Boot Camp

It’s all about boots this autumn. So indulge in some fancy but practical footwear, be it everyday chic or something totally fabulous, there is something for all our feet indulgences.

Try these ultra feminine Miu Miu suede shoe boots or these outrageous lace ankle boots from Roberto Cavalli.

Atelier Swarovski

Jonathan Saunders' third collection in collaboration with ATELIER SWAROVSKI has launched exclusively at Kabiri on October 13.

The graphic nine-piece range combines architectural and industrial references in a palette of black, white, gold and soft aqua. Making use of the intricate Swarovski pointillage technique, pieces include cylindrical and circular pendants, rings and leather bracelets.

From Topshop with Love Jas

If you are looking to update your winter wardrobe with a new statement bag, then pay a visit to Topshop where, a new capsule collection LOVE JAS will be tempting us all to do just that.

The six-piece range comes from the creative mind behind luxury London accessory label Jas MB, designer Jas Sehmbi - and, while you can expect to pay up to £600 for a creation from his mainline, prices for the Topshop offering start at a credit crunch-friendly £80.

Something For The Weekend: American Vintage

Looking for a great combination of vintage subtlety and a simple basic, then look no further than American Vintage.

A relative young brand and another classic to add to the ever growing French cult fashion pack, these uncomplicated T-shirts and dresses are perfect for your casual wear wardrobe.

Hari Up

London fashion label Hari is taking the concept of luxury sportswear to a new level, collaborating with graffiti artist Alex Young on a strictly limited edition design to sit alongside the likes of Christian Louboutin, Rick Owens and Derek Lam.

The charcoal grey hoodie - named the Off-Duty Icon hoodie in honour of Hari fans Madonna and Daisy Lowe, who are often spotted in the label's designs - features the signature Hari lion reworked by Young across the back. Young has also collaborated with the label on a range of carnival-inspired T-shirt designs for its spring/summer 2009 collection, The Urban Circus.

M&S get Sex and The City

Patricia Fields, Sex and The City’s stylist, designs for Marks and Spencer finally hits the stores today. Now we can really like one of the Sex and The City girls.

An Hermes Head Scarf

Iconic as they are delectable, Hermes has taken inspiration from India for its beautiful collection of scarves for autumn/winter 2008-9.

Printed with galloping horses (our favourite), dancing pearls, vibrant quilted patterns or fuchsia petal decorations - like the one pictured - wear them tied jauntily around the neck, or for blustery autumnal days, up around the hair as a headscarf. Very chic indeed.

Peter Jensen for Top Shop

Peter Jensen for Topshop has just arrived in store and with the cutest of polar bear emblazoned jumpers, colour-blocked cagoules and rainbow tiered dresses you'll need to get those elbows out to bag yourself something special.

Or of course, sit back, relax and get clicking as the collection is available online too.

Something For The Weekend

What: Jumble & Pearls Vintage Sale
Why: Vintage and designer clothing, accessories and oddities from £10.
When: 11 Oct. Sat., noon-5 p.m.
Where: Albert & Pearl, 181 Upper St., N1 1RQ (020 7354 9993)

What: Paul & Joe Sample Sale
Why: P&J team up with the likes of Sara Berman, Goat, True Religion, Sass & Bide and Velvet, with clothes from £5.
When: 9-12 Oct. Thurs.-Sun., 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
Where: Shop 14, Old Truman Brewery, 15 Hanbury St., E1 6QR (020 7243 5510).

Happy Birthday Diesel

If you simply see Diesel as one of your favourite high-end high-street staples, this weekend should change your mind forever as it celebrates its 30th anniversary. On the 10th October at 10am pop down to your nearest Diesel store to pick up your limited edition Dirty Thirty jeans for 30 credit crunching pounds. They have the dates 1978-2008 embroidered on the side and buttons saying ‘Diesel 1978’, so for £30 you’ve got fashion history and a collector’s item in one.

Add ladylike chic to your rock chick glamour with this Henry Skull Crest Silk Scarf by Twenty8Twelve.

Available at My-Wardrobe.co.uk

What: Private Designer Sample Sale
Why: Spring/summer 2009 samples from See by Chloé, Valentino Red, Sonia by Sonia Rykiel and more.
When: 7 & 10 Oct. Tues., 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Where: 18 Devonshire St., W1G 7AQ (020 7247 1034).

Something For The Weekend

Add a little shimmer to your weekend with this cap sleeve sequin bolero, perfect for this season’s sequin craze.

Available from Top Shop.

Meet The Experts

This month, Selfridges Oxford Street is delighted to present Meet the Experts, a month dedicated to introducing you to the masterminds behind some the most famous and effective beauty products, preparations and treatments around.

