Don't worry, I'm not talking about christmas already - although it is only 6 months away, I'm talking about the highlight of most peoples summer... Festivals!
Now I've never been to one, being a student and all my loan won't stretch that far after blowing it all in Topshop on loan day, but i can't help but love the fashion. The closest I've got to going to a festival is pitching up a tent with my wellies and denim shorts on in my front room, watching V Fest on the tele, eating a cold can of beans!
But if i did ever go, I would have to take about 8 suitcases! I always see so many people like Sienna Miller and Alexa Chung throwing themselves into the festival pit of fashion and looking amazing in their floral dresses and boots or hotpants and trilby hats!
If i were going this year i would say my top six pieces to wear would be:
1. Wellies - a standard staple for the english weather! But if i had to pick any wellies i would usually always say Hunter wellies in a classic green or red, but this year i think I would mix it up a little and splash out on some Timberland Welfleet wellies, they're give a bit more of an edge to your outfit and if bought in black they'll go with anything.
2. Denim shorts - the official piece of clothing that I'm sure were made for festivals! But a good highwasted pair that keep my bum cheeks in would suit me fine, in a washed out denim look that'll look fresher than you by the end of the weekend.
3. Crochet waistcoat - best piece to bring the festival trends up to 2011.
4. Rain coat - You know what England's weather is like, so you'd be silly not to pack a coat! If i were getting one this year i'd want a bright polkadot one, if you have to wear it it'll cover up your outfit so it has to be a statment cover up.
5. Sunnies - you know it's summer when you get your sunnies out so you'll need a good, oversized pair to take to festival. They'll be handy to cover up your hungover, puffy eyes in the morning too.
6. Hat - It would be a crime not to wear a hat to a festival, my all time favourites are trilby hats because i think they scream festival chic and you can get floral and bright bands around them to set your outfit. They also hide your hair on the final day when it's greasy enough to fry an egg in!
Don't get me wrong, the amazing acts playing at all the festivals are what effect your decision of which one to go to and create the experience, but for me right now its more a fashion festival than a music festival! Hopefully next year i'll be able to rock out to Ellie Goulding in my denims somewhere.
Thursday, 9 June 2011
Monday, 9 May 2011
Young Man attacked on night out in Soton leaves residents fearful
Left in intensive care, a young was attacked outside 90 degrees bar on a night out with his friends on the 12th March after a drunken scrap.
The victim was struck down to the streets of Carlton Place as two groups conflicted, directly outside the bar, 90 Degrees shortly before the man was taken to Southampton General Hospital. Local residents and student’s parents are now worried about the safety of the area and their children, as Southampton is home to over 52,000 students.
44 year old Paula Bishop, a mother of a first year student at Solent University said: “After hearing about the attack I can’t help but worry about my daughter every time she goes out, I have to know where she’s going and can’t sleep until I know she’s back in the safety of her own halls. Student safety needs to be taken seriously in such a student based area”.
With two universities based in the city, and 52,000 students living in the area police are making students’ safety their main priority.
The police were called at approximately 1.50 am where they found the victim outside the busy bar, suffering from serious head injuries; so the police are taking no chances in letting it happen again. They are calling all witnesses of the attack to come forward with any evidence to help with the investigation after the scene of the crime was cornered off for forensic examination on Sunday 13th March.
Resident police officer, Tracey Dang, who patrols the area and visits student accommodations frequently to talk to students, admitted: “Students should be extra careful around Bedford place and the high street on weekends; they’re always busy nights for us and where we often find the most trouble. But to keep the area as safe as possible we are always patrolling the area for any signs of danger. We strongly believe that students should look after themselves and try and steer clear from as much trouble as they can, especially under the influence of alcohol to escape from situations like the one at Carlton Place”.
Two men in their 20s have already been arrested for the attack, however, the police are appealing for more witnesses to step forward as later on a third man for Hertfordshire has now been arrested and questioned about the attack. However, all three have been bailed whilst detectives look for further enquiries.
For students to feel safe in their chosen university town, police urge local residents to always speak up if a witness to any controversy. Police believe that the same group who attacked the helpless man fuelled another riot earlier outside a nearby club, which could have stopped the later attack from happening if someone had come forward beforehand.
