Katie's High Waisted Jeans

I know this outfit isn't going to be for everybody, but I think Katie Holmes looks pretty amazing in these high waisted jeans. Her legs are enviably long.

And just when I thought that the obsession with plaid shirts was finally coming to an end Katie goes and makes them look really wearable again. Maybe I should get mine out of storage...

What do you think of this look? Does Katie have her fashion mojo back or are these jeans your worst nightmare?

images from picapp.com

Anna Dello Russo and the Little Lace Dress

Anna Dello Russo, the fashion director at Vogue Nippon, is the kind of woman I'd like to be. Her style is totally fearless; quirky but in a sophisticated way. Occasionally when people try to make a statement with their clothes they end up looking cartoonish (see Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, and at times Rihanna and Victoria Beckham), but this never happens to ADR. She has that rare ability to wear insanely tricky clothes and look completely natural. When SJP is Carrie Bradshaw she has this gift too.



Anna Dello Russo is currently in Milan for the Menswear S/S 2011 collections and her look has mostly consisted of big Bridget Jones style knickers and lace Dolce & Gabbana dresses. I've never (knowingly) gone out flashing my pants, but I'm rather tempted to buy a little lace dress of my own and try this look out.
This is obviously a rather risky plan, as I don't have half the pizazz Anna does, but I think it's a fun look.

What do you think of the little lace dress? And which of Anna's lace looks was your favourite?

images from alltheprettybirds.blogspot.com and teampeterstigter.com

Net-A-Porter Sale: Best Under £150

I've always loved bagging a good bargain in the sales, but I think since the introduction of The Outnet my discount expectations have reached a new level. That's why when looking through the Net-A-Porter Summer Sale this morning I was being especially picky. After all, we know we can get discounted Marc Jacobs year round now at The Outnet, so those end-of-season sales have to be extra special.
After a good look through the Net-A-Porter sale I've put together my list of the eight best buys, all of which are under the £150 mark:


Halston Heritage bag £135 & Elizabeth and James top £70: These pieces would actually work really well together, but if you're just going for the one then I'd pair the Halston bag with an LBD for an evening and wear the Elizabeth and James top with a pair of cropped skinnies and sky-high sandals.


T by Alexander Wang dress £78 & 3.1 Phillip Lim bra and briefs each £46: I'm 80% sure I've seen Rihanna wearing this T by Alexander Wang dress, and if she hasn't then she should think about snapping it up quickly, it's so her. And though I'm not one of those girls who gets particularly excited over underwear this 3.1 Phillip Lim has caught my eye. I love the colour.


Rosa Cha shorts £90 & Markus Lupfer jumper £130: I adore these Rosa Cha shorts, if I was going on holiday this summer I would definitely buy these. And though they're very 'on trend' at the moment I think they'll work for years to come too. But as I won't have much use for shorts in the UK this Markus Lupfer jumper may be a better investment. I always love his designs.


Paul & Joe Sister dress £45 & Miu Miu headband £60: This Paul & Joe dress is a great buy if you love 1920's flapper dresses. Not only is it much cheaper than buying vintage from that era you also won't have to worry about fringing getting caught on everything that comes near you. And for those the Gossip Girl fans out there this Miu Miu leather headband is a must - it's so Blair!

What do you think of my selection? And have you picked up any pieces in the summer sales yet?

images from net-a-porter.com

Versace Resort 2011

Long time readers of Coco's Tea Party may remember how much I loved the Versace S/S 2010 collection. I've always been a fan of Versace, but the slit-to-the-thigh red carpet dresses they're so good at creating (and then getting on the red carpet) have never inspired me. Which is why the Spring collection, with all its teeny-tiny shift dresses, geometric prints and zingy pastels, really got me in a fashion frenzy.
I'm surprised the Spring collection barely touched the red carpet, as those pieces would really make a bold statement, but I guess celebrities like to play it safe in the classic leg-flashing numbers. Red carpet action aside, though, and it looks like Donatella refuses to give up her love affair with sherbet shades, with the resort collection picking up where S/S left us.


The silhouettes are familiar, with body-con minis here, there and everywhere, but Donatella adds some beautiful boxy jackets to the mix too. I'm particularly fond of Look 7 [above right]. Also do the gladiator sandals remind anyone else of Balenciaga S/S 2008?


Whilst there was no shortage of leg in the Resort collection, things did get a little more grown up with a few knee-length pieces. The orange dresses really caught my eye, and I'd like to see Gwyneth Paltrow or Thandie Newton give them a go.


And as a die-hard Clueless fan (best movie ever!) I fell for the matchy-matchy skirt suit [above left] which is so Cher. It's a look I'm dying to give a go.

What did you make of the Versace Resort 2011 collection? Which has been your favourite Resort collection?

images from style.com

Hit and Miss of the Week: Casual Cool

My focus was on the streets of LA and airport entrances this week, as it was all about the casual look. Nicole Richie always looks fantastic in a pair of jeans, and this week she dressed up her simple outfit will a gorgeous scarf. Also looking good was Reese Witherspoon, who has been working the S/S 2010 trends in the most natural of ways.
And though Victoria Beckham doesn't exactly do casual, she was spotted at an airport earlier in the week in that Miu Miu dress. I'd love to see her in some of the A/W pieces now.







images from thefashionspot.com and celebrity-gossip.net

Ashley Olsen Continues to Push Fashion Boundaries

Last night was the YSL Belle D'Opium fragrance launch and I'm sure by now you have seen the pictures of Ashley Olsen's bold choice of headwear. I'm still undecided on this look, mostly because Ashley is so gorgeous she pulls just about everything off.



I don't think I'll be copying this style anytime soon, but remember when she first wore the turban style headband? People hated that at first and you can still buy copies of them everywhere. Ashley is always ahead of the game.

What do you think: is Ashley onto a new trend here or is this a major miss?

image from PicApp

Sneak Peek: My-Wardrobe Fall 2010

Yesterday I popped into the My-Wardrobe showroom for a fashion chat, which quickly turned into a heated discussion about London Zoo. But despite all the talk of lions and tigers I did learn that the A/W 2010 stock (which will slowly be hitting the site throughout the next few weeks) is going to be amazing! So here is an exclusive preview of some of the pieces that will soon be hitting the site, and hopefully landing in your wardrobes not long after.


Sam Edelman wedges and Antik Batik jacket: I think these wedges are such a gorgeous shape and the studded straps make them a great choice for the evening or daytime. And how cosy does the Antik Batik piece look? I'd wear it with slightly flared dark jeans for a Rachel Zoe look.


House of Harlow bracelet and Sonia by Sonia Rykiel coat: Nicole Richie's transformation from reality TV star to fashion design has gone without a hitch, and this gold cuff is sure to be a sell out. Nicole herself is a fan of leopard print coats, and I think this Sonia one would be perfect for her. I definitely love it.


Winter Kate wrap and Beau Coups boot: It's not just Nicole's jewelry that I'm in love with; this printed wrap from her Winter Kate collection is absolutely stunning and these Beau Coups boots are my new obsession. I need them in my wardrobe!

Are you liking the look of MY-Wardrobe's A/W stock? Are any of the above pieces on your wishlist?

all images from my-wardrobe