Tag Archives: fashion
A guide on dip-dying (or making Kurt Cobain angry)
When asked about his opinion on tie-dye in 1992, Kurt Cobain declared ‘I wouldn’t wear a tie-dyed t-shirt unless it was dyed with the urine of Phil Collins and the blood … Continue reading
Rihanna’s second collection for River Island throws up a few more diamonds than the first
Like most international megastars, Rihanna doesn’t stop at singing. She is a brand, and a brand who follows the modern-day tradition of slapping their name on everything from perfume to … Continue reading
Can us Brits ever hope to master the art of savoir vivre? We get a lesson in Frenchologie
Why is it that French women are, on the whole, so much more stylish and self-possessed than the rest of the continent? Is it because they invented the word chic? … Continue reading
Did you know H&M are giving away £5 vouchers in exchange for your old clothes?
I thought H&M’s new garment collecting scheme was very well known, but a quick poll of my pals (generally a very fashion conscious lot, as you’d imagine) revealed it’s not. … Continue reading
Gemma Goldstone launches on Asos, Makes Romy & michelle proud
Lucky for me, this week I get the chance to discuss three of my favourite current things: Asos.com, the nineties and new emerging talent. Love it or loathe it (and … Continue reading
Is your lingerie drawer in need of a springtime overhaul?
Spring is the perfect time for a little wardrobe reshuffle but don’t neglect your underwear drawer. If the elastic has gone a bit stringy in your waistbands or some of … Continue reading
5 of the Best: Fruity shoes
Usually with my ’5 of the Best’ posts I peg the chosen items to a new season trend like stripey skirts or silk shirts. But not this time. This quintet … Continue reading
Taste Test – do you dress to belong to a style tribe or escape from one?
Say you’re stopped in the street by a well-groomed gent with a Leica and a fashion blog and asked why you dress the way you do. You might reel off … Continue reading
Ring-a-Ding part 2: It just got Skinny
I’ve started to notice in the blogosphere a trend developing of late. There seems to be a gradual shift afoot, away from the oversized, joint-restricting knuckle rings that have dominated … Continue reading
Listen up London fashion lovers
As the only Scotland based member of the Style and Then Some team, I often find myself green with envy at some of the fun events my blogging counterparts get … Continue reading
Fashion Mistakes I Hate
There are certain things that irk me more than they should. I have to bite my lip when hearing the word ‘literally’ used in the wrong context, amongst other irrational … Continue reading
Bora Aksu SS13 at London Fashion Week | Fit for a Romanian Queen
A growing favourite for many on the London Fashion Week schedule is the delectable Bora Aksu who this season proved his worth with a collection so beautiful and enchanting, the … Continue reading
Fashion or future fiction? Running in high (top) heels
There comes a time every season where a few choice products fly down the catwalks and become deemed by the fashion elite as ‘absolutely necessary darling’. And said products, usually … Continue reading
Shopping like a boss with Caryn Franklin
My first day of holiday from my very unexciting retail job started off with a real treat: S&TS sent me to the lovely Hyatt Churchill hotel in Marble Arch to … Continue reading
French Connection Press Day | AW2012 Sneak Peek
Naomi Morello went to the FCUK press day for us to find out what’s in store for Autumn/Winter. French Connection confirmed its position on the high street podium with a … Continue reading
Pret a Portobello: Market stall chic made easy
I love Portobello market in London, but there’s no getting away from the fact that it gets so crowded that trawling through the hordes of people for vintage bargains can … Continue reading
Is Versace for H&M the highstreet’s most opinion-dividing designer collaboration yet?
‘Eww.’ That was my reaction when I saw the first ads from the Versace for H&M collection that premiered in New York last night with a high profile fashion show … Continue reading
The annual boob-off is back | Victoria’s Secret Catwalk Show 2011
It costs over £7 million to stage and boasts of the finest models in the industry. This year’s performers have an impressive 17 Grammies between them and the most expensive … Continue reading
I heart weheartit.com
Now I appreciate the site I am about to mention has been up and running for some time now, but I have yet to mention it on styleandthensome.com. The website, … Continue reading
