Monthly Archives: January 2020

How to wear this season’s hottest trend: Sports Luxe

With the trend for rising wellness aspirations it’s no surprise Sports Luxe has taken off for SS20. An excuse to be effortlessly cool and comfortable all day, every day? Sign us up.

Over-sized shapes, balloon sleeves, drawstring detailing and spliced colour blocking were all seen on the SS20 ready-to-wear catwalks. In accessories we saw quilting, grab bags, webbing straps, backpacks and metallics.

This season, embrace all things comfortable, practical, and oh-so-cool. What Accessorize pieces will help you raise your fashion game?

PACK A PUNCH PINK

Bring your A-game with blush pinks and soft neutrals on modern shapes. Contrast zips, multi pockets and quilted panels will score you sporty style points. Why not try box-fresh sneakers paired with fun varsity socks. Whether you pair it with a summer dress or your fave pair of jeans, it’s a winning look. Don’t forget the accessories, like our metallic gym wash bag, lightweight baseball cap and blush nylon backpack.

EXTRA TEXTURE

For an every day take on Sports Luxe, it’s all about combining quilting, borg, toweling, high-shine and nylon all in one look. Keep your colour palette tight and let the texture do the talking. Try accessories like our new season teddy fur scrunchie, Claudia metallic leather bag and quilted EVERYTHING!

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The Best Beach Looks For Your Next Getaway

Let’s be honest, one of the most exciting parts of any holiday is the shopping you do to get your wardrobe paradise-perfect.

Whether you’re off for a tropical getaway, taking a festival-inspired escape or simply looking to travel in first-class style, we’ve done a little planning for you (you’re welcome!)

TROPICAL GETAWAY

There’s something about a bold and colourful print that gets you in the holiday spirit – think your dad’s Hawaiian shirt, but cooler. The Palm Print Dress is oh-so-cool and will take you from the pool to cocktails at sunset (don’t forget the matching Palm Print Fan!) Pair with bright accessories and a Shell Embellished Basket. 

POOLSIDE GLAM

There’s something about matching your accessories to your swimsuit that gives us serious chic vibes (also a little ’90s Clueless!) Fully embrace this Cher Horowitz look with the Bardot Pure Cotton Dress, perfect to take your look from brunch to the pool. Pair with the Macrame Pouch Bag and Rebecca Round Sunglasses for a cool – and practical – look! 

FIRST-CLASS TRAVEL

Embrace those celebs who turn up to their destination looking effortlessly cool with the Cotton Beach Trousers – comfy and beach-ready. The best way to travel is to be organised – while looking good – so pop everything in the Quilted Suitcase and keep your lotions and potions together in the Clear Cosmetic Bags. 

FESTIVAL ESCAPE

Think pattern clashing, more-is-more jewellery bold style -festival cool is taking over all year long. Pair the Striped Jumpsuit with the Eclectic Drop Earrings. Don’t forget your festival must-have Straw Panama Hat and on-trend Animal Print Bikini. 

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Making a Difference With The Monsoon Accessorize Trust This World Education Day

Since 1994, the Monsoon Accessorize Trust has been supporting projects that impact the most disadvantaged and vulnerable women and children around the world.

This World Education Day we’re shining the spotlight on our charity projects that are improving the lives of children and their families in slums near Delhi, who have no choice but to live and work on rubbish dumps.

The ‘rag-picking’ children support themselves and their families by rummaging through rubbish on the dumps in order to salvage scraps of cloth, paper and glass that can then be sold.  Many of them have younger siblings to look after, even though they are only children themselves.

THE TRUST

In association with Christian Aid and Phia Foundation, the Trust works to support these children through education, health and hygiene programmes. Through the charities, parents are encouraged to allow their children to visit bridge schools, where they are taught basic life skills and hygiene. The aim is to prepare these children for a more traditional education. This bespoke education scheme allows children and their families a better, brighter future. 

SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

Last year, Phia Foundation and Monsoon Accessorize Trust organised an educational visit to Ambedkar National Memorial. This trip taught children about the Indian constitutional value and the importance for every citizen of India, giving them a sense of belonging and an understanding of in Indian history. 