Although the police were quick to act and defuse the situation, the bouncers of 90 degrees deserve a mention as they helped the police detain two suspects. However more witnesses are needed to further the investigation and have been asked to contact the police on 0845 0454545 if anyone holds any other information.
Contact Details:
Paula Bishop 07851239430
Tracey Dang
Useful links:
http://www.thisishampshire.net/news/8906498.Arrests_after_attack_at_city_night_spot/
http://www.dailyecho.co.uk/news/8908853.print/
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hampshire-12727013
The victim was struck down to the streets of Carlton Place as two groups conflicted, directly outside the bar, 90 Degrees shortly before the man was taken to Southampton General Hospital. Local residents and student’s parents are now worried about the safety of the area and their children, as Southampton is home to over 52,000 students.
44 year old Paula Bishop, a mother of a first year student at Solent University said: “After hearing about the attack I can’t help but worry about my daughter every time she goes out, I have to know where she’s going and can’t sleep until I know she’s back in the safety of her own halls. Student safety needs to be taken seriously in such a student based area”.
With two universities based in the city, and 52,000 students living in the area police are making students’ safety their main priority.
The police were called at approximately 1.50 am where they found the victim outside the busy bar, suffering from serious head injuries; so the police are taking no chances in letting it happen again. They are calling all witnesses of the attack to come forward with any evidence to help with the investigation after the scene of the crime was cornered off for forensic examination on Sunday 13th March.
Resident police officer, Tracey Dang, who patrols the area and visits student accommodations frequently to talk to students, admitted: “Students should be extra careful around Bedford place and the high street on weekends; they’re always busy nights for us and where we often find the most trouble. But to keep the area as safe as possible we are always patrolling the area for any signs of danger. We strongly believe that students should look after themselves and try and steer clear from as much trouble as they can, especially under the influence of alcohol to escape from situations like the one at Carlton Place”.
Two men in their 20s have already been arrested for the attack, however, the police are appealing for more witnesses to step forward as later on a third man for Hertfordshire has now been arrested and questioned about the attack. However, all three have been bailed whilst detectives look for further enquiries.
For students to feel safe in their chosen university town, police urge local residents to always speak up if a witness to any controversy. Police believe that the same group who attacked the helpless man fuelled another riot earlier outside a nearby club, which could have stopped the later attack from happening if someone had come forward beforehand.
Although the police were quick to act and defuse the situation, the bouncers of 90 degrees deserve a mention as they helped the police detain two suspects. However more witnesses are needed to further the investigation and have been asked to contact the police on 0845 0454545 if anyone holds any other information.
Contact Details:
Paula Bishop 07851239430
Tracey Dang
Useful links:
http://www.thisishampshire.net/news/8906498.Arrests_after_attack_at_city_night_spot/
http://www.dailyecho.co.uk/news/8908853.print/
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hampshire-12727013
Friday, 6 May 2011
All hail... galliano?
We all used to idolise him, his designs and were proud to know a Brit made it in the Paris Fashion house, Christian Dior. But oh how times have changed…
John Galliano at 50 years old should know better than to kick up a fuss in a public Paris bar when the paparazzi are always lurking around, and nothing can go a miss with todays’ technology.
The innocent people who were enjoying a quiet afternoon out filmed the former creative directors’ explosion of anger as his career and name deteriorated in front of them.
Crying out as he finished of one of many drinks, “people like you should be dead. Your mothers, your forefathers, would all be fucking gassed”. He also claimed that he loved Hitler, which he proved by shouting anti-Semitic comments. The funny thing is, if you can see a funny side to this, is that they wasn’t even Jewish?
I don’t understand who Galliano thinks he is passing comment on a sensitive subject and personally attacking these people, I’m surprised we didn’t hear the famous “do you know who I am?” phrase, although after this I wouldn’t be surprised if he had used it in the past.
The sad thing is, this wasn’t the first time it happened as a week before in another bar, and surprise surprise after another few drinks he attacked a woman – who was French telling her she had a ‘dirty Jew face’ and threatened to kill her friend who was Asian. Seriously? He’s the one in the foreign country being insulting to the locals, dare I say someone might be a bit of a hypocrite? To be honest with attacks like these it was about time he was suspended by the fashion label, Dior.
