Monthly Archives: January 2018

Top 10 Prom Looks from the Big Screen

Not gonna lie, prom night is our fave thing to come from across the pond. And being the biggest deal of like, your whole school life, the dress code has to be ‘pull out all the stops’, right? That’s why we’ve lined up some of our favourite prom looks from the big screen, here to give you all the inspiration for the fanciest night of the year. From Blair Waldorf to Cady Heron, these leading ladies do it just right.

 

1. Sam Montgomery in A Cinderella Story

While we’ll never fully understand how her Prince Charming couldn’t tell who she was *eyeroll*, Sam’s masquerade look adds a little mystery to her end-of-year dance. Angelic white + all the sparkles = fairytale.

 

2. Kat in 10 Things I Hate About You

For all her in-your-face attitude, Kat’s prom look was pared-back and totally nineties. With cami straps and a string of pearls, this chic get-up is one that’ll survive the family photo album rounds for years to come.

 

3. Cady Heron in Mean Girls

OK, Cady screwed up a lot during her time at North Shore High – but one thing she smashed was prom night. The track jacket isn’t exactly the glam look we had in mind, but everything about this Mathletes mash-up means she stuck to her true self, and that deserves a crown surely.

 

4. Blair Waldorf in Gossip Girl

Blair’s prom dress had us on the edge of our seats even more than her jaw-dropping antics on Gossip Girl. Channelling all the couture vibes (only the best for Queen B, natch) her Marchesa gown has a total princess shape and opulent gold details.

 

5. Hermione Granger in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

When you’ve got magic on your side, there’s no excuse not to be your best self at prom. In pretty pink with femme-fabulous ruffles, it seems like Hermione did some timeturner tricks to make her Yule Ball look feel so this-season.

 

6. Taylor in She’s All That

We weren’t a fan of  her nasty ways, but when it comes to Taylor’s prom look we’ve only got love. This ultra-glam gown is oh-so-extra, but on the biggest night in your high school calendar, why the hell not?

 

7. Eleven in Stranger Things

Forget slaying demodogs, the biggest scenes were on the dance floor for Eleven and Mike. In the ultimate ‘80s throwback, she rocks puff sleeves like a pro and ties things together with a belt that says ‘I don’t try too hard’.

 

8. Gabrielle in High School Musical 3: Senior Year

Amidst their freak-outs about graduating, Troy and Gabrielle managed to look like megastars for their final performance. This gorgeous mini puts a modern spin on prom dressing, and the pretty flower corsage adds a touch of the tradish.

 

9. Hannah, Emily, Spencer and Aria in Pretty Little Liars

They didn’t know who A was, but Hannah, Emily, Spencer and Aria took their A-game to prom with look-at-me dresses and moody black liner. These PLL huns chose floor-length styles for all the drama and had us totally transfixed.

10. Sandy in Grease

Summer lovin’ happened so fast, but Sandy’s prom dress has stayed an icon for the long run. Swishy layers and retro vibes make this cutesy frock perfect for Pink Lades in the making.

 

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Copper Garden: My 2018 Vision Board

Whether you’re smashing or slippin’ up on your new year’s resolutions, we could all do with a little bit of motivation to keep us on firmly on track. That’s why we spoke to Jess, style and travel blogger at Copper Garden, to find out she’s going about turning her dreams into reality… it’s time to #LiveYourBestLife.

 

My Vision Board

 

I love making resolutions and setting realistic goals for each year. For 2018, my main focus is to be more free and adventurous. Throughout the year, I want to travel to at least five new destinations and explore the culture through more than just a YouTube video. This kind of goes hand in hand with wanting to leave my comfort zone and do things that I would usually have tried to shy away from. Someone once told me that magic happens when you leave your comfort zone and having proved this twice, I’m determined to keep moving forward in the right direction. My other resolutions include making bolder fashion choices – like wearing statement earrings more often or actually giving colour a try. And finally, to focus on my health and wellbeing because if you’re not looking after number one, how can you live your best life?!

 

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5 Ways to Wear Monochrome Accessories

What’s black, white and babein’ all over? These major new monochrome drops, ofc. Starting our new season wardrobes off on a sleek-as slate, these just-in jewels and bags are here to give our style get-ups a glam-over like no other. Wanna know more? Here are five ways to wear the monochrome accessories of the moment.

 

1. The Star Bag

 

If you’re still obsessed with all things celestial, then this dreamy cross-body bag is here to give the trend a new season glow-up. Appliquéd with a row of metallic stars, and finished with glossy gold hardware, this black-and-white beaut is the only weekend bag that you’ll ever need – wear yours from brunch to bar with your BFFs.

 

2. The Drop Earrings

 

Playful with a serious style punch, ball-drop earrings are still going strong the season ahead. Make them feel super-fresh with these monochrome must-haves, designed with black and chevron-striped balls. Add to their so-extra vibe with the co-ordinating necklace.

