tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-79310253815697774462024-03-13T08:26:04.538-07:00Carrie Bradshaw's ClosetSex and the City inspired style, without the designer price tag...Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.comBlogger66125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-54283354779080368182009-07-27T09:35:00.000-07:002009-08-26T10:12:29.488-07:00The Fashion Feed: Coco Before Chanel Special<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SpVsqGWGxuI/AAAAAAAAAog/kCdUTmY1T-8/s1600-h/coco-before-chanel-2-lst064453.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 263px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SpVsqGWGxuI/AAAAAAAAAog/kCdUTmY1T-8/s400/coco-before-chanel-2-lst064453.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374321200850192098" border="0" /></a><br />With the release of Coco Before Chanel at cinemas nationwide celebs are going crazy for the fabulously understated look that Gabrielle Bonheur Chanel championed so much in her designs. Of course not all of us are on a Girls Aloud pay packet so I've hunted down some cheaper versions of the real thing so you can celebrate the release of Coco Before Chanel in style! My first cheaper than cheap top pick has to be this lovely black quilted chain bag from <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/clothing/10,default,sc.html">Asda</a>. It only costs £5 and will add a touch of Chanel class to any outfit. I think this bag would work particularly well as an evening bag as it would give a nice edge to your LBD.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SpVrsAdp0KI/AAAAAAAAAoY/RYsU9ey1YVI/s1600-h/asda.scene7.com.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 174px; height: 235px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SpVrsAdp0KI/AAAAAAAAAoY/RYsU9ey1YVI/s400/asda.scene7.com.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374320134119346338" border="0" /></a><br />Following in the quilted footsteps of the <a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/clothing/10,default,sc.html">Asda</a> handbag are these gorgeous pink contrast detail court shoes from <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.asos.com">Asos</a>. Originally these little beauties would have set you back £74.00 but now you can pick them up for £33.00 and look as cute as Coco herself.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SpVrmIMNGkI/AAAAAAAAAoQ/fTD4O7-rQcY/s1600-h/image1l.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 180px; height: 230px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SpVrmIMNGkI/AAAAAAAAAoQ/fTD4O7-rQcY/s400/image1l.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374320033114430018" border="0" /></a><br />Without a doubt however my favourite Chanel-esque budget buy has to be this gorgeous black bowler hat which literally screams chic. Perfect for the coming autumn/winter season this hat will go beautifully with black dresses and suits to boot. It will only cost you £22.00 from <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.topshop.com">Topshop</a> so there's absolutely no excuse for being yellow-bellied about this rather bold fashion move.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SpVreFmUJDI/AAAAAAAAAoI/nqP7yovRuM4/s1600-h/19K14VBLK_thumb.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 150px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SpVreFmUJDI/AAAAAAAAAoI/nqP7yovRuM4/s400/19K14VBLK_thumb.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374319894979683378" border="0" /></a>Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-69305689833542528872009-07-13T07:46:00.000-07:002009-07-17T08:17:56.768-07:00The Fashion Feed: What You Will Be Wearing This Autumn<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SmCVZj8VbJI/AAAAAAAAAoA/9XLIl-RCeWw/s1600-h/aw08-09_military.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5359447822948461714" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SmCVZj8VbJI/AAAAAAAAAoA/9XLIl-RCeWw/s400/aw08-09_military.jpg" border="0" /></a> <div><div><div>I know it's almost sacrilage to think about a time when the sun might not be shining as we're all just slipping into our summer maxi dresses but the weather has taken a turn for the worst in England and consequently it got me wondering what is going to be hot once the leaves start browning in Autumn 09. The biggest trend I've read about so far in the Autumn lines is the army cadette look which means it's time to get your Khaki on. Like most trends, it's nothing we haven't seen before on the catwalks and the highstreets and yet it's almost impossible to resist buying new garments and accessories to revamp for the coming season.</div><div></div></div><div><br /></div><div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5359445056836230930" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 152px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SmCS4jXyXxI/AAAAAAAAAno/Np7870tJvl4/s400/military+jacket.jpg" border="0" /></div><div></div><div>A well-made military jacket is the cornerstone of cadette couture and I have totally fallen in love with this utility blue affair from <a href="http://www.frenchconnection.com/category/all/wCoatsAndJackets/Coats+Jackets.htm">French Connection</a>. It is currently reduced to £92.00 which admittedly, still isn't that cheap but the military trend pops up so frequently that it is worth investing in a garment that is going to last you year for year.</div><div></div></div><div><div><br /></div><div></div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5359445674016507362" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 180px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 230px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SmCTcejCBeI/AAAAAAAAAnw/wzPTW8cSvRg/s400/khaki+dress.jpg" border="0" /><br /><div>If you'd like to focus on the flirty and feminine aspects of cadetteship then you can't go wrong with this fabulously forward-looking silk khaki dress from Firetrap. This dress is a little bit cheaper than the jacket at £79.00 and is the kind of piece that will seamlessly make the summer to autumn transition with a pair of black tights. You can currently pick this little baby up on <a href="http://www.asos.com/Firetrap/Firetrap-Zip-Silk-Mix-Dress/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=639868&SearchQuery=firetrap&Rf-200=2&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Khaki">Asos </a>alongside some other fabulous khaki coloured garments.</div><br /><div></div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5359446449089445490" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 125px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 103px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SmCUJl60fnI/AAAAAAAAAn4/1rNN-U11X5E/s400/vintagemedicbag.jpg" border="0" />Those of you who are panicking about the fact that all this is just too pricey for your purse, don't worry. I wouldn't write a blog without at least one item that can be bought on a shoe-string and this week, it's this gorgeous vintage medic bag which, in my humble fashion opinion, is uber-cute. It costs a paltry $19.99 from <a href="http://www.1starmy.com/viewproduct.asp?Productno=3603">1st Army </a>and will definitely see you through every time the military theme pops up on the catwalk. </div>Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-14172568281231980202009-07-01T00:54:00.000-07:002009-07-01T01:30:34.551-07:00The Golden Girls: Summer Styles With Added Shine<div><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/golden_girls/set?.mid=embed&id=9980340"><img width="400" alt="Golden Girls" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFkJtc2JxeGhtM2hHWlJrZEJ2UkYwcncAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Golden Girls" height="400" border="0" /></a><br /><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/golden_girls/set?.mid=embed&id=9980340">Golden Girls</a> by <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.mid=embed&id=638120">BradshawsCloset</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/miss_selfridge_shoes/shop?brand=Miss+Selfridge&category_id=41">Miss Selfridge shoes</a></small></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:100%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:13px;"><br /></span></span></div><div>When it came to fabulous fashion picks I always felt that Miranda got a raw deal on Sex and the City. It's not really anyone's fault, the nature of her character was very business like until she became a mum when the fashion relaxed a little bit. Imagine my delight then, when I went to the cinema and saw Miranda strutting down the streets of Manhattan top-to-toe in gold. It was a stroke of style genius by Pat fields as it highlighed Miranda's trademark red hair and pale skin beautifully. Bagging Miranda's big screen look this summer will keep you bang on trend as the industry seems to have forgotten the chav connection and given gold a welcome resurrection.</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Skscmqy8m-I/AAAAAAAAAng/33yO9IqW1_c/s400/kgshoes.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 300px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353404032708549602" /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>These golden gladiator affairs from <a href="http://www.kurtgeiger.com/">Kurt Geiger</a> are my top style pick for this summer. Granted they are £110.00 but I'm thinking cost per wear. These beauties will look fabulous teamed with your bikini and sarong/kaftan by the poolside but will also look equally as fabulous with your little black dress come Christmas. In short, they are a timeless shoe, nothing is ever going to stop them looking good making them a must-have for all avid shoe collectors. Of course if you're sticking to a budget and you're just wanting a summer shoe to see you through the hot months <a href="http://www.missselfridge.co.uk/">Miss Selfridge</a> are doing a lovely flat gladiator pair for just £25.00 (shown above). They won't be as versatile but you will be able to bring them back out of your closet for summers to come.