Tatty's Song of the Week.

Aside from fashion and retail music is one of my main passions in life! I've decided to start posting my 'song of the week' on my blog, so each week you can see what I'm listening to and loving! I will pre-warn you that my music taste is quiet sporadic, so one week it could be a pop song, then the next week a rock anthem and, thanks to my recent holiday to Ibiza, there may even be a few house tracks on here!

Hope you enjoy this week's track by ex X-Factor contestant Amelia Lily. I loved her on the accent - her punky attitude and her husky voice combined seemingly created a star in the making. Her debut single 'You Bring Me Joy' has been released this week. There isn't a video yet, but I managed to hunt this version down on YouTube.

Enjoy!

xoxo



Yeaahh Boiii...

I can't get enough of all of the seriously cool Boy London products that seem to be creeping up everywhere at the moment! Whether its Rihanna hiding away from the paps in a BOY cap or the stunning Rita Ora clashing her eagle printed leggings with an embellished blazer, the product range seems to be a must-have for any individual with that sensational urban street style.

Head to toe in Boy London, RiRi's ahead of the trend...

Everyone's crushing on Rita Ora at the moment - check out
her Boy London tee!

A vision in white, Jessie J loves the monochrome palette...

Proving you can twist your Boy London tee by adding
smart tailoring...

With a recognisable eagle emblem that has been circling the underground fashion scene since the 1970's punk faze, Boy London went from being featured in a small-time boutique on the infamous Kings Road to an iconic label that represents London, freedom and pure anarchy!

An emphasis is placed on key silhouettes and shapes amongst a monochromatic colour palette, allowing the graphic BOY LONDON lettering to take centre stage. Heavily influenced by punk rock, the brand began to appeal to a broader subject range with celebs such as Madonna and Boy George getting in on the revolutionary label's fashion antics back in the day!

Boy London Graphic Tee
£35

Emblem Sweat Top
£55

Black Logo Leggings
£40

White Logo Leggings
£40

BOY Cap
£35

Shop Online:
www.selfridges.com/Boy-London
www.leavetheboyalone.com/

All images sourced externally
I do not own any of the images

Ibiza Style: Tie Dye...

Following on from yesterdays Ibiza theme, another hot trend spotted on the sandy shores was 'tie dye'. Think late 60's early 70's hippy style influences where psychedelic art, ikat patterns and batik prints took centre stage. Bring the infamous dye forward 40 years into the 20th Century and you get the coolest girls chilling out in flowing maxi dresses, ripped up tees and ombre silk shirts around the sunset strip in Ibiza! Here are a few pieces to get you into the hippy mood ready for your holiday!

Dip-Dye Shirt
Topshop
£45

Tie Dye Sandal
Urban Outfitters
£10

Knot Tee
Topshop
£20

Tie Dye Vest
Miss Selfridge
£15

Tunic
Label Lab
£50

Shopper
Urban Outfitters
£16

 Happy Holiday Shopping

xoxo

All images taken from brand websites

Shop Online:

www.houseoffraser.co.uk

www.urbanoutfitters.co.uk

www.topshop.com

www.missselfridge.com



Ibiza Style: Who Likes Short Shorts...?

After an amazing two weeks away from my working life in London, I am now officially back and raring to get going on my blog again. I admit, I have been abandoning my blog posts of late, but after a much needed R&R session I am fully motivated and inspired...

This weeks posts will see a major focus around Ibiza! After just returning from a holiday in one of the party capitals, I am all about sun, sea, sand and of course STYLE! The biggest trend I witnessed out there (sometimes for the good, sometimes for the bad!) where girls in short shorts - and I mean SHORT shorts. I think I saw more bums than Bacardi breezers out there. So where can you get yours from? See my hot high street picks and advice on how to style them!



Not exactly one of the most popular trends seen in Ibiza this summer, but the girls sporting the grungey look where totally rocking it! These dip-dye shorts from Topshop are great paired with a graphic tee or cut-up vest...

Dip Dye Shorts
Topshop
£38

 Try this rock idol Led Zeppelin tee; turn up the sleeves and tie the front for a relaxed, beach side look.

Led Zeppelin Tee
By and Finally
£22

What better excuse to experiment with the season's hottest prints than when your away on holiday? Tropical prints decorated the Ibiza bay and these short shorts from Matalan certainly do not disappoint!

Tropical Shorts
£16
Matalan

 Think 1950's Grease style and team your printed shorts with a vintage-inspired denim tank top like this one from Warehouse...

Denim Top
Warehouse
£25

Tans to be envied by Essex citizens where everywhere in Ibiza (41 degree heat could be to blame..?) and so for once pastel tones where a must to accentuate your gorgeous glow! How cute are these crochet shorts from Miss Selfridge? 

Crochet Shorts
Miss Selfridge
£32

Take influence from the seasons 'texture mix' trend and team with this cut-out top from Warehouse in mink!

Cut-Out Top
Warehouse
£35

 Classic denim cut-offs where any girls Ibiza wardrobe staple! Don't forget to tick these features from your short shorts check list: distressed denim, low rise and bum skimming!

Short Shorts
River Island
£25

Cover up on route to buy your ice cream in this slinky kimono from River Island for a jaw-dropping £10! Thanks River Island summer sale!

Kimono
River Island
£10

 The ultimate summer key piece is the bralet  - don't go to Ibiza without it!

