Reptile accessories are the season’s neutral option for summer providing versatility and style. Clash different prints or take things to the next level and team with bright vibrant shades or neon hues for a fashion forward look!
Tribal Woven Print Shoulder Bag, £17.99
Image courtesy of New Look
Tribal Embellished Drawstring Bag, £33.00
Image courtesy of Littlewoods
Dali, £75.00
Image courtesy of Dune
Minnie, £65.00
Image courtesy of Dune
Tea dresses have made a comeback for this season and can be found in a number of online and high street stores. There is no longer any need to wear tights with them so just team a pair of espadrille wedges or heels and a tanned skinny belt with your chosen design to cinch in your waist– perfect! You could even style your tea dress with a cute pair of rolled down ankle socks and chunky heeled sandals for a pretty day outfit.
I adore the elegance of the tea dress which is probably why they are so popular. The lovely delicate prints offer the ideal amount of girliness whilst evening designs prove how versatile they can really be.
The Tea Dress, £39.00
Image courtesy of Simply Be
Ditsy Print Tea Dress, £35.00
Image courtesy of M&Co
Wedges featuring organic material in their design such as raffia can produce beautiful patterns in all different colours. Raffia is made from the fibers of the doum palm imported from Corsica and each raffia palm branch is made of nearly 100 leaflets – impressive! The raffia fiber is soft, pliable, and strong which is why the material is so popular to use these days. It can be molded into the incredible designs which us fashion lovers see on a range of shoes throughout high street stores. This makes these wedges perfect for summer and super versatile – they’ll look amazing worn with maxi dresses!
Pink Print Julian J Smith Wedges, £55.00
Image courtesy of River Island
Yellow Print Julian J Smith Wedges, £55.00
Image courtesy of River Island
Scarf Prints Wedges, £40.00
Image courtesy of Next
Raffia Wedges, £50.00
Image courtesy of Next
The videos are available on YouTube (please click the below links) and they are instructional videos about how to get the latest make up looks, for spring/summer 2012. These videos, conducted and instructed by professional make-up artist Eleise Lucraft, give you all the information to get the hottest looks this summer.
Here are the looks covered:
• Minimalism and Brush Up Brows
• 3D Make-up & Wine Stained Lips
We hope you enjoy them!
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Go head-to-toe in monochrome as seen on the catwalk of Emporio Armani for super chic-ness or update the look by adding flashes of bright colour to your outfits like a neon yellow bag. Swoon! Rock a pair of shoes and accessories which incorporate both black and white too – stripes, checks and blocks will add the illusion of texture and break up the shades slightly.
If you’re going to give monochrome a go then take inspiration from the designer catwalks and remember - it can be super slimming at times!
Colour Block Blouse, £28.00
Image courtesy of Simply Be
Teardrop Lace Dress, £99.00
Image courtesy of Mint Velvet
Camotion, £85.00
Image courtesy of Dune
Jupiter, £65.00
Image courtesy of Dune
Amalfi, £39.00
Image courtesy of Modalu London
Known for her statement and unique pink hair, pout and personal style Charlotte is the face of the company’s Spring/Summer 2012 Campaign, “Love Is Free” which was shot by famed photographer Kenneth Cappello. The creative images capture the fun, and whimsical spirit of Charlotte in a series of striking poses and fashion-forward looks which are perfect for this season.
Trends featured in the campaign images are neon statement pieces, floral pantsuits, Americana-inspired ensembles, and must-have metallic accessories which are all must-haves for SS12.
Keep an eye out for this stylish and affordable collection which will be in stores this May – treat yourself to some fresh pieces to brighten up your summer wardrobe!
Play around with different colours too, whether you want to sport a vibrant bold shade or a subtle pastel, as incorporating them into your workwear has never been easier. Floral designs will also help to bring a lovely dose of femininity into looks too. Mix and match colours to freshen up outfits!
The pyjama trend may sound a bit out there but this sensual and elegant way of dressing has become a massive hit this season. Silhouettes are given a more laid back slouchy feel whilst the range of gorgeous materials such as silk and satin brings luxury to the style. A great work to evening look – the suit just got revamped!
Fleurie Print Dress, £65.00 from iStylista.com
Penny Paisley Dress, £67.00 from iStylista.com
Jade Green Silk Shirt, £170.00 from iStylista.com
Pleated Colourblock Skirt, £45.00 from iStylista.com
Low Rise Pleated Trousers, £24.99 from iStylista.com
Floral Print Cigarette Trouser, £410.00 from iStylista.com
A fan of comfort dressing during the day, Kate is often seen sporting a pair of jeans (skinny, cropped, ripped – she can rock all styles!), a tank top and a cute pair of heels. She keeps her accessory choices cool and understated with the help of a slouchy beanie hat and a pair of oversized sunglasses. Kate has also been seen wearing cute cropped jackets during the day as well as long pieces of knitwear like cardigans and jumpers. Long tunic style tops are worn with leggings and ankle or calf length boots which she dresses up slightly with a scarf as they make ideal accessories whatever the weather!
