Hey there everyone!! Sorry this post is so late today but living out in the country my internet is TERRIBLE! So the fashion show last night was really fun, it was to raise money for
MacMillan Cancer Research so a very noble cause! I’m not sure of the final
total raised yet but I believe it was a fairly substantial amount, hurrah! In the
catwalk there were a number of really lovely summery outfits which coupled with
the fact that today is Friday, have inspired me to put together a few outfits
that will be suitable for the weekend ahead. Also I know that everywhere is
launching and advertising pre-fall and AW12 collections, but it’s far too sunny
for me to even be thinking about that right now, I may start some reviews next
week but for now I’m sticking to my summer wardrobe wonders (of which most are
in the sale so you can also grab yourself a bargain)!
I am going to be
using a mixture of my own outfits, and those that I have seen online or in
magazines that have really caught my eye. All outfits will be suitable for
drinks, dancing, BBQs (just change the heels) and of course watching the
Olympics Opening Ceremony!
Monochrome Madness
Black Primark
Strapless Top, H&M White Skirt with Polka-dots, H&M Black skirt, Biba
Black Heels, DKNY Black Clutch ( My B-Day present from Alex two years
ago-chosen all my himself and I love it!). Monochrome always look classy and
sharp, this is a brilliant outfit for drinks or lunch and for the cool days
just pop a black cropped sweater over the top. Also if you aren’t a fan of
strapless, tanks and vests look equally good.
Burning Bright
Hobbs Pink Tunic
Dress, Dorothy Perkins Yellow Skinny Belt, Biba Black Heels, DKNY Black Clutch.
I’ve kept this look quite classic with black heels and clutch but you could try
nude or even yellow to match the belt. Don’t have yellow? Orange, green, blue,
lilac and many, many more colours contrast nicely with the pink, just choose
whatever you have in your wardrobe; or if you’re buying choose the best colour
suited to your skin tone.
Tribal Scream.
Miss Selfridge Brown
Faux Suede shorts, All Saints Black Chiffon Shirt, Topshop Snakeprint Wedges, Mulberry
Bella Messenger in Tan. Safari, animal print, tribal, aztec. Four things that
immediately spring to designers minds for an elegant, ethnic look. The
traditional pieces featured heavily in SS12 runways such as safari jackets,
khaki shorts and leopard-prints (See Michael Kors and Roberto Cavalli) but
there were also some fresh ideas with summer crochet, raffia and modern
finishing and fabrics. My personal favourite being the shiny safari pants at
Balenciaga by Nicholas Ghesquiere.
Perfect Paisley
Black Primark
Strapless Top, Red Print Wide-leg Zara Trousers, Black Biba Heels, Black Prada
Bag. This look is a perfect day outfit as you can make it as casual or dressy
as you like. Stick to totes and messy hair for a less formal look, or grab a
clutch and a sleek up-do for dressier occasions. These trousers are super long
on me so I always wear a ridiculously high heel with them (who am I kidding? I
ALWAYS wear a ridiculously high heel!) But you could put on a flat or sandal if
preferred.
Fruit Pastels
3.1 Phillip Lim (As
seen in The Collections Spring/Summer 2012 The Vogue Edit). I love this outfit,
it’s so chic and beautiful, perfect to wear for lunch, drinks or even around
town whilst shopping. The colours compliment each other perfectly and the
structured look just screams effortless elegance.
White Hot
The Kooples skirt and
sweater (As seen in The Kooples Spring-Summer Collection 2012 Brochure). This
outfit is beautifully relaxed yet sophisticated. Maxi skirts and pleats are
very on-trend for SS12 so this skirt kills two birds with one stone! For those
really hot days, swap the sweater for a cute white vest and add a necklace or
silk scarf. What I really love aboiut this outfit is that the Kooples are
currently in their third markdowns and the majority of their SS12 stock is now
at 70% off so pop into your nearest store or have a cheeky look online at
www.thekooples.co.uk
Blooming Marvellous
Take inspiration from
Erdem this SS12 for a plethora of floral prints, beaded blooms and gorgeously
intricate applique flowers. I love this outfit, the clashing prints and tapered
trousers are bang on trend and give a beautiful day-evening look. H&M and
Topshop have an array of floral prints on every item of clothing you could
possibly think of for more affordable copycats.
Olympic Chic
With the Olympics not
even a whisper away, the world has been seduced by the sports luxe look. Track
pants with a loosely tailored top, floor-length dresses with dramatic cutaways
and neoprene minis are everywhere with an incredible selection at Mulberry,
Victoria Beckham and Alexander Wang. Layer-up with cycling shorts under skirts
and an anorak, wear them bright, bright, bright during the day but tame it down
with monochrome and nudes for a more sultry style.
I hope this gives a
good overview of all the trends that are still around for summer with a few ideas
on how to wear them! Tonight, I’m going to watch the opening ceremony at Grove
Golf Club in Herefordshire and I’ll be sporting the print look-will keep you updated of my
outfit choice as soon as I know what I’m wearing!
Happy Olympics Night
Everyone! Super Exciting!!
Love, love,
x RT @ PP x
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