Have your skincare questions answered exclusively by Dr Orentreich, Clinique’s top New York dermatologist. Meet American cult favourite Marian Newman as she launches the eponymous Marian Newman Nails only at Selfridges. Consult hairstyling guru Anestis Cobella, one on one, in his state of the art hair salon. Watch national make up artist Benjamin Rousseau from Lancome as he previews this season’s metallic colours. And let Benoit Dumond, national stylist from NARS update your look. Plus many more appearances every day from some of the most important names in beauty.

Meet the Experts runs from Thursday 2nd October to Friday 31st October at Selfridges Oxford Street. There’s something new happening every day.

Book your appointment now on 0800 123 400 to reserve your place.

Credit Crunch, Think Money Bags

What to do with that obscenely expensive studded velour tracksuit you had to have and never wore? Flog it through a designer dress agency: it’s the perfect remedy to these credit-crunched times.

What: Sign of the Times Why: Run by the effervescent Lorraine Fraser, this place is top of the crop. Sell secondhand designer clothes and receive a cheque once they sell. If they’re unsold after two months, reclaim or donate to charity When: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Where: 17 Elystan St., SW3 3NT (020 7589 4774)

What: Retro Woman Why: Exchange vintage, designer or high street gear for store credit (half of value) or cash (a third of value) on the spot. When: Mon.-Sun., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Where: 20 Pembridge Rd., W11 3HL (020 7565 5572).

What: Pandora Why: Leave good-as-new clothes and accessories and collect cash or a cheque once they’re sold. When: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m. Where: 16-22 Cheval Pl., SW7 1ES (020 7589 5289).

What: Designs Why: Hand over a minimum of three items for 50 per cent of their retail price; money available from the last Monday of the month. When: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5:45 p.m.; Thurs., 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. (Items for resale accepted Mon., Tues. & Fri., 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Thurs., 4:30-6 p.m.; or by appointment.) Where: 60 Rosslyn Hill, NW3 1ND (020 7435 0100).

What: The Loft Why: Sell new or secondhand designer labels at this stylist’s hangout and receive half of the selling price. When: Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 12:30-4:30 p.m. Where: 35 Monmouth St., WC2H 9DD (020 7240 3807).

What: Bang Bang Clothing Exchange
Why: Get a third of the cash value back immediately for designer, vintage and high street clothes or half the selling price to spend in-store when you like.
When: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 21 Goodge St., W1T 2PJ (020 7631 4191)

It’s All About The Statement

Jewellery continues to be about making a statement and we are loving designs by Isharya. Designed and founded by San Francisco-based Radhika Tandon and her Bombay based sister-in-law Gauri Tandon, Isharya is a delicious mix of Bollywood glamour and cool Californian style. Think exquisitely embellished cuffs with rich coral and turquoise stones and gleaming yellow gold bracelets and Bedouin chandelier earrings - sure to add a glitzy finishing touch to any outfit. There are so many pieces that we like, that it makes it hard to choose a favourite. But if we must then it would have to be the daisy filigree cuff, pictured here.

Plaids Please

If you are trying to work this season’s plaid look, try The tartan D&G DOLCE&GABBANA blouse, as seen on the runway. It is the perfect way to bring your style into check this fall. Mirror the runway look by pairing it a contrast print skirt or wear it with high-waited pants for off-duty chic.

Find of The Week

Statement jewellery continues as an outfit essential and this week we discover a colourful and witty one-off collection – Kabiri.

Plastic facet rings, quirky stud earrings and chunky knot necklaces are all part of this crayola-crazy coloured collection.

What: London Accessory Sale
Why: Up to 80 per cent off designers like Balenciaga, Marc Jacobs and YSL.
When: 25 & 26 Sept. Thurs., 12:30-8:30 p.m.; Fri., 10:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Where: Chelsea Old Town Hall, King’s Rd., SW3 5EE.

By Malene Birger

We are loving this season with By Malene Birger. This Danish fashion house has created a signature mix of crisp Scandinavian design and cool references to 50s and 60s styling since its launch 5 years ago. If you love to dress with ladylike panache then By Malene Birger answers your call this season. You'll be lusting after pussy bow blouses, leather pencil skirts, ruffle sleeve tops and chic day-to-evening dresses.

Our favourite is this purple silk draped Joelle dress.

An English Woman in Paris

Paris will pay homage to a British fashion great next year when Les Arts Décoratifs opens its doors on an exhibition dedicated to the Kate Moss myth in advertising in November 2009.

"We're working out what is available, but her modelling agency has kept hold of absolutely everything she's done from the very beginning, including archive material from two decades ago," curator-in-chief Pamela Golbin told reporters at a press conference yesterday.

