Wednesday 29 February 2012

Colour your Wardrobe!


Spring is almost here !! :) Isn't it a nice warm feeling?
...and you'll know when Spring & Summer seasons are approaching when the bright colours in shop windows catch your eyes. From cute mini dresses, chic blouses and casual wedges to bags & accessories!


Make sure you purchase a variety of bright pieces this Spring...colour your wardrobe, be creative, different & fun! ;)


Colour Trends for Spring/Summer 2012:

#1: Caramel Colors.  including cream, light pink, coral, peach and banana –You can wear them separately or together, in combination with brighter tones or pastels.





#2: Orange. Orange is a great hit of Spring/ Summer 2012 season. It comes everywhere and on everything – dresses, shoes, bags, belts, sunglasses… Brighten up your outfit!




#3: White.  Total white look is one of the hottest trends, as it is always! Try delicate lace or pleats for a more feminine look or go for a straighter or more elegant silhouette.




#4: Fuchsia. Looks amazing!



#5: Black. The all time favourite.



#6: Black and white. The combination of two neutral colors is also neutral but it is smart and elegant as well.




#7: Yellow.  From pale yellow to bright lemon



#8: Nude. Nude hue is one of the best in a color palette because of its versatility. It can be combined with everything and never looks vulgar or plain.



#9: Red.  It differs in shades from scorching red to paler and lovelier tones.



#10: Blue. Blue is presented in a huge variety of tones. There is electric blue which is almost eye-hurting, deep dark blue which looks very noble, aquamarine blue and turquoise and even very light blue.





Love Aly xx










Saturday 18 February 2012

Trend Alert: Tri-Tones + Grammy's & more!


Trend Alert! tri-tone heels, shoes & wedges... 


This Spring's must haves! Whether it's a lovely combination of bright hues or a sophisticated mix of neutrals, pack a punch this spring with a pair of tri-tone heels. Offering a fresh way to address the ongoing color-block trend, multi-colored footwear—specifically a medley of three different shades—is currently enjoying its turn in the spotlight, and with an array of styles to choose from, quickly becoming a wardrobe essential for all! 




One of the oldest non-celebrity style icons, Zelda Kaplan passed away on Wednesday during Joanna Mastroianni’s fashion show held at Lincoln Center.



As most of you were aware, this week's highlight was The Grammy's 2012! Have you checked the celebrities on the red carpet? 

Here are my best dressed VIPs of the night:
(photos via www.millionlooks.com)

Carrie Underwood - Gomez Gracia

Jessie J - Julien Macdonald fishtail gown

Katy Perry - Elie Saab

Rihanna - In collaboration with Giorgio Armani - HOT!

Adele - Giorgio Armani - Classy!

and the worst dressed VIPs of the night were...


Fergie - Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture

Nicki Minaj (or Little Red Riding Hood) - Versace

All your favorite music from all the winners and nominees of The Grammy's 2012 is now on iTunes! New tunes, new playlists to add! Visit www.itunes.com/grammys



Summer where are you? Escape to the beach with the Victoria's Secret Angels in this cute clip for the Swim 2012 collection. Featuring Alessandra Ambrosio, Arlenis Sosa, Behati Prinsloo, Candice Swanepoel, Cintia Dicker, Elyse Taylor, Gracie Carvalho, Lily Aldridge, Madgalena Frackowiak, Maryna Linchuk, and loads of BIKINIS! :)




Victoria Beckham flies back home to London to launch her new collection at London department store Harvey Nichols.


Italian stunner Monica Bellucci has lent her famous face to Dolce & Gabbana make-up and will have her own lipstick line in honour of her perfect pout!


Grammy awards winner Adele is stunning on the cover of Vogue - March issue.



Enjoy the Carnival weekend!

Love Aly x x

Monday 13 February 2012

weeeE-Shopping!


Every girl loves shopping for clothes! Who doesn't?! And isn't it comfy to shop for the things you love from your own happy bed or sitting relaxed on the sofa in front of a warm fireplace? Although, I must admit sometimes I miss the retail experience in malls on a Saturday morning, places invaded with busy shoppers looking for stylish pieces to fill their wardrobes with! 





In today's blog I'm pointing out some useful & popular online websites for you girls, although some of which you might be already familiar with ;) So, switch on your netbooks and let's do some shopping!!!!! :) Oh! Don't forget to top up your visas first! ;)


#1 ASOS @ www.asos.com  -  the most popular worldwide online shopping link, moderate prices, from casual clothing to sexy mini dresses!



#2 BOOHOO @ www.boohoo.com - cheap prices, casual & chic clothing!




#3 LIPSY @ www.lipsy.co.uk  - for the sexy or elegant party dress on your special night out!



#4 MISSGUIDED @ www.missguided.co.uk - more like boohoo & asos - luv this!



#5 DESIRE CLOTHING @ www.desireclothing.co.uk - more like boohoo - cheap prices too!



#6 MISS PATINA @ www.misspatina.bigcartel.com - vintage inspired, lovely selection of tea party dresses! 



#7 JOHN AND GINGER @ www.johnandginger.co.uk - this is not a fashion website, however I find this  very useful myself! Vast selection of international brands worldwide, from perfumes to skin products, to natural / aromatherapy products and make-up. Prices are rather cheaper than local buys.



I hope you find these links useful, if you have some websites that you would like to share with me I would be happy to know, so leave a comment below :) 

Happy Shopping!! :) Love Aly xx







Sunday 5 February 2012

collections, shoots & gorgeous people: Fashion Update No.2

Hey Girls,

Hope you had a nice weekend! ;) Check out my latest fashion update & some interesting news that went on through the 1st week of February!

My favourite Gossip Girl star Blake Lively poses for ELLE magazine. Her photo shoot and interview to feature in next March issue. Watch out!! :) Here are some of the photos & behind-the-scenes video! 








Say hello to the new additions for Burberry Spring/Summer 2012 Collection with models Eddie Redmayne and Cara Delevingne. I love the colours!







''BE MINE!'' (Yes! Valentine's related BUT I'm actually referring to the exclusive Hugo Boss Valentine's edition) Sooo sweet & girly! (I hope my boyfriend reads this post!) *cheeky* :)





This Friday 3rd Feb the exclusive commercial ad for Marni for H&M collection was released, directed by Sofia Coppola and starring the 22 year old British actress Imogen Poots. The mini-clip you're about to see was shot in Marrakech. Check out the exclusive video below:




Mother of 4, Victoria Beckham strips off for her latest shoot, and shows off her stunning body just 7 months after given birth to baby Harper!




Singer Lana Del Rey, makes it to the fashion industry, covering Vogue's March Issue!  Lana is one of the newest stars to cover Vogue, wearing Louis Vuitton Spring Summer 2012.




In Jeans! Topless supermodel Gisele models denim range for Versace. The 31 year old supermodel is already the face of Versace's Spring/Summer main collection 2012



Love Aly x x