MEGHA AND PREETI’S STORIES

These sisters were both out of school and living in tough conditions. Once their parents agreed to send them to Phia’s education centre, the girls regained their confidence and self-belief and received a basic level of education and life skills. 

Due to the continuous education programme, they are now both doing well in the formal educational system. 

SONAM’S STORY

The youngest of six, Sonam is known as an introverted, sincere child. Three of her siblings were married at a young age due to dowry customs, while herself and the rest of her siblings work within the rag-picking colony in Bhowapur. 

Sonam regularly attended remedial classes at Jungu Education centre, run by Phia Foundation. Here she not only received basic support on health and education but also guidance on the school syllabus and other curricular activities. Due to her persistence and passion for learning, she was then admitted into the formal school system where she scored 91% in her annual exams. 

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Read more about the Trust’s work.

Mane Attraction: Styling Beautiful Bridal Hair

A bad hair day can well and truly make or break a day (and night) especially if it’s a special occasion! So, we’ve taken some classic hair styles and given then a makeover – complete with stunning accessories, of course. 

We ventured to Duck and Dry’s Soho salon to create some hair tutorials to inspire your next look. Next up, a fanciful bridal-inspired look for a special occasion. 

FIRST LOOK

STEP 1

Start the look by creating tousled waves with a curling tong. Take two sections from each side of the head and twirl toward the back of the head, pinning securely to create a half up style.

Add our Pearl Barrette Clip for a dressed up look.

STEP 2

TIE THE (CHIGNON) KNOT

STEP 1

For an undone bridal chignon, keep the half up and twist remaining hair at nape of the neck. Once all hair is in a twist, begin to coil it in a bun shape, securing with hidden bobby pins. Make it special (and hold in place) with our freshwater pearl pins.

BONUS 

Add some extra sparkle with the Starburst Headband (coming soon). 

GET THE LOOK

 
 
Feeling inspired? Watch the full video here.

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Our Best-Selling Bags & Purses Have Gone Vegan

Many are deciding to make more considered choices, choosing to go animal free with their diets and their fashion. Our new vegan collection allows you to shop the latest on-trend looks, while supporting your values. No compromise necessary! 


There are so many choices when it comes to picking the perfect bag: size, function, colour, shape, length of strap, material … the imaginary list (or literal if you’re that way inclined) goes on. Luckily for you, our range of vegan bags and purses can ensure you make a cool and considered choice, while ticking off your list.

The collection consists of our best-selling bags and purses that have had a vegan makeover! We picked the pieces most loved by you, from our backpacks and totes to crossbody bags and wallets.

The range has been registered with The Vegan Society and we’ve received the Vegan Trademark. This trademarks means all of the components of our registered products are created with materials free from animal product, by-product or derivative, this includes fabrics, threads, glues, dyes and treatments. It also means all manufacturing and materials are free from animal testing! It’s cool to be kind, right?  

Ultimately, having this seal of approval means you can add our best sellers to your collection knowing with certainty our vegan collection is free from animal products.

The New Classic

Introducing the bags that are about to gain must-wear status in your collection due to their timeless appeal. 

Style that works
Upgrade your everyday bag with the Morgan Vegan Work Bag, made from durable faux leather and featuring plenty of pockets for all your essentials (including snacks). 

Cross my heart
Meet your new undeniably cool plus one, The Taylor Vegan Crossbody Bag. Perfect for the everyday, this style of bag is adored by it girls and those in the fashion know (plus, there’s a small pocked in the front for your Oyster – fashion meets function!) 

Buckets of fun
Seriously cool and so on-trend, the Nerissa Vegan Handbag will give your collection a catwalk-approved tick (and has plenty of pockets to help keep you organised).

Locks of love
Fancy a modern update on a classic style? Say hello to the Millie Vegan Shoulder bag. With standout detailing and faux leather and faux suede, this bag is perfect for the everyday. 

Totes cool
Go back to basics with the Lenny Vegan Tote Bag. Come for the chic detailing and stay for the Goldilocks-approved size, there’s room for your laptop, lunch and workout gear.

 

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