I’ve never really understood the appeal of espadrilles. They aren’t unforgivable like Crocs or FitFlops but I’ve never felt the need to own a pair, I guess there’s not much need for flat raffia and canvas shoes in London – it just never gets hot enough! Even on holiday, I’m a sandals or ...
Valentino Couture Spring 2015
Romance is well and truly in the air at Valentino this season. Inspired by Shakespeare and Dante as well as the work of Russian painter Marc Chagall, Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli dreamt up an extravagant declaration of love this season. Chagall’s Russian heritage served as ...
Valentino spring/summer 2013 campaign
It seems as though the frost hasn't quite thawed for Valentino's spring/summer 2013 campaign but nevertheless, I'm a big fan of this pretty, delicate campaign. Shot by Sarah Moon, the campaign has a little hint of Tim Walker's magic and features models Codie Young, Magdalena Jasek, Mackenzie Drazen, ...
Objet de lust – Valentino studded calf hair pumps
Le sigh. I've fallen head over heels (pun intended) for Valentino's accessories. I may have my eye on the studded tote but I've been crushing on the subtly studded heels for a couple of seasons now. I didn't think they got much more beautiful than the pale pink pair - the hard, shiny studs were a ...
Gap x Valentino collaboration
I am not a happy bunny this week. After weeks, nay months, of whipping us into a frenzy with rumours, announcements, leaks and teaser videos, the H&M x Lanvin finally launched earlier this week. Previous H&M collaborations have caused havoc but this was out and out chaos. There are stories ...