Brad and Angelina are Jealous of You

Fashion Week Season has well and truly kicked off in New York.

With fashion week comes runway directions, the best so far? Without a doubt these instructuions at Michael Kors' safari themed show.

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Nice to see a sense of humour on the runway!
F x

Weekly Wishes

Weekly wishes time. What do I fancy this week?

Chat about the M&S Limited Collection is everywhere and after a quick look I was left wanting the majority of the stuff, most unexpected!

Without a doubt my favourite piece is this knitted mohair, bird print top. Even though it comes under the slightly cringe-worthy umbrella of 'quirky cool' (a possible reminder of a generational gap!), it will be a perfect throw on come the (slightly) colder months. Plus, at £29.50 a pop you can't really go wrong and let's face it, we can all rely on Marks and Sparks!

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Now I just need to work on finding it out here in Dubai...
F x

Kate Moss' Wedding Photos - As Seen in American Vogue

As we could have predicted Kate Moss' wedding photos, in the September Issue of American Vogue, are far more high fashion than to-the-highest-bidder.

Mario Testino's photos speak for themselves, it was a perfect few days. I have included more or less the whole collection, just leaving out the photos of guests... they're not as fun!

Enjoy,
F x

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The September Issue

So here it is, The September Issue. The big one!

As the fashion world gets ready for the frenzy of fashion weeks ahead, this issue is a guaranteed way to get you ready for a new season's fashion.

What better way for us to prepare than with Freja Beha Erichsen and Arizona Muse (what a name!) shot on the cobbles of Antwerp by Mario Testino, in their 'Master Class' editorial. The unusually dark shoot is almost completely monochrome and has a very clerical feel.

Vogue and Testino have excelled themselves, a melancholic and gloomy shoot that still forces the garments to scream out as covetable is no mean feat. Just look at that Givenchy set.

However, this issue wasn't only made up of Freja Beha Erichsen and doom & gloom, although the vast majority of the clothes featured were monochrome. There is confirmation for me that the cape is sticking around for another season, (I knew it was wise, not frivolous, to invest in two last winter!) and a piece encouraging us to turn our back on the wild and look to the exotic, with skins as the pattern of the winter. That is news that the Kardashians probably won't take well...

However, the main talking point of the issue was a piece by Charlotte Sinclair, one that looks at 'The Turbulent Life of John Galliano'. The ups and downs of Galliano's year aren't something I need to go into right now, they have been much discussed by everyone (but for the record, it disgusted me). I think it was bold for Vogue to do a feature on him at the moment, however after Kate Moss had him design her wedding dress and now that Natalie Portman is modelling for Dior again, perhaps there is no better time for Vogue to look for the man behind the rumours. 

The feature doesn't dispute or dispel any of the stories about Galliano, but looks at his story, starting with his family life and speaks to the people closest to him, to build him into a person not a media creation. However, more importantly, the piece focuses on the amazing creations he designed at Dior, focusing in on his magnificent dresses that were truly made for living fairy tales. 

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What did you think about the September Issue?

F x

Who Dressed Well This Week? Beyonce

There is only really one contender for Who Dressed Well this Week, Beyonce!

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Arriving at the VMAs she wore a floor length, bright orange Lanvin gown. Sensibly, she chose to keep the accessories minimal, instead she flaunted her ultimate accessory: a baby bump.

Congrats Beyonce!
Love,
F x

Weekly Wishes

Weekly wishes time! This week this pair of Oasis shorts caught my eye.

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I have wanted a pair of statement shorts for a while and, paired with a nice tan and some killer heels, I think this pair with the scallop hem detail might be just the ticket!

I am defiantly a sucker for a good time piece and have been checking out Ice watches for ages. Hopefully I will be able to treat myself to the gorgeous Ice White with a purple face sooner rather than later!!

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What's on your hit list this week?
F x

Who Dressed Well This Week? Anne Hathaway

Super quick 'Who Dressed Well This Week?' because I am being whisked out the door as I type!

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Well, this week there could only be one answer to that question and it is Anne Hathaway, wearing Alexander McQueen to the UK premiere of One Day. The dress is gorgeous on Hathaway and it is clear that she is following through on her on gratitude "to Kate Middleton for dressing like a lady."

Although the dress might be a touch too long for the actress, she has complimented it perfectly with McQueen accessories, resulting in total elegance.

It's clear she is reading from the Duchess of Cambridge's book of style, what do you think of Anne Hathaway's red carpet look?
F x

A Disney Take on Vogue

I love it when someone takes the concept of Vogue and gives it their own spin and this idea takes Disney Couture to another level! Artist Dante has taken the infamous Vogue cover format and illustrated them with our favourite Disney Princesses as cover girls.

I have narrowed down my favourite three from the collection of eight. I tried to do it based on the illustrations but there is no doubt that my decision has been influenced by the films!

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I adore the Belle and Jasmine covers, but the winner for me has to be the Snow White cover. Snow White is the Princess that has remained the most true to her character on the cover, but is owning it as if she has been through every cycle of America's Next Top Model! 

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Here is the full collection: 

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Would you buy a Disney Vogue, or would you rather stick to flesh and bone models?

F x