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Spotted: Stars turn up for the Elephant Parade auction and BNTM 6 launch

By Andrea Petrou on July 1st, 2010

Yesterday the stars were once again out for various events across the country. Notably the Elephant Parade auction held at the Royal Hospital Chelsea, which saw the model elephants, which have been scattered around the capital, being auctioned off for charity.

Liz Hurley attended the event in a pink long frock while Goldie Hawn also made an appearance in a gorgeous floral maxi dress. And it was also a night for royal fashion with Princess Princess Beatrice and Eugenie making an appearance. Both opted for short dresses, however, while Beatrice went for a strapless summer yellow ruffle frock, Euginie played it safe in a white scoop neck.

Across the capital Elle MacPherson stepped out in PVC black trousers and a white cropped tee for the launch of Britain’s Next Top Model 6, which is due to hit our screens very soon and we also got a quick glimpse of the girls who will be competing.

However, it wasn’t all free booze and partying for every celeb, Carly Zucker, wife of Joe Cole was also spotted enjoying a leisurely stroll before her England player hubby returned home.

Tags: BNTM6, Celebrity Style, Elephant Parade auction, Elle Macpherson, England, Football, London, WAGS
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Celebrity Style, Features, Gallery

Get the look: WAG World Cup Fashion

By Andrea Petrou on June 11th, 2010

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The World Cup kicks off today, and tomorrow we’ll be watching England’s first game.

However, as we’ve said before not not huge fans of the great game so we’ve been trying to find a fun way to get into the spirit and that’s of course through fashion.

But this time we’re not talking about the huge range of World Cup fashion out there. We’re instead talking about WAG’s style.

It’s no secret that the wives and girlfriends of our footie stars spend a fortune on their clothing, especially the likes of Coleen Rooney and fashionista Victoria Beckham, and we know many of you (and us too) can’t afford to splash out.

So we decided to scour the highstreet and find some cheaper alternatives to some outfits worn by Christine Bleakley, Abi Clancy, Alex Curren and of course Victoria and Coleen.

View our gallery for some WAG World Cup fashion looks.

Tags: Alex Curren, Christine Bleakely, Coleen Rooney, England, Victoria Beckham, WAGS, World Cup
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Fashion Face Off

World Cup fashion face-off: USA vs UK fashions

By Andrea Petrou on June 11th, 2010

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I don’t claim to be very much of a football fan, but in these times you can’t avoid it. It’s literally everywhere! Luckily, the World Cup has managed to find a way into my life in a perfectly acceptable way – in the way of fashion.

The fashion website very.co.uk are having a fashion face off for the World Cup games – putting together styles inspired by the World Cup countries and seeing who comes out as the most popular one. Up first is England vs USA with the British look embodying Kate Moss at Glastonbury with a summer parka, wellies, slouchy denim shorts and tees, and of course lots of lovely accessories including some fabulous retro sunglasses.

The USA look is inspired by the ‘preppy college girl’, which is actually quite nice too and has little touches like oversized check shirts, cut-off denim jeans and hoodies, as well as sports style inspired footwear like Converse.

In the style stakes though, I’ve stuck with supporting the home team! I think the British look is far better than the USA one but thinking about the upcoming countries that will be featured – Spain, Argentina and South Africa – I think we might have some trouble competing against flamenco inspired dresses and safari chic in the later rounds.

You can vote now at the very.co.uk site for your favourite countries’ style and you might even be inspired to try out a completely new look – far better than watching the football.

And look out next week for our World Cup inspired fashion galleries.

Tags: England, Fashion Face Off, FIFA, USA, World Cup
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Features, Gallery

Gallery: World Cup fashion to support England in style

By Andrea Petrou on May 12th, 2010

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Love it or loathe it you can’t hide from the fact that the World Cup is upon us. We know we’re going to lose our other halves to beer, England and Brazil, but instead of sulking in the corner it may be time we actually thought about joining in.

Now we’re not talking about getting all lager loutish, more having a good look at players and using it as an excuse to get some new clothes.

Over the past few months highstreet chains such as Dorothy Perkins and Miss Selfridge as well as supermarkets such as Asda have gone World Cup crazy producing t-shirts with England logos.

However unlike the older styles from four years back, these World Cup gems have become alot less subtle, huge England flags sprawled along the front have given way to subtle England motifs on on-trend styles.

We have a look at the best ones out there.

