Song of the Week: Jessie Ware 110%

I first knew about Jessie Ware when I went to Hackney Weekend and she performed on the 'In New Music We Trust' stage and she was just beautiful! Such a gorgeous and soulful voice and now I'm obsessed with her single '110%'. What do you think? Check out 'Wildest Moments' too!

Enjoy

xoxo



This Week's Obsession:The Ragged Priest

Have you seen the amazing The Ragged Priest collection embellishing the lower ground floor of Topshop in Oxford Circus? It's a range heavily featuring the ultimate grunge-girl ethos: studs, distressed denim, leather and shredded knits. Spotted on style-savvy celebs such as Rihanna and Jessie J, this new cult brand has recently turned the punk era of yesteryear into a new-age phenomenon!

So grab your reworked vintage leather emblazoned with metallic stones and throw it over your tie-dye maxi dress, because this season is all about perfecting the rebellious rock chick!

Leather Jacket
The Ragged Priest
£375

Tie-Dye Maxi Dress
The Ragged Priest
£50

Denim Jacket
The Ragged Priest
£250

Shredded Knit Jumper
The Ragged Priest
£40

Happy Shopping

xoxo

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Sparkle this Christmas 2012 with Warehouse...

So the sun has made yet another appearance to our seemingly non-existent summer. But is anyone else feeling a tad Autumnal yet? With high street shops brimming in tonal hues that echo the coolness of a late fall afternoon, I'm officially rebelling against the sun! And with the Warehouse Christmas 2012 Press Event held last week, my mind is in Winter overdrive - bring on those chilly months!

I know what some of you may be thinking: "Christmas? In July?!" But by the time you get to the end of this post, I guarantee you will be in the festive mood too, thanks to the ever glamorous upcoming Warehouse collection. It's all about those classic wardrobe pieces such as the tailored blazer, the LBD, the structured blouse and the evening clutch - everything to turn your style from chic to sleek; all in the name of Christmas 2012. But these aren't just your usual staple Warehouse pieces. Instead, they're adorned in crystals, embellished with studs and decorated in sequins. Get your Christmas wish list at the ready:

Introducing the stunning Warehouse Christmas 2012 Collection...

The Blouse

"The shirt continues to shine as the season's must-have item and is always worn buttoned up."

Warehouse Press Team



Blouse with stud embellished collar tips

Silk blouse with sequin detailing

Chiffon blouse with stud adornment

Pretty lace collar detail

The Evening Cover-Up

"Over sized tux jackets are the perfect option for girls who like to take style tips from the boys. Studs run riot across leather jackets."

Warehouse Press Team

Gold stud leather jacket

Foil-effect jacquard blazer

The Dress

"The LBD reign lives on - an everlasting statement with a powerful impact. Drop waist details and chiffon layered high-low hemlines take centre stage."

Warehouse Press Team

The dress statement

Cut-About midi-dress

Fitted jacquard dress in violet

Statement studded dress

The Accessories

"Hues of camel, cream and navy create a luxurious combination...slouchy leather bags are the accessory we all need now."

Warehouse Press Team

Animal print pumps

Studded pumps

Lion amulet belt

Panther amulet feature clutch

Bejewelled statement necklace

The upcoming accessory collection

The Details

"Pretty pleats are cut-through with contrasting details that add a touch of the unexpected...moulded shapes are a fresh take on body-con dressing in paisley jacquard with crystal embellishment..."

Warehouse Press Team

Crystal detailing

Studded decoration

Embellished collars

Cut-about backs

Are you on the countdown to the Christmas season yet?

Happy Pre-Season Shopping

xoxo

All images taken at the Warehouse Christmas 2012 Press Event

All quotes taken from the Warehouse Christmas 2012 Look Book

Shop Online at www.warehouse.co.uk

Song of the Week: Timbaland ft Neyo...

I love this brand new song from RnB stars Timbaland and Neyo! Although the video got me hooked as opposed to the actual song....

Enjoy

xoxo





Obsessed with: Rita Ora

She's this summer's biggest thing in music, threatening to push Rihanna right out of the spotlight by being Jay-Z's new number one girl! But aside from her quirky music and catchy song lyrics (I know you're all still singing along to R.I.P!) it's her style that has the fashion world in a frenzy. I've already done one post on some of my favourite Rita Ora outfits, but when I came across this website, I knew I had to promote it on my blog!

www.ritaorafashion.tumblr.com is an amazing site featuring practically every outfit that Ms Ora is photographed in by the infamous paparazzi. But this isn't just a picture site. With a dedicated behind the scenes team, this tumblr page tells you what Rita is wearing, who she is wearing and, more importantly, where you can buy her exact wardrobe!

So whether your hunting for an Ora-inspired piece or you just want to take your style-stalking to the next level like I did, check out this amazing site! www.ritaorafashion.tumblr.com

The site spots Rita's designer buys...

And matches up Rita's complete outfits for you...

Even her music video accessories are accounted for!

The site tells you the who whats and wheres of Rita's wardrobe!

Happy Style Stalking

xoxo

All images taken from www.ritaorafashion.tumblr.com

I do not own any of these images.

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Rihanna for River Island!

