Congratulations Beyonce (I hate you)!

Beyonce is preggers!

There is proof women can have it all - Beyonce announced at the MTV awards that she is 3 months pregnant! I can happily admit I'M JEALOUS!! Not only has she got an amazing career as possibly the biggest artist in the world right now, she is beautiful and married to one of most eligible men in the world - ha and despite the title its actually quite hard to hate her, The Z's seem to have a fairly down to earth lifestyle and have managed to keep their private life to themselves! I'm sure that baby is gonna have an amazing life!!

And just to rub it all in these images may make you feel even more depressed she looks amazing and Jay Z looks beyond proud (so cute) - check out the youtube videos of Kanye jumping on Jay and slapping his back!

Ahh I wish I was in that inner circle of coolness!!

Anyway back to my glamorous life...

Elle-phant

x

Driving me dotty...

I never thought I'd say this as dots have never suited me, but I am loving Who What Wear's newsletter, mainly because I am in love with Olivia's dress!!!

Scarlet

xxx

Images - http://www.whowhatwear.com/website/full-article/trend-report-polka-dots-2161/

Sowe at Sutton Vintage Fair

hi lovelies,

Just a heads up for a date for your diaries... 11th September sees Sutton Town Hall host the Vintage & Arts Fair. It has been hugely successful in the past and looks set to be another fantastic event!

Sowe will be there with some new Autumn pieces to kick off your winter wardrobe!

We look forward to seeing you there!!

Ellephant

xx

Style.com's latest newsletter

Style.com's latest newsletter brings the "In the mood for...Naughty vs. Nice" feature. My eyes were instantly drawn to a gorgeous (though ridiculously revealing) Stephen Sprouse dress circa 1992...if you've got it, then why not!

Check out the feature at.....
http://www.style.com/trendsshopping/inthemoodfor/081711_Naughty_Nice/?mbid=sn

The mannequin doesn't do it much justice but check out the hotty in the feature...wow!!!

Scarlet

xxx

Images - http://www.style.com/trendsshopping/inthemoodfor/081711_Naughty_Nice/?mbid=sn
Net - a Porter

Obsessed

The entirity (well majority) of my spare time is consumed with finding my new obsession....Christian Louboutin Altadama python platforms, sold out everywhere as they are *coughs* not new on the scene...I gave up my search for the green, turqouise, OR orange Lanvin pumps from their Spring 2011 ad campaign (A ridiculously impossible task!!!)...I jus need a pair of python platforms in my life, and I won't settle for Topshop or even KG (they've gone downhill in the style stakes in my eyes)Most high street brands they look pretty but they hurt...I'd rather work my ass off (not literally I hope) and buy heels I am in love with...and these are pulling on my credit card strings....if I could find a pair for sale I would buy them!

Selfridges in Birmingham do have a similar pair currently in stock in a nude but they just aren't as oooohhh as these for me!

If you can help, comment away - but please no fakes, I couldn't do it! : (

Scarlet

xxx

Images - http://www.polyvore.com/christian_louboutin_altadama_python_peep/thing?id=19973158

My Hasma creations...

The latest of Sowe's creations...the hamsa hands...I haven't taken mine off in weeks, its a must to keep away evil, lets face it theres alot of it in the world...

These will all be on sale at The Sutton Vintage Fair on the 11th September...A definate must to visit! As a reminder we sell vintage but we also sell modern and customised clothing, jewellery, bags and accessories (we're diverse to not discrim!ha)

Scarlet

xxx

Autumn / Winter

Autumn / Winter...

So I go on holiday this weekend and have been soo busy with work only just managed to get out to the shops this week, obviously as its the height of summer we now have all our Autumn / Winter stock in boo for my holiday but yay for new stuff!

I managed to order some winter boots and a cosy jumper ...here are some other bits that caught my fancy...

H&M - £24.99

New Mod at Topshop £30

Topshop £40

Emma Cook for Topshop £35

Kurt Geiger 'William' £170

Enjoy

Elle-phant

x

The Candy Store...

