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Wishlist item | A/W Knitwear edition
It’s September! And it’s time to put away those Summer shorts and dig out the warm winter knitwear. Here I’ve picked out some I wish I was snuggling up in this Autumn.
1. Ralph Lauren Poncho: I’ve said before on my blog that ponchos have definitely made a comeback this Autumn. They’re in every high street store in all sorts of Incan prints. I love colours of this Ralph Lauren one, it’s all so Autumnal.
2. JCrew Sweater: Who says you have to pack away the bright colours in Winter? I love the pop of orange in this J Crew cardigan.
3. Jack Wills Sweater: My go-to store for everything English prep, Jack Wills, have got their quintessential cable knit jumpers in again this A/W. There’s something so simple and chic about a cream cable knit with a pair of jeans in the Autumn.
4. TopShop Tweet Jacket: From English prep to Parisian chic, I love this tweed Chanel-esque jacket from TopShop. You could wear it casually or to add a little ooh-la-la to an LBD.
5. Maison Martin cardigan: A definite investment piece, this simple button-down cardigan will see you through A/W for years to come. And can also come in handy during cold Summer nights.
Ria Xx
September 7, 2011
DIY #2 | T-Shirt to Knotted Tank Top
I had a major wardrobe clear-out about a week ago and now have a pile of things I need to fix or turn into something else.

This t-shirt will probably be the first of many that will get turned into a tank top.

Here’s how I did it.
1. Take your t-shirt and down the sides from the top of the sleeve. How far down you go will depend on how you want to wear the tank top, I wanted to wear it with another vest top underneath so mine reaches down past my ribs. Make sure you do not cut too far towards the bottom of the shirt though, otherwise you’ll have little material at the bottom to hold the shirt together like a tank top.
2. Lower the neckline of the t-shirt, making sure you only cut the front neckline then save this piece for later. You can stretch the fabric for a ‘drape’ neckline effect.
3. Turn the t-shirt over and cut a ‘V’ shape into the back of the neckline. How big this neckline is depended on how thin you want the straps, but preferably keep them thick to make the next stage easier.
4. Take the spare neck piece from Stage 2 and place it under the ‘V’ neck area.
5. Gather the material from both sides of the back of the t-shirt; then using the neckpiece, tie a tight knot at the base of the ‘V’. This will create the knotted back.
6. Cut off excess fabric in the knot, if you want it to be more secure you can sew the knot to the t-shirt.
7. Tidy up and cut off any excess fabric, adjust the knot to suit your taste. And there you go!
Ria Xx
August 24, 2011
Growing up…you’re doing it right | Chloe Moretz

Chloe Grace Moretz. Remember that name people because I have a feeling we’ll be seeing a lot more of this young lady in the future.

Why am I mentioning her now?

Well, I was browsing through my usual fashion blogs and websites for the latest red carpet looks and came across Miss Moretz in the gorgeous Christopher Kane ensemble. She looked stylish, very chic and most importantly age appropriate. In a world where girls are so desperate to look older than they are it’s great to see someone like Chloe, at the age of 14, managing to grab my attention without shaking her thang in next to nothing. But that doesn’t mean she’s stiff when it comes to fashion.

From a pink Chanel number at the BAFTA’s, to an edgy Burberry look. Chloe never pushes herself to look to mature with her styling.

She’s even proved how versatile she could be in many a fashion editorial. If acting doesn’t work out for her she could definitely model.

Best Coast Our Deal Official Music Video by Flixgr

Also, check her out in Best Coast’s music video (directed by Drew Barrymore)

Like I said before, remember her name.

Well done Chloe, you give me hope for the future generation of fashionable celebs.

Ria Xx

August 17, 2011