I’m going to be spending a couple of hours travelling both this weekend and next due, so I’ve been looking for something comfortable to wear on the train, without looking like a slob. Having outgrown my Converse I’ve been stuck between a rock and a hard place whilst trying to decide whether I want to go for a pair of Superga and Vans. Until I saw these.
Exclusive to My-Wardrobe, these turquoise lace up plimsoles are perfect for the 5 hour train journey and I won’t have to worry about arriving at my destination bedraggled and looking like I just rolled out of bed. Perfect!
Whilst the last two weeks have bought us the first hint of sunshine in more than a few months, temperatures have still left us unable to completely break out our daisy dukes and racer vests.
I know I'm not the only one that has been left confused as to whether I should reach for my peacock coat or Topshop waterfall blazer. Today i decided to go with the peacoat and then found myself feeling as hot as a Mexican whilst walking to Marks on my lunch break. It wasn't long until my common sense hit me and I realized that what I really needed was to order a new trench coat - the perfect compromise for when the weather can't quite make it's mind up.
We all know that Burberry is the go to brand for a modern trench (anyone who doesn't know that clearly hasn't seen Rosie in the Burberry Body ad!) but let's be realistic, not all of us can afford the almost £700 price tag.
Fret no more, I have found the perfect substitute - this Paul & Joe Sister 'New Look' trench. Whilst I realize it's not the traditional beige that Burberry offer, but if you can't get the real deal, this black trench is a pretty good alternative option.
Coming in at only £329 it won't break the bank and is the perfect piece to make the winter to spring transition in style. Get it now at my-wardrobe.com
Yet another gorgeous piece from our jewellery box from the god send that is mywardrobe.com this week.
We've rapidly seen an increase in popularity of stacking rings over the last year or so and I have to say these are the prettiest ones I have seen in a long time!
By Iosselliani these bright rings will set you back only £165 and the best part is that, when you feel stacking rings are no longer appropriate? Just wear the simply for a simple yet noticeable look.
Although I'm on a gap year, I've just been invited to my University's Graduates Ball with my best friend. I thought seeing as we wont be graduating (Lauren opted not to take a year out), it will be the perfect opportunity for our last student shin dig together.
I've been looking over Girl Meet's Dress with the thought of hiring a full length gown but nothing seemed to catch my eye, luckily Mywardrobe.com came through again with this new Milly Dress which is perfect for the occasion and unlike a hired dress, can be worn again.
It's full, printed skirt is the perfect contrast with the black satin top half of the dress and it's 50's shape brings an instant style update to any wardrobe.
2011 has certainly been a positive year for the fashion industry, from the controversy of Galliano's sacking from Dior to Versace's huge launch for H&M. Here are my highlights of the year.
Style Crush - Chloe Moretz
She may only be 14, but Chloe has literally had me Googling everyone of her outfits this year, from the LBD she wore at the premier of I Am Number Four to the winning velvet top/pencil skirt combo worn at the Paris premiere of Hugo.
A hard choice considering other luxury e-tailers such as Net-a-Porter and Matches but My-Wardrobe won me over with their easy navigation, features and more importantly their Christmas room, a handy little section dedicated to helping you find the perfect gift or party dress.
Story of the Year - Diors New Man
After the suspension and consequential sacking of Galliano after his anti-semantic remarks in February of this year, the fashion rumor mill went into overdrive with news of his replacement. With everyone from Alaia to Alber Elbaz being fingered as the front runner for the job, it appeared that Louis Vuittons' Marc Jacobs was the definite successor after months of negotiations as reported in credible fashion sites such as Vogue and WWD. We're still waiting for the official announcement but supposedly Jil Sander's Raf Simons is currently in talks with the French fashion giant and is said to be 'hammering out the final details'.
Rosie has without a doubt had her most successful years yet. Not only is she one of Victoria's Secret's 'Angels' but the 24 year old moved in with beau Jason Statham, starred in Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon, became the new face of Marks & Spencer's alongside the perfection that is Ryan Reynolds, won the new Burberry Body campaign and starred on the cover of Vogue in the UK and German. That's only to name a few.
