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QVC Spring Summer 2013 | Frost’s Pick

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We popped along to the QVC SS13 press day to find out what you will be buying next season.

I love Lulu Guinness. Her quirky bags are beautiful and original.

Stationary from Anna Griffin. Very elegant. Stationary says a lot about a person. This says all the right things.

I love this Honora bracelet.

Jack Murphy Clara Quilted Jacket.

Kelly Hoppen Buddha.

These Marta Jonsson Peep Toe Court Shoes are divine. I love the red detail.

Nails Inc nail polish. Always a classic.

Nina Leonard Maxi Dress.

Perricone MD Necolletage. Pricey at £123 but it really works.

Tiana B Geometric Print Maxi Dress.

Strivectin Advanced Overnight Serum. Good stuff. Relatively easy on the wallet.

The sun won’t be out for a while, but when it is you will want Ultrasun Tinted Moisturiser.

I love these Lotus Catherine Sandals with a beautiful flower detail.

Brilliant detail on this beautiful cuff bracelet from Rush by Denis Charles.

New luxury lifestyle emporium – Cuckooland launches in the UK

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– Another dreary luxury Gifting Site? Not on your nelly…. an exceptional site for extraordinary women launches in the UK-

Women deserve to be spoilt…check. Women love surprises…check. Women love unique…check. Well now comes a website that will spoil and surprise in equal measure with its unique and inspirational products for you, for your friend, for your family, heck – even your pooch!

Now if you are stressed out and have no time to pop down to John Lewis you just have to fire up your computer and go to Luxury lifestyle emporium Cuckooland is a website catering for the needs of the modern day woman and all her interests, impulses and indulgences. It features a range of luxurious and lavish products handily divided into useful categories including Mrs Smith, Mr Smith, Lifestyle Cool, Little Smiths, Pet Accessories, Travel and After Dark.

Each category showcases a cherry-picked selection of some of the most original and opulent brands on the planet including: luxury leather goods from across the pond with GI New York, the chicest jewellery from Sence Copenhagen, audiophile heaven from Ruark Audio, the sartorialist’s choice in travel accessories with TravelTeq and where else could you buy a white shirt for your dog? Only the most exclusive, original and desirable “non-mass produced” products reside in Cuckooland!

Even better, as a member you can earn site credits for sharing products you love with Cuckooland’s

“Share the Trends” incentive. Just share the products you love via Facebook or Twitter buttons on the product pages or you can create a Wishlist and then share your Wishlist by email, Facebook or Twitter and when the recipient buys the product via these links you receive credits:

• By sharing products up to the value of £75 you receive £2.50 credit on your

account.
• By sharing products over the value of £75 you receive £5.00 credit on your
account.

Unlike most luxury online gifting stores, the vast majority of Cuckooland’s stock is bought outright and kept at its warehouse for speedy delivery. All product deliveries are tracked and if you’re not happy with your delivery or order there is a “no questions asked 30 day returns policy”. And of course there is also a gift-wrapping service and a free gift tag available at checkout. In fact, the team at Cuckooland likes to think it has the best check out service in the business – quick, simple and secure. And, if you’re lucky you might even fall prey to a “Random Act of Cuckooness” – little surprises released by these slightly cuckoo people to brighten up your day.

Lastly, watch out for Zebarella, the awfully clever zebra centaur with a fabulously large bottom who you can thank for Cuckooland. It is Zebarella who had the idea of selecting the incredible array of original, desirable and non-mass produced products found in the hills, valleys, streams and estuaries of her native Cuckooland to share with you all online. If you want to see some of Zebarella’s favourite products take a peak at, “Zebarella’s Picks” a fantastic place to get you inspired before you flex your card.

Find haute couture from the finest French wardrobes

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UK SHOPPERS FLOCK TO vestiaire collective TO FIND haute couture from the finest French wardrobes

 

Vestiaire Collective, the pre-owned, luxury, fashion website today celebrates its first six months in the UK by announcing quadruple digit growth in UK members and record sales to UK consumers. The cult French fashion site has grown its base of users in the UK by 1200% since adding English and sterling to the site in March 2012. The site now boasts over 1.2million members and 12.2 million monthly visits globally.

 

The attraction of previously owned designer labels from the finest French wardrobes has attracted British label hunters who are now spending an average of £300 per shop as they rush to snap up the latest from French luxury brands.  Some of the treasures grabbed by UK shoppers in the past six months include a Yves Saint Laurent bag for £1,000, a Shamballa jewels item for £1500 and a men’s IWC watch for £1,100.

