The Right Combination: Bimba & Lola AW12

I am obsessing over the AW12 collection by Spanish label, Bimba & Lola right now. The collection is a covetable combination of modern silhouettes and easy-to-wear colours and prints, softened by feminine detailing such as satin and fur, pretty prints and delicate footwear. The cut of the garments is simple (reminiscent of Raf Simons for Jil Sander and the Prada and Miu Miu AW12… View Post

Beauty Busters: A Dark Romance With Gucci’s Goth

The Daydreamer’s current AW12 obsession is Frida Giannini’s glamorous goths. The army of goth models walked the runway in shades of berry and black, with texture coming in the form of tulle and raven-esque feathers. Make up (by Pat McGrath) was ghostly pale, with defined cheek bones and bleached eyebrows enhancing the focal point: the blood stained, berry lip.  I have the… View Post

Give A Little Whistle

At this time of year, we can all feel a little under the weather. It’s best to throw on something warm and fuzzy…. but also something fabulous. Give a little whistle and cosy into this warm, soft Alberta Ferretti coat – an instant pick-me-up. Alberta Ferretti AW12 Image courtesy of Style.com. View Post

Black & Gold

Forget sequins this season – the Dolce & Gabbana AW12 collection is my style inspiration this winter. All that black and gold brocade, with bejewelled headbands and opulent accessories make me want to dress up all day, every day this winter. Black and gold is the perfect alternative to sequins this party season; the ancient Italian colour scheme is so much more… View Post

Mohair Shopping Evening

I’m loving all the independent boutiques and retailers in the city just now. Missy LaLa’s is still going strong after a few years in Crichton Street, RARA and the Pretty Vacant Show Rooms is buzzing with creative and students, while Lovely Things on Dock Street is perfect for gifts and interiors. In Broughty Ferry, Tiger… View Post