Being associated with such a racist could seriously affect the label, it has been said that Natalie Portman- the face of Dior’s Miss Dior Cherie fragrance, was to wear a Dior dress to the Oscars, but with being proud to be of a Jewish origin decided against it and wore a Rodarte dress instead. If only he could handle his drink and control his opinions, although I’m sure Dior have quite a few opinions of him now though.
It may be a bit strong of me to call him a fashion disgrace after his actions, but I’m going to do it anyway! Fashion is something that all countries and cultures can share, and as the front man of one of Paris’ leading Fashion houses he should know better and keep those opinions to himself and not use them against the public – his fans.
Useful links:
http://blogs.independent.co.uk/2011/02/28/censored-natalie-portman%E2%80%99s-oscar-frock-horror/
http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/3436757/Film-of-John-Gallianos-racist-rant-in-bar.html
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/europe/france/8350738/John-Galliano-rant-caught-on-film.html
John Galliano at 50 years old should know better than to kick up a fuss in a public Paris bar when the paparazzi are always lurking around, and nothing can go a miss with todays’ technology.
The innocent people who were enjoying a quiet afternoon out filmed the former creative directors’ explosion of anger as his career and name deteriorated in front of them.
Crying out as he finished of one of many drinks, “people like you should be dead. Your mothers, your forefathers, would all be fucking gassed”. He also claimed that he loved Hitler, which he proved by shouting anti-Semitic comments. The funny thing is, if you can see a funny side to this, is that they wasn’t even Jewish?
I don’t understand who Galliano thinks he is passing comment on a sensitive subject and personally attacking these people, I’m surprised we didn’t hear the famous “do you know who I am?” phrase, although after this I wouldn’t be surprised if he had used it in the past.
The sad thing is, this wasn’t the first time it happened as a week before in another bar, and surprise surprise after another few drinks he attacked a woman – who was French telling her she had a ‘dirty Jew face’ and threatened to kill her friend who was Asian. Seriously? He’s the one in the foreign country being insulting to the locals, dare I say someone might be a bit of a hypocrite? To be honest with attacks like these it was about time he was suspended by the fashion label, Dior.
Being associated with such a racist could seriously affect the label, it has been said that Natalie Portman- the face of Dior’s Miss Dior Cherie fragrance, was to wear a Dior dress to the Oscars, but with being proud to be of a Jewish origin decided against it and wore a Rodarte dress instead. If only he could handle his drink and control his opinions, although I’m sure Dior have quite a few opinions of him now though.
It may be a bit strong of me to call him a fashion disgrace after his actions, but I’m going to do it anyway! Fashion is something that all countries and cultures can share, and as the front man of one of Paris’ leading Fashion houses he should know better and keep those opinions to himself and not use them against the public – his fans.
Useful links:
http://blogs.independent.co.uk/2011/02/28/censored-natalie-portman%E2%80%99s-oscar-frock-horror/
http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/3436757/Film-of-John-Gallianos-racist-rant-in-bar.html
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/europe/france/8350738/John-Galliano-rant-caught-on-film.html
Sunday, 10 April 2011
That's Life!
Things change. It's not always for how you want it to, and you can't always stop it but it can be negative and positive, depends how you look at it.
It has just hit me now coming home for easter, 7 months into my first year at uni how things have changed. Now i'm not going to say my friends and family have changed but i haven't, because that would be lying, i can see changes in myself but it scares me to think others can probably see the changes more drastically. I think i have become more independant - before uni i wouldn't even take my plate out when i finished dinner but now not am i only cooking that meal but washing up after as well (although i still try to get out of that if i can!). But also, I'm not as afraid to say what i really think anymore, fair enough i still think you shouldnt say something if it will upset them - unless it's my sister or best friends because they can take it. But i mean if someone is being a lemon, i will tell them they're being a lemon, after all i'd like to be told and it doesn't have to be in a bitchy manner.
