You Punk!

80’s punk is back! No don’t worry, I’m talking about the style not the music…thank god!

When I say eighties punk, Madonna dressed head to toe in leather, with frizzy crimped hair and un-plucked eyebrows comes to mind.

Following this new trend doesn’t have to be a fashion faux pas.

ASOS have piled together a collection from designers and the highstreet, which they have entitled Punk Visage.

Here are the essentials to put the fashion back into punk.

The kind of guidance the 80’s missed out on.

FAQ1- Simplicity is key!

Tank tops black or white, look nice paired with a pair of faded or tie-dye style jeans

 

FAQ2- Leather Jackets are a must have item for this look. 

Be careful not to over do it. Restrict it to one or two items in your outfit.

 

FAQ3- The edgy print T-shirt

It doesn’t matter what it says or whose face is on it. Fact of the matter is, if it looks good with a pair of jeans or wetlook leggings than buy it!

Print leggings and print jackets are also a thumbs up!

 

FAQ4- Wetlook leggings 

The best way to look like you’re wearing leather pants without actually wearing them.

 

FAQ7-Print and lace dresses

Paired with the shoe boot and leather jacket, achieves a great look.

 

FAQ6-The shoe-boot

Looks good with any outfit.

 

FAQ7- Studded accessories

Gives an edge to your outfit.

 

FAQ8- Rips are a good idea

If you cant afford to splash out on a new outfit, why not get the scissors out and punk the hell out of an old pair of jeans. 

 

For more style ideas, visit www.asos.com

Post by K.T

Diaz: The “Queen of Green”?

Vogue has dubbed Cameron Diaz the “green queen” of celebrity- and rightly so because for years she’s been driving her hybrid car, and supporting green fashion labels. Her recent spread in Vogue shot by Mario Testino, shows her modelling clothing labels and ethical fabrics from Stella McCartney to “Guatemalan cotton that is naturally resistant to pests”. Stunning photo’s of Diaz, show how the fashion world are really taking ethical fashion seriously, for us normaltons can we really be 100%  goody-green-shoes?

Mario Testino- Vogue (June)

Vogue June Cover

Besides the problem that most ethical fashion can at times be unaffordable, there also lies the question of how far we go to be ethical. Does it include bags and accessories? shoes? undies? make up? Even though Diaz is rocking gorgeous silk and cotton pieces, are wedges (1st picture) made from organic or ethically sourced material?

Look Magazine wrote a feature a few months back on the production of the humble bangle. In short- the glaze used on the bangles made in India cause bad health and sometimes death for the factory workers making them. Are Diaz’s bangles clear of guilt?

As you can see it’s difficult to be 100% anything, and appropriately, Diaz doesn’t claim to be any type of eco-warrior. I think this is the right approach to take, any step towards ethical fashion is a good step. Thumbs up Cameron!

By A Weekes

The Catorialist

Fashion is definitely not only human-oriented. Poochie Heaven offers designer collars for cats (was originally made for dogs). There are many other places for your pet cat to embrace the latest animal haute couture. I personally don’t support dressing animals (unless they’d be cold without clothes), but nice collars and other accessories I don’t mind that much. If you have too much money, and (too much?) love for your pet, go for it!

I personally support mortal fashion, such as captured by The Sartorialist, and Hel Looks (people in the streets of Helsinki, Finland).  However, the coolest ’street fashion’ blog I’ve seen is probably The Catorialist. No need for overly fancy outfits or designer labels on our beloved cats. They’re wearing fabulous fur coats all the time, all over the world. The diversity is amazing, and cats are just lovely. So, for those tired of Lolcats, have a look at The Catorialist, and fill your coffee break with cat fashion au naturale.

Below is a picture of my beloved cat, named The Cat (Kass in Estonian). A trendy white scarf accessory spicing the hip ginger coat. Nevermind the fact that he’s falling off our roof when the picture was taken.

Extreme Conditions by The Cat

And here is another, more relaxed representation of The Cat. Bedroom outfit.

Nightwear by The Cat

 A.T.

Big Bracelets

Just like the dresses, the skirts and the heels, our braclets, too, are going maxi this season. 

R.L

Fashion Cuts

 

 

(Photos: my own)
R.L

L.K Bennett’s

Stunning pair of flats by L.K Bennett.

They’re  feminine, classy and comfortable…can we ask for more?

R.L