• Inspiration from Non-Fashion Films

    Sources of inspiration for fashion, style and the way we dress as individuals can come from absolutely anywhere: from things you see in a magazine to people who pass you by on the street. I’m setting out here a series on different places I get my inspiration from, starting today with films. There are so […]
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    • Sian
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    Boy Racer

    I have always thought of go-karting as a really cool and exciting hobby – for kids. But when I went to watch some indoor karting at a friend’s birthday party the other week, it felt decidedly PG. Read on for some hot race action! Well, sort of. Plus some fashion stuff. The bash was at […]
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    • Natalie Gowans
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    Plus Size Fashion: Is Big Really Beautiful?

    Plus size fashion is an ever growing industry, this is a trend that is strengthened by plus size celebrities that are currently in the media spotlight. In recent years plus size women have taken their fashion inspiration from icons such as the singer Beth Ditto and actress Amber Riley. Many shops now offer a plus […]
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    • Susan
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    We Are Animal

    What with Louis Vuitton’s sparkling pandas and Prada’s monkey prints, Jasper Conran’s sea creatures and McQueen’s butterflies, the Spring/Summer season looks set to encompass a mad menagerie of light-hearted animal references – and perhaps it’s just what we need to lift our spirits. What better way to fight the recession blues than with a little […]
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    • Natalie Gowans
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    Summer Trend: Colour Blocking (Heatworld)

    This week, our resident writer, Stacey, chipped in at Heatworld with some quick tips on how to rock the block colour look: Accessorize with chunky stacked bangles in rainbow brights, or add a kick-ass coloured bag. Instant happiness! Bright Basics; A tangerine strap-top or some emerald shorts won’t break the bank, but can bring your existing wardrobe […]
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    Nineties Revival

    “Have you seen my ChocolateBeanie?” And Other Important 90s Revival Questions. The 90s were back with a vengeance at Fashion Week last February, and it looks like a revival is about to hit us smack between the eyes. “Oh God! Help me!” you may be thinking. However, don’t be afraid, and don’t go frantically trawling through […]
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    • Natalie Gowans
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    Super Dried Out: 7 Signs of Brand Saturation

    Everywhere I go, I see Superdry. I love the brand but are we seeing a repeat of what happened with G-Star Raw? With more and more people riding the bandwagon, the brand might be starting to lose some of its cool and could very well be turning into a ‘fad’ – just like Super Dry beer […]
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    • Michael Tefula
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    Haven’t You Heard? Being a D*ckhead’s Cool!

    Remember when it was hip to be a square? Well, now its cool to be a d*ckhead, according to youtube sensations The Grand Spectacular, who are rivalling Huey Lewis and the News for the position of greatest fashion parody pop song ever. “Being a D*ckhead’s Cool” is an internet smash hit by The Grand Spectacular, […]
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    • Natalie Gowans
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    French Fancy

    Romance, ruffles and….Noémie Lenoir; the stunning, delicate face of Marks and Spencer’s comeback underwear campaigns has now collaborated with Deby Debo, a budding French boutique with a pretty and feminine style emerging soon in the UK. Inspired by the huge 70s trend of SS2011 the Noémie Lenoir loves Deby Debo collection captures a hint of […]
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