However, it is sad to notice your friends moving on with their new uni friends and everyone who didn't go to uni growing closer or forming new groups which you used to be a key member in. I've found it particularly hard coming to terms with my best friends having new best friends. I hate thinking I might not necessarily be the first person they ring when something funny/cringey/bad has happened, though it is nice when out of the blue that does happen, like a little reminder they still remember and value you. But i would be a hypocrite if i left this one sided. Although i like to think i try to keep incontact with my friends and family enough while I'm at uni i know i don't do it as much as i could - or would even like to. Plus i ALWAYS talk about my friends at uni saying "so and so did this" and "omg we did this" but then again i don't stop talking so my friends practically know my whole life story including what jimjams i wore to bed last night.
Although i don't really like change, i don't want to accept my friends have new friends and i don't know everything that's going on with my family, for me gong to uni has been the most positive move i have ever made, and that would be the same for my friends at their universities, so although it's negative for the rest of us, it's a positive change for them.
But i have to admit i am lucky, new friends aside and everything when i come back it mainly feels like i have never left, everyone is just more excited to meet up which can only be a positive thing right? Life does change so we all have to deal with that,we'd be bored if it didn't!
It has just hit me now coming home for easter, 7 months into my first year at uni how things have changed. Now i'm not going to say my friends and family have changed but i haven't, because that would be lying, i can see changes in myself but it scares me to think others can probably see the changes more drastically. I think i have become more independant - before uni i wouldn't even take my plate out when i finished dinner but now not am i only cooking that meal but washing up after as well (although i still try to get out of that if i can!). But also, I'm not as afraid to say what i really think anymore, fair enough i still think you shouldnt say something if it will upset them - unless it's my sister or best friends because they can take it. But i mean if someone is being a lemon, i will tell them they're being a lemon, after all i'd like to be told and it doesn't have to be in a bitchy manner.
However, it is sad to notice your friends moving on with their new uni friends and everyone who didn't go to uni growing closer or forming new groups which you used to be a key member in. I've found it particularly hard coming to terms with my best friends having new best friends. I hate thinking I might not necessarily be the first person they ring when something funny/cringey/bad has happened, though it is nice when out of the blue that does happen, like a little reminder they still remember and value you. But i would be a hypocrite if i left this one sided. Although i like to think i try to keep incontact with my friends and family enough while I'm at uni i know i don't do it as much as i could - or would even like to. Plus i ALWAYS talk about my friends at uni saying "so and so did this" and "omg we did this" but then again i don't stop talking so my friends practically know my whole life story including what jimjams i wore to bed last night.
Although i don't really like change, i don't want to accept my friends have new friends and i don't know everything that's going on with my family, for me gong to uni has been the most positive move i have ever made, and that would be the same for my friends at their universities, so although it's negative for the rest of us, it's a positive change for them.
But i have to admit i am lucky, new friends aside and everything when i come back it mainly feels like i have never left, everyone is just more excited to meet up which can only be a positive thing right? Life does change so we all have to deal with that,we'd be bored if it didn't!
Tuesday, 29 March 2011
Thursday, 24 March 2011
Off the Chain.. Daisy Chain that is.
Its true what they say, fashion trends go round full circle, and that’s no difference with the 70s laid back hippy look. It’s time to let loose those locks, loosen your waistband and drop those hem lines.
Let your bohemian beauty free with this summer’s biggest fashion statement; the maxi dress. With a dropped hemline and floaty, breezy fabrics the maxi dress is the ultimate 70s statement, especially teamed with floral prints in warm colours. However, seeing as I’m 5ft nothing they seem to drown me, so I guess I’ll leave the maxi dress to the leggy ladies. I also might leave them to flares which are revisiting the shops, they don’t really work for me but can look amazing teamed with a simple vest, signature oversized sunnies and a vintage floppy hat if you want to nail this trend.
Let your bohemian beauty free with this summer’s biggest fashion statement; the maxi dress. With a dropped hemline and floaty, breezy fabrics the maxi dress is the ultimate 70s statement, especially teamed with floral prints in warm colours. However, seeing as I’m 5ft nothing they seem to drown me, so I guess I’ll leave the maxi dress to the leggy ladies. I also might leave them to flares which are revisiting the shops, they don’t really work for me but can look amazing teamed with a simple vest, signature oversized sunnies and a vintage floppy hat if you want to nail this trend.
