Catwalk update- Gucci goes geeky - AW15 Milan Fashion week

It was Alessandro Micheles first collection for Gucci since Frida Giannini's sudden departure after the pre fall collection in November and it certainly was a change in direction from Pre fall. Unfortunately for Giannini the Pre collection looked more Zara than aspirational Gucci. It was commerical, but oh so predictable.

Of course Michele was always going to want to move away from this with his own stamp, and I'm undecided if its the right direction for Gucci. This collection is certainly more playful, more vintage, and very Miu Miu... and its certainly fresher than the previous collection.
It has an air of charity shop chic about it, the pretty girl you see in the library who isnt just beautiful and clever but you want to copy her style too. The style muse could be Margot Tenenbaum with the blonde bob, beret and pelted mink coat.

Unfortuantley the trousers were ill fitting (maybe its deliberate), the models looked scruffy, and the colours have Prada/ Miu Miu written all over them. The oriental blossom prints are beautiful but I'm sure we saw something similar two seasons ago at Dolce and Gabanna. They say trends are slowing down, but surely there are newer prints?

The berets, geeky tortoise shell specs, pussy bow blouses worn outside bold jacquard coats, and the pleated leather skirts bring it into this century and save the collection for me. And the signature Gucci Hybrid loafer Mule with gold bar detail thrown in reminds you that its Gucci after all.
I'm sure we still have the best to come from Michele,  roll on spring summer!

Gucci AW15

Gucci AW15 RTW

Gucci, AW15 RTW

Gucci, AW15 RTW

Gucci, RTW AW15

Gucci, AW15

Gucci, AW15 RTW

Gucci, AW15 RTW

Oscars Update: Atelier Versace, No knickers needed

Just when we thought Versace would never be able to beat that gold saftey pin dress Liz Hurley wore to the Four weddings and a funeral premier - they strike again!
 This years Oscars after parties were the year of the 'no knickers needed' dress code as several celebs chose to wear hot off the runway looks by Atelier Versace from the recent SS15 couture collection.
Heidi Klum wore a very revealing slinky silver maxi which exposed not only side boob, thigh and god knows whatever else, while Ronaldos ex Irina Shayk turned heads in the mesh onesie with strategically placed cut outs. (I would love to ask her how she went to the toilet in that??!)
Even Tv presenter Gigi Hadid got in on the act with a black cut out detail dress which she accessorised with a sleek pony tail and strappy sandals.
From Runway to A-list ready, heres the pics below..

Liz Hurley & Lady Gaga wearing the Infamous Versace gold saftey pin dress

Micro Trend- Studding (Alexander Wang)

Dust off your studded boots, belts and dresses ladies as Studding is making a come back.

We first saw it coming through on the Gucci pre-fall AW15 collection, then Alice & Olivia showed a us how studdding can be feminine. But it was confirmed as the must have trim when Alexander Wang dedicated his entire collection to studs in the form of boots, studded sweaters, studded robe coats, and girly studded flippy dressses.

Alexander Wang, AW15 NYFW

Alice & Olivia AW15 NYFW

Gucci, Pre fall AW15

Wardrobe Update- Rocking the Starsky and Hutch look

My favourite outfit this week was my 'Starsky & Hutch' look. I bought the burgundy leatherlook coat in the sale at Zara in Barcelona back in January. I had hated this coat when I first saw it  all those months ago, but now I can't get enough. It was the best 29 euros I have ever spent, and with the continuation of the 70's trend just growing, I know it will definitely be coming out over the next twelve months. 

Teamed with a new Zara  back collared dress, and my new favourite Topshop Python leather booties.

Links to buy are below. 

Zara dress £59.99

http://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/dresses/flared-dress-with-collar-and-bow-c358003p2554553.html

Topshop Python Print boots £98

http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/shoes-430/boots-460/marvel-ankle-boots-3230683?bi=1&ps=200

Trend Alert- Furry Feet

Fur has been trending up for the last couple of seasons, and last AW14 season was the year of the fur accessory (Fur scarfs being a huge hit!). 

AW15 will be the year of the fur booty... whether its fur effect, pony skin, or slightly more teddy like, feet are getting fury in rich browns and Tan. This trend compliments all the talk of the 70's revival with the relaxed folkloric theme which we have seen from designers such as Anna Sui and A Detacher from New York. 

