Festive Feet

[caption id="attachment_571" align="aligncenter" width="449"] Charlotte Olympia Holly Flats[/caption]

How cute are these holly adorned Christmas pudding style flats by Charlotte Olympia??? I love them!

Holly Flats by Charlotte Olympia £595.00

Christmas Eveningwear Essential: A Stella McCartney LBD

[caption id="attachment_568" align="aligncenter" width="642"] Stella McCartney Exter Miracle Dress[/caption]

When it comes to optical illusions Stella McCartney is renowned for her cutout gowns with that je ne sais quoi and her latest creation the Exter Miracle Dress is no exception. Impeccably cut with strategically sculpted mesh panels that create a seductive silhouette – grab an embellished clutch for instant glamour.

Stella McCartney: Exter Miracle Dress, £965.00

Hear her Roar! Serena Williams - Get the Look

[caption id="attachment_515" align="aligncenter" width="580"] Serena Williams in We Are Handsome[/caption]

Serena Williams has been spending time in the Bahamas and she was kind enough to share this 'fierce' snap of herself wearing a We Are Handsome,The King scoop neck one-piece.

We are Handsome, The King Scoop Neck Swimsuit: RRP £230.00, get yours from ASOS (currently on sale) or Matches.

Purrrrrrrr....

Wherefore art thou Sunshine?

Sunshine, Sunshine, wherefore art thou Sunshine???

[caption id="attachment_512" align="aligncenter" width="580"] Juliet Dunn kaftans[/caption]

I know that I am suffering from some serious winter blues and it's only November, however, I just came across these gorgeous Juliet Dunn kaftans and they have lifted my mood considerably.  I simply love the neon embroidery on the crisp white cotton and they would look incredible with a tan. There is sunlight at the end of the winter tunnel and I am starting to plan my next beach escape...

Juliet Dunn Kaftans from £188.00 @ Matches

Rock your office party with these 10 looks

[caption id="attachment_509" align="aligncenter" width="580"] Rock your office party with these 10 looks[/caption]

I'm Dreaming of a White Company Christmas... with 20% off!

[caption id="attachment_505" align="aligncenter" width="580"] I'm Dreaming of a White Company Christmas... with 20% off![/caption]

Pssst - The White Company is having a pre-Christmas sale with 20% off plus free postage on all orders over £50 - simply quote AB436 when you check out. Click here to start shopping and saving!

Five of the Best: Christmas Festive Jumpers

Love them or hate them the retro inspired festive sweater is back this Christmas and more kitsch than ever! Take a look at my top picks below:

[caption id="attachment_498" align="aligncenter" width="230"] Markus Lupfer: Santa Claus sequined merino wool sweater £270[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_499" align="aligncenter" width="534"] Crazy Granny: Party Penguin Oversized Jumper £39.00[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_500" align="aligncenter" width="230"] Moschino: Appliquéd wool turtleneck gingerbread man sweater £396[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_501" align="aligncenter" width="478"] Cheesy Christmas Jumpers: Unisex Winter Wonderland Jumper £34.99[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_502" align="aligncenter" width="230"] Moschino: Reindeer appliquéd knitted wool sweater £396[/caption]

Get yours here:

Markus Lupfer: Santa Claus sequined merino wool sweater £270

Crazy Granny: Party Penguin Oversized Jumper £39.00

Moschino: Appliquéd wool turtleneck gingerbread man sweater £396

Cheesy Christmas Jumpers: Unisex Winter Wonderland Jumper £34.99

Moschino: Reindeer appliquéd knitted wool sweater £396

Invaluable Fashion Advice #1

[caption id="attachment_495" align="aligncenter" width="580"] Always follow the care instructions![/caption]

Always follow the care instructions!

It’s baaaack! Selfridges’ Beauty Advent Calendar

[caption id="attachment_492" align="aligncenter" width="440"] Selfridges Beauty Advent Calendar[/caption]

I am so excited because the Selfridges’ Beauty Advent Calendar will be making a triumphant return for Christmas 2012!

Instead of chocolate each window houses Selfridges’ most popular beauty products in miniature form and for £82.00 it is a steal.

Hurry to Selfridges as these bad boys tend to sell out fast!

Pre-order the Rob Pruitt for Jimmy Choo Collection

[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="570"] Pre-order the Rob Pruitt for Jimmy Choo Collection[/caption]

Pre-order the collection now >>>

Baby You're a Firework!

[caption id="attachment_483" align="aligncenter" width="487"] MSGM: Firework Print Silk Dress[/caption]

With the festive season fast approaching, make 'em go, oh, oh, oh in this fabulous firework print dress by MSGM.

For those of you who are not familiar with MSGM the label was founded by Italian designer Massimo Giorgetti and has been applauded by Vogue Italia for its modern silhouettes and high-quality fabrication. Expect a unique twist on traditional Italian styles, across a vibrant collection of statement dresses, tailored pieces and silk shirts, full of punchy prints.

