Sunday 25 January 2015

Lust List: Decorative Denim

Denim can be decorated with gems, ruffles and raw edges to produce amazing effects.

Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2015 Runway. See the whole collection on Vogue.com.

This stylish example from Spring 2015, Dolce and Gabbana proves embellished denim can appear effortless. The combination with a laced item is always a good idea too and gives a true 'Renaissance' feel.

DIY Studded & Safety Pinned Denim Jacket

Or how about something a bit more rough and ready? This gorgeous DIY from Balmain is more than enough inspiration to try out a Punk look, which would probably go great with all those tartan pieces you've purchased for A/W right?

Milan Fashion Week street style. [Photo by Kuba Dabrowski]

This cheeky number was spotted at Milan Fashion Week '14 which uses culture clash as a design basis - who doesn't love Minnie Mouse.

You can get more inspiration from this week's Sunday Times 'Style' magazine using page 7 'I Want to be Adorned' and I found this cute DIY so none of us have any excuses to not try out decorative denim - bang trendy.

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Thursday 8 January 2015

#NAILHACK: Get nailed and shimmer ~*(like a mermaid)*~

Here is an alternative method to achieving shiny/sparkly nails without glitter nail polish. I am afraid that I had to keep my nails short for this as I am a showjumper and ride horses on a daily basis - so it is unlikely that you find me with long nails! Still, the method works a treat and is great if you are short on time. For the example below, I used shimmer powder. This is how I was able to create such a unique look, if you would like to do your nails with normal glitter I recommend buying the nail polish (duh), otherwise stick with me...

1.

You will need - Glitter/Shimmer Powder, Coloured Nail Polish, Clear Nail Polish and a brush (eyeshadow brushes work well).

2.
Apply the nail polish in the colour of your choice.

3.
Whilst wet fill your brush with powder and lightly dab onto the nail.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 for all nails, wait until dry and cover with clear nail polish.

4.

VOILA! Super sparkly nails, far more shiny than most nail polishes!


Do you fancy trying this nail hack?




Rodarte Spring 2015 RTW – Backstage – Vogue