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]]>Choosing the right pair of flatforms can be a little tricky as they have such a chunky bottom half. If you’re worried they might make your legs look bigger than they are then pick a style with a delicate shoe shape on top such as pumps or sandals. The platform on designs can vary so whether you want just a little bit of height or to make a statement just be sure you feel comfortable wearing them – this new found tallness may be overwhelming! Also unless you have long killer legs (unfortunately I don’t…) then stay away from thick, dark, chunky lace-up designs as they can be super unflattering for people with thicker ankles.
Love or hate the flatform but one thing is for sure, they are definitely gaining in popularity and popping up all over designer and high street stores so aren’t going out of fashion anytime soon!
Stern Suede Shoes, £208.00 from iStylista.com
Coral Reef, £58.00 from Office
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Nineties, £32.00 from Office
Image courtesy of Office
Westwood Super Elevated Ghillies
Queen Victoria Wedding Shoe
Elton John ‘Tommy’ Boot
Rob Purdie, Executive Director, Northamptonshire Enterprise Partnership, which has supported the reopening of the museum and continues to work with the modern-day shoe and leather industries in Northamptonshire, comments:
“The Northamptonshire footwear industry is globally unique and home to an unrivalled concentration of the world’s most respected, high end, handmade shoes including Church’s, Cheaney, Barker, John Lobb, Jones and Jeffery West.
“In addition, Northamptonshire’s educational, scientific and technical expertise is recognised world-wide and our leather merchants work internationally supplying just the right kind of leather for some of the most demanding global brands. The industry flourishes today, and that’s why we’re celebrating the best of the past alongside leading new initiatives such as the launch of the International Footwear Foundation, which will support ancestral tourists and international visitors to understand the industry in the county as well as provide high quality educational and research facilities for contemporary designers, researchers and students.”
Quirky and bizarre footwear is also included in the collection. A boot made for an elephant, tribal crocodile shoes and examples of ‘concealed shoes’, shoes hidden in old buildings as a good luck ritual, which dates from as far back as the 15th century are all just a snippet as to what this range has to offer.
So if you’re ever in Northamptonshire then pop along to the Museum & Art Gallery and gaze upon the weird, crazy and beautiful gathering of shoes!
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One-Piece Suit, £44.99 from iStylista.com
EPULO – Wide Leg Jumpsuit, £179.00 from iStylista.com
One-Piece Suit Monkey, £49.99 from iStylista.com
If you’re feeling brave then clash colours and mix up prints to create some fabulous catwalk inspired looks or introduce this trend slowly into your wardrobe by snapping up a top and teaming it with a smart pair of trousers. There are so many ways to fuse the stylish print into looks this season – just have fun with it!
White Sleeveless Shirt, £24.00 from iStylista.com
Pleated Silk Skirt, £79.99 from iStylista.com
For a smart summer work outfit team your versatile white shirt with a shorts suit. Button it all the way up to the top as your legs will be on show. Wear with brogues or flats during the day then turn on the glamour in the evening and add a chunky statement necklace, bold clutch and killer heels to the look. The white shirt can even be worn with denim shorts and an oversized boyfriend blazer if you’re after a casual comfortable day outfit. Incorporate a bright bold colour into the look by choosing a jacket in yellow, orange or blue. The perfect androgynous look!
Pearly Shirt, £45.00 from iStylista.com
Black Crepe Shorts, £340.00 from iStylista.com
Suit Jacket, £79.99 from iStylista.com
Sudocrem are releasing 2 new products designed especially for kids; both containing Proderm Technology, a revolutionary new, clinically proven solution to keeping skin moisturised whilst protecting, strengthening and repairing – ideal for all the family. Its fragrance free, non-comedogenic (does not block pores), alcohol free and non-greasy.
To celebrate the occasion, Sudocrem are offering one lucky family the chance to win a week in Mallorca, staying in their own self catered luxury villa, including flights and transfers (subject to competition terms and conditions).
Just go to www.facebook.com/SudocremMousse and answer 3 easy questions!
Competition start date – Wednesday 4th April 2012
Competition finish date – Monday 4th June 2012
Competition winners announced – Monday 11th June 2012
Do not miss out on the top holiday competition 2012.
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A tomboy at heart, Kristen knows how to dress for her shape. Her fashion choices over the years hasn’t changed too much but has instead taken a more grown up approach to grungy pieces of clothing – a subtle style evolution! The actress isn’t afraid to push the fashion boundaries, taking risks that work well with her pale skin and dark hair.
Her grungy yet wearable daywear is mostly made up of slouchy t-shirts, skinny jeans and a pair of trainers. This look works well on her petite frame and is often finished with a casual jacket. Her colour choices are pretty neutral as Kristen tends to stick to wearing black, grey and white then introduces flashes of colour every now and then whether it is during the day or night.
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