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Into the blue….

My obsession with azure sparkle continues, whilst looking for a shoe that had a bit of glamour but could last through to Autumn, as well as being flat for running round London Fashion Week.

How beautiful are these Miu Miu flats,  practical and pretty….

Statement Jewellery Continued via Rodrigo Otazu

As you may have guessed by now I am a huuuuuuge fan of statement jewels.

I first fell in love with Rodrigo Otazu jewellery over eight years ago when i stocked it in my own Boutique in Cardiff. A hit with my glamorous Welsh clients, I knew every delievery would be a sell out.

Fast forward to two weeks ago, I was looking at statement pieces and I thought straight away, where is the brand that I fell for years before.

How it began..
Otazu’s designs first caught the attention of the fashion world when appearing in Australian Vogue in 1991. Ever since that editorial, Otazu jewelry has been loved by many international celebrities and fashionistas. The distinctive Otazu designs,  representing prêt-a-porter collections of the most deluxe fashion jewelry, created a signature style for the brand. Shortly after the launch of Otazu jewelry, Otazu Sterling Silver was introduced. The brand Otazu expanded even further with ground breaking couture collections and limited editions of show pieces. This resulted in creating a couture collection: ‘Rodrigo Otazu’.

Over the years Otazu has become a global brand owing to its faithful audience – stylish and distinctive women who are always on the lookout for the next marvelous design, women who enjoy their beauty and the attention they get by wearing Otazu designs. Otazu creations reflect and enhance the natural style and beauty of women all over the world. The different personalities are united in a common denominator – passion for fashion and need to express themselves. The urge to radiate and feel chemistry, to be seductive and elegant prompts the desire for statement Otazu

Sparkling collaborations
Over the years the Brand has collaborated with established designers like Christian La Croix, Clements Ribeiro, Emanuel Ungaro, Jean-Paul Gualtier and Thierry Mugler, adding another dimension to their work. On the catwalks, Otazu designs have been worn by international models like Lily Cole and Erin O’Conner, taking the breath of the audience by using the most spectacular themes and showing in most unique locations. The powerful statement of Otazu designs have also created a demand for custom made costumes for some of the world’s leading music artists – from Kylie Minogue, for whom Otazu created a special diamond piece in association with Gassan Diamonds, to Kelis, Lauren Hill, Aretha Franklin, Beyoncé, Britney Spears, Mariah Carey, Madonna, and last but not least, Lady Gaga.

From New York to L.A.

Forget about Red Roses this Valentines day…..

I have completely fallen for Los Angeles based CC Skye’s Rose gold collection of Jewellery and Accessories.

I suggest you “accidently” cut and paste this picture somewhere highly visable (or email me at stylust@me.com to order these!)

 

The New York Romance Continues…via Ascot

On the subject of my previous post, New York labels and my fabulous clients!

Last night, I spoke to some of the ladies who I work with and of course, the Ascot clients are already gearing up for the big week in June.

A big part of the Summer Season, Ascot stages 26 days of racing throughout the year, but the five-day Royal Meeting, held annually in June, is the most famous – a key date in the social calendar which combines venerable tradition with fashionable panache. Hordes of well-dressed racegoers descend on the Berkshire town.

Originally established to ensure privacy for members of the royal family, the Royal Enclosure dates back to the 1790s, when a separate Royal Stand was erected. The exclusive Royal Box, commissioned by George IV in 1822, was only accessible to guests brandishing a royal invitation. However, last year and this year I have been dressing the ladies of Ascot who have the privilaged ticket. (Unfortunately, not royals but still beautiful regardless).

The prestigious Gold Cup event is held on Ladies’ Day (Thursday), when women entering the Royal Enclosure must wear a hat that covers the ‘crown of their head’. Ladies’ Day at Royal Ascot can trace its roots back to 1823, when an anonymous poet described the Thursday of the Royal meeting as ‘Ladies’ Day… when the women, like angels, look sweetly divine.’

However angelic they may look, the outfits are a little bit more difficult than one would wish. As you can see by below, here are the latest rules:

• Dresses and skirts should be of modest length (falling just above the knee or longer).
• Dresses and tops should have straps of one inch or greater.
• Jackets and pashminas may be worn but dresses and tops underneath should still comply with the Royal Enclosure dress code.
• Trouser suits should be of full length and of matching material and colour.
• Hats should be worn; a headpiece which has a base of 4 inches (10cm) or more in diameter is acceptable as an alternative to a hat.

“Please note: Strapless, off the shoulder, halter neck, spaghetti straps and dresses with a strap of less than one inch (2.5cm) are not permitted. Midriffs must be covered. Fascinators are no longer permitted in the Royal Enclosure; neither are headpieces which do not have a base covering a sufficient area of the head (4 inches / 10cm). ”

So you can imagine in the height of summer this can be somewhat uncomfortable. So, bouyed by the recent beautiful images from across the Atlantic, I thought of my previous post and the beautiful pieces below.

On the subject of shoes….

By now you have probably guessed I’m a little obsessed with shoes. I’m no label snob, though . From New Look to Louboutin; I’m there.

However, as my client and I drifted through Selfridges on Friday last week, I was instant besotted with these cheeky wedges.

