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How to Wear the Lilac Trend

Move over, millennial pink. Lilac is the colour of  2k18, packing a punch on the catwalks and on the streets, from top-to-toe pastel styling to accent accessories. But mark our words – this season’s sugar-sweet hue is anything but twee, shaking off its cutesy connotations with clean, minimalist shapes and unexpected deets. So get ready to head into the violet hour – here’s how to wear the lilac trend for SS18.

 

As Seen On

 

If the French fash pack are anything to go by, this is how to wear lilac well. Breaking out the parma violet feels for Paris Fashion Week, these street stylers bided adieu to winter (see ya, babe) with powder purple suits, wrap-around coats and softly-tailored separates, while out-there accessories came in the shape of tinted shades and shoulder-grazing statement earrings.

 

1. The Cross-Body Bags

 

Cross-body bags offer a mega-easy route into the lilac trend, with down-sized designs adding all the spring vibes to any get-up. Grab a swish suede style to wear at big-deal occasions (nights out, weddings and prom – we’re looking at you), or bring a ‘lil lavender to weekend ‘fits with a circle bag – aka the it-accessory of SS18.

 

2. The Everyday Bags

 

Wanna take lilac to the next level? Go big with a Scandi-style backpack in the candyfloss colour of the moment, designed with more-than-enough space for your everyday essentials. For something that’s more work-to-weekend, make the supersized tote your number one hun.

 

3. The Spring Scarf

 

If the chills are showing no signs of backing down (eye roll) but you’re so over your winter warmers, then consider the pastel scarf your between-season saviour. This pleated piece will make sure you stay wrapped up yet SS18-ready, and it’s all thanks to its poppin’ purple hue. Wear it with a bold knit for now, switching to a cool cami and oversized denim jacket for when the weather *finally* gets its act together.

 

4. The Earrings

 

Whether you’re a minimalist or a maximalist (or, y’know, somewhere in between), earrings are a so-now way to tap into the lilac trend. Get in that 90s state of mind with two-tone pastel hoops to wear with sporty shapes and retro get-ups, or swish on over from brunch to bar with beaded tassels, showing ‘em off with slicked-back hair.

 

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5 Statement Earrings to Make You Swoon

Statement earrings = the so-now way to add some glam to your get-up. From colour-pop pairs to the swishiest tassels in town, this it-accessory is supersizing its fashion status for SS18, making them our go-to outfit extras from day to dark. Here are our top five trend picks of the moment.

 

1. The Colour-Pop Pairs

 

Want your jewels to be as out-there as you are? Clock these colour-pop pairs. High-octane hues of blue, green, pink and coral are here to up the fun factor of these statement styles, with tassels, feathers and bold beads adding to the look-at-me vibes. We’ll take one of each, plz.

 

2. The New Hoops

 

The ultimate minimalist must-have, hoop earrings have gone next level for the new season. Bows, two-tone metals, layered designs and resin textures are standing alongside clean, 90s-inspired pairs as major style essentials, giving our ‘fits that extra hit of cool.

 

3. The Clean Metals

 

Newsflash: Scandi-inspired styling is staying put for SS18, with a focus on clean, brushed metals, circular lines and exaggerated proportions. From oversized discs to shoulder-sweeping shapes, these pared-down pairs are the subtle way to do statement this season.

 

4. The Beaded Beauts

 

Combining two of this season’s most mega trends (bold colours and tassels, fyi), beaded earrings are having a real moment right now. Sunshine yellows, babein’ blues and greens, and powdery pastels promise to make your lobes look lit for SS18, taking you from AM to PM like a total pro.

 

5. The Swishy Tassels

 

By now, you don’t need us to tell you how much tassel earrings are trending so we’re just gonna let these statement-makers do all the talking instead. Muted tones, pretty pastels and all-black pairs are swishing their way onto the scene, daring to be different with blooming floral studs and glossy metal designs.

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4 Mega Sterling Silver Jewellery Trends

When it comes to jewellery that you actually wanna wear forever, sterling silver pretty much tops the list: it’s classic, cool and promises to go the distance without losing its style status. So whether you wanna treat yo’self or gift your best babes, here are four of the most mega sterling silver jewellery trends to get to know now.