Television Advert - Paco Rabbanne One Million
So it's not a female scent, it's not the best male scent, but put together the gorgeousness that is Mat Gordon and the beat of The Chemical Brothers 'Do it again' and your onto something. It makes me dance every time it comes on!
Ad Campaign - Chanel
Freja Beha Erichsen showed just how worthy she was of Lagerfeld's approval this year with this A/W 2011 ad campaign in which she was styled by Carine Rotfield in these Parisienne shots.
Duo - Dakota and Elle Fanning
We've known Dakota since she starred in 2003's The Cat in the Hat but little sister Elle only became big this year after appearing in Super 8 and appearing at the MTV Movie Awards in the cutest D&G playsuit. The duo have not only hit headlines in the style stakes but have also caused controversy when Dakota's 'Oh Lola' ad campaign for Marc Jacobs was banned by the ASA as they described it as 'sexualising children'.
Wedding - Breaking Dawn
It was a year for weddings in 2011 with Kate Middleton, Kate Moss, Sophia Coppolla, Lily Allen and Zara Phillips all tying the knot. The dresses created were, for the most part, off the charts. My favourite however was without a doubt, a fictional one. The fourth installment of The Twilight Saga saw two of the story's main characters, Edward and Bella say 'I do' with Carolina Herrera creating the highly anticipated gown.
Not only did he put flat shoes back on the map for SS 2012 but the Scottish designer followed in the footsteps of Erdem to win the New Establishment Award and launched a new collaboration with J Brand. He's not only gone and made neon fashionable again, but was also announced to remind Italian designer Donatella Versace of her late brother Gianni after the two worked together on the brands sister line Versus.
Today's pick has to be this absolutely STUNNING Marc by Marc Jacobs dress new in today on my-wardrobe. I've never been the biggest fan of this sister brand to the Marc Jacobs mainline but this crochet dress has changed my whole perspective.
It's crochet detailing fits it in comfortably with many of the upcoming trends, and its pencil shape means it will give the wearer (me) a sleek yet stunning silhouette. Easily the best creation by the Marc Jacobs diffusion line there has been.
I was walking to work on Wednesday morning, annoyed at the fact that it wasn't yet 7am and I'd already managed to get my trousers muddy, annoyed at my lack of sleep the previous night, and annoyed that despite it being late August, we'd yet to see a true summers day. I get this way a lot in the mornings. My sister sometimes says that I'm like Jekyll and Hyde.
My sister also tells me that the glass should be half full, I try to remember this when having one of my early morning mood swings. And, you know, it really does work. I mean if we had of had a true summer then I would of only been miserable for two months as I totally detest the heat. I've also trained myself to take 5 deep breaths whenever I get into one of these moods, to prevent myself to taking it out on anyone else.
So here I am standing in the middle of the street taking these deep breaths, looking a bit of an idiot, when I notice something, a smell. The smell of Autumn. Now bear with me, yes I do realise just how corny that sounds. Yet it's true, and with the thought of Autumn, my mind travels to a much happier place, one with bonfires and hot chocolate, chelsea boots and autumn jackets.
So with that in mind I decided to spend my lunch break scouring websites for what is the beginning of my winter wardrobe when I found this piece.
A Paul and Joe Sister Mixed Wool Car Coat. The double breast and textured collar give it that military feel, the fabric manages to keep it from being too formal. It looks perfect with skinnies and riding boots, or even with a nice dress with tights. Perfect for travelling the 300 miles between my house and my parents for a pre christmas visit. And at £165 it's an investment.
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Not only has Matthew Williamson this month launched his first diffusion line (MW - available from My-Wardrobe) but he has also this week announced that his S/S 12 show is to take place at The Tate Modern, becoming the first designer to do so.
He told Vogue.co.uk "It's an amazing space which I feel will contrast really well with the collection. I'm looking forward to creating an intimate space within the hall and seeing the intricately detailed clothes work against the stark, minimalist structure."
