Weekend Life....Daylesford Organic Summer Festival

 

Daylesford Organic Summer Festival, Gloucestershire, 19 May 2012. 

On a wet and chilly morning a few weeks ago, we headed with friends to the beautiful Daylesford Organic Farm in the heart of Gloucestershire for their annual summer festival. I am a regular visitor to the Daylesford organic shops/cafe's in Notting Hill and Pimlico in London but this was my first visit to the organic farm where (most) of the food for the farm shops is grown or reared. It is a stunning property (owned by Sir Anthony and Lady Bamford) and despite the weather we all had a fabulous time. There were cooking demonstrations (with special guest chef Raymond Blanc), farm tours via tractor/trailer train , a jazz band, dog show (my absolute favourite part of the day..... I love photographing kids and dogs! I think I photographed the winner of "Your Child's Best Friend" category and "Dog Most Like It's Owner" but it all got a bit confusing as to who had won what;), a delicious sausage sizzle (with sausages and hamburgers from the Daylesford farm), cider tasting, bread making demonstrations, sheep dog demonstrations and lots more. I can't wait to go again next year!

p.s. If you live in London or even if you are just visting, I have just read that Daylesford Organic have a pop-up cafe on the roof of Selfridges. I can't wait to try it out!

New York Fashion Week SS 2012...Kristen

 

Model Kristen Knapp (Elite), NYC, September 2011.

It's the weekend! Well, actually the weekend is almost over (I was suppose to post these on Friday but life got in the way) so Happy Monday if you are reading this on Monday :) Love this fun, happy outfit on Kristen - perfect weekend wear especially with the cute straw fedora.

Recreate Kristen's look (kind of):

Topshop flower patch dress, Alice + Olivia Tavi pintuck dress, Rebecca Taylor leather trim shirtdress, Alice + Olivia Petunia Bell Sleeve dress, Isabel Marant Joane dress or Paul & Joe floral print dress

Maison Scotch straw trilby,  Eugenia Kim satin-trimmed fedora, Urban Outfitters fedora

Linea Pelle skinny braided hip belt

All Saints vintage lace up boot (in coral)

Paris Fashion Week SS 2012...Audrey

 

Audrey Leighton, before Hermes, Paris, October 2011.

Heading to the beach this summer or Glastonbury, Isle of Wight, Lovebox or Wilderness Festival? Take inspiration from Audreys's swimsuit/bodysuit and easy maxi skirt combination. Just remember to take along wellies as well as ballet flats.....and an umbrella and plastic poncho too ;)

Recreate Audrey's Look (kind of):

One piece swimsuit or bodysuit (with underwire for support): Zimmermann one piece, We Are Handsome The King swimsuit, Gunners Python bodysuit, Whistles petal spot swimsuit, Sweet Spot bodysuit or Dolce & Gabbana floral print bodysuit

Easy-peasy slip on maxi skirt: MinkPink Yoko maxi skirt, Sparkle & Fade maxi pleated chiffon skirt,

Wildfox White Label Desperado maxi skirt, Beyond Vintage ballet skirt, Paul & Joe Sister Edith broderie anglaise maxi skirt

Vanessa Bruno tooled leather shoulder bag , Madewell tassel flap bag or Cleobella Cantina bag

Ray-Ban Clubmaster sunglasses

Marc by Marc Jacobs Mouse studded flats, Tory Burch Reva Python print flats or ASOS Lille ballet flats with bow

Paris Fashion Week AW 2012...Elena

 

German model Elena Bartels, after Valentino, Paris, March 2012. 

Some weekend hair inspiration for you courtesy of the Valentino show and stunning new face, Elena.

Paris Fashion Week AW 2012...Before Valentino

 

Pretty, dreamy, ladylike Valentino lace, Paris, March 2012. 

Some inspiration perhaps for anyone getting married and looking for something a little less traditional to wear...

 I absolutely loved the Valentino SS 2012 collection - so many beautiful pieces and exquisite hair and make-up. Most of us will probably never be fortunate enough to wear Valentino but it is still wonderful to dream :)

Recreate her look (kind of):

Imitation Molly lace maxi dress, Beyond Vintage lace maxi dress, Dolce Vita Valentina lace dress (love this dress if you are looking for a shorter style which can be worn with flat sandals for day and dressed up with heels for evening. This would be perfect to wear to a wedding if you don't think the bride would mind you wearing ivory....or even as a "party" dress for the bride for dancing in at the reception); Lover Wiccan mini dress, or Wiccan asymmetric dress (in slightly longer length), Charlotte Ronson drop waist lace dress (team with tan boots or flats) or By Malene Birger Illione ruffled lace dress

Valentino VaVaVoom flap bag

Paris Fashion Week AW 2012....After Akris

 

After Akris, Paris, March 2012. 

Crisp white and navy - you can't go wrong with this classic, elegant combination. 