</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SkscXejhUwI/AAAAAAAAAnY/MQcjrk8oA5A/s400/leotard.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 300px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353403771724583682" /></div><div><br /></div><div>My heart skipped a beat when I saw this gorgeous metallic leotard from <a href="http://www.wetseal.com/">Wet Seal</a>. It only costs $26.50 and looks as though it's come straight out of Gagas closet. The most likely place you're going to wear this is a club or girls night out and teaming it with a fitted black skirt and massive black accessories would mute it down just enough to be chic rather than freak. Of course, the more daring of you might be able to make this into some kind of beach combo wearing it bathing suit style and teaming it with a sarong/kaftan. Either way it will definitely turn heads for all the right reasons. </div><div><br /></div><div><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SkscFicIfHI/AAAAAAAAAnQ/8_8r7q7zk8o/s400/knotnecklace.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 300px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353403463529692274" /></div><div><br /></div><div>Accenting your golden girl look with some jewellery is the perfect way of completing your outfit. Chunky is the word du jour for summer 2009 so if you're going for gold, make it thick chainmail, celtic, or knotted designs for serious wow factor. My favourite pick is this knotted necklace which costs a paltry £8.00 from <a href="http://www.peacocks.co.uk/">Peacocks</a>. Come christmas you can team it with a purple dress for a fantastically festive edge.</div>Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com32tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-79670742374875137792009-06-29T00:17:00.000-07:002009-06-29T02:20:10.810-07:00The Fashion Feed: Confessions of a Shopaholic Style Special<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SkhtIQp8ieI/AAAAAAAAAmg/fHcZxfava_w/s1600-h/IMG_0058.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 334px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SkhtIQp8ieI/AAAAAAAAAmg/fHcZxfava_w/s400/IMG_0058.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5352648145807116770" border="0" /></a><br />As Carrie Bradshaw is taking a short break from our screens Becky Bloomwood gave fashion fans a welcome reminder of just how good flashing the plastic can feel earlier this year in the film 'Confessions of a Shopaholic.' To celebrate the release of the film on DVD I've uploaded some scans from <a href="http://www.oli.co.uk/">Oli</a> magazine that offer a how-to on recreating <span style="font-style: italic;">'Confessions couture'</span> (using <a href="http://www.oli.co.k/">Oli </a>products of course!). <a href="http://www.oli.co.uk/">Oli </a>have been mentioned in this blog several times and I love the fact that as well as offering me fabulous high street buys they also offer some fashion savvy editorial on all the important things going on in the fashion world. Simply click on the images to enlarge and read the editorial. Enjoy!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SkiCAiMmjgI/AAAAAAAAAnI/Z5gbmvM73QQ/s1600-h/IMG_0059.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 332px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SkiCAiMmjgI/AAAAAAAAAnI/Z5gbmvM73QQ/s400/IMG_0059.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5352671102821109250" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Skh_gWPV8lI/AAAAAAAAAnA/luVC9L8GsVw/s1600-h/IMG_0060.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 334px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Skh_gWPV8lI/AAAAAAAAAnA/luVC9L8GsVw/s400/IMG_0060.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5352668350832308818" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Skh7lZ0fMgI/AAAAAAAAAm4/_7n7S9UuumM/s1600-h/IMG_0061.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 332px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Skh7lZ0fMgI/AAAAAAAAAm4/_7n7S9UuumM/s400/IMG_0061.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5352664039646245378" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Skh4F-FbVwI/AAAAAAAAAmw/wkcLOo7dlSc/s1600-h/IMG_0062.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 333px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Skh4F-FbVwI/AAAAAAAAAmw/wkcLOo7dlSc/s400/IMG_0062.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5352660201090275074" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Skh0-5-FzsI/AAAAAAAAAmo/MEXU7OQWFfY/s1600-h/IMG_0063.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 333px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Skh0-5-FzsI/AAAAAAAAAmo/MEXU7OQWFfY/s400/IMG_0063.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5352656781191794370" border="0" /></a>Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-59161171388730189212009-06-15T11:56:00.000-07:002009-06-15T13:02:34.241-07:00The Fashion Feed: Ginnifer Goodwin's Dip Dye Style Steal<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SjabM0FdmaI/AAAAAAAAAlg/MuwzpR259mw/s1600-h/IMG_0078.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SjabM0FdmaI/AAAAAAAAAlg/MuwzpR259mw/s400/IMG_0078.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5347632251991333282" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SjacMzF0JzI/AAAAAAAAAlo/0Obeu4hs9hA/s1600-h/IMG_0074.jpg"><br /></a>To celebrate the release of <span style="font-style: italic;">He's Just Not That Into You</span> on DVD this week's Fashion Feed is devoted to one of my favourite rising stars and style muses, Ginnifer Goodwin. If you have a spare evening I can recommend a Ginnie double bill of <span style="font-style: italic;">Mona Lisa Smile</span> and <span style="font-style: italic;">He's Just Not That Into You</span>, both of which go down a treat with a bottle of wine.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SjadP9Z9JyI/AAAAAAAAAlw/Zkb6-2hZn2k/s1600-h/IMG_0074.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 192px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SjadP9Z9JyI/AAAAAAAAAlw/Zkb6-2hZn2k/s400/IMG_0074.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5347634505056069410" border="0" /></a>Ginnie has recently been spotted in Mathew Wiliamson's dip dye dress and she pulls it off with beautiful finesse. If you didn't manage to get your hands on one of these little beauties from H & M before all the A-listers snapped them up do not fear! I've hunted down some cheap but chic alternatives that will allow you to emulate Ginnifer's laid back California look with the same class and sass as she does.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SjakRNweAuI/AAAAAAAAAmI/f9432ocVTzc/s1600-h/dipdyehalter.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 150px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SjakRNweAuI/AAAAAAAAAmI/f9432ocVTzc/s400/dipdyehalter.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5347642223206728418" border="0" /></a></div> <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SjakG0lFYEI/AAAAAAAAAmA/_yr8KHiwyew/s1600-h/tiedyedress.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 151px; height: 150px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SjakG0lFYEI/AAAAAAAAAmA/_yr8KHiwyew/s400/tiedyedress.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5347642044649398338" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SjakcEUdspI/AAAAAAAAAmQ/4brzBLTsIEQ/s1600-h/dipdyeskirt.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 178px; height: 178px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SjakcEUdspI/AAAAAAAAAmQ/4brzBLTsIEQ/s400/dipdyeskirt.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5347642409651909266" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">From Top to Bottom</span><span style="font-weight: bold;">:</span> The perfect day-to-night summer halter from <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.houseoffraser.co.uk">House of Fraser</a>, £36.00. Tie die dress by <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.topshop.com">TopShop</a>, crocheted for comfort, £32.00. Quirky dip dye skirt by <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.debenhams.com">Debenhams</a> with snake skin effect, £25.00.<br /></div>Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-605168843301419702009-06-10T01:57:00.000-07:002009-06-15T12:55:34.605-07:00The Shoe Fix: Get The (Electric) Blues<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SjDHPsY1okI/AAAAAAAAAlY/eyxEtq_01jA/s1600-h/bluethickstraps.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SjDHPsY1okI/AAAAAAAAAlY/eyxEtq_01jA/s400/bluethickstraps.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5345991830116082242" border="0" /></a>Blue is the colour at the moment, particularly in vivid electric hues making these shoes a wardrobe essential for any savvy fashionista. Their thick cut-away detail allows you to flash your feet flesh and the slim stiletto heel has fabulous sex appeal. This is the kind of shoe with a high cost-per-wear value as they will retro-up jeans, skirts, shorts and trousers quicker than Sony can release yet another 'Best of the 80s' compilation CD! They are now down to just £31.00 from <a href="http://www.asos.com/">ASOS</a> so it's a buy now or regret it later kind of a deal!Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-17764497229271758682009-06-08T07:04:00.000-07:002009-06-09T01:19:13.408-07:00The Fashion Feed: My So-Called Closet<div><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/my_so-called_closet/set?.mid=embed&id=9323968"><img alt="My So-Called Closet" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFjZxLUhrRUpVM2hHbGNZc1NXVlc0dEEAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="My So-Called Closet" border="0" height="400" width="400" /></a><br /><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/my_so-called_closet/set?.mid=embed&id=9323968">My So-Called Closet</a> by <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.mid=embed&id=638120">BradshawsCloset</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/dorothy_perkins/shop?brand=Dorothy+Perkins">Dorothy Perkins</a></small></div><br />Anyone who watched the fabulous 'My So-Called Life' the first time in the early nineties will be over the moon to know that the 'Angela Chase' look is back in a big way this season and I'm already salivating over some of the gorgeous checkered styles I couldn't wear the first time around because I was too much of a chubby teen!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Si00_XRKWcI/AAAAAAAAAlQ/PTqGMyfpwH8/s1600-h/checkshirtdress.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Si00_XRKWcI/AAAAAAAAAlQ/PTqGMyfpwH8/s400/checkshirtdress.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5344986595941046722" border="0" /></a><br />My favourite checkered item available online at the moment is this gorgeous checkered shirt dress by <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.fredperry.com">Fred Perry</a>. It just looks like an over-sized shirt borrowed from the gorgeous Jordan Catalano belted around the middle. You can pick it up at <a href="http://www.asos.com/search/pgeSearch.aspx?q=fred+perry+shirt+dress#">ASOS</a> for £79.25 and is one of those pieces you'll be comfortable wearing time and time again.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Si001DnUBXI/AAAAAAAAAlI/TULUaN0jGRc/s1600-h/checkdress.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Si001DnUBXI/AAAAAAAAAlI/TULUaN0jGRc/s400/checkdress.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5344986418866554226" border="0" /></a><br />If you want to go a bit more flirty and feminine you can't go wrong with this oh-so Angela purple check dress from <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.dorothyperkins.com">Dorothy Perkins</a>. It only costs £35.00 and is great for recreating a summery school girl look. It's something you could easily pair with leggings, use as a pinafore dress or wear over a pair of jeans making it muchos versatile.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Si00n8M0kXI/AAAAAAAAAlA/IGK3ltLinmI/s1600-h/checkshirt2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Si00n8M0kXI/AAAAAAAAAlA/IGK3ltLinmI/s400/checkshirt2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5344986193538093426" border="0" /></a><br />If you're going to go for a straightforward check shirt make sure it's a really good cut so you can wear it from years to come. I love this one by <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.wrangler.com">Wrangler</a> which is currently on sale at <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.oli.co.uk">Oli</a> for £45.00. For the borrowed-from-my-boyfriend look buy it three sizes too big and wear it baggy or tie it around the middle for shape when you want it.<br /><br />For full on so-called closet chic you need to finish your look with a pair of <a href="http://www.drmartens.com/">Doc Martens</a>, a messenger style school bag and some kind of accessory with the peace sign on it (which Angela would have borrowed from Rayanne Graff more than likely!). When it gets cold cover your shoulders with a faded denim jacket for that left-over-80s look the characters seemed to love so much and you'll look like you've just stepped out of the show!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Si00N2PczAI/AAAAAAAAAk4/aRyO_FhuZyQ/s1600-h/50sglasses.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Si00N2PczAI/AAAAAAAAAk4/aRyO_FhuZyQ/s400/50sglasses.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5344985745261906946" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">BONUS ACCESSORY: </span>There was an episode where Angela dressed up for Halloween in some kooky 1950s glasses. If you're into freaky chic they'll be just up your alley and are available at low, low prices from most costume shops!Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-33294050461424063122009-06-03T06:56:00.001-07:002009-06-03T07:03:08.809-07:00The Monthly Must-Have: The Dolce Vita Dress<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SiaBFyfypgI/AAAAAAAAAkw/siokLuECxd8/s1600-h/sequin+dress.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 272px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SiaBFyfypgI/AAAAAAAAAkw/siokLuECxd8/s400/sequin+dress.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5343099944376116738" /></a><div>I am not usually one for all-over sequins but after seeing this on Caryn Franklin's runway at The Clothes Show Live over the weekend I couldn't help but indulge. Dolce Vita style fashion is set to be massive all the way through 2009 and having bagged one of these limited edition beauties for myself I have to say it is possibly the best dress I have ever tried on in my life. </div><div><br /></div><div>It costs £60.00 from New Look and is currently available in their Oxford Street branch. I've had very mixed reactions to it when I've showed people. Most of the girls have loved it and most of the guys have hated it but what to men really know about style and fashion anyway? The tunic shape makes it very flattering and I just know with the right pair of heels this is going to make a fabulous outfit for a Saturday night on the town. </div><div><br /></div><div>If you can't get your hands on this particular item due to funds or location then find something equally as sparkly to get the same effect. Sequin handbags, skirts, scarves and vests are readily available across the high street at a range of prices so nobody has to miss out on a bit of bling! Now if you'll please excuse me, I think I'm going to go and look adoringly at my new dress for a little while.</div>Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-36207673101252359012009-06-01T01:22:00.000-07:002009-06-02T04:23:00.144-07:00The Fashion Feed: Patriot Games<img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SiUGh_SNcHI/AAAAAAAAAkI/N5uQRnd8nmk/s400/Britannia.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5342683713938223218" /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">Last weekend I went to Clothes Show London for a 2009 trend update. As you can see from the picture above the 'Cool Britannia' look was showcased in a massive way suggesting that patriotic chic is well and truly back in vogue.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SiUGU2FxmZI/AAAAAAAAAkA/gnMFQTaigK8/s400/unionjackskirt.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 300px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5342683488131848594" /><br /></div><div><div><div style="text-align: left;">It has been over a decade since Ginger Spice sported that unforgettable Union Jack dress and I like to feel, at least as far as fashion goes, that we've moved on a bit since then. This red, white and blue wrap-over skirt is a fabulous way to recreate the 'Cool Britannia' look without it looking that little bit too much. The skirt costs just £40.00 from <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.topshop.com">TopShop</a> and is perfect for a bit of patriotism regardless of which side of the Atlantic you live on.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SiUGo0-XC5I/AAAAAAAAAkQ/tMdkxp3mMag/s400/starsandstripesvest.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 300px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5342683831429696402" /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">If you're more of a stars and stripes kinda gal, you can't go wrong with this distressed vest from Old Navy. It costs a paltry $10.00 and would look awesome teamed up with your favourite pair</div><div style="text-align: left;">of jeans and maybe even a denim jacket for that old-west feel. Tees and vests are available in a</div><div style="text-align: left;">range of flag designs online so get searching and hunt down your favourite designs.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SiUKB_yFi9I/AAAAAAAAAkY/rw_tRrZPb3E/s400/red+dress.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 300px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5342687562362620882" /><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SiUK-HHu1uI/AAAAAAAAAko/mtEodjUoN2U/s400/white+shoes.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 300px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5342688595124606690" /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SiUKfZ4-WGI/AAAAAAAAAkg/ZkC6pET16OU/s400/blue+feather+clutch.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 180px; height: 230px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5342688067587037282" /></div><div><br /><div>If flags are a bit full on for you, why not try dressing in your nation's signature colours? This red 50s inspired dress cost just £80.00 from <a href="http://www.frenchconnection.com/">French Connection</a>. The white shoes are $80 from <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.aldoshoes.com">Aldo</a> and the gorgeous blue feather clutch is just £21.75 from <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.asos.com">ASOS</a>. Together they make the perfect tribute to Queen and country...or president and country!