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Looks Like Topshop Teen Spirit! 90s Grunge in 2012

2012-01-27T07:51:00.000-08:00

New SS12 Collection: 90s Grunge. Every girl is a diehard fan of at least one 90s grunge band! Whichever one you love, the pared down, thrown together look that came to define one of fashion's most memorable eras is back. The bias-cut slip, boyfriend knit and collegiate hoodie are set to be your new season staples. Thrown on nonchalantly with a check shirt, denim hot pants and a distressed band tee, you better get practicing your guitar skills. As any girl that loves grunge knows, scuffed boots are an essential! CLICK TO SHOP 90S GRUNGE COLLECTION
New SS12 Collection: Surf Luxe Planning your warmer-weather wardrobe is a sure-fire way to overcome the cold January blues. This week we introduce another Topshop SS12 collection – Surf Luxe. The girl who knows how to navigate a surf board is riding high on fashion's radar. SS12 is the season to make waves in sporty separates that have sea inspired details flowing right through them. Metallics, beading and patterns have us in their lure and are easier to throw on and mix and match than ever before. CLICK TO SHOP SURF LUXE COLLECTION

Making Headlines: TOWIE's Birthday Girl in Aftershock

2012-01-21T03:36:00.000-08:00

TOWIE’s Lydia Bright celebrated her 21st Birthday with a night out in London wearing a "sweetheart" of a dress from Aftershock. The sleeveless Sinora dress features a sweetheart neckline with sequined paisley detailing around the empire waistline, neckline, and over the hips, a sheer, champagne overlay, with black and champagne layers underneath. The waterfall hemline of the overlay features a sheer black band and flares around the ankles. GO SHOP

MAKING HEADLINES
Belle of the Ball - The Sun
Omg from Yahoo Birthday Party Drama Central
Glamour Magazine
Daily Mail Lydia-Bright-New-grown-up-look-shorter-hairdo

Vintage Style and Faded Antique Hues. Occasion Wear from Phase Eight

2012-01-17T07:18:00.000-08:00

The Fonteyn Collection! A dreamy, graceful occasion wear collection from Phase Eight featuring refined 50s silhouettes with a nipped in waist. Pretty praline and cream tones are softened with gentle dusty pinks, tinted silvers and faded antique hues. Feminine ruffles, tiers and ruching in soft fabrics creates a modern take on a vintage story. We just love this Rosie belted dress - £130 you may also like the Oriental fringe jacket - £99

HAIR RAISING STYLES - PREPARE TO PARTY

2011-12-30T06:51:00.000-08:00

A girl needs a little more on top for special occasions. If you want to have a totally glamorous look like celebrities Jessie J, Tulisa, Kelly Rowland, Cheryl Cole, Katie Price and Coleen McLoughlin, there are some really great versatile hairpieces and hair extensions including cute clip-on pony tails, the best selling "Glam" and the mid-length "Thrill" which is a straight hairpiece blended into loose spiral curls. This year we were all entranced by X-Factor judge Kelly Rowland's ever-changing super shiny locks last year, however, it was Danni Minogue's fabulous classic bob that caused quite a stir. The bob is as popular as ever as seen on pop divas Jessie J, Katie Perry; Holly Valance looked stunning in her Chicago style black shiny bob on Strictly Come Dancing. You can even make a startling entrance with a classic party punk "Sugar" bob in candy floss pink or mauve.! The perfect boots for this style are long Gogo Boots or Doc Martens. The new Queen of fashion, Victoria Beckham's old sharp POB has been replaced by a softer longer length but if you liked that style but can't bear to lose your tumbling tresses check out the cute elfin style wig "Victoria" or if you prefer Agyness Deyn's sassy blonde style try out the "Cassie". Hot Hair also stock Jessica Simpson & Ken Paves Clip-in Extensions.One of the best selling items is the hip braided hairband. There are too many colours & styles to list here so use this link to check out a look that suits you. New Year's Eve Celebrations just wouldn't be the same without some colour flashes or a partytime ponytail.

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Dune’s fabulous Christmas collection!

2011-12-16T07:27:00.000-08:00

Get ready for the party season and Dune’s fabulous Christmas collection. Celebrate the festive season in glittering style with exquisite shoes and accessories. Be party fabulous in eye-catching stilettos in metallic, glitter and diamante dazzle or be cosy and chic in quilted riding boots and fur collar ankle boots. Dune will give you some endless sparkle this party season.

Celebrity Seen - Super Cool Fearne Cotton in Olivia Rubin Dress

2011-12-08T07:02:00.000-08:00

There has never been a better brand ambassador for Olivia Rubin than Fearne Cotton, who is constantly seen stepping out in Olivia's statement designs. Fearne has been recently spotted in Olivia's Kim Dress (£135.00), a playful take on the monochrome trend. Wear yours a la Fearne with a leather biker jacket and tights, or with brogues for a stylish androgynous look.

FEARNE COTTON WEARS THE SUPER COOL OLIVIA RUBIN KIM DRESS!

Limited Edition Dresses at Topshop

2011-12-02T08:03:00.000-08:00

Parties and presents, two of the most important things to think about as we edge towards Christmas. Fall in love with Topshop AW11 Limited Edition Dresses and check out this season's hottest party outfits. Statement detail and intricate embellishment combine with the season's hottest hues. Pick your favourite and make it yours - only a limited number of each are made!

Sequins Rock! Perfect Party Dresses

2011-11-29T04:30:00.000-08:00

Show stopping glitzy dress featuring all over black sequins with long sleeves, low v exposed back, bodycon styling and a luxuriously thick lining. This sequin mini dress is PERFECT for the party season, team with killer platform courts and a metallic clutch for a modern spin on vintage Hollywood glamour. Motel Gabby Sequin Dress in Charcoal.

