Shine Bright Like Burberry SS13...

When I was small I had a purple metallic bike. I indubitably earned the nick name 'wrapping paper bike' from the boy next door. Little did Paul from Aldworth Drive know how totally Spring/Summer 2013 I was (take that, bastard)!

Burberry's SS13 collection takes coloured metallics to another level. In fact you'd be forgiven for mistaking it with a box of Quality Streets. Toffee pennies, strawberry creams...the green triangle one. I'm thinking Christopher Bailey had a subconscious inspiration from a box of chocs. Hasn't he just got engaged...? Celebrations a plenty!

 

Now THIS is how to do sweet-spiration. Take note Cheryl 'Liquorice Allsort' Cole...cough cough.

My musings on Harry Styles...

I'm somewhat fascinated by the goings on of One Direction. I don't know where this came from - I have morals...I have a life...I have good taste in music. But there's just something about 'em. Especially that curly haired one...yeahhhh you know the one. Harry. Thinks he's a little bit oooh little bit ahhhh.

Anyway, he must own some sort of human cat nip equivalent because cougars are sniffing him out left, right and centre. His latest linking is the delightful Cara Delevingne. Burberry model. Doe eyed. Beautifully blonde. Would snap in ten places if you tapped her on the shoulder. I also heard a little rumour of goings on between Hazza and a certain country singer from the U S of A.....intrigued?

So I was going to be completely hilarious and morph Harry Styles' face with all of his lovers and see which babes made the best looking baby. Obviously that's just asking for One Direction fans to death threat you (and is a little bit creepy) so here we are...cute couple, non?

  

Nicole Richie for Company

I L-O-V-E Nicole Richie. So had to re post her interview with Company Magazine. Faaaaaabulous.

This season you’ll all be coveting...

 

I would have to say the Carmen sunglasses from the House of Harlow 1960 collection. I am so pleased that the Chelsea sunglasses are so popular! As for shoes, I love the gold Kail slipper shoe as they are so vibrant, and the Neelo jumpsuit from the WinterKate range – it is super comfortable but chic.

Secrets behind my collection:

 

The S/S12 range was inspired by my travels to the Souks of Marrakech, as well as Egyptian Sarcophagus. The feminine qualities are juxtaposed with intricate woven details, saturated colours and hardware that bring the old world to the present day. For A/W12, the collections are inspired by the 1970s and gothic rock.

I most like seeing my designs worn by...

 

Anyone who is passionate about what they choose to wear and are excited and motivated by my designs. I always design for women who love to play with fashion. I study what people are drawn to by personally getting feedback from my customers. I admire anyone who is fearless in what they choose to wear.

My fashion girl crush is

 

Oh that is so hard, but probably Kate Moss

My success

 

My husband and children keeping me grounded, and I work very closely with my brilliant team to build the brand. Scheduling is key!

My shopping wing-woman is

 

My daughter Harlow

I’m happiest when shopping for

 

vintage clothing and furniture at flea markets.

The most fashionable place on earth has to be

 

My mother’s closet

British style rocks because

 

British girls have a very unique sense of style; they can throw vintage, high street and designer pieces together to create one great look That is so inspiring!

Aspiring designers, listen up!

 

Be true to yourself and stay strong and focused at all times

Beyoncé is BACK...

Beyoncé is back ladies and gents! The hardest working woman in show business (just watch the videos below) returned to the stage this weekend for the launch of a billion dollar casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

I was looking for some Saturday inspiration...and I found it, cheers bey!

Prepare yourself...

I am peeing my pants a little bit for this. And that is all there really is to say! Thank god for an Elle subscription.

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