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Forever 21 Spring Summer 12 Collection

Surita — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:16:49 +0000

Ok so it's not exactly warm outside at the moment, but belive it or not Spring is just around the corner (fingers crossed!)

So what better time is there to cheer ourselves up with the thought of all the lovely things Spring will bring, One of them being a new spring wardrobe. Feast your eyes over some of the lovely spring summer offerings from Forever 21!

The collections which include, 60's doll, Japanese Garden, Pop and Block and Retro Riviera.

The 60's Doll is all about girlie details and cute prints.

A floaty beige top with a contrasting black laser cut collar. The frill cuffs and arch cut add to the cuteness.

This bow print blouse is really cute and perfect for spring.

We 'heart' these green and white heart print shorts, perfect for those of you who like to display your pins!

This pink lace top is really pretty, and the pastel colour makes it so on trend.

This polka dot dress with a pussy bow is grown up girlie at its best.

Japanese Garden combines the shapes and patterns that are so typical of Japanese styles.

The design of this black floral print dress is typical of Japanese style, a real hit for spring.

This floral blouse will perk you up and think spring has already arrived!

This floral button up dress is so floaty and feminine.

Who would have thought having a mullet would you make you look so good? Well that's exactly what you will look in this floral print mullet dress.

This tie front floral jacket is really pretty and very typical of both Japanese style and print.

Pop and Block offers the best of interesting shapes in either single block of colours or colour blocking.

This blue cut out maxi dress combines the best of pop and block.

These green shorts with cute panelled buttons on the front add the perfect colour block for this spring.

Not only is this a beautiful purple body con dress, but the lattice top adds that extra special detailing.

This perfect purple bow front skirt certainly packs a powerful purple punch!

A red midi dress with a contrasting colour belt, perfect colour blocking.

Retro Riviera combines the best of old glamour with the height of sophistication.

This black and white polka dot jumpsuit is super girlie! The floaty and frill on the top gives it that stylish look.

In keeping with the black and white theme,with this black and white striped dress it's the cute pleating detail from the waist band and the straps that make this stand out.

Nothing says glamour quite like a maxi dress, and this green one shoulder maxi dress is no exception.

These navy high waisted trousers add instant glamour and sophistication.

This red structured top has been cut beautifully and will suit and flatter your figure.

Visit www.forever21.com or pop into a Forever 21 store near you to see the full Spring Summer 12 collection.

So Darling! loves………..

Surita — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:16:03 +0000

So Darling! loves……..this beautiful coral and black paisley maxi dress with pleat neck detail from Wallis at a bargain £55. The cut of this dress may be simple but it's the print of this dress that makes it so opulent looking. I think you will agree that this dress makes quite a statement!

Such a dramatic and opulent print is what really makes this dress stand out from the crowd.

The dramatic print carries on right through to the back of the dress.

A simple black belt that will cinch you in perfectly.

Wrap Up Against Poverty

Surita — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:24:21 +0000

WRAP UP AGAINST POVERTY 2012

EXCLUSIVE CELEBRITY AND DESIGNER CLOTHING AUCTIONED TO RAISE VITAL FUNDS

JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2012

With London Fashion Week falling at the end of February, showcasing trends for Autumn and Winter 2012, charity Elizabeth Finn Care is celebrating all things fashion by auctioning a selection of unique items, donated by top celebrities and designers.

At Elizabeth Finn Care, a national charity whose grants team offers financial support to those in need, they know people can struggle to afford the items of winter clothing they need to stay warm and healthy during the colder months. There are 13.5 million people living below the poverty line in the UK, among them 3.8 million children. Through Wrap Up Against Poverty, money to help buy more people in financial need buy essential clothes.

The inaugural Wrap Up Against Poverty campaign was launched in 2011. Over half the people the charity helps had to go without new clothes before they made the approach. By bidding for the fabulous pieces available, the public can not only boost their style credentials but also enable people in financial need survive the winter months.