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Celebrity Seen. Party Pieces.

2011-11-25T07:34:00.000-08:00

Molten metal was definately a must for BBC Children in Need presenters Tess Daly, Alisha Dixon and Fearne Cotton last week. Fearne Cotton dazzled in a luxurious gold pleated floor length gown. If you loved Fearne's style check out the full length version of Mulberry's catwalk piece, this shimmering metallic dress is all any woman needs for effortless Seventies inspired evening glamour. The empire line and plissé pleats are perfectly flattering and the elegant cut makes this ideal for wearing under a tailored jacket when the night is over. MulberryLong Pleated V Neck Dress £1,500.00 -

Celebrity Seen. Plaited Hood Scarf

2011-11-23T07:39:00.000-08:00

Trend Spotting. As seen on X Factor's Misha B, wrap up warm this winter in a cosy plaited scarf hood. £24.99, CLICK TO VISIT STORE

Celebrity Seen! Donata Style for Jameela

2011-11-16T07:22:00.000-08:00

Cool TV Presenter and model, Jameela, pictured below is wearing the popular Donata style (£849) from the UGG Collection, UGG Australia's premium, high fashion range which combines the magic of sheepskin with the timeless art of Italian handcraftsmanship. Choose from Bomber jacket-finished Spanish Merino or dip-dyed-denim Toscana sheepskin. Wear over the knee or turn down to expose that exquisite shearling lining. Well stacked-leather heel with ground-grabbing rubber sole - the perfect cold-weather style solution. CLICK TO SHOP OFFICIAL STORE

Winter Sparkles. Star studded classic boots

2011-11-10T08:08:00.000-08:00

The womens UGG® Classic Short Sparkles is a stylish and glittery take on one of the most iconic sheepskin boots. Covered in sparkly sequins and bound with satin, it is sure to make you stand out from the party crowd. New for this season the ‘short sparkles’ style boots are perfect for the Christmas season. They are available in Ruby Red, Purple, Silver, Black and Gold. Womens Classic Short Sparkles Price: £195 CLICK TO VISIT OFFICIAL SITE

Red Carpet style for a White Wedding. Pippa inspired bridesmaid dress arrives at Debenhams

2011-11-08T08:42:00.000-08:00

The much anticipated Pippa Middleton style, ivory cowl neck bridesmaid dress is now available at Debenhams (while stocks last of course). Brides-to-be are queuing up for this dream dress, it's classic, elegant and simple. This sweeping floor length dress from Debut features a cowl neck with side satin panels under the bust, short sleeves, a mock button fastening through the back and a small train to the hem. This gorgeous dress is a REAR-ly good price at just £170. CLICK TO VISIT STORE

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Be dazzled by these Glitter Platform Court Shoes

2011-11-03T07:37:00.000-07:00

Aptly named Bling, this dazzling platform court shoe by Dune features mirror like glitter sprinkled all over the shoe and stiletto heel, giving it a wonderful sparkling shine. They are available online at John Lewis and are perfect for a special evening out. It comes with a super high and slender stiletto heel, a platform front and textured upper CLICK TO VISIT STORE

Agent Provocateur Launches Soiree Online

2011-11-02T05:42:00.000-07:00

Agent Provocateur's premium Soiree collection oozes with luxury, boasting with the finest materials, cleverest cuts and most exquisite embellishments. Now available online for the first time.

The Collection

MADALYN - Unzip your desires in a flush of scarlet red silk. Madalyn is crafted in a French silk jacquard of red and black leopard print and embellished with golden zips that are perfect for a moment of unveiling. This innovative range can be seductively deconstructed to create two looks in one; Madalyn can be zipped up to give you full coverage by day and then unzipped to reveal more by night.

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CLARICE - A tiered and sculpted smooth black satin range edged in luxurious golden zips. The Clarice range echoes the vivid designs of Elsa Schiaparelli who pioneered the deliberate mix of fastenings and embroideries for provocative outcomes. Perfect for connoisseurs of couture lingerie.

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DAVIS - Sophisticated and subtly intricate, Davis is created to make you look and feel beautiful. Made from delicate layers of black satin, finest Italian gingham tulle and beautifully hand clipped black and white lace. An elegant black French silk bow with a pretty lace rose bud decorates the centre front.

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GENE - Engage in the subtle art of seduction in this beautiful hand finished set. Gene strikes the balance perfectly between couture lingerie and form fitting shape wear. Created in the most luxurious midnight blue guipure embroidery and French stretch silk satin, Gene is designed to flatten and lift in all the right places
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CELESTE - Slip into the silkiness of Celeste and luxuriate. Created in coral silk chiffon, trimmed in deep red French leavers lace, this full sweeping set is inspired by the hedonistic cabaret stars of the Weimar period. The kimono gown and short slip can be worn together or separately - either look will leave a glamorous impression.

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Celebrity Seen. Get Tulisa's After Dark Look

2011-10-26T05:40:00.000-07:00

X Factor fever is gripping the nation! We have definitely found a new celeb style crush in Tulisa Contostavlos who manages to reflect her feisty attitude in her very own look. Tulisa was spotted recently looking totally stunning wearing a pair of After Dark killer high heels whilst popping into the X Factor contestants house. This platform is a head turner especially with the added gold clasp and bow detail. To get Tulisa's look check out the gorgeous range of platform high heels from Office
Get the Look After dark black patent £82.00