Showing posts with label fashion. Show all posts
Showing posts with label fashion. Show all posts

Sunday, 20 April 2014

Meadow Sweet



"Nothing signifies the start of the spring season like a floral. In recent years we have seen bold tropical chintz, and over sized blooms but for 2014 flowers have emerged with a natural feel think of poppies and buttercups growing in the wild. Delicate meadow style prints are the prettiest way to add pattern which have a British vibe about them. Nina Riccis elegant, feminine florals where mixed with romantic silks on the catwalk. Marnis models were adorned with tiny 3D blossoms. As for interiors Ines Coles Liberty print upholstered chair is a masterclass in sunny subtlety and the botanicals on Morosos dainty mirror wont detract from its reflection. enjoying the country life whilst staying at home has never been easier."

I really like the way that this trends page in this magazine has been layed out. I love the way all of the different floral prints clash together but you can still pick them apart. the mirror is one of my favourite pieces that was featured for this trend I find the amount of detail on it really interesting and eye catching. I also really like the silk scarf which has a pastel ditzy floral print on it. A great spring accessory. 

Tuesday, 11 March 2014

Ted Baker

Keepa regency houses printed top Keepa regency houses printed top
Keepa regency houses printed top
http://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/Ted+Baker+Keepa+regency+houses+printed+top/197246664,default,pd.html

I LOVE this top from Ted Baker that I found on house of frasers website. I love the quirky contemporary regency house print and the mixture of pastel colours. This is a really unusual, different and quite a risky print as I can imagine some people absolutely hating this but i think it works well. 
Here are a couple of other items from the regency houses collection that i really like including a phone case, scarf and shorts.

  
http://www.tedbaker.com/uk/search?text=regency

'Showcasing their signature style through key separates and statement party dresses, Ted Baker are renowned for bringing a contemporary edge to classic styles. Combining a vibrant colour palette with off-beat prints; applique embellishment and playful detailing play a key role within their extensive clothing, footwear, swimwear and accessory collections'

Lace

Own Photo

Own Photo

I love this dress that was in house of fraser's window display. I think the way the lace with the floral pattern is layered over the bold floral printed dress gives a great effect and gives it depth and texture.

Wednesday, 12 February 2014

Wedding tote bags

http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/alphabetbags
Looking through the wedding section on Notonthehighstreet, i found these tote bags. The have been screen printed using pastel colours. I think this is a great idea for a unique gift for your bridesmaids, flower girl, maid of honour etc! 

'The ideal tote for your lovely helpful maids. Fill with gifts and let them carry out their duties in style. They are perfect for hen parties and also make a lovely keepsake to treasure beyond the big day.'

Pink 'Maid Of Honour' Tote Bag
'Mother Of The Groom' Tote Bag 'Flower Girl' Mini Cotton Bag'Just Married' Tote Bag 

http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/alphabetbags/product/bridesmaid-tote-bag
http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/alphabetbags/product/maid-of-honour-tote-bag
http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/alphabetbags/product/mother-of-the-groom-tote-bag
http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/alphabetbags/product/mini-flower-girl-bag
http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/alphabetbags/product/just-married-tote-bag

Tuesday, 11 February 2014

Surface Effects S/S 14 Couture Collections - Elie Saab

    
All images from http://www.patternprintsjournal.com/search/label/textile
http://www.eliesaab.com/#/en/haute-couture/ss-2014/1/1

Surface embellishments by Elie Saab. 
Elegant with a lot of intricate textured detail.

Friday, 7 February 2014

Pearls & Swine

Quirky headpieces that are perfect for Royal Ascot, Wedding headwear, fascinators, hats and headdresses.
I came across 'Pearls & Swine' whilst browsing pinterest looking for inspiration.  I love their decadent headpieces.
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All images come from http://www.pinterest.com/pearlsandswine/pearls-swine/

Wednesday, 5 February 2014

Ximena Escobar

Ximena Escobar
"I worked as a freelance designer in a series of professional and personal projects; always making sure that I stay true to my personal style. I am constantly challenging myself in the different techniques and concepts involved in my work by combining my Illustration and textile design background with other fields such as Graphic Design and photography.

I've always felt inspired by nature, that which is organic, feminine and romantic, rituals and traditions of the golden days and a series of characters in the creative world which have taken me further than expected in my work."

These prints are really interesting. I love the symmetry and use of repeat pattern in them.
https://www.moyodirectory.com/ximenaescobar
 
Her wallpaper designs are amazing!
http://www.ximenaescobar.com/
 

Tuesday, 4 February 2014

WGSN - Neckpieces



Browsing WGSN looking at neck pieces for inspiration for our new module. 
http://www.wgsn.com/content/wgsn/unifiedsearch.html?q=neckpiece&tags=&type=all&t=all&_charset_=utf-8
Bubble neckpiece by Lynne MacLachlan
 lynnemaclachlan.co.uk
I find this neck piece interesting. It has a geometric theme, industrial design and a grey scale colour scheme.

http://www.wgsn.com/content/wgsn/unifiedsearch.html?q=neckpiece&tags=&type=all&t=all&_charset_=utf-8
Hand-beaded Rocket Neckpiece by Broken Fab
brokenfab.bigcartel.com

I really like this neck piece. Its very bright and colourful with a gemotric pattern. I really like the pastel colours the designer had used.

Thursday, 12 December 2013

Mary Katrantzou






Mary Katrantzou's exclusive resort 2014 collection has a lot of different eye catching, bold, bright and colourful prints. The 'Coraline Sweatshirt' and the 'Lupin Dress' are a couple of my favourite pieces from the collection.

Monday, 4 November 2013

TRENDS - PANTONE FASHION + HOME

http://www.pantone.co.uk/pages/fcr/Default.aspx?season=spring&year=2014&pid=3

Designers take a modern twist on the traditional for spring 2014 by pairing soft pastels with vivid bright's to create a colourful equilibrium. Inspired by a mixture of blooming flowers, travels abroad and strong, confident women, designers use colour to refresh, revive and defy conventional wisdom.
"This season, consumers are looking for a state of thoughtful, emotional and artistic equilibrium," said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Colour Institute®. "While this need for stability is reflected in the composition of the palette, the inherent versatility of the individual colours allows for experimentation with new looks and colour combinations."




Tuesday, 22 October 2013

Monsoon Cocktail Hour

I love these heavily embellished dresses from Monsoons 'Cocktail Hour' range.


"Our knee-length, tailored Tabitha dress features a lace overlay hand embellished with shimmering sequin roses. Partly lined, with tulle neckline and sleeves, and concealed back zip with button."




"Our Ettie Lace Dress is one of the stars of our Limited Edition collection. Nude lace has been hand embellished with pastel embroidery and metallic sequins, adding shimmer to a classic and flattering shift style. Fully lined, with boning at the bust, back vent, and concealed zip."

Monsoon Chlidrens Range 2013


"Our Woodland embroidered skirt features bright highlights,cute sequin detailing and an elasticated waistband for a quirky casual style."


"A fun dress with a stripe bodice and lovely embroidered skirt"

 

"This Peony Jacket is quilted with a fun geo binding and sections of heavy embroidery,"

The embroidered woodland prints really drew me into this range. I also really like the colour scheme.