MSGM Firework Print Silk Dress, £550.00 available at the Corner

Animal Attraction - now with £50.00 discount!

[caption id="attachment_478" align="aligncenter" width="580"] Moschino Cheap & Chic: Giraffe Chic For Fun Dress[/caption]

Normally I am into leopard prints, however, Moschino Cheap & Chic have nailed the season's fun novelty print trend with this eyecatching design! Slip on this gorgeous tunic dress with classic patent pumps and black opaque tights for a party look that is sure to turn heads. Additional string of pearls optional...

Get £50 off at My Wardrobe on all purchases over £200, simply enter STYLE50 in the promotional box at check out. Expires midnight Sunday 7th October.

Moschino Cheap & Chic: Giraffe Chic For Fun Dress, £248.00 (only £198.00 using the voucher code above)

Bondi Beach Leather Chic

[caption id="attachment_475" align="aligncenter" width="580"] Lara Bingle in Lisa Marie Fernandez Bikini[/caption]

The sun came out and so did Australian model Lara Bingle. Leather clad Lara showed off her bikini as she topped up her tan on Sydney's Bondi Beach. My eagle shopping eye reminded me that I had already seen this smouldering bikini the last time I was perusing the new arrivals at Matches... I might need to make a sneaky purchase and have it ready for my next sun-soaked holiday, hehehe!

Lisa Marie Fernandez - Natalie Bikini, £248.00 @ Matches

You're white on time!

[caption id="attachment_469" align="aligncenter" width="580"] Large Karlsson Alarm Clock[/caption]

Bigger is always better and this retro alarm clock is no exception. Those clever people at the Karlsson design team decided to launch an extra large version of the classic alarm clock.  The clock also features a sweep movement which means that the time slips by without a sound, until the alarm sounds the next morning and looks perfect in any room.

I got mine from The White Company.

Selfridges is spot on with Louis Vuitton and Yayoi Kusama collaboration

[caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="563"] Yayoi Kusama collaboration with Louis Vuitton[/caption]

Selfridges London has launched an exciting UK exclusive and the largest store collaboration to date as they welcome Yayoi Kusama collaboration with Louis Vuitton into their legendary windows and Concept Store from 24 August.

Louis Vuitton has collaborated with the illustrious Japanese artist, Kusama to create a collection of must-have handbags, ready-to-wear, travel bags, shoes and accessories featuring Kusama’s iconic bright, repetitive patterns. Selfridges London is the only place in the UK to house the exclusive second drop of the Kusama Monogram collection and they're marking the occasion with an unprecedented 24-window design by Yayoi Kusama.

The collaboration continues within the store, where Yayoi Kusama and Louis Vuitton have also transformed the ever-changing Concept Store with her signature giant pumpkins, setting the scene for a showcase of the collection.

The extraordinary collaboration was unveiled today, when the extension of the Kusama for Louis Vuitton collection is available exclusively at Selfridges London until 1 October. The Concept Store will be open until 19 October.

Who wore it best, Kate, Lara or Daria?

[caption id="attachment_444" align="aligncenter" width="580"] Kate Moss on the September cover of French Vogue[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_445" align="aligncenter" width="580"] Lara Stone on the September cover of French Vogue[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_446" align="aligncenter" width="580"] Daria Werbowy on the September cover of French Vogue[/caption]

Kate Moss, Daria Werbowy and Lara Stone, photographed by Mert & Marcus, star on the cover of the September Issue of Vogue Paris featuring a new layout and three collectors' covers all sporting the same beautiful Dolce & Gabbana dress.

Vogue Paris September issue out 23 August. For a sneaky peek of what's in the latest issue click here.

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Introducing Ambre Vanille

[caption id="attachment_440" align="aligncenter" width="580"] Laura Mercier Ambre Vanille Honey Bath[/caption]

Laura Mercier has put a new spin on her honey bath collection with Ambre Vanille Honey Bath (£31, 12oz). It’s a beautiful, sensuous fragrance that will leave the skin soft and make you feel as though you have a spa experience in your very own home.

Being that it has shea butter, it’s incredibly rich without feeling heavy. The scent is nothing short of heavenly and exactly what you would expect of Laura Mercier. It’s available at SpaceNK now but be quick, rumour has it that it is so popular in the USA that Saks is selling limited quantities per customer!

Bravo Butterfield 8!

[caption id="attachment_389" align="aligncenter" width="580"] Wheels & Dollbaby Butterfield 8 Collection[/caption]

Wheels & Dollbaby launched their latest collection, Butterfield 8 which designer Melanie Greensmith's inspiration was drawn from the Betty Elizabeth Taylor movie of the same name.

