Stylish Latte: March 2011

Tuesday 22 March 2011

Lindsay Lohan in Topshop Kosy Slippers

Sunday 13 March 2011

Condé Nast Store London

It's fair to say that my collection of international fashion magazines count for fifty percent of my valuables. Once I know a magazine I'm after has been published I won't stop until I find it on the stands but it can be a long and tiring process.

The store opened last month in Vogue House in London. With the aid of IPads dotted around the store you will find close to one hundred and fifty different international publications some previously unavailable in the UK.

When asked about the inspiration behind the publishing giant's own newsagent, Condé Nast International chairman Jonathan Newhouse said "Our magazines are visually exciting products - featuring stunning works by the finest photographers - but most kiosks do not display them to full advantage..."

The flags below the display guide you to find the nationality you are after which is helpful as the countless covers start playing with your eyes. If it's not magazines you're after, you can browse through the giant coffee table books before purchasing.

What a great way to spend a lunch break or stop for a break from shopping.

The Condé Nast International Worldwide News is located 20 St George Street, London.

Saturday 12 March 2011

Dolce&Gabbana's Little White Dress

Looking at magazines and shop windows bright and bold colours are everywhere inspiring us for the colour blocking trend. It's easy to forget about the crisp white summer dresses that popped up on more than a few runways for this spring.

Still the most memorable was the Dolce&Gabbana Spring 2011 show where all models walked in together in white lace outfits from the collection. March/April editions of fashion magazines mark the 'official' start of the new season so what could look fresher than a beautifully cut white lace dress screaming that effortless sensual Italian style that the designer duo do so well.

Lanvin for H&M - In stores AGAIN

It might have happened a while ago, but the whole fuss about this (amazing if you ask me) collaboration is far to be over. Pieces are still a red carpet favourite among celebrities and you can’t help seeing one-or-two stylish party-goers wearing them out and about.

If you missed the pieces you might still be chasing them on eBay, but here’s something for those who have totally missed out on the experience so far.

The leftovers hit the stores this month and when I say leftovers – I mean it!

H&M took its recycled material approach one step further, when they took all the cuttings of the Lanvin collection’s fabrics and started to play some patchwork on them. I have to admit such a clever idea to make some more out of the whole buzz, and I’m sure some fashion lovers who missed the collection would appreciate these pieces just as much as someone who just needs a quirky dress or bag.

Early morning shopping

Pink haze on Old Bond Street

Postcards from Italy

Sunday 6 March 2011

Italian Designer T-shirts

Harper's Bazaar has asked six Italian designers to come up with a signature t-shirt design to support Women for Women. The limited edition tees are on sale at Browns boutique and brownsfashion.com for £39. The only question is which one will you choose?

Alberta Ferretti

Moschino by Rosella Jardini

Gucci by Frida Giannini

Etro by Veronica Etro

Versace by Donatella Versace

Missoni

Topshop Premium Skeleton Skirt

It's bad enough to turn up to a party in the same dress as someone else but to wear the same garment at Fashion Week where you know you'll be photographed all day is every fashionista's nightmare.

Olivia Palermo and (Topshop boss' daughter) Chloe Green both picked this Topshop Premium Skeleton maxi skirt to make a statement and wear in the front row of two of the most anticipated shows during London Fashion Week. Pleats are big news for next season and the A-list always gets there first but this skirt is a perfect for summer and could be your holiday chameleon piece...

Saturday 5 March 2011

Fashion Threesome - Blake, Chanel and Christian Louboutin

She's the face of Chanel's Mademoiselle handbag line and Christian Louboutin has just named a red-soled wonder after her so it's only natural that the world's most famous shoe designer takes her out shopping in Paris and Karl Lagerfeld organises star studded dinners in her honour.

The least Blake can do is represent both brands during her many public appearances.