CASLAZUR AW14 - HOSTED BY MISHKINS

The Caslazur AW14 collection was presented over at Mishkins restaurant on Catherine Street in Covent Garden, just a few minutes away from the hub-bub of Somerset House. I had a quick chat with the lovely Cassie, the designer behind the collection, who was wearing one of the enviable white & pink bomber jackets that I'm sure lots of people will be itching to get their hands on! From a distance, the geometrically arranged patterns adorning the clothes look botanical in nature, but Cassie revealed that a closer look would uncover a rather cheeky display of naked nipples! This fun, subtle approach to the print was offset by some more classic pieces in the collection, a wraparound belted winter coat, a gorgeous off-white-to-violet ombre evening gown.  In a nod towards such classic cuts, Cassie is taking the label to more red-carpet events & glamourous nights out on the town; recent spots have included actress Ophelia Loveibond, plus an appearance at last night's BAFTA's!

The clothes were worn at Mishkins, who rather wonderfully put on some gorgeous diner-style food: mini-burgers, rolls, & milkshakes topped with striped straws. Pink bombers & long evening gowns with comfort cuisine? Pretty perfect combination if you ask me.

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MORE ISSUES THAN VOGUE / BOSIDENG PARTY

I'm so into wordy tees at the moment, even though it's probably a fashion moment that will pass in a blink!

On Thursday I was invited to attend the fancy new Bosideng store in London, a Chinese menswear label. It may have been for men, but the big leather holdall bags? How perfect would they be for a weekend getaway??

(I'm also really into the lookbook shots, the moody photos of pensive bearded men look like an editorial straight out of Oh Comely magazine)

I was wearing:

sunglasses : Karen Walker

necklace : Topshop

watch : Michael Kors

leather braclet : Banana Republic

tee : ebay

pants : Topshop

bag : Zara

flats : forever21

Thanks Village Press & Bosideng!


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{portraits by Sophie, other photos & all edits by me}

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KRYSTOF STROZYNA SIGNATURE 2013

Goodley PR showcased Krystof Strozyna's new signature line this evening, & after seeing all the super sharp geometric shapes & sunny colours on display, I couldn't wait to post some of the photos from the event!

I loved the little pleats everywhere, particularly cut just below the hip, so flattering & yet definitively unique, a nice change-over from the almost ubiquitous peplum around these days..

Don't ask me why, but these wrist adornments remind me of pony's ankles & horseshoes! A clearly unintended equestrian link, but I'd totally wear them! It's like an update to the wristband of the 80s or the choker of the 90s...

In line with my current obssession, I'm continuing to wear printed cigarette pants - these from Zara - & it seems like I'm not the only one, as there was a whole roster of fashionistas out tonight donning printed silks, trousers, pants, & skirts! #loveit

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{all photos by me, or Kevin, edits by me}

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JENA THEO A/W 2013

Well, i'm finally sorting through all my photos from London Fashion Week this past Spring - somewhat belatedly, i know! My justification being that we are still heading towards the season, & it will be several months (hopefully!) before Autumn/Winter practically takes hold.

Jena Theo's private presentation in Somerset House this season was fantastic, as usual. Fun, sassy & striking. Awesome inspiration - or perhaps i should say "how rad, cool man!" #bringbackthenineties

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PINTEREST INSPIRATION

There are some outfits that inspire you, & others that you just basically want to replicate down to the tee! That's how I felt when I caught sight of the outfit above, in the middle. Printed silk trousers & cosy fitted knits are the perfect transitioning pieces in this pretty awful/unseasonal weather.

Other pieces seriously on my LOVE list at the moment: statement sunglasses, statement skirts (see the theme?), messy buns, & sporty footwear:

Have a fab weekend! 


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New House!

Out with the old & in with the new (or vintage!) I moved house last weekend, & am loving the reawoken decorating bug that I've developed, it's such fun*!

I picked up the Ferragamo's from Beyond Retro for 20 pounds! Okay, so they don't fit me, but i still feel they're a good investment!

*(ohh dear, I think i've watched too much of Miranda recently, those 2 words are teasing me!)

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