Rihanna influenced by All Saints?

What's this? Rihanna in camouflage combat trousers and a denim jacket? My first thought when I saw this image was All Saints. And I'm not talking about All Saints clothing - I'm talking about the girl band All Saints.



If you're not sure who I'm talking about (I don't know if they were ever famous outside the UK) All Saints were 90's a four-piece girl band who basically wore a lot of combat trousers, denim jackets and crop tops. At the time they were very cool. Here they are singing Under the Bridge in some rather ugly clothes.



Though I would never go out dressed like Rihanna it's kind of nice to see someone look so 90's. It reminds me of my childhood and makes me want to drag out all those embarrassing photos from the era of the baggy combat trouser - I seem to remember owning a very noisy plastic-y pair. Gross.
What do you think of Rihanna's look? Way too 90's or a bit of fun?

image from celebrity-gossip.net

Topshop Blogging Workshop

Friday the 19th of February is a pretty important day. Not only will we finally find out who killed Archie Mitchell in Eastenders (my money is on Peggy) London Fashion Week also kicks off. Those of you who have been into Topshop recently may have picked up their Spring/Summer magazine, and know what's going on over LFW, but if not I'll fill you in on the news.
On Tuesday the 23rd myself, Disney Roller Girl and Oh Elle will all be in the Flagship store on Oxford Street for a blogging workshop. If you're interested in starting a blog and want some tips, already have a blog and would like some advice on how to get a following or just want to come and say hello and have a chat about pretty clothes (and a possible gossip about who killed Archie) pop by. We'll be on the lower ground floor from 12-7pm.



While you're there there's a host of other fabulous things happening in store across LFW. Ella's Bakehouse is setting up a pop-up shop in store for the week - I personally cannot resist a good cupcake. TOMS will be hosting a creative workshop on Sunday the 21st and Monday the 22nd which Erin Wasson fans should check out, as she is expected to be helping with customisation. A selection of A/W shows will also be streamed live in store, WAH nails has opened a pop-up salon and anyone who spends £80 or more will pick up a free gift, which include manicures at WAH and Topshop gift cards.
So if you're in the area on the 23rd come along and say hi, I'd love to meet some readers.

image from Toopshop S/S 10 Lookbook

NYC: Marc Jacobs

It is a well known fact that I am a Marc Jacobs groupie. It's a bit lame, but I'm just obsessed. I liked his S/S 2010 collection, but it took me a while to really 'get' it. Normally it's love at first sight but I really had to work at it for S/S.
This season everything is back to normal again; I knew I loved the A/W 2010 collection after the very first glimpse. There are so many pieces I would love to get my hands on, especially the monochrome dress second left and the mannish grey suit - so sexy, but I'd probably never have the guts to wear a full on suit.







This is easily my favourite collection of the season so far. And it will definitely be up in my top ten when fashion week is over. Do you love it too?

images from catwalking via thefashionspot.com

Kate Moss for Longchamp

It is slightly ironic that we're in the middle of New York Fashion Week and both of today's posts have been about celebrities designing. I promise that tomorrow will bring real designers designing and real celebrities acting like celebrities. But for now why don't we take at look at Kate Moss' handbag collection for French accessories brand, Longchamp?



Kate Moss always carries enviable handbags, and her collection is rather yummy. My favourite piece is the grey bag [top image], but then I adore grey so that was pretty predictable. The collection is available in Selfridges London, Longchamp boutiques worldwide and on www.Longchamp.com.

What do you think of the collection?

NYC: Victoria Beckham

I’ve been a Victoria Beckham fan since the first time I saw her, dancing (and pouting) away on Top of the Pops. But I was sceptical when she announced she would start designing, and would show her collections seasonally at New York Fashion Week. But four collections in and I think it was her best move ever - apart from marrying David, of course.
Yes, I am sure she has help putting the collections together. I’m sure it is a lot of help. But it is very clear that Victoria knows her fashion, and her collections are all about her vision. You can picture her in every single dress she creates.



For A/W 2010 her vision remains same: the collection is made up of dresses only (26), which range from well-tailored Mouret-esque styles to floor-sweeping bias-cut numbers. My personal favourite was the LBD with the nipped in waist and A-line skirt. It’s a classic Posh Spice look, and worn with the aqua pumps (I want, I need) it looks timelessly chic.



So far this is my favourite Victoria Beckham collection, and I’m actually excited to see what she produces in the years to come. I won’t call her a designer yet, but she’s getting closer.
How do you feel about her designs? Has she won you over yet?

images from style.com

Hit and Miss of the Week: Valentine's Day

Earlier in the week the LA premiere of Valentine's Day took place. This is not a movie I plan to go and see, but I was looking forward to the premiere as there are a lot of actresses in this film - and at least four are styled by Rachel Zoe.
Jessica Alba was the biggest disappointment of the night. She looked fabulous in the green Proenza Schouler dress, but her messy hair let the look down. And the other Jessica looked fabulous in her Oscar de la Renta, but completely inappropriate for a LA premiere. The true masters of the red carpet were those with the most experience: Demi Moore and Anne Hathaway. Both looked sophisticated and understated.








images from thefashionspot.com, justjared.buzznet.com and celebrity-gossip.net

NYC: Preen & Jason Wu

I have never liked turtlenecks. It’s the tightness I hate, I always feel like I’m being strangled, and will therefore spend the entire time pulling the neckline away from myself if I wear one. Not really a good look.
But I better start practising because The Preen A/W 10 collection was bursting with turtlenecks that just looked beyond chic.


Justin Thornton and Thea Bregazzi always produce beautiful collections that I obsess over, and this season they moved away from their trademark body-con dress (I’m OK with it, after all, it had got a little Lindsay Lohan) and moved into more grown-up territory. Turtlenecks are very grown-up.
My favorite pieces were the cut-out dresses, which exposed just a little flesh under the bust and at the back and the mannish jacket worn belted around the waist by Anja Rubik.


While Preen lacked any major dress-porn Jason Wu was luckily showing on the same day. Romantic dresses are what he does best, and I'm still in love with his S/S 2010 collection. He had evening dresses for almost everyone, whether it was the full-skirted Carrie Bradshaw-esque number, the adorable white lace trapeze dress or the flirty pink-feathered mini.



The “A/W” aspect of the collection came in the form of checked wool coats (I love the green one) and scarves worn over silk dresses, which was a little odd. As far as I’m concerned, Jason Wu’s strength is pretty dresses, and if I was a celebrity about to go on a promotional tour I would definitely look to his collection.


Which collections have you liked so far?

images from style.com