Hot off the fashion press today is news that RnB star and trend setter Rihanna would be designing her very first clothing collection alongside high street retail giants River Island. The exciting news comes after images of Rihanna looking curvaceous and gorgeous in a skimpy bikini whilst holidaying on a yacht in Sardinia where released via Instagram and Twitter.

RiRi tweeted this picture of her cavorting in a skimpy bikini
and flaunting her curves whilst holidaying in Sardinia...

So will her collaboration with River Island see us all sporting tartan mini dresses and 'f**k you' boots a la XFactor? Or will it be full of distressed denim, slogan caps and knuckle dusters? Hmm...it's going to be an interesting one!

Speaking of the exciting collection she's hoping to launch in early Spring 2013, Rihanna says

"I’ve been wanting to design my own collection for some time. River Island is the perfect partner for me to collaborate with and working with a British, family run business also really appealed to me. I find London really inspiring and River Island loves to have fun with clothes. I’m looking forward to working with them and creating something really special."

Always been a fan - Rihanna wears a
 River Island Rolling Stones tee...

River Island, known for adding an unusual edge to their high street collections (think studs, embellishment, fringing and distressed denim features to name but a few...) are just as excited as we are on the retail collaboration of the decade!

 "Rihanna is a style icon, from street to chic she enjoys her fashion. As soon as we started to work together we knew this was a perfect fit. Rihanna will be designing the collection and we will be sharing our fashion experience with her to develop a range her fans will love." Said Chief Executive Ben Lewis.

I'm predicting oodles of denim, shed loads of grunge and a touch of Rihanna swag that we all love - I wonder if there will be any 'umbrellas' in her collection?

Happy Shopping

xoxo



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Quotes courtesy of www.riverisland.com and www.mirror.co.uk

Steal Sevigny's Style with Warehouse...

Now that the high street summer sales all seem to be in full swing, July is a great time to start spotting some of the early new season pieces hitting stores ready for AW12. And with the weather still making it's mind up about whether it wants to rain or be gloriously sunny, we can start investing in some upcoming season pieces right now! So step away from the bright floral maxi dress at half price because, let's face it, when will you be getting the chance to wear it? And try some brand new, weather-safe options on for size instead!

My favourite high street brand Warehouse have had their Autumn collection drops coming in to stores fast and so why not feast your eyes on these wardrobe must-haves?! New trend for Warehouse 'Sofia' sees playful printed tailored pieces matched with jacquard city shorts, giving a whole new meaning to the term 'city ready'! Totally inspired by the effortlessly cool Chloe Sevigny, think simple tailoring paired with boyfriend-fit shirts and over sized blouses. With a major focus in the collection surrounding the staple Mac coat, you will be rain proof for now and winter ready come Autumn all thanks to Warehouse!

So what are you waiting for? See my inspirational picks below to give you that AW12 Sevigny style that we're all dying to have!

Chloe loves a neutral short suit combo!

Chloe Sevigny loves to combine neutral colour tones in her iconic tailored short suits. Here, she adds a touch of animal print for an added edge. Warehouse are renowned for their consistent take on the animal print trend, updating it in new and unique ways season after season. Get her look here:

Textured Blazer
Warehouse
£70

Animal Print Blouse
Warehouse
£30

Textured Shorts
Warehouse
£40

A Mac is a must during this rainy weather!

 Does this picture represent you this week? All over the UK umbrella's have been up and down, up and then down again as the rain messes with our daily lives! So why not make like Ms Sevigny and add a staple Mac to your wardrobe? A timeless piece that never goes out of style thanks to Burberry, but you don't have to pay mega bucks to get the look. Try this one from Warehouse, where fantastic quality material gives a tailored feel, set to smarten up any outfit and keep the rain at bay!

Classic Mac
Warehouse
£85

Denim Shirt
Warehouse
£35

Black Skinny Jeans
Warehouse
£40

Black Belt
Warehouse
£20

Travel in style with city shorts and a blazer...

Wondering how you're going to be travelling around London during the Olympics? As well as taking style tips from Chloe Sevigny, why not take travel tips too?! Proving that bikes aren't just for those sporting the luminous jacket ensemble, Chloe looks uber sophisticated in tailored city shorts and lightweight blouse! I adore a similar look from Warehouse - just add a matching blazer to complete your look on those cooler mornings on route to work!

Tailored Jacket
Warehouse
£70

White Blouse
Warehouse
£32

Tailored Shorts
Warehouse
£40

Monochrome will be everywhere this AW12...

How sexy is this monochromatic styling? Ms Sevigny keeps it simple (black and white actually...!) by using a statement blouse combined with her tailored trousers. You can get an almost identical look with Warehouse - I love the pussy bow blouse!

Pussy Bow Blouse
Warehouse
£42

Tailored Trousers
Warehouse
£45

Clutch Bag
Warehouse
£26

 As the fashion world resumes in following the style diaries of Chloe Sevigny, us normal folk can rejoice in the fact that we can get her look easily (and reasonably!) all thanks to the lovely guys at Warehouse! Shop online at www.warehouse.co.uk or in a store near you.

Happy Shopping

xoxo

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All over images externally sourced

None of these images belong to me.