1. Contemporary Cool

 

In case you needed proof that minimalism are here to stay, then just take a look at this sterling silver freshness. Taking the 90s’ hoop trend and giving them a Scandi-style spin, these pared-back pairs combine clean lines and geometric shapes into their modern designs, making them total must-haves in your all-season wardrobe.

 

2. Crystals from Swarovski®

 

Sparkle like you mean it – sterling silver jewels is getting the glam treatment this season, and it’s all thanks to these crush-worthy crystals from Swarovski®. Dazzle up in glistening drops of green and turquoise, dreamy pinks, cool greys and more, with so-extra embellishments making their mark on the daintiest designs.

 

3. Barely-There Sparkle

 

Subtle is the name of the game for these sterling silver picks, with small-scale sparkles lending simple styles mega luxe points. Layer up on long-line chains with twinkling symbolic charms, dressing up your digits with delicate rings that you can stack together or wear solo.

 

4. Eastern Vibes

 

 If you’re a boho babe at heart, then Eastern-inspired jewels are here to give your ‘fits all the free-spirited feels. From stacking rings to mini hoops, look out for sterling silver styles with intricate deets, turquoise stones and moody stone embellishments, playing mix and match with your fave pieces to create that effortless thrown-on vibe.

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5 Celebrity Looks to Steal for Prom

Calling the class of 2018 – get prepped for the biggest night of the year with the five celebrity-inspired looks to steal for prom, with red carpet-worthy inspo from the likes of Alexa Chung, Lupita Nyong’o and Perrie Edwards. It’s time to go glam.

 

1. Alexa Chung

 

If the thought of wearing hair clips conjures up flashbacks of primary school discos then rest assured that 2k18’s remakes are anything but cringe. Case in point? Alexa Chung. The model, designer and all-round ‘it’ girl showed us how to make classic look cool with pearl-topped slides worn with vintage waves, complementing her cream-coloured dress (that collar though) to absolute perfection.

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2. Lupita Nyong’o

 

Long live the statement earring. Making the simplest ‘fits look more than mega, these stand-out styles promise to the biz for big-deal occasions too – and Lupita Nyong’o knows it. The actress rocked the red carpet with a statement silver pair, kept in full focus with a high-neck gown (Ellie Saab, we heart you) and a sleek ‘lil up-do. Prom night perfection.

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3. Perrie Edwards

 

If the prom dress of your dreams comes with a plunging neckline, then a dainty layered necklace is the only way to accessorise. Giving us all the ethereal feels, singer Perrie Edwards proved our point with luxe gold chains worn with a floor-sweeping style in all-glam white – the dreamiest look for starry nights.

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4. Margot Robbie

 

Need to give your prom night get-up an extra hit of glam? Enter the metallics.  Take tips from actress Margot Robbie with a cute clutch bag in high-shine silver, styled with a blush pink dress with feathers and shimmering sparkles that feel so right for the dance floor.

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5. Rita Ora

 

Now, we wouldn’t usually say that that arm candy is any kinda prom night essential (mates before dates and all that) but we *have* to make an exception for this. Keeping it extra in a fancy feathered ballgown, singer Rita Ora made us crush hard with a stack of statement bracelets that sparkled like woah, giving her look all the prom princess feels.

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4 Exclusive Floral Accessories to Crush On

Now that it’s almost spring (sunshine, we’re ready), the high street is full of florals for our petal-picking pleasure. And while we’re definitely spoilt for choice, we have found ourselves wishing for something a little more different to the status quo – and that’s where the Bloomsbury print comes in. Painted by hand by our mega-talented designers right here in our London studio, these v exclusive (and oh-so-dreamy) florals are blooming across this season’s styles, perking up our wardrobes with an instant hit of pretty.  Here are our floral faves.

 

 

 

1. The Handheld Bag

 

Hey, lady – handheld bags are big this spring, with fancy floral patterns giving them all the prim-and-proper feels. Featuring a structured silhouette with hand-painted blooms, this mini must-have will add extra polish to all your get-ups, from tea dresses to casj tees-and-jean combos.

 

2. The Backpack

 

There’s something about a bloom-covered backpack that feels super spring-like, and we think this cute little number is sure to stand out amongst the season’s pastel palettes. Minimal and modern with a stand-out feel, this printed pick will spruce up your new season ‘fits with zero effort – even if you’re still having to wear your winter coat (spring, where you at?).

