Focus Fashion Notes

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 ...

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. CLICK TO SHOP ALL DRESSES   CLICK TO SHOP KNITWEAR CLICK TO SHOP PARTYWEAR

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

The womens UGG® Classic Short Sparkle s 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

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 Photo copyright Debenhams

Mannish style first burst onto the society scene in the 1920s, when liberated women finally flung away their corsets, unbridled their breasts, cropped their hair and embraced the flatter, straighter styles. An androgynous vogue, slicked backed hair and men’s tuxedo jackets and trousers were an alternative to girly flapper frocks. In the 1930s, the German born, American actress and singer Marlena Deitrich epitomised this look in an iconic scene in the film 'Morocco'. Fast forward to 1993 and the look is adopted by Mother of Reinvention, Madonna, for her burlesque-inspired, VMA performance of "Bye Bye Baby”. Another screen goddess who broke the mould was Hollywood actress, Katharine Hepburn whose style was defined by smart tailored pieces and those much copied high-waisted, wide-legged trousers. She in turn inspired film actress Dianne Keaton, who won an Oscar for her role in Woody Allen’s Annie Hall in 1977. Her cookie mannish style has endured and her most notable wardrob...

Winging its way back to the 60s and ticking all the trend boxes is this Navy printed Peter Pan collar dress This navy printed dress from Red Herring features a white bird print design, a Peter Pan collar with a vintage lace trim, ruched short sleeves, a sash tie to the waist and a classic pleated skirt with a light flare. You may also like the Black Spotted Tunic dress and Black 60s knitted dress both in "Swinging London" Style. CLICK TO VIEW THE NEW RED HERRING COLLECTION AT DEBENHAMS