Posts Tagged ‘the shopping basket’
The Shopping Basket // Winged Bag
Sunday, April 28th, 2013Available on Luisaviaroma. More information here. Topshop pare things back with this bone colored bag. With panels of suede and leather, it looks more expensive than it really is. A great option for the girl looking for a quality looking bag at a high street price point.
Available on Topshop. More information here. Z Spoke by Zac Posen creates the perfect mix of vintage inspired bag shape meet modern finish. Mid priced, the Eartha Tote by Z Spoke by Zac Posen gives a definite nod to the past with the retro tote structure and handle whilst the hardware, winged sides and palette options bring it bang up to date. Available on Neiman Marcus. More information here. See my past crushes. Images: Polyvore
The Shopping Basket // Gladiator Heels
Monday, April 8th, 2013Available on Jildor. More information here. Shakuhaci give off a 90′s feel with the wide strap at the front and the chunky mid height heel.
Available on The Iconic. More information here. Gianvito Rossi lends an elegant touch to any look with this exquisitely crafted pair of gladiator heels.
Available on Net-A-Porter. More information here. Jeffrey Campbell does a nude square toe gladiator.
Available on Lori’s. More information here. Explore the other items in The Shopping Basket here. Images: Lori’s | Net-A-Porter | The Iconic | Jildor
The Shopping Basket // Faux Fur Coat
Sunday, January 27th, 2013As the temperatures continue to drop, wrap up stylishly warm in a faux fur coat. Here are three to inspire.
Coast gives us a dressy option with this draped coat. More information here.
Miu Miu has the perfect shag pile coat with this mohair and cotton blend. When it is miserable outside, that hue will bring the blue skies.
More information here.
Dorothy Perkins keeps things interesting with this multi tonal faux fur texture. Have fun wearing this worn with prints and texture.
More information here.
Images: Coast | Dorothy Perkins | Net-A-Porter
The Shopping Basket // Fashion Doll
Sunday, January 6th, 2013Available on GiftLab.com. More information here. Laloushka bring Wintour’s right hand woman, Grace Coddington to doll form and her hair is just as fiery. The added detail of her accessories is delightful.
Available on Browns. More information here. Giles designed this handmade rag doll exclusively for Matches. Clothed in french knickers and a print dress, she has crystal for eyes and ostrich feather for hair.
Available on Matches. More information here. Explore the other items in The Shopping Basket here. Images: Browns | Giftlab.com | Matches Fashion
The Shopping Basket // Surreal Accessories
Wednesday, October 3rd, 2012Designers get clever with surreal accessories this season.
Keep people guessing with these…
Nicholas Kirkwood gives us his conceptual structure and bonus fun with these heels. Yes to a heel with a face and a ponytail.More information here. Lulu Guinness has become beloved for her lip clutch. I am pretty impartial to this doll face clutch. Isn’t she adorable?
More information here. Charlotte Olympia keeps things playful as always. How many ways do I love her moon shaped ‘Lunatic’ bag? I could count the ways!
More information here. Diane Von Furstenberg always leave me in lust with her accesories. They are at once elegant and lively. The lines of this black satin clutch could not be any more sophisticated. The gold pout is a sure conversation starter. More information here. Explore the other items in The Shopping Basket here. Images: Colette | Lulu Guinness | Matches Fashion | Net-A-Porter
The Shopping Basket // Leather Dress
Sunday, September 2nd, 2012If you buy one leather piece this fall, make it a dress. Tis the season of the leather dress.
With one to suit every budget, have fun channeling your inner powerful woman ala Yves Saint Laurent or glam goth by way of Givenchy.
How you style that leather dress is up to. So many options, so little time…
Derek Lam Derek Lam adds a special touch to this dress with an unexpected black silk back.More information here. Alexander McQueen
The skater shape of this dress will make it such a fun layering option.
More information here. River Island At £120, this is great steal for 100% leather. The fit and flare cut will make sure this dress stays current through passing seasons. More information here.
Explore the other items in The Shopping Basket here.