Each item available reflects both the style and personality of the individual or designer who has donated it. Bidders can go for the classic look of Sienna Miller’s Doma fleece coat, or follow in Dame Helen Mirren’s footsteps by opting for her beautiful Alberta Ferretti coat. Glamour puss Kimberley Walsh’s plush Louis Vuitton scarf will be up for grabs too, as will a beautiful Alexander McQueen suit from Fern Britton, and stylish winter coats from comedy heroes Mathew Horne and Ruth Jones. To add to a spectacular celebrity list, exclusive designer items including a golden Martina Spetlova shift dress have been donated alongside beautiful items from high street stores such as Ted Baker and Topshop.

Wrap Up Against Poverty was a huge hit in 2011, raising both funds and awareness of the fact that millions of people in the UK are living in financial need and many can’t afford to clothe themselves through winter. Wrap Up Against Poverty 2012 will be even greater and grander.

Malcolm Tyndall, Director at Elizabeth Finn Care, said: “We hope that, with the generous support of top celebrities and the fashion industry, not to mention an incredibly enthusiastic public, Wrap Up Against Poverty 2012 will enable us to help even more people find and access the help they desperately need.”

Following the move to the digital catwalk, Elizabeth Finn Care’s auction will be hosted on eBay from Thursday 26^th January, and will close on Sunday 26^th February. The list of donations is growing longer by the day. To see the latest celebrity and designer winter items up for grabs, please go to www.elizabethfinncare.org.uk/WrapUp

Here are a few items available at auction,

Topshop Waistcoat

George Lamb – Yves Saint Laurnet Blazer

Helen Mirren – Alberta Ferretti Coat

Lauren Laverne – Marc Jacobs Dress

Lisa Snowden – Chanel Hat

Martina Spetlova Dress

Sienna Miller – Dorna Fleece Coat

Images courtesy of W Piotr Onak

Christmas Stocking Fillers

Surita — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 14:44:36 +0000

Have you got your Chrismas shopping done? No? Well there are still a couple days left if you still haven't managed to get all your gifts. So Darling! are on hand to help with some stocking fillers ideas,

£15.50

A beautiful body spray with ngi grass to keep skin hydrated for 24 hours. Refresh and nourish your skin with a soothing combination of exotic leaf extracts and coconut milk. Just spray on the surface of your skin and enjoy the refreshing cool and luscious glow.

£12.00

Paper false eyelashes by Paperself. Featuring an intricate cut-out paper design, including deer heads and antlers topped. Inspired by fairy tales and forests, the innocent designs represent the pursuit of happiness and sweet memories. For application, line the false lash up with your eye line and trim down if necessary, shape the band and apply some lash adhesive to the band. Once the adhesive is tacky, apply just above the lash line working from the inner to the outer corner of the eye.

£6.00

Flowtees are an ideal gift for the younger children or equally a great addition to any party decoration. They work by being attached to the ribbon of any helium balloon, creating a look of a hot air balloon. The Flowtees can be filled with decorative confetti or confectionery. The choices are endless!

£39.84

Not forgetting our darling pooches! This delightful Christmas stocking comes filled with a lovely hand chosen selection of dog products and includes: a toy suitable for chewing, a packet of treats, a grooming product and a charming Little Dog Laughed dog Christmas card The perfect Christmas gift for your best furry friend.

£30.00

And of course the for the feline family members! This delightful hamper comes filled with a lovely hand chosen selection of kitten products and includes: Lily’s kitten food, a lovely cat collar, treats and a catnip mouse. The purrrfect gift for your kitten or cat.

£12.99

There is nothing 'Bah Humbug' about this retro sweet hamper from Bah Humbug! It contains a wonderful selection of retro sweets from the late 1970's and 1980's. Great for the big and little kids!

£30.00

A pretty clutch bag by ASOS Collection. Featuring a lace motif overlay, contrast lining, a pleated frame design, with a clip fastening, and a silver-tone metal chain strap.

£16.10

It's always great when a book looks great on the coffee table, and this one will definately wil! 100 years of fashion illustration is great for the fashionistas and the illustrators.