The Kate show is part of a program that'll be well worth booking a seat on the Eurostar for.

Charity is Bringing Pucci to the People

Women in long-term unemployment who have no money to spend on that killer interview outfit now have a place to go.

Dress for Success is a charity that believes that the outfit does maketh the woman, that there is power in clothes, and that feeling appropriately dressed can make the difference between another setback and that longed-for job. And it’s helping hundreds of women a year.

Already a phenomenon in America, with more than 75 branches across the country, the charity has been quietly building up in Britain since 2000. Working with women referred by job centres, homeless shelters, mental-health charities, prisons and other agencies, its aim is simple: to get women into the right look for their interviews - the clothes, the accessories, the make-up, even the underwear - for free.

What the clothes give is much more than merely a makeover. “It starts with a suit, but it doesn’t end with it,” says Kathy Seligman, the chairwoman of Dress for Success’s trustees. “We are dealing with women who just don’t have the money to go out and buy an appropriate outfit. So we fix that. But the look is just 25% of what we do. What we really give them is a dress and a hug.”

Packed with rails of clothes donated by individuals, retailers and businesses (bags full of designer suits from Goldman Sachs, Accenture and Lehman Brothers, for example), the charity’s offices in Islington are intimate and cosy. Each woman who comes through its door is given a one-on-one session with a personal advisor, who also acts as a stylist. If they’re successful in finding a job, they’re then invited back to choose a whole week’s worth of clothes to set them on their way.

'Twenty8Twelve Accessories

Poised to launch Twenty8Twelve's new handbag collection, the duo chose Meadows' hard-hitting cinematic style as the inspiration for their debut autumn/winter 2008-9 range. Featuring triple zips, studs, branded rivets and metallic clasp buckles, Twenty8Twelve's day and evening bags - in super-shiny patents with a rich, Oxblood red colour taking centre stage for autumn, and the hardwearing leather are a punky homage to rebel England and the perfect complement to the mainline collection of reworked Union Jack Ts and mannish tailoring.

Loafer Makeover

Hunting for the perfect workday shoe, then try the new style loafers. Long gone are the clumpy styles, instead this timeless classic has become chic. Try the black patent loafer by D&G Dolce&Gabbana, adding a little drama to your work clothes with its gold brass heel.

What: The Ultimate Sample Sale
Why: Up to 85 per cent off designs by Jasmine di Milo, Jenny Packham and many more.
When: 16 & 17 Sept. Tues., 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Wed., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 20th Century Theatre, 291 Westbourne Grv., W11 2QA (020 7229 7957).

Pinkridges Begins

Think pink! The entire of Selfridges will be as they help to raise money and awareness for Breast Cancer Care. They have a variety of exclusive Pinkridges product in-store with choices running from an exquisite Alexander McQueen silk chiffon scarf to a witty David Shrigley greeting card. With each item the amount of the donation going to the charity will be clearly labelled. Available in-store until October 15, while stocks last.

A Wardrobe Necessity – The Tux Jacket.

A black jacket with silk trim, is a perfect must have for any wardrobe. This jacket is a great evening piece if you want to dress up denim or wear over a little dress instead of a coat.

It’s a Military Affair

The military influence was seen across the Autumn/Winter 08 catwalks. We are loving the subtle regimental touches seen in many of the collections. Here’s the pick of the bunch.

Arm Candy

Introducing the Lily Bag by D&G Dolce&Gabbana. This multi-compartment bag in mustard yellow, with three large compartments, separated by seven zips, each with individual charms. This warm autumnal colour is a bag for all seasons and occasions.

Victoria’s Premier

Victoria Beckham has finally unveiled her first ever much-hyped dress line, which she describes as having been "a lifetime in the making", at New York Fashion Week.

A ten-piece collection that owes more than a little the former Spice Girl's signature high maintenance look, the pieces - created from basket-weave cotton, fine gazar and georgette silks - are strictly tailored and lavishly embellished with embroidery and hand-sewn beading.

The collection is all about structure, with incorporated corsets and belts allowing comfort and support.

The dress collection is Beckham's first attempt into high fashion on the design side and it will be selling via private appointments with buyers over the next week.

A Vuitton Vacation

As the last few days of late summer disappear, it's time to start planning next year's getaway and thanks to Louis Vuitton, the process can be just as easy as it is stylish with its all-new collection of City Guides.

Taking inspiration from the label's iconic travelling trunks, the guides have been given a sleek new design and, this time round, come with personal advice and tips on where to go and what to do.

The five volumes are each devoted to a different city - Mumbai, Miami, New York, Paris and Tokyo - or go on a 32 whistle-stop tour with the European Cities guide.

The Louis Vuitton City Guides launch on October 15.

