The Kardashian Wedding Dress…

The curvy entrepreneur, actress, model and socialite Kim Kardashian and basketball player Kris Humphries tied the knot at 6.30pm last night in front of 440 guests at a private estate in Montecito, California.

The gown is rumoured to be a strapless ivory Vera Wang number with tulle skirt, basque waist and Chantilly lace appliqué on the bodice and “epic” train. Her shoes were by Guiseppe Zanotti. She opted for an up -do and her veil had a jewelled headpiece with diamonds that rested on her forehead. Her bouquet was white roses.

Following the ceremony, the action moved to a separate tent with the bride changing into a second Vera Wang mermaid gown with more Chantilly lace on the bodice and hand-cut organza petals on the skirt, with Kim expected to change into a third gown.

The wedding colour scheme was a classy black and white, contrasting Kate Moss’ recent bare, natural ceremony as well as the vibrant blues and red that we saw at the Royal Wedding earlier this year.
Over the short space of only two or three years Kim has shot to fame, dominating glossy magazines and making a name for herself as an international fashion icon.

So now its a matter of waiting…. and we will wait… with bated breath to see our favourite Kardashian’s much-anticipated wedding pictures…….no pressure Kim!

 

Black and white themed wedding:

 

 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Work That Wardrobe

It’s always a struggle, peeling yourself out of bed for the dreaded early morning Monday start. The last thing you want to do is throw on crisp, smart clothes and  heels and head out the door to your nine til five. ASOS has a new work collection that will have you springing out of bed at sunrise excited about Monday mornings.

This ASOS Ponti Origami Pencil skirt is just £35.00, featuring a fitted waist, an asymmetric folded detail to the side, and a zip fastening and seam split to reverse,  and all in a straight fitted style

 

 Twinned with a pair on nude court shoes and white tee completes an effortless corporate look, available in a summery pink, fierce red and jet black.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Leather Court shoes £65.00

http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-POLLY-Leather-Court-Shoes/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1307374&cid=4172&Rf900=1565,1549&Rf-200=25&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Taupe

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ASOS “V” T-Shirt at only £8.00

http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-V-T-Shirt/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1645682&cid=4169&Rf-200=5&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=White

As Pretty as a Princess

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It has happened, I too have joined the ranks and fallen in love with Kate Middleton and her effortlessly sophisticated Royal wardrobe. On her recent visit to Canada, she opts for classic lace  number at a respectable knee-length and she still manages to look flawless in a life jacket.

Out Of The Blue

Turquoise blue is inspiring me this summer.

Typically conjuring up masculine connotations, blue is a bold choice for  girl. However, after seeing Rihanna looking stunning and perfectly at home on the beach in a cyan bikini, I had to have one.

This ASOS Oasis Halterneck has square cut-out design to the centre , tie fastening to reverse with a clasp closure and low-rise hipster style briefs. It is feminine, bold, Rihanna-esque and  a cool blue perfect for the beach.

It’s not just at the beach that a turquoise number can brighten up your summer, blue accessories and make-up can jazz up a plain outfit and have you hitting this seasons trends:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The royal blue and metallic turquoise contrast on these pretty peacock earrings is right on trend.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Boyish blue glass charms still manage to make this Pandora bracelet look elegant.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A bright and bold blue varnish is perfect for attention-grabbing nails.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Finally, turquoise metallic eyeshadow looks stunning on darker eyes. This trend originated in the Victorian period when a bluish tinge to the eyelids was considered beautiful (& the sign of a weak & innocent heart). Blue-eyed girls steer clear of this trend as it will drown out your eyes. Avoid colour on the lips with this look ,nude lips with gloss suits these strong eyes perfectly.

Summer Fashion Fix- Ballet Shoes

My new love this summer has to be ballet shoes. When I was old enough to walk, my mum thrust me into dance school hoping I would give Billy Elliot a run for his money and shine on the stage. Unluckily for her, I was quite the baby elephant on my feet and it was soon determined that my talents would lie elsewhere. Flat-footed with no concept of elegance, I did everything but shine. Yet still, my memories of dance school are fond ones.  The excitement before a show , the copious amounts of wax and spray securing your hair in a bun,  the make-up you normally were forbidden to wear, the pretty pink leotards and of course those beautiful ballet shoes.

Nude pink, delicate and graceful, any girl would feel like a princess. My pair were a soft leather with satin ribbons and a dainty bow attached at the front -They were perfect.

My patience with dancing soon ran out and I discovered other hobbies I wanted to pursue. Alas, my seamless ballet shoes were discarded without a second thought.

It wasn’t until I curiously tried on a pair of ballet shoes on a shopping trip that my childhood memories came flooding back. When I slid my un-graceful foot into the small leather slipper, it fit perfectly and instantly produced a smile. I felt like a five- year -old girl again. I immediately bought them, and haven’t taken them off since.

Ballet pumps are perfect for a hot summers day, they are light on your feet, flexible, comfy and girly. They are versatile , neutral in colour and will go with almost any outfit. They’re my favourite flat shoe choice this year and although I won’t be performing any pirouettes on stage in them, I can always practice in the mirror!

