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Roses are Red, Violets are Blue… We Heart the Custom Converse Shoe!

February 14th, 2012 § Leave a Comment

If, like us, you’re a classic Converse lover, then you need to hot foot it down to Offspring at Selfridges TODAY and Get Your Converse Stuff Inked!

Floral Chuck Taylor All Star Converse

There are lots of graphics and colours to choose from and the process takes minutes! One graphic side is just £10, both sides are £15 and all over is £25.

Happy Valentine’s Day!

The Greatest Love Of All

February 12th, 2012 § Leave a Comment

In loving memory of our dearest diva, the legend, Whitney Houston. This was the album cover that made us obsessed with white vests.
R.I.P Whitney. May your music and your spirit continue to inspire us all.

Can Moss Make Millions For Mango?

January 27th, 2012 § Leave a Comment

So Kate Moss is Mango‘s new muse for SS12.

An interesting choice we think. Past models have included Penélope Cruz and her sultry sister, Mónica; Milla Jovovich, Eva Herzigova, Scarlett Johansson, Isabeli Fontana… And now Kate Moss. How very British for a brand with such Continental spirit. Could it be the impending London 2012 Olympic Games has drawn Mango to our very own London model? Could Mango be onto a winner? After all, Kate sells. Remember the Vivienne Westwood pirate boots? The £2.99 Superdrug bag? Alexander McQueen’s skull scarf?

We’ve always loved Mango for its Mediterranean fashion at glorious prices. Now they’ve enlisted Kate to launch their SS12, slightly sixties, urban collection, we’re still intrigued. Have a peek at the TV commercial, entitled Spy Game, shot by Terry Richardson, to be screened in March. We’re sold. Are you?

The Juice On SS12

January 24th, 2012 § Leave a Comment

If you didn’t already know it, spring summer is here. Yes, it’s true. Just check out behind the scenes of the new Juicy Couture campaign – all fruity and fun in the sun… Look out for the maxi dress!

Ombré velour in ice pop colours!

Behind the scenes at Juicy Couture SS12 - Shot by Greg Kessler

Our shopping list…

Behind the scenes at Juicy Couture SS12 - Shot by Greg Kessler

The swimwear is looking very fifties…

Behind the scenes at Juicy Couture SS12 - Shot by Greg Kessler

Fresh-faced make-up and sunglasses is all we’ll need this summer…

Behind the scenes at Juicy Couture SS12 - Shot by Greg Kessler

For more juice on the new SS12 campaign and collection visit www.juicycouture.com

Video by Inez Van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadi featuring model, Anna S.

How To Be Sale Savvy

January 3rd, 2012 § Leave a Comment

Happy new year! At last it’s 2012, the year of the London Olympics. So, it doesn’t take much thought to work out the ‘Sports Luxe’ trend will be bigger than ever… With this in mind, here’s how to sail through the sales without barmy buying – By that we mean, you buy it, it stays in the wardrobe until you: a. lose a few pounds, b. get it adjusted or c. go to a fancy dress party as a super hero. That’s when you know you’ve been sale seduced. Instead try our shopping tips…

The future's bright, the future's tangerine tango.

Find all-season staples such as…

White shirt
Blazer
Hi-top trainers
Striped tee
Dress – LBD or LWD
Driving gloves
Sporty Bag – Duffel!
Jeans
Maxi skirt
Hareem joggers

Colours to seek out:

Pale metallics, like muted gold and silvery blue
Neon pastels – Think sherbet as seen at Marni
Tangerine tango – According to Pantone and Matthew Williamson
French navy – You can’t do cruise wear without it!
White
Green – Sage, emerald, menthol – They all work for spring/summer

Fabrics to flaunt…

Jersey – Little ironing needed
Silk – Cool and minimal creasing for summer holidays
Lace – but no catsuits!
Suede
Leather – Better to buy at cut price!

And stay away from…

Reindeer jumpers – So last season…
Satin – Sweat and regret!
Cheap cotton items – They take ages to iron so you’ll rarely wear them
Anything similar to something you already have unless you’re replacing it. Think before you buy!

Fashion to look forward to…

Besides Sports Luxe, vintage lovers will be pleased to know the Twenties are back in the form of drop-waist dresses, gold and feathers thanks to Gucci. We’ll also be loving the Safari/Amazon warrior vibe à la Michael Kors by showing our appreciation for khaki, animal print and more feathers… Roll on spring summer!

