Inspiration: Channelled from Garançe Doré.

I've finished my real-world responsibilities for the summer, thankfully and will be jetting off to Chile within the next few days so I'm rigorously rushing around trying to make sure I have everything ready and in place.

Tickets. Check.
Clothes for beach, day and night. Check.
Shoes (1 pair of flat boots, 1 pair of heels, Haviannas, Sandals, Chux). Check. (although I'm contemplating another pair of heels and wedges).

Presents. Check.

Ok all that is done now what to channel this summer?

Many colours, many contradictions, short shorts made their way into the Northern hemisphere, with tights, ripped leggings, butch boots, sandals, blazers.

I honestly had no idea whether we were regressing into circa 90s of Grunge or circa 70-80s of heavy metal.

Either way, I was perousing Dore's, because I haven't done so in ages, I've noticed a merging of photographs between her and Scott, I dislike this. Scott posted pictures of those cute rodeo kids, and as did Garance... I felt bored on that note BUT then she completely blew me away with the following posts of tattoo beauty, Acne clothing and SHOES that someone called Tabitha owns. *sigh*



My fashion fix is complete.

I love the woman with the tattoo, I'm thinking of getting one because she makes it look so workable, but then I remember, I'll be entering a conservative up-market profession and may not be able to hide a wrist or forearm tattoo in a board meeting. We'll see, I've given myself the deadline of 30, if I still want one by then, then I know I can live with it permanently.






Isn't she fabulous?!?

Notice they are the same Acne shoes featured on many Fashion Toast posts, however, I find they look awesome on this lady.

I'm in dire need of Acne now... Seriously and tees that embody retro faded looks, like the Heidi Klum shirts I've seen around, and the cute Transformer shirts with chinese writing on them. I usually wear them over-sized, under a blazer or two I own, with denim anything on the bottom or not always denim but skirts, pants, shorts, dresses, totally amazing.

Note to self, do a street style look asap.

xx

Source: Garance Dore

Shoes choices for the Season.

A very close fashion friend of mine made me aware of the YSL Tribute Purple Platform Suede shoes on N-a-P which also made me aware, I hadn't been scoping out the latest shoe trends. ME not focusing on SHOES!

I must be really serious about my studies, that's the only explanation because I hadn't even realised I'd neglected my shoe obsession. I usually spot the trends and get amazing 'inspired' versions because unfortunately I cannot afford the designer original, just yet. But don't you worry when I can afford them I promise you this will turn into one of those crazy 'look at me and my designer outfits I can finally afford' especially since I'm working really hard to reach that level of accomodation.

But heck, aren't we all? It's a part of the capitalist mentality, however, I believe as long as we also do good with our fortune, we are contributing to the greater good. This is a side-note for people to help out charities and volunteer at community centres!


MY FAVOURITE: YSL Tribute Purple Pumps.


MY MOST LOVED ITEM TO EVER DESIRE: Emilio Pucci featured on an interview with Julia Rostein Roitfeld.


Charlotte Olympia, Maxine Sandals


Jimmy Choo Verity Strappy Heaven.


Givenchy, Urania Feather Leather.


Marni's I'd love to see styled into Gossip Girl! How cute would Blair look in them?


Sergio Rossi for Puma, which I can see Gwen Stefani rocking.


Tory Burch.


Jimmy Choo Hamlet, So Carine Roitfeld


Miu Miu Studding.


Thakoon Mirrored Amazement!



Source: n-a-p

Dakota Fanning the Gwyneth Paltrow of Our Generation.

I've a loyal follower of Coco's Tea Party, I love her hits and misses but more importantly I love how she keeps me up to date on starlets who evolve into Style Icons.

In particular, many of you have noticed her Dakota crush and not to mention Blake's hate to love transformation (for the record I've always loved Blake, despite what she wore last year! She's amazing!).

Therefore, I find that after visiting Coco's blog today (whilst procrastinating instead of revising for my Criminal law exam Saturday), I found a striking flash back.

Then it hit me.

Gwyneth and Dakota.

Dakota, I dare say is OUR generation's answer to Gwyneth. Yes, I said it, I stick by it.











