why i do what I do.....

I am now Fashion Director at Glamour magazine but following on from the success of my weekly column in the Sunday Times Style magazine I thought I would bring this page to life every week and also give you the chance to comment. This page is not for me to dictate what you should be wearing but to offer ideas on how to put wearable outfits together. Its not what you wear it's how you wear it!



Saturday, 22 February 2014

Milan Fashion Week Day 3

The Highlights.....

Today I went for an all white look but added a grunge twist

Baggy wide leg trousers and an oversized mens top with the frayed edges gives a twist on 90's grunge


Denim top by Marques Almeida
Trousers Atea
Boots by Maison Martin Margiela

Fur hood by Fendi (of course!)

What a nice way to spend the morning today than taking a good old look at the Fendi collection hosted by my furry friend Mr. Lagerfeld himself.....

Who wouldn't want to glorify themselves as a toy and no cooler way than this!
Mini me's all round?!


Looking for the ultimate bag carrier or holder for you r small pets then these are a must buy next season at Fendi




Grey sheepskin ticks all the boxes but the stud details are so good!


Prada details of the coat I want!


Emporio Armani

Pharrell Williams may or may not be the inspiration behind the headwear but I love the masculine laid back feel of this collection rebound for tailoring this undone collection feels sporty and easy with strong wardrobe essentials

Trend spot white boots....

And cowboy boots are all over Italy....Western trend is back!
Gianvanito Rossi


Fendi




Sharp and pointy is the way to go next season....
Gianvanito Rossi


Casedei add glam to their DM inspired boots so whatever ones you want bling them up or keep it simple but start investing in them now!


Even if outdoor persuits are not your thing buy the footwear and you'll fit right in and what cooler footwear than these fur lined boots with studded soles for extra protection!

Thursday, 20 February 2014

Milan Fashion Week Day 2

The Highlights.....


Today's look was a mix of texture and shades of black....
Denim top by Marques Almeida
Leather jacket by All Saints
Skirt by Jil Sander
Boots by Maison Martin Margiela
Bag by Fendi


Moschino have taken up the trend of a new designer/ creative director and brought in the fabulous Jeremy Scott who sent models down the catwalk referencing MacDonalds and Spongebob Square Pants
If red and yellow are not your colours maybe try the accessories!



We all got these crazy phone covers.... How many will you see on Instagram!


Chocolate bar invite comes to life in for of a dress fit for the oscars....if you are brave enough!


Fendi was the first show of the day and sent Cara delevigne down the runway carrying a miniature stuffed Karl Lagerfeld...he always funds fun in himself and fashion

In the navy... I love the sporty look but all navy keeps it cool and wearable


The show we have all been waiting for was Prada who caged us into a metal box and played us live classical music whilst e girls wander round in sheepskin coats that I want in every colour!


Lunch today was Pizza....carb overload in the middle of he day but what the hell it's Italy! Head to Paper Moon for amazing Italian cooking if you ever come to Milan


Maxmara is a staple brand that always delivers! They had. Great take on the puffs and layered them over coats and also went for the moss green effect but a gold cowboy boot finished every look and I think I want a pair too!


Wednesday, 19 February 2014

Milan Fashion Week, Day 1

The Highlights.....

Today I arrived in Milan for the third leg of fashion week. it's pissing it down here but meant to be sunny tomorrow lets hope as in need of some good weather!
Having to go straight from the plane to the first show I decided to keep my jeans and jumper on its a day of flats to the old Celine trainers came out and a good coat was all that mattered today! I have also trialled my new Fendi bag (I do love their bags!) black and silver the perfect combo





Coat by Christian Dior (vintage)
Jeans by Levis
Shoes by Celine
Bag by Fendi

I am noticing a lot of white everywhere.....
my mini Loewe bag (it actually is the size of my hand and not great as doesn't even fit my mobile but it's so cute!)


Love a retro painting


This new jewellery designer I spotted at the Vogue talent night here in Milan Lliy Kamper is stocked at Liberty and these pendants are around £150 upwards


white show invites


Top tip, the Birkenstock should be your shoe of choice for summer but if they are too ugly for you try these studde ones to add a bit of rock n roll to this ugly shoe trend happening right now.
Birkies by Giambatista Valli at Matches


It's all retro and sixties at Gucci today



To add to the retro vibe these guys who form the brand Finlay & Co are 5 guys who have never worked in fashion before but decided to form a brand making wooden sunglasses that get more expensive the better the wood lightweight and in loads of cool natural colours get yours now!


Best show ticket so far has to be the Willy Wonka style chocolate bar, unwrap to see if you have a shit seat or not!


The day is finished off with my first ever Prada bag gift feels like it's he 80's again with a gift like this! It's the new Double bag and I feel very spoilt/ lucky/ grateful (all of the above!)

Then my favourite show if the day and a brand I have been a big fan of for a while now...No.21
If you like sparkle this is how you would want to wear it without feeling to pretty or girly!
Girly grunge.....
Here are my favourite looks