</div></div></div></div></div>Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-55518740506972878672009-05-29T03:40:00.000-07:002009-05-30T04:08:04.328-07:00The Hippy Hippy Shake<div><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/summer_love/set?.mid=embed&id=9059085"><img alt="Summer of Love" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFk5weGNOVkZNM2hHMmtOQndhanNrdGcAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Summer of Love" border="0" height="400" width="400" /></a><br /><small><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.polyvore.com/summer_love/set?.mid=embed&id=9059085">Summer of Love</a> by <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.mid=embed&id=638120">BradshawsCloset</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/gap_jeans/shop?brand=GAP&category_id=27">GAP jeans</a></small></div><br />From tie die tunics to groovy headscarves Carrie certainly knew how to work the hippy look and it has come back in a rather shameless way for SS 09.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SiESt5h-uSI/AAAAAAAAAjA/RUDoBjFOIlQ/s1600-h/yellowredskirt.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SiESt5h-uSI/AAAAAAAAAjA/RUDoBjFOIlQ/s400/yellowredskirt.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5341571212784875810" border="0" /></a><br />My favourite hippy-look item on the high street at the moment is this yellow floral skirt by Red Herring. The reason I like it so much is that it is very different from a lot of the other stuff being put out on the clothes rack this season. It's shapely but the mini element keeps it fun. It is currently reduced to just £15.40 at <a href="http://www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_10001_10001_17641_859622_-1">Debenhams</a>.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SiESlU0_0_I/AAAAAAAAAi4/OMGxJy2x9rY/s1600-h/netscarf.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SiESlU0_0_I/AAAAAAAAAi4/OMGxJy2x9rY/s400/netscarf.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5341571065493574642" border="0" /></a><br />A more subtle way to give your wardrobe the hippy make over is with scarves and I have totally fallen in love with this coral patterned number from Missoni. At $100 I suppose it is quite a lot to pay for a scarf but if we're talking value for money it's a good buy. It's an incredibly versatile item and could easily be used to jazz up an old jacket come Autumn. You can buy this item at <a href="www.net-a-porter.com">Net A Porter</a>.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SiESa1mehqI/AAAAAAAAAiw/y0YBamIfTis/s1600-h/floral+necklace.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SiESa1mehqI/AAAAAAAAAiw/y0YBamIfTis/s400/floral+necklace.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5341570885312480930" border="0" /></a><br />The last thing on my summer of love wish list is this gorgeous floral necklace from <a href="www.dorothyperkins.com">Dorothy Perkins</a>. It is £50.00 which again is a lot of money to pay for a piece of fashion jewellery but, well, just look at it! This would look fabulous over a tee or a vest and is so well designed in my opinion it's actually reached statement status.Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-51043826713617232212009-05-25T12:19:00.000-07:002009-05-25T13:19:15.483-07:00The Fashion Feed: Vamp It Up With Vintage<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/vintage_couture/set?.mid=embed&id=8969352"><img alt="Vintage Couture" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFmxsSUs2RjlKM2hHcHFmaXdxTVQ3dVEAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Vintage Couture" border="0" height="400" width="400" /></a><br /><div><small><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.polyvore.com/vintage_couture/set?.mid=embed&id=8969352">Vintage Couture</a> by <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.mid=embed&id=638120">BradshawsCloset</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/carvela_shoes/shop?brand=Carvela&category_id=41">Carvela shoes</a></small></div><br />Carrie was always shopping for vintage but it can prove pretty pricey to get authentic vintage couture, especially if you shop in London boutiques! Thankfully with a bit of clever accessorizing you can blag the authentic vintage look and give Jackie O a run for her money.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Shr5n56mt1I/AAAAAAAAAio/sF4dIYt3b5Q/s1600-h/collar.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Shr5n56mt1I/AAAAAAAAAio/sF4dIYt3b5Q/s400/collar.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339854772157986642" border="0" /></a><br />Collar necklaces are probably the most affordable way of vamping up your wardrobe and this lace effect number from <a href="www.debenhams.co.uk">Debenhams</a> is particularly convincing with it's beautiful drop bead detail. The best part is that it only costs £15.00.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Shr5bAMby3I/AAAAAAAAAig/6kPrnkTLUvI/s1600-h/bow.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Shr5bAMby3I/AAAAAAAAAig/6kPrnkTLUvI/s400/bow.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339854550505081714" border="0" /></a><br />Nothing screams Victorian charm like a bow in the hair and this black and white version from <span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span><a href="http://www.cherryredboutique.com"></a>is both cheeky and chic. From a distance it looks like a prim and proper bow but on closer inspection you realise there is a skull sewn in at the knot. It costs just $10.00 making it a real budget buy!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Shr5BQRFldI/AAAAAAAAAiY/O5MIczcxclA/s1600-h/locket.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Shr5BQRFldI/AAAAAAAAAiY/O5MIczcxclA/s400/locket.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339854108142966226" border="0" /></a><br />Finally, I've always thought that lockets have a lovely retro charm. It kind of reminds me of war time sweethearts who keep each other's photographs so they don't forget each other. There are a wide range available at various prices but this sterling silver version costs just £35.00 and in shiny enough to really draw the eye. This too can be picked up at <a href="http://www.debenhams.co.uk">Debenhams</a> who seem to be stocking up on vintage-look fashion this season.Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-14378187771559461952009-05-15T11:38:00.000-07:002009-05-17T04:07:24.262-07:00Back to Black<div><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/back_to_black/set?.mid=embed&id=8705834"><img alt="Back to Black" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFm5uWWpzc3BDM2hHemxTdHQ4bVNBMVEAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Back to Black" border="0" height="400" width="400" /></a><br /><small><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.polyvore.com/back_to_black/set?.mid=embed&id=8705834">Back to Black</a> by <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.mid=embed&id=638120">BradshawsCloset</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/chanel_jewelry/shop?brand=CHANEL&category_id=60">CHANEL Jewelry</a></small></div><br /><br />There was a time in my life when black was the only colour you could find in my wardrobe. Since then I've branched out but I still believe that black is an undisputed sophisticated style staple, just like Carrie did.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sg_vVb0a5uI/AAAAAAAAAiQ/tRfJlVsgHd8/s1600-h/blacktights.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 280px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sg_vVb0a5uI/AAAAAAAAAiQ/tRfJlVsgHd8/s400/blacktights.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5336747234981242594" border="0" /></a><br />The best start to any black outfit is a pair of black textured tights. It immediately sets the tone of the look and is a very affordable way of customising your wardrobe. This pair of rose patterned beauties cost just $14.99 from <a href="http://www.modcloth.com/store/Womens/Accessories/Socks+and+Tights/Rose+Dawson+Tights">Modcloth</a>.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sg_vNdyy4cI/AAAAAAAAAiI/WIESL2N61Aw/s1600-h/black+gloves.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 318px; height: 364px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sg_vNdyy4cI/AAAAAAAAAiI/WIESL2N61Aw/s400/black+gloves.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5336747098072342978" border="0" /></a><br />For a super-elegant addition to any look I don't think you can go wrong with a pair of black gloves. This vintage beaded pair from <a href="http://www.shopcurious.com/Products/ShopCurious/Vintage-black-beaded-gloves.aspx">ShopCurious</a> are one of a kind and only cost £28.50. I just love the idea of wearing these out to a fancy dinner!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sg_vAOyFdDI/AAAAAAAAAiA/5GO40xAJq0w/s1600-h/blackpolish.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sg_vAOyFdDI/AAAAAAAAAiA/5GO40xAJq0w/s400/blackpolish.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5336746870704534578" border="0" /></a><br />Finally, for a full on goth look why not go for some retro vamp black nail polish? Again in these credit crunch times it's a wallet-friendly way of finishing off an all-black outfit. You can buy black polish from any beauty shop or pharmacy but <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.forever21.com">Forever 21</a> do a particularly affordable version at just $2.80.Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-44435937283377055562009-05-11T11:32:00.000-07:002009-05-11T12:29:46.698-07:00The Fashion Feed: Heaven Scent Perfumes<div><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/my_obsessions/set?.mid=embed&id=8643026"><img alt="My Obsessions" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFi1qTFI0V0VfM2hHbUNsUHFSVGtSSkEAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="My Obsessions" border="0" height="400" width="400" /></a><br /><small><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.polyvore.com/my_obsessions/set?.mid=embed&id=8643026">My Obsessions</a> by <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.mid=embed&id=638120">BradshawsCloset</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/mulberry_tote_bags/shop?brand=mulberry&category_id=36">mulberry tote bags</a></small></div><br />In addition to shoes, handbags, marshmallows, robots, puppies, Art Deco Design, Daphne Du Maurier cupcakes, and Hugh Jackman, perfumes have found their way on to my list of obsessions. My favourite place to buy them is <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.theperfumeshop.com">The Perfume Shop</a> because you can get more for your money than you usually do from pharmacies and beauty shops.