Top-Notch Topknots

Lately the return of the high bun on the catwalks and red carpets has added a touch of glamour to the everyday practical hairstyle. This sweet 'do' is a chance to focus on make up and neckline of a beautiful dress as all of the focus lies on the face and shoulders. We have had oversized bows, feathers and hair accesories galore, little braids and loose side plaits, as well as grungey locks and teenage dye jobs. Now the topknot is the hottest hairstyle to rock this Spring. What do you think?

1. Marc Jacobs SS10

2. Luella SS10

3. Sarah Jessica Parker

4. January Jones

battle of the knuckle-duster

Big bold chunky rings are one of my greatest passions in life! I cannot get enough of a two-finger ring of 3 small pewter skulls I bought before Christmas in a Bangkok night market. Here are some of the cool ones I've recently scoped out..

As Above:

1. Never knuckleduster by Auds

2. 3 finger ring by Vivienne Westwood

3. Moustache ring by Mr Kate

4. Skull knuckleduster by Alexander McQueen

WONDERLAND MANIA

I'm toying with the idea of throwing a mad-hatter's tea party in time for the release of 'Alice in Wonderland.' I am already salivating at the thought of the costumes, make-up and set. Those crafty kingpins of consumerism never miss a trick and many designers have caught onto the 'Alice' craze in time to launch limited edition ranges of their products. The Alice inspired products below are making me smile like a cheshire cat (sorry - couldn't resist!)











1. spectacular Alice pumps by Nicholas Kirkwood
2. limited edition Alice collection of O.P.I. nail polish
3. Gaga with her favourite accessory - her trusty china teacup

The Pinko Show

Any campaign which stars Erin Wasson is fine by me. The edgy Texan beauty is perfect as the face of the Italian brand. The most recent Pinko campaign for Spring/Summer 10 seems to share its aesthetic with this season's Balmain. All khaki utilitarian combats with embellished shoulders and killer shoes. Nude tones and sexy black lace for the army girl with a touch of sparkle. Most of all I love Erin's expression in the pictures of "What? You don't look like this when you're getting dressed in the morning?"

Fashion Week Frolics

Various pictures of me and fashionable friends at the PPQ after-party. The fabulous photos are courtesy of my dear friend at eightlondon.blogspot.com using her beast of a Canon. I think it is imperative that I treat myself and invest in a DSLR now - there is nothing better than a bit of flash photography! Is there any particular camera model that you budding photographers out there recommend? Canon vs. Nikon?

What I wore:

grey short sleeved leotard - River Island

cut-off denim shorts - Topshop

lace tights - no label/can't remember

high heeled Chelsea boots - ASOS

quilted leather backpack - vintage Chanel

PPQ After Party

Miss eightlondon and I pictured below hit up new London club Runway for the PPQ after-show party this fashion week. Amy Winehouse's talented young god-daughter Dionne Bromfield serenaded us with old school soul classics as well as a couple original tracks. There were some very antisocially structural outfits which could have been used as weapons! We had great giggles. More pictures to come!

Thomas Hartley: Watch this Space

One of my gorgeous girl friends has teamed up with a talented Central Saint Martins graduate to launch an exquisite womenswear line. The brand is named Thomas Hartley after the Yorkshire based designer. They jumped at the chance to exhibit their new label at London Fashion Week. I paid them a visit in the New Young Designers area at Somerset House to see the sample pieces in the flesh. Here are some pictures of my favourite pieces from the luxurious autumnal collection.