Category: Fall 2015

Retrospective Future x

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Possibly lazy, perhaps ingenious but this post has been resurrected from the archives, mainly because it had a snifter of a  future zeitgeist that is getting ever stronger.  A firm favourite in the eighties, oversized cardigans are definitely claiming the spotlight this autumn..

Summer is close now and the time has come to pack away wintery things and embrace everything light and airy.  But I always think it’s interesting to see what worked this season..and what things are appealing for next.  My gut feeling for next autumn is a distinct urge to hang out with bad taste.  High on my fall wishlist is a 80’s style mohair cardigan coat..

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 I want blouson sleeves, big shoulders..

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And colour, lots of colour…

Laters, Kate x

 

The Inbetweeners x

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If we Brits are obsessed with the weather it’s with good reason: On Friday it was a barmy sixteen degrees..on Saturday, it snowed (OK it didn’t hang around but it wasn’t a figment of a vivid imagination either..) which possibly explains why we’re all so preoccupied with layers and wearing coats that remind us of beds.

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Because the quilt is having a quiet spin in the limelight, perfect as a stand alone or working it’s magic as a sartorial hot water bottle under a top coat, it’s one of those under-the-radar-winter-must-haves.

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And Amsterdam based Company Scotch and Soda have some of the best…

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Casual or smart.

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Often reversible.

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They’re adaptable, transitional and just a little bit different.

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Another addition it to the winter uniform list of lust.

Laters, Kate x

Man-spiration..

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There’s no way to select life with silver tongs – no matter how much you want something, it doesn’t always happen.  But you can always react to it.  For instance, the Husband’s work has been a turdstool since forever, with it being even more ridiculous in the last few months and no sign of change.  I did suggest we saw this as an opportunity to throw life on it’s head and middle-class caution to the wind and head off in a camper van to the deep, dark unknown.

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He said, ‘Seriously Kate…’

And I said,’Yes, seriously..the window of opportunity to take the kids out of school is closing and if we don’t do it soon, we might never be able to..’

‘No, I meant, seriously Kate, who’s mid-life crisis is this?’

 

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So I haven’t got the keys to the camper van just yet, but that hasn’t stopped the constant thoughts of simplicity providing a goldfish loop of white noise in my brain space, whether it’s interiors,  clothes, people or life.

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Maybe that’s why these outfits are so appealing – they’re not big, brash and laden with special effects.

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(All pictures from Pinterest and Browns)

Just clear and present. Simple.

Laters, Kate x

Fireworks x

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It’s a fun time of year in the UK..halloween rolls into bonfire night which this year marks the 410 year anniversary since Guy Fawkes and his gang tried to blow up the houses of Parliament. Excited children, mulled wine, glowsticks and big bangs set to music..Uptown Funk withv synchronised explosions anyone?

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What’s not to love?

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Laters, Kate x

Vingil x

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It’s spotlight time for Xenia Kigaeva from Russia and her label Vingil. Think stratospheric cosy knit factor, deep depth of richness and texture and a visceral resonance with the season.

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She graduated in costume design. Does it show?

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They are the pinnacle of defence against the dark arts of winter.  Just accessorise with wellies and a large dog.

 

Laters, Kate x

 

 

All Wrapped Up x

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The mornings are cold now inLondon with a real nip in the air, but come mid-morning and the sun (long may it last) is shining and the temperature picks up.  It’s the perfect weather for scarves, which is lucky because this year there seems to be a bumper crop of styles and styling options…there’s the classic navy, a timeless wardrobe staple. Safety has it’s chic place..

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Or add a bit of drama with this belted fur option from Marni.

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The Burberry blanket is still having it’s moment.

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Or your could opt for the scarf that thinks it’s a cape.

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A blast from the past, eponymous with the eighties, this scarf is back…with added fringe benefits.

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Or maybe it’s the longer wrap that has you tied up.

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Is it a jumper or is it a poncho? Or is it something to fling on as you run out the door.

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(All pics from Net-a-porter.com)

Or pay homage to the Hunger Games with this interesting knitted number from Stella Mcartney.

The choice is yours.

Laters, Kate x

Stills x

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Sometimes it’s the smaller, not-shouty labels that really capture the mood of a season.

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Like Dutch label Stills with it’s dedication to craftsmanship, colour and the luxury of contrasts.

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There’s volume and artful layers all contained within modern, minimalist lines.

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Definitely one to look out for.

Laters, Kate x

Shockingly Shrimp..

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How does Shrimp, the fashion label by young London designer, Hannah Weiland, which burst onto the scene in 2013 move on from it’s neon flashing faux fur flying out there outerwear start?

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By adding more great, distinctive designs and gently expanding into accessories and ready to wear.

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It’s still for the forward thinking customer with a taste for the fun in fashion.

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(All pictures from Shrimp)

But sometimes more is more when you’re onto a good thing.

Laters, Kate x