Alexa Chung was spotted at London Fashion week, in a ‘Nautical but nice’, kind of style. See how to get the style here…
Class Mac £55.00 (ASOS), Dr.Martens Triumph Boots £140.00 (Schuh), Rumfola Stripe Satchel £40.00 (ASOS), Selected Stripe Sweater £30.00 (ASOS).
Add a navy skirt, a couple of rings, and you’ll look ‘Nautical but nice’.
I was looking up the latest Fashion news, when I stumbled across a post from last year; It was about the Vogue Magazine which Adele starred in last Winter. The cover of the magazine was a picture of Adele, all done up, with nice hair and gorgeous make-up; but you could only see her face. The rest of the post went onto say that it was the ‘one-size-fits all policy’. So, it made me think. Why do the bigger sized percentage of the Fashion Industry, just simply, get blocked out?
Well; you could say that it doesn’t completely get blocked out, because some stores do separate clothing lines for the curvier people around. But, mostly it kinda’ does; It’s the same with people with deformities, they just get stereo-typed into the ‘Fat & Ugly’ group. Personally, I think that, that statement is wrong. Curvy people should be proud to be walking around in clothes that wouldn’t suit a smaller person. So, what’s wrong with having Adele’s full body on the cover of Vogue? In the Fashion Industry’s point of view; ‘everything’. Models ‘need to be’ size 6/8, between the height of 5.9”/5.11”, and need to have the ‘perfect look’, well after being airbrushed etc etc. Adele is very pretty, and has very good style. But she is not the above standards. She maybe a celebrity and she maybe an award winning superstar singer, but she still isn’t allowed her full body on Vogue Magazine’s front cover.
What’s wrong with a Plus Size women, or a man with a physical deformity? They can still do the same job, they can still pose in front of the camera!?
But, then again there’s the fact that the models need to be smaller so that young girls can believe that one day they will be as perfect as the ones on the front cover of their favourite magazine. Which is impossible, as all models are airbrushed, done up, and edited all on computer. So, really the fashion industry is being a bit stereo-typical to those who are a bit bigger than your average model.
I want to see more curvier women on the front of magazines, and then I will be satisfied. I maybe only 11 years old (soon to be 12!) but I can have an opinion. But, I am glad to say that the most recent Vogue cover with Adele, did show a bit more of her! 🙂
Adele 2011 Vogue Cover & 2012 Vogue Cover
2012 GB Kit is designed by Stella McCartney, watch here to see the full revealing of the kit 🙂
On Asos.com & in Company magazine, I came across Eye, Nail & Lip Rock. The new tattoo for Eyes, Nails & Lips. You can look super awesome from just £6, with any of their products.
Eye Rock £7.00 (ASOS)
Yes baby! The Anorak is back; In style! Top High Street brands & Designers are flicking it up a level on the style of the Anorak. From Metallic colours, to dull black colours, you’ll find a perfect fit & colour right for you! After the week of sunshine in the UK, the Anorak will be your statement for the rest of Easter!
Airtex Shiny Plastic Mac £45.00 (Topshop), Neutral Sporty Parka £149.00 (Mint Velvet), Popper Plastic Rainmac £50.00 (ASOS).
With both the Airtex Mac & the Plastic Rainmac, you can wear a pair of sporty High Tops (also another new trend!), for that young athletic look. And, for the Parka, wear some high heels, to match the more work kind of feel.
Another awesome new trend, are the Wacky Heels. Add a pair to a simple outfit as a statement. Here’s my Top 4…
Irregular Choice Ruby Chinese Heels £75.00 (Schuh.co.uk), River Island Tropical Cut Out Heels £50.00 (ASOS), Lace Up Block Heels £45.00 (ASOS), Pelican Car Print Heels £35.00 (ASOS).
1. These Chinese Ruby Heels, would go perfectly with a Playsuit in a blue pastel colour. Vintage Chic!
2. These Tropical Heels, would go really well with a stunning maxi dress and gold jewellery! Set for the Sun..
3. Jazz these Block Heels up even more, with a simple Pencil Dress and awesome accessories 🙂
4. These Pelican Car Print Heels, would match a Playsuit, also in a blue pastel colour, or perhaps yellow. Rock the Retro vibe!
Taylor Swift was spotted in New York wearing a super cute preppy outfit, so here’s how you can get the ‘look for less’.
Loose Knit Top £14.00 SALE (ASOS), Fiorelli Havana Satchel £34.00 (ASOS), Oasis Pleat Skirt £40.00 (ASOS).
This Loose Knit Top and Pleated Skirt look really good together, because the top gives it that school girl/rock chic look, and the skirt is super cute 🙂 Add some Vintage Wayfarers and a pair of Sailor pumps, and you’ll be off!
Lots of Love… Tolly Dolly Posh
The new trends for Nail Colour in Spring/Summer 2012 – or should I say Winter, according to the latest weather reports -, include Reds, Pinks, Neutral Colours, Pearls & Sparkly! Take a look at some from Models Own…
Models Own Nail Varnishes all at £5.
Keep in trend with these funky colours, and don’t forget to try the good old, French Manicure! Don’t be afraid to try doing it with colour! Fashion is all about experimenting 🙂
Lots of Love… Tolly Dolly Posh xx
My Style Today includes…
– Jumpsuit (Hooch)
– Nautical Top (Saint James France)
– Socks (River Island)
– Scarf (Matalan)
… by Virgin Atlantic! Yes. Virgin Atlantic have launched an all new Lipstick! Passengers flying from London to New York will have themselves a chance to grab a sample of the new ‘pout’.
Spa & Grooming manager, Rebecca Creer, on-board Virgin Atlantic, says “It’s a really bluey-red, and the bluey-reds suit all skin tones, red hot lips have always been a trademark of our cabin crew, signifying the strength and confidence they embody.” Also, Sarah-Jane Froom, a make-up artist from bareMinerals – the company producing the new lipstick – says that the product has been created with frequent fliers in mind as it includes “micronized freshwater pearl powder which hydrates the lips alleviating the effects of cabin air pressure.”
Cabin Crew Vanessa White models for the new Lipstick - Upper Class Red.
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Lots of Love… Tolly Dolly Posh xx