 

[caption id="attachment_432" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Katy Perry in Wheels & Dollbaby[/caption]

 

It was only launched on Wednesday but already Katy Perry has been snapped in my beautiful hometown of Sydney wearing a chinoiserie print Butterfield 8 sweater - that's hot!

Without a doubt this it is one of the best Wheels & Dollbaby collections and several of the garments are right up there with the likes of my personal favourite Skull Print Dress (that I wore to my engagement party) and the demure yet über sexy Marie Antoinette Dress.

The Dita Cardigan has been remade for this collection in a gorgeous powder blue and I think that will be one of my next purchases... Hubby, where is your Amex???

Get your fashion fix right here at Wheels & Dollbaby.

Just Taking the Cats for a Walk!

[caption id="attachment_386" align="aligncenter" width="580"] Kobi Levi Miao Shoes[/caption]

Having a blog called Salon Kitty it was only a matter of time until I posted the puurrrrfect pair of shoes!

Israeli designer Kobi Levi first shoe designs were created during his high school days and back then they were made from cardboard. Nowadays all pairs are made by hand from high-quality materials.

The Miao design captures the grace and elegance in a cat's movement while stretching its limbs. Many actually see it as a dog. Either way, it seems so alive you expect it to jump in a giant leap straight into your lap.  The playful tail and pink bell strap and personality and are oh so cute!

Interesting fact: Lady Gaga wore Kobi's Double Boot in her "Born this Way" music video!

Kobi Levi Miao Shoes

Go For Gold and Win a Lulu Guinness Lips Clutch!

[caption id="attachment_383" align="aligncenter" width="576"] Go Team Lulu![/caption]

Click here to visit Lulu Guinness and enter the prize draw - good luck!

Don't Wear Your Heart On Your Sleeve...

[caption id="attachment_379" align="aligncenter" width="442"] Phillip Lim deconstructs Roy Lichtenstein inspired pop art graphics as motifs for his Autumn WInter 2012 handbag collection[/caption]

You see girls, wishes do come true! Store all your 'baggage' in Phillip Lim's pop art-tastic leather clutch. Visit My-Wardrobe for a quick getaway, the break-up patchwork '31 minute' bag is a combination shiny and matte leather clutch with front comic strip graphic, a back handle strap, and top zipper closure.

Posh? Punk? Positively!

[caption id="attachment_372" align="aligncenter" width="254"] Akillis: God Save the Punk Bracelet[/caption]

If I had Facebook I would be hitting that 'Want' button right now!

[caption id="attachment_373" align="aligncenter" width="370"] Akillis: God Save the Punk Earrings[/caption]

God Save The Punk is the new collection from French designer Caroline Gaspard. Her label Akillis really offers something unique to the luxe jewels market.

[caption id="attachment_374" align="aligncenter" width="343"] Akillis: God Save the Punk Ring[/caption]

This collection is in 18 carat white gold set with diamonds. Its gorgeous ribbon focal point is embellished with spikes and diamonds and is available in pendants, bracelet and charm bracelet, clip earrings and rings.

[caption id="attachment_375" align="aligncenter" width="200"] Akillis: God Save the Punk Pendant[/caption]

Visit Akillis to drool over more beautiful items or get your credit card out and splurge at Caratime or LUISAVIAROMA.

Something New and Blue!

[caption id="attachment_369" align="aligncenter" width="580"] Christian Louboutin Wedding Pumps[/caption]

Looking for the perfect and simple bridal shoe that won't take away from your beautiful gown? May I suggest Christian Louboutin's "Very Prive 120 Crepe Satin" pumps. Both your something new and your something blue, this peep toe pump comes with a baby blue insole just for your special day.

Say 'I do' by clicking here.

Fifty Shades of Kinky Fcukery or the new Queen of Lingerie?

[caption id="attachment_358" align="aligncenter" width="580"] Zahia Dehar modelling her one of her own design on the Catwalk[/caption]

Once upon a time (2010) in a land far away Zahia Dehar was a teenage prostitute embroiled in a scandal involving three French footballers who were alleged to have illegally paid the underage girl for sex.

Fast forward to 2012, and Zahia has entirely transformed her fortunes.

Trading on her notoriety as a sex symbol, Zahia Dehar reinvented herself as a lingerie designer, showing her first collection on the Paris catwalks in January earlier this year.

And last night, her status as a recognised figure in the fashion industry was cemented as the blonde former courtesan showcased her second collection of lingerie at Paris Couture Week.

[caption id="attachment_359" align="aligncenter" width="310"] Zahia Dehar Couture Collection[/caption]

Zahia, who modelled some of her designs herself at last night's show, appeared as a stylised Barbie doll to open the event before a stream of models took to the runway wearing a succession of ever more risque lingerie.

[caption id="attachment_360" align="aligncenter" width="310"] Zahia Dehar Couture Collection[/caption]

Entranced by her beauty, and the romantic notion of the history of the French courtesan he said she represented, a charmed Karl Lagerfeld photographed her debut look book himself!!!