Recreate her look (kind of):

White pants: Tess Giberson slouchy trousers, Alice + Olivia Eric pants , Sandro straight leg pants, Altuzarra Woodland crepe wide-leg trousers

Altuzarra white ruffled blouse,   Joie Marru top, Alexander McQueen silk creponne blouse, Elizabeth and James Jamie pussy bow blouse

Add a long-line statement jacket/coat: Stella McCartney Ray printed jacket, Miu Miu printed cotton twill coat, J. Crew Gondola striped coat, Christopher Kane floral brocade coat or ASOS zig zag coat

Paris Fashion Week SS 2012...Kate

Model Kate King, after Louis Vuitton, Paris, October 2011.

Love Kate's girlish white maxi skirt offset by the toughness of a denim vest - rummage through charity shops or markets for a vintage vest or deconstruct an old denim jacket from your wardrobe for extra street cred (and to show off your deconstructing/sewing skills!).

Recreate Kate's Look (kind of):

Current/Elliott The Sleeveless Snap Jacket, Rip it Up vintage denim vest, Moto Sleeveless denim jacket, ASOS Foldover sleeveless denim vest 

Michael Michael Kors crochet eyelet skirt (perfect with a denim jacket - sleeveless or not), Alice by Temperley Nina cotton maxi skirt,  Tibi maxi skirt,  L.A.M.B long pointelle skirt,  ASOS seamed maxi skirt (in white)

Rag&Bone/JEAN scoop neck tank  or Haute Hippie ribbed Longhorn tank

Add a carry-all tote: Chloe Madeleine leather duffle bag in toffee or forest green

Paris Fashion Week AW 2012...Susie

 

 Susie Lau,  working hard (in the rain!), Paris, March 2012.

The Christopher Kane printed sandal.....probably another one of those love/hate pieces rather like Hanneli's shorts.  I think they would be brilliant as a travel shoe - easy to slip on and secure (velcro is your friend in the heat!), super comfy with the rubber sole, easy to slip on after negotiating sand, rocks and hot cement, and they would look fab with shorts or a tunic dress over a bikini. And Susie shows us how they can be worn in winter as well!

Recreate Susie's Look (kind of):

Carven yellow and taupe jacket or Rag & Bone mustard yellow Tuxedo jacket

Alexander Wang Karlie sandal in blue or black

Add a cute purse in a bright colour: Rebecca Minkoff mini mac bag or Proenza Schouler PS1 pouch in grape (amazing colour!)

Paris Fashion Week AW 2012...Elisa

 

 Elisa Nalin, after Dries Van Noten (in Dries Van Noten), Paris, February 2012.

 Adore the jungle print of Elisa's shirt and skirt but helllooooo have you seen her deep violet velvet sandals? Simply gorgeous.

New York Fashion Week SS 2012...Martha

 

Martha Hunt, after Badgley Mischka, NYC, September 2011. 

Love Martha and her off-duty style. Simple striped shorts plus comfy loafers = easy weekend wear in the city.

Recreate Martha's look (kind of):

Show off tanned, toned legs in Rag & Bone Cohrell shorts , J. Crew Dapper striped shorts, Rory Beca Orissa silk running shorts, ASOS striped mini shorts or Victoria Beckham Denim sunset striped shorts

LNA Deconstructed zipper t-shirt  or T by Alexander Wang classic t-shirt with pocket

The loafer/slipper without socks or tights is a great alternative to sandals in the summer (and entirely useful if you have forgotten to have a pedicure ; ) - Barneys New York Co-Op loafers, Marc by Marc Jacobs New Vintage glam loafers, UNIF Hellraiser flats (best for fending off unwanted attention on the Tube/Subway/Metro!)

New York Fashion Week SS 2012...Kimberley

Graphic designer and editor of fashion blog, Eat Sleep Wear, Kimberley Pesch, NYC, September 2011.

Embrace the printed dress for summer - from bold prints like Kimberley is wearing to dainty florals. Wear with a belt to define your waist or choose a fit and flare dress to highlight curves.

Recreate Kimberley's Look (kind of):

Marc by Marc Jacobs blush Finch charm print dress, Oasis dress with scenic print, Miu Miu embellished collar print dress, Gryphon Mimi dress (such a cute dress) or Thakoon Addition Flower drawstring dress

New York Fashion Week SS 2012...Natalie and Hanneli

Natalie and Hanneli, after Yigal Azrouël, NYC, September 2011.

Although this was taken in the middle of the Meatpacking District, I just keep thinking that both these outfits would work so well for evening on a (glamorous) summer vacation (clearly not for those hiking Mount Etna as one of my best friend's has just done!). Think warm, sultry evenings in Santorini or on the Côte d’Azur....team with flat sandals for a more relaxed look.