£36.99

Feminine in the extreme, Ange ou Demon Le Secret reveals a composition with “jasmine tea“ accents in watercolour-like nuances of pastel tones. The light-hearted top note starts with a sparkling burst of Italian winter lemon and cranberry, underpinned by a green tea leaf accord. Faithful to the “white flowers” signature of Givenchy’s fragrance creations, the middle note centers around crystalline jasmine, linking the subtle white peony with refreshing water flowers. Bewitching and captivating, the voluptuous and sensual base notes of blond woods, patchouli and caressing hints, gracefully reveals the final touch, the elegant signature of Le Secret…

£29.99

For the man who likes to feel like a million dollars! The expression of every man's fantasies. An object of desire as a gold ingot shape. An addictive fresh spicy leather fragrance. Spicy masculine flower with rose and musk. Sparkling fresh fruits with blood mandarin and peppermint. Sensual leather with amber and leather.

£14.00

If you're like me and you constantly lose your gloves or your hat, then this is ideal for you. A hooded scarf with pockets! Now that is what you call an all in one product!

£7.00

Twinkle, twinkle little star, well two to be exact. A gorgeous twinkle star stud set in sterling silver from Accessorize.

£3.99

Get your lips ready when mistletoe srtikes! Indulge your natural side with these deliciously scented lip balms. in Mango and Papaya, Cranberry and Pomegranate, Coconut and Shea Butter.

£2.95/100g

Ginger and spice and all things nice. That’s what this little bubble bar house from Lush is made of. With its little snowy roof and cinnamon stick chimney, this bubble bar looks as good as its edible cousins. But, when you come to use this one, instead of a stale gingerbread biscuit, you get mountains of spicy, fruity foam and a jolly good wash. With ginger powder and ginger essential oil, this is a warming little number. There is also lemon oil and a fruity scent based around the blackcurrant notes of buchu oil. It’s a wonderful treat that you’ll want to lose yourself in.

£22.00

There truly is something for everyone to love in this best selling collection from Hotel Chocolat – there are 30 melt-in-the-mouth pralines and oozingly soft caramels, to silky truffles with a tipsy twist. A gorgeously balanced gift, embracing all of the best-loved recipes.

Clean Heels

Surita — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 08:33:51 +0000

Clean Heels, the revolutionary must-have accessories for stiletto wearers everywhere, are delighted to launch onto a new web platform at www.cleanheels.co.uk

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Clean Heels are the brainchild of Ally Stevenson, who invented, patented and manufactures them within the UK using eco-friendly materials. Not only do they enable stilettos to be worn at outdoor events like weddings and at the races without that all too familiar sinking feeling, they also protect delicate heels from wear and tear and also minimise the damage that fine heels can cause, and allow them to be worn in otherwise banned environments, such as stately homes.

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To celebrate the launch of the website and the new Facebook profile page, 25p will be donated to Breast Cancer Care for every 'like' they receive. By simply clicking you will also be helping a worthy cause!

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You will also get a free pair of clean heels with every purchase up until Christmas!

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Priced from only £4.99, these disposable items make the perfect stocking filler and easily slip into the smallest of handbags in case of emergencies – they increase the surface area and grip of stilettos on icy ground too, very useful for the Christmas party season.

Here are the designs available,

£4.99

Pretty clear plain Heel Stoppers available in Petite, Small and Medium.

£4.99

Plain Black Heel Stoppers – Sizes Petite, Small, Medium.

£7.99

Clear Heel Stoppers with Crystal Rose detail – available in Petite, Small and Medium. Rose can be removed and reused.

£7.99

Pretty black Heel Stoppers with elegant crystal rose feature – Rose can be removed and reused.

£5.99

Clear Heel Stoppers with crystal flower detail – available in Petite, Small and Medium. Flower can be removed and reused.

£5.99

Clear Heel Stoppers with black flower detail – available in Petite, Small and Medium. Flower can be removed and reused.

£10.00

Clear Swarovski cut glass heart Heel Stoppers – available in Petite, Small and Medium. Crystal heart can be removed and reused.

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Wrap Up For Winter

Surita — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 08:33:17 +0000

It's the one piece of clothing that you wear constantly throughout winter, and for most (me included!) is the thing that gets you through winter. Thats right your trusty winter coat! So Darling! have found the best of the most stylish and suer snug winter coats on the market.

£69.00

This collarless coat from Dorothy Perkins has a vintage look about it, and the ochre colour adds a touch of some much longed for sunshine.