 

3. The Cross-Body Bag

 

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again – the cross-body bag is the ultimate 24/7 hero. Bring it into your spring style agenda with this floral-print fave, designed with multiple mini pockets and a chain-detail shoulder strap that lets you go hands-free – meaning you won’t ever be going quiet on the group chat again.

 

4. The Scarf

 

Cold-weather knits, be gone. As we move into spring, it’s all about lightweight layers and blooming florals – and thankfully, this babe of a scarf ticks both boxes. Throw it on over tees and oversized denim jackets for fresh weekend vibes, tying it onto the handle of your tote when it’s back to the daily grind.

 

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5 Street Style Trends from London Fashion Week AW18

Pinterest boards at the ready – your AW18 outfit inspo starts right here, all geared up to give your wardrobe the glo-up that it’s been waiting for. From circle bags to the new wave of statement earrings, here are the five biggest street style trends that we spotted at London Fashion Week AW18.

 

1. Circle Bags

Circle bags are our ultimate obsession right now, upping the style factor on our AM-to-PM looks. The fashionable masses seemed to agree, with exaggerated proportions, compact shapes and textured designs making us swoon on the capital’s streets.

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2. Statement Earrings

Tassels, balls and fancy feathers – statement earrings stole all the stares at London Fashion Week. From high-octane hues to glam metals with all the gloss, these shoulder-grazing styles aren’t going anywhere just yet, swishing their way from this season to the next.

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3. Power Pastels

 Pastels aren’t just for spring. From powdery pinks and luxe lilacs to pops of green, these sorbet hues are here to bring all the sweetness to our AW18 ‘fits too. Look out for cross-body bags and clutches in candy floss colours, or max out on muted palettes with pretty statement earrings.

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4. Bumbags

Nope, we’re not kidding – bumbags are back in a major new way, shaking off their retro ‘90s vibe for something way more modern. From quilted cuties and boxy shapes to minimal designs, the throwback trend got some serious airtime with the street stylers at #LFW, giving their get-ups and extra hit of cool.

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5. Luxe Jewellery

Jewellery got a glam-over on the capital’s streets, with glam golds being the metal of choice for the fash pack. Stone-embellished earrings mixed minimalism with boho-luxe styling, while geometric chokers and layered pendants brought stand-out appeal to simple pieces.

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3 Blogger Looks from London Fashion Week AW18

Ah, London Fashion Week. The hottest street stylers on our Insta feeds conquered the capital once again, making us swoon over their sartorial choices – and giving us all the wardrobe inspo for the season ahead. From the outfits to the accessories, here are three of the best blogger looks from London Fashion Week AW18.

 

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1. Naomi Ross

 

Florals for winter? Now *that’s* ground-breaking. Showing us that blooms can work for now and later, Naomi Ross, our Insta fashion crush at @rossio_style, paired her pastel coat (those sleeves though) and black leather trousers with a cute cross-body bag, covered in dreamy florals. Gold-toned accessories upped the glam factor of this AW18-approved look, from the sunglasses right down to the precious plated jewels.

 

 

2. Ellen Brockbank

 

Circle bags + tassel earrings = the ‘it’ accessories of now. Ellen Brockbank, talent manager and fashion blogger at What Ellen Wears, proved that both trends are back on the map for AW18 with this major monochrome ‘fit, styled with statement red earrings (so swishy) plus a round cross-body bag  in babein’ burgundy. In love.

 

 

3. Liv Blankson

 

Circle bags + tassel earrings = the ‘it’ accessories of now. Ellen Brockbank, talent manager and fashion blogger at What Ellen Wears, proved that both trends are back on the map for AW18 with this major monochrome ‘fit, styled with statement red earrings (so swishy) plus a round cross-body bag  in babein’ burgundy. In love.

 

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5 Day Bag Styles to Get Your Hands On Now

The perfect day bag should be three things: cute, compact and mega-versatile – ‘cause there’s no point if it doesn’t go with just about everything you own, right? Luckily, the latest wave of wardrobe wonders tick all the criteria, leaving you with the v difficult task (ahem) of choosing between them. From saddle styles to bumbags (not even joking), here are the five day bag styles to get your hands on right now.

 

1. The Cross-Body Bag

 

All hail cross-body bags. Letting us go hands-free in style (v practical for when we’re holding morning coffees/petting dogs on the train/snapping those Instas), these down-sized designs are a major fashion fave. Need to update your collection? Go for structured styles with high-shine chain straps, with metallics, neutrals and bold colours up for grabs.

