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Pretty meets punk

The floral print on this bow headband is a little like your grandma's Victorian-era furniture upholstery (not such a bad thing in my book); while the addition of little skulls adds a twist of attitude. This gorgeous model's name is Polina Sova; the photographer Wilfredo Alexander.

If Tom Ford designed tampon packs

..this is what they'd look like. Except they'd probably be made of rare genuine ostrich skin and crocodile leather, and would set you back a few grand a pop. So no, these are not Tom Ford but a well designed and unique little accessory that quickly grows on you as an elegant way to carry around, well, you-know-what. At a minimal price.

The aptly (if not so subtly) named Tampurse is an accessory which proves to be both practical and aesthetic. The Tampurse closes firmly and keeps all your 'feminine items' from spilling around in your bag (and let's face it, there's nothing worse than reaching into your bag for your purse and having rogue tampons jump out like little white ninjas onto the checkout counter). There are some slightly over-glamorous designs that I wouldn't personally use - but the vintage inspired selection look like they might just as easily carry the slim cigarettes of some 1940s screen starlet.

Daria Werbowy fringed

And you thought exposed midriff couldn't be elegant... well, you were wrong. It's not just for trash-glam teens, pool parties, and aerobic workouts. If nothing else, Daria Werbowy proves that the humble tie-front shirt can be sophisticated enough to take you to day, night, office, wherever, you name it.

In fact this whole pictorial from Vogue US is about simple elegance, with refined pieces like tailored man-style pants, classic trench coats, and sporty-casual slouch tops. Daria's long hair is matched with a fringe; a look we're not accustomed to, though of course she looks great as usual.

Related Pictures: Daria Werbowy: Vogue US May 2010

Burberry's shearling

More trendspiration for your Fall 2010 wardrobe (yes, I know it's sometime off - but this jacket is simply too hot not to want right now), this time focused on the evolution of the women's military fashion trend and its fusion with aviation chic.

Blanka Dudas makeup workshops

Regularly spotted backstage at the likes of New York Fashion Week, makeup artist Blanka Dudas is something of a veteran. I won't go into the long list of celebrities she's worked with, suffice to say we were interested to hear that Blanka will be running makeup workshops in Melbourne, starting on May 1st. The workshops are aimed at "demystifying the confusion of makeup application, simplifying the beauty regime, and educating women in the basics of natural makeup application." We expect Blanka will have plenty of gems of knowledge to impart, so worth a look if you're Melbourne-based.

ways to be fashionable when you hit the gym

So sporty clothing has made it big as a 2010 fashion trend. But just because your slouchy grey tracksuit pants have made the step up from your gym bag to your Sunday morning coffee date, doesn't mean your workout gear should stop getting your love and attention. Au contraire, it can work both ways. Your fashion purchases can now find their way into your gym bag, too.

So without further ado, here are 5 ways to turn fashionable daytime trend-pieces into effortlessly hot workout wear, right now.

1. The one-shouldered sports bra

Alexander Wang put the idea in all our heads: turning the one shouldered trend into sportswear. Not the most practical or supportive idea, to be sure; but layered over and under other pieces? From streetwear to bang-on-trend gym wear.

Alexander Wang Spring 2010 runway collection

2. Sex it up with sporty sheer mesh

Breatable, sporty and dangerously sexy. Not much more needs to be said.

Lara Stone in Vogue UK, April 2010

Gucci Spring 2010 runway collection

3. Work your butt off in hot pants

If you're a keen investor in the hot pants trend but aren't getting as much wear out of them as you'd like, move a pair into your gym arsenal. Not only are they practical for fitness (in the right fabrics of course), they're also great incentive to work your butt into shape.

Natasha Poly in Vogue Italia, March 2010

Eniko Mihalik in hotpants: Gentlewoman issue #1

4. Stripey sports socks

An affordable and versatile 2010 gem, striped sports socks can add volumes to both a daytime outfit or a workout one - whether it's at the gym, on the tennis court, or the soccer field.

Ashley Smith in Elle US, March 2010

Natasha Poly in Vogue Italia, March 2010

5. A luxe sun visor

Rule number 1: don't wear it indoors. Rule number 2: make it sleek and modern. For outdoor excercise you can't go past a sporty sun visor both to top off your outfit and shield you from any harsh rays.

