Rocking the 70's

I know you will probably be thinking that we had 70's as well as 60's in Spring / Summer but I can promise you they will be staying but with a different look. 


The 70's that  you will see this Autumn / Winter  are the floppy hats, the wide leg trouser, the granny dress. I think you will see a far more boho look rather than that of untidiness. Perfect for all of you who like to look 'put together'


I am also loving the American Indian blanket shawls and the tribal Aztec print kaftans influence. 


For Winter I am a real lover of wool and am so pleased to see mix-and-match knitwear ( you can team it with your flares  )  and from a length point of view you will see mid length rather than mini or full length.



I wonder what will be your favourite item? Let me know

Lots of Love

Lisa

Colour Blocking is here to stay...for AW11/12

Well, I for one are so pleased to see that we will be seeing the continuation of colour blocking this Autumn/Winter. So please don't feel the desire to wrap up in greys,blacks,navy blues and browns this season, throw caution to the wind and brighten up your Autumn/Winter wardrobe

Intense oceanic blues, vibrant lipstick fuchsias and firelight oranges ripple through the collections. Worn head to toe in expansive dresses or full length coats, the impact of this colour wave is akin to being visually electrocuted. The fabrics are as rich as the colour is concentrated. This colour ‘bang’ won’t work if the material is cotton or linen, it needs the sturdy powerful dye-fastness of silks, suedes and wools.

I was shopping today in Claires Accessories ( it's school holidays so I was dragged in my by 7 year old daughter! ) and their new collections are in, great little fake leather handbags in cerise pink, bright orange and oatmeal.....a great accessory to brighten up any outfit.

More tomorrow, its time for the revival of the 70's

Lots of love

Lisa

'Top Shop' heaven

During my 'free' day yesterday I found myself in the high street browsing around the shops to see the new exciting additions.

I have to say Top Shop blew me away with these stunning pieces;

This is a gorgeous wrap style dress, perfect for the Slender/Athletic, Hour glass and Pear shape body shape.

This dress gives the body shape accentuation to the waist and the bottom half floats over the curves of both the Pear and the Hour glass but gives the slender/athletic more curves.

A little coloured belt has been added to create a break in the middle.
Great for an evening out with a pair of nude platform courts or a wedge for a more casual occassion. Pop it with some gold accessories to complete the look.

If you want to wear this dress during the daytime pop the lovely oatmeal waisted cardi with it to soften the look. Maybe try a navy blue belt, looks lovely with the rust colour of the dress.

 

And to complete the look this is a stunning single breasted jacket. I have been telling everyone to try the on trend sand colour with navy this season as it looks stunning and this jacket just proves I was right!!! ( Don't tell my hubby )

I can also see this jacket with a lovely white shirt or t.shirt and a pair of indigo skinny jeans for those with a more classic personality.

So, who will be racing to the high street for these gorgeous items? I know I will!

lots of love

Lisa

What is 'Cages'?

So, what on earth is this trend for AW2011, actually is is quite harmless.
It is basically where bars of fabric envelop and bind and wind tightly around the garment and body.

Beautifully shows off the waist, perfect for the slender/athletic body shape as it givesit the waist it doesn't have. Also great for the small hour glass body shape as it really accentuates the wais which dips in.

These are lovely examples from the catwalk show of Louis Vuitton.

















So, will you dare to wear this one, it will look amazing, go on give it a go

I'll be back on Tuesday with more 'Colour blocking' for Autumn / Winter 2011

Have a great weekend

Love
Lisa

Love Lisa

It's Fur!

There is something about the Autumn/Winter months when you feel the desire to wrap up warm and look cosy in the process.

I personally adore this season, I feel the looks that you can create are simple, chic and incredibly stunning ( my signature style as a stylist ). Don't get me wrong I like the looks of the Spring / Summer but I LOVE the cooler months.













Stunning jacket by Matthew Williamson

So, I am really pleased to see the Fur trend continuing to be part of our AW2011, we had the shearling last year but for this season you will see wool fur and it will be seen in 'clumps' of fur randomly sewn into garments so they look fab but will not give you any warmth.
You will see the clumps on the shoulder and as the faux alternative is always popular this will keep you warm, snug and cosy. You will also see coloured faux fur which will create a dramatic look and is perfect for anyone looking to create their individual style.

So, a must have this season will be a garment with a piece of faux fur either a base neutral colour or coloured ( if you want to create impact )

Here is a great example of the 'clumps'. Beautiful by David Koma.

More tomorrow...... It's called 'Cages', now you just have to find out so see you tomorrow

Love
Lisa

Autumn/Winter 2011

Well, as you have probably seen the high street is gradually filling up with their new season stock and if you are anything like me my favourite season is Autumn/Winter so I am just so excited!

But, what will we all be wearing this AW11?

In the next few days I will be letting you into what will be hot to wear.There are approx 9 looks you can choose from so sit back and enjoy........

Did you like the florals this season, well they are here to stay for AW11 but you will see them in a different light.
We saw big blooms this season and also very feminine small and dainty florals but for AW11 the florals are inspired by Chinese porcelain and Fabergé eggs. These florals are rendered realistically, romantically, radically and with such ravishing results.

Like every season please dont feel pressurised to look 'trendy', you can wear what suits your own personality and lifestyle and intergrate the trends into your wardrobe to suit you.

For me, trends are fab, everyone of any age can wear them, we will all just wear them a little differently.

We all have our own signature style.......do you know yours?

Tomorrow......FUR!

See you soon

Love

Lisa

Sheer Heaven!

I was so lucky to spend the day on Wednesday with my mum at the amazing Spa at

Pennyhill Park Hotel

This is a day I just have to tell you about, it really is sheer heaven. We were met at the reception and shown to the changing rooms where we promptly changed into our swimming cossies, robes and slippers.....our day was about to begin!!

This is the place where you really can relax, chill out and literally let your stress and worries wash away in the outside hot tubs. You are unable to get service on your phone ( I tried! ) so you have no choice but to switch off from the outside world.

We decided to sit down and relax around the pool with a newspaper as well as catch up on all our gossip, wouldn't you love to sit around here? The water is warm and the tranquility is sheer heaven.

The day was not too warm but I was desperate to try the outside hot tubs, my mum was not too sure! Well, with the wind blowing in our hair we sat in the hot tub for about 1/2 hour ( we had alot to talk about! ).  We only moved to change to another hot tub!

Then...we decided that we really needed to try the thermal rooms ( we didn't want to miss anything! ). Firstly we sat in a mosaic tiled room where the chairs were warm and your body felt just engulfed in the warmth. After trying the other thermal rooms we were feeling rather warm so decided to take the plunge and enter the 'Ice Cave'. For anyone who knows me I really do not like the cold so for my mum to see me rubbing gorgeous smelling ice on my body was a sight to be seen.

The picture below shows the beautiful ice fountain and 2 walls of ice.

Our day was rounded off with a stunning cream tea and more talking. I was finally dragged away at 6.00pm with my skin feeling wonderful, all the gossip caught up on and with a feeling of total wellbeing.

This, in my opinion is THE SPA to go to. Treat yourself, mum, friend and enjoy this truly wonderful experience. It cannot be missed!

Love

Lisa