 

3. The Chevron Bag

 

Black and white stripes have been in since forever, and this zig-zag bag gives the trend a whole new spin. Featuring a bold chevron pattern and gold chain detailing on the strap, this cross-body cutie has got your AM-to-PM plans covered. A must-have for SS18.

 

4. The Statement Necklace

 

Statement jewellery is back – and it’s had a monochrome makeover for the new season. Prove that bold is better with this crush-worthy collar necklace, blooming with black and white flowers that fall right in line with springtime. Wear yours to that so-fancy spring wedding.

 

5. The Fringed Hoops

 

Hoops + tassels = the dream combination. Bring the trend into your ‘drobe with these glam gold half-hoop earrings, designed with all-black fringing for a statement look that’ll make all your mates stare. Show ‘em off to the max with tucked-back hair.

 

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5 New Beachwear Arrivals to Take On Your Next Vacay

Can’t wait till summer? Get your dose of sunshine right now with the new-in beachwear drops that are begging to be whisked away on a cheeky ‘lil getaway. From mega-babe bikinis and cover-ups to the hottest beach accessories, these holiday must-haves will get you hyped in no time at all. Soz winter – we’re so over you.

1. The Swimsuit

 

Whether you’re relaxin’ and maxin’ by the pool, or having a splash in the sea, this new-in swimsuit will serve up serious levels of sass. Designed in nautical navy, this frilled fave comes with a plunging neckline, plus a cute cut-out and bow on the back – so ready for those sunset ‘grams.

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2. The Bikini

 

If your holiday wardrobe is basically 50% bikinis (sorry not sorry) then this two-in-one dream has got your space-saving needs covered. Printed with tropical flowers on one side and a bold tribal pattern on the other, this clever two-piece lets you switch up your poolside style *and* leaves you enough dollar for another cocktail. Winning.

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3. The Shorts

 

Even if most of your vacay plans involve lazing around on a sun lounger, you still need to nail what you’re wearing to the bar for lunchtime LOLs with your holiday huns. Do it in a white bandeau bikini that shows off your tan to a tee, and team it with printed shorts that’ll feel cool and loose in the midday heat.

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4. The Cover-Up

 

Beach-bumming isn’t just a hobby – it’s a way of life. Get in the mood for sun, sea and sand with this full-colour kaftan, printed with chevron stipes – perfect for taking you from beach to, well, beach. Add on a matching bag for all the stand-out vibes.

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5. The Sunglasses

 

You might’ve not seen the sun for what feels like forever at this point so it could be easy to forget to pack your sunnies for your next beach break. Need a new pair that you couldn’t bear to leave at home? Just get an eyeful of these rose gold wonders, designed with cool rounded lenses that’ll keep out the rays and have you looking stylish until sundown.

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Shelley Morecroft: My 2018 Vision Board

2018 is in full swing – and this year, we’re all about living our best lives. To spread the feel-good vibes (and keep us motivated in bleak, bleak winter), we asked our fave blogger babes to share their game-changing goals with us through Insta-worthy vision boards – and ngl, they’re giving us life right now. First up: Shelley Morecroft, London-based petite fashion blogger at www.shelleymorecroft.co.uk. Here’s what she had to say…

 

My Vision Board

 

My main goal for 2018 is to travel more. I can’t wait to see more the world! I also want to become more confident in wearing vibrant colours and bold patterns, and what better way to do so than to wear the most stunning bikinis on a lovely holiday? The new year is also about staying true to myself. As Diane von Furstenberg one said, “Jewellery is like the perfect spice – it always complements what’s already there”. So I’ll be investing in new jewellery pieces to give me that last boost I need to rock any outfit and feel like I can conquer anything.

 

My Top Picks for 2018

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The Elle Next Door: My New Year Trend Edit

Need some newness in your wardrobe for 2018? We asked Ellie Adams, blogger babe at The Elle Next Door, to show us the bags, jewels and accessories that she’s crushin’ on right now. Here are her favourite five trends…

 

1. The Winter Warmers

 

I absolutely adore this combo – each piece is super-cosy and the colours work beautifully together to create the perfect wintery, girly look! The grey sequin hat has become a winter staple as it’s thermal so it keeps you toasty all day long. The matching mittens are also really cute – they keep your hands warm and they let you use your phone at the same time too. Practical and pretty! The scarf is another current wardrobe favourite. In a deep fuschia pink, this stand-out piece is so thick, cosy and beautifully soft too. Once you wrap yourself up in it, I promise you’ll never want to take it off.

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2. The Metallic Backpack

 

Backpacks are such a key trend for this winter, as well as metallic – so this is definitely your go-to bag. I love that it looks amazing whilst also being super-practical.

