Some collections are just unforgettable. Prada SS08, Alaïa and Gaultier AW86, Dolce & Gabbana AW13… I spend a lot of time trying to track down pieces from collections like that on eBay, Vestiaire Collective and anywhere else bargains can be had. Now the reason the Dolce & Gabbana collection is such a favourite of mine…
Beyoncé and Philip Green have given us a sneak preview (well, as sneaky as it’s possible to get when got a global publicity campaign behind it) of the new Beyoncé Ivy Park athleisure line. The big names in sports may be aggressively targeting the female consumer and female-focused brand like Lululemon may be enjoying a…
Mango has released more of the images from its New Metallics monthly ultra-fast fashion micro collection and it’s something of a relief to see that the retailer isn’t expecting us to walk around in head-to-toe silver.
I’ve always been against ‘novelty’ bags, finding them faintly ridiculous. But walking up Regent Street a few days ago, I changed my mind. I spotted the Kate Spade fairground carousel bag in a store window. Then later that day, reviewing Topshop’s Art School Cool pieces with some great floral bags, it struck me how boring the handbag…
The Bardot top was big news on the SS16 runways and crept into the high street offer as early as party season 2015. It’s set to hit big for warm weather deliveries over the next few months as part of a general trend for shoulder-baring tops. Come sunnier weather and you won’t be able to move…
As the 70%-off signs start to come down, the SS16 collections are finally starting to drop in-store. But with snow (or at least chilly weather) still potentially on the horizon for those of us in many parts of the world, it’s not true spring/summer yet. This is the time when transitional product rules, something I,…
The bib-and-brace dress is set to make major trend waves next spring so it’s no surprise that one of the most forward looking retailers, & Other Stories, is the first big name to be acting on the trend. It’s come up with a winner with this black leather version. It gives a luxe edge to a key item that may be utility-focused, but…
My wishlists are usually never-to-be-achieved collections of Belstaff, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Céline and the like. But my latest object of desire is a (relatively) affordable dress from Cos. It’s an £89 new-in piece that’s striking in its simplicity, even if it’s not overloaded with hanger appeal. The company lets the metallic sheen (achieved by…
It’s been a long time coming but the plus-size sector is finally seeing more real fashion launches (rather than product that gives a nod to trends but is more about the sizing than the style). The latest launch is from fast-growing specialist retailer Torrid, with its Insider Collection. This limited edition capsule collection launches today.…
What’s the biggest problem with ‘wearable’ technology? No, not the tech. It’s just not as wearable as it likes to think, especially when it comes to selling it to women. You may be able to convince men something’s cool just because it’s got Bluetooth (yes, I know that statement was outrageously sexist and stereotypes half…
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