Tis the season to be pretty
Studded detail jumper and lace detail skirt from Topshop
Lace detail top, stripe ¾ length sleeve top and skull print top from New Look
Another season, another trend. And if the heavy leather and studding of outfits last season weighed you down you can breathe a sigh of relief. For this season we’ve gone from leather and studs to pink and lace. That’s right this season’s latest trend is ‘pretty chic’.
Before those of you pink averse groan let me lighten the load, just because there’s pink and lace pieces it doesn’t mean fashion has gone completely marshmallow on you, with select studding and detailing on some pieces such as skulls you can still keep the tough look of seasons past, this season it’s just a softer, prettier version of it. Another possibility is black or grey pieces that are available, such as the black lace dress from New Look, or strips to mix it up.
Tips for this trend are easy; your colour palette consists of creams and a variety of pinks such as dusky pink and rose pink. There’s a lot of lace, tulle detailing, silks and satins forming up the pieces in shops this season. This is a decent alternative to the usual sickly pastels of spring/summer trends and lightens up the still-dreary days ticking over from this winter’s weather. So throw off those spiked heels, grease yourself out of all that leather and slip into a pretty pink lace top and ballet pumps and enjoy the let up from harsh fashion in favour of pretty, girly fashion.
Christmas must-haves for men. Clothes Show Live style!
December 18, 2009 by Nicholas Robinson · Comments
The Clothes Show Live, at the NEC in Birmingham, is not the place to go if fashion runs your life, however, it is the place to be if you just like to get an idea of what to wear and what’s currently on trend.
The fashion show was more about the performance and entertaining a crowd full of eager Tweens and industry wannabies than it was hard-fashion. In-spite of this, there were a few excellent pieces for guys this Christmas.
The most exciting items had to be the shoes. Guys normally get a bit of a bad deal when it comes to shoes and trend; they’re either too sporty, too jazzy or just boring. This time though, they were just right.
Military Boots from All Saints, £165.
They may cost a fair bit, but they will last a long time.
Dr.Martens (DNs), £70-£150 from Dr.Martens.com.
How can you say no to such an icon? You may have had a pair as a child, so you can have a pair as an adult. This pair cost £70 on the site. They come in plain colours and in patent too, but you could go for classic black. Dr Martens were a big player at the Clothes show, some of the guys wore pink patent.
Circus fashion crept upon us last winter. This Christmas it’s back and it’s on E. There were a lot of sequin and patent pants on the catwalk, but don’t appeal to most guys. Here are some other options, which are a bit less ‘uhoh!’ and a lot more ‘bravo!’
Silver Super Skinny Trousers, £50, from Top Man, also available in bronze. Wear them with military boots and a black blazer to tone them down. Wear with the burgundy blazer below and a tweed bow tie as a festive statement.
Metallic pants may not appeal to you right now. These Religion Slim Trousers are exclusive to Asos.com, £65. Great because you can wear them all year and aren’t metallic.
Dandy is making a long awaited come back. In honour of this, blazers and dikkie bows are now essential. Here is a Burgundy Poachers Jacket, £140, from Top Man. This would look dandy with most pant choices, but I would suggest sticking with skinny jeans or trousers to get a sleek silhouette.
Not feeling the Poachers Jacket, then how about velvet? The classic-cut of Asos’ tipped velvet jacket is soft, looks great open, and looks even better closed. £70, Asos.com
Could it really be Christmas without tartan thrown in somewhere? Top Man, £36. This would look great, open, in the summer with a band t-shirt, bleached denim three quarters and military boots.
If you need to accessorize, shop around for bow ties. Velvet or tweed in a neutral or rich colour will make a subtle but alternative statement. Wear with white shirts, or if you dare to be a little more impactful, find a contrasting print which will add a little more interest to the ensemble.
Although it was a bit of a theatre, the Clothes Show was inspirational, a great way for the younger or ignorant to see what fashion can be, which is, what you want it to be.
Cotto vs Jennings the preview
February 14, 2009 by Alfie Wilkinson · Comments
Expect an explosive night on February 21st, as Britain’s Michael Jennings faces the world renowned, Puerto Rican, fighter, Miguel Cotto.
The fight for the WBO world welterweight title will take place at Madison Square Garden, New York, the spiritual home of boxing.
Masquerade
Like monochrome monsters catapulted on to the catwalk from an outside world, the models parade down the runway. Their figures and genders are distorted beyond recognition in the shadow of their clothing. Over their heads are full, latex masks. Read more
Be the Bell of the Bicycle Ball
November 9, 2008 by Charlotte Cheeseman · Comments
Get with the times people, as the credit crunch is still on the munch leave your cars at home and get in the saddle. The Parisians are calling cycling the ”dernier cri”, (the last word), but whatever you call it, we hope you’re ditching your handbags, donning a helmet and mounting your bike - this season’s ultimate in accessories. Read more
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