Fashionista Barbie

Victoria Beckham is beginning to get the hang of using fashion films to promote her lines, first her denim collection got the video treatment by film maker and illustrator Quentin Jones for AnOther magazine, and now her new diffusion line, Victoria by Victoria Beckham, which debuts this spring has released a cute and very girlie campaign.

Highlighting the scalloped detailing that I love from the collection, this video is only the teaser, rumour is that Victoria herself will make a cameo in the full film – anyone else wondering if baby Harper will join her? I am also looking forward to seeing the Victoria window display in Harvey Nichols next week.

Who: Jennifer Lawrence

Where: Announcing the 84th Annual Academy Awards nominees at the AMPAS Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills, California

Wearing: A blue, yellow and black Prada dress in ‘broderie anglaise’ enriched with plissé on the front and embroidered popeline on the side modified from the spring/summer 2012 collection, teamed with Brian Atwood heels

Verdict: I said on Twitter the morning of the announcements that I wanted to see Jennifer in a girlie candy pastel Louis Vuitton dress, something youthful and fun, part of me kind of knew that wouldn’t happen and sadly it didn’t. It isn’t that I dislike this Prada ensemble, it just seems a little mature for her and the occasion could have dealt with something more girlie. On the plus side her body does look amazing in this form-fitted dress, it really does nip in perfectly on her tiny waist.

Sad thing is even though Jennifer announced the nominations she also confirmed she wasn’t attending this year, which is a real shame as her striking red Calvin Klein number was a real hit.

[Pic: Prada Facebook]

If you are after drama and exquisite detailing from Paris Couture Fashion Week then you don’t have to look further than Riccardo Tisci for Givenchy. Once again, his Givenchy couture offering was divine, with the Art Deco era of the Twenties and Thirties a key influence in the collection.

There may only be 10-pieces, but each floor-length gown has a feminine appeal, with geometric embroidery, crystal embellishments and fringed detailing in a colour palette of black, white, brown, cream and bronze – all presented with the most opulent of jewellery and elbow-length gloves.

Of course I can’t look at Couture without thinking Oscars and these three are my top picks. I am going for Rooney Mara choosing the black number, minus the jacket, but hoping that she pairs it with some of the jewellery from the collection. I also loved the white and bronze dresses as well. I think the halterneck bronze design is the most likely to go from runway to red carpet.

I also love the basketball court setting – it really made the dresses look incredible and if possible more feminine. Loved the collection.

[Images: Givenchy]

Tonight I had so much fun, I was kidnapped by two guys wearing Viktor & Rolf from head-to-toe, ushered into a goods lift in an NCP car park with 30 other bloggers, forced to watch the gorgeous Sean O’Pry in a fashion film shot by Inez Van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin, and then scared to death by a confetti ‘Spicebomb’ scented explosion.

Seriously, I haven’t had so much fun at a fragrance launch before – Viktor & Rolf need to host more parties it was incredible.

Girlies have gone crazy for Viktor & Rolf’s debut fragrance Flowerbomb, well now is the time for the boys – and this is one sexy fragrance. I have to say I am not sure it is going to be every guys cup of tea, it is a little different, but that it was I loved about it. Totally in keeping with the quirky vibe of the brand, striking packing and I have to admit I would even wear it myself – I loved the chilli spices, leather undertones and pepper scents.

The fragrance is exclusive to Harrods at the moment, and then it rolls out nationally from March 7 – give it a go smelling is believing I think you’ll be surprised with how nice this scent is.

One of my favourite features of my blog has to be the ‘Made In Oz posts highlighting all my favourite designers and labels from Australia. I have to quickly add I am not an Aussie, and sadly I haven’t ever been, and no my boyfriend isn’t from down under, I just really love the injection of fun that all these labels are bringing to our shores at the moment. I am a huge fan of everything from the likes of MinkPink with its vintage-inspired take, Staple for its incredible sleek basics, Cameo for its gorgeous dress silhouettes, and the Frenchie-chic brand Toi et Moi – seriously the list is very long and keeps growing.

My latest Oz fix is coming from Toi et Moi’s creator Gill Lawrence – Mad Love, a quirky fashion label that was launched only last year but it is already establishing itself as a fun and flirty line with a kind of Wildfox Couture vibe about it with its use of graphic prints, slouchy tees, striking maxi dresses and statement motifs inspired by street art with a mix of pop art. I am so in LOVE!!!

Coming to Topshop in March this label is perfect to spice up your wardrobe, and with prices starting at £40 I am sure it will be a firm favourite come festival season. My favourite piece of the collection has to be this lippy jumper, I just love the oversized shape, the gappy teeth and the monochrome stripes against the pop of red – I can’t wait to wear this beauty.

Are you Mad in Love???

[Pics: Mad Love]

Who: Cheryl Cole

Where: Travelling to Los Angeles

Wearing: A red and white bone print ‘Caveman’ baggy Wildfox Couture jumper, jeans, a furry hat and carrying an Anya Hindmarch printed ’Headline’ canvas shopper

Verdict: I quite like Chezza’s airport chic, always jeans or leggings, always a stylish bag, and there always has to be something furry!!! What I love about this look other than the fun jumper has to be the ‘Corgi Eats Queen’s Handbag’ tote – LOVE it!!!

Buy Her Style: Love the shopper as much as I do? Well get on Net-a-Porter as this tongue-in-cheek bag is exclusive to them and isn’t too pricey for a designer bag at £165.

More of a baggy jumper type of gal? Well the Caveman could be yours for £97 – buy in Free Love Red as seen here or how about Dirty Black.

[Pics: Wildfox Couture Twitter/Net-a-Porter]

Today was a day filled with press appointments, viewing lots of gorgeous clothes, being introduced to new brands, which I of course will share with you in the coming weeks, and generally rushing about. What I find on busy days is that I need treats in my bag, unlike Rachel from Friends who has to shop with Oreo cookies, I am a sweetie gal and my latest obsession is Fruittella’s Children’s Farm sweets. Seriously these are a better than Percy Pigs.