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Lust For A Rat
Rat leggings have become a cult item in the fashion world. After huge success with the black pair, the guys at Sass and Bide have now revealed the 'Silver Rats.' Wear them with dresses, oversized tees or a long shirt - the possibilities are endless!
sass & bide, Silver Rats, £135, Buy Now
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Back To Classic
This classic black tote is a total investment and such a luxe, decadent treat. Relaxed suede with individually attached leather strips mean this bag will improve with age and become a loved-in heirloom
Anya Hindmarch, Clasic Tote, £765
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A Party Piece
This jacket is a great addition to any wardrobe. Add it to your day wear to give an instant party feel after work, dress up jeans, team with leggings or finish off your LBD and you are good to go throughout the party season.
Antik Batik, Sabrina Sequinned Tuxedo Jacket, £432, Buy Now
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Alexander McQueen’s to-die-for skull clasp python clutch. This Python coated hard box clutch with charm embellished finger rings clasp, and Swarovski embellished knuckle duster skull clasp at top, will inject dark glamour to your evening look.
Alexander McQueen, Skull Clasp Python Clutch, £1035, Buy Now.
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Our favourite shoe designers of all time has introduced a secret shopping pod into his store, complete with one-way mirrors and glimmering light ceilings. At the Mount Street boutique, the new Christian Louboutin library allows customers to enjoy some of his vintage designs as well as browse the current collection with the help of a private sales assistant. Fashionistas are encouraged to bring the outfit for which they want matching shoes and clutches to the store, and the room also doubles up as a space where clients can inspect Louboutin's most popular shoes and fabrics to create their own bespoke pair.
Let’s shoe shop!
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We are loving the L.K.Bennett new season Layla Tote. A statement piece with its rich satin lining and intricate leather pleating. Available in purple, red and black.
L.K.Bennette, Layla Tote, £260. Buy Now.
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See By Chloe Strikes Gold
This gold scalloped dress from See by Chloe will a great party dress for next season. With its tiers and metallic shades, there is little need for accessorising, but a tux jacket or blazer will complete the look of this edgy dress.
See by Chloe, Gold Scalloped Dress, £580. Buy Now.
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The Brit-loving collections continue. Chanel’s Peter Philips, Global Creative Director of Chanel makeup, has designed a unique London Madness Collection. The London Madness Collection Palette, consists of a London Madness Palette, a siren red lipstick; Rouge Allure Enthusiast, and is completed by the limited edition nail varnish Le Vernis Enthusiast. |
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Charity Choos
Jimmy Choo has joined forces with the Elton John Aids Foundation to launch Project PEP. A capsule collection of accessories and shoes, from which twenty-five per cent of net sales will be donated to the funding of the Simelela Rape Centre in Cape Town, the limited edition collection will be available in Jimmy Choo stores worldwide from November. Get ahead of the fashion game and put your name on the waiting list, which opens from September 1. |
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Chanel’s Latest Tweed
Although necklaces are making the statement for spring/summer 2009, by the time autumn/winter 2009-10 sets in, you're eye won't help but be caught by the charms of Chanel's tweed bracelets. The ultimate accessory, wear to anchor the cuffs of everything from frilled shirts layered with blazers to the sleeves of a simple roll neck in an Audrey Hepburn kind of way. |
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Bohinc’s Florals
If the Chelsea Flower Show is not your thing, but you like the idea of flowers then instead head for Lara Bohinc. She has created a ring that will satisfy your floral leanings without a single cut stem in sight. Made from brilliant gold as part of Bohinc's Sleeping Beauty collection, the ring marks the occasion of this great British institution. |
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Manolo Heaven
The arrival of Manolo Blahnik's supposedly mythical shoe to London this week |
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YSL’s Caged Power Sandals
Yves Saint Laurent's blue leather cage sandals take spring's architectural heels to new style heights. They are the definitive shoes of the season and will lift even the simplest LBD. |
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Prada’s Got Bags of Colour
As summer approaches travel is on all our minds and with it the problems of appropriate but chic luggage. Conveniently Prada is on hand with a brand new travel accessories collection which, whilst sturdy and practical, are both colourful and covetable too.
The range, including trolley cases, briefcases and holdalls, are created in saffiano; a signature Prada material which is known for its durability and consistent appearance. In royal blue, indigo, berry, tan, white, chocolate, mustard and ruby amongst others, the cases are destined to complement your holiday wardrobe, although the shapes are a little more traditional, having been sourced from the Prada archives.
The travel accessories collection is available from selected Prada stores worldwide including Old Bond Street in London from mid May. |
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Shoe Designer du jour - Camilla Skovgaard
Timeless cut out boot by Camilla Skovgaard. As seen on Halle Berry on 'The Tonight Show'.
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Luxe Leggings
Far from being a passing trend, leggings have instead become a staple and Fashionistas are loving these luxe Les Chiffioners leggings. These grey suede pair, may seem a tad pricey, but they are extremely flattering and will seem like money well spent when you realise just how much time they spend on your pins. |
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Purple Python Clutch Me
A London-based accessories label is all about original design in super-luxe finishes. This purple python envelope clutch is a perfect accessory for those wanting a bit of colour blocking. |
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Join The Chain Gang
We are loving this Marc Jacobs new season handbag. With its chain handle, traditional woven design and block blue colour, it’s simply divine.
