Tag: Spring 2013

  • Wishlist Item(s) | Barbour’s Classic Jackets

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    Now that the snow seems to have cleared from our shores until next Winter (knock on wood), Spring is officially here! Though the sun did make a rather dazzling appearance for a few days, it seems like the inevitable April Showers and slightly colder temperatures have landed on our doorstep again. Even when the sun does shine, it’s still not quite warm enough to venture out without a coat. My solution…lust over some gorgeous, yet practical jackets courtesy of Barbour*.

    Having mooned over Barbour’s* jackets when I visited their outlet store in Gunwarf Quays over Easter, I think it’s fair to say I’m a little obsessed. The brand have come a long way since the classic woodland greens and browns, so I’m personally lusting over the Vintage Beadnell Jacket and Pearl Vintage styles (both above) . That being said there’s definitely nothing wrong with Barbour’s* traditional wax jacket style.

    I’ve spotted some high street versions of the quilted jacket style, but I think in this case the price tag equates to quality for these beauties….well that’s my justification. These remain on the wishlist for now.
    R.xoxo
  • Wishlist Item(s) | The Optimistic Spring Edit

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    Because no one likes the rain and the weather forcast for the weekend looks a little promising, I’m bringing you some lovely, fresh and feminine wishlist items in the vain hope that Mother Nature will get her act together and give us some consistent sunshine to wear these in!

    Keep on wishing…
    R.xoxo
  • Mad [Wo]Men | A twist on lady like style for SS 2013

    SS13 Mad Women header Fashion comes and goes but there are sometimes occasions when designers decide to shake things up a bit. Take three of my favourite collections from across the fashion weeks, Temperley London, Vivienne Westwood Red Label and Holly Fulton. All three designers took on the classic ‘lady-like’ trend that tends to roll around every few seasons. 
    But this time they did it with a twist.
    The lovely ladies presented on the runways showcased some of the typical features of this trend, pretty mid length skirts, button down shirts, and clothes that leave you with a sense of nostalgia. But the looks were slightly skewed. 
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    Peek-a-book panels were twisted and presented against a mismatch of garish prints, with no outfit felt completely put together but in a good way. Shirts and blouses were loose, lazily hanging off shoulders at Vivienne Westwood; lazer cut lace detailing hinted at bodies underneath the demure dresses at Temperley; and Holly Fulton pulled out a brave set of colours, shapes and sheer.
    Think granny chic your granny wouldn’t be dare wear. Think housewife gone mad.
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    Even the beauty details were bold, fresh and youthful. With splashes of blue eyes and coral lips, all topped off with a variety of ‘old school’ do’s, backcombed and brushed to messy perfection. 

    So what do you guys think? Are you on board with this slightly off kilter look?

    [All images via Style: view Vivienne Westwood, Temperley and Holly Fulton‘s collections by clicking the links]

    Keep on wishing…
    R.xoxo