LK Bennett Has A New Flag.

LK Bennett launches it’s new flagship store. Preview the elegant new collection of luxury shoes, clothes and accessories on Saturday 6 September from 10am –7pm

Whistles change of tune

This is one hell of a make over… Ex-Topshop guru Jane Shepherdson’s first collection for Whistles has just hit the stores and its to die for.

Check Mate

From heritage tartans to cowboy-style cottons, the check is the hot pattern for Autumn/Winter 08. If your concerned about looking like Rupert the bear then you will be pleased to know that trend has taken a more sophisticated turn for 2008. Even better, you can mix and match your styles; plaid jacket with a tartan dress? If its good enough for Carvalli and D&G then its good enough for us.

Louis Vuitton's Autumn/Winter Show Bags

Louis Vuitton's new season show bags start to hit the stores from next week, but if you have not already reserved one, it could be difficult to get your hands on one.

Try Bespoke Shoppers and see if they can work some magic in acquiring you the new season 'IT' handbag.

Buy of The Week

See By Chloe – Blue Cord Trousers

Mid blue cord trousers with two front pockets, two back pockets with leather branded motif, caged-effect detail waistline and contrast stitching. Trousers fasten with two buttons and a concealed zip and have a 10 inch rise, 34.5 inch inside leg and a 12 inch opening at the ankle.

The contrast stitching on these trousers makes them look fabulous with white and they're lightweight so are ideal to travel in.

Top Shop's New Brand

Jeans addicts will be getting all hot under the collar about Topshop's latest collaboration with the sexy New York denim label, J Brand.

The three low-rise styles have been named after New York neighbourhoods that exemplify the styles of the women who wear them. The Brooklyn is the ultimate super-skinny jean with a narrow 12-inch pencil leg, while a classic cigarette style comes in the form of the Nolita with its 14-inch leg and the Manhattan is a slim-fit 22-inch bell-bottom.

In keeping with the New York theme, the jeans come in four different finishes, from sleek dark denim to a distressed, vintage look, with names such as Bowery and Empire.

J Brand for Topshop will be available for a limited time from November 30, priced £89.

Classic Chanel

Iconic among its many legendary designs, Chanel's elegant yet easy-to-wear jackets are indeed items to treasure. Reinvented every season by Karl Lagerfeld for the fashion house since 1983 - they've been short, stretched, close-fitting and loose.

This autumn/winter 2008-9 is about simplicity, with much love having gone into the creation. This simple black jacket is a must have, timeless classic for every woman's wardrobe.

Platform Peeptoes

A firm favourite for the new season and we are loving the python peeptoe shoes by Katia Lombardo. This purple python leather shoe, is more than perfect for a glamorous evening.

Two For The Price Of One

This dress is perfect for the lazy ones amongst us. It looks like a skirt and a top, but is in fact a new style one stop shop saviour, a dress. This look is certainly doing the rounds and one our favourites is this design by Theory, the Ciarah Dress. It is flattering and easy to wear, go for fuss-free-chic with black tights and patent shoes.

The Little Pink Dress

Selfridges Pinkridges campaign is going from strength to strength. Designer Elie Tahari's stylish contribution is the Elie Tahari Jordana dress.

Designed to raise awareness and funds for Breast Cancer Care, the limited edition frock, which comes in bright fuchsia, draws on Tahari's signature sassy style, hugging the hips and boasting a sleek empire waist.

Elie Tahari's fuchsia dress costs £240 and is available from Selfridges stores nationwide. £200 from each sale will be donated to Breast Cancer Care.

Treacy's in the Pink

Following in the footsteps of Alexander McQueen, designer Philip Treacy is lending his support to Selfridges' Pinkridges campaign: the master milliner has designed a special hat, The Pink Knot Hat.

Raising money and awareness for Breast Cancer Care, the elegant headpiece takes inspiration from the charity's trademark pink ribbon, which Treacy - whose creations have graced countless catwalks, has then crafted into a fuchsia pink fly away bow.

Made to order exclusively at Selfridges, all proceeds will be donated to Breast Cancer Care. For further information, visit www.selfridges.com or www.breastcancer.org.uk.

Autumn/Winter Wedding

Nuptials taking place in the autumn or winter seem to becoming more and more popular, so what to wear? How about this Phillip Lim's satin evening dress with subtle crystal embellishments for a party look with a hint of 50s glamour, complete with sculptural details, so key to this season.

Not Ready For Autumn/Winter?

Are you not quite ready for all the new season clothes gracing us with their presence? Why not try these bronze Margaux Wave shoe by Terry de Havilland. The glossy-effect snakeskin leather wedge with ankle strap and the moulded tiered effect 11cm heel and 3cm platform is one pair of shoes that are perfect for the end of summer, but they will also carry you through to the new season when you are ready.