 

2. The Day-to-Night Bag

 

If, like us, your girls-only Saturday brunches have a tendency to end up in the nearest bar (sorry not sorry) then this season’s day-to-night bags have got all your weekend plans covered. Made from swish suede, these AM-to-PM picks can be worn as a cross-body bag by day, before doubling up as cute clutch by night. Magic.

 

3. The Circle Bag

 

Circle bags have got us in a spin for SS18, with rounded designs making themselves known as the new minimalist heroes. Bring ‘em into your work-to-weekend vibe with leather and suede styles that you’ll be wearing forevs, or start your spring off right with colour-block cuties in powder blue.

4. The Bumbag

 

Even if you’re convinced that bumbags never should’ve left the 90s, we have a sneaky feeling that this season’s styles might just change your mind. Made from luxe leather in metallic grey and black, these mini must-haves are the outfit extras that’ll rack up your Insta likes like woah.

 

5. The Saddle Bag

 

Calling all vintage huns – saddle bags are firmly on the fashion radar, giving our get-ups all the 70s’ feels. Add a little retro cool to your SS18 line-up with softly-structured styles in classic tan or muted palettes for something a ‘lil more now.

 

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Z for Accessorize: The Limited Edition Collection is Here

Drop everything – our long-time love Z for Accessorize is back on the scene for the new season and this time, it’s brought a few (v exclusive) limited edition jewels with it. Bringing all the wows with need-now necklaces, cocktail rings, earrings and more, this 27-piece capsule collection features perfect pieces crafted in weightier metals with larger semi-precious stones, from dreamy rose quartz to so-extra labradorite embellishments. Here’s your first look…

 

Layer Player

 

Chokers, pendants and long-line chains – meet the necklaces that were made to be noticed. Featuring statement styles and dainty picks plated in high-gloss gold, this all-new hit of collar candy demands mega double-takes, thanks to its modern designs, cubic zirconia sparkles and semi-precious adornments.

Pearl Power

 

Didn’t think pearls were the height of fashion? Let these dreamy drops change your mind. From luxe lariat necklaces to cuffs and earrings, these must-have metals are decked out with mother-of-pearl moons for a touch of cosmic cool. Obsessed.

 

Modern Geometrics

 

Taking fashion’s favourite trends into a whole new direction, the new collection moves Scandi-style geometrics away from clean, minimalist designs, dosing up earrings, chokers and bracelets with a heavy hit of sparkle. Stars also get an SS18-approved update, with stone-encrusted statement rings taking the place of ditsy designs.

 

Love Triangle

 

Now *this* is our kinda love triangle. Detailed with pretty rose quartz stones and an outline of sparkles, these gold-plated pieces are giving us all the romantic feels for SS18 – without going too OTT. Need a bit more drama in your style get-ups? Get a crush on statement styles with dark (and handsome) labradorite embellishments. Yes please.

 

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Top 6 Embroidered Beachwear Picks

If, like us, you basically spent all of last year obsessing over all of the embroideries then we’ve got major news: the trend is back for SS18 and we think it’s better than ever before. So whether you’re heading for some winter sun or counting down the days till summer (we know we are), then our top six embroidered beachwear picks are guaranteed to get you in the mood for a sun-soaked getaway. Jet, set, go…

 

1. The Kaftan

 

A vintage fashion fave, the kaftan has had a serious glo-up for 2k18. Bring it into your suitcase selection with this dreamy white number, stitched with tropical flowers on its cool, crinkle fabric, and finished with a plunging neckline. Team it with layered chains and a pair of shades.

 

2. The Bikini

 

Wanna get your tan noticed? Embroidered with pretty pink blooms and finished with swishy ‘lil tassels, this all-white bikini is the only way to give your sun-kissed glow the airtime it so needs. Top it off with a strappy sun dress (in white, obvs) and metallic accessories to go from beach to bar.

 

3. The Boho Top

 

Whether thrown over your bikini or worn with cool denim cut-offs, this needle-worked number takes boho-babe styling to a whole new level. It’s detailed with embroidered patterns, mirrorwork embellishments and pom-poms, and promises to look more than mega on your next vacay.

