The hype has already begun building for the launch of the second Sex and the City movie in May and there are rumours abound - does Samantha Jones finally get married? She is the only one who hasn't tied the knot so far... The last movie really hit new heights with the array of fashion,... Continue Reading →
Birthstones: February – Amethyst
Legend has it that the amethyst comes from the story of a young girl who was about to be attached by tigers, but was turned into crystal to save her from this fate. The Greek god Bacchus then poured grape juice over her in sadness, turning her a deep purple colour. The tones of amethyst... Continue Reading →
Grace Kelly – Style Icon
We are very excited about the V and A exhibition starting on the 17th April. The Grace Kelly - Style Icon exhibition will show the development of her wardrobe, from Hollywood starlet to Princess of Monaco. there will be about 50 outfits, including the dress she wore to accept her Oscar in 1955, a selection... Continue Reading →
Mad Men pearl glamour
We love 'Mad Men', mostly for the fashion - set as 1950's glamour was developing into the modern cuts of swinging 60's. The costume designers have really captured this era, but with the modern cuts that bring the look right up to date. January Jones' character Betty Draper pulls off the classic look with a... Continue Reading →
Get Livia’s Look
Livia Firth has set herself a challenge - 'The Green Carpet Challenge' - to wear only sustainable, ethical or eco outfits to all the awards ceremonies this season. This season she accompanies her husband, actor Colin Firth, to all the ceremonies where he has been nominated numerous times for Best Actor for his role in... Continue Reading →
Wild at Heart
Blow him away with these gorgeous bridal looks from the Mar/Apr issue of 'You and Your Wedding' - floaty empire line dresses with dramatic acessories, such as the Tatania choker in grey freshwater pearls from Coleman Douglas Pearls. http://www.pearls.co.uk/
Say it with pearls
If you are planning to pop the question this valentines day, how will you mark the occasion in a unique way? The idea of an engagement ring is a fairly new one, and the trend for diamonds was the result of a marketing campaign by the large diamond company, DeBeers. Many newly engaged couples are... Continue Reading →
Top Wedding Trends
Top wedding trends website 'The Knot' has announced the top trends for 2010 weddings. Amongst the hi-tech world of Twitter and Facebook, the top trend this year will be a throwback to Retro Glamour - referencing the hollywood idols of the 50's and 60's such as Grace Kelly and Audrey Hepburn. The sophisitcation of the... Continue Reading →