Barbie: Moschino vs Wildfox

As a girly girl brought up in the 90's of course my bedroom was filled with Barbie dolls, cars to take them to the beach and not forgetting the Barbie where you could change their hair colour? When Barbie made an official instagram earlier this year- I was ecstatic to see a childhood icon still going strong and having an impact on our day to day lives. Earlier this week Moschino revealed it's SS15 catwalk collection, hugely inspired by Barbie and if it hasn't featured on your Facebook and Twitter timelines prepare to be amazed. After launching their AW14 collection in February straight from the catwalk reveal they decided to take the same approach he same this time round. Buying is exactly what people are doing with lots of pieces already out of stock.! As part of Vogue's #FNO I popped into Selfridges last night and saw some of the bags for the first time- absolutely stunning! However apart from the iPhone case the collection isn't exaclty affordable... So I am here to save you with one of the latest lookbooks from Wildfox which also plays homage to all things Barbie. The bad news is however, rumours are the Wildfox collection won't be available until January, but if you can't afford a piece from the Moschino collection (the majority of us- don't worry) Wildfox is a great option when the collection lands. Let me leave you with my top picks from Moschino SS15 and let the countdown begin for the Wildfox collection.

1. Moschino SS15 Jumper, £379
2. Totally Moschino SS15 Crop, £205
3. Moschino Mini Skirt SS15, £224
4. Moschino Leather Bag, £1,050
5. Moschino Rucksack, £422

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A.P.C X Nike

A.P.C & Nike have teamed up once again to bring you an update of the shoe of the moment 'Air Max 1'. If life was as simple as a game of monopoly, I would make sure all of my properties were mortgaged for a pair of these on my feet right now. Simple in design but with a beautiful and minimal finish, A.P.C and Nike have created a collection that will form the basis of many wardrobes this summer. Unlike other collaborations at a first glance A.P.C's involvement isn't obvious, but that's what brilliant about them. As well as the ever popular 'Air Max 1' the A.P.C x Nike collaboration also features The Dunk available in beige and black.

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Pay Day Picks: Urban Outfitters

1. Vagabond Chunky Boots - £80

2. Evil Twin Acid Wash Cape - £95

3. Khaki Cross Belt - £18

4. Cheap Monday Sheer Sleeve Crop - £40

5. Black Dungarees - £85

6. Love iphone case - £14

7. Skull print iphone case - £12

8. Acid Wash BDG Jeans - £50

9. Silence + Noise Monochrome stripe - £28

10. Deena & Ozzy Black Bag - £75

11. Khaki Urbanears headphones - £50

Pay day is finally here, so make the most of it and shop your must have items now. Urban Outfitters have a great range of items that are so on trend right now and I have had my eye on them for quite a while now. Monochrome is a huge trend so layer white and black accordingly and show off your new clothes. Urban Outfitters isn't just a clothing brand so join in the whole lifestyle by buying a new iphone cover or maybe some headphones? The item I have to have in my life asap is the chunky heeled boots from Vagabond, what do you think?

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Blanco

Harper's Bazaar 2013. Photography by: Paola Kudacki. Styling by: Tony Irvine

Candy Magazine. A/W 2012. Photography by: Leon Mark. Styling by Sheila Single.

V Magazine-Spain. Photography by: Oskar Gyllensward. Styling by: Darren Knight

Harper's Bazaar Spain-December 2012. Photography by: Nagi Sakai

Garage Magazine. Autumn/Winter 2012. Photography by Thomas Giddings. Styling by Chloe Kerman

White is making a huge comeback this season with an all white look being a huge trend for 2013. As you would expect this is echoed in many fashion editorials and  I wanted to share with you some of my favourite. I chose Blanco as the name of this post simply because Spain has fully embraced the all white trend(White=Blanco in Spanish). In the above editorials the all white look has been beautifully styled and looks easy to pull off but I'm not sure how easily this will translate onto the streets. Possibly it is more of an spring/summer trend after we have all been off on our holidays. Take a look below at my pick of the best white pieces on the high street right now.

1. Cotton Shirt Dress. J.W Anderson for Topshop

2. White Acne Waffled Knit Jumper

3. All White The Satchel Company. *Exclusive to ASOS* 

4. Faux Pearl collar by KARL at Net-a-porter

5. Skinny white belt at ASOS

6. Smart taloired white trousers-River Island

7. White Midi Dress-Aqua by Aqua *SALE*

8. Arable cut out boots in white-Topshop

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Ooh Oxblood!

1. Oxblood leather skirt from ASOS

2. Classic casio watch with oxblood face

3. Deep purple skater skirt from Topshop

4. Oxblood clutch bag from Russell & Bromley 

5. Deep oxblood bag from 'The Cambridge Satchel Company'. 

6. Polo neck oxblood crop tee

7. Oxblood contrast heel from ASOS

8. Oxblood midi dress from Topshop

Everything on my wish list at the moment seems to have one thing in common-the COLOUR! Oxblood uses a mix of burgundy and maroon tones and I absolutely love it. Whether you have a staple dress such as the Midi dress from Topshop or the leather skirt from ASOS, the colour has the versatility to find a way into everyone's wardrobe. 

The item at the top of my wish list has to be the Russell & Bromley clutch bag perfect for a night out or a date to the cinema. If you need a bit more room for a trip to work then why not try the deep red bag from The Cambridge Satchel company. 

The oxblood look is vampish and elegant and is perfect for an every day look. I would most likely mix Oxblood with a lot of black and some deep cherry lips. What do you think of the Oxblood look?

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Brand Watch: Coco Boo Loves

I absolutely love finding out about new brands that offer something a bit different and at a great price. When a friend of mine suggested I take a look at Coco Boo Loves, I half wished they hadn't as I wanted EVERYTHING. What I loved most was their great range of midi dresses, so I have picked my favourites for you. Midi dresses are so on trend at the moment and are so easy to style up with heels or down with bikers boots.. I will definitely be making a purchase soon.

1. Long sleeved midi dress in black

2. Short sleeved tie dye midi dress 

3.Vertical striped tie dye dress

4.Short sleeved midi dress in wine

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Pull and Bear: A/W 2012 Lookbook

I always thought of Pull and Bear as a cheap spanish shop that wasn't really fashion forward. I used to visit my dad in Spain and it always seemed quite poorly made and it was only really good for basic tee's and leggings. I went into the Pull and Bear on Oxford St a couple of days ago and literally wanted everything! I only went in looking for a simple black dress for my graduation and came out with a wish list as long as my arm! The spike and stud phenomenon shows no sign of getting tired just yet but Pull and Bear have embraced it in their Autumn/Winter lookbook: Spikes & Studs.

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