Tuesday, 21 May 2013
Tulle Celebrations *Look Of The Day*
Dear Elgin Avenue readers,
A very Happy Tuesday to you all!
Skirt: Coast, T-Shirt: Boyfriend's - now mine!, Shoes: Zara (old)
Yesterday was a historic day for myself and my London College of Fashion class mates as we handed in our final ever ever ever projects.
Wahooooo!
This skirt has been topping my lust list for ages (remember it here?) and in the spirit of celebration today seems the perfect day to share this high/low look Lea and I shot last week.
Needless to say I am head over heels for this heavenly tulle concoction. The ombre dyeing is a modern take on the full skirt and the colour palette allows for interchangeable pairing. I opted for a battered old T-shirt as the ying to my ball-skirt yang, but equally you could opt for something more luxe, I like this simple strappy cami from Topshop.
Necklace & Earrings: Accessoirze c/o
A HUGE congratulations to every one who has recently completed, or is soon to complete, their University, School or College work!
My friends and I celebrated with a breakfast of cosmopolitans, I'd highly recommend it.
Have a super day all!
Love,
MB x
Friday, 17 May 2013
Yoga With Wellicious *Events*
Dear Elgin Avenue readers,
A very Happy Friday to you all!
On Wednesday of this week Lea and I were treated to an evening of total rest and relaxation at the Wellicious HQ in Westbourne Grove. The timing of such an event could not have been more perfect, as we are both frantically assembling the last bits and bobs for our University hand-ins.
Wellicious founder, Heike Schnell, gave an introductory talk to the brand she founded five years ago. Having glanced around her yoga class back in 2007 Heike noticed that the majority of yoga clothes were less than aesthetically pleasing, and so sought to develop a brand which is gorgeous, functional and which also has a heart. Wellicious is aligned with charities in Peru (where Heike's mother is from) as well as making a conscious effort to minimise their carbon footprint and use vegan fibres.
Some of you may know that I completed the first half of my university dissertation on sustainable and ethical fashion. Since then I have become keen to learn where goods come from and the stance that brands take on responsibilities beyond sales. It is great to know that Wellicious is concerned with making us look awesome while we exercise as well as putting a little love back in to the world.
Chatting to Wellicious's founder Heike Schnell
Aesthetically the brand plays to its functionality; think draping ballet-esque cardigans in super soft fabrics, and flattering yoga pants. The colour ways are either minky, cloudy and minimalist or with a pop of colour like the inky purple Heike favours. This cream top from the collection is a personal favourite. Good for exercise, excellent for days off too. I haven't done yoga in years but after a half hour class at Wellicious I genuinely felt bright eyed, stretched out and with a little more bounce in my step.
Trousers: Topshop Unique (old), Grey Jumper: Superdry, Coral Vest: Zara, Turqouise Sports Bra: Adidas, Watch: Swatch
Check out the full Wellicious range here.
What do you guys do to relax? Any yoga or pilates fans amongst you?
Have a super day all and a great weekend!
Love,
MB x
Thursday, 16 May 2013
Golden Girl *Look Of The Day*
Dear Elgin Avenue readers,
A very Happy Thursday to you all!
Dress: Monsoon Fusion, Coat & Belt: Vintage, Large Green Necklace & Boxy Green Necklace: Accessorize , Clutch Bag: Accessorize, Watch: Burberry Mens, Rings: Accessorize, Shoes: Zara
When it came to selecting a dress for the BAFTAs I rather fancied something short. Monsoon Fusion has cocktail pieces at great price points and I had my eye on this golden number for a while. The heavenly jacquard fabric elevated the 60's shape into evening attire.
My Mama loves to drop a style tip in when she can, and one which has rung true is to either match completely or go for something totally different. Herein lay my decision to dabble in emerald for the accessories.
Mama, I hope you're proud.
Beauty notes: I opted for a 60's hair and makeup combo to tie the look together. I revisited a very old friend - the bumpit - and fashioned a beehive. I then emptied the contents of my makeup bag on to my face, in what I hoped resembled a classic smoky eye. Legendary celebrity makeup artist Liz Martins has just launched a range of new false eyelashes, next time round I'll be using hers, (you can get your hands on them here) as it is I popped on a pair I'd had at home for a while and they definitely do make a difference.
Extra flutter.
Re-read my post from yesterday for the full BAFTAs red carpet low down.
What would you guys wear?
Have a super day all!
Love,
MB x
Wednesday, 15 May 2013
At The BAFTAS With Accessorize *Events*
Dear Elgin Avenue readers,
A very Happy Wednesday to you all!
Sunday night saw the television BAFTA awards roll on into town, and I was lucky enough to have a front row pitch on the red carpet to ogle all of the fabulous gowns and jewels on display.