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sgh1kaYbVtI/AAAAAAAAAh4/rSgQx4Zdgus/s1600-h/Lovely.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 328px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sgh1kaYbVtI/AAAAAAAAAh4/rSgQx4Zdgus/s400/Lovely.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334643027037869778" border="0" /></a><br />This wouldn't be a Sex and the City inspired blog without mentioning Lovely by Sarah Jessica Parker. SJP is a self-confessed fragrance addict and when you get a whiff of this you'll see just how seriously she takes her scents. The unique blend of oils in this fragrance makes it completely unique and it's potent enough to last all day.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sgh1bb9H5HI/AAAAAAAAAhw/bAE5AaZ2Nuk/s1600-h/Contradiction.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sgh1bb9H5HI/AAAAAAAAAhw/bAE5AaZ2Nuk/s400/Contradiction.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334642872841397362" border="0" /></a><br />My all time favourite perfume has to be Contradiction by Calvin Klein. It has a beautiful garden-like scent that is fresh and invigorating. It clings to clothes, necklines, wrists and cleavages all day and all night and makes me smile with every spray. If you're looking for something noticeable but inoffensive this is definitely the one for you. The only problem is it doesn't come in the most attractive bottle and let's face it, getting a pretty bottle is part of the incentive to buy a perfume! So...<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sgh1KV6-WFI/AAAAAAAAAho/31mGLZ9KYGs/s1600-h/14435_Tall_Pink_Fairy_Perfume_Bottle.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 185px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sgh1KV6-WFI/AAAAAAAAAho/31mGLZ9KYGs/s400/14435_Tall_Pink_Fairy_Perfume_Bottle.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334642579163994194" border="0" /></a><br />I recommend investing in some gorgeous decorative bottles like this Pink Fairy affair. There are a wide range to choose from on <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.ebay.co.uk">ebay</a> for very low prices and if you search for vintage bottles on <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.etsy.com">Etsy</a> you'll also find a wide range of shapes, sizes and colours to choose from.Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-80184906858932041332009-05-04T10:10:00.001-07:002009-05-11T01:27:02.766-07:00The Fashion Feed: Somewhere Over The Rainbow...<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/rainbow_brights/set?.mid=embed&id=8474376"><img title="Rainbow Brights" height="400" alt="Rainbow Brights" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFl9sTHBCWmM0M2hHdGlXM1ljeV9idUEAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" width="400" border="0" /></a><br /><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/rainbow_brights/set?.mid=embed&id=8474376" rel="nofollow">Rainbow Brights</a> by <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.mid=embed&id=638120" rel="nofollow">BradshawsCloset</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/forever21_bracelets/shop?brand=Forever21&category_id=106">Forever21 bracelets</a></small><br /><br />A good twitter friend of mine, <a href="http://http//twitter.com/GoddessSammy">GoddessSammy</a> sent me a link last week about rainbow hued accessories dominating the high street and since seeing my computer screen awash with vibrant colour I've been dying to write a blog post about them. With summer drawing ever closer it's only right that your wardrobe should brighten up as much as the weather so I've made a list of my top rainbow picks.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sf8nqTKNAeI/AAAAAAAAAhg/ejtFos5ykl0/s1600-h/gummynecklace.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5332024091481014754" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: pointer; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sf8nqTKNAeI/AAAAAAAAAhg/ejtFos5ykl0/s400/gummynecklace.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />First on my list are these gorgeous gummy bear necklaces from <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.lunacyboutique.co.uk">Lunacy Boutique</a>. Not only are they fun but they really pack a colour popping punch, especially if you wear more than one at a time! They cost just £5.00 a piece and are perfect for adding a kitsch element to any outfit.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sf8ng1WLpKI/AAAAAAAAAhY/bK3F1ck85zo/s1600-h/orangeheels.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5332023928859370658" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: pointer; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sf8ng1WLpKI/AAAAAAAAAhY/bK3F1ck85zo/s400/orangeheels.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />For true celebrity glamour you can't go wrong with these gorgeous pleather peep-toe heels in the style of Beyonce Knowles. Not only do these shoes tick several on-trend boxes with their buckle fastening and canvas detail but they also come in a fabulous zingy orange shade! The shoes will set you back just $39.90 from <a href="http://www.flyjane.net/CPages/productDetails.php?group=5722">Fly Jane</a> making them an absolute star style steal!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sf8nSw-qvmI/AAAAAAAAAhQ/plZo6gc_qjM/s1600-h/electricblueclutch.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5332023687168835170" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: pointer; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sf8nSw-qvmI/AAAAAAAAAhQ/plZo6gc_qjM/s400/electricblueclutch.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />Finally I'm going mad for electric blue at the moment and as far as this season's key colour goes I don't think fashion investments get any better than this beautiful clutch bag from <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.debenhams.com">Debenhams</a>. This handbag will see you through a Saturday night in the club and act as a quirky accessory for a wedding or formal dinner. It costs just £28.00 and will quickly become one of the staple fashion items you reach for to give your outfit a contemporary edge.Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-4143585979874817412009-05-03T12:43:00.000-07:002009-05-03T13:33:06.180-07:00Pale and Interesting: The Power of Pastels<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sf3-qkED2OI/AAAAAAAAAhI/NVucDnrSIJM/s1600-h/mirandapastels.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 359px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sf3-qkED2OI/AAAAAAAAAhI/NVucDnrSIJM/s400/mirandapastels.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5331697541065201890" border="0" /></a><br />Although most self-respecting fashionistas spend their time devising ways of standing out from the crowd, there's nothing wrong with toning down the high-fashion vibe once in a while and going pallid with pastels. Gorgeous greens, yellows and pinks were most frequently donned by Charlotte and Miranda on the show and pulling off their rather elegant twist on washed-out hues is surprisingly simple.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sf3-ewOGu1I/AAAAAAAAAhA/fFytfX_vPVc/s1600-h/mintgreendress.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sf3-ewOGu1I/AAAAAAAAAhA/fFytfX_vPVc/s400/mintgreendress.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5331697338170129234" border="0" /></a><br />Green is a colour not many of us would pick out. It's not an obvious fashion trend unlike say blue or coral but it can look just as popping if you accessorize in just the right way. This gorgeous cross- over dress from <a href="www.monsoon.co.uk">Monsoon</a> is the perfect example of just how sophisiticated a hue green can be with it's silk ribbon-tie detail. At just £68.00 this classic piece will have you set up for summer weddings and formal lunches for years to come.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sf3-S6BS_KI/AAAAAAAAAg4/ssMqXyPe3iY/s1600-h/pinkpencilskirt.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 178px; height: 178px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sf3-S6BS_KI/AAAAAAAAAg4/ssMqXyPe3iY/s400/pinkpencilskirt.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5331697134642330786" border="0" /></a><br />If you fancy taking pastels to a super-feminine level, you can't go wrong with this sassy but shapely pencil skirt from <a href="http://www.debenhams.co.uk">Debenhams</a>. It seems that pencil skirts are everywhere at the moment and it's no surprise as teamed with a pair of killer heels they are the ultimate in corporate-esque sex appeal. This timeless item will only set you back £25.00 and will match with everything from a tucked in Tee to a frilly chiffon blouse.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sf3-IPZjxxI/AAAAAAAAAgw/gWgu8XyA1e8/s1600-h/yellowshoes.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 150px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sf3-IPZjxxI/AAAAAAAAAgw/gWgu8XyA1e8/s400/yellowshoes.