Ab-Fab or Ab-surd...?

Not so much a brand spanking new phenomenon... more a come back trend of the nineties resurfaced by fashion gods who are probably rekindling their love for Clueless...

Only this time it's not so in your face 6 pack abs from the likes of Gwen Stefani and Janet Jackson. It's a tasteful peek-a-boo of midriff between a high rise waist line and a high rise top.

Being shifted into the limelight by toned tummies such as Selena Gomez and Lana Del Rey. Plus the not so chic Tulisa (sorry babez) and the less thought out Miley Cyrus (she's so toned she could get away with walking around naked. Put it like that and we're suddenly not so adversed to her constant show of stomach).

(L-R: Selena Gomez, Lana Del Rey, Tulisa, Miley Cyrus)

(L-R: Acne, Anthony Vaccarello, Aquilano Rimondi, Bill Blass)

(L-R: Dolce & Gabanna, Helmut Lang, Prada, Preen)

(L-R: Emilio Pucci, Dolce & Gabanna, Band of Outsiders)

Is this a trend you will be trying? Whether you will or won't it's good summer body motivation all the same!

Amelia xo

Catch up...

I forgot my blogging password.

What have I become? Shall we go with the ripe old excuse of quantity over quality...and if I don't make you laugh at least once in this post you are entitled to a full refund.

Speaking of laughs I wanted to blog this video clip as it makes me think 'well, it could be worse!'. I'm currently sitting in the dark because (I'm assuming) my light bulb died - correct my terminology if I'm wrong there. I didn't notice for the first 2 minutes because I'm so engrossed with the procrastination of a) tidying my room b) changing my sheets and c) packing for my holiday!

I will be flying solo (solo solo) for the first time ever on Wednesday! So I will be loading up my iPhone with tonnes of Sex and the City. I've been watching it all day and can clarify that my favourite season is a close call between 3 and 4. 3 for the fashion (it's all filmed on sunny days) and 4 because Aiden looks hotter with short hair.

What's yours? And any movie/music recommendations for travelling are warmly welcomed!

Amelia xo

Karl Lagerfeld on Lana Del Rey...

"I prefer Adele and Florence Welch. But as a modern singer she is not bad.The thing at the moment is Adele. She is a little too fat, but she has a beautiful face and a divine voice. Lana del Rey is not bad at all. She looks very much like a modern-time singer. In her photos she is beautiful. Is she a construct with all her implants? She's not alone with implants."

- Karl Lagerfeld, Metro

Welcome to Miami...

I wonder if it ever snows, rains or falls marginally anywhere under 10 degrees in Miami? Nah. Probs not! Exactly why i've decided to post the River Island Spring Campaign video. Clashing prints and bright colours. Versace eat your heart out.

What do you think? Getting those summer vibes yet?

Amelia xo

AW12 Men's Edit...

Around 6 months ago I did an SS12 Men's Edit so it's about that time again (post Men's Fashion Week) to do another. Seems a little odd seeing as we've not yet hit Spring...but hey! It's snowing outside and is there a better excuse for me to look at male models on a Sunday afternoon - i think not!

Acne.

I spy driving jackets. I spy Leather. I spy...printed red trousers? In my eyes you can't go wrong with a pointed collar and a double breasted NAVY jacket. Brown leather trousers, hmmm, not so much. Bowling bag, yes! Cropped sleeve coat, no. But what this Swedish cult label is spelling out is L-A-Y-E-R-S (it is winter I suppose. Duh)



Carven.

I. Love. So it appears Tin Tin has had an influence on Madame Carven's French fashion house. I'm not complaining. I love the mixture of Teal and rich shades of wine red. Tailored trousers. Tailored jackets. Shirts and rucksacks. Tobacco camel colours are back too?



Louis Vuitton.

Not much to say here except cheekbones. Oops, i mean suaaaaave. It's farmer meets pyjama meets varsity meets BANKER. A banker trend hey? Who'da funk it.



Givenchy.

Givenchy. Just casually stitching male model's mouths up. Everything else is pretty self explanitory. Varsity jackets, graphic prints, thick stripes and smart coats. Add a star in for good measure.



Burberry.

Oh. There goes that farmer/banker style again...Quilted jackets have been the in thing for men for the past few years. I'd like to see someone take on the PUFFA. Yes with a velvet suit underneath, but of course. Tis the only way to wear a puffa jacket don't you know...



So there we go girls and boys (hopefully) a small round up of what's to come. Or indeed, what to wear now as I don't see the sun rearing it's pretty little head anytime soon.

Amelia xo

We are Titanium...

I've got this friend called Lara Lain. She's kind of a big deal. I'm sure you know her already. If not imma divulge a little bit o' info...

I don't usually do the 'personal blog' thing, but I thought this would be a nice going away present for Lainy. She leaves for Thailand tomorrow and i'm going to miss her. Everyone always asks how we know each other - well, she organised that kinda massive LOOK MAGAZINE competition I won ohhhh about a year ago! Since then we've kept in touch. When I moved to London we met up a couple of times and then lightning struck. My world turned upside down and whilst struggling to find somewhere to live I confided in Lar. She was going through something similar and ever since we have been like THAT (imagine i'm crossing my fingers ok?)









It's said that once you find a good friend, you hold on to them. And we literally don't stop laughing, infact I don't think i've ever had this much fun (Giggsy, Shuggs and Mr Bean too)! We've done michelin star lunches, been backstage at the o2 arena, 5star hotel parties and SWANSEA (where she introduced me to NIK! Funniest welshy ever. Add ALYSHA to that list too) we've also been to some pretty rough places too... cough newham cough.

We've got some exciting things coming up for 2012 so hurry back LAIN! Keep an eye on Lara's blog I Feel Like I Dreamt It because she's doing an awesome feature whilst she's away :)

Amelia xo

What's heavier the dress or the model...

Oh. Wow. Paris Couture Week 2012 will always provide an oooh / aaahh moment or 4 but boy does this take the biscuit!

Stephane Rolland created a 110lb dress (50 kilos) which was walked/dragged down the catwalk by 47 year old Yasmin Le Bon. The train is 45 metres and she had to have 2 rather dapper male assistants...meh, better than a poke in the eye!



Do we love or do we love? I tell you what i'm not loving. That weirdo pointless pony tale at the back of her head..............No love.

I've got some good posts lined up for the ol' Fashion Land blog. Admit it, you missed me didn't you.

That's what they all say...
Amelia xo

Images from the Holy Grail. Uh...I mean the Daily Mail.