Shopping Lust

Item of the Week

Edner Tee in Black Tattoo Lace, £32 - Motel

A subtle yet sexy way to tap into the fetish trend that was all over the AW catwalk, this lace T-shirt is a great versatile addition to your wardrobe.

New York Fashion Week SS12 - The Trends I Liked

September for me used to mean the start of the school year, and later the start of my new term at college. Now it means only one thing...Fashion Week time. I love the buzz around each of the major fashion weeks and the feast for the eyes that is each designer's carefully crafted collections. 

The shows get my fashion juices flowing, and I love that they get people talking. Different people will always have different tastes (one of the reason's I love fashion) and will have their own take on looks and trends. 

I wanted to share with you some of my favourite trends from each fashion week and I'm kicking off with NYFW...

1. Sheer Beauty

I am a girl who loves to play with layers and textures and so it's inevitable that I loved the variety of layered sheer looks on offer at NYFW. From the oh so feminine looks at Ralph Lauren to the more modern mix at Prabal Gurung, sheer definitely ticked one of my fashion boxes.

L-R: Marc Jacobs, Tracy Reese, Prabal Gurung, Philosophy Di Alberta Ferretti, Ralph Lauren

Images from - The Daily Truffle, Style.com, Vogue.com, Marie Claire UK, Cool To Wear

2. Brave and Bold

Florals are a given during the SS season, and whilst I like florals it isn't really something that gives impact. I love it when designers go for something a little more daring and there was plenty to get excited about print wise at NYFW. The bold prints that were on offer at the likes of DKNY and Diane Von Furstenberg are not for the feint hearted, which is why I love them!

L - R: DKNY, Milly, Diane Von Furstenberg, Sohpie Theallet

Images from - mlejit,  2 space, ELLE, Style.com

3. Pastels with a Punch

Pretty feminine pastels were a big hit back in SS 2010, and this SS the pastel trend is back. And whilst Jenny Packham and Calvin Klein opted for full on femininity, this time round the likes of Jason Wu and Preen showed an edgier side to the look, with clean modern lines and black accessories. My favourite take on the trend has to be at 3.1 Phillip Lim, with looks that managed to use head to toe pastels in a way that was much more modern and statement making than I thought possible. 

L-R: Jason Wu, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Preen, Jenny Packham, Calvin Klein

Images from - designer dresses, Larapixie, London Fashion Spy, Style.com, Marie Claire UK

4. Gatsby's Party

A number of designers looked to the 1920's 'Jazz Age' for their evening wear inspiration and tapped into the subtle sexy allure of the decade and the full on glamour. There was plenty of tassels, glitz and shine to make you be the girl that wows at all the best parties. I loved Marc Jacobs' take on the look, which brought it hurtling from the 20's into a refreshing and playful look for 2012 and Rachel Zoe's interpretation which was just simply gorgeous.

L-R - Tory Burch, Marchesa, Rachel Zoe, Marc Jacobs, Ralph Lauren

Images from - The fashion spot, Glam UK, Lela London, Elle UK, nuvunova

5. Geometry Lessons

Geometric colour blocking was another trend that I felt hit the nail for me. The likes of  Narciso Rodriguez, and J. Mendel black and white as a base, and added clean bold colours to create looks that will guarantee that you do not slip into the background. A great alternative if you love bold looks, but the busy patterns of the season are just that little too much for you. Don't over do it on the colour though, follow the designer's lead and add one or two colours to the black and white. 

L-R - BCBG Max Azria, Ohne Titel, J. Mendel, Narciso Rodriguez, Carolina Herrera

Images from - Lela London, Wilhelmina Models, Style.com, The Blay Report, Harper's Bazaar

Grazia Go Backstage at LFW

Whilst I write up my favourite things from all of the various fashion weeks I wanted to share this fabulous LFW video from Grazia Daily. It made me wish so badly that I could have been there amongst the action!

You can check out more of their video coverage on their Youtube channel

Video used with permission of Grazia Daily

Guilt Free Fur For Autumn

I don't know about you, but where I live it has been getting pretty autumnal. Despite drooling over all of the SS12 shows, my mindset is definitely an AW one! And the trend that has got me feeling all cozy is the gorgeous faux fur that is a big hitter this season. 

The quality of faux fur these days is fabulous and gives you the luxury without the cruelty. When fake looks this good, real fur needn't bother. Whether you go for a full on faux fur coat or subtle detailing, it is a must for this autumn/winter...

Faux Fur Bow Collar, £20 - Ana Konder for ASOS

Light Beige Faux Fur Studded Sandals, £65 - River Island

Textured Faux Fur Belted Coat, £98 - Topshop

Outfit Pick N Mix - NYFW

The various fashion weeks are always a great place to look for fashion inspiration, and it goes beyond the catwalk shows.
The most fabulous fashionistas all come out in force for the shows in their most trend setting attire, which is why this week's Outfit Pick N Mix is from some of my favourite pics from around the web of NYFW...

1. Karen wears vintage dress & Jeffery Campbell shoes, Image from Elle

2. Maia Wojcik, Image from Refinery 29

3. Miroslava Duma, Image from Fashionologie

4. Image from guardian.co.uk

5. Jane Herman of T magazine, Image from nymag

Shopping Lust

Item of the Week - 


Fluted Dress, £22 - Peacocks


If you know me, then you will know that I love a good bargain and this adorable dress is the perfect addition to your autumn wardrobe. A snip at £22, grab it before it's gone!

Shoes of the Week - 


Black Print Wedges, £85 - River Island  

Unleash your wild side with these spectacular wedges from River Island. I am loving the ankle strap detailing and the white piping...*drool*

Back Again!

I'm sorry that I haven't been around much lately (my last post was 28th August!). Have been so busy with my none blogging life that I had to put the blog on the back burner for a couple of weeks whilst I got things sorted out and settled into my new job.

Normal posting will resume tomorrow so keep your peepers open for a new lust have item and some fabulous shoes, my take on my favourite fashion week shoes around the globe and much more!

Nikki xxxx