Tags: Dorothy Perkins, England, FIFA World Cup, Miss Selfridge, Sport, World Cup
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Trend Alert

Give a nod to the punk trend and support England in the World Cup with these Union Jack tights

By Andrea Petrou on April 29th, 2010

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Love it or loathe it the World Cup will shortly be upon us.

We know many of you who despise the footie won’t be happy about losing your other halves for a while, but why not join in and support England in the fashion stakes instead?

Now we’re not talking football shirts here, although we can be sure various highstreet retailers will be selling many “female” versions of these in the next few weeks, instead we advise you think out of the box.

Mix on-trend tights with a patriotic twist instead with these Union Jack tights from Jonathan Aston. Not only will you stand out from the crowd but you’ll also be giving a nod to Vivienne Westwood punk, and we all know that’s going to be hot this year.

Tags: Association football, England, FIFA World Cup, Jonathan Aston, union jack tights, Vivienne Westwood, World Cup
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charity, Retail News

Stuck in London? Three great East London fashion stores to check out

By Ashleyn on April 19th, 2010

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Alana McVerry writes

If the Icelandic volcano’s untimely eruption has ruined your plans for shopping on the continent, don’t be dismayed at the hold up but use the scheduled time off to enjoy London’s undiscovered offerings. Head to the East End for three of London’s hidden gems, from the quirky to the down right unreal, I give you one for every mood swing.

If you (a) are so annoyed that you’re still stuck in dismal England and want to blow some cash then head to Startboutique on Rivington street in Shoreditch. Started by a former cult rock star and her partner this boutique offers the new and upcoming alongside the established labels of the high fashion family. Given the rock star credentials, you can expect something a little more exciting than your usual pricey boutique spread.

If you (b) are so bored of London’s offerings, you can’t imagine there’s anything you haven’t seen before then head to 146 Columbia Road to see Jessie and Buddug (that’s them on the left)who sell crafty pieces and original clothing designs in what looks like the interior of an 18th Century boudoir. Further, if you ask for the changing rooms you will be directed to their work studio, which is a candy shop of off cut fabrics and accessories. It is what I imagine to be the fashion version of a mad scientists laboratory.

Or if you (c) have missed a vital flight to a far away land where the British pound is still strong and bargains expected then I have two options for you. If you just wanted good clothes cheap then head to the East End Thrift shop in the Waterman’s building E1, which offers the kind of cheap second hand shopping long lost in our vintage hungry age, but with nice tidy rails organised by item. Or, if it was knock off designer labels that were really pushing you to board that jet, then the centre of hackney can get you a British Burberry Mac for half the recommended price amongst other Burberry designed garb. Just look for the Burberry factory shop at 29 Chatham Place, E9.

So there you are. I bet you’ve decided you didn’t need to leave London after all. Mission accomplished.

Tags: Ash, Burberry, clothing, East End Thrift Store, England, fashion, fashion design, Jessie and Buddug, lceland, London, shopping, Shoreditch, Start Boutique, Volvano
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Events, Red Carpet

Yay or nay? Kiera Knightley’s Erdem frock at the Olivier Awards 2010

By Andrea Petrou on March 22nd, 2010

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It was another star studded evening last night where stars came out to play on the red carpet for the 2010 Laurence Olivier Awards held at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London.

First to grab our attention on the red carpet was British starlet Kiera Knightley who a best supporting actress nominee for playing a manipulative movie starlet in the play The Misanthrope.

However, we’re not too sure if we like or loathe her maxi, round necked capped sleeve Erdem dress which looks a little bit like our grandma’s curtains. So we’ve decided to let you decide.

Vote below and let us know if her dress was a hit or miss last night.
[Images:Lia Tob / WENN.com]

Tags: Actor, England, Grosvenor House Hotel, Keira Knightley, kiera knightley, Laurence Olivier Awards, London, Misanthrope
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Celebrity Style

Zara Phillips rocks the riding look at Ladies Day at Cheltenham Festival

By Andrea Petrou on March 19th, 2010

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It’s that time of year again. Frocks, fancy hats and horses. Yes that’s right it’s the Cheltenham Festival.

We love this event, which gives us great insight into the world of dresses, hats and high shoes. There’s always frocks to be admired and of course avoided.

However one guest who shyed away from these styles was Royal Zara Phillips, who went for riding boots, jogpers and an off white summer mac. Now we know, it’s hardly fancy, but when you consider Zara is a serious rider, it makes sense. And we think she really rocked the look.

Do you agree? Let us know by leaving your comments below.