A Detacher, AW15 New york fashion week 

Anna Sui

Derek Lam AW15

A detacher, AW15 New york fashion week 

KIM KARDASHIAN GOES FULL FRONTAL IN NAKED LOVE MAGAZINE (NSFW)

Back at fashion HQ, we've  all been obsessing about this Kim Kardashian shoot for Love Magazine, so I felt the need to share it, so here it is. If you thought the bleached eyebrows were scary then dont scroll any further... oh and NSFW means ...NOT SUITABLE FOR WORK... so dont open this in front of any prudes.

Gucci Vs Topshop

Today these python leather beauties arrived in the post from Topshop... Yes Topshop!! If you think they look familar thats because they do, they are a take on the Gucci Fall AW14 collection where they did their spin on the loafer hybrid chelsea boot, and for £98 you can't go wrong!
 (This is just the begining of a beautiful friendship between me and the 1970's)

Topshop Marvel £98

Topshop, Marvel £98

Topshop Marvel £98

Topshop Marvel £98

Gucci, Fall AW14

Topshop 

£98

http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?searchTerm=marvel&storeId=12556&productId=16427720&urlRequestType=Base&categoryId=&langId=-1&productIdentifier=product&catalogId=33057

Gucci- Net-a-porter

£1,360

http://www.net-a-porter.com/gb/en/product/477298?cm_mmc=ProductSearch-_-gb-_-Ankle_Boots-_-Python&gclid=Cj0KEQiA6ounBRCq0LKBjKGgysEBEiQAZmpvA2-XuF44Xjo_C_gegBGUoz8FRE6wQpp1ETJ_kw2NdsEaAtC08P8HAQ

Wardrobe Update- Monday Blues, Confetti Print (&otherstories)

Today's outfit post is coming at you by &otherstories (my new favourite high street brand). I don't wear much print as you might notice, but this printed dress had just the right amount of texture to still keep things fuss free.
Accessorised with my reliable friend 'Nars Heatwave lippy' and away I go... 

Let me know what you think? x

& OTHER STORIES Cut from lightweight viscose, this tailored dress features a waist-emphasizing silhouette and a ruffled front. Shoulder pleats and a knee-brushing length add on to the dainty feel.

£55

http://www.stories.com/gb/Ready-to-wear/Dresses/Confetti_Print_Dress/582938-10434454.1

The American Classic- Derek Lam RTW AW15 (NYFW)

Are there any designers who arent going seventies this season?

Derek Lam showed the power of the 70's is more than a flash in the pan with his interpretation on this seasonsbiggest trend, yet still kept it effortlessly cool.

And what makes it 70's I hear you ask?... kick flare trousers- check, the use of suede/ ponyskin and leather-  check, belted trouser suit... hell yea!

 A favourite of mine were the new hybrid loafer-ankle boot in rust patent leather with cream piping which was worn with bare legs and taken through the collection under kickflares and strapless dresses.

The use of contrast piping was replicated throughout the collection not only on the footwear but also on an oversized knitted sweater with cream trim and even down a navy kickflare to give the look of elongated stripes.

The must have fabric of the season- the double face wool, was used to update the robe coat and the signature 70's wool trench with contrast revers (You can't have a seventies collection without a trench now can you?) And the re-invention of pony skin tipped with leather gave the double breasted pea coat a modern edge.

 The use of Rust head to toe in the sleeveless trouser suit made a strong statement, this collection was certainly not American Hustle Jennifer Lawrence, but more Bradley Cooper- girls dressing like boys yet still looking American classic cool.

Roll on next Autumn... x 

 

Derek Lam, AW15 RTW

Derek Lam, AW15 RTW

Derek Lam, AW15 RTW

Derek Lam, AW15 RTW

Derek Lam, AW15 RTW

Derek Lam, AW15 RTW

Derek Lam, AW15 RTW

Derek Lam, AW15 RTW

Derek Lam, AW15 RTW

Derek Lam, AW15 RTW

Derek Lam, AW15 RTW

Derek Lam, AW15 RTW

Derek Lam, AW15 RTW

Derek Lam, AW15 RTW

Derek Lam, AW15 RTW

Derek Lam, AW15 RTW

Derek Lam, AW15 RTW