Styled To Rock

                                 

                               

Recently Styled to Rock, basically Project Catwalk with a bit more fierceness to it had its debut. After just two episode's I can well and truely say I'm hooked. Everyone who knows me knows I LOVE RIHANNA! Like borderline stalker obsessed but this isn't the only reason I'm hooked, some the garments these designers create are amazing ! Especially considering most of them are still studying or taught themselves how to sew. Its definitely a must watch, it allows you to understand celebrity clients such as the Rizzle Kicks, Pixie Lott etc. Every episode is totally different to the last making it more and more interesting. 

The judges on the show are perfect for it; Henry Holland Head Designer at House of Holland, Nicola Roberts from Girls Aloud, Stylist to Rihanna Lysa Cooper all have different styles and tastes and all bring something to the table. Nicola is able to understand the needs of celebrity clientèle, Henry understands how demanding and stressful it is as a designer as well as the importance of time management and Lysa clearly understands how little key touches and changes to an outfit can make a world of difference. 

If you're interested in fashion, as a career or just in general I would seriously recommend this show. 

Its on Sky Living Tuesdays at 9pm. 

Fifty Shades Trilogy.

                                  

 I'm pretty sure you've seen tons on women on the tube or bus reading Fifty shades of grey, Fifty Shades Darker or Fifty Shades Freed. When I first heard about the book I was a bit unsure as to whether to read it or not, but when I had 5+ of my friends telling me I must read it - I thought what have I got to lose eh ? I started reading the first one & I couldn't put it down, I just had to know what was going to happen next. It was as if I was watching a series of a TV show - it was that descriptive. 

The description is so intense ( especially in the sexual scenes) it causes your mind to run wild. I read all 3 in the space if a week. If you're looking for a book that will make you delve into a whole other world - then this is it !

I cannot wait for the film to be released - hopefully its sometime soon. :)

I wonder if there are any real Christian Grey's out there ? Hopefully there are, but just not as messed up as Mr Grey lol.

Met Gala 2012.

From simple sleek styles to long embellished trains fashion craft was at it's peak at last nights Costume Institute gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (aka: the MET Ball) celebrities,designers, musicians, actors all put on their 'Sunday Best'. Some of the dresses left me in awe, whereas some well lets just say I kept asking myself  'What were they thinking ? 

Solange as usual was wearing something unsuprisingly eye-catching garment. Last night she appeared at the gala on the arm of designer Rachel Roy. What a coincidence - I had just recently blogged about peplums and look at what Solange is wearing ! She wore the hottest trend of Spring 2012 in such a sophisticated and elegant manor.  The dress fitted her to the T, showing her womanly figure in the best way possible.

She matched the bright yellow dress with a tribal style cuff, a glittery gold clutch and gold rings.

I love it, not everyone could have pulled off this look but Solange rocked it well. 

Anyone who knows me well knows how much I love Rihanna. So of course her outfit was the one I most wanted to see & if I'm honest I was left thinking 'Oh is that it'. Even though the dress is a stunning creation by Tom Ford the crocodile like skin detailing is amazing along with the sexy cut out back. BUT I was expecting something more WOW from Rihanna. I do like the outfit but I definitely expected more from Rihanna. Simple is not something I often associate with Rihanna.

My favourite looks of the night

Peplums.

Hiya guys, I'm actually ashamed that I haven't blogged in ages but life's been hectic atm & I don't have time for anything - not even sleep literally lol. Anyway enough of my excuses, let's talk fashion :D.

Who would have thought it eh ?! A 90's revival of Peplums. They have surfaced as on the top Spring 2012 trends. Every high street store, on every red carpet & in every magazine you'll see the current trend of peplums. This silloutte hugging must have can instantly making your waist look inches smaller. Hearing Peplums & you probably almost instantly think dresses, well you're wrong peplums are available in skirts, tops, jackets as well as dresses. This makes the trend accessible to everyone of all ages & body types. It does not get any better than that.  

The thing I love most about this trend is the fact that not all peplums are the same, there are various styles that appeal to different people. 

I for one love it!

Pastels.

The wait is finally over, we can day bye bye to our winter jackets & hello to floral prints & denim shorts. Spring has finally arrived !! AMEN !! Mint green, lemon sorbet, & pastel blue just saying those colours make me smile. The great thing about pastels is that they suit every skin tone. They provide a plain/bland outfit with that sassy edge. I love it. 

Ralph Lauren 2012 Spring Fashion Show.

The pastel trend can be seen from the catwalk to the high street & is definitely a must have in your spring 2012 wardrobe. The likes of Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger & many others all used pastels as their colour palette for their Spring 2012 fashion shows.

Dip Dye Mania.

The dip dye trend has taken over the streets of London... everywhere I go I see a handful of girls in these shorts. Unsurprisingly on the high street they retail for about £30+. I thought to myself why pay that amount when I have everything I need to make a similar pair of shorts at home... so that is exactly what I did.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
- an old pair of jeans
- nail file or sand paper
- scissors
- bucket or bowl
- some water
- bleach

STEP ONE:
Mark & cut the jeans to the desired length

STEP TWO:
Roughen the edges of the shorts by rubbing the nail file or sand paper back & forth against the shorts ( the same way you would file your nails)

STEP THREE:

Create rips in the shorts by getting a small section cutting it and then rubbing the nail file over the section you have just cut.

STEP FOUR:
Once you have made the shorts look the way you wish, pour some water into the bowl/bucket fill up about 1/4 of the way ( depending on how big it is) fill with some bleach

STEP FIVE:
Tie the shorts in the centre using an elastic band or some rope & place in the diluted bleach

BEFORE:  

 AFTER:                                          

KW by Kanye West at Paris FW - Round 2.

Remember a couple months ago Kanye West launched his clothing like KW by Kanye West & it was well... basically a diaster, well he's come back again STRONGER ! I must say I think that criticism helped him a hell of a lot. Comparing this W/A collection with the previous collection and you can instantly see the improvement. However one thing I must say is, the fashion Kanye & the Kanye we all know & have grown to love are two totally different people. I'm still anticapting the moment that Kanye finds his voice in fashion. One thing I'm certain about is that he is not putting 100% Kanye into his clothing line. Perhaps he's worried about the criticism he'll receive if he does - who knows ?! However when he does put in 100% I'm sure the industry experts will be shocked yet pleased at the same time.

Accessories from Kanye West's fall/winter 2012 Paris Fashion Week show.

Kanye the fashion newbie is safe, whereas the usual Kanye is so bold and has the idgaf attitude - am I the only one that wants to see this in his clothing line ?! I'm sure I'm right in saying that the criticism from the previous show knocked his confidence a bit.

But one thing I do love about this collection are the shapes, patterns and textures incorporated.The way in which the pieces have been put together show that a lot more thought has gone into the process.

For me this definitely deserves a thumbs up - well done 'Ye.

Rest In Peace Whitney Houston

I woke up this morning, went onto Twitter & checked my Blackberry as I usually do & I see some dreadful news floating around my updates and on my timeline on Twitter. I'm hoping this is a dream... sadly its not. Whitney Houston a highly adored pop singer died on Saturday night. No-one knows the real COD (Cause of Death) but there is a lot of speculation, most of it being around suicide. I don't care that she was a drug addict, she was still someone I adored - her talent was amazing and put it to good use. No-one is perfect and who am I to judge someone else, I'm not God and neither are you. She had such grace, elegance and style - she was an icon to many & hopefully will continue to be.


I think its so sad that people are only appreciated and their talent recognised once they are no longer with us. I for one want to be recognised whilst i'm alive !

Rest In Peace Whitney

Gone But Never Forgotten