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5331696951402678034" border="0" /></a><br />When it comes to shoes I am loving the sling backs available in the shops at the moment. This mid-yellow pair from <a href="http://www.dorothyperkins.com">Dorothy Perkins</a> would set off a monochrome outfit perfectly or, if you're feeling a little bit braver, would clash beautifuly with that pastel pencil skirt from Debenhams. The ribbon-tie detail keeps them flirty whilst the chunky heel gives them a practical edge. They are currently on sale for £28.00 but sizes are already limited so I recommend buying now otherwise you will be regreting it later!Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-29012843491399936112009-04-27T08:25:00.000-07:002009-04-27T11:26:52.823-07:00The Fashion Feed: Go Graeco!<div><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/go_grecian/set?.mid=embed&id=8315019"><img alt="Go Grecian" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFnN1VzVTa1l6M2hHZmp3cXQ5Z3hmRGcAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Go Grecian" border="0" height="400" width="400" /></a><br /><small><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.polyvore.com/go_grecian/set?.mid=embed&id=8315019">Go Grecian</a> by <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.mid=embed&id=638120">BradshawsCloset</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/monsoon_bracelets/shop?brand=Monsoon&category_id=106">Monsoon bracelets</a></small></div><br />Grecian style is a favourite of every goddess to grace the red carpet and this week we're looking at how to recreate the Hollywood Graeco look on a budget.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SfX0T2nKQkI/AAAAAAAAAgo/yODK7tjXGmI/s1600-h/greciandress.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SfX0T2nKQkI/AAAAAAAAAgo/yODK7tjXGmI/s400/greciandress.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5329434355977306690" border="0" /></a><br />For full on glamour at a ball, opening or opera night opt for a one shoulder dress with flattering, flowing lines. I love this New York Fashion Week inspired red maxi dress by <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.goddiva.co.uk">Goddiva</a>. Its hour glass shape is designed to flatter curves and at just £34.99 it is a total style steal.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SfX0C-xYKbI/AAAAAAAAAgg/Sm6cJPiw-XQ/s1600-h/grecianring.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SfX0C-xYKbI/AAAAAAAAAgg/Sm6cJPiw-XQ/s400/grecianring.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5329434066109868466" border="0" /></a><br />This hip hellenistic ring is also on my Grecian wish list as it's such a versatile accessory. It would look fabulous with the Goddiva dress or as a Graeco-inspired addition to a vintage look. The ring is currently available at <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.modcloth.com">ModCloth</a> for $11.99 making it the perfect fashion find for fashionistas on a budget.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SfXzpKQAvTI/AAAAAAAAAgY/W4mmJr3DodA/s1600-h/shoefix1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 290px; height: 370px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SfXzpKQAvTI/AAAAAAAAAgY/W4mmJr3DodA/s400/shoefix1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5329433622514548018" border="0" /></a><br />When it comes to shoes you really can't go wrong with these Gladiator-esque sandals. It wasn't so long ago that they were featured as our Monthly Shoe-Fix and they haven't lost any of their shine 6 weeks later. They cost just £34.50 from <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.asos.com">asos</a> so get them whilst you still can!Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-64121585561188031652009-04-26T05:40:00.000-07:002009-04-26T06:23:20.505-07:00Smart/Casual The Carrie Way<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SfRWtzCiRVI/AAAAAAAAAfo/Yy2OA9ARTQ8/s1600-h/ep78_carrie_mickeytee.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 359px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SfRWtzCiRVI/AAAAAAAAAfo/Yy2OA9ARTQ8/s400/ep78_carrie_mickeytee.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5328979603881084242" border="0" /></a><br />Now I know that this will be an unpopular thing to say because of the way things turned out with Big but until the whole post-it-note-break-up-incident I had rather high hopes for Carrie and Burger. Just like her he was quick-witted and quirky and whilst she was dating him she wore some of the sweetest little outfits. My favourite has to be the Blazer and Tee combo.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SfRZ1vvaQ3I/AAAAAAAAAgA/AYL-n88yFOo/s1600-h/tuxedo.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 216px; height: 216px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SfRZ1vvaQ3I/AAAAAAAAAgA/AYL-n88yFOo/s400/tuxedo.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5328983038969398130" border="0" /></a>Start with a jacket that's got really nice lines to it, preferably in a nice neutral colour like cream, nude or beige. Our favourite is this cream tuxedo jacket by Principles. It is available at <a href="http://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/Principles+Tuxedo+jacket/118672414,default,pd.html">House of Fraser</a> for just 25.00 and will smarten up any trouser and tee outfit you care to put together.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SfReWi0Za1I/AAAAAAAAAgQ/v0ZWfT46Va4/s1600-h/mickeytee2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SfReWi0Za1I/AAAAAAAAAgQ/v0ZWfT46Va4/s400/mickeytee2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5328988000482847570" border="0" /></a><br /><br />There are lots of Mickey Mouse T shirts on the high street and online but sometimes the shapes can be quite unflattering. My favourite is this little blue beauty available from Amazon for a mere $18.99. Because it's blue it will stop the outfit from looking too washed out and it's just as chic as the one Carrie wears in the series once you get the blazer over it.<br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SfRdIZ18MTI/AAAAAAAAAgI/ElhvF6ASBFU/s1600-h/IMG_0169.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 220px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SfRdIZ18MTI/AAAAAAAAAgI/ElhvF6ASBFU/s400/IMG_0169.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5328986658043605298" border="0" /></a><br /><br />If you're not a Disney fan, you can make this look work with any casual T shirt! I picked this one up from <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.topshop.com">TopShop</a> for just £18.00. My boyfriend wasn't too impressed with the slogan but if he would just give in and spend more time taking me shoe shopping and less time playing Street Fighter on Xbox Live I wouldn't have to resort to such drastic measures to get my point across!Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-44210557681621356112009-04-20T03:52:00.000-07:002009-04-21T04:25:32.508-07:00The Fashion Feed: Get Noticed In Neon<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/get_noticed_in_neon/set?.mid=embed&id=8171156"><img title="Get Noticed in Neon" height="400" alt="Get Noticed in Neon" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFmNnMWtlV0l1M2hHRW0yWTFUMXdmWEEAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" width="400" border="0" /></a><br />Designers are getting all nostalgic at the moment and bringing back the nineties neon look. This style was seen in the seventies and the eighties too and if worn with care can create a playful but at the same time pretty stylish outfit.<br /><br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5327101630918505106" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Se2qtYlNMpI/AAAAAAAAAfg/HOXbN3eL71Q/s400/republicdress.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br />Block colour pieces are probably the best foundation for the neon look as you can contrast bright, garish shades with blacks, greys and beiges for a more subtle effect. This lime-topped dress is the perfect example and costs just £22.99 from <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.republic.co.uk">Republic</a> so it's a totally affordable option for any self-respecting bargainista.<br /><br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5327101495313538546" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Se2qlfadnfI/AAAAAAAAAfY/V7z8flRFFTk/s400/slouchbag.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br />If you want to go for more of a hippy slant you can't go wrong with this rainbow striped animal print slouch bag by Roxy. Not only is it big enough to carry all your beauty essentials but the leopard print detail and neon shading offers a double-whammy on the fashion fix front! It is currently available at <a href="http://shop.pacsun.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=8250">Pacsun</a> for $29.50.<br /><br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5327101322197100178" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Se2qbagSZpI/AAAAAAAAAfQ/wlYAjjVpfVg/s400/pinkwig.jpg" border="0" /><br />Last but not least, if you're feeling a bit 'Lost in Translation' you could get wiggy with it and invest in a bright pink hair piece. I love this long fringed version from <a href="http://www.partydomain.co.uk/d-commerce/product5031.html">PartyDomain</a> because regardless of how many diets we go on, not all of us have Scarlett's petite jaw-line! It costs a paltry £4.91 meaning you can be completely wild and wonderful on a budget!Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-72704493293978225622009-04-17T10:35:00.000-07:002009-04-17T11:29:40.264-07:00Born to Shimmer, Born to Shine<div><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/sequins/set?.mid=embed&id=8072088"><img title="Sequins" height="400" alt="Sequins" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFjRCck9EWE1yM2hHTVFwOE5UMXdmWEEAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" width="400" border="0" /></a><br /><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/sequins/set?.mid=embed&id=8072088" rel="nofollow">Sequins</a> by <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.mid=embed&id=638120" rel="nofollow">BradshawsCloset</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/betsey_johnson_jewelry/shop?brand=Betsey+Johnson&category_id=60">Betsey Johnson jewelry</a></small></div><br /><p>Carrie was a massive fan of sequins and admittedly whether it's Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall it's always nice to add a bit of sparkle to your wardrobe. It's true they are a fashion move to be used with caution, but if worn correctly they can turn heads like nothing else.