and wild animals on them, it’s all about silly, kitsch and often quite tacky knitwear.
The more stuff crammed into a jumper design, the better. If it makes your eyes water a little bit when you look at it, it’s probably perfect for this season. If you want to find something quite as spectacularly kitsch as the designs we’ve seen at Givenchy then you’re best off looking in vintage and charity shops, or having a quick flick through your mail-order catalogues. Or, if you just want a statement jumper there are also some cute pieces on the high street.
Check out the gallery above for our favourite statement jumpers.
Tags: Givenchy, jumper, Knitwear, print, quirky fashion, Riccardo Tisci, silk, statement, Trend Alert, velvet, vintage
Posted in Designer Fashions, Designers, Features, Gallery, Trend Alert, vintage | No Comments »
Designers, dresses, First Looks, Gallery, vintage
By emilyborrett on August 15th, 2011
Floral Betty Draper Dress
We’re massive fans of the relatively new Asos Marketplace here at ShinyStyle, where young independent fashion and jewellery designers can have a platform to showcase and sell their work. Today it’s pin-curls and court heels at the ready for Poppy Valentine, the vintage-inspired independent label we’ve just discovered that specialises in 40s and 50s designs.
The high street is brilliant for vintage-style pieces, but sometimes you just can’t beat a handmade piece made from genuine vintage fabrics where a lot of love and care has gone into the garment – and that’s what Poppy Valentine is all about.
Our personal favourite design from the collection is their 40s-style wrap dress, which comes in a variety of different prints and isn’t completely unlike the kind of thing Miu Miu has been making lately. They’re completely elegant and perfect for channelling your inner Dita Von Teese with some coiffed hair and red lipstick.
Check out the gallery above to see Poppy Valentine’s designs – just one of many good reasons why you should give Asos Marketplace a go.
Tags: 40s, 50s, asos marketplace, Dita Von Teese, floral print, marilyn monroe, pin up style, poppy valentine, tea dress, vintage
Posted in Designers, dresses, First Looks, Gallery, vintage | No Comments »
Accessories, Gallery, jewelry, Trend Alert, vintage
By emilyborrett on August 3rd, 2011
80s girl-rap group Salt-N-Pepa are our jewellery icons this season - it's all gotta be gold, tacky and huge
If you have a soft spot for cheesy, tacky 80s and 90s fashion, which thanks to the likes of Ungaro and Henry Holland is now acceptable to admit to liking (any still from the Fresh Prince could easily be part of a lookbook now) then you’ll be all “OMG” over the upcoming jewellery trend, which is all about tackiness and over-the-top bling a la Salt-N-Pepa. S-s-s-s-s-Salt and Pepa’s here!
Last year you had to trek to the middle of a market in South London to buy jewellery like this but now the high street is cottoning on to it as well and replicating the retro styles of eighties jewellery – but if you enjoy the hunt, it’s worth digging through charity shops and vintage stores for the real thing.
This is not a trend for the shy and the meek – if you’re going to wear jewellery like this you have to wear it LOUD, and with the attitude to back it up. I’m going to go and practise my swagger right now while you guys check out the best ghetto-girl earrings you can get online in the gallery above.
Tags: Accessories, door knocker earrings, ghetto, gold hoops, Jewellery, oversize, rap, salt n pepa, Trend Alert
Posted in Accessories, Gallery, jewelry, Trend Alert, vintage | No Comments »
Gallery, shoes, Trend Alert, vintage
By emilyborrett on August 2nd, 2011
Madison Animal-Print Loafer
With starlets everywhere choosing to chop off their looks for boyish styles and spurning evening gowns for tuxedo jackets and suits, androgyny has never been hotter than it is right now. Thanks to Dolce & Gabbana and Stella McCartney, this Autumn it’s going to be all about doing it like a dude, and we want in.
Luckily there’s a cool and easy way to go androgynous without having to wear a zoot suit, if that sounds a little daunting to you – forget your trusty ballerina flats and trade them in for a masculine, classic pair of brogues or loafers a la Alexa Chung, because within a month or so they’ll be the only flat shoe that matters. They’ll look good with anything, whether it’s a floaty summer dress or a pair of skinny jeans and a band shirt. (Especially good with skinny jeans and a band shirt).