Images: Net-A-Porter | River Island | Farfetch
The Shopping Basket // Lace
Thursday, August 16th, 2012The fashion industry has had an ongoing love affiar with lace affair which never seems to die.
From laser cut to giupure, lace is having a moment.
Keep it interesting with clever detail.
J.Crew
Modern meets romance in this crepe de chine blouse with black lace trim.
More information here.
Draw all eyes to your waist and back with this peplum top with a focal lace back.
More information here. Explore the other items in The Shopping Basket here. Images: Net-A-Porter
The Shopping Basket // Peplum
Monday, July 2nd, 2012You know how we all swore we would never harem and drop crotch pants but then proceeded to wear them? Have you been struck by the peplum bug yet?
Never say never…
Be inspired by…
Almari
In a cool pastel hue. This skirt ticks two trend boxes in one.
More information on the brand here. and available at House of Fraser
The Row
The slightly drop waist and long sleeve give for a more elongated form making for a flattering top.
More information here.
Sandro
You will be wearing this for years to come. Great color, great cut.
More information here.
Explore the other items in The Shopping Basket here.
Images: Net-A-Porter | House of Fraser
The Shopping Basket // Mirror Mirror
Tuesday, April 17th, 2012Mirror Mirror on the wall, which garment or accessory can I see my reflection in best of all?
Be inspired by…
Gestuz
From the Gestuz pre autumn 2012 collection entitled ‘Simple Pleasures’, this sequin top is stuff that reflective dreams are made of.
More information on the brand here. and available at Harvey Nichols
Giles x Cutler and Gross
Any pair of sunglasses that simultaneously reminds me of my teens and Cher Horowitz of Clueless is a friend of mine.
More information here.
Topshop
When shiny sheeny foil like exterior meets a 70′s platform good things are bound to happen.
More information here.
Rochas
A fold over clutch that doubles as a mirror on the go.
More information here.
Andreia Chaves
Shoes that double up as a reflective surface for everything around your feet. Custom made for an equally custom experience.
More information here.
Explore the other items in The Shopping Basket here.
Images: Barneys New York | Topshop | Gestuz | Giles x Cutler and Wilson | Andreia Chaves
The Shopping Basket // Art Deco
Wednesday, March 14th, 2012The 1920′s roared back into our midst through spring 2012 collections. Culture and the arts have long inspired the catwalk and Baz Luhrmann’s upcoming adaptation of F.Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby and TV’s Boardwalk Empire have influenced the current Art Deco resurgence.
A great way to channel this trend? Through modern Art Deco inspired accessories.
Be inspired by…
Wendy Brandes
The beguiling 18K gold ‘Clemence’ ring with rock crystal and black spinel is the perfect accompaniment to languid drop waist dresses and the coquettish air. Designed by fine jeweler Wendy Brandes and made in New York, its geometric lines will work now and beyond the deco trend.
More information here.
Kotur
Launched in 2004, Fiona Kotur’s Kotur brand hark back to a golden age. The Mother of pearl inlays, resin and gold tone hardware speak glamour.
More information here.
Dior
The House of Dior pairs deco structure with chain-trim and Lizard print in this stylish pair of sandals.
More information here.
Dark Horse Ornament
The glass lustre pearls, grosgrain ribbon and the luxurious effect of tassels with chunky silver chain detail make for a beautiful necklace that will have you giving up your tiered pearls. It is a stylish nod to the opulence of the 20′s.
More information here.
Lanvin
This shell shaped brass clutch with brushed silk interior is delightful. It is begging to be worn with joy.
More information here.
Rodarte
The Mulleavy sisters extend their grand flair and couture like treatment to this hair comb. The stylized brass hair comb will add deco grandeur to any look.
More information here.
Explore the other items in The Shopping Basket here.
Images: Wendy Brandes | Neiman Marcus | Bergdorf Goodman | Browns | Dark Horse Oranment | Opening Ceremony





























































