Currently on repeat....
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Cirque De La Mode
Fancy doing something a little different this Friday evening?
Then roll up, roll up, for the one, the only.... CIRQUE DE LA MODE (cue circus music and 10ft clowns circulating on bite-sized unicycles)
Yes ladies and gentlefolk, the time has come for you to slap on your most extravagant Urban Outfitters adhesive moustache, lace up your tightest Agent Provocateur corset and attempt to balance your tallest tophat, because Dublin's most fashionable circus is finally here.
Tonight, The Grand Social will host Trinity Fashion Society's weird and wonderful fundraiser for the TCD fashion show in aid of Aware. Dublin's ultimate DJ's will be taking to the decks, face painters will be creating fantasy looks attendees' faces, while "some sexy juggling" will guarantee an authentic cirque experience.
Admission is just €5 and doors will open at 8pm until the early hours of the morning.
For full details check out the Facebook Event page.
Beckham Laid Bare...
...Well maybe not entirely "bare", but he's threading the very very fine line. Golden Balls, pardon the pun, has recently collaborated with H&M to produce his "Bodywear Collection", which will be available online and in selected stores on February 2nd.
I'm finding it hard to trace any signs of originality in the underwear line, but must applaud Mr.Beckham on his perfectly polished.....model pose.
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
The €9.95 Dress
As a great blogger once said "a dress a day keeps the footwear fetish at bay".
Okay, this might be pushing it a little, but there's no denying that ever since I diverted attention toward dresses, my shoes/accessories obsession has been virtually eradicated (apart from a pair of basic platformed courts from Penneys, which were reduced to a fiver).
Success!
Today's dress was snatched up in H&M for a mere €9.95. It usually retails at €14.95 but being the lovely high-street retailer that H&M is, they're giving it to us for the former price all week.
Apart from the ridiculously affordable nature of this capped-sleeved body-con number, it's also a perfect casual-turned-dressy alternative for those indeterminable nights out. Bang on a pair of biker boots and you're ready to rock the grungy Daisy Lowe look, or opt for some stilettos and a clutch for Leigh Lezark's edgy yet sophisticated style.
I'm smitten. The next five dresses have a hard act to follow.
Monday, January 23, 2012
Designer V. High-Street
Jimmy Choo, €650.
Ok, the Asos style mightn't be completely worthy of clone status, but both bags are close enough in proportion and shape (and colour, if you really want to push it). A nice pocket-friendly alternative nonetheless...
Sunday, January 22, 2012
Saturday, January 21, 2012
The Aesthetics of Success
Vintage-Print Shift Dress, €18 by Chelsea Girl in River Island.
Following a recent examination of my spending patterns and a colossal wardrobe clear-out, I have come to the conclusion that footwear and accessory purchases must be toned down somewhat. In former years, skinny jeans and casual tops were my greatest retail weaknesses, but it has become clear that statement shoes and oversized totes are the current objects of my infatuation.
Last Monday I committed myself to breaking this god-awful obsession, an endeavor that proved extremely satisfying.
After waltzing into River Island, I made a conscious decision not to venture near the accessories floor. Instead, it was a dart straight for the sale stand, where reduced dresses of all patterns and prints awaited.
After waltzing into River Island, I made a conscious decision not to venture near the accessories floor. Instead, it was a dart straight for the sale stand, where reduced dresses of all patterns and prints awaited.
Anxiety began to set in once an enormous crowd of souvenir-hungry tourists flooded the area, throwing last season's designs over new season rails and dismissing unwanted garments onto the floor. Suddenly, a surge of adrenalin overtook the lax browsing that had previously been established. The blitz-sale mentality had set in, turning innocent shoppers into territorial animals competing for their prey.
Thankfully, no blood was shed nor was the security control unit called, but suffice to say a "tense" atmosphere prevailed through the retail jungle. After an hour in battle I departed the scene of the crime, clenching this Missoni-inspired shift in an iron grip, lest any bitter onlookers should dare to snatch the prize.
Apart from the major feat that this stunning addition represents, it also symbolises a breakaway from the footwear fiend who once stood here.
Garments need not be vintage to hold a story.
Missoni Resort 2012
Eye Poppers
This H&M message woke me from an unintended snooze on the bus yesterday. As bitter as I was about being sudden shocked into consciousness by a repetitive horn ringtone, the new-found knowledge quickly soothed my sullen haze.
Must. Visit. H&M.
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From now until April, Re-Dress is offering 20% off all classes and workshops.
No, your eyes are not deceiving you!
Classes vary from 1/2 day Shoe Upcycling courses, to six-week workshops for the Ultimate Upcycling experience. Check out Re-Dress for all of the details!
ULTIMATE UPCYCLING - 6 week course
Turn an old shirt into a new skirt or an old pair of trousers into a new balero shrug! - Upcycling is the transformation of an old, unworn garment into something new, adding value and new lease of life to something that would otherwise be waste.
Class Content:
Intro to developing design ideas
Intro to history and case studies
of upcycling. Basic alteration skills
Basic upcyling skills.
Guided transformation of one of chosen pieces into a finished garment.
6 Week Course
Course runs every Wednesday evening for 6 weeks.
Duration: 6.30 - 8.30
Was: €110 now €88
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
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