The leather mini | a pre-season must have

Our obsession with the leather mini continues...

It has to be one of the stand out pieces from the latest Viktoria and Woods A/W12 collection. For those that don't think they can pull off the leather look, this one's for you. It's effortless with an edge.

The modern lines update the silhouette and the super soft leather is designed to mould to your body over time - making it your's forever - without looking like you've borrowed from your Mum's closet! We love it paired with an oversized tee or jumper.

Shop the look here.

Don't mind if I do...

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Images courtesy of People.com and Stockholm Street Style

New Label ALERT: James Jeans

The eternal search for AMAZE jeans, that have the right amount of stretch you could run and sleep in them (if you really wanted to...) has come to an end. Enter Californian cult label, JAMES JEANS.

They are the staple denim according to the fash pack and we are THAT excited to introduce the best selling TWIGGY's to the LuxeStaples collection. They fit like couture and feel like cashmere. Yes, seriously. These are the denim equivalent to the little black dress and just like the dress, you can never own too many.

It's too bad you have to take them off to wash them...

Metal Grey available NOW and Luxe Blue (as seen on Ashley Greene) coming soon.

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Classic looks we love...

And now for our ULTIMATE fave (hallo Balmain)...

Classic never goes out of style. From a plain white T, to a striking monochrome combo or a versatile black maxi - these girls ROCK it.

Recreate these classic looks and go back to basics with our white T's, black T's, black maxi's and black leggings.

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Images courtesy of Stockholm Streetstyle and People.com

2012 Golden Globe (fashion) winners

Well, it's official - the Award season has begun and was kicked off today (or Sunday in the US)
care of the Annual 69th Golden Globes.

I absolutely bore the HELL out of my family who I make endure these every year
(and if I'm lucky, I can stretch their patience up until they start awarding the composer's etc. Yawn).

There's something about these Award shows that keep me glued to the screen, however boring
and drawn out they may be...and it's mostly to do with the fashion (and the possibility that someone may trip up the stairs on their way to accept their award!)

Absolute stand-outs for me this year were Rooney Mara, who currently stars in the US remake of the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, who wore Nina Ricci and Angelina in Versace. I think I am still  in shock that Angelina wore a colour other than black and her hair tied back. She looked S.T.U.N.N.I.N.G.

Honorable mentions go to Nicole Kidman and Clare Danes (who I'm STILL hoping will announce she's
marrying Leo...) in all her monochromatic glory. I loved the unexpected red lip against the black & white.

Dishonorable mentions go out to Lea Michele, who looked like she had been rolling around in glue followed by dipping herself in silver sequins and Sarah Michelle Gellar who wore a blue and white tie-dyed  (yes, tie-dyed) number. It's been a while Sarah, I know.

Next stop. THE OSCARS!
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Images courtesy of People.com

A/W 12 Trend Prediction: Bright Tights

So...while it is currently freezing over in New York - it has been hard NOT to notice a current trend hitting the streets and (perhaps more surprisingly) the red carpet. BRIGHT TIGHTS!

It's hard to imagine even wearing more than a singlet and shorts right now, let alone tights...but we're
predicting this will be a HUGE trend come Autumn/Winter. From red to pinks to turquoise, they are a fun way to brighten a bleak day and a pop of colour on a dull day can never be wrong, right?

I mean, if SJP is wearing them, we can't be too far behind...

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Image courtesy of People.com

Trend Alert: The neutral midi

Not quite a maxi...not quite a mini. Introducing - the MIDI!

The midi is your perfect choice for summer. It oozes an effrotless vibe, worked back with sandals or ballet flats and a loose white T tucked in. 

We're dying for Piper Lane's version in this delicious nutmeg colour. The pastel hue goes with pretty much everything in our wardrobe right now. The cotton/rayon blend will keep you super cool through summer and is fully lined!

Seriously, slip on and go. Guaranteed to be on high rotation.

Til next time...xx
Top two images sourced from Stockholm Street Style.

It's time to get shirty with this summer's hottest trend - the buttoned-up vest!

We're loving this boyish spin on shirting dominating the fashion scene at the mo. To give it a summer twist, try it with a vest and pair with cute brogues.

Or for a more feminine take, style with a floral print like this one from Piper Lane and wear it back over a tight slip.

To view the full range of shirting and vests on Luxestaples.com, click here.
 
Top two images courtesy of Stockholm Street Style.