Fashion is one big adventure
First off, I should probably explain why I’m posting this Christmas Lookbook full of partywear after Christmas. Well, I went and got sick over the Christmas period with a chest infection. That meant all the things I wanted to do on the blog had to be put on hold, while I tried to cough up …
For the third and final outfit of the editorial shoot for The Christmas Issue, I decided to not do another dress or skirt concept. Instead, I went for a cropped blazer and shorts combo with knee-high boots to give the shoot a more obvious militaristic feel to it. The inspiration for this outfit was the …
What makes the December issue of the high fashion magazines extra special, is that their editorial shoots are usually more than the usual shoots you get throughout the year. Maybe it has something to do with partywear season, or the fact that the latest couture shows start in January, but you always find elaborate shoots …
Tis the season to be jolly. For this Christmas period, we shot a series of editorial shoots to highlight some of the best trends for the party-wear season. This is the season we full out our brightest and most-sparkly outfits for Christmas parties, gatherings, or just the desire to dress up more. For this editorial …
Tonal leather outfits are back in style, but they needn’t be terrifying. By combining neutral tones, structures outfits and a conservative dress, you can reclaim leather for a work-appropriate attire. Location: Shot at the exterior of the Bank of England, by the Tivoli Corner and marble columns. Outfit details Outfit 1 Faux leather stone shirt: …
Channel Queen Elizabeth’s style with this take on royal dressing in the highlands. This trend focuses on the heritage trend, with its mixture of checks, tweed and beige, to create a wearable series of outfits. Location: Shot in the bogland in rural County Mayo in Ireland, this location perfectly captures the rugged beauty of the …
As late summer ends, hold on to that holiday feeling with these breezy white and ochre accented outfits to capture that remote island feeling. Location: Shot at the Dungeness Nature Reserve in Kent, an area of outstanding natural beauty, that perfectly encapsulates this shoot’s theme of an isolated land. Outfit details Outfit 1 Oversized white …
The seventies are back in full swing, but this season there’s a Parisian and workwear take to it. Location: Shot at the historic Guildhall in London, the historic administrative home of the City of London, and a modern 70’s office space. Outfit details Outfit 1 Mustard blazer: Topshop, found here Navy satin midi skirt: H&M, …
The gothic spirit has returned to fashion for the autumn/winter season, with this take on winter florals. Channel your inner Wuthering Heights with this combination of florals, black mesh and punk elements. Location: Shot at the Dungeness Nature Reserve in Kent, an area of outstanding natural beauty, that perfectly encapsulates this shoot’s theme of an …
Summer is truly coming to an end. The hot sunny weather is gone in Britain, August is over and fashion month and autumn/winter season coming around the corner. It’s a little sad to think that this might be it for good weather until next spring. This post in many ways is a celebration of summer. …