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Posts Tagged ‘Topshop’

A Body To Die For

Thursday, March 4th, 2010

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This hottest trend this spring is the stretch body. Try to banish the
immediate association with leg warmers, 80s hair and Jane Fonda workouts
- this season’s body is a far classier affair, and not just for the
aspiring Lady Gagas amongst us.

Gracing the runways of the latest shows for Jean Paul Gautier, Saffron
Knight and PPQ for Adidas, there’s no getting away from this slinky
little number and believe it or not, it’s a hugely wearable piece that
can be tailored to accentuate your best assets. Don’t feel the need to
do a Kate Moss and wear yours as outerwear – unless you have sky high
legs and the fashion credentials to pull it off! Even then, it can be a
dangerous affair. Team yours with a high waisted skirt to accentuate
that tiny waist you’ve been striving for in the gym, or wear with harem
pants for that dressed-down look. There are a huge range of styles out
there, perfect for those of you that don’t feel like you have to stick
to subtle colours and cotton-mix fabrics. And once again, that old
favourite, Topshop comes to the rescue with a range to satisfy any
fashion-savvy shopper. Think lace, scalloped edges, low back and deep
neck lines. Throw over a tuxedo boyfriend jacket and you’re set to go.

For more information visit http://www.topshop.com

Combating climate change comes at a price

Friday, November 27th, 2009

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As fears about climate change escalate and we are increasingly advised to change our lifestyles in a desperate attempt to save the planet it seems the greenest form of transportation, the bicycle, is having a comeback. Not just popular amongst those who fancy some exercise and see cycling as an easy way to save that daily train fare, a number of fashion designers have also caught on to the trend.

In an attempt to improve their eco-friendly credentials, Fendi have followed in the steps of Chanel and watch designer Hublot, and have created their own sleek cycle. Designed by Karl Lagerfeld, these bikes are seriously stylish, and, ironically, will probably only be affordable to those who already have their own chauffeur. At USD 5,900 for the basic model which comes with a selection of Fendi’s signature leather accessories you might well be too afraid it will be stolen to actually ride it anywhere. Alternatively, there is also a more expensive version available for USD 9,500 which comes complete with removable fur saddlebags.

If you can’t stretch to one of these designer numbers but are still keen to get involved in this new cycling craze then it’s still possible to do it in some sort of style. Topshop has launched a range of cycle wear which combines fashion and function and will hopefully encourage would-be cyclists all over the UK. The range is called ‘Cyclodelic’ and includes handmade capes, bags and even satin cycling caps, and, according to its creator, fashion student Amy Fleuriot, there are no ‘unflattering fluorescent’ shades in sight.

It will be interesting to see whether this surge in cycling popularity survives the bleak British winter.

www.fendi.com

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