Get down to the Ghetto Style!

My boyfriend says that I cannot look scary even if I try... I disagree... Give me the right cup, hoodie and sneakers and London here we come!! It is cool to change from now and then... In fact, it is cool to have hundreds of styles and change them according to your mood!!

Have a lovely week everyone... And don't shop too much on sales!

x

What do you feel like? SHOES speak about your mood

Check out the SALE: www.kurtgeiger.co.uk

www.asos.com

Tomorrow, who do you want to be?

Northcote Road Affair! Clapham Junction

Yes... The sun helps!! But sunny or our usual, lovely-and-grey London, Northcote Road is a breeze of fresh air!! Mediterranean vibe 100%! With some of the most trendy food restaurants and cafés in London like Byron or Paul's, small Italian restaurants, Thai restaurants, a small gelateria, a place to buy delicious Frozen Yogourt and a charming stand that sells fresh bread everyday... Northcote is an amazing and fun street to go out for a bite with friends, a nice date or a good catch up with work mates in one of the pubs...

I was lucky enough to spend the whole day of Tuesday (sunny) walking up and down the street on my own... I completely forgot I was in London for a moment and began to feel like I was in some remote town in Italy or Spain... And, I very much hope my boyfriend doesn't see this but... A great place for shopping too!

 I discovered for the first time three shops that fascinated me; Firstly White Stuff... (Dresses above and to the right) BRILLIANT for casual dresses, lovely summery ones, very easy and flattering... For all those occasions where you really want to look chic and feminine but effortless... Some super cute patterns and very nice tops and scarves...

I couldn't make up my mind in between three dresses! So I had to take one... Oops... In all honesty... I still cannot regret it, I am sure I am going to use it so much this summer!
http://www.whitestuff.com/tribecca-dress-prod405304_iron_raili/

My second discovery of the day was Fat Face (Jeans below and dress above). I had seen it several times before in different areas in London and even different cities in England but for some reason it never really called my attention... I was very impressed when I walked in and found so many things I actually really liked. I got the jeans below, because they looked amazing on! And I don't know about you, but I always find it hard to find jeans that are confi and fit VERY well. And I left, very upset, the dress above, a very cute navy cardigan and a very pretty rain jacket... Again, it is something about this casual, very English look that I love... There is nothing crazy/ fashionista about the looks, it is kind of the opposite... Very nice, and very simple.

http://www.fatface.com/coats-and-jackets/rosey-jacket/invt/40909?colour=Pink%20Rose

I then found Jack Wills... It had been a while since I walked into one! It is very student like/ maybe we've seen it far too many times... BUT I do think they have some great blazers, hot shorts and cute girlie skirts for summer... However, and I was very proud of myself... I managed not to get anything for myself, simply because I couldn't make up my mind on "what I needed the most" and I went to browse the men's stuff... I had to get my boyfriend a pair of socks and some boxers... I cannot resist the typical, and so English, stripy socks... Great for presents! - Picture below showing JW's shorts.

http://www.jackwills.com/en-gb/product/cleadon-lightweight-stripe-sock-10000083604

To carry on with my good mood / shopaholism, I walked into Oliver Bonas... MISTAKE if you wish not to spend... I was after more dresses, and I ended up buying this GORGEOUS scarf for me and for my friend who was celebrating her birthday that night...I have never seen anything so beautiful... Amazing happy colours to bright up anyone's day! Pick any boring T-Shirt or plain dress and rock it by wearing this scarf around your neck... BTW she loved it too.

http://www.oliverbonas.com/accessories/shawls_scarves/scarf_sunset_multi.htm

Third discovery of the day? Huttons. Small shop, a lot of little temptations. Candles, room sprays, more scarves, great silk home robes, mugs, soaps and loads of great details/ nice gifts to treat yourself or friends. I spent there at least half an hour entertained with all the things...

And how did I end up my Northcote affair? it had to be... In Samba Swirl, MOST FUN Frozen Yogurt shop in London. So many different flavours and toppings!! Simply DE LI CIOUS!! Really, if you want to cheat, break a diet without being too naughty... You must visit Samba...

http://www.sambaswirl.co.uk/frozen-yogurt/nutrition-toppings-flavours.html

Now, I won't include shoes in this post... I spent, for a change, all my budget on clothes! But I will definitely come up with how to combine the above with shoes as soon as I find my perfect pair... 

Have a lovely week... And if you don't have plans for the weekend, and it is not too far... Make sure you visit the Northcote Road, with friends (for an amazing drink, or dinner, or walk, or ice cream...) or by yourself (for a lot of justified, as always, shopping...)

http://www.northcoterd.co.uk/

WEDDING guest's dresses!! Looking fab for weddings...

My sister is getting married so... BIG WEDDING!! This is a first for me! But it seems like with many things in life, weddings fall into the category of "once you begin having them, you never stop!" So why not look at MANY options?