The lady I was with shall remain nameless for fear of appearing flippant ( I must add she is incredibly hard working!) Stated for all and sundary surrounding us;

“Go on, Buy them! they are a bargain” at that point I said “umm, pardon”

She said “Yes, look those ones over there are £2,500.00 these are £450.00!”

Needless to say, I did not take up her advice on economising… but they have now landed in my netaporter fantasy basket.

I will reach the check out one day….

 

Proenza Schouler my New York Romance

Ok, it’s Saturday morning….

Mr W and I are watching Suits, eating toast and drinking coffee, whilst I’m writing about about New York Fashion Week. Im not even going to make an excuse and say it’s research, however seeing Gina Torres dressed as Jessica Pearson partly inspired me and my mood board for a personal shopping client yesterday who works in the corperate world. (Plus watching suits is our latest obsession…. yes, i know we are 3 seasons behind  – believe me; as sad as it sounds I’d be quite happy to catch up all day on the sofa under a duvet.)

Anyway, I’m not being a lazy stylist i just LOVE tailoring. So of course, stepping away from the usual designers and I suggested a few key pieces from American labels, which brought us to accessories.

My client in question is a die hard Mulberry fan. So not to take her out of her comfort zone completely but add a new spin to her Del Ray lust (which isnt a bad thing!)

So Bring on my New York label love! (DRUM ROLL…….) Proenza Schouler.

I know it’s not a newcomer but the SS13 accesories are beyond gorgeous.

The womenswear and accessories brand founded in 2002 by designers Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez. The duo met while studying at Parson’s School of Design, collaborating on their senior thesis, which would eventually become their first collection as Proenza Schouler. Named after the designers’ mothers’ maiden names, the collection was bought in its entirety by Barneys New York.

Proenza Schouler is defined by its fusion of craftsmanship and attention to detail with a sense of refined ease. Inspiration drawn from contemporary art and youth culture is combined with an emphasis on tailoring and the use of custom developed fabrics.

Proenza Schouler has played an important role in reinvigorating American fashion. Awarded with the inaugural CFDA Vogue Fashion Fund award in 2004, the emerging brand was established as a leading talent in the industry. Three years later, Proenza Schouler was honored with the 2007 CFDA Womenswear Designer of the Year award.

In 2008, they launched their first handbag collection, including the PS1, a classic satchel that embodies a sense of wearable luxury that has become the brand’s signature.

So…. what did she choose? well, not the hologram version above ….but we had a compromise!

The perfect workday to weekend accessory!

New York Fashion Week Part 1

Clearly if you have seen my thinly veiled moan via twitter, I would like to be in New York right now (correction I WANT to be in New York right now).

So I thought, in the name of, umm, research I would lust after what is being shown over the next few days and paly fantasy shopping again (see previous posts for explaination).

Of course, there was the usual line up (all beautiful I may add) of Michael Kors, Calvin Klein etc… However there was Mathieu Mirano.

Born in New York, Mathieu Mirano attended the Huntington School of Fine Arts before studying at Parson’s School of Design in New York City. Mathieu launched his debut collection in 2011 through his inspired inventiveness and unique sense of fashion. He effectively utilized high levels of construction, craft and imagination.

Mathieu’s highly praised capsule collection prompted him to launch his eponymous spring collection in 2011. With a background in fine arts and classical piano, Mathieu is inspired by composers such as Camille Saint-Saëns and Philip Glass, as well as his extensive travels in Paris, Marseille, Geneva, Milan, London, Cairo, Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Calcutta.

Mathieu’s fall 2012 collection utilizes couture techniques and promises to attract wide attention from glamorous women. By combining his observations of colors, textures and fashionable women around the world with his dreamlike imagination, Mathieu has created a compelling fall collection through use of black leathers and dragon scale embroideries in combination with silk chiffons and organzas. His exposed zippers, claw studs and metal dragon heads and talons give a raw intensity to soft wools and furs.

The new fall collection’s dresses, coats, jackets, gowns, blouses, and pants combine style and color with detailed fabric layering, and promise to propel the Mathieu Mirano brand to the forefront of leading emerging designers in the luxury fashion landscape.

Patrizia Pepe 2013

 

Jolita Jewellery

 

Jolita Jewellery

– an independent jewellery label from London offers edgy one-of-a-kind pieces for men and women.

Based in London the company was established in summer 2008 by brother and sister (Algis Abromaitis and JolitaAbromaityte).

I still cant stop thinking about these beautiful pieces, they are a perfect reflection of SS13, yet they are timeless too.

Jolita Jewellery offers one-of-a-kind and limited edition pieces that are meticulously crafted with great focus on design. They value our customers’ desire of setting themselves apart hence only a handful of the designs are handcrafted in a limited edition. A mix of semi-precious and precious stones, Swarovski crystals, old coins, charms, cultured pearls, recycled and other materials incorporate a powerful message of individuality, strength and beauty.

 

Each piece in every collection is different and has a distinctive style. The uniqueness of the design will make sure that customers will maintain their individuality and stand out in a crowd. Apart from featured for sale items Jolita Jewellery also offers bespoke service, producing one-of-a-kind pieces handcrafted specifically to suit your needs.

However, in my opinion, each piece is bespoke, and the best thing is; even by only looking at their collection you feel their personality radiate from the beautiful colours and the sparkling gemstomes.

www.jolitajewellery.com