Recreate Hanneli's Look (kind of):

Yigal Azrouel Drawstring maxi dress (this would be great to wear to a summer wedding as well)

Add silver sandals: Diane von Furstenberg Rehani silver and black sandals or Alejandro Ingelmo silver Gilda wedge sandals

Recreate Natalie's Look (kind of):

Slip on a racer-back tank or camisole top (perfect for showing off toned, sunkissed shoulders) - Vanessa Bruno floral print racer back top, Tibi sandwashed camisole, Patterson J. Kincaid Mariana tank, D&G racer back silk chiffon tank

Add easy, flowing wide leg pants - Elie Tahari Winona pants, Elizabeth and James Evelyn trousers, Rag & Bone Racine trousers or Warehouse circle printed pants

Paris Fashion Week SS 2012....Ursina

 

Ursina Gysi, Tuileries, Paris, October 2011. 

Recreate Ursina's Look (kind of):

Etoile Isabel Marant striped cotton dress, Claudia Schiffer crochet knit cotton dress, Soft Joie blush dress, Free People All Day long ribbed dress, Warehouse Pointelle maxi dress

Rag & Bone Moto Boots II

Karen Walker Von Trapp sunglasses,  or The Row round sunglasses

p.s. Sorry for the lack of posts over the last week....I took a week's break to tour the Basque region in Spain and France which was amazing. Photos to follow shortly!

Paris Fashion Week SS 2012...Anne-Catherine

Anne-Catherine, after Hermès, Paris, October 2011.

Hello hot, sunny weather....and leopard print!

Recreate Anne-Catherine's Look (kind of):

Equipment Signature sleeveless blouse, Theory Duria Marvel top, Rachel Zoe Geri sleeveless button down top or Equipment Nixie blouse (the look of sleeveless but with long sleeves)

Add leopard print (purrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr): Current/Elliott The Stiletto leopard print skirt, Current/Elliott The Stiletto skinny jeans, Parker leopard print pintuck skirt or Just Cavalli animal print skirt

Marc by Marc Jacobs classic moto boots, Chloe studded ankle boots or Steve Madden Frankie studded boots

Karen Walker Anywhere sunglasses, Linda Farrow oversized sunglasses, Illesteva Frieda sunglasses or ASOS keyhole sunglasses

Paris Fashion Week AW 2012...Sarah

 

 Sarah Rutson, Fashion Director, Lane Crawford, Tuileries, Paris, February 2012. 

I first spied this beautiful Celine floral skirt on Tamu in NYC  so it was nice too see Sarah wearing it in Paris as well (with slightly warmer weather!). They accessorised differently but both teamed it with a crisp white shirt. I love the tiny taupe shrunken sweater that sits snugly over Sarah's button-down shirt.

Recreate Sarah's Look (kind of):

Christopher Kane jacquard floral skirt,  Jonathan Saunders jacquard skirt, Sandro Joyeuse skirt or Christopher Kane Josefine floral skirt

Just Cavalli white poplin blouse, Theory Durlia lawn shirt  or Equipment signature blouse

Theyskens' Theory Jose Nota leather jacket, Joseph quilted leather jacket, ASOS quilted leather jacket (in black), Moschino Cheap and Chic leather jacket

Giuseppe Zanotti Justin patent leather pumps or Jimmy Choo Lennox patent leather pumps

Valentino VaVa Voom flap bag, Proenza Schouler PSII clutch

London and New York Fashion Weeks AW 2012...Natalie and Margaret

 

Natalie Joos (London Fashion Week February 2012) and Margaret Zhang (New York Fashion Week February 2012) in crimson red.

In homage to Kate Middleton's red Alexander McQueen dress on Sunday, I thought I would show you two ways to wear red....head to toe!

Recreate Natalie's Look (kind of):

Michael Kors red crepe dress, Giulietta red crepe dress, 10 Crosby Derek Lam midi dress,

Alice + Olivia Jenna leather shift dress

Giuseppe Zanotti patent leather pumps or ASOS Salou red patent pumps

Break up the red with navy (like Natalie's beanie and sweater) or charcoal (like Margaret's coat) if head to toe red is too much.

Recreate Margaret's Look (kind of):

Red wide leg pants: Alice + Olivia poppy wide leg pants, Kimberly Taylor Abigail pants, Diane von Furstenberg Athos wide leg pants

Double Up on Red: Valentino wide leg pants and top

Red blouses: T by Alexander Wang linen silk jersey tank, T by Alexander Wang silk and mesh shirt or Yigal Azrouel cutout blouse

Paris Fashion Week AW 2012....Valentina

Valentina Siragusa, from Factory Style blog, before Stella McCartney, Paris, March 2012.

Despite the cold, windy morning (rather like today in London!), Valentina managed to bring a little tropical Hawaiian cheer to the day.

Recreate Valentina's Look (kind of):

Take yourself on a tropical holiday via Stella McCartney Hawaiian print skirt, Clover Canyon Tropical diamond skirt or River Island Tropical floral skirt

No. 21 blouse with lace detail, Miu Miu lace trimmed blouse (such pretty detailing on the "collar"), Club Monaco Alexandra top, Finders Keepers Just Dance lace top or Sandro Euphorie silk and lace blouse

Giuseppe Zanotti patent leather pumps ,  Chloe two-tone pumps or get the sock + sandal look in these gorgeous Miu Miu shoes

Calvin Klein mesh side-tie socks or ASOS Pelarine socks