I have been "looking" for months for the right dress and shoes, the problem is that when you have your mind set into something very specific it is really hard to find anything that matches the idea you have built in your head. As a sister of the bride / or for bridesmaids, you want to look as good as you can, but without trying too hard... These are some looks that I absolutely adore;

Surfing on NET-A-PORTER:

http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/346533

Shoes: http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/333768

This is a beautiful and elegant dress, great summery colour, good length just below the knee and beautiful detail around the waist. Yellow is always a strong colour, I would keep it low with the shoes. These Charlotte Olympia's are great matching the colour of the dress with the golden sole, yet the soft baby pink it's a neutral colour and keeps the outfit balanced... Absolutely love it! Very CHIC...

http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/347651

This, much more affordable Diane Von Furstenberg dress has a great colour! It's a FUN and young dress... Unlike the first one this one has less detail into the actual dress and it is more about showing off your legs and hopefully, an amazing tan accentuated by this fab lime green bright colour. With the right shoes, something very fun and lively, you can just look great - Without trying too hard.

http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/335932

Red red red... Red it's always a STATEMENT! Either short or long, although gowns in general are more elegant and visible than cocktail dresses. This is one dress to kill. You are not looking too sexy by showing skin, it is simply the colour of the dress that makes it so appealing. I like this one because it has a nice and different shape, nice draping around the waist... With the right amount of jewellery and tan, this dress is simply striking. The problem is, if it is a problem, that you do not wish to overshadow anyone in this beautiful gown!

Roland, my dearest Roland... This is probably my FAVOURITE dress of all... Why? Because only Roland create such a structured neck line that sits so beautifully on your chest. You do not need any extravagant jewellery with this dress or any flashy accessories... The dress itself it is so amazingly cut that all you need is a big smile on your face to rock the dress! On the downside... Can I wear any black for a wedding? That is always the question!

http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/350837

Another Roland. This dress it's of an ELEGANT FASHIONISTA... Simple and boring? Not really look at the asymmetric cut of the strapless top, the draping around the hips, the high thigh split... It is a definitely a fashionable dress, not one that anyone can pull off... But it is elegant as well. The simplicity in the colour and the appropriate knee length... Definitely a good option for a wedding!! And for the shoes... Yes why not, add a different colour! Let's not get stuck in boring simple black courts...

http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/327205

Red again... But this time, darker and shorter... Results : SEXY. If you don't want to look too sexy make sure the dress fits you properly, ie. don't let it be too tight or it will be just too explosive! I've chosen Navy rather than Black because I think Navy it's perhaps softer/ more subtle than Black with Red. I personally love this look but, having said that, I think it is more limiting than the others in the sense that, this dress would not work on everyone. If you are curvy it can look too revealing, whereas if you are skinny it can still look feminine and elegant.

http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/329592

Et Voila!! Very chic, very elegant, very PRINCESS like. Without being too meringue like, too puffy and cheesy, this dress it's super cute and sophisticated. I suggest to wear this with super high stilettos to pump it up a little, to make it more fun. This is a pretty dress, nothing better than pretty mixed up with a bit of young and colour!!

So many different looks, and so far only one wedding, and a very limited budget to afford most of these! But hey, one can dream and appreciate the beauty of designer dresses and shoes... Having said that, if there is a good excuse to spend lot's of money on one dress... Is that not a wedding?

xx

Current Spring Summer 13 STUNNING Looks

Lanvin 2013 - Beautiful, as structured and simple cutted as always, B&Ws, low V neck shapes, jumpsuits and his original asymmetric usual dresses... 

Dior goes mad with bright and stunning colours this season. This stunning mini red dress it's definitely a statement and a design that cannot be unnoticed... And what about the cute Blazer/ Dress for a nice evening cocktail or dinner... Keep it more casual for a chic summer party with he bright yellow... One special, brave and successful collection, good start for Raf Simons as head of design Dior!

Stella, Stella, Stella... As elegant as ever! Absolutely feminine, chic and beautiful spring colours!! Love the length of the dresses, so elegant and chic, it elongates the shape of the body and absolutely adore the transparencies at the ending of the dresses... So discrete and so suggestive at the same time! Ten out of ten for that orange... Speechless.

And last, but not least, Roland Mouret's Spring Summer Collection!! What a good selection of skirts, thigh high splits, beautifully structured and oh how much detail in his pleats and every ending! Extremely wearable and fabulous, how about the first suit? Stunning mandarin orange that simply rocks with all the black and whites that are so strongly coming this year! 

As I mentioned in an old post referring to Roland's shoes in the AW12 Collection... If I had only seen this summer collection! STUNNING shoes, one of a kind and must haves... Using real snake leather and hand painted, these shoes are truly an spectacle for all those shoe amateurs like myself... 

And let me comment at last on how pleased I am to see all the creams and whites in this catwalk... These two colours will never ever go out of fashion, absolutely chic and elegant, well combined, could make anyone look like a real lady. And that's what Roland absolutely masters; the shape of a woman and how to dress her like a very sexy and attractive mademoiselle...

I cannot wait to see what high street are ready to offer this Spring Summer and if they can ever truly compete with these real master pieces made out of the best materials, in the best hands... I haven't seen anything like, yet! Oh well, one can only dream...

xx

Kisses!!

Perfect Valentine gift...

Have a nice weekend!

LOVE Christmas Sales!!

Jumper & Scarf: Topshop

Bag: Chanel

Ballerinas: TORY BURCH

Jumper : Topshop

Bag: Chanel

Ballerinas : TORY BURCH

Jumper and skirt: Topshop

Bag: Chanel

Shoes: TORY BURCH

Cardigan, scarf & jeans: Topshop

Bag: Chanel

Shoes: TORY BURCH

Shirt, scarf and mini skirt/jumpsuit: Topshop

Bag: Zara

Shoes: TORY BURCH

Woke up this morning to see an impressive over 50% discount on these beautiful Ballerinas!! I have been dreaming about these for months... I've combined them with only some of the multiple ways to wear these beautiful, elegant and trendy flats... I do not know how long the sale is for... Better rush!

http://toryburch.co.uk/