The high street is allll over this trend – I particularly recommend Topshop, whose scarlet leopard-printed loafers are a quirky and colourful take on the trend and will look great with a pair of leggings and a slouchy jumper for a laid-back look. Another favourite pair is the metallic pewter pair from Asos, which will jazz up a pair of jeans or an old dress.
This is a great trend for us Brits because classic masculine footwear is what we do best. It’s quirky, old fashioned and cool – get on board with this season’s It shoe and check out the gallery above.
Tags: androgyny, brogues, Dolce and Gabbana, english style, Footwear, loafers, man, masculine, shoes, Stella McCartney, Trend Alert, zoot suit
Posted in Gallery, shoes, Trend Alert, vintage | No Comments »
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
Posted in Accessories, Features, Gallery, How to Wear, Trend Alert, vintage | 1 Comment »
Celebrity Style, Gallery, vintage
By Andrea Petrou on July 20th, 2011
Keisha
Doug Peters/Doug Peters/EMPICS Entertainment
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: 2011 Jacques Townhouse, 40s style, celebrity red carpet dresses, Jamie Winstone, Jasmine Guinness, Laura Whitmore, vintage
Posted in Celebrity Style, Gallery, vintage | No Comments »
Celebrity Style, Gallery, vintage
By Andrea Petrou on July 4th, 2011
Kate Moss and Jamie Hince
Kate wears a Galliano vintage-inspired, slim-fitting, floor-lengthdress
AP Photos/Jonathan Short
Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Abbey Clancy, Charlene Wittstock, fashion, John Galliano, Kate Moss, royal wedding, wedding dresses, weddings
Posted in Celebrity Style, Gallery, vintage | No Comments »
Features, Gallery, Swimwear, vintage
By emilyborrett on June 29th, 2011
Lace Print Plunge Suit
This sexy neon swimsuit reminded us so irresistibly of Christopher Kane's Spring/Summer '11 collection that we just had to feature it. You can find it on Asos.
I don’t know about you, but now it’s summer I’m starting to get the annual pre-bikini anxiety that always leaves me fretting, frantically doing sit-ups and smothering myself in Fake Bake the night before I go on holiday. Ever since I was old enough to wear one, bikinis have caused me absolutely nothing but stress and woe. Sometimes I wish they had never been invented. So I’m deciding to stick two middle fingers up to two-piece peer-pressure this summer for something I can feel a little bit more comfortable in. Today at Shiny we’re going to be looking at one-pieces, which apparently are sexy again – THANK GOD.
I love the high street’s new flux of swimsuits available because they are so much more forgiving than two-pieces – except now they’re sexy as well as functional. The first swimsuit I laid my eyes on in my search for flattering swimwear just happened to be a gorgeous yellow lace-effect costume from Asos.com which reminded me of Christopher Kane’s neon lace dresses and skirt suits – so on trend this summer, and kind to curvy and skinny girls alike. The result is a modern, contemporary design that has just the right of sexiness for me.
Another favourite from my search was a gingham strapless costume from Frost French that reminded me of old photographs of Marilyn Monroe on the beach. It’s a very vintage-feel design that will hide any stray tummy wobbles, but emphasise your hips and waist so that you can cut a bombshell figure on the beach. I have to say that I love fifties-inspired swimwear but I don’t like time-warp head-to-toe dressing – keep your beach look modern with some contemporary sunglasses and leather sandals
What do you think about the comeback of the one-piece? Do you think it’s fantastic that they’re back in vogue or do you think they should stay a thing of the eighties? Check out the gallery above and let us know.
Tags: beach, bikini, cover-up, holiday style, one piece, spring/summer, summer fashion, Swimming, swimsuit
Posted in Features, Gallery, Swimwear, vintage | No Comments »
Accessories, Affordable Fashions, Gallery, vintage
By emilyborrett on June 28th, 2011
Searching for hidden treasures at Portobello has long been one of my favourite things to do on a summer’s day, ever since I first discovered the delights of vintage at the age of fourteen. The only downside of market shopping, besides tired feet and that mad impulse you get to buy everything ever, is the hassle of markets, especially on their busiest days. Which is why we love Pretaportobello.com.