PS Do tell us your sale shopping tips by leaving your comments above!

Last Minute Stocking Fillers

December 19th, 2011 § Leave a Comment

Christmas is coming! Shop our top 5 stocking fillers
Order by tonight for delivery before Christmas. It’s the little things we LOVE… Plus Zoe’s card du jour!

Magical Christmas Card, £3 each or £8 for 5 pack

We’ve been wearing ours already, and it’s official; cashmere is SO warm…

Pure Collection Cherry Cashmere Wristwarmers, £26.25

These statement earrings are huge clip-ons – Great for a bit of movie star glamour!

ASOS Love Rocks Jet Crystal Statement Clip On Studs, £35.00

We have a thing for velvet at the moment, but it can be tricky to wear so here’s one for the boudoir…

Oliver Bonas Velvet Jewellery Roll, £15.00

We insist on metallics for a merry Christmas!

my-wardrobe.com Kenneth Jay Lane Multi Metal Plaited Bib Necklace, £96.00

And finally, it may be too cold for bare legs but we can still have shimmering pins!

Fashion Union Black Pretty Polly Embellished Tights, £12.00

Click the products to shop online now and beat the Christmas rush!

Has Christmas Come Early? It’s #MakeMyMonday!

December 12th, 2011 § Leave a Comment

Congratulations to our 5 festive #FreebieFriday winners!

Pure Collection Plain Wristwarmers, £26.25

Each of you have won a pair of 100% cashmere wristwarmers from
PURE COLLECTION.

@lucieglenny
@rachck82
@AStylishLiving
@Stylish_Dolly
@lulu_aniela

To claim your prize, please check your direct messages on Twitter. We hope we’ve made your day a very merry Monday indeed!

Cashmere Christmas… It’s #FreebieFriday!

December 9th, 2011 § Leave a Comment

Colour me cashmere! Win a pair of PURE COLLECTION wristwarmers. This festive #FreebieFriday, FIVE lucky winners will receive a pair of 100% cashmere wristwarmers in the colour of their choice*. These luxurious winter warmers are top of our wish lists, simply because they’re super soft and so this season…

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TO WIN!
Simply FOLLOW and RETWEET on Twitter @Fashionlavie
If you’re already following us, you just need to retweet to WIN. You can maximize your chances by subscribing to Fashion La Vie – And never miss a fashion update or a #FreebieFriday again! Five lucky winners will be announced on #MAKEMYMONDAY. Terms & Conditions apply below. Bonne chance!

TERMS & CONDITIONS
Five winners will receive one pair of plain cashmere wristwarmers in the colour of their choice* – Black, Blackberry, Cherry, Heather Silver or Soft White – *Subject to availability.

No purchase necessary.
The competition is open to UK residents only.
Closing date for draw is 6pm on Sunday 11th December 2011. Draw takes place on Monday 12th December for entries received by closing date.
The number of winners will be 5 in total.
No cash alternative.
The winners will be the first five valid entries drawn at random and will be informed immediately.
All entries become and remain the property of the Promoter. By submitting an entry, entrants acknowledge and accept these terms and conditions.
Pure Collection reserves the right to change these terms and conditions at any time.

For more cool cashmere, take a look at purecollection.com and follow on Twitter @purecollection

Christmas Gifts – £10 and Under

December 1st, 2011 § Leave a Comment

On the fourth day of Christmas gifts… Here’s what we truly LOVE. Plus, Zoe’s card du jour!

Deco Christmas Card, £3 each or £8 for 5 pack

Like mini snowflakes of vintage lace, these handmade earrings are designed by our dear friend Heidi Miller. Visit Heidi’s Etsy shop for more treasures…

Taffeta and Tulle Vintage Lace Earrings, £10

Hot chocolate is one of our favourite little luxuries, so we ADORE this cup with French text…

Keith Brymer Jones Bucket Mug, £10

No pattern says festive like fairisle. And these socks are SO après-ski…

ASOS Deer Fairisle Socks, £6

We can’t wait to get our hands on this little red book. Not only to see the illustrations, but to find out the style secrets of the world’s best designers. Chanel, Dior; need we say more?