Add Drama to your Skirts

It's all about drama in the skirt department, try this gorgeous or glamorous ruffle twist skirt in plum and crimson from London-based design duo Poltock & Walsh.

Team it with a simple black T and flats during the day or add a pair of killer heels for ultimate impact in the evening.

The regeneration of Whistles isn't limited solely to the store's clothing offer; it's taken on some seriously incredible jewellery brands too.
This brass statement necklace, £75, was once old bric-a-brac? Now lovingly transformed by artisans in Africa for Fair Trade label Made, it's just one of the many cult-worthy designs featured in the exclusive Made For Whistles collaborative line that'll make you feel good - on every level.

Made For Whistles is available at selected Whistles stores.

Wizard Sergio Rossi

Here's a first look at Sergio Rossi's version of Dorothy's famous ruby red shoes, as part of a particularly fashionable commemoration of the 70th anniversary of The Wizard of Oz.

Incorporating CRYSTALLIZED™ Swarovski Elements, Sergio Rossi joins 19 other designers including Betsey Johnson, Christian Louboutin and Manolo Blahnik to reinterpret the character's iconic slippers as part of a showcase and auction to raise money for the Elizabeth Glaser Paediatric AIDS foundation.

The fruits of their fashionable labour will be unveiled at Saks Fifth Avenue on September 4 before moving to Bryant Park on September 5 for the start of New York Fashion Week. Public viewings are also planned throughout 2009.

Pretty Perfect

If you cant give up your comfy ballerina pumps just yet, take your addiction to the next level with a made-to-measure pair from Pretty Ballerinas. Simply choose your favourite colour, trimming and lining and in four weeks, your pretty perfect shoes will be waiting for you.

Smythson Does It Again

After the amazing success of the Nancy bag, Smythson launch their equally lust worthy Maze bag. Pick yours up this week.

Bespoke Prada

Prada has announced a made-to-order bespoke handbag service for their customers. The bag customization service is available in Prada’s Paris, London, Milan and Tuscany stores. Customers will be able to choose from a wide variety of decadent materials (suede, leather, crocodile, python, alligator, snakeskin…), rich colours, hardware and detailing so that their bag can be a reflection of their personal tastes and style. Order Up!

Alex Monroe - Jewellery Designer of The Year

We love Alex Monroe's Bumble Bee necklace. This heavy textured necklace is a perfect example as to why Alex Monrow has been awarded Jewellery Designer of the Year. Wear through day or evening, this style has no constraints.

Pussy Bow Blouse.

An absolute must for your office wardrobe this season. Try the Fabienna Blouse by Malene Birger. With it's electric blue long sleeved blouse with neck tie, button detail cuffs and fastens at the front concealing its buttons, you will be the most stylish in the office.

Available at My-Wardrobe.com

Liberty is on a roll at the moment, with their new concept store on Sloane Street, the new shoe boutique and now two lucrative collaborations with high street chains Gap and Oasis.

The exclusive capsule collection, designed in-house from Liberty's Tana Lawn cotton with each piece has been designed from Liberty's archive prints. Your favourite retro prints can be sourced at your favourite retailers, Gap and and Oasis, with a four-piece capsule collection of shirts and dresses,
including this paisley shirt dress for £39.99.

A Slipper For All Seasons

100% Wool Hand made Ladies felt flower slippers with a contemporary shape and leather grip pads with changeable motifs for each season and 3 sizes.

Now you don't have to wait until Christmas for new slippers!

Liberty Shoe Boutique Opens Today.

Liberty lends its thoughtful and unique kind of luxury to the distinctive new Shoe Boutique, a decadent house of heels, with the department laid out like a maze of rooms housing shoes for every occasion. In an enchanting period home with a contemporary twist, Stella McCartney stilettos will sit upon an opulent chaise, whilst towering Westwood boots will take pride of place on an exquisite dining table, and sculptural creations by Nicholas Kirkwood nestle in the luscious ‘garden room’.

Working with the distinctive wood panelling of the historic building, rich colours inspired by antique velvets and picture galleries create a warm
boudoir-like feel in the ‘drawing room’ whilst bright neon signs lend an edgy contemporary mood in the ‘bedroom’. Mirrors, dining tables, beds and
glass deco style cabinets all provide dramatic background for the unique shoe collection. The designer collections will be extensive, including names such as YSL, Alexander McQueen, Azzedine Alaia, Miu Miu, Balenciaga, Burberry, Dolce &
Gabbana, Giuseppe Zannoti, Rupert Sanderson, Moschino, Prada, Stella McCartney, Vivienne Westwood, Chloe, Marni and Nicholas Kirkwood

The Next Big Jeans....