 

4. The Sun Dress

 

Drop everything – the off-shoulder dress is back and this all-cotton cutie is giving us all the warm-weather feels. Styled with sea-blue stripes, this frilled fave comes with teeny-tiny mirrorwork embroideries, making sure you shimmer and shine under the rays. Wear it with a straw bag, sunnies and glam gold accessories.

 

5. The Cold-Shoulder Dress

 

Showing off your shoulders = a definite theme for SS18. Tap into the trend with this crinkled creation in black, featuring with cool cut-outs plus embroidered blooms in eye-popping colours. Layer it over your bikini to go from poolside to party like a total babe.

 

6. The Maxi Dress

 

If all-black everything is your style vibe but you still wanna get in on the embroidery trend, then this holiday get-up is so the one. Decked out with punchy pink blooms, this sand-grazing style will make maximum impact in your holiday wardrobe – we think it’ll look babein’ over your bikini. Matching sandals and cat-eye shades make up the need-now extras.

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3 Ways to Send Yourself Flowers on Valentine’s Day

V Day = me day. So whether you’re single, taken or somewhere in between, don’t hold out for Cupid to make your heart melt when the 14th rolls around. Instead, make yourself feel fly with a spot of self-love and treat yourself to a ‘lil somethin’-somethin’ for being the total babe that you know you are. But remember, while a dozen red roses *might* be the most obvious choice, you deserve a bunch that’ll last forever – here are three (other) ways to send yourself flowers on Valentine’s Day.

1. Floral Bags

 

Hot date or hanging with your mates? No matter what you’ve got planned for V Day, these freshly-picked floral bags will bring all the feels to your after-dark ‘fit. Get ready to crush on 3D blooms, sequins and sparkles, or play it a little more low-key with prints and embroideries. So much love.

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2. Floral Lingerie

 

Matching undies = the easiest way to make you feel like you’ve got your life together. Boost your babe status on Valentine’s Day with lust-worthy lace sets, delicately detailed with sultry blooms to make yourself swoon. Look out for semi-sheer styles in burgundy and black, or pick up some pretty in dreamy white intimates.

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3. Floral Jewels

 

Want some flowers that’ll last forever? Enter the jewels. From bloom-covered necklaces and pretty pendants, to sparkling rings and power-petalled earrings, these outfit add-ons are here to prove that true love can last an actual lifetime.

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Accessorize LOVE: Meet the New Premium Jewellery Collection

Sure, chocolates, roses and fluffy teddies that you don’t know *quite* what to do with are cool and that, but nothing quite compares to something that you actually can (and want to) keep right? That’s why we’ve created the Accessorize LOVE collection: a swoon-worthy selection of premium jewellery that’s 100% your type on paper – and the best part is, you’ll wanna wear each piece from now till, well, basically forever. Here’s your sneak peek…

 

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Z for Accessorize

 

Ah, Z for Accessorize. Designed exclusively in London by our gal Zara Simon, these jaw-dropping jewels have been sending our hearts aflutter ever since we first set eyes on them – and these latest lust-haves are definitely no exception. Showcasing pieces plated in gold, rose gold and platinum, the new drop is made up treasure-forever faves with dainty charms and semi-precious stones, from rose quartz to cubic zirconia sparkles. All of the heart eyes.

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Z for Accessorize with Crystals from Swarovski®

 

If you ever wanted to witness a match made in actual heaven, then this power pairing might just be it. Designed with dazzling crystals from Swarovski® on gold- and rose gold-plated metals, these need-now necklaces, rings and studs are here to bring all the sparkle. Stack ‘em up together or style them solo for instant look-at-me vibes.

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Sterling Silver

 

Can’t get enough of sterling silver? Whether you’re a minimalist, a maximalist or somewhere sorta in between, the lust-worthy line-up from Accessorize LOVE has every kinda gal covered. Think delicate pendant necklaces, bracelets and rings for a subtle shimmer, plus oversized styles that are guaranteed to make ‘em stare.

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Sterling Silver with Crystals from Swarovski®

Didn’t think we’d let sterling silver miss out on the Swarovski® action, did’ya? Upping the ante with crystals in crush-worthy colours, these swish styles are giving us all of the feels right now – and we just *know* they’re not ever going to lose their appeal. Layer on the necklaces, or make major impact with a cool bracelet or a pair of glam-girl studs.

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