Spring/Summer Fashion Picks

MyaBlueBeach is designed by Lindsey Brown and each piece is hand cut and individually hand finished. I checked out the range and not only are the designs great, but the cut and fabric is top class. Perfect beach wear which gives great shape, rather than a baggy tent shape. In sizes 8-20. We particularity like:

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EMMA – Turquoise & Pink Cotton Fitted Tunic with Short Sleeves £80.00
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AMORE – Designer White Kaftan beach kaftans with Gold Sequins £95.00

From http://www.myabluebeach.com/

We love this Labradorite necklace from Clea Silk Jewellery . Very summery. From http://www.cleasilk.com/jewellery.html

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The Cambridge Raincoat Company

Just because it’s summer doesn’t mean it won’t rain. Especially if you live in Britain. We love these gorgeous coats from The Cambridge Coat Company: http://www.cambridgeraincoats.co.uk/

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Also worth checking out is Vida Moda, a great site for plus size fashion, they are an online boutique that showcases fashions from European designers. They have lots of beautiful clothes on the site, proving that you can buy beautiful clothes in bigger sizes. http://vidamoda.co.uk/

Zara Taylor Jewellery have this beautiful deer ring. A kooky and unique addition to any jewellery collection that always gets people talking. http://zarataylor.co.uk/

Zara Taylor jewellery deer ring

 

Amoir Camaira have beautiful and flattering swimwear. We love the colours and designs. http://www.amoircamaira.co.uk/

Amoir Camaira Amoir CamairaEsmaya_Pink_Swimsuit_lc_sm Amoir CamairaAnd these amazing pieces from Topshop.com

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Bardot Floral Prom Dress £70.00

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Two Tone Bonded Skater Dress £75.00

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SHELLY Pink Cutout Platform £60.00

What do you think? What’s your favourite piece?

6 Best Celebrity Designers of 2013

Which designers are the celebrities clamoring after for 2013? Now that most designers have revealed their creations for spring, summer, and fall, it’s clear the cream rises to the top. Here are the designers celebrities are wearing and what’s so special about their 2013 collections.

1. Anna Sui

Anna Sui

Anna Sui

 

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Anna’s designs are frequently spotted on A-list celebrities like Vanessa Hudgens, Ashlee Simpson, Fergie, Nicole Richie, and Miley Cyrus. This spring, Sui introduced her self-titled line “Anna’s Garden.” Though the collection is unmistakably Sui, with her favored Art Nouveau prints (all designed in-house), she’s taken this year’s line to a new level of floral prints. She mixes colors and whites superbly, and the looks she creates are never overdone. Sui creates the perfect fit for celebrities wanting to be on the cutting edge of fashion, but not over the top.

2. DSquared2

DSquared2

DSquared2

 

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The team of Dean and Dan Caten currently outfit the likes of style setters Jessica Simpson, Selena Gomez, Alicia Keys, and Halle Berry. For 2013, the design team pays homage to the jazz clubs of Paris in the 1940’s. They combine masculine tailored suits with ultra feminine silk dresses, the epitome of luxury. The ensembles feature basic grays and neutrals as a backdrop for bold, fanciful colors, ideal for the sophisticated Halle Berry’s of Hollywood.

3. Alexander McQueen

Alexander McQueen

Alexander McQueen

 

Image via Flickr by Romana Correale

McQueen’s collection for 2013 took ideas from the most feminine designs all the way to erotica, so it’s no surprise to see an interesting mix of celebrities donning the outfits. Of course, McQueen was the honored designer to clothe Kate Middleton for her wedding seen ’round the world, but his designs are also popular with the likes of Kate Moss, Lady Gaga, and First Lady Michelle Obama. It’s the perfect balance of modesty to add to your collection of  variety of sexy costumes.

4. Dolce & Gabbana

Dolce & Gabbana

Dolce & Gabbana

 

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Enjoyed by starlets Jessica Alba, Scarlett Johansson, Claudia Schiffer, and Madonna, no list of top designers would be complete without Dolce and Gabbana. This year, the collection pays tribute to the festivals of Sicily, featuring raffia flour sack dresses, hair scarves, dresses and chandelier earrings adorned with street theater puppets, and separates bearing designs of Caltagirone vases and dishes.

5. Burberry Prorsum

Burberry Prorsum

Burberry Prorsum

 

Image via Flickr by OiMax

As McQueen, Prorsum ventured into the deep world of sexy this year, yet came out with a good reputation. This collection, enjoyed by Victoria Beckham, Donna Air, Sarah Jessica, Emma Stone, Naomi Watts and others, showcases the joy of erotica. Capes and corsets are the backbone of the collection. Prorsum employs an array of autumn shades with colors hailing from 1930’s era lingerie, such as shell pinks and oyster. These muted colors against bold jewel tones absolutely pop. Satin and cotton sateen fabrics lend a soft touch to the looks.

6. Emporio Armani

Emporio Armani

Emporio Armani

 

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Another staple in top designer lists, Armani dresses celebrities like Lea Michele, Penelope Cruz, Anne Hathaway, and Katie Holmes. This year, the Emporio Armani collection borrowed from all the most relevant fashion eras and brought back the very best, such as drop waist dresses and cloche hats from the Roaring 20’s. The line features faded and pastel shades, which lend femininity to the clean lines and soft shapes of the collection. Even the more tailored pieces are crafted with soft fabrics, creating the illusion of being made of fur.

With these superb collections, it won’t be any problem for celebrities to hit the streets looking runway ready.

This post was written by Shaun Chatman, who is a well published author on many authority sites. He lives in Dunedin, FL, and spends his free time playing with his kids or advising friends on everything from tech and gadgets to finance and travel.

 

Statement Jewellery | Fashion

I love statement jewellery. Why buy a new outfit when you can brighten up an old one with some statement pieces that convey your personality ad style?

This season is all about oversized jewellery, so make sure you stock up on statement pieces for spring/summer.  With designers such as Chanel, Versace and Dolce & Gabbana showcasing shoulder-length earrings and embellished cuffs on the catwalk, bigger is definitely better this season.  Stay on trend with this gorgeous selection of gems, available exclusively at QVC.

I have chosen some of my favourites. Let me know what you think.

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