This of course then got me thinking about the movie Great Expectations and how amazing it was, and inspiring on simplistic aristocratic style and exuberance through extravagant nature that was the elder lady who's name I can never remember. Mrs Habersham? No? Oh well.






Source: Coco's Tea Party; IMDB; Great Expectations.

Spring Trends

Musical Inspiration: The Kooks - Sway.



So I've gone throw the accessories picked out for Spring (which I imagine will also be adopted in summer), I see a lot of mixture in textures, colours and of course the dark mystique undertones from Givenchy and Rodarte filtering through as inspiration and influences for many.

I've feature Chanel, Givenchy, Lanvin, and Proenza Schouler because let's face it they ruled the accessories aspect of Spring.. there are others which also made themselves known but these are my picks and you all know, I don't swim with the school of fishes, I tend to swim ahead.

Enjoy.






















Source: Style

Inspiration: Proenza Schouler

Flicking through what I missed after the massive Marant post I did during fashion week, I found I'd missed Proenza Schouler's Spring '10 RTW line.

I love the simplicity mixed with the colours! It screamsssssssssssssssssss relaxed chic.

Need to go out quickly and look like a deliciously blank canvas? No worries wear THIS, how about day to night, PERFECT, just throw on that.


MY FAVOURITE


The Others








Source: PS via Style.com

A|X: TV

Stumbling upon Armani Exchange recently, simply because I procrastinate greatly when I'm in the middle of exams, I came across a new feature on the Armani Exchange webpage.

It seems like, everything these days needs to be made accessible for the technological generation (Gen Y) and above, therefore, A|X came up with an awesome concept. It's basically grasping the internet to create a more 'behind the scenes' look at what goes on with their sponsored events, or shows and even parties.

In early October, A|X:TV was released and is quickly taking over all things multi-media in regards to fashion.

You get access to a channel called the Armani Exchange Life Video system which features, weekly updates on trends, shows and the newest feature, video-diary entries made by the A|X models and an inside look into the night-life. It's almost like reality TV means fashion bourgeoisie.

It will also feature an interview module in which DJ's will be interviewed and a bit of vlogging by them will also be done.

I was scoping it out and they actually facilitated the feed streaming into YouTube, FB and MySpace, which means when the Fall lines start getting organised and shot, this channel will be providing all the 'behind the scenes' access to the campaigns.

I was contacted by the A|X Rep, and invited to share a special invite only link to the new feature, so for all my loyal readers who have stuck by me through this busy time (and lack of posting), here's a special treat!


A|X:TV

Just click on the link to gain instant access to Armani Exchange's answer to FTV online!

Red hot summer.

Source: J&J

Apologies.

I've been really busy and have horribly neglected the blog, and during the end of fashion week none-the-less.

I do apologise!!

I'll take the opportunity to let you know my posts will be less frequent, especially now that I have exams, and then I fly out of the country until January.

So I'll be posting but it won't be as in-depth as they used to be.

Please keep coming back because this place won't be abandoned, I promise! Lo prometó!!



For now, Miranda Kerr.. courtesy of Le Fashion Blog.


Mwa!

My picks: Isabel Marant RTW 2010

Firstly, I was kind of unimpressed with the manner in which, the style was downgraded to such a simplistic casual look. THEN I began to find treasures amist the looks I found were rather rushed, last minute, and in all honesty kind-of a mess.

I know I'm trash talking one of my favourite designers but it needs to be said, some blazer cuts made the models look neckless - NECKLESS? Is that 'in' now?

Above all, I'm positive designers must keep flattery of the silhouette in mind for the consumer. Eitherway I still loved it - I will not lie. The contrasts, and even some stripes, caught my attention - the fur reminds me of something she wore in a feature article I re-posted a month ago.


My Favourites!






The Other Picks.








Source: Style[dot]com

My picks: Balmain RTW 2010

Balmain = amazing. I'm sorry but many of you already know I'm crazy about Balmain, Christophe Decarnin is a genius.
So here are my picks! If only I had an extra $10,000 laying around somewhere, I'd buy a jacket/blazer, instantly. No second thoughts. Seriously. I would.

My FAVOURITE

Here are my picks hot off the catwalk.


Christophe Decarnin, the one and only.












Source: Style.com