On Sunday I took my first visit to The Candy Store (well overdue) and I am pleased to say it was everything I knew it would be. Jay and his team have done a great job, its fresh, uncluttered, trendy and an easy atmosphere to shop in. I am fussy cow when I'm shopping, I hate being asked if I need help as soon as my foots throught the door. The stafff were great, they left me to browse for a while and have a look round before offering their help, perfectly timed.

The stock diversity is great, they have many different brands and diffrent styles, from poppy neon colours, embellishmed tees to simple designs. Both internally and externally I love the design, as I said before there is'nt any clutter, but there are quirky fetures such as the customised trainers (loved them!) and a framed brand "gallery" over the chic sofa near the changing rooms (a feature I'v used in a restaurant design for the produce suppliers - looks great!)

I made my first and definatley not last purchase, a womens Jilted Royalty Paisley tee, which I've rocked already! When I paid for my item the staff were once again friendly and attentive and told me there will be more womens stock in soon, a point which I think is good to know as Elle-Phant, Frockstar and myself will be visiting again this Saturday! My next purchase is definatley a XL mens tee to rock with tights and vintage Doc Martins <3

Heres my tee...which I love love LOVE! (don't mind the bottomless nature - It was a hot day!)

And a few pics from the lookbook, as I fan of photography and tattoos I really liked the images in this and have taken a few snapshots of my faves (quality is'nt brilliant unfortunatley) but if they have any left I'd def grab one!

Get your arses down there - you won't regret it!

The Candy Store
City Arcade
Union Street


Enjoy

Scarlet

xxx

Givenchy envy...

I am in love with their AW11 Couture collection....if you really know me you would know that this is me all over! It makes me think of alien mermaid brides? But it is the epitome of fierce feminity for me...its unusual but elegant at the same time, even the bags merge into the dresses, I am utterly in love!

On a semi connected issue, Sowe has tassle bags similar to those in the pictures above, in black. We have had a number of them sell over the last year or so and we keep them in regular rotation - inspired a la SJP as Carrie in the episode she visits Brooklyn to see Jerry in Full Moon. Elle-Phant & I have been rocking the longest tassle bags for a long time and they always get the right attention!

Scarlet

xxx

Images - http://www.elleuk.com/catwalk/collections/givenchy/couture-aw-2011

100th post!!!....its all about colour...!

One of Vogue.com's latest fashion trends to note is "Ibiza beach". The upmarket & trendy but party island is all about colour, and here are my favourite bright dresses...I'm a massive fan of colour over print (its far more slimming for me as I'm too heavy right now!)

A beatiful zing-y tone of lilac with a ultra sexy thigh split from MaxMara- instant amazing-ness!

A stunning floorsweeper perfect to out-do everybodies outifts from Lanvin....I'd add a vintage animal broach to the waist reminiscent of last seasons parachute dress with the insect on the neckline (loveeeeee)

And finally Jil Sanders' shorter number in almost ultra violet purple for those who like to show a lot of leg...and why not!

Scarlet

xxx

Images - http://www.vogue.co.uk/fashion/trends/2011-spring-summer/ibiza-beach-fashion-trend/gallery

Hairstyles of my heaven....

For as long as I can remeber I have been obsessed with hair...styles, colours, shapes, curls, sleek straights, bobs, buns, ringlets, waves, oh my! Here are a few of my fave styles I'll be rockin this year....

Ive always always loved a curl mo-hawk!

Why I cut my hair I'll never know! :(

My fave!!!!!!! I crave these long locks

An easy but effective bun...hairstyle of my choice for work...

And heres one i've been rocking to work lately.... so easy!

Get plaiting!

Scarlet

xxx

Images:

No words...

A moment (at least) should be given to the family and friends of those killed in Norway, a terrible loss and no words can do justice to those who were murdered.

Scarlet

Images: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/

Her voice will remain...

As we all know we lost an amazing influence within the music industry over the weekend....personal life aside (as it doesn't have much to do with anyone else but Amy and her family) Amy had an unmistakable outstanding voice and an unquestionable aura when she perfomed....lost but never forgetton.


Below is an interview with Jonaton Ross, when she was just 20, around the time she released her debut album "Frank".









Scarlet


xxx

Images:

http://24hourhiphop.com/find/amy-winehouse-dead/