Bralet
River Island
£12

Happy Holiday Shopping

xoxo

All images taken from brand websites

Shop online at:

www.topshop.com

www.matalan.co.uk

www.warehouse.co.uk

www.missselfridge.com

www.riverisland.com

Matalan has London Fever...

Everyone seems to have London fever lately. Whether it's because of the Queen's Jubilee (did you brave the Thames?!) or because of the Olympics in a few weeks time, the fashion world is London crazy and getting in on the action is high street giant Matalan.

How cool are these London sight seeing tees featuring famous landmarks such as St Pauls Cathedral, Tower Bridge and Big Ben? My two best friends are London crazy since our move to the Big City 8 months ago and these are a perfect wardrobe addition to feed our capital obsession - there's one each!

Big Ben Tee
Matalan
£10

Tower Bridge Tee
Matalan
£10

St Paul's Cathedral Tee
Matalan
£10

Are you letting London influence your style this season?

Happy Shopping

xoxo

Shop Online at www.matalan.co.uk

All images from www.matalan.co.uk



Come and Explore as the Pixies Play Dress-Up....

Regular readers of my blog will know how much I adore a vintage find! Today's vintage find, however, is not about just one item that has been pulled from the world of yesteryear, but a capsule collection of one-off treasures from the lovely ladies via Pixies Play Dress-Up!

Just like every one of you trend-savvy individuals, these Pixies believe that when it comes to fashion it's about creating a look that is tailor-made to suit your individual style. So whether your longing to rock out in a 50's style swing dress, make a statement in 80's influenced silhouettes or brave it in 90's psychedelic patterns, these Pixies have it all. Sourcing pretty pieces from the boroughs of London through to the boutiques in Paris and the avenues in New York, the Pixies invite you to play dress up with them!

50's Florals
Summer may have decided to stay with us (although don't hold your breath just yet!) so what better way to get into the summer spirit than by purchasing one of these lovely vintage numbers? Team with your Hunter wellies for ultimate festival styling, with cute converse during an afternoon picnic with friends or just team with a knitted cardi for those cooler days! Florals are the perfect seasonal vintage buy...

Adorable vintage dress teamed with a lightweight
knit for those cooler moments this summer...

Get retro glam with a fitted denim pencil skirt and
cool converse...

Who likes short shorts? We do and so does
our vintage floral blouse!

80's Silhouette
Killer curves deserve to be shown off so why not channel the ultimate vintage era of the 1980's? Think cinched in waists, exaggerated shoulders and plunging necklines that just ooze sexiness!

Create killer curves with a cinched in waist...

Exaggerate those shoulders for ultimate 80's style!

90's Nostalgia
Over sized printed shirts paved the way in the style stakes during the 90's! The Pixies have been busy thrifting away and have found these two beauties on their vintage travels! The animal print blouse is my number one pick!

Vintage animal print blouse teamed over
leather skinny pants...

Gorgeous psychedelic pattern embellished with jewel
 coloured sequins...

Have you been tempted yet to play dress up with the Pixies? Which items are on your wish list?

Happy Vintage Shopping

xoxo

Feeling curious? Facebook Pixies Play Dress-Up here

Want to get in on the thrifting action with Pixies Play Dress-Up? Check them out at The Vintage Barboot

*All images courtesy of Pixies Play Dress-Up 

Dune Shoes Press Event AW 12...

If you have become a Summer 2012 cynic, like myself, then this post will have you longing for the winter to come quicker than it already seems to be! If your beach-ready sandals are gathering dust underneath your bed (let's face it, whose aren't?!) then you are in for a treat as I give you a sneaky glimpse at the upcoming Dune shoes AW12 collection. Why not get ahead of the fashion crowd and adapt some of the hot toe-trends to your shoe collection right now? Keep your eyes peeled for animal print, tassles, glitter and the ultimate stud embellishment!

All that glitters and shines:

You can't have a winter without adding a bit of glitz and glam to your shoe-drobe! Sprinkled like fairy dust over sleek ankle boots or adding a touch of elegance to a day time sneaker; if it doesn't sparkle, it doesn't count...

The glitter effect...
Dune, £99

Glitz, glam and comfort...
Dune, £65

Who's that STUD?

Embellished, emblazoned and engraved - don't even think about picking up a boot without attitude this AW! Keep it black with an array of gold and silver studs to create a statement that is bold, beautiful and so 2012!

Studded effect...
Dune, £110

Embellish me...
Dune, £195

Studded mirage...
Dune, from £110

I like my shoes RAWWR...

We all know that a person's shoes say so much about them so if you're planning on opting for the sensational animal print trend with Dune shoes this Autumn, then you're in luck! Whether your after a comfy chic trainer, a retro-style winkle picker or a good old winter boot to keep your tootsies warm this winter, Dune have it covered in animal! Grrrrr...!!

Kick it in print...
Dune, £80

Lady-like leopard...
Dune, from £75

Fringed...
Bertie, £119

Animalistic
Bertie, £119

Are you still lusting after the hope of a little bit more sunshine? Didn't think so! At least if this rain permits, our feet will be well and truly covered! Thank you Dune Shoes!

Happy Pre-Season Shopping!

xoxo

All images are my own from the Dune Shoes AW12 Press Event

Big thank you to Amy Simons for the invitation to the event. x