The last time we wrote about the online marketplace it was a relatively small operation – but now there are numbers of new sellers all selling beautiful fashions. We were so excited about the site’s expansion that we had to share it with you.
The genius of the site is the diversity of stock, ranging from vintage siren-inspired jewellery to shredded tees perfect for festivals, clean modern designs and 40s-inspired tea dresses.
Our two star buys this week online at Pretaportobello are the hot-pink lace dress, which you can see above in the gallery – so Christopher Kane, no? And only a fraction of the price! – and an amazing brown leather messenger satchel from Vida Vida which I’ve got my eye on for when term starts in September.
If you’ve never been into the idea of market shopping, why not try it out this way? No pickpocketers, no bad weather soaking the clothes, no fuss. Check out our favourite pieces at the moment in the gallery above.
Tags: boho, crochet, independent fashion, london style, portobello market, pretaportobello, quirky fashion, sienna miller, vintage
Posted in Accessories, Affordable Fashions, Gallery, vintage | No Comments »
Celebrity Style, Fashion Crush, Features, Gallery, Trend Alert, vintage
By emilyborrett on May 31st, 2011
Jane looked like true rock and roll royalty in a simple micro-minidress and a seventies pendant. This is one girl that didn't ever have to try to look good
We’ve all been going mad here at ShinyStyle for the seventies and boho trends over the last few weeks, so it seems only fair to pay tribute to one of the trend’s most important icons, Jane Birkin. The actress and singer was right in the middle of it all through the late sixties and seventies and was one of that period’s most well-remembered and well-dressed women.
The then-lover and collaborator of French lothario Serge Gainsbourg, and an impressive film actress, everyone wanted a piece of her. It’s no wonder that Hermes designed a bag in her name in 1984.
You know that you’re obviously a big deal when women like Kate Moss are citing you as one of their main style inspirations. When you look at photos of Jane from the period which she is so famous for, she embodies the laid-back cool hippy spirit of that time: bare feet, scruffy hair, denim and floaty prints which are – surprise surprise – all parts of pretty much the coolest trend right now.
In celebration of Jane Birkin, retro style and all things seventies, we’ve put together a gallery with some of the actress’ best looks and pieces on the high street to recreate them. Aren’t we good to you, readers?
Tags: "Charlotte Gainsbourg", bohemian, boho, hippy, icon, Jane Birkin, serge gainsbourg, seventies, style inspiration
Posted in Celebrity Style, Fashion Crush, Features, Gallery, Trend Alert, vintage | No Comments »
Accessories, Celebrity Style, Gallery, Trend Alert, vintage
By emilyborrett on May 31st, 2011
Nicole sporting a classic Diane Von Fustenberg turban in March for a UK telly appearance
Vintage glamour has been on our mind ever since ex-Pussycat Doll and femme fatale Nicole Sherzinger was spotted in March wearing a pale mustard-coloured turban (pictured above) for an appearance on Loose Women. It was a brave fashion choice for the singer, who normally sticks with her fail-safe ultra-sexy Herve Leger dresses and heels, but we think it paid off. With a face as smoking hot and sultry and Nicole’s, she looked more glamorous than ever.
Other stars have showed their love for the turban-wrap accessory as well recently; the Olsen twins have been spotted teaming silk black ones with tough leather, flowing black chiffon and lace for a dramatic evening look that has ensured their positions at the top of the fashion-pack further. And well, if the Olsen babes are doing it then we want to as well. Lover of all things vintage Paloma Faith also has a fondness for her silk head-wraps, going all-out with scarlet ones to set off her stage ensembles of leopard-printed wiggle dresses and flame-coloured lipsticks.
If you want to get in on this sumptuous 1930s-inspired fashion action, we’ve got a gallery above for you with our favourite ones available online (including an actual Diane Von Fustenberg turban which will only set you back forty pounds and is an absolute classic – that lady is so good to us!). Check it out above.
Tags: 1930s, Celebrity Style, diane von fustenberg, Glamour, hair wrap, Nicole Sherzinger, Olsen twins, silk, turban, vintage
Posted in Accessories, Celebrity Style, Gallery, Trend Alert, vintage | No Comments »
From:Debenhams show us how to avoid tanning disasters this year