Bedecked in my gold jacquard Monsoon Fusion number, laced with Accessorize gems, I headed to the Royal Festival Hall feeling rather fancy. My favourite looks from the evening all had a vintage vibe, and texture was a key player. Tassels, embellishments and layered ruffles - they all stood out amongst a sea of satin. Buttery pearly tones were having a moment too, with Kara Tointon's dress in particular (below top right) creating an iridescent glow.
Sienna Miller was the night's style winner for me, wearing a heavenly ice blue Matthew Williamson number, with a perspex clutch and great door knocker earrings. Does she ever get it wrong?!
See below for some of my favourite red carpet worthy items from Accessorize right now.
Gold & Nude Box Clutch, Cocktail Ring, Gold Woven Drop Earrings, Crystal Chandelier Earrings, Big Green Stone Necklace, Gold Box Stone Necklace, Neon Lace Clutch,
You can read more from the night on Accessorize's blog right here.
Who was your style winner for the evening? Do you love an evening gem for day time too?
Have a super day all!
Love,
MB x
Monday, 13 May 2013
MB Visits Coast *Video*
Dear Elgin Avenue readers,
A very Happy Monday to you all!
Last night I attended the BAFTAs which was just about the most exciting evening ever.
More on that very soon, but in the mean time, here is a video Lea and I shot at the Coast store last week.
More on that very soon, but in the mean time, here is a video Lea and I shot at the Coast store last week.
Totally BAFTA worthy.
What do you guys think? Are you liking what you see in Coast right now?
How are you enjoying the videos on the blog?!
Have a super day all!
Love,
MB x
Friday, 10 May 2013
Coast *Brand Worth Watching*
Dear Elgin Avenue readers,
A very Happy Friday to you all!
This week Lea and I were lucky enough to head to Oxford Circus for a special event with Coast. In the latest of my series of 'brands worth watching' Coast has popped its head up in a flurry of tulle, embellishments and rainbow colours. Coast has in the past been a brand I have grappled with, when its was time for me to search out a prom dress I made my way to Coast, but after a few wiggly attempts I hadn't dropped in to store for a few years, until I saw this just before LFW.
Yes this floor length ombre tulle number had my jaw hit the pavement as I stared through the store window and enticed me back in to Coast. Since that pivotal moment I have been ogling the collections and then some.
The colours, fabrics and proportions are so fashion forward it was hard to believe that I was looking at high street pieces on Wednesday.
I'll be sharing some of the looks Lea and I shot with you next week but for now, here are some of the other pieces which blew my mind.
Watercolour Print Clutch Fuchsia Cocoon Coat Full Gold Printed Skirt Statement Earrings Turquoise Heels Cobalt Bow Fronted Dress Turquoise Abstract Flower Print Dress
So what do you guys think?
Have a further look at the Coast selection here and let me know what your favourite pieces are!
Have a super day and start to your weekends all!
Love,
MB x
Thursday, 9 May 2013
Elevenses *Look Of The Day*
Dear Elgin Avenue readers,
A very Happy Thursday to you all!
Embellished Jacket: Eleven Paris, Sleeveless Leather Biker: Eleven Paris, Navy Vest: H&M, Jeans: Jamie Style @ Topshop, Shoes: Ursula Mascaro, White Wrap Bracelet: Claire's Accessories c/o, Snakeskin Bracelets & Rings: Accessorize c/o, Handbag: Accessorize: c/o
Some of you may remember that a couple of weeks ago I attended the launch party of the new Eleven Paris store on Carnaby St. Eleven Paris is, as the name suggests, a brand of French origin, lending that particular air of left bank cool to its pieces. Embellished jackets, bikers and printed separates are all imagined in luxe fabrics with a rock n' roll twist. As the current campaign faces Charlotte Free and Lenny Kravitz show, this is a label which loves a bit of rebel.
I wore the sleeveless biker which you can see peeking from under my jacket to the launch party, I definitely considered stealing the black version of it too. You can zip off the bottom to make it shorter, and popper the front to give it tuxedo lapels - hard working! I love the navy and white colour palette of the jacket, it's a nice alternative to a lot of the earthy tones I've seen on trophy jackets this season. If you are headed to an event this would make a good alternative to a tux - although Eleven Paris do have some pretty darn amazing interpretations of those too.
This is my favourite kind of multi purpose outfit, meeting, drinks, party, date, I'd feel comfortable enough in this for them all.
On a separate note I am kind of obsessed with my new snakeskin-esque bracelets from Accessorize, they are a fresh alternative to the neon jumbles I've been wearing. The stack packs of rings are great too - love me an option!
You can visit the new Eleven Paris store on Carnaby St. now or head over to their site here.
Have a super day all!
Love,
MB x
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