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3. The Fairisle Knits

 

One thing Accessorize do incredibly well is matching accessories, and this Fairisle knitted beanie hat and mittens are a perfect example of this. The beautiful, bright pattern do all the talking, meaning you can wear it with a neutral, effortless outfit.

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4. The Embellished Bag

 

This stunning embellished bag is the perfect piece for a dressier occasion, and I adore the nude-hued, jewel tones as it just goes with so many looks and outfits.

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5. Rose Gold Jewellery

 

Accessorize have been my go-to high street jewellery brand for a while now because not only do they nail every trend, but they also make classic wearable pieces too – just like these new season styles. This rose gold watch is beautifully flattering, chic and sophisticated, and these pretty stacking rings complement each other so well. I also love these layering bracelets – I’m much more of a fan of delicate jewellery than large statement pieces, and this bracelet is my favourite way of layering up without ever looking over the top.

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5 Transitional Wardrobe Essentials You Need Right Now

Now that 2018 is well underway, it’s time to secure a major mix of fresh accessories to see you through now and next season. From babein’ bags to scarves with cool-girl appeal, we meet the five transitional wardrobe essentials that you’ll wanna get your hands quicker than you can say ‘thanks babe, it’s new’.

 

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1. The Mini Bag

 

Fashion fact: a girl can never have too many mini bags. Defined as the ultimate AM-to-PM heroes, this pint-sized picks have upped their game for 2k18 – think powdery shades of pink and blue, fierce animal textures and hits of modern monochrome.

 

2. The Checked Scarf

 

This scarf = your new go-to piece for Scandi-style layering. Designed with a cool grey and pink palette, this checked knit brings all the clean-cut vibes to your wardrobe, making it so right for now and the cooler days of spring too. Wear it with a chunky jumper in cold weather, teaming it with a tee and XXL denim jacket when the sunshine (finally) hits.

3. The Metallic Backpack

 

If your backpack collection is in dire need of a refresh, then this silver style has your name written all over it (not literally, obvs). Minimal yet mega, this dome-shaped design will rack up all the cool points – whether worn with your fave knit or the swishy midi dress that you can’t wait to wear this spring.

 

4. The Everyday Tote

 

Everyone needs a tote bag to throw their entire life into – and especially on those awkward in-between days when you basically spend half your time peeling layers off and on again. This dusky blue baby has more than enough room for your new season essentials (emergency scarf included), and comes with a zip-top fastening to keep everything in one place.

 

5. The New Work Bag

 

Want a work bag that you can wear now and right through next season? Enter this fancy floral hun. Giving us life with its dreamy muted blooms, this pretty ‘lil thing will bring all the springtime feels to your wardrobe, plus its structured styling means it swish enough for the office. Fashion win.

 

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The Freshest New Activewear Arrivals from Spirit

How to get excited about working out? New gear to do it all in, obvs. So whether you’re hitting or gym or sweating it out at a fitness class, give your motivation a jump-start with the freshest activewear arrivals from Spirit of Accessorize. It’s time to get physical.

 

Say it Loud

 

Picture this: you’re all geared up to go to that new spin class but it’s raining and your BFF’s bailed. The temptation to go back to bed is more than real rn so you need to give yourself a pep talk – and fast. The solution? A swish slogan vest to make you feel like the gym-bunny babe you already know you are.

 

Girl in Grey

 

Going straight from barre to brunch and got no time to change? Don’t lose your chill, girl – just throw on this grey get-up and cover all bases. Stretch it out in this space-dyed crop top and jogger combo, slipping on the matching hoodie for smashed-avo-on-sourdough vibes.

 

Print Power

 

If you wish you were finding your yoga flow on a beach rather than a sweaty studio (we hear you), then this palm-print crop top is sure to give your new-year enthusiasm an extra ‘lil boost. Team it with the matching leggings for all the Insta fitness star feels.

 

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Style Confessional: My New Year Trend Edit

Fashion funds might be low right now (payday, where you at?) but luckily, there are ways to add some freshness into your wardrobe without having to splurge on a whole new outfit. Need some inspo? We asked Lucia Grace, all-time Insta crush and blogger babe at Style Confessional, to show us the must-have accessories that she’s got her eye on for 2018. Here’s her new year trend edit.

 

1. Clean Jewellery

 

After all the extravagance of the festive period, I’m loving dialling it back to basics with these jewellery pieces. The clean metal shapes are tirelessly chic, and are perfect way to accessorise even the most simple of January outfits.

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2. The Monochrome Bag

 

Nothing says new year, new you like a new statement hand bag. This pint-sized black and white beauty is embellished with studs and stars, and nails the monochrome trend on the head.

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3. Statement Earrings

 

I’m totally obsessed with these mismatched earrings. Worn with vintage denim and a white shirt, they do all the talking and add a gorgeous tribal twist to the look.

