FAUSTINE STEINMETZ SS15

Faustine Steinmetz SS15 was all about denim, redeveloped shredded white shirts, brilliant white platform sneakers, bed hair & natural makeup. The sporty aesthetic mixed in with a 90s vibe, blues, teals & the odd touch of dark blue denim. Initially the presentation seemed a little intimidating to shoot, but I kind of like how the dramatic shadows & shadowed cheekbones turned out! Stark, but entrancing.

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{all photos & edits by me}

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PALMER // HARDING SS15

This was undoubtedly my favourite collection from fashion week SS15, Palmer // Harding presented a beautifully modern, ethereal look consisting of burnt orange metallics, studded wire mesh slippers, & lighter than light draped silhouettes. Unlike some collections whose existence rests purely on the theatrical & the show, here were pieces that I could actually see styled into everyday life! Some of my favourite items included the high-necked sweaters & tees with cut-out embroidered motifs, & the delicately modest skirts with a flash of bronze cut through or a vibrant yellow lining dancing as the models strode into view. The collection was presented over at the wonderfully architectural Lincolns Inn Chapel Undercroft.

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ORLA KIELY SS15 - FLOWER POWER

Orla Kiely SS15 was a throwback to the designer's roots (pun unintended): flower power, pattern, femininity & colour. Orla never fails to be creative with her presentation sets, & this season she displayed the collection over at the Vinyl Factory,  complete with working "gardener" painters in the background (real life Californian artist Alia Penner). The nostalgic wildflower motif was updated into the modern woman's wardrobe via patterned backpacks, neon waterproofs & relaxed silk pants. She continues her collaboration with Clarks, with loafers and mary jane t-bar sandals completing each look.

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ALL WHITE NOW

skirt - asos

blouse - h&m

trainers - gola x liberty

sunglasses - dior

tote - lfw ong-oaj pairam

watch - michael kors

ring - accessorize

I love the concept of an all-white outfit, especially out of the summer season, it gives a clean, high-end look (although of course it's pretty hard to maintain - cut to friday afternoon during fashion week where i'm in the loos at Somerset House with some Vanish, scrubbing to remove some red lipstick!) I fell in love with this skirt when I first saw it on Juley over at her blog, & so with a hop, click & a jump, had it delivered just in time for fashion week this season. I'm hoping to transition it into the cooler months with some funky ankle boots, either keeping the white theme going, or maybe with some cut-out black chunky heels.. watch this space. 

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{photos by Sophie, edits by me}

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BIG SKIRTS AND CROPPED KNITS

Wore this skirt for the first time yesterday; it was only when I got home that I realised the tag was still attached! *d'oh!*

The full shape & structure of the skirt reminded me of the big skirts at Dior this season, & I really wanted to clash the pretty pastel colours with a 1970s orange knit. I've pretty much found my (literal) comfort zone in flats & pumps recently, these grey pumps from Primark fitting the bill on so many days. I'm also tempted to take my first foray into the Allstar market, maybe a pair of red or neutral cream ones to wear with dresses into the Autumn...

We tried out the Providores & Tapa Room for brunch beforehand: Turkish eggs with yoghurt & chilli served with soda bread, & eggs on chorizo were recommended, as was the bloody mary...

Happy Bank Holiday Weekend!

sweater & skirt - topshop
top (just seen) - h&m
pumps - primark
bag - zara
sunglasses - dior
watch - michael kors
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{all portraits by Sophie, edits by me}

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ORLA KIELY / BRITISH SUMMERTIME

There's this hidden corner of Clapham that Sophie & I head to when the sun's out & we feel like dancing around in new outfits & getting a bit snap-happy, & of course there's nothing more suitable for this than an Orla Kiely dress & matching shoes! I originally wore this dress to London Fashion Week last season, so when it came up in a 50% flash-sale I couldn't resist! Huge thanks to Clarks too, who are producing the Orla Kiely footwear range & rather wonderfully sent me this gorgeous Marianne pair...

Afterwards, Sophie & I headed to the new No.32 in Clapham (used to be the Frog), & whilst they had a few teething problems (smoke alarm for starters!), the food was certainly worth waiting for!

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{all portraits by Sophie, edits by me}

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SUMMER SUN, BLUEBELLS, & BAKED CAMEMBERT

Last weekend I met up with the family in Dulwich park, & it seemed like the first signs of Summer were making their appearance!

{wearing: dress by New Look, jumper & pumps by Topshop, sunglasses by Miu Miu}

After a walk in the park, we headed to The Plough for lunch, where we enjoyed baked Camembert with chutney, Gloucester Old Spot sausages with beer-mustard mash, the crispiest onion rings & gravy, plus rib-eye steak with baked tomato, mashed potato, & peppercorn sauce. Following which, we indulged in some Pimms & fruit jelly with toffee-apple ice-cream, & peach & raspberry crumble served with raspberry sorbet. Yum!

Spotted this rather tall bee in a hat, looking down at us outside the pub!

...& then we popped to the Horniman Museum, & came across this pretty cool/scary artifact:

After saying hello to the long-haired goats, I finished the evening back in Clapham, jug of Pimms on order. Yup, Summer has arrived!

Have a fab weekend!

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{all photos & edits by me, except top photos by Dad}

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