</p><br /><br /><p></p><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5325723130407592018" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SejE-GAGoFI/AAAAAAAAAe4/k--b4quZ72A/s400/sequindress.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br /><p>This gorgeous little number from <a href="http://www.aflondon.com/p-858-sequinned-silk-dress.aspx">Almost Famous London</a> is made from silver silk with sequin detailing on the central panel. At £135.00 it is more of an investment piece but with it's sheer lines and shapely design this little baby will be earning it's place in your wardrobe for years to come.</p><p></p><br /><p></p><p><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5325725179404576562" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SejG1XHDZzI/AAAAAAAAAfA/Kz2fyi8MlAg/s400/sequinclutch.jpg" border="0" /><br />This sequin adorned clutch would make the perfect accessory for your dress. Clutch handbags are not just big in the world of Sex and the City they are also this season's must-have handbag design. You can pick this one up for £27.99 from <a href="http://www.isabellas-handbag-shop.com/">Isabella's Handbag Shop</a>.<br /><br /><br /></p><p><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5325726917765941314" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SejIajAsyEI/AAAAAAAAAfI/b_C-FYlbJk0/s400/sequinbangle.jpg" border="0" /><br />Last but by no means least you can finish off a sultry shimmering look with this gorgeous Betsey Johnson ice-queen-esque bangle. It is currently reduced at <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3014933/0~2376779~6008000~2375352?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=2375352&P=8&siteId=Hy3bqNL2jtQ-nXIUZq0LXbzB5FIc4BFG0w">NordStrom</a> from $35.00 to just $22.90 making it an absolute bargain for those looking for a timeless bit 'O' bling.<br /><br /></p>Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-74186049134891247592009-04-15T06:14:00.000-07:002009-04-14T14:35:15.018-07:00The Shoe Fix: The Movie Mexicoma Must-Haves<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SeUAkPzMKvI/AAAAAAAAAew/Ae03t5nLIQ8/s1600-h/ninewestblockcolourshoes.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 235px; height: 235px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SeUAkPzMKvI/AAAAAAAAAew/Ae03t5nLIQ8/s400/ninewestblockcolourshoes.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5324662757152008946" border="0" /></a><br />Few of us are going to forget that gorgeous block colour dress Carrie wore during her Sex and the City Movie Mexicoma and these colour stacked sandals from <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.ninewest.com">Nine West</a> are just the ticket to emulating her hippified, holiday style. The shoes are made of leather and are high enough to give a pair of jeans or a floaty dress a serious edge for Summer 2009. They are currently priced at £65.00 and are available at a range of stockists including <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.ninewest.com">Nine West</a> directly in the USA and <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.shoestudio.com">Shoe Studio</a> in the UK. Don't be afraid to clash them unashamedly with other colours in your wardrobe as mix and match fashion is so this season!Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-83556215034394785862009-04-13T14:31:00.000-07:002009-04-13T15:25:19.677-07:00The Fashion Feed: Go Mad For Monochrome<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/mono_mania/set?.mid=embed&id=7979208"><img alt="Mono Mania" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFjJQMlJObklvM2hHUlZYZkRqOVZQS1EAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Mono Mania" border="0" height="400" width="400" /></a><div><small><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.polyvore.com/mono_mania/set?.mid=embed&id=7979208">Mono Mania</a> by <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.mid=embed&id=638120">BradshawsCloset</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/via_spiga_heels_&_wedges/shop?.mid=embed&brand=Via+Spiga&category_id=45">Via Spiga heels & wedges</a></small></div><br />Style this season is developing a bit of a sixties swing, maybe at least in part due to the fabulous British film 'The Boat That Rocked' that is currently showing in cinemas. Whatever the reason for the retro twist when it comes to sixties chic you can't go wrong with the monochrome look so it's time to start looking at the world in a more black and white fashion.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SeO3teBP2vI/AAAAAAAAAeY/dEzRPCav5Q4/s1600-h/monodress.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SeO3teBP2vI/AAAAAAAAAeY/dEzRPCav5Q4/s400/monodress.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5324301176262351602" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;">Dress Spotting.</span> This fabulous spotty dress is an absolute monochrome must-have. The shift shape and the round neckline makes it so sixties and the conservative skirt length makes it super-elegant. It is currently on sale at <a href="http://www.oli.co.uk">Oli</a> for £60.00.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SeO34ueqUyI/AAAAAAAAAeg/vmIydrVrp4c/s1600-h/betseyjohnson.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SeO34ueqUyI/AAAAAAAAAeg/vmIydrVrp4c/s400/betseyjohnson.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5324301369659249442" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tout Your Tote.</span> If you're feeling a bit Saint Louise and haven't got the cash for a new handbag why not rent this gorgeous Betsey Johnson mono tote bag from <a href="http://www.bagborroworsteal.com/">Bag, Borrow or Steal</a>. It will only cost you $12.00 per week and will give you the opportunity to tout some serious designer baggage about.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SeO4FbAFQcI/AAAAAAAAAeo/KYz2G3a9mbo/s1600-h/quiltedpumps.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SeO4FbAFQcI/AAAAAAAAAeo/KYz2G3a9mbo/s400/quiltedpumps.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5324301587769016770" border="0" /><br /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">Pump It Up.</span> Finish your mono look with this gorgeous pair of Chanel-esque quilted ballet pumps. You will be able to pair these little beauties with just about anything in your wardrobe and they'll only set you back a paltry £12.00 from <a href="http://www.dorothyperkins.com">Dorothy Perkins</a>.Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-76131773482833901812009-04-10T02:55:00.000-07:002009-05-17T04:08:34.123-07:00The Ladies Who Lunch Look<div><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/ladies_who_lunch/set?.mid=embed&id=7872237"><img alt="Ladies Who Lunch" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFkhCamllYlVsM2hHc1VIZXJCOVBtdHcAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Ladies Who Lunch" border="0" height="400" width="400" /></a><br /><small><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.polyvore.com/ladies_who_lunch/set?.mid=embed&id=7872237">Ladies Who Lunch</a> by <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.mid=embed&id=638120">BradshawsCloset</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/dorothy_perkins_heels_&_wedges/shop?.mid=embed&brand=Dorothy+Perkins&category_id=45">Dorothy Perkins heels & wedges</a></small></div><br /><div>It won't be long now before we're tucking into all those lovely chocolate eggs! Having had chocolate for breakfast and elevenses however it seems only fitting that we balance our act of gluttony with an act of grace and go for an elegant lunch with the family. Of course, looking dignified with that much saturated fat inside you can be tricky, so you're going to have to let fashion do all the hard work for you!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sd8fnkJt6QI/AAAAAAAAAd4/75s6n7Jo72M/s1600-h/mangojacket.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sd8fnkJt6QI/AAAAAAAAAd4/75s6n7Jo72M/s400/mangojacket.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5323008049155008770" border="0" /></a><br />The Ladies Who Lunch look is the epitome of chastity, a sort of under-stated bridal look that is classy through and through. Start with a white fitted jacket with nice feminine lines. This tailored jacket from <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.mangoshop.com">Mango</a> is just the job. It only costs £45 and the tie in waist will do wonders for your silhouette.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sd8b4O83MrI/AAAAAAAAAdg/C9VQusA4icw/s1600-h/dpshoes.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sd8b4O83MrI/AAAAAAAAAdg/C9VQusA4icw/s400/dpshoes.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5323003937475211954" border="0" /></a><br />Team your jacket with a white flowing skirt, ivory vest and a pair of these little beauties from <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.dorothyperkins.com">Dorothy Perkins</a>. These really are the most versatile of shoes withe their neutral shade and cute cross band buckle. The heel is mid-height so they are practical but the slight platform gives them an on-trend edge. They are currently on sale for £28.00.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sd8eSG97KWI/AAAAAAAAAdw/Vck1mmdzPoY/s1600-h/parasol.