 

 

The second pair of statement earrings I chose were these gorgeous red beaded discs. The bright pop of red looks great worn with a patterned shirt – a fun way to beat those January blues!

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5. The Blanket Scarf

 

It’s January and temperatures have really started to plummet, so blanket scarves are one of my favourite trends this season. This gorgeous monochrome one in a classic houndstooth print drapes beautifully and is super snuggly too.

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The Best 3 Super-Bags for Your New Season Detox

Put down the green stuff. This year, the only thing that’s getting a detox is our wardrobes, and these three super-bags (see what we did there?) are here to shake up our style line-ups for SS18. Wanna have a taste? Here are our feel-good fashion faves…

1. The Green Goddess

 

Need a new season pick-me-up? Designed in a lush green hue, this barrel-shaped bag will have you sorted for work and play. Stirring things up with glossy gold hardware for an extra kick, this down-sized design is the swishest way to refresh your wardrobe in time for the arrival of SS18.

 

2. The Citrus Zinger

 

Giving our new season ‘fits all the zing that they’ll ever need, this cute yellow camera bag is our latest style squeeze. Softly-structured for a fresh new feel, this cross-body design has got our brunch-to-bar needs covered with its so-bold hue, long shoulder strap (hello, hands free) and two zipped compartments for all those essentials.

 

3. The Berry Blast

 

If you need a hit of something sweet, then this berry-hued backpack is the *so* the one.  Whizzing up its quilted designed with leather-look pockets and a top panel, this sports-luxe number will nourish your new season get-ups with all the style points. Delish.

 

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5 Work Bags to Refresh Your Office Style

New year, new gear. Get back on the daily grind with the best five work bags to refresh your office style, from super-sized totes and satchels to boss-babe backpacks.

 

1. The Bowler Bag

 

An all-time retro fashion fave, bowler bags are back in the game for 2k18 – and their v modern makeover means they’re perfect for the nine-to-five. Featuring a cool colour block, this handheld hun is the only way to go from your desk to happy hour with the work wives.

 

2. The Backpack

 

Handbags not really your thing? No sweat – this all-black backpack is clean, cool and swish enough to wear to the office. Giving us all the city gal feels, this leather-look style has a zipped pocket inside its roomy main compartment to keep you as organised as poss. And the best bit? It works just as well for weekend brunch dates too.

 

3. The Hobo Bag

 

Hobo bags have reinvented their reputation for SS18, with minimal shapes taking over classic slouchy designs. Bring ‘em back into your new season wardrobe with this sleek style in a soft, muted pink, with two zipped sections for all your boss babe essentials. Carry it in the crook of your arm (so profesh) or wear it over your shoulder when you grab your morning coffee.

 

4. The Satchel

 

Yep, you heard right – satchels are back for the new season, shaking off their playground persona for a grown-up vibe that’s so right for the daily grind. Get in on the trend with this all-grey number with multiple zip pockets, plus a long-line shoulder strap for going hands-free on your commute. Too good

5. The Leather Bag

If you want a work bag that’ll look the biz *and* you can basically wear forever, then this black leather style is so the one.  Designed with suede panels for a textural switch-up, this zip-top shoulder bag has more than enough room for your office must-haves – meaning you can say goodbye to that extra tote for your laptop/trainers/online shopping. Win-win.

 

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3 New-In Accessory Trends to Update Your January Wardrobe

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3 New-In Accessory Trends to Update Your January Wardrobe

See ya, sequins. Now that the new year is *finally* here, we want our wardrobes to suit the mood of new season – and these fresh new styles are the best place to start. So whether you’re overhauling your entire style vibe or just need to bring it bang up to date, meet the three new-in accessory trends to update your January wardrobe.

 

1. Modern Monochrome

 

Black + white = the dream equation. Wear it in a whole new way this January with the must-have bags of the new season, designed with chevron stripes, graphic prints and star-studded appliqués that are anything but basic. Or, try the trend with monochrome jewels – we’re talking tasselled hoops, ball-drop earrings and pom-pom rings to set your Insta feed on fire.

 

 

2. Clean Lines

 

Want a bag to wear now *and* right through SS18? Make room in your new season wardrobe for pastel palettes, animal textures and classic colour combos on cool, understated designs that’ll take you straight from AM to PM. No fuss, no frills – these bags are all you need for an instant style refresh.

 

 

3. Glam Geometrics

 

Geometric jewellery has been on our style radar for several seasons now, serving up all the Scandi vibes with minimal shapes and clean lines. This year, the trend has seriously glammed up its game with cool crescents, swish brushed metals and statement-making proportions that give a subtle nod to retro styling. Whether you go for so-extra earrings, a need-now necklace or an XXL ring, this latest line-up of geometric jewels is sure to make ‘em stare.

 

 

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