£45.00

The frill around the collar and the big bow tie on the front of this mink collarless coat from Miss Selfridge really feminises what can normally be just an ordinary mac.

£25.00

Make a lady-like statement in this elegant, velvet-look coat in petrol blue from New Look, it features a large bow tie at the neck, side pockets and rolled cuffs.

£95.00

A statement wrap coat with an oversized collar from Oasis. This outwear piece has long sleeves, an asymmetric hem and tie belt to the waist for the perfect fit and you'll blend in perfectly when the snow comes.

£70.00

Look pretty in the cold in this soft tweed coat with cosy faux fur collar, hidden button fastening and two handy front pockets. Just add knee-high boots.

£149.99

Inject some military styling to your autumn outfits with this easy to wear coat from Mint Velvet. With statement buckles and a cosy funnel neck this will take your look from casual to trendy in an instant.

£27.75

A cool denim jacket featuring a fur trimmed notched collar, placket, cuffs and hem from Forever 21. With tack buttoned epaulets on the shoulders and slash zip pockets and zip closure at placket and cuffs.

£190.00

This wool-blend coat from french Connection is a neat ladylike silhouette. Wear with a structured tote bag and killer heels to show you mean business!

This Wonderland Flared Coat is collarless and has a side-fastening button placket at front, interior button fastening, two side-slit pockets and a flared skirt.

£40.00

A stylish ochre and black check cape from Wallis. With double breasted fastening, and is made with Italian Wool.

£99.99

This wool coat from H&M comprises a long waistcoat with a zip and pockets at the front, and an attached cape with a press-stud and scarf comlete with a decorative trim.

So Darling! loves……………..

Surita — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 11:22:50 +0000

So Darling! loves………….this Champagne sequin dress from Dorothy Perkins. At £60 it is a steal when you consider all the detailing of the sequins.

£60

The Champagne sequin dress with a deep v-neck and long sleeves comes in two lenghs, 88cm and 93cms if you're taller.

The long statement zip, adds to the charm of the champagne sequinned dress.

The sequin detailing is exquisite!

Myleene Klass Nails

Surita — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 11:22:06 +0000

Myleene is delighted to unveil her new collection of nail designs. These amazing nail wraps stick to your fingertips in seconds but last for days. Unlike nail polish, nail wraps don’t chip or damage your nails and are so easy to apply. You don’t have to wait for your nails to dry or risk smudging and ruining your look! Myleene has created 7 fabulous designs for the Christmas party season and 9 originals in either plain or sparkle. Whether you’re in the mood for polka dots or lovehearts, you can match your outfits to your nails!

Each unique set contains 24 designs for both your fingers and toes as well as a nail file.

Myleene says ‘With my Myleene Klass Nails, you can get dazzling, gorgeous nails in an instant. They're so quick and easy to apply – just peel, stick and go plus you don’t even need to heat them up. Best of all, you can now change your look as quickly as you change your clothes!’

The nails are available for £5.99 from Asda, Boots, Debenhams and Wilkinsons and jmldirect.com.

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Seven Dials Christmas Shopping

Surita — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 09:48:51 +0000

WRAP UP CHRISTMAS FOR LESS AT THE SEVEN DIALS &

ST MARTIN’S COURTYARD 20% OFF CHRISTMAS SHOPPING EVENING

5-9pm, Thursday 1^st December 2011

If you still have some Christmas shopping left to do, or like me you haven’t even started it yet then fear not as you can wrap up your Christmas shopping for less on December 1^st when over 120 stores and venues in Covent Garden’s Seven Dials and St Martin’s Courtyard will be offering 20% off especially for this exclusive festive shopping evening.

From 5 til 9pm, shoppers of discerning taste will have the opportunity to purchase original gifts for friends, family and loved ones with 20% off throughout Seven Dials’ seven streets of independent boutiques, heritage brands, vintage stores and indulgent beauty and grooming salons, as well as nearby St Martin’s Courtyard – a beautiful open air shopping destination boasting a unique mix of stylish fashion, beauty and lifestyle boutiques and flagships. Cafés, restaurants and bars from both areas are also involved should you need a break from shopping or a relaxing drink and bite to eat.

