Olivia does masculine tailoring...

Yes it's another Olivia post! (I know, I know!)

If you were a fan of 'The City', you may recall Olivia's constant rants about how much she loved masculine tailoring to Creative Director of Elle Joe Zee, who happened to like, love it too.  

Anyway, it would appear that she does and as only Olivia can do, she manages to pull off black skinnies, with a white shirt and blazer accessorised with a black silk tie with crystal brooch, Charlotte Olympia leopard print heels and a perspex clutch. 

Whilst ordinarily I couldn't imagine this look working, Olivia pulls it off with aplomb in her usual glossy, groomed way.

Credit: Zimbio Pictures

J'adore le français...

If you have bought any fashion magazines lately, you may have noticed the striking add campaign for clothing brand 'The Kooples'.

A relatively new brand, the adds feature models posing as a couple with details of how they met, how long they have been dating etc.

The brand itself designs edgy fashion staples such as lace tops, leather shorts and tailored jackets etc. It was announced yesterday that rock n'roll hellraiser Pete Doherty will be designing an exclusive menswear range for the label...now that will be interesting!

Unfortunately there is no store on these shores as of yet but the clothes are available to buy online on http://www.thekooples.co.uk/

Another label worth noting is French label Maje, which has recently been launched in BT2 stores nationwide.

Striking the perfect balance between Carine Roitfeld's sophisticated soignée and Julia Restoin Roitfeld's sartorial joie de vivre, the French line Maje is comprised of super-chic staples that are sure to leave you enchante.

For anyone who loves Isabel Marant, this label is for you and with the Anna Wintour seal of approval firmly embossed, any budding Fashionista out there worth their Miu Miu should check out this label.

http://www.maje-paris.fr/#/en

Also keep an eye out for Sandro, yet another French label exclusively available in Brown Thomas. Girly yet tailored classics...

http://www.sandro-paris.com/accueil

Style icon in the making....

French Actress Clemence Poesy has made quite an impact on the fashion world with her tres chic Parisian style.

As a style ambassador for Chanel, she is frequently seen in their couture designs. Off duty she wears labels such as Isabel Marant and teams skinny jeans with loose fitting blouses or embellished jackets, finishing off the look with a trilby for a slightly edgier look.

I love that she never looks overly done. She wears little make up and has slighly messy tousled hair, which compliments her easy going innate sense of style! Oui J'adore!

These are just a few of my favourite looks. To emmulate her look, try brands such as Maje, Sandro (both available in BT2) and even Zara for inspiration.

See: http://www.maje-paris.fr/
http://www.sandro-paris.com/accueil

Credit: Zimbio Pictures

The Olivia effect...

As regular readers of mylittleblogdress will know, I'm slightly obsessed with Ms. Palermo's style for two reasons namely: 

1. She rarely gets it wrong and always looks immaculately groomed. (Ok that's 2 reasons)

2. She wears High Street, making her look attainable for the masses.

In relation to the latter,I came across this gorgeous oversized bag during my lunch break the other day and subsequently found this picture of Olivia Palermo with same.

It is a large tote/shopper bag from Zara and is priced at €119.00. It is the perfect accessory for a weekend break or a stylish alternative to canvas bags for shopping trips! 

If you fancy channelling some downtown New Yorker chic, hop down to Zara and pick this bag up in either tan, red or beige.  

http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/ie/en/zara-S2011/61145/196027/PLAITED%2BSHOPPER

Credit: Zimbio Pictures and Zara

Oh no you di'int!!

This is what happens when bad hair happens to good people! Cheryl Cole and SJP.....what were ye thinking??

Although Cheryl is responsible for making big, wavy blow drys stylish, her influence stops right there! This bouffant looks horrendous!! It looks like she got an electric shock, combed back the static hair and finished off the look with a whole can of Elnett hairspray and don't even get me started on that colour blocking disaster of an outfit!

Sarah Jessica Parker fails to impress with this bouffant hair don't! Although unlike Cheryl, at least she managed to get the outfit right and unlike Cheryl, she does not look like an extra on a Scobby Doo movie set! Meow!

Credit: Zimbio Pictures

Royal fever withdrawls

I cannot believe I have not posted anything on the Royal Wedding! With so much hype, rumour and speculation about who would design Kate Middleton's dress, the beautiful bride, to some critics surprise, chose to walk down the aisle in a Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen creation.

Catherine Middleton or should I say the Duchess of Cambridge, looked exquisite in her gown, which had a similar lace sweetheart neckline to that adorned by Princess Grace of Monaco on her wedding day.

There was however another Middleton turning heads on the big day  namely Pippa Middleton, sister of Catherine and Maid of Honour, whose  profile has literally skyrocketed since wearing that dress. It is incredible how one dress can generate such a buzz but as was the case with Elizabeth Hurley in her infamous Versace safety pin dress, Pippa is no exception! Pippa is set to become a style icon with rumours circulating that she has been inundated with offers of  fashion photoshoots already. She has even been dubbed 'Your Royal Hotness' by the media.

Pippa's ivory Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen dress with its simple cowl neck and fitted silhouette complimented Catherine's dress beautifully. 

With the wedding over, it remains to be seen how the Duchess of Cambridge's style will evolve with that of her new Royal Title but one things for sure, all eyes will be on her from now.

As I struggle with post Royal Fever,  I will no doubt continue to watch re runs of Will and Kate- The Road to Romance (cringe), re-watch their wedding on sky plus and buy just about every copy of Hello or Grazia I can get my hands on!

Credit: Zimbio Pictures

Steal her Style...

This is how to do colour blocking without looking like a fashion victim!

Katie Holmes  nailed the look and looks gorgeous in her Holmes & Yang top, Miu Miu shoes, and a skirt and cross body bag both by Ann Taylor.

To achieve this look on the High Street, I've selected a few key pieces:

  

Ariana shirt from Reiss - €140.00

Coral skirt- Zara - €29.95

Shoes- Zara- €79.95

Credit: justjared.buzznet.com 

South William VVIP Awards...

Last night I attended the South William VVIP Awards in Andrews Lane Theatre.

The VVIP Awards is an awards ceremony with a difference....it does not take itself seriously nor is it pretentious  in any way with awards including 'Best Haircut, Best DJ who can't DJ, Best Bar in Administration/Receivership etc...Props to Sir Anthony Remedy for putting on such a stellar night! I will be def be back next year...

There were plenty of stylish hipsters in attendance and I snapped a few of my fave:

The gorgeous Cici Cavanagh rocking a vintage jumpsuit with turquoise accessories. Describing her style as Boy George  meets rock n' roll meets KISS. Cici won Best Haircut on the night and thanked peroxide and all the little children who shave their heads so she can add it to her own....what a ledge!

Chewy wearing an eclectic mix of a Hawaiian shirt, denim cut offs and a sailor hat!

Former Big Brother Housemate Caoimhe Guilfoyle keeping it simple and stylish in a jeans and tee. Her style icon? Irish stylist and blogger Annemarie O'Connor. 

The lovely  Louise Johnston and Vogue Wilson looking stunning. Vogue's style icon is Alexa Chung and it shows when you look at her white tee, leather shorts and statement accessories ensemble. I want her clutch bag!! Louise takes inspiration from everyday life and people and looked very sophisticated in her navy pencil dress and nude accessories. Gawjus!

 Miriam Mataboro- Isn't she a dead ringer for Rhianna?

Nidge McGee rocking his Paul Smith man bag in style!

The lovely Joanne from BLINK PR 

Andy Kennedy in double denim