_Tonight in Black & White

I've been wearing my hair in a turban today, just used a bright red peice of stretch cotton, I'm loving my new low-top dms too! is it too much to get them in burgundy as well?! bx

_Aggy in New York

I LOVE this photoshoot by Alasdair McLellan, styled by Beat Bollinger. It took place in New York. My favourite photo is the second of the first set. I love the light, and the white mesh top. It reminds me a bit of the aesthetic Shane meadows went for in his film 'This is England', sort of hard edge, raw, Aggy is quite androgynous in this photo, with her short hair, and tom-boy vibe. Far from the catwalk or high-end fashion shoots.There is nothing feminine about her in this photo, and I think this creates a seductive demur about her. The first photo reminds me a bit of a tramp on a bench, obviously she is far from this, but it makes her look free, in the 'you can be anything' mentality of New York. I'm liking her shaved head, not many girls can pull this off, especially in the first photo of the second set, her hair is harsh whilst her eyes are soft and cloudy. Lovely Shoot!Photos found on Vmagazines website...

_The Latest Westwood Campaign

Here are some photos from the AW10/11 Westwood Campaign. Were in for a good collection this winter!I'm quite looking forward to winter coats and thick tights and cable knit scarves! If the summer had been better here in England I would have been longing for it to continue, but in late August I'm sat here wearing high Dr.Martins and thick leggings! One thing I would LOVE for this Winter is a sheepskin Acne leather jacket....i wish!! Bx

_Galibardy Jewellery

I came across this jewellery website called Galibardy.co.uk, and was surprised by how cheap it was, obviously its not all silver, but in their 'boutique' section some of it is. I love the 'buffalo feather necklace', and might treat myself to it next pay day!Their are some nice rings, and other necklaces, the antlers are interesting, feast your eyes..what do you think?

_THE DOC SHOP

I've been in Northampton, so went for a trip to the Dr.Martens Factory Shop, if you've been following this blog for a while then you might remember my post about The Church's Fac Shop. I get so excited when i hear about factory shops, sample sales and general bargain places! Well this was well worth the trip, there was ample to choose from, whilst I left with 2 shoe boxes, trying to be sensible, my other half left with 3! The pricing is ridiculously low, especially seeing as these shoes last you for life pretty much! I got these brother-creeper-esq boots in the second pic, and also a pair of black classic original shoes, the only range that are still made in England. You'll be seeing the black pair in following posts, they have already become a staple piece to my wardrobe!

_Sale Goodies.

These are some things in Urban Outfitters Boutique Sale, found them online, they're at 50% off now! Really like the 'Something Else' bag,want want want!!!

_Picnic in the Park

So thats what I've been doing since my return and on days off from work.Summer sales are all over the shops, but no money in my pocket right now!!Anyone got any bargains they want to share? Iv been wearing this straw hat all summer, its Red Label Vivienne Westwood, and has a red padded lining you can just see in the photo which fits around your head whilst the hat is oversized. I purchased this 'Barry M' pastel blue nail varnish for the Summer, love pastels, and BM is the best for colours, but not the best for chipping five seconds after its applied!!

_HOLDAYS..

I have been on Holiday for two weeks, so absent from my blog, bad form i know, but I didn't forget about you all!! I went to Barcelona with my family and then to Lanzarote with the girls, was loads of fun, here are some photos of Lanza, I feel very relaxed now and enjoying the Summer, the weather in England seems to be brilliant, time for picnics and sunbathing in the park!!Pimms and Sangria!! x

_Tout Nouveau

Two of my friends have started up a fashion e-store, their individual interests in fashion,art and graphics have come together to produce a new type of website which is a platform for graduate designers. Having worked with them at Vivienne Westwood, and seen their hard workmanship whilst completing there final year of fashion marketing I am sure this website will become book-marked on all our computers!! Keep up to date by following their blog, twitter, facebook page and website which is coming soon...

_Industrial Graveyard

I have been absolutely miles away for the past month!I have had exams at university, and was so under the cosh that the laptop has had to be hidden for a bit. But now I'm back!

I did this photoshoot in Armley Mills, Leeds. The location was chosen for its industrial decay, the rusty machinery mixed with the textures and colours of the garments. Rory was photographing Grace, and I styled and took photos with a film camera and a Diana. Here are the ones that I took. It was a lovely sunny day,I think the warmth came through. The clothes we used were a mixture of bits and bobs, some vintage,Westwood and Topshop items.It was a fun day and break from work. My photographing skills are not up to scratch, but I enjoy doing it!!

_Alek Wek in The Financial Times!

Well haven't The Financial Times come up trumps! I was so impressed by this shoot in the 'How to Spend It Magazine'. The shoot is by Andrew Yee and I think it captures the true essence of an African woman. The colours, prints, patterns, fabric's are all unique and influence so many of the World's fashion houses. Alek Wek looks authentic and the shoot almost looks to be Portraiture. All perfectly styled by Damian Foxe. I think i'll keep half an eye on their editorials now!

_Zoey Grossman for Oyster

I came across this shoot in the new Oyster. I like how spontaneous they look as if taken with a simple point and shoot camera. The casual compositions remind me of Juergen Teller's work, they both work with very natural locations such as the one seen above. I went onto Zoey Grossman's website to find out more about her and the photo below is one that stood out. I love the pink wall and the helium unicorns, they appear so perfect, much like Jeff Koon's metal sculptural versions from his recent exhibition, did any of you go and see it? x

_EBAY EBAY EBAY!!!

Am selling lots of things, so have a cheeky look, and bid or let your friends know if you see anything up there street!!Click HERE to visit my eBay, Thanks,Bx

_Vivienne Westwood Shoe Exhibition: A Personal Collection

There is a very intriguing exhibition on at the Civic in Barnsley, opening on Wednesday 13th May 7pm-9pm and running until July 17th. The Exhibition is 'A Personal Collection' of Vivienne Westwood Shoes, spanning 15 years of a love relationship between the collector and the shoes. There are over 75 pairs!!! So if you are a shoe lover like me, come and feast your eyes on the beauties!! Westwood has been forward thinking in her cloth making, but most definitely in her eccentric shoe design . Her influence on generations of latter designers is evident. From the infamous pirate boot to the elevated white-patent stiletto prostitute...these shoes have their very own character! Don't miss out on the chance to witness this array of shoes, never before have there been so many pairs in one place, apart from in the Westwood archive!!! Sorry in advance if you see me being arrested from trying to nick a pair!!! Bx

_If only the sky today was the same as my shirt!

It was pissing it down with rain today in Leeds, and on the way home I ran into a vintage shop round the corner from my house, always a good option for avoiding the bad weather!! I found this dreamy, sky coloured Westwood shirt, I love the tie that comes with it, I feel very smart wearing it!!The lady said it was her mum's and she'd bought it about 15 years ago, she's looked after it so well, it feels brand new!But with that nice feeling that its had a bit of life, even if its just hung up in a wardrobe unworn!! I DIY-d these old levi's shorts, with an old renaissance technique called slashing.