Topshop Salmon Pink Ballet Pumps-

Festival Essentials this Season

Last week marked the start on the festival season, kicking off in true festival style with a wet weekend at the Isle of Wight.

 

Despite the downpour, revellers still threw on the customary knee- high socks, hunter wellies, denim shorts and Ray Bans.
As a festival virgin, I was highly unprepared. So hence, a list of essentials for the forthcoming season to ensure your festival experience is the best it can be.
You would think mid –June the height of the British Summer and sun cream would be an essential. On a more realistic note, it will only take up much needed space in your rucksack for macs, umbrellas and spare towels.
There is nothing worse than being soaking wet and clambering into an equally drenched tent to attempt to sleep through the cold and damp. It was an early departure for me on the Sunday , after waiting 6 hours in the pouring rain to see the Script , it was time for home. Whilst many stayed behind for Kasabian and the last night events, I couldn’t think of a better way to spend the evening than in a hot bath tub and a dry, bug-free bed.
Still, the weekend was a lot of fun, and I learnt a lot from my first festival experience.
I would firstly advise NOT to bring a pop –up, disposable tent, as many do. They do not last. Especially if it rains (which it probably will). I suggest a large, strong 3 or 4 man tent so that if it rains you have shelter instead of queuing for and cramming into nearby marquis.

Another absolute essential, as unflattering as it is- a rain mac. I resorted to a three pound plastic sheet they called a rain mac to shield me from the wet, and it was (unsurprisingly) unsuccessful.

It’s well worth paying the extra pennies to stay dry. This bright hooded mac from ASOS is waterproof patent yellow , stylish and practical.

So now you have your two main essentials, along with loo rolls, babywipes, dry shampoo and a compact mirror, your next step is your outfit.
It’s not a simple task, packing the bag for a festival, having to cater for all weather conditions and battling with the smart/casual look. So what are the festival outfits that’ll have you standing out from the crowd?

The Hunter Welly-
We can thank Kate Moss for this one, sporting the hunter and denim hot pant look back in 2005 sparked an enormous entourage of devotees to the hunter welly- they have themselves become a festival fashion essential.
I grabbed a pair of millets wellies at the ferry terminal, when I discovered every other girl sporting a pair. An un-adventurous bogey green, but they came in handy wading through the mud and sludge on the last day.
Another fashion must-have in the field this year is the headband. From pretty florals to scruffy scarves- hair accessories secure the festival look with minimum effort.

Combined with messy up-dos and trilby hats, wayfarers are a quick fix for the retro festival look. Heavy on the purse but well worth the pay-out:

So whether its Reading, Leeds or Glastonbury this year, make sure you grab your essentials and rock out in a stylish outfit this festival season…. and don’t forget your umbrella!

The Maxi Dress- A Maxi Disaster?

So the English summer is once again upon us. The first glimpse of sun through the clouds and us Brits get as much flesh on show as possible. Last year we all bore witness to the take- off of the maxi dress. Long, light and elegant, it was a wardrobe must-have.

It wasn’t until I overheard a group of rowdy men mocking a date one of them had been on, “She turned up wearing this flowery dress down to the floor!” It then occurred to me, these summer dresses that us women had frantically been buying, may not be aesthetically pleasing to the male eye.
After sharing this shocking information with a friend, she decided against wearing her maxi on her upcoming date that week. But should we let men dictate our wardrobes in order to impress? Or should we trust our own good judgment of fashion and don the maxi dress this summer?
When it comes to clothes, men can be very narrow-minded. I have been forbidden to wear jumpsuits because they “look like giant baby- grows”. I still however continue to buy them in every colour possible.
So does the lack of flesh on show put men off a girl in maxi dress or do some men prefer a tasteful long dress on woman?
Nik, 30 from Brighton thinks it is risky for a girl to sport a maxi dress, “It depends on the style and pattern of the dress, really baggy dresses can look like maternity clothes. I like the figure hugging ones on a girl.”
The great thing about the maxi dress is its diversity and ability to look good on girls of all shapes. They are the ultimate dress down and up dress. Looking glamorous and graceful combined with a set of wedges for an evening out, or looking equally at home on the beach thrown on over a bikini with gladiator sandals.
Tommy, 23 from Bournemouth thinks the maxi dress is a “hit or miss”claiming, “some of them make women look feminine and pretty, but some can make a girl look old.”
So it could just be a question of choosing the right dress for you, and not to worry there are plenty to choose from.
Ranging from bold Aztec prints to pretty florals and solid colours, there is a maxi dress to suit all tastes. For pear- shaped girls, a halter neck will accentuate your feminine assets and give you a cleavage boost. For the tall and slim, cotton off- the-shoulder maxi dresses will glide over and enhance your figure.
So for a flattering and sophisticated outfit for a wedding, a holiday or evening out, regardless of what some men have said, the timeless maxi dress should be a strong contender.

Photographer- Monica Walton