Relive the rebellion and express yourself with rich colours and clashing prints. The best thing about this trend is the freedom to wear anything… with anything! You can be bold with floral prints at the same time as powerful paisley. It’s also quite retro to throw in an animal print clutch or belt to seal the deal. However, too many prints can look like you’ve rolled around in a jumble sale rather than daisies. For me, what puts the hippy in the chick is the accessories. And I don’t just mean putting a flower in your hair, the iconic peace sign necklace or a floppy hat; which I recommend for a low key 70s style. But I’m talking about the big, natural hair. Bigger is better, hairspray is a must (as if it isn’t anyway) so you better get perfecting your backcombing. Natural waves are easy to handle, day or night, so I can see it tying in well with the beach look this summer fashioned with a floral headband. But if you want to step it up a notch and hit that 70s glamour then go for the static brushed out crimp, your hair will look wild and free, just what the 70s fought for. This trend has the perfect pieces for you to make love, not war!
Wednesday, 9 March 2011
Put a Spring in your Step!
In preparation for Spring, fashion is taking a leaf out of nature’s book and dusting the catwalk with petals. That’s right, floral prints are going to be huge this season in order to get you in the mood for summer loving. You’ve seen it everywhere, even in Rihanna’s “Only Girl in the World” video she can’t get enough, so find out how you can be rolling in it.
Flirty floral prints were seen all over the catwalk this season ranging from D&G maxi dresses to Carolina Herrera knee touching one pieces that can be adaptable to anyone’s taste. Hem lines were a major reoccurrence throughout the catwalk and are featuring all over the high-street with floor skimming skirts, dresses and palazzo trousers. Other than D&G; Etro and Jil Sander had the floral maxi dress blossoming over their spring/summer collections as well, showcasing that petal prints are going to be the highlight of all our wardrobes this season.
(Carolina Herrera's collection)
Whatever your style, the flower frenzy can tailor to anyone’s taste; whether you’re being bold and bright and wanting to attract attention, by mixing prints in neon and block colours or making peace with your floral tee and recreating the 70s. And for the feminine females, the floral minimalism look in nude tones can flatter the romance within any girl.
Continuing the feminine yet floral collaboration, the main material that reoccurred was silk. This includes short sunflower skirts, wide leg wild flower flares and sexy shirts. Shirts have made a huge comeback this season within male and female fashion, and therefore Mother Nature becomes father nature this season. With floral shirts hitting the high-street men are able to create that vintage look with one item. They can also water their sophisticated work wear with a floral tie or shirt can inject to any outfit.
However, if a floral dress seems too much for you flower buds but still want to bloom with the fashion felines then why not try floral accessories instead. To step into this fashion phase, flowery footwear is growing rapidly through the high-street with painted wooden wedges to entice our inner hippy chicks as well as cute peep toes for a sexy but feminine style. On the other hand, if statement shoes aren’t you’re cup of tea then how about jewellery? Giant rings in the shape of a rose are flying off shelves in pinks, reds and cream to resemble those roses we all wish for by our special someone. And for those who are feeling more adventurous, statement floral necklaces are key this season, as seen by celebrities like Keira Knightly fashioning them. Bright colours such as red are sure to get you noticed.
For the revival of the 70s also being a hot trend for spring/summer 2011, ditsy prints and headbands mean you can tackle both trends at the same time, reliving those peace making and daisy chain wearing days that we couldn’t the first time. If you want to jump into this trend head first then the high-street is bubbling with bands catered for you. Large roses are reoccurring throughout the stores and appear to be a popular sight of the summer, however if you think this trend is going to be like a thorn in your side and can’t deal with the other girly style then smaller, plaited ditsy printed bands are the path for you.
Fashion doesn’t only have to be what you see on the outside though, the most desired part of a flower is it’s nectar, which bees have to get passed the petals for so why not you do the same? Underwear can be on trend too, and floral lingerie is the ultimate girly fashion statement that would make any woman feel feminine. But don’t stop there as sexy nightwear can do the same trick, the only trouble you will have is being able to get out of your flowerbed.
(D&G collection)
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