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sd8eSG97KWI/AAAAAAAAAdw/Vck1mmdzPoY/s400/parasol.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5323006581032036706" border="0" /></a><br />Once you have your whiter than white canvas all you have to do is accessorize it up to the hilt. I recommend pearls, dusky pink corsages and diamante brooches to keep it classic. If you want to do something a bit different however this ruffle detail parasol will certainly set you apart from the crowd. Brace yourselves for the price because at £107.66 from <a href="http://www.brolliesgalore.co.uk/acatalog/CanCan1_-_cream_-_Guy_de_Jean.html">Brollies Galore</a> this is without doubt an investment piece that you will need to take tender loving care of. If you can't quite stretch to that for such an obscure item you can of course pick up low-cost versions on the likes of ebay or opt for a pair of white lace gloves instead which are just as chic and very cheap.<br /></div>Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-42668434469479024872009-04-06T13:48:00.000-07:002009-05-03T13:34:02.310-07:00The Fashion Feed: Follow the White Rabbit - An Easter Special!<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/easter_special/set?.mid=embed&id=7781327"><img alt="Easter Special" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFl9CQlMyLU1pM2hHVFNCQ2E1dEMxdXcAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Easter Special" border="0" height="400" width="400" /></a><br /><small><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.polyvore.com/easter_special/set?.mid=embed&id=7781327">Easter Special</a> by <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.mid=embed&id=638120">BradshawsCloset</a> on <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/">Polyvore.com</a></small><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sdp7KB_90XI/AAAAAAAAAdA/5hHzs8aU0c8/s1600-h/accessorizebasket.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sdp7KB_90XI/AAAAAAAAAdA/5hHzs8aU0c8/s200/accessorizebasket.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5321701321957298546" border="0" /></a>As if the promise of chocolate eggs wasn't enough, this year Easter Sunday is going stylish with big flowers, baskets and bunnies to boot!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Become</span><span style="font-weight: bold;"> a Basket Case. </span>Enjoy country chic at it's best with this adorable floral basket from <a href="http://www.monsoon.co.uk/invt/49940811#">Accessorize</a>. Although Easter Sunday is an excellent excuse to use it, it is the kind of item that is cute enough to last you all summer long. It's made from 100% straw to give you that authentic rustic look and will only set you back £10.00.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Get Creative With Corsages. </span> Carrie Bradshaw may have been responsible for the corsage <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sdp7XxR1xwI/AAAAAAAAAdI/oy3hq3_7XUM/s1600-h/johnnycorsage.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sdp7XxR1xwI/AAAAAAAAAdI/oy3hq3_7XUM/s200/johnnycorsage.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5321701557987034882" border="0" /></a>revival but fashionistas are increasingly finding new and inventive ways of using them to set off an outfit. Pin several corsages around the collar of a blouse, to a handbag or to the hem of a skirt for an instant customised look! Corsages are currently on sale in every size, shape and colour but we particularly like this over-sized blue version from <a href="http://www.johnnylovesrosie.co.uk/proddetail.asp?prod=TS0853SS08#">Johnny Loves Rosie</a>. It will cost you £50.00 but it will also last you a long time because all of their items are very well made. If you're on a budget you can pick up smaller corsages at Primark, H & M and New Look at more reasonable prices.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sdp7cAIpvMI/AAAAAAAAAdQ/yqKAnq83RJA/s1600-h/playboyring.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/Sdp7cAIpvMI/AAAAAAAAAdQ/yqKAnq83RJA/s200/playboyring.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5321701630694505666" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">Follow the Pink Rabbit. </span>Playboy Bunny jewelery is tacky and we're not going to deny that but in the spirit of Easter Sunday we've hunted down the perfect Playboy bunny bling ring. It comes in pink and is so sparkly, it's the only item of jewellery you will need. Wear it with your tongue firmly in your cheek in the Bradshaw I-wear-gangster-style-jewellery-for-fun fashion and you will totally get away with it. The ring costs just £18.00 from <a href="http://www.littlewoodsdirect.com/rf/lxd/navigation/product.do?D=507775660&SNtk=catalog_no_partial&thisprod=501285157&Ntk=group_search&SNtt=ML069&N=95%20101&Nu=this_product&SN=95%20101&Ntt=507775660&Dx=mode+matchall&Np=1&product=501285157&Nty=1&Ntx=mode%20matchallpartial&SNu=pca_id&cm_mmc=shopzilla-_-Jewellery%20and%20Gifts-_-ML0691B-_-crystal%20set%20pink%20bunny%20ring">Littlewoods</a> making it the perfect guilty pleasure!Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-23146671901273634432009-04-02T12:57:00.000-07:002009-04-14T14:14:39.527-07:00Pretty in Pink<a href="http://www.polyvore.com/pretty_in_pink/set?.mid=embed&id=7629191"><img alt="Pretty In Pink" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFmlNWnNJUzhlM2hHcmlzOXZWWW9RV3cAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Pretty In Pink" width="400" border="0" height="400" /></a><br /><br />Carrie was an expert at making pink hues work for her and why shouldn't we get a bit girly from time to time and go for the dolly bird look? It worked well for Barbie!<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SdZNK2HRL0I/AAAAAAAAAco/rDzxjr9g1H0/s1600-h/cocktaildress.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 144px; height: 200px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SdZNK2HRL0I/AAAAAAAAAco/rDzxjr9g1H0/s200/cocktaildress.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5320524858504851266" border="0" /></a><br />Start your look with a bold pink dress. This Jasper Garvida Cocktail Dress from <a href="http://www.oli.co.uk/Jasper-Garvida-Cocktail-Dress/productdisplay.stm?An=673&A=29E331_10&N=4294965277+4294967158+673+697+715&Nao=32&Au=P_MasterItem&Nu=P_MasterItem&Ns=P_Colour%7C0%7C%7CP_Size%7C0">Oli</a> is just the job with it's capped sleeves and fitted shape it looks sexy without the need for showing off two much flesh. The flared skirt is perfect for disguising tummies or wide hips and it also brings a nice balance to the shape of your silhouette. The dress costs £70.00 so is definitely more of an investment piece, but the shape is timeless so you will be wearing this for <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SdZNSsGc4lI/AAAAAAAAAcw/ynAJLJiBMRM/s1600-h/pinkshoedp.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SdZNSsGc4lI/AAAAAAAAAcw/ynAJLJiBMRM/s200/pinkshoedp.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5320524993256022610" border="0" /></a>years to come!<br /><br />Keep it candy with these gorgeous muted pink shoes from <a href="https://www.dorothyperkins.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=true&catalogId=20552&storeId=12552&categoryId=51585&parent_category_rn=51581&productId=1102528&langId=-1">Dorothy Perkins</a>. The shade of these shoes is just adorable and the platform design will alleviate the strain the heel puts on your feet, providing some much-needed relief for those long nights out on the dance floor. The shoes cost just £35.00 and are vesatile enough to ensure you get your money's worth.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SdZNbN8lkFI/AAAAAAAAAc4/7RrCf_GklKU/s1600-h/whitebelt.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SdZNbN8lkFI/AAAAAAAAAc4/7RrCf_GklKU/s200/whitebelt.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5320525139780407378" border="0" /></a>Accent all your plush pink hues with some white and cream accessories to keep things subtle. We love this braided white stud belt from <a href="http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.jsp?catId=cat1070004&productId=0423_3695&WT.mc_id=k147466&WT.mc_ev=click">American Eagle Outfitters</a>. The soft braided leather makes it so Carrie Bradshaw and at just $29.50 it's an absolute bargain for your ever-expanding closet!Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7931025381569777446.post-56054965502151322162009-04-01T13:08:00.000-07:002009-04-01T14:19:01.690-07:00The Monthly-Must Have: Indulge Your Sweet Tooth With A Candy Stripe Clutch<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SdPaEkStP0I/AAAAAAAAAcg/f1xj0ILdhpk/s1600-h/candyclutch.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_vrFofk6d1GQ/SdPaEkStP0I/AAAAAAAAAcg/f1xj0ILdhpk/s200/candyclutch.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5319835356851158850" border="0" /></a>This month's must-have is this sweet and simple candy stripe clutch. Every designer worth their salt is trying to find new ways of bringing back 80s neon shades and this hard clutch bag is just the way to do it with subtlety.<br /><br />This item is a style must-have because it ticks so many fashion boxes. All the top celebs have been touting hard case clutches on the red carpet of late and the block colour effect of this little beauty keeps it so on-trend.<br /><br />It is currently on sale at <a href="http://www.asos.com/Asos/Asos-Colour-Block-Hard-Clutch/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=534729&cid=5314&clr=Multi&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=255&sort=_None">Asos</a> for just £19.75. We're expecting to see a 'sold out' sign on it very soon so we advise you to bag it whilst you can...no pun intended.Single Ladyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04190591114617186218noreply@blogger.com10