Snow Queen inspiration at Topshop

Posted on December 4, 2015 by fashion-mommy

Hans Christian Anderson was a true literary genius wasn’t he. For when he created the Snow Queen, he not only created one of the most memorable characters in children’s literature, he also produced a legendary fashion icon. When Winter comes, and if there is even a little chance of snow, the stark white, slivers of silver and lashings of fur become total wardrobe favourites. Because who doesn’t want to look like a beautiful Snow Queen in a Winter Wonderland?

This season Topshop have created a range of pieces that will allow you to take inspiration from that chilly but beautiful fashionista, with dresses that have sequins and sparkle, cuddly fur coats that would work as a daytime look slung over jeans and a Christmas jumper, or worn over the little black dress for a glamorous evening event.

The accessories are pretty fabulous too. Luxurious furry scarves and cute earmuffs will help you be the warmest Snow Queen around (if that is allowed of course, bit of an oxymoron to have a hot Snow Queen…). Shoes have to be sparkling metallics that would be very difficult to walk on ice in, but pretty all the same.

So, channel your inner Snow Queen this season, and dream of a White Christmas.

Snow Queen Inspiration

Topshop does Snow Queen

Embellished Low-Back Bodycon Dress
Price: £115.00
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Tinsel Wrap A-Line Dress
Price: £49.00
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Pointelle Panel Dress
Price: £45.00
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Lamé Slip Dress by Boutique
Price: £125.00
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Lace Swing Dress
Price: £39.00
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Sequin Embellished Jacket
Price: £65.00
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Core Faux Fur Stole
Price: £28.00
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**Faux Fur Hooded Coat By Kendall + Kylie at Topshop
Price: £110.00
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SNO Faux Fur Earmuffs
Price: £12.00
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Curly Faux Fur Double Breasted Coat
Price: £95.00
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Faux Fur Compact Coat
Price: £89.00
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Crinkled Faux Fur Gilet
Was £65.00
Now £35.00
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POTION Limited Edition Sandals
Price: £125.00
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GALLOP Crackle Court Shoes
Price: £59.00
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Geometric Chain Collar
Price: £15.00
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Caged Pearl Shoulder Drape Necklace
Price: £28.00
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Christmas Glamour from Phase Eight & Studio 8

Posted on November 17, 2015 by fashion-mommy

When it comes to glamorous occasion dressing, Phase Eight can always be relied upon. And now, Sister brand Studio 8 is also continuing the good work, with beautiful pieces that go up to size 24. With Christmas less than 40 days away, this post is dedicated to pieces that can be worn over the Christmas period, from Christmas day celebrations, to partying the night away on New Year’s Eve.

But this post does come with a difference. Regular readers of this blog will know that I am obsessed with dresses, and that when it comes to evening wear, I always step towards the dress rail. This post, however, does not contain a single dress. There are beautiful skirts that can be teamed with sparkly tops of soft knit jumpers, tops of the sheer, glittering and fringed kind, and faux fur jackets that you can wear just about everywhere.

And then there are jumpsuits. It seems hard now to remember when these items were just bad fashion relics from Sheena Easton, Kelly Marie and the year 1980. These days you be hard pushed to find a party where at least three women aren’t wearing one. I get this totally, they’re comfortable, sexier than a maxi skirt and yet cover the legs for those who hate this part of their body. Going to the toilet is still a hassle, but it’s a small part to play, especially when the jumpsuits are as amazing as Studio 8’s Helen design.

Studio 8

Nasia Sequin Skirt £89 click to visit Phase Eight

Nasia Sequin Top
£79.00 click to visit Phase Eight

Shimmer Scuba Skirt £79 click to visit Phase Eight

Antonella Sequin Double Layer Knit Top £85 click to visit Phase Eight

Janessa Jumpsuit
£120.00 click to visit Phase Eight

Ena Beaded Pencil Skirt now £44.50 click to visit Phase Eight

Clara Tabard Tunic
£59.00 click to visit Phase Eight

Cici Fringe Top
Sale
£45.00 click to visit Phase Eight

Zola Faux Fur Jacket
£140.00 click to visit Phase Eight

Viola Jumpsuit
Sale
£65.00 Click to visit Phase Eight

Studio 8

Tyra Sequin Top
£75.00 Click to visit Studio 8

Sophia Top £65 Click to visit Studio 8

Helen Jumpsuit
£120.00 click to visit Studio 8

Jennifer Jumper
£79.00 click to visit Phase Eight

Leona Lace Cardigan
Sale
£39.00 click to visit Studio 8

Dorothy Perkins Winter Warmers

Posted on November 1, 2015 by fashion-mommy

1st November. And although the sun is now shining high in the sky, this morning there was a definite cold chill in the air, along with mist and fog that said just one thing – Winter is coming. As a person who hates all things cold, and longs for sunshine and heat, the only things that make me even slightly smile at the coming of Winter is Christmas, and the chance to add some sparkle and winter woollies to the wardrobe. Frankly everything else, the cold, snow, sleet, dark nights, dark mornings, sludge etc, etc, can just do one! (Anything mulled can stay though…)

This month the fashion focus is going to be looking at everything that is warm and cosy or glam or glitzy. With Christmas on the way it is definitely the right time to be looking for that knockout dress and jumpsuit that will basically serve you all through party season, but this week also sees Bonfire Night, so jumpers and winter warmers are also right at the top of your shopping agenda. Add in all those lovely Christmas markets that will be starting very soon, and it is quite clear your wardrobe needs to be Winter ready right now.

I’m starting the November focus with a look at Dorothy Perkins – it is always one of my fave stores for affordable, quality fashion, and this is certainly the case once again this season. Key picks are faux fur – either as a full length coat or just a super cute collar. I have also added a couple of Christmas ready jumpers, ranging from the obvious (dog with antlers anyone?) to the more subtle sparkle of the snowflake jumper.

What is on your shopping list this month?