Then bag yourself a pair of Girlsmusthave blue jeans. The new Swiss label is the brainchild of ex-model (and international globetrotter) Alexandra
Classen, who launched her sexy denim line on the back of a lifelong jeans obsession.

The jeans exude the effortless chic, you’ll love them.

Available at Harrods

Very Berry

Add some colour to your wardrobe for the new season, in particular berry, a definite choice colour. One of our favourite pieces in this colour is the
Stella McCartney cowl neck knit dress. The sweater dress will form the basis of every stylish wardrobe this fall. Stella McCartney's rendition is an elegant choice for day in a rich on-trend hue.

Fashion's One & Only

It's not always easy to pack for your holiday, but thanks to fashion and lifestyle label Acne, which has lent its stylish hand to a new collaboration with One&Only Resorts: the Capsule Collection, the packing for your holiday experience has been made simple!

Comprising of a leather bag packed full of resort wear specially selected for each One&Only Resort, either choose the pre-selected traditional pack with a week's worth of Acne clothing or customise your order depending on your sartorial needs.

"Acne's ongoing philosophy is to provide solutions to today's wardrobe needs. We have put together a selection of everything we feel you need for the perfect holiday wardrobe with this innovative new concept," explains Bev Malik, fashion buying director for One&Only.

We Love Georgina Goodman's Felix

One of our favourite buys for the Autumn/Winter is Georgina Goodman's purple suede ankle boots with black patent trim and kriss kross detail.

The boots also have double-effect black and 11.5cm purple suede heel with mirrored detail. Boots fasten with a zip at the side. Leather upper, lining and soles.

Price: £419.00

Bargain of the Week

Utility Wedges by D&G Dolce and Gabana

Black open toe wedges with black leather and gros grain strapping and t-bar front. Wedges also have silver clasp detail on the straps and fasten at the ankle with velcro. Shoes have a 2cm platform and a 10cm wooden-effect wedge. Leather and textile upper, leather lining and soles. Perfect for the heat wave!

Was £385
Now £115

Available at www.my-wardrobe.com

Mulberry's Maggie

The Maggie family is all about polished, understated luxury. Encompassing 4 different styles, from a large tote to a sleek clutch, this high gloss leather collection emerges in rich shades of raspberry, green, winter white, and stylish black - and for ultra decadence: bronze snakeskin.

Effortlessly chic, the Maggie is the perfect accompaniment to take you from balmy Summer evenings to cosy Autumn days.

McQueen's Must Have Charitable Accessory

Alexander McQueen's scarves are on every fashionable girl's wish list and, this autumn, he has redesigned his signature accessory and a must have accessory for autumn/winter to raise money for Breast Cancer Care.

McQueen's latest silk scarf comes in a delicate pink paisley - the pattern of the new fashion season, and not only will buying one make you feel good, it will make you look incredible as well.

The £140 scarf will be available exclusively at Selfridges as part of its charitable Pinkridges event, which runs from the end of August.

Platforms & Peeptoe Shoes

This autumn/winter, your shoes need to have a platform and a peep toe. These Christian Louboutin Altadama watersnake shoes are a perfect example.

We are loving the iconic Madeleine Dress from the RM satellite collection, perfect for day to evening wear. The lustrous black crepe fabric has a fluidity which is enhanced by the masterful draping and ruffle embellishments. The red trim zip fastening is in homage to the iconic Louboutin shoe, Mouret's footwear of choice to accompany his runway collection.

Columbian Gold

Behind Mallarino are two Colombian sisters, Lucia and Isabella Bueno-Mallarino, who live between Paris, Brussels and Colombia. Unique in technique and design, this exciting new collection features flowers and filigree designs, made from silver and 24ct gold vermeil. Silver used in Mallarino jewellery is 980 grade, a higher grade than standard 925 grade

Our favourite piece is this stunning designer gold cuff is by the Mallarino team of jewellery designers in Columbia. Measuring approximately 86mm in length, this fabulous piece is subtly conical in shape and measures 54mm in diameter up to 65mm.

Available online exclusively at AstleyClarke.com, this fabulous gold cuff is made using a delicate lace-like filigree technique hand sewn in silver and 24ct gold vermeil.

Parisian in design, this piece is made to the highest standards using traditional Colombian techniques and is available online in the UK exclusively from the Astley Clarke Online Jewellery Boutique.

Swap Shop

The Visa Swap Shop, returns for a second year.

To mark the event, the likes of Erin O'Connor, Henry Conway, Olivia and Alexia Inge and Margo Stilley mingled with the fashion crowd to watch the
fashion show, nibble on mini chorizo piccante as well as sip on rose chai
tea martinis.

