Wrap and Roll dress

There's been a drastic drop in the temperature (many would disagree with me and my tropical habits) the sun, however, is beaming brightly - more brightly one may argue than it did during summer - and these Autumn days are giving me much inspiration on the clothing front.

Today I've teamed one of a grey melange wrap-and-roll dress from Alma Henning (yip it's available at Curious Orange) of Spilt Milk Creations, with salmon pumps from Topshop (seems my magic number 8's are in a UK 9 today. More magical one wonders?), Topshop tights (CocoRosa recommends getting them at H&M, but they didn't have stock when I popped in) and a white vest.

            

I am such a fan of versatility, so for a relaxed evening out team the wrap-and-roll with a black leather, aviator jacket; a pair of killer heels and a clutch. Don't forget the earrings.
I found a super cute leather jacket at ASOS and depending on your budget you could step out a pair of heels from Louboutin, Kurt Geiger or Office.
Now find myself dreaming of a pair of black, suede, ankle boot heels. 


Happy weekend!
nikki

Arrival of new stock from Colleen Eitzen

The title should really be Beautiful New Stock, especially the Lace Prom Dress. As ever I followed my standard routine for stock arrival: Hastily reach for a knife and unceremoniously slash (perhaps slightly over exaggerated) open the box. Then for the all important Trying-On exercise - the moment of truth. Will the garment fit like a sack or will the perfection of the fit cause a rush of endorphins?

The arrival of Colleen Eitzen's Autumn/Winter Collection had the latter effect.

My personal highlight of the collection (available at curious-orange.com next week) is without a doubt the Lace Prom Dress (and slip). A sensually soft slip (95% polyester 5% spandex) flatteringly highlights curves under a ingeniously well-cut lace dress.
I couldn't resists watching the full skirt swishing to and fro as I swayed like a 5 year old in front of the mirror. A dress for dancing.

The lace on skin and covered buttons running down the back give this item and unmistakably vintage feel. Tempting to team it with a pair of cream t-bar pumps; a short faux fur; leather, wrist-length gloves; a cute hat and step back in time.

Loving the lace prom dress, despite the stern expression.

Alternatively, opt for antique nails courtesy of David Barton [Cosmopolitan, September 2011], dark smokey eyes with a bit of glitter, bun-up the hair and slip on your Lace Prom in navy or dusty pink. Add a short leather jacket and work the metallic-gothic inspired look, which is oh so big this A/W.


Most importantly have fun playing with different looks.
Hope that you love this frock as much as we do.


nikki

Antique Nails

Get the antique nail look created by Maybelline New York nail genius, David Barton, using Mabelline New York Forever Strong in Midnight Blue (£4.09) as a base colour and top it off with a thin layer of gold leaf.  Once dry use a cotton wool bud soaked in acetone (nail-polish remover) to buff the gold and reveal the blue underneath. 

Your local art shop should stock gold leaf in various colours so have some fun playing with different base coat colours.

Have fun nailing the art.

nikki