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Barbara Hulanicki for George – Brightest drop yet
I am a huge fan of Barbara Hulanicki, since reading her autobiography I was fascinated by her drive and glamour, and the allure of Biba, which even now, almost 40 years since it shut it’s doors, still has the aura of decadence and beauty, and a glamorous mystique which I don’t think can be applied to any other shop or store. In recent years, Barbara has used patterns, cuts and styles of the past and has applied them to an affordable collection for George at Asda. The collection has been very popular and successful, and the latest drop has just gone live online and in stores. I have to say…
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Vintage Love for This Old thing
My summer television treat has been ‘This Old Thing – the Vintage Clothes Show’. Presented by Dawn O Porter, ‘This Old thing’ is a delve into the world of vintage fashion and how to shop for it. I love anything shopping related, and this series shows some of the beautiful items that can be found if you have a magpie’s eye. But as much as I have loved the series, I do think it has uncovered some of the major problems of shopping vintage. This Old Thing has shown that when you look into the past for your inspiration, you can find something that is unique, beautiful and well-made. Unfortunately,…
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Kimono Love from F&F Clothing
In recent years, the Kimono has become an essential part of our summer wardrobes. This versatile item is beloved of festival fans who love the boho vibe it gives an outfit, while kimono’s also prove to be a great way of accessorising beach wear, looking fabulous when worn with a floppy hat and simple black bikini. I have a quite a few kimono’s in my wardrobe, which I usually wear layered over jeans and vest tops to make casual daytime looks a little more special. A couple of my favourite Kimonos Now, I wear kimono jackets a lot, I love the beautiful printed versions and the slight touch of the…
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Fabulous Food from Bun and Bowl
For foodies, Birmingham is becoming a really good place to enjoy delicious food, with lots of new eateries popping up, offering a wide array of cuisines that suit all tastes. One of the most recent to open is Bun and Bowl, which is located in the Iconic building that is ‘The Cube’. Bun and Bowl was launched in May and is a deluxe burger and shrimp restaurant. I was invited to the opening, but due to family commitments I couldn’t make it, so when I was asked if I would like to sample the menu I was really excited. And so, last Friday night, I took the hubby along to…
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Celebrity Get the Look featuring Fearne Cotton, Victoria Beckham and Mary J Blige
It’s probably the understatement of the year, but I’m going to say it anyway – boy it’s been a hot one! The glorious weather brings a seasonal, tropical flavour to the latest get the celebrity look post, with summer looks reigning supreme. So in this post we have catsuits from Diane Von Furstenberg. These are perfect for balmy summer evenings, as shown by the fabulous Mary J Blige. There is also a cheaper version from Anna Scott at Zalando which I think is a great, versatile buy. We also have the Hobbs dress that was a hit when Kim Sears was spotted wearing it at this year’s Wimbledon. Also on…