Hanne Gaby Odiele in Vogue China, February 2010

Ashley Smith in Elle US, March 2010

Ashley Smith in Elle US, March 2010

And there you have it - no excuses to look drab at the gym anymore. To read more about sportswear clothing as a fashion trend, follow that link.

black fur

Military green paired with luxe black fur. It's a fashion trend marriage that works, and it's a great way to take Spring's army greens into Winter without sticking purely to jackets and great-coats.

Ink is the New Black!?

We’ve all heard the expresssion “Chanel is in my blood” but were we ready for it to be on our skin?  The newest innovation from the house of Chanel is temporary tattoos as seen in their catwalk shows as well as stars such as Lily Allen and Daisy Lowe. 

Sarah Jessica Parker even teamed some with her gorgeous Oscars outfit!

I think they are an interesting concept and are definitely set to be the must have "accessory" for Summer 2010.

If you want to follow the tattoo trend this summer but can’t wait for the Chanel
waiting list to go down or you can’t afford the £49 price tag then I have the answer! 

Inkwear provides fashionable temporary tattoo jewellery in a vibrant range of colours,
designs and sizes. Their tattoos are designed to give the us choice and fun when
customising our look! 
You can colour match the different designs and link different tattoos
creatively to give your tat a unique edge while being right on-trend.

Inkwear’s stylish range includes intricate necklaces, wrist chains and eye-catching
original tattoo collections. The transfers range in price from as little as £2 to £3 for individual tattoos and from £6.99 for sets.

There is a massive choice of over 500 designs available from www.inkwear.co.uk  and all products are non-toxic, skin safe and FDA approved (phew).
Enjoy!!


Love Claire x

The Internet + Outlet x Designer Labels - £1 =?

No you're not back in maths class (thank God!). In fact, there's not really any maths involved in this, apart from adding up how MUCH money you will save and how GOOD you will look!

And it'll all be thanks to the Net-A-Porter online designer outlet, www.theoutnet.com.

Already into it's first year, The Out Net is basically hand-me-down stock from a season or-or-two ago from Net-A-Porter. And as SO many designers have been creating an emphasis on "Investment Pieces" the past few years then I have no complaints about this what so ever.

Still on trend for Spring/Summer 2010

Each month the site hosts time-limited pop-up sales (themed designer sales that will be available for a limited time), giveaways and "going, going, gone" sales (for any fashionista to snap up a designer label at an irresistible price - watch the price drop as the clock ticks but hurry or you may lose it), that will definately give us a "GOTTA HAVE IT NOWWWWW..." kind of buzz. 

Next month is the most interesting in my mind however. When you visit the site (coz I know you will) click on this image...

... and register your details by 11th April to get yourself an invitation to the sale of a LIFETIME.

On April 16th everything in this sale is £1!

£1!!!!!

And with that I don't think I need to say any more :)

Enjoy.

Love Claire x

Just because I love a good sale...

And this is a good one! ASOS have just gone into sale with many things with more than 50% off.

This jacket is one of my favourite things from the sale and is perfect as a spring jacket while it's still a bit nippy!

And from £55 down to £26, I can't resist!!

Also, ASOS offer free delivery when you spend over £75! 

That's £75's worth of bargains if you ask me!!

Click this link to go straight to the sale, no stopping...

http://www.asos.com/Women/Clearance/Cat/pgehtml.aspx?cid=3930&affid=1239

Happy bargain hunting,

Love Claire x

Have New Look Gone Dotty?!

Hi hons, 

So I was in New Look the other day and firstly I saw these gorgeous spotty trousers. The reason they caught my eye, apart from being GORGEOUS, is the fact that they are dead-ringers for these Luella ones as seen in the Spring/Summer 2010 show (except mine were only £30).

They would look great in summer with a boob tube and wedges or on holiday with flip flops and a bikini top...

Well I had to buy then instantly of course!

But when i was at the counter waiting to pay I was flicking through New Look's 'Most Wanted' magazine- it's free- and there was a 20% off voucher on the back page.

If you are a sucker for a catwalk copy AND/OR a discount I suggest you run to your nearest New Look and grab yourself a copy of the magazine (it's got Taylor Momsen on the front).

The voucher is valid all this week until Sunday 11th April.

Although it isn't valid on Giles, Limited Edition and IDOL collections or on permanently reduced items there is still plenty of fabulous stuff to choose from in New Look.

Enjoy!

Love Claire. X