There will be also be a host of in-store activities including DJs, live music, makeovers, gifts with purchase, complimentary food and drinks PLUS*:

Pop-Up Bar serving complimentary drinks in St Martin’s Courtyard to those bearing the 20% off ‘Seven Dials and St Martin’s Courtyard Shopping Voucher’.

Free, luxury gift wrap service by Urban Angels at 71 Monmouth Street for the first 100 customers to bring an item purchased at the Shopping Evening to the value of £10 or more after 5pm) along with a valid receipt and voucher.

100 shoppers will be also selected at random and presented with a golden ticket entitling them to reach inside the ‘lucky dip’, which will be overflowing with gifts priced from £5 to £150 from stores within Seven Dials and St Martin’s Courtyard.

A free meal to the value of £25 for the first 25 people to arrive with a voucher at Gourmet Mexican restaurant Cantina Laredo from 6pm.

A festive performance from local collective, Actor’s Rechoired in both Seven Dials and St Martin’s Courtyard throughout the evening.

Terrence Higgins Trust volunteers will be holding a collection as part of their Stand Up Stand Out Campaign to mark World AIDS Day (1st December). All donations will help Terrence Higgins Trust to continue supporting people living with, or at risk of, HIV and poor sexual health.

Participating stores and details of in-store activities will be released prior to the event on Sevendials.co.uk;Stmartinscourtyard.co.uk; Twitter @7dialsWC2 & @smccoventgarden, and Facebook facebook.com/sevendials & facebook.com/StMartinsCourtyard.

The Seven Dials and St Martin’s Courtyard 20% Christmas Shopping Evening takes place on Thursday 1^st December 2011 from 5-9pm. To qualify for 20% discount, shoppers need a ‘Seven Dials and St Martin’s Courtyard Shopping Voucher’, which they can download for free at Sevendials.co.uk along with a list of participating stores and venues.

Marilyn Monroe Fashion

Surita — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 11:25:46 +0000

This week sees the release of the film My Week With Marilyn. Almost 50 years after her death, tragic movie icon Marilyn Monroe’s is once again in the spotlight. The release of the film will expose her bombshell glamour to a new generation of fans.

Marilyn Monroe is the ultimate icon that appealed to both men and women. She was the ultimate in femininity, with her soft curves coupled with an emotional fragility.

She was naturally graceful with an hourglass figure that men adored. She is and always will be the ultimate icon.

Here are some looks to try to re create some of that vintage fashion,

£94.50

When you say iconic Marilyn Monroe moments, the one that springs into everyone’s mind is her in a white dress. Well add a touch of retro glamour, with Laundry by Shelli Segal’s white chiffon dress to channel Marilyn Monroe.

£32.00

A pencil skirt and fitted blouse hugs the body in all the right places to accentuate the womanly curve. This tobacco and black 2in1 sleeveless dress with ruffle detail from Dorothy Perkins does just that. All you need now is the wiggly walk!

£85.00

This cropped waist length coat with an angora body and faux fur sleeves from Topshop oozes old Hollywood glamour.

£25.20

Even when she was doing casual, she managed to make it look so glamorous. This 3/4 sleeve crew jumper with front cable detailing and pretty pleats at sleeves can help you create instant glamour.

£25.00

Whether you wear it around your head or around your neck this gorgeous silk stole in a classic ombre shading is stylish and chic.

£14.00

On trend cat eye shape that also prove a timeless shape in a fun polka dot inner arms will transform you into a Hollywood starlet.

£25.00

Diamonds are a girls best friend, and ok so this may not be diamonds but this Tribeca necklace from Monsoon still has all the sparkle of the real thing.

£110.00

This 50s inspired dress, with a slash neck and three quarter length sleeves from Oasis, this piece has a nipped in waist leading to a flirty flared skirt that finishes just above the knee. Very Marilyn!

£90.00

A gorgeous pink strapless evening gown from Oasis, the rose corsage adds a contemporary feel to the original classic.

£73.00

Look glamorous at the pool with the Just Black Skirted Bandeau Swimsuit from Seaspray from figleaves. With padded cups, this swimsuit is covered with a long ruched dress and halterneck straps just like Marilyn’s!