A hat fit for Icarus

When I'm looking to buy a hat top of my list of requirements is that by wearing it I could potentially blind someone close by. Luckily for me, Maria Francesca Pepe has designed a piece of headwear perfect for that very cause.



Although I am perplexed about the wearability factor of that particular piece, the rest of Pepe's collection is simple yet effective. I like clean lines, I like block colours and I like clothing with shape. This collection has all three. Inspiration is supposed to have come from 19th century French prostitutes, but I'm sure there must have been more ruffles involved back then. The seductive fabrics are due to Pepe's Italian roots, which is lucky really since the velvets and silks stop the cuts from being overly harsh.




I'm not so sure about the lilac lipstick - it's a bit Peaches Geldof for my liking - but the combination of the simple dress and geometric brooch makes for an interesting outfit. Effortlessly cool rather than being too showy.



This season is all about the shoulder, dahling. There's still a part of me that screams "Dynasty" everytime I see a shoulder pad, but as I personally am lacking in the shoulder-department I do feel myself drawn to the sillouette - just so long as big hair and dream sequences aren't coming back too!




C for Ciara...

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2011 Fall London Fashion Week: Vivienne Westwood

Vivienne Westwood can pretty much do whatever she wants these days, as her pieces are always amazing. This season, she chose to present at the Royal Courts of Justice, which is such a beautiful, grand location and provided the perfect contrasting backdrop for her rebellious designs.

She was inspired by Londoners and tried to incorporate elements of their lives. There was a very British feel with plenty of tartan and woolen pieces all in her signature asymmetric cut. Looks were layered up and teamed with big, messy hair. There were some crowns created with hair, adding to the chaotic feel. Louis Carroll's Through the Looking Glass was also cited as inspiration. I am not surprised that this surreal book appeals to Vivienne's eclectic style! She used a range of fabrics including wool, velvet, and cotton.

• Trends: Heritage, statement outerwear, clashing prints.
• Colours: Many, but red was key.
• Accessories: Knee-high socks, elbow-length gloves, silk scarves.
• Key look: Multicoloured feather jacket with sequined pencil skirt.
• Who would wear this: Fans of Westwood, those who like interesting shapes.

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Madonna and Lola’s Material Girl Collection With Taylor Momsen: Love it or Leave it?

I’ve been very intrigued by Madonna and daughter Lola’s ‘Material Girl’ collection with Taylor Momsen as the model, especially since I’m a huge Madonna and Gossip Girl fan. This collection was just released and is only available at Macy’s for now, but the power duo seem to have done well since the collection is becoming a BIG hit.

A few reasons why I love this collection:

#1. It’s cheap! Everything in this collection is in between $5-$40 so you’ll be getting a lot for your money.

#2. The pieces are fun, flirty, and edgy. They are made to be played around with, layered, and inspire a new style.

#3. Well…basically I just love the collaboration between Madonna and Taylor Momsen. One, an iconic singer who’s reinvented herself over and over again and given us years and years of fabulous style, and the other, a young, edgy star-on-the-rise to showcase the awesome collection. A match made in heaven!

What do you guys think of this collection though? Love it or leave it?

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