The launch party was the culmination of three-weeks of designer clothes being collected at the Visa Swap Loft in Covent Garden for a big sale on July19 and 20, the idea being that you can swap your way to a brand new wardrobe for next season.

With a special performance by The Kooks planned, the party was in full swing, whilst discussions turned to which designer items were being coveted when the sale starts this weekend.

Mineral Make-Up

Fresh from the States, Afterglow is the latest mineral make-up brand to take the UK by storm. Named for the bright pigment in their blushers and mineral eye shadows, Afterglows eye colours will leave you shimmering and radiant all night long. Free of chemicals and dyes, this is the brand that is recommended by dermatologists for those with sensitive skin.

Ferragamo's Market Appeal

Following in the footsteps of Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent, Salvatore Ferragamo is next in line to collaborate with London's Dover Street Market: the fashion house has created an exclusive collection, Ferragamo Creations, inspired by its 80-year-old archive.

Arriving at the market - on July 19, expect to find its iconic "F" wedge and "Kimo" sandal styles as well as pieces originally designed for the likes of Ava Gardner and Evita Peron; silk velvet platforms in black and magnolia respectively.

Each piece has been created using the original models, leathers and forms and, as well as being beautifully packaged, comes accompanied by a certificate of authenticity that depicts the history and design of the product.

Liberty Concepts

Liberty of London has now launched their first concept flagship store for Summer 2008. Focused on showcasing the Liberty of London brand, luxury
shoppers can expect an array of leather goods, scarves, swimwear, and their much discussed menswear line.

The 1800 sq/ft, two story concept store is situated on London's Sloane Street and is a picture decadent gold and cream surround. Liberty's creative director Tamara Salman hopes that the new concept store "will echo Liberty’s opulent past, whilst projecting a unique and contemporary vision of the brand today."

Liberty of London's new concept store is based at 197 Sloane Street, London SW1X 9QX.

Anita’s Vintage Fashion Fair

Vintage clothing, accessories, jewellery and textiles from £5

When: 13 July. Sun., 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Where: 20th Century Theatre, 291 Westbourne Grove, London, W11 2QA

In The Fashion Frame

Rupert Sanderson's Brothel Creepers

Inspired by the Teddy Boys of Fifties Britain, Rupert Sanderson's latest must-have footwear comes in the shape of these rather fantastic and flamboyant brothel creepers, which come in either the Jupiter or Thunderbolt style.

Available in a host of psychedelic shades and fabrics - pony skin, suede and leather - they're already apparently a hit with Kate Moss, Alexa Chung and
Chloe Sevigny and can be with you too, when they take up residence in Liberty's new shoe floor in October.

The New RM Dress

He's the man responsible for designing one of fashion's most famous dresses - the Galaxy - so it's no wonder that, on hearing the news that Roland Mouret is creating a selection of autumn/winter 2008-9 pieces for Harvey
Nichols, there is huge excitement.

In a wool and tweed mix in charcoal grey, the Cluny is a sassy one strap number while Jossrin is a more traditional take on Mr Mouret's signature designs.

Only available from the Knightsbridge and Bristol stores, they're already expected to sell out fast so you better get saving to bag yourself a wardrobe classic. Costs £990.

In The Fashion Frame

This month the Photographer's Gallery in London plays host to an exciting new exhibition, Fashion In The Mirror, co-curated by Michael Mallard and
Raphaelle Stopin.

Exploring the world of fashion photography from the Fifties through to the present day, go behind the scenes of the image-making process with twenty
one leading international photographers.

Works from Richard Avedon, Nick Knight, Steven Miesel, Norman Parkinson, Juergen Teller and Tim Walker to name but just a few will all be on show.

Fashion In The Mirror: Self-Reflection in Fashion Photography runs from July 18 until September 8 at The Photographer's Gallery, 5 Great Newport Street.

All Change at Asprey

It’s all change for British label Asprey which, as part of the development of a new brand direction will now only focus on its fine jewellery, silver and leather goods ranges.

At the helm of this new outlook is Robert Procup, who has been appointed as president and CEO of Asprey. He previously worked as the Asprey and Garrard chief executive where he was key in getting the company back on track following a $160 million loss.

Both of Asprey's ready-to-wear and footwear lines will be dropped.

Favourite Sale Item

Christian Louboutin, Rosazissimo feather shoes.

These red shoes will carry you into the autumn/winter party season, with the colour red being a big hit next season.

Was £400 Now £280

All Aboard The Banana Boat

So successful has Banana Republic's UK launch proved, the retailer is bypassing sale season - and instead has started selling its pre-collection offering.

