Monthly Archives: September 2011

Colour from Cabot

25th September 2011

This weekend I’m blogging live from the Cabot Circus Fashion Tour. Fabulous and fun with hourly runway shows and discounts galore it’s great to see Bristol recognised as a fashionable city at last. This is the first fashion event I’ve been to in Bristol and I am sincerely hoping it won’t be my last.

My favourite looks and trends from the show I caught included

Oasis- 60s inspired monochrome, from sleek office looks to stand out night wear.

(shoes from New Look)

Dorothy Perkins- DPs is HOT on colour block this season, jewel colours reigned supreme with options to keep it subtle or go all out clashing.

Zara- Citrus Noir was the theme here. Bold shades of yellow, ranging from mustard to lemon paired with black to make an impact. I never in a million years thought of myself as someone who would lust over yellow but after seeing this show I am well and truly converted!

(shoes from New Look)

Handily everything seen in the shows is labelled up in the shops ready for instant purchasing. Without discounts in many of the stores, and excellent show styling I sense my bank account might be in trouble.

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Boots made for Walking

24th September 2011

At the start of September I blogged about the “coming soon” limited edition boots from Yull. Well, the wait is over! I got home from work yesterday to find the arrival of my Chelsea boots and any doubts I had about whether I needed these or not were erased.
Say hello to the perfect flat boot. I’m so glad I went against my conscience and ordered a pair of these. They fit (true to size) like a dream and are so buttery soft. I really must resist ordering Fulham, too…that would just be greedy, right?

Happy Saturday folks,
remember today is the last day to win with Joe Browns!
xxx

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Well Damn, Damart

23rd September 2011

When Damart got in touch with their Autumn/Winter lookbook (styled by London College of Fashion Students) I didn’t expect to be impressed, although I should have known better having previously having to eat my words about them.

Someone got a hot new makeover!

A mixture of beautiful knits, faux fur, dresses and tailoring Damart has re-vamp and is starting to appeal to a younger audience.

Prices are good, a knit will set you back around £33 and there are some gorgeous accessories to compliment the collection…

and of course, it wouldn’t be a Laura post without a mention of the shoes!

Chunky boots with a Thermolactyl lining to keep feet snug? I’m SOLD. Not to mention a huge range of what made Damart famous…THERMALS!

Well done Damart,
I’m a convert.

What do you think?

xxx

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thursday

22nd September 2011

Thursday; my half day. Do some work from home this morning, work the flu clinic (first of the season) this afternoon. Four hours with the nurses logging vaccines and chatting to patients, I’ll do it! I’ve never witnessed so much excitement over getting a needle jabbed in your arm, the letters went out this week and since then we’ve been a flu hotline.

Wearing jumper dress from Next (about 18 months ago), New Look tights and Jeffrey Campbell sweat boots c/o Sarenza.

Do you get a flu jab? I’m getting mine this afternoon….no germs for me, please.
xxx

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A Shoe for all Seasons

21st September 2011

So, this is part two of my post about Sarenza’s fantastic competition that could land you £800 worth of shoes. As an ambassador for the site, I’ve had the fortune to test their several times now. I’ve already raved about the excellent customer service (seriously, fastest and most helpful responses ever) and as shoe websites go, they have hands down the best selection of shoes I’ve seen…name an occasion and I bet you’ll find a shoe for it. This post today is going to take a look at my top picks of the new season collection and what I’ll be lusting after to complete my truly British winter footwear wardrobe.

No post on British footwear style can be done without a mention of Hush Puppies. A brand I grew up with (and to be frank, loathed due to it being the only place I could get school shoes) which has suddenly leaped back on to my radar with some stunning pieces. My new skinny cords are crying out for these Lover shoe boots (£70) in a colour that stands out from the crowd.

These Timberland pull on boots (£136) are just the things for an English winter…durable, snow worthy attire that will look stunning with thick tights (in a multitude of colours, of course!) and knitted dresses…and jeans, and skirts, and shorts…and yeah. The fluffy lining should keep frostbite at bay, too.

Irregular Choice can be a bit of a marmite brand, but I think these Otters boots (£80.64) make the perfect party shoe. Who wants to walk home in flimsy stilettos when it’s freezing and wet outside? Not me, that’s for sure! The perspex heel and snake print outer make these on trend and practical. I’m wondering how to justify yet another pair of boots…

And finally, for the dream work shoe. Secretary by Shellys (£82.44) are both high enough and sturdy enough to keep out the worst of the elements, yet feminine and just a little bit mad men. I’ll be dreaming of these as my feet shiver in flimsy flats and leaky boots. Perfect with a midi skirt and sheer blouse I think!

What shoes scream “Great British style” to you? For me, what sets it aside is a quirky edge and the ability to cope with a multitude of (awful) weather.

Check my last post for how to enter the competition yourself, and link me to your reviews!

xxx

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