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A few updates from the New York Fahion Week 2011 – if you would like to see more go to their website New York Fashion Week.
“Rebecca Taylor” Spring/ Summer 2012
“Tadashi Shoji” Spring/ Summer 2012
“Nicole Miller” Spring/ Summer 2012
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I love fashion and would give anything (well almost anything) to be in New York at this very exciting time – its Fashion Week 2011. Can you imagine the pleasure of attending all those amazing fashion shows and all the parties that happen after? Seeing the likes of Marc Jacobs, Donna Karan, Michael Kors to name but a few – a girl can dream!
If you are interested in following the shows, there is actually an official website called – New York Fashion Week and you can also link up to their Facebook page to get daily updates. So just too wet your appetite, here are a few examples of what was hot on the catwalk for spring/ summer 2011.
"Pringle of Scotland" Spring/ Summer 2011
"Donna Karan" Spring/ Summer 2011
The official dates for Fashion Week are from the 7th – 15th September, with 400+ Shows and 3000+ Fashion’s Night Out Events.
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My Fashion File – Nail Polish” likes” for Spring 2011
Seeing as spring is in the air, I have started planning my spring/summer wardrobe and this would not be complete, without the addition of beautifully groomed nails. So I have put together a mood board of my favourite colours – I love all the nude shades that are the trend at the moment, as well as shades of grey which are still popular. Essie ,which is my favourite brand, also have their amazing range of pastel shades – one in particular that I love is called “Lady Like”, an elegant soft mauve colour. This brand is my pick for a few reasons but most importantly their polish actually lasts!
So what are you waiting for – get shopping and find your favourites. I would love to hear what shades you are wearing and what your favouites for the season are! 🙂
I am truly in love with, the romantic, “love” inspired, fashion that seems to have taken world by storm. It can either be pretty, with lots of frilly lace or understated, with muted pastel tones. In fact there are no rules; the only requirement is that it oozes sensuality and romance.
This trend is nothing new, but it is possible that I am more aware of it, because I am the mother of two “fashion forward”, young girls. I have had my older daughter looking over my shoulder, whilst I was writing this blog, exclaiming “ooh I love that, it is all so pretty!” I have to admit that even though I would not wear a great deal of these items, I love the flouncy, frilliness of it all!
Your look can be classy and chic or vintage and Bohemian. Fabrics like chiffon and silk feature a great deal in many of the fashions, which although beautiful are not always practical, for a mom. I guess it is OK to dream.
If you feel that the whole look would be too much for you, then pairing a beautiful blouse with a pair of jeans could be an option.
The same trend can be seen in hair and makeup. The look in makeup is definitely ‘less is more’, muted natural shades, with pinks and corals featuring a great deal. Hair too is soft and natural, with lose flowing curls or swept up, with beautiful hair pins and floral accessories.
Jewellery is baroque inspired, with gold and pearls and lots of layers. Antique style earrings and ornate rings are a must; even ‘the brooch’, has made a grand comeback. Pretty floral or lacy scarves are also popular when accessorizing this look.
So the key is to have has as much fun as possible and unleash the “inner romantic” in you.
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