Christmas Gift Guide For The Fashion Junkie

Here are some top presents for the fashion junkie in your life.

 

We love these ASOS.com Knicker Shorts in Jewel Sequins: £45.00
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Nothing adds style like a good coat. Who even cares what you are wearing underneath. Karen Millen Tweed Coat: £275 from Selfridges

Karen Millen tweed coat

This beautiful Mint Velvet Cable Knit Jumper from John Lewis is perfect for Christmas and beyond. £59

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The matchesfashion.com sale continues! Shop part two now with up to 50% off the best international designers including Chloé, Givenchy, Valentino, Stella McCartney and Dolce & Gabbana. We love this Peter Pilotto dress was £756 Now £529 Save 30%
 Peter Pilotto Eva panelled-print dress

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French Connection have 50% off. We love this Belle Boucle Wool Coat £140.

 

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House of Fraser has up to 40% off including 15% off Beauty. We love these Jane Norman Metallic Contrast Heel Sandals. £35

 Jane Norman Metalic contrast heel sandals

Great wool gilet by Josh & Nicol

great wool gilet by Josh & Nicol

Shibumi for dressing down and relaxing, we love this decadent cashmere dressing gown. What a perfect way to spend Christmas day. Available in five colourways – Wedgewood, Imperial Red, Eau de Nil, Crimson Red and Verdigris, the dressing gown is £225 and comes in small, medium and large. Gowns are normally £225 but are currently on a special Christmas price of £180.

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Designer and owner Ruth Guise says “I want to provide women with pieces that look and feel fantastic – and last beyond a trend. ” Born into a family of creatives and tailors. Her grandmother was a couture dressmaker, and Ruth spent her childhood watching and learning how to create a chic dress from a simple piece of fabric.

A fully bespoke service is also available.

Shibumi is available online at www.shibumistyle.com and at shows and events across the UK.

 

Firetrap shredded Shoulder Biker Jacket (£119) www.firetrap.com
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Scandale Sirene The Dress (£60) Amazon.com
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Dior houndstooth skirt (£99) www.enamoda.com

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Spring & Summer 2011 – Part One – Fashion Looks – Wear It Like You Know It! {Fashion}

So here it is – the start of a fresh new year, with the fashion world upon us. For all you keen fashion lovers out there, prepare to be geared up for a wonderful selection of bright, uniformed, geometrics and an array of textures and bedazzling patterns. 2011 is indeed the year for dynamic fashion.

We see a variety of emerging and reinvented trends, year by year. This year makes a stand for some interesting themes.

Here’s a look into the Spring/Summer Key themes – Military meets Biker. Yes, the military style has been on the fashion scene for quite some time now, and even though this look is great; screaming versatility and can be worn on both a formal and casual basis, this year will highlight room for change.

Introducing the Biker/Motorcycle theme, I remember spying a biker jacket last year whilst strutting down the streets of Soho myself. This is a look that has been in the shadows of fashion since forever, and this year will be a crystal replacement to the military mode we are so used to. Quilted and zipped sleeves will also be a big look, with the added accessory of belts and shimmering bags to accompany. Alexander Wang and Balmain (a personal favourite) have a great range – for the more affordable take – be prepared to hoist River Island‘s asymmetric zip jacket – striking and edgy.

Punk Fashion – Again, this look has been in the mix of a la Rock meets Boy George, largely appealing through 2010. However and somewhat measured by the ‘crowd’ it is most suited to, probably because this look is one that is pretty hard to master, but continuously influential in the fashion world.

2011 will make an iconic stand in Punk Wear – more so in the way it will be experimented with, within other genres. Renowned brand Balmain are at the top of their league when it comes to this look – a real one to look out for – if you can configure the art of Punk to your wardrobe collection, you are doing pretty well! Think Chuck Taylor’s and Motorcycle boots! Treat yourself and take a trip down to Camden Lock and Soho, and be dazzled by the sheer range of punk enthused clothing – at a much more affordable price!

The 70’s Look – 70’s style is all about glamour, so it’s no wonder the striking geometrics and elegance of the bohemian look, are making such a comeback. Flowing dresses, silks and satins being prominent, creating a look of sophistication and feminine, earthy glamour. Faye Dunaway, Angelica Huston and Bianca Jagger are just a few examples of the range to this unique glamour.

The key to winning this style is confidence and boldness. Being experimental is a must. By day – sophisticated block patterns, deep colours. High waisted Wide Leg trousers, accompanied by cute, silk/satin blouses in lighter colours, rolled up sweaters and turtle necks – indeed a Farrah Fawcett look by day. For the evening – silks, satins and metallic patterns. Beautiful dresses with low neck cuts and sexy slits.

The 60’s Fashion Spot – 2011 makes a gateway for one of the most illustrated and sought after looks of all time. Be prepared for bright colours, fresh looking pastels, an array of florals and pinks. Check out Louis Vuitton and Jayson Brunsdon for inspiration. High waisted floral and checked skirts – pinstripe dresses in calming colours, high waisted belts in a multitude of reds, yellows and greens. Bold accessories which make for completion of this look will include heavy beads, 60’s cat-like glasses and sunglasses. Think Jacqueline Kennedy, Twiggy and Edie Sedgewick.