Versatility and style are fused together in the Original American Zip Purse which are designed by architect and designer Beth A Metsch. Good news for us Brits as they became available to buy in the UK for the very first time on the 1st July this year!
It all began 8 years ago when American-born Beth and her mum bought a roll of zip, cut it in half and went to their sewing machines as a kind of competition. Beth’s prototype, which was a continuous zip bag, seemed to have impressed her family and friends a great deal and they soon placed orders. Shortly after several high profile retailers became interested and the bags have had massive success since!
These Bam Bags, made from a continuous high strength zip, are now a household name in the States which is probably due to their originality and quirkiness! The messenger, tote and handbag styles are perfect for taking on shopping trips and long weekends whilst the wristlets, minis and purses are great for day outings! There’s also a range of different colours to choose from too so you’ll have a hard time deciding which one to have!
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A feminine trend to embrace this summer is beaded jewellery. You can go as subtle as you like with the pieces you wear but will still look uber stylish!
Beaded jewellery is the perfect way of adding a bit of glam to your outfits without going over the top. You could wear anything from a stunning beaded pendant to a small dainty bracelet. Why not even take it a step further and custom make your own? Experiment with bright colours by mixing them with shades of blacks, whites, blues and greys to create fabulous jewellery that will catch the attention of fellow fashionistas!
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Extremely feminine beautiful pieces pretty much sums up Andrew Majtenyi’s Spring/Summer 2010 Collection. The softness of the clothing truly is a pleasure to gaze upon and seems to have awakened my girly side…
The Canadian born designer has a strong creative instinct and sophisticated sense of style which shows throughout the gorgeous items of clothing. Minimalism plays a big roll in this Spring/Summer collection which makes the pieces versatile enough to take you from day to night – just play around with accessories! Having used the finest Italian and French silks, chiffons and lace gives the dresses that romantic, floaty look to help maintain the femininity.
The colour palette is so girly and dainty with shades such as deep grey mauves and stone mixed alongside the softer silvers and chalks. Beautiful light prints are used ranging from pretty scattered butterflies to the more technical geometric shapes. Each piece from this collection shows the female silhouette at its best with the help of clever tailoring which enhances the female figure in all the right places – thumbs up to Andrew!
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Fashionistas who appreciate gorgeous unique clothing, and maybe fancy a change from the usual high street shops, should go have a look-see at XXIV London - an online shop which specialises in pieces designed and made by fresh, young independent British designers.
It all began in 2009, starting out with just one label selling pieces in the famous Camden Stables Market on the weekends. From there the shop went online and hosts an array of talented designers whose pieces are truly a delight to gaze upon.
The website is constantly looking to promote the work of independent designers, helping new talent gain the recognition they deserve. All the clothing and accessories offer that extra something but are all still very wearable and stylishly chic!
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Being a mother doesn’t mean you have to say goodbye to your stylish ways ladies. You can still be a yummy mummy! Cecily Plum, the online maternity retailer, have a gorgeous collection of changing bags from leading designer brands such as StorkSak, Babymel and Lin and Leo. They even have a stylish selection for dads too!
These changing bags are nowhere near being at all ‘mumsy’ as Cecily Plum’s collections have all been carefully selected for style, quality and practicality to suit all tastes and lifestyles. Each bag comes with everything a mother could ask for to keep you organised and carefree. Now all you have to do is choose which fabulous style is best for you!
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