Couture SS13: Caped Elegance at Valentino

The Valentino Couture SS13 show (held in Paris last week) was a sartorial world of paradise. The collection was based on the idea of a beautiful, manicured garden in bloom but with no evidence of a gardener’s labour (i.e. blood, sweat and tears). Valentino designers, Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli excelled themselves in delivering… View Post

Thoughts of Spring

The first couple of weeks in January after the holiday season are always tough, especially when the weather is damp and miserable. I try to fill my head with positive thoughts and bright, fresh images from the SS13 campaigns. The Betty Barclay SS13 collection is just the ticket for a January pick-me-up (without the scary thought of… View Post

Delada

It’s that time of year again, when you find yourself thinking about what to wear to the Christmas parties and of course, New Year’s Eve. I found the perfect label for the ultimate in red carpet worthy dresses – just the ticket for making an impression this party season! Daydreamers, meet Delada. Delada SS13 View Post

Analeena: The Chancellor Goes To Paris

You guys already know how much I love Analeena, right? Well, I just happened to be in Paris during their SS13 presentation at the Four Seasons, so, in between meetings and gazing at the Eiffel Tower, I ran through the city in heels to make sure I didn’t miss the presentation with Creative Director, Lina… View Post

A Brit In Paris

The Daydreamer was lucky enough to be taken to Paris last week. Talk about daydreams coming true! Tuesday morning I flew from Edinburgh, to arrive at the stunning Hotel Le Mathurin (a quirky, 4* boutique hotel in the city centre) at lunchtime. I had an appointment at 2 pm with Analeena (luxury handbag label), so… View Post