The unprecedented move cements a super-successful few months for the US brand, which opened its first store on British turf in March.

So, if you're not one for riffling through the cast-offs of the soon-to-end summer, head to the Regent Street store for a fresh look at what's next: our favourite is the burnt orange silk wrap dress, perfect for navigating through the end of summer into the start of autumn.

Prada Goes Beltastic

With a cinched-in waist remaining firmly at the forefront of feminine fashion season-on-season of late, a good belt is wardrobe must-have - and trust Prada to come up with one of the most luxurious out there.

The design house is, for the first time, launching a made-to-order service which will allow customers - both male and female - to create the perfect belt for their shape and style.

Designs are available in a wide variety of different materials and colours, including patent leather, crocodile, saffiano and snakeskin, and buckles can be as stand-out as you like - think antiqued silver, or gold embellished with stones.

Simply visit the Prada boutique on Bond Street, Sloane Street or in Harrods to see a selection of samples and chose your ideal style; delivery time will be approximately 60 days from date of order.

Deacon’s Crystals

Giles Deacon is branching out into jewellery for the first time.

The former British Designer of the Year has hooked up with Evoke to create a collection of pendants, bracelets, earrings, rings and showstopping neck pieces rendering his irresistible tongue-in-cheek charm in CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements.

"Jewellery is becoming so much more important in fashion so when I was given the opportunity to design a capsule range for Evoke using Swarovski crystals, I jumped at the chance," he says. "I think the woman who will wear the collection is fashion conscious with a sense of humour and loves to accessorise her outfits."

The range known as Giles Deacon for Evoke, will land in stores in September

There are three ranges in the collection, the first is based on the play of optical black and white; the second range is based on the solar planet system: small stellar constellations cluster in rings, necklaces and earrings; and the third is motif-based, skulls with heart eyes, ring pulls, cherry skulls and safety pins that give an edgy, playful feel.

Louis Vuitton and Comme des Garcons are taking fashion's fixation with collaboration to a new level - by opening a joint store in Tokyo. The unprecedented move will see the two fashion giants co-habiting for a three-month period from September, offering six one-off bags designed by Comme founder Rei Kawakubo in Vuitton's famed monogram pattern.

The Japanese fashion house approached Vuitton with the idea and the company felt it was the perfect way to mark its thirty-year presence in Japan.

While Kawakubo has designed the space, which will sit within the Comme des Garcons shop off Omotesando, Vuitton are investing in it financially and all profits will be divided.

A Note From Armani

Giorgio Armani is adding yet another string to his fashion and lifestyle bow, branching out into the world of stationary with the launch of Giorgio Armani Pens.

"A handwritten note is today more than ever a sign of etiquette, elegance and sophistication. To carry an iconic pen is therefore a symbol of character and style," he explains.

Enlisting the help of Italian pen maker Tibaldi to create this first series, called the Regal Collection, each pen cap is detailed with Giorgio Armani's initials and has been created using the highest quality of materials.

Limited to only 199 numbered pieces, the pens will be available individually or as part of a deluxe package.

Fashion Hits Tennis

Tennis becomes stylish and fashionable. Serena Williams could be seen warming up in a mini Nike Trench Coat and Maria Sharapova could be seen in the Nike "tuxedo look" that was designed especially for her.

New Gadgets

With sale season upon us and new season collections on the horizon, it's hard not to think of new purchases only as clothes but here's a spanner thrown into the fashion works: Samsung's new F480 phone. Super sleek, it includes a full touch screen, customisable drop and drag technology and has a 5.0 megapixel camera with power LED.

More Summer Accessories

Three new bags to suit your lighthearted summer mood. Modelled after the popular, zip-up, minimally designed MAC soft sack but in a new petal weight cotton gabardine with faux leather handles. Destined to appeal to your soft
spot.

Essential Summer Accessory – Summer ‘08 Bangles

Wave bangle in lemon resin (also available in smoky grey and bronze).

This stylish lemon yellow resin bangle is made in Italy and features an opaque undulating wave finish. Measuring 10mm in depth, this designer bangle has an internal diameter of approximately 65mm, and an maximum external diameter of 95mm. These designer bangles are beautifully made and are quickly gaining international recognition for their bold colour and unique design - We love them stacked together for instant summer glamour. Perfect for those summer festivals.

A Rose Like No Other

Liberty has uncovered another cult beauty brand with the recent launch of the fragrance laboratory, Le Labo.

Exclusive to Liberty, Le Labo offers the most delicious and unexpected scents which are mixed before your eyes. Each bottle is then personalised with name, date and an individual message. Rose 31, sounds like a feminine floral scent but in fact is modern, musky and harbours more than a hint of masculine notes in typically unpredictable Le Labo style.

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