With this ultimate seal of approval, the rest, as they say, is history. Zahia Dehar's metamorphosis from courtesan to catwalk queen of lingerie was complete.

[caption id="attachment_362" align="aligncenter" width="472"] Zahia Dehar Couture Collection[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_363" align="aligncenter" width="472"] Zahia Dehar Couture Collection[/caption]

I don't care what her background was, these garments are beautiful creations and I want them all!

And they all lived happily ever after...

www.zahia.com

A Cameo Appearance

[caption id="attachment_351" align="aligncenter" width="580"] A modern day twist on the traditional cameo[/caption]

I love that Cameos are now back in vogue, I remember my mother wearing a massive cameo ring back in the 80's and wanted it.  The take for 2012 is bold and bright and I totally rate the laser cut perspex pendants above from Sarah Keyes that are a bargain at only £22.00 each! If you prefer a haute variety look no further than the Miu Miu and Tom Binns versions below.

[caption id="attachment_354" align="aligncenter" width="580"] Cameo-tastic[/caption]

Tom Binns' range can be purchased from Net-A-Porter and Miu Miu's from My Theresa.

Amber Atherton in Alice + Olivia

[caption id="attachment_348" align="aligncenter" width="512"] Amber Atherton in Alice + Olivia[/caption]

Amber Atherton, looked pretty in pink this evening and was snapped in an Alice + Olivia Trixie Beaded Stripe Dress at the Serpentine Gallery's Annual Party.

Get the look at Oxygen Boutique before they sell out!

Lemon Aid

[caption id="attachment_344" align="aligncenter" width="501"] Lemon Aid[/caption]

Now that Summer seems to have arrived I am looking on the bright bright side of life and when I say bright I mean mellow yellow...

From Left to Right:
Karen Millen - Draped Colourblock Colle, £140.00
Reiss - Maeve Parachute Day Dress, £159.00
Sass & Bide - Sound of Silence Layered Dress, £237.50

Pssst! It's The White Company's Sale Preview

[caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="560"] The White Company Sale Preview[/caption]

If you are anything like me you are delighted to have access to The White Company's Summer Sale Preview.  Click here to view the bargains to be had!

Giuseppe Zanotti New Men's Collection

It was only a matter of time before Giuseppe Zanotti jumped on the designer mens shoe bandwagon and the results of his first Giuseppe Homme collection are fantastic. For stylish men only.

Free Worldwide Delivery at Matches

URBAN SURVIVAL BACKPACK RANGE LAUNCHES AT SELFRIDGES

Selfridges gears up to an historic summer of sports with the launch of its limited edition Urban Survival Backpack range, created by some of the world’s most esteemed brands.

No one doubts that amid the joy of hosting the Olympic Games, Londoners will also have to cope with a certain degree of chaos in the capital, including an extraordinary influx of tourists and the congested transport system.


Selfridges has decided to help lighten the load by commissioning a series of ten limited edition Urban Survival Backpacks from British and international brands including Mulberry, Vivienne Westwood and Paul Smith as well as 3.1 Philip Lim, Barbour and Nike. Each gives their interpretation of what it will take to survive London during the Olympics, complete with a full survival kit inside.


Anya Hindmarch’s kit fully embraces the games and comes complete with a pair of running shoes, an end-of-marathon foil blanket and even a trophy. Meanwhile, 3.1 Phillip Lim suggests staying away form the busy streets with Nars bath products and a DVD. Mulberry has created a limited edition backpack version of the covetable Alexa, filled with must-have Mulberry accessories such as an umbrella, Oyster Card holder and double-decker keyring.


The range of ten bags also includes Selfridges’ own Urban Survival Backpack and kit, featuring a bespoke Pantone 109 yellow Eastpak bag. Inside you’ll find a selection of Selfridges yellow products including an umbrella, a special edition Wallpaper City Guide, a bar of Kendal Mint cake and other practical and fun goodies.

The Urban Survival Backpacks are available from 21 June at Selfridges London’s Big British Shop on G and online.

The Ultimate Kaftan

[caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="570"] The Ultimate Kaftan - Anna Ewa Designs[/caption]

Don't get stressed, get dressed in one of one Anna Ewa Designs' beautiful kaftans. The bold, bright colours and patterns printed on superior quality silk makes these timeless kaftans a wardrobe stable for any occasion.  You can wear them over a bikini whilst sipping cocktails poolside or add statement jewellery and towering heels for a fantastic evening look.

Based in Sydney, designer Anna Wajzer draws her inspiration from her time living in Dubai where she noticed a lot of the Emirati women wearing the beautifully adorned kaftan like garments everyday in any setting.

Visit Anna Ewa Designs to view more wearable pieces or art.