A/W season essentials, Part 2: sheer maxi's

The sheer trend is following on from the back of summer and making its way into the fash pack's Winter wardrobe.

We think it's a no-brainer...just add a wedge or boot for serious super stylin'. We love Piper Lane's double tank maxi, the mustard is an instant wardrobe update and is the perfect hue this season. Add a leather jacket for extra edge. The allure maxi skirt is the definition of versatile. Tuck in a loose tee or tank and toughen up with a pair of con's.

The best part? Both are lined to mid-thigh, so there's no need to go on a never-ending hunt for the right slip to pair them with!

Get on board the sheer train! I mean if RZ is sporting one, it's gotta be a MAJ trend, right?

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Images sourced from Stockholm Street Style

A/W season essentials, Part 1: denim skinnies

The cooler weather is setting in, and we're dreaming of wool layers, belted cardi's, effortless leather jackets and everything warm in between. Paying homage to all the chic Parisian street style snaps we've been seeing recently,  we'll be bringing you a 5-part series featuring our fave Autumn/Winter essentials.

Up first - Part 1: the denim skinny.

There truly is nothing more versatile or on higher-rotation (at least in our wardrobe...) than our denim skinny jeans. They hit the ankle beautifully and the art of the skinny jean means it can be effortlessly tucked into a biker or ankle boot but looks just as chic teamed with a pointed heel or ballet flat. We opt for a darker blue denim like the luxe blue Twiggy from James Jeans. Because it is a darker denim, it is more easily dressed up or down than its lighter denim counter-part.

We're also loving this edgy grey hue for something a little different. It looks so on-trend with the rich palette of  maroon and saffron this season.

Now all we need is a plane ticket to Paree...

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Images sourced from Stockholm Street Style

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