Northern Irish fashion designer Zoe Boomer creates beautiful clothing that can be worn effortlessly from day to evening. Each piece combines simplicity, style and luxury which most women want these days – clothing that they can dress up or down with the clever use of accessories! She designs pieces she herself loves to wear and only uses the best silks and chiffons. I’ve fallen head over heels in love with Zoe’s Spring/Summer 2010 Collection. Minimalism and femininity are fused together creating clothing you can wear over and over again!
Having styled for the fabulous Natasha Bedingfield, Zoe has gone from strength to strength in the world of fashion. She studied at the London College of Fashion and after she graduated went to work alongside one of London’s top stylists, styling for London and New York based fashion publications. Zoe has also worked at London Fashion Week and it was in 2006 that she launched her fashion label.
Each collection is created in her studio in Putney and each piece is hand-stitched with Zoe keeping a close eye on all aspects of production, approving every single garment created – dedication and passion for something she loves!
I was extremely lucky to have had a chance to interview Zoe and here is what she said…
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Move out of the way Christian Louboutin and Jimmy Choo (but don’t go too far!) as there is a new shoe trend in town! Say hello to Worishofers – a clog designed for bunion sufferers but now a hot must-have in the celebrity world.
This sandal definitely puts function and practicality before fashion (although I don’t think they’re all that bad to look at) and actresses such as Maggie Gyllenhaal and Kirsten Dunst have been spotted wearing them. Being dubbed ‘bunion shoes’ these cork sole wedged sandals, made for ladies who suffer from aching feet, have risen in popularity over the last couple of years. Featuring a contoured insole designed for maximum comfort they are named after the Bavarian spa town where they are made – Bad Worishofen.
These Worishofers come in several designs and colours to suit your style but never stray too far from their original purpose. Designed by a German podiatrist in the mid 20th century they are perfect for women on the go and if celebs are jumping on board this sandal wagon then why can’t the rest of us! Even famous feet must tire of wearing all those stiletto heels…
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I’m a huge fan of ALICE by Temperley so am excited to share that the website’s e-commerce store went live on Thursday 15th July this year. Vogue.com is even offering an exclusive promotion alongside the launch where customers can use a 20% discount code through its website for the first month. To make things even better Vogue.com is also giving one extremely lucky customer the opportunity to win a £1,500 wardrobe from the new ALICE by Temperley e-commerce store. (The winner will announced on www.alicebytemperley.com)
Launching with the Autumn/Winter 2010 collection, this new online store has everything from smart chunky knitwear to sophisticated jackets and coats featuring military elements. The unusual prints on the dresses and the Chara cardigan are gorgeous too and are sure to be big hits! Key pieces from the range include the Floral Jude dress, Kaia dress, the Corinna cardigan and the Firebelt. What I love about this range is that you can mix and match all these chic pieces to create fabulous outfits to keep you warm and stylish in the colder months.
The Autumn/Winter 2010 collection prices range from £60 to £685 and the online store is sure to increase ALICE by Temperley’s popularity even more!
I can imagine nearly every woman has dreamed of owning a cashmere garment. The luxurious material has been around for years and many fashionistas cannot resist the softness of a cashmere jumper! N. Peal, founded in 1936 by Norman Peal, has traded in cashmere knitwear from the boutique in the exclusive Burlington Arcade for more than 70 years!
N.Peal’s commitment to quality has remained constant over the many years and the garments they produce today are created with the same care and attention. They have attracted celebrities such as Marilyn Monroe, Ava Gardner, Jackie Kennedy, Christina Onassis, Princess Diana and Helena Christensen – all having worn pieces from N.Peal’s collections!
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I’ve always wanted to travel to Japan to experience their culture and fashion. There is something very unique and awe-inspiring about their clothing and style. The quirkiness and creativity draws people into the unfamiliar. I see so much attention paid to London Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, Paris Fashion Week and all the other European events but I’m surprised to see that not much attention is given to Japan Fashion Week. This is all going to change though and the first step is the Japanese Boutique Harajuku Freak! It stocks designers from Japan Fashion Week not found anywhere else in the west and has already caught the attention of Jay-Z and The Black Eyed Peas!
Japan Fashion Week
Expect rare, limited and avant-garde pieces on this new online fashion boutique from designers such as Garconshinos, whose pieces have been worn by actress Chiaki Kuriyama, from Kill Bill fame, and rapper Kid Cudi. One of the most successful Japanese models, Anna Tsuchiya, is a fan of designer Motonari Ono who is also featured on the site.
Each piece featured on the site is so beautifully contrasted with the use of an array of materials, from the traditional fabrics such as silks and chiffons, to the rather unusual like the coating of an iPhone touch screen being featured on some of the garments – truly unique!
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