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Bag One While You Can
Timeless elegance, high fashion covetability, and room for all your junk is what you will find in the Louis Vuitton printed canvas Damier Neverfull bag. For six weeks the bag will only retail in Selfridges Oxford Street and Manchester.
The Damier square-printed canvas was originally launched in the 19th Century - and the classic Neverfull shape has most recently been relaunched as part of the acclaimed Stephen Sprouse for Louis Vuitton collection. Louis Vuitton relaunched the Damier canvas in 1996 - in a complete collection of bags and small leather goods - and the print has proved popular ever since; being further developed under Marc Jacobs' design directorship.
The bag is available in three sizes priced from £380 to £430 and a selection of small leather goods will also be available as part of the collection. |
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Ossie Clark, Celest Floral Wide Leg Jumpsuit
It’s one of summer’s hippest buys and we are loving this retro flavour by Ossie Clark. You are guaranteed centre stage with this silk floral jumpsuit. |
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Name Check
What's better than a Louis Vuitton monogram bag? A Louis Vuitton bag with your own monogram on it. That's the thinking behind the house's Mon Monogram service. The company has been allowing customers to personalize luggage and smaller items like wallets for a while, but you can now put your initials on its signature Speedy 30 or Keepall Bandoulière 55 bags. And because the canvas is given a special coating after your logo has been painted on, there's no danger of ever losing your good name. |
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Prada Wellington Boots
If wellington boots were ever going to be made truly chic it was going to be by none other than Miuccia Prada - the designer adept at making anything and everything cool. This weekend she teamed them with belted tunics and trench coats, plunging V-neck dresses and huge tweed knickers. While the thigh-high waders might be a bit much for some, the red knee-high versions with woolly warm socks worn underneath provide a more practical option. |
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Yves Saint Laurent Jumpsuit
Any reservations we may have held towards the onesie instantly dissolved when we laid eyes on this stunning YSL jumpsuit. With its chic corseted bust, velvet bow belt and tailored legs, this is It-piece of the season. Whether worn with towering heels and a cropped jacket for evening or a formal flat for day, this versatile one piece is well worth the investment. |
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McQueen’s In The Pink
The Elvie Tote in shocking pink by Alexander McQueen is the ultimate handbag for summer. We know the sunshine isn’t here yet but be prepared and get one now, its so gorgeous its guaranteed to get you out of the winter blues. |
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Arm Candy
Not just any old candy, forget Cadbury we’re talking Godiva! Send your fashion credential soaring with this Monogram Kalahari PM, its quite possible one of Marc Jacobs greatest creations for Louis Vuitton. |
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Moët and Chandon Love Box £60
Moët & Chandon are getting playful for Valentine’s Day with a beautiful coffret gift box containing all the items needed to ensure lovers can celebrate the most romantic day of the year.
The coffret, designed especially to encase Moët Rosé Impérial, is in the shape of an exquisite book. In addition to the Moët Rosé, the coffret contains special games which heightens the magic of seduction and adds an air of mischievousness to proceedings.
The Book of Seduction is a tribute to one of Moët & Chandon’s first ambassadors, Madame de Pompadour, who triumphed in the complex games of intrigue and romance at the 18th Century Court of Versailles.
The beautiful book is carefully lined with a Toile de Jouy, fabric traditionally printed with scenes presenting the ways of life in the 18th Century. Moët & Chandon’s Toile de Jouy has been designed with a subtle, modern twist, drawing upon the themes of celebration and seduction.
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Anthropologie to launch in London
Anthropologie, the cult store fashion editors make a beeline for when in New York for the shows, is to launch here in the UK.
The big sister to Urban Oufitters, think the same shopping experience - lots of designers and a hip boutique-within-a store feel - but with a touch older, less street style pitch and great homewares for the nester in you.
Two London stores from the US company are set to open, a flagship on Regent's Street and another venue on the King's Road, which will take over the old, legendary Antiquarius store.
Anthropologie is a great place to pick up cosy knits and quirky cool dresses, like this one, and if you can't wait until end of this year, when the stores are set to open, you can shop their so little-known it's almost a secret online store, with pieces arranged into outfits for inspiration, and helpfully the option to purchase in good old British sterling too.
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Valentino Haute Couture Bag
Valentino’s couture handbags can only be described as works of art. This handmade gem, made of gorgeous peacock feathers with signature Valentino Haute Couture embellishments, is an object to be adored, cherished and enjoyed for a lifetime.
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Statement Shoe
There is nothing more exciting than seeing the new Spring/Summer collection in stores for the first time. These devive frill-adored creations from Loewe S/S09 shoes are guaranteed to get your hearts racing. Inspired by the heritage of the brand, as well as a book of images found by Loewe’s creative director Stuart Vevers depicting the famous Paris Palais nightclub. |
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Bag Lady
Struggling with those new years resolutions and in desperate need of encouragement? Well look no further, help is here in the form of the new Louis Vuitton Stephen Sprouse Speedy Bag. Think of all those pennies you’ve saved by going out less or quitting smoking? Meaning you can now afford this little beauty. Hurrah! |
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