Fashion
This summer, express yourself
Uccelli Jewellery is a London based company established by Paula Boyle, designer and maker. The aim of Uccelli is to create one of-a-kind, beautiful trademark pieces with a bold, distinctive style. Uccelli jewellery is for women who are unafraid to express themselves.
Tonic recharged
Tonic, the independent, ethical fashion label are re-launching their website, introducing new colourways and fresh designs. They are showcasing their brand new hero product, the ‘BRUCIE’ t-shirt, following the nation’s efforts to get the UK’s ‘national institution’ knighted.
Old school glamour
Georgina Harley-Smith’s amazing new Spring/Summer 2008 collection was a hit during September’s London Fashion Week, in which a crowd of fashionistas were treated to a show of bold and beautiful clothes that truly accentuate the body. In this collection Georgina has combined influences from the old school late 80s and early 90s ‘soul’ zeitgeist with her glamorous signature style.
One icon inspired by another
A 50th birthday is one worth celebrating and legendary shoe brand Hush Puppies is doing so in style this year by partnering with two distinguished celebrity stylists to create its first ever Guest Designer Series; a collection of men’s and women’s shoes that reflect fashions of the past and embrace styles of the future.
Step on it for summer
With summer fast approaching, now is the time to invest in some quality shoes that will walk you through the season beginning to end, that don’t forfeit on fashion. This summer you don’t have to spend a small fortune to get quality shoes that are in keeping with the latest fashion trends as Hush Puppies has designed a fantastic spring/ summer range that has something for everyone.
Vans release Johnny Ramone collaboration
Vans are paying homage to the roots of punk with their Johnny Ramone Collection for Spring 08. As the legendary Ramones guitar player, Johnny’s fast and furious guitar work laid down the foundation of all punk to come and influenced many of today’s top artists. It was a natural progression for Vans to pay homage to Johnny Ramone with a collection which includes a t-shirt with a classic concert shot and The Ramone’s presidential seal on the back, and a Johnny Ramone stone washed grey super skinny jean.
Jenny Packham wins Best British Bridal Designer
Jenny Packham has won Best British Bridal Designer at Bridal Buyer Awards, a key event in the bridal industry’s calendar that celebrates excellence in bridal retail, design, and manufacturing, which took place in Harrogate International Centre on 10 March 2008. The awards have grown significantly in the past year, with over 500 attendees compared to last year’s 300.
A flashback of feminine style
A 50th birthday is one worth celebrating and legendary shoe brand Hush Puppies is doing so in style this year by partnering with two distinguished celebrity stylists to create its first ever Guest Designer Series; a collection of men’s and women’s shoes that reflect fashions of the past and embrace styles of the future.
Sustainable jewellery from LeJu
LeJu, London’s stylishly sustainable jewellery label has lots of new eco-friendly designer pieces on hand. The ‘Pavonia’ necklace features interwoven hoops of LeJu’s colourful vegetable ivory pulled together with bright ribbons.
Introducing style in the city
Style in the City is an über-chic new fashion and beauty event taking place in Birmingham from 3rd to 6th April. Combining glamour, treats, entertainment and retail indulgence, it involves some of the hottest names in the fashion world.
Zenggi – Where bohemian chic meets Italian elegance
Fashion designer Marian Wigger was inspired by the ‘comfort culture’ of the Italian Riviera for the Spring Summer ’08 collection. Femininity and comfort are the two all over key elements for the Zenggi line.
Control your assets
Girls, it’s time to take control of your assets – and make the most of them – as we’re always being urged to do! How better to get a grip on a great new slimline silhouette with no lumps or bumps this summer than with the new range of Lightweight Figure Control shapewear from the specialist mail order lingerie and thermal products company, Bella di Notte (belladinotte.com)?
High heels causing havoc for party girls
New research released by footwear company Redfoot APS has revealed that over 70% of the UK’s party girls are ending their nights out early because of the killer stiletto.
Spoil yourself with some funky beach essentials
After many gloomy winter months, you may need a little extra help to look drop dead gorgeous this summer. Log on to Spoiledbrat.co.uk and discover this year's unconventional make up kits from Pupa and stylish accessories from Paul Frank to be the ultimate beach queen.
Nell McAndrew is the new body of Adore Moi
Adore Moi have announced celebrity model and mum, Nell McAndrew, as the new Face and Body of Adore Moi. Nell replaces former Adore Moi model Kimberly Stewart. Spoil yourself with Adore Moi, exclusively available at Debenhams stores Nationwide. This season’s ranges include classic pretty bras with sophisticated finishes, stylish satin ivory basques with suspenders and feminine lace in fresh tones. Indulge yourself in sexy, sophisticated lingerie this spring.