03.Nov.2009 Architectural Dressing
“Good architecture is like a piece of beautifully composed music crystallized in space that elevates our spirits beyond the limitation of time.” – Tao Ho.
Is the same not true of fashion? Its transformative powers propel themselves beyond the physical. From Dior’s New Look to the power dressing of the 80s, a beautiful item of clothing can [...]
24.Oct.2009 In defence of fashion writing
Good fashion writers defy the disposable nature of the industry. Theirs is a compassionate understanding of the way clothing influences our lives – both in the disproportionate joy derived from a frivolous purchase, and the significance of a wedding dress or a well-fitting pair of jeans.
Not every fashion lover is keen on runway photos. For [...]
17.Oct.2009 How to dress like a French woman: An outsider’s observations of French style
(Françoise Hardy)
People the world over consider French women to be among the most stylish beings to walk the planet. But why?
I’ve lived in France for nine months now, and seen bits of the country from the north to the south and in between. And of course, it would be a huge generalisation to say that [...]
15.Oct.2009 Investment dressing: why it’s no investment at all
In times of economic trouble (alternative phrases, from the cliché notebook: these tough economic times, times of financial difficulty…) there are a some old faithfuls that women’s magazines like to turn out in order to keep their advertising revenue up and encourage us, the consumer, to spend our dosh. Advertorials like, “The look for less”, [...]
06.Oct.2009 Fashion sites with a sense of humour
Fashion is a serious business. You need no further proof of this than the surly looks on model’s faces as they walk down the runway, that say “This. is. serious.”
But here’s a little secret I’ll let you in on: fashion can be fun! Remember when you were a kid and you put your plaid blouse on [...]
What I Wore
Today I’m wearing:
Vintage dress bought in Utrecht
Witchery stockings
Vintage shoes bought in Utrecht
Bag bought in Morocco
Belt permanently borrowed from my Ma
Sniffing my armpits? Or simply an ill-advised pose? You decide.
I kept my make-up simple – it was a humid day and if I get too complicated my eye shadow will end up melted onto my chin. [...]
02.Oct.2009 What’s the time, Mr Wolf? 5 favourite watches.
Watch-o’clock! Some people are obsessed with shoes, others with handbags. For me, it’s watches. I love ‘em, and the quirkier, the better. I believe that they really are an essential part of being a together, organised person – and no, pulling your phone out of your pocket or bag when you want to check the [...]
28.Sep.2009 Style blogging makes fashion more egalitarian
If fashion were a political system, it would have been overthrown long ago. Those at the top of the hierarchy – designers and editors – dictate what we commonfolk will wear from one season to the next, from its cut to its colour, right down to the texture of the fabric.
Fashion is an art form, [...]
The Fit: How to look stylish, no matter what your style
Open any fashion magazine and you’ll find a wealth of advice – and sometimes out and out insistence – on what to wear. Pants are out, dresses are in! Shoulders are bigger! It’s all about biker chic/bohemian nostalgia/power dressing!
It’s overwhelming.
Eventually a choice must be made: 1) to follow someone else’s advice mindlessly, looking at last [...]
