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Trends may come and go but real style never goes out of fashion. Investment in statement pieces is back in vogue  and a capsule wardrobe should definately include a heritage camel coat. The statement pieces featured are from my-wardrobe.com Autumn Winter Collection. We have featured our favourite pieces, just scroll down for links to individual product s CLICK HERE TO SHOP Camel Swing Coat by Jaeger London Camel wool and cashmere mix long coat with a self-tie belt and bell shape sleeves. CLICK TO SHOP Giant Leopard  Bayswater by Mulberry Leopard print shoulder bag with turnlock fastening and padlock in gold CLICK TO SHOP Black Pants, Sonia by Sonia Rykiel Black tapered leg trouser with ruch and bow detail. CLICK TO SHOP Bowler Hat, See by Chloe Black wool bowler hat with blue and white star print lining and gros grain bow trim. CLICK TO SHOP White Shirt by Vivienne Westwood Anglomania White cotton button-front shirt with empire line tie. CLICK TO SHOP Black Sequi...

L.K.Bennett have launched an iPhone app which is free to download, and once downloaded you can enter your details on the competition page to go into a draw to win one of 20 exclusive LKB iPhone cases. Click here to Download to enter the luxury world of L.K. Bennett’s gorgeous shoes, boots, bags and clothes in their fabulous new iPhone app. You can also shop for your winter wardrobe statement pieces now. The collection includes the dramatic Murray cape coat featured below which is worn by Anna 26, a senior geophysicist, just one of L.K. Bennett's ambassadors from the Life is the Occasion campaign. " Spending every day studying the subsurface of the planet means Anna finds her own personal luxury in natural environments - her favourite places are romantic desert islands and cool Highland lochs." Ann is also wearing  fabulous black patent leather Darla riding boots.  

All fashion insiders, stylists and editors agree that the coat is the investment of the season and designers support this with a huge range of coats in all the top styles including trench, military, minimal , camel or even the cape . At my-wardrobe.com they have over 100+ coats from all the hot designers of the season - Acne, Love Moschino, D&G, Alice by Temperley, Tibi and even classics such as Vivienne Westwood Anglomania and Barbour...

After the huge success of her SS10 Collection for Lipsy, popstar Pixie is back with here new A/W collection. Featuring 2 distinct ranges – Pixie Party and Pixie Rocks – Pixie's super glam new collections has something for every fashionista! Pixie Lott for Lipsy CLICK TO SHOP > PIXIE VIDEO   -> PIXIE BLOG

Choose from exotic leopard prints, wild snake print, on-trend ankle socks, pretty floral lace and many more patterns and prints! Wolford's fabulous new fashion collection has just arrived! Walford Leo Tights featured CLICK TO SHOP Most Wanted:     *As seen on Cheryl Cole in her “Promise This” video, these Bondage tights by Wolford are selling out fast! With artfully interwoven stripes of sheer (choose from nude or black) and opaque (black) knitted fabric ribbons in a seductive bondage style make them an instant hit for hot dates or evenings out. CLICK TO SHOP *You may also like Wolford Leo Hold- ups CLICK TO SHOP *Henry Holland introduced something new to the world of hosiery with his Super Suspender Tights , and they have been a best-seller ever since! Maintain the sensuous appeal of suspender tights without the hassle of the belt! Henry Holland for Pretty Polly Super Suspender Tights CLICK TO SHOP

Dress trends to look out for include tribal print sun dresses, perfect for beach holidays and festivals this summer, and patterned shift dresses, worn with a wide belt to give a gorgeous shape.The hemline of the season is floor-length, so look out for maxi dresses, in block colours or summery ethnic prints. Just add a belt, a lightweight scarf or a statement necklace and you’re ready to go. For going out, embellishment is big news, so keep your accessories simple and let the dress do the work. Sequins, jewels and metallic details are the way to add sparkle this season. To shop these trends and more, head to Dorothy Perkins now International Delivery - Now shipping to over 100 destinations

Best Dressed at the Races. Get ready for The Ladies Day Calendar The summer season will start in earnest with the Grand National at Aintree on Saturday 10th April. The whole nation loves a bet in the Grand National and this year 40 runners and riders will be under starter's orders for what is one of the most celebrated horse races in the world. The very first winner of this ultimate test of endurance was " Lottery " in 1839 and probably the most famous winner of all-time was the great " Red Rum " who won in 1973, 1974 and 1977. The most famous loser, however, was " Devon Loch ", owned by Her Majesty The Queen Mother. In 1956 "Devon Loch ", ridden by Dick Francis , suddenly collapsed just 50 yards from the finish. While race pundits check out the odds and equestrian form, race watchers look forward to Ladies Day and the fabulous fashion forms when the only test of endurance is whether ladies can totter in killer heels and keep their hats o...

SPRING BREAKS - Just a hint of Spring as the birds nestle and golden daffodils adorn woodland walks, gardens and parks. Spring/Summer Collections are arriving in stores a combination of blush tones, fresh feminine florals, strong graphics, tribal safari and nautical. At last we can look forward to well-earned Easter Break and thoughts of sand, sea and life on the open waves. The fabulous VV Brown shows us how to work the nautical look in this outfit from Marks and Spencer's new TV ad . It’s all about the stripes! VV wears this essential belted cotton tunic (£15) over rolled up denim shorts from Indigo (£19.50). Add some Limited Collection platforms (£29.50) , a cute trilby (£12) and on oversized straw shopper (£15) and you’re ready to set sail this spring. Complete the look with some dotty ankle socks to get VV’s quirky look! The new TV ad was filmed on location in South Africa and features fabulous new stars Ana, Dannii, Lisa, Twiggy and VV. Click here to view all the outfits...

For Spring Summer 2010 Debenhams were delighted to relaunch Principles ,one of Britain's biggest and best-loved brands back on the high street, with internationally renowned designer Ben de Lisi at the creative helm. The collaboration is hugely anticipated by customers all over the UK, with Debenhams experiencing overwhelming customer demand for the brand's return. Thousands of searches have been made on their website and store staff have been inundated with enquiries. There are approximately 5 million loyal Principles customers in the UK, so Principles by Ben de Lisi is finally a destination on the High Street for them to shop once again. Under Ben's creative direction, Debenhams is moving the brand back to what it is celebrated for; a timeless, modern collection with a designer twist aimed at the discerning fashion lover. The price position will be lower than before without compromising quality or style. Distilling the essence of the Principles signature style, Ben h...