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From Street Chic to Polished and Preppy - Channel Pretty Woman Vibes with these Six Classic Outfits, Updated for 2024.
Watching Pretty Woman recently for the millionth time, I realised, besides the soundtrack, what I especially love about this film; the...
Karen
Jun 20, 20243 min read
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Made by the Olympics, but destined for streetwear: The iconic Nike Cortez sneaker.
With the Olympics taking place in Paris this summer - one of sport's biggest events - it's a chance for monumental achievements and...
Karen
May 22, 20242 min read
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A Spring & Summer Wardrobe Staple: The Timeless Appeal of a LWD
When I saw Anya Taylor-Joy step out at this year's Cannes Film Festival wearing a sheer white strapless dress adorned with flower...
Karen
May 17, 20242 min read
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Balance Me: The Plumping Mist (I can't live without)
My first encounter with the natural skin care brand, Balance Me was several years ago when I received a sample of their hyaluronic...
Karen
May 1, 20242 min read
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Preppy style, Ã la Steve McQueen
Forever on my watchlist, Bullitt was a film I'd always known about but only recently sat down to. As a lover of not only vintage fashion...
Karen
Apr 23, 20243 min read
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Petal Perfection: Embracing the New Flower Power in Fashion
There are some things you can always count on when it comes to fashion - like a French woman's chic uniform (blazer, jeans and flats, in...
Karen
Apr 9, 20243 min read
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Après-Ski Fabulous: 10 Best Pieces from the High Street
When it comes to planning outfits for a ski holiday, I take inspiration from Audrey, Bardot and Grace Kelly. There's just something about...
Karen
Feb 16, 20242 min read
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Sophisticated Styles: 10 best faux leather skirts
On a recent trip to Zara I decided to avoid the now well picked-over sales rack and head straight for all the new stuff. A quick scan...
Karen
Feb 8, 20243 min read
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Long Glove Revival, 2023
In the early 20th century, plain, wrist-length gloves in suede or leather were worn in the daytime by both men and women. Although the...
Karen
Mar 4, 20234 min read
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1960s Psychedelic Fashion
Intense colour and abstract patterns are typical features of psychedelic designs influenced by the effects of hallucinogenic drugs like...
Karen
Feb 9, 20232 min read
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All About the Fringe
In the '80s and '90s, fashion designer Jean Charles de Castelbajac created many versions of the fringe blanket coat in jewel-like...
Karen
Feb 6, 20233 min read
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Christie's, Audrey & Me.
I've been a fan of Audrey Hepburn and of her style both on and off screen for as long as I can remember. So when Christie's in London...
Karen
Jan 15, 20236 min read
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'Tis the Sequin: A Party Season Staple.
As a personal stylist, I'm constantly reading and researching everything fashion related and I'm always on the hunt for one-of-a-kind...
Karen
Dec 1, 20223 min read
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Shimmer & Shine: Styling A Paco Rabanne Sequin Mini Skirt
Set in the South of France, Two for the Road has to be my favourite Audrey Hepburn movie. From her many, many outfit changes to the old...
Karen
Oct 13, 20222 min read
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On the Prairie: The Classic Style Made for a New Generation
In the 1970s, the Brighton based boutique, Topaz, designed a line of beautiful dresses under the brand name EarlyBird. Their designs...
Karen
Oct 12, 20222 min read
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Hello Autumn: The Joy of a Sweater Dress
Finally, as the long summer evenings give way to a new season, I can't help but jump for joy inside. (It seems my urgency to usher in...
Karen
Oct 7, 20222 min read
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Wish You Were Here
There is something so uplifting watching Sophia Loren in a romantic comedy film. Audrey and Grace seem to get all the attention but...
Karen
Aug 1, 20222 min read
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