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/

Alexander Wang @ Selfridges

Alexander Wang's latest designs available in Selfridges now...I am in love with the orange version of this dress (also available in black) and the shirt for the boy/girl trend! adds that extra feminimity if like me you think need to have that sexuality of a woman in every outfit because dressing head to toe in the boy clothes is not a good look!

Alexander Wang - Orange pleated back dress - £565 @ Selfridges

Scarlet

xxx

Images - http://www.selfridges.com/en/Pleated-back-dress_236-3001093-106607P11/?cm_mmc=Email-_-110720americanf-_-SiteReg-_-alexanderProduct3

Alexander Wang - Sheer leather trim shirt- £385 @ Selfridges

Fatima is my new love...

I blogged not too long ago about the micro trend of Fatima charms or Hamsa hands...and I promised Sowe would be creating some affordable necklaces and bracelets! Well I would never let you down, below is my necklace that I haven't taken off since I made it (other than for these piccys) and I have to say I am loving it! I feel the evil being fended off as I type.

This weekend I will be creating bracelets and necklaces of all varietes and will post as soon as they are done! They will be available to purchase at Sowe at The Sutton Fair on September 11th (excited - best fair around!) and maybe a few events prior to this...we will keep you updated!

Hope you like

Scarlet

xxx

P.S sorry about the quality of the photos, the bb isn't all its lived upto be!

Celebrating 15 years of Vogue.com...

If you have any interest in fashion and the arts you should take a peek, well a long uninterupted, coffee and cake delve into the contributions of the many influential and inspiring people of the fashion world. To celebrate vogue.com's 15 years on our screens they have collaborated with many a designer, model, photographer and just the general fabulous to discover they're favourite 15's...here are some of my faves of their faves...enjoy!

Claudia Schiffer's "15 Favourite fashion shoots" - Purple shot by Ellen Von Unwerth

This photograph is alike an all you can eat buffet to me, I love the set, the clothing and the positioning. It may seem too simple or too awkward to others but there is something I just love about this - I want that living room!

Kate Moss' "15 Favourite Vogue covers" - Vogue March 1993: Kate Moss photographed by Corinne DayMy most favourite image of Kate, simple, beautiful and pure.

Diane Von Furstenburgs's "15 Iconic women" - Cleopatra, historically played by Elizabeth Taylor in the self titled film of 1963

One of my idols, both Elizabeth and Cleopatra have a great influence on my misdemeanor.

Its a feast for the eyes and mind...
http://www.vogue.co.uk/spy/15th-anniversary

Scarlet

xxx

Images - http://www.vogue.co.uk/spy/15th-anniversary

Fatima Fatima!

Once again the "Emerald Street" newsletter strikes....its full of really interesting and intriguing events in your area and fashion must haves & trends! It is currently my favourite!

Todays email contained a micro-trend of Hamsa hands (also known as the hand of Fatima)...which I just love! Ellephant and I have been wearing our evil eye bracelets for a couple of years, picked up on a trip to Turkey. This beautiful necklace is available at my-wardrobe.com;

Aamaya by Priyanka Fatima Gold Hand Necklace - £140

A little steep if you think its cute but aren't made of bucks, no fear I am literally placing orders to make "Sowes" own original bracelet and necklaces for you to purchase at a bargain price...I will keep you updated with piccys!

Scarlet

xxx

Images - http://www.my-wardrobe.com/aamaya-by-priyanka/fatima-gold-hand-necklace-514088

On another note....

If you haven't got Beyonce's new album "4", you should...its not a work of absolute life changing material but as usual Queen B has evolved, and captured the emotion and life changes we all go through at some point. At the moment my favourite tracks are;

"1+1" - if you know me at all you know I LOVE weird noises and exaggerations on vocals - example no.1 being Lady Gaga in.............well practically every song she has ever wrote! ha B exaggerates "you" on this and I love to sing along...and I can honestly connect to it!

"Best thing I never had" - Listen to it and I'm sure you will have done it and got the ex's tee to go with it!

I really do love the album and its definatley worth a purchase! Her voice has expanded and has become much more "throaty" (I know its one of "my" words - I'm no music exec!) but its a sexy soulful sound, and hard to hit when you can't sing!

Its content is a little more adulterted...Now B's a married woman she not afraid to admit she's no virgin! Although it still is wrapped in cotton, she'll always be the girl next door, and to be honest with you I'm quite glad, she has stayed true to who she is, a private person, she may be be the biggest freak you would ever know, but you may never.....too many artists these days pretend to be freaks when really I can see they're not!

Scarlet

xxx

Image - http://www.freecodesource.com/album-covers/B0050CQY1W--beyonc%C3%A9-4-album-cover.html

You just can't wear this to Sobar (or similar) if you could I would!!!!

The only reason I wouldn't rock this out is, beacuse there be a lot of nipple going on (note B's strategically placed arms) and I would probably be arrested for indecent exposure...oh and I'm not exactly there on the body front!!!!!ha

But I can dream....

Check out Marina Larroudes "In the Mood for..." editorial at Style.com for other ways to work embellishment...

http://www.style.com/trendsshopping/inthemoodfor/062911_Embellished_Details/?mbid=sn

For me though, its always...all the way!

Scarlet

xxx

Images - http://newmusiclyrics.com

http://www.style.com/trendsshopping/inthemoodfor/062911_Embellished_Details/

Psssssssstttttt!

Rumour is The Candy Store will be opening on the 22th July! with...20% of all stock on the opening day...!!!

Location is still to be confirmed, all very hush hush, keep the eager beavers at bay!

Check it out on facebook...http://www.facebook.com/thecandystoreclothing

and follow @JILTEDROYALTY for latest updates

Scarlet

xxx