 

Across the channel, the fashionable French are clearing out the designer items at a rate of 25,000 items per month. In fact initial statistics for October reveal a 20% increase in items submitted for sale since the UK came online in March. It’s not only the fashionable woman on the street clearing her wardrobe, Vestiaire Collective is also home to French and British celebrities who are actively using the site to empty their wardrobes for the upcoming season.

 

Some of the French ‘bargains’ available today include a Valentino python and sable bag for £4876, about half the original price for the sought after bag. The sale list also includes more than 720 Isabelle Marant shoes, handbags, coats and dresses for up to 70% off. Unlike other pre—owned and vintage fashion sites, Vestiaire Collective checks every item for authenticity, so British shoppers know that what they are buying is absolutely genuine.

 

“We are seeing a wave of interest and excitement about the contents of French wardrobes from our British community,” says Vestiaire Collective’s UK MD Shannon Edwards. “On average British women are spending 30% more than their French counterparts and whilst we are shopping, the French are selling. We have seen more than 400 brands added to the site which are being snapped up here by women who are used to buying vintage and love that classic French style.”

 

Vestiaire Collective was founded by French internet entrepreneur, Sébastien Fabre who alongside five co-founders has developed the business by integrating a strong social community with ecommerce. The site gives consumers a platform to share, discuss and review fashion trends, labels, brands and items, yet closely monitors the buying and selling of goods to ensure that each piece is authentic, in excellent condition and is beautifully presented and delivered to the end consumer. The site manages all financial transactions to ensure that the seller has absolute peace of mind with items that often have a very high ticket value.

 

Craig Lawrence | London Fashion Week 2012

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British knitwear designer Craig Lawrence underwater themed SS13 show was a particular highlight of London Fashion Week. The clothes were metallic with a lot of different textures. Lawrence said that he ‘craved purity’ after his last colourful show and this entire collection was silver or white. Lawrence used kyototex metallic yarn and techno fibres, and as the camera’s flashed the clothes glowed. Absolutely beautiful.

Trinny and Susannah Are Back

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-New fashion range launches on QVC-

For over 15 years, leading style gurus Trinny and Susannah have been dressing British women and advising them on “what not to wear” with numerous televised make-overs, to ensure women make the most of their assets. Now, the fashion advisors-turned-designers have been inspired to use their expertise to create their first full clothing range, launching exclusively on QVC this autumn, to cater for women of all sizes and help them feel and look fabulous by what they wear.

The collection focuses on dressing women who are top heavy, bottom heavy or wish to minimise their tummies and features dresses designed to flatter and compliment each of these body types. Jackets also form a strong part of the collection, tailored to create shape and structure for the wearer, resulting in a beautiful female silhouette.

Prices range from £48 to £150. Trinny and Susannah will launch their new collection on QVC on Sunday 19th August using real QVC customers to model the range reminding viewers that this is a range made specifically with them in mind and highlighting the benefits of this carefully designed collection.

Trinny and Susannah love to make women feel better about themselves through the medium of the Make-Over. They teach women to learn to love themselves again from the outside in, to look better and feel empowered.

Trinny Woodall said, “We are delighted to be working with QVC, who have given us the opportunity to bring our Body Shape philosophy to this range.”

Frost Summer Fashion Special

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It’s summer now and it’s hot, hot, hot. So Frost Magazine has found some beautiful summery clothes that will keep you cool and looking hot in the summer sun. First up is a choice of seasonal fashion from Benetton. I have chosen some cute outfits that can be accessorised with hot tights, or left on their own for an understated and elegant look. Here is my pick:

 

This pink wrap dress is gorgeous and low-maintenance. Throw it on and you’re done.

You can’t go wrong with a red dress. So beautiful.

Brightly coloured jeans and trousers are huge this summer. This is a trend that is not going away.

This dress is beautiful. Perfect casual wear.

This dress is perfect for a summer evening. It is quite fashion-forward but very elegant.

What are your favourite summer outfits? Let us know.

 

 

Outfits to see you through from day to night

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Daisy Darche provides professional women with stylish solutions for both work and play

As the mercury rises, social calendars fill and the urge to share fun times with friends and colleagues increases. With London 2012 Olympics fast approaching, this year will be no exception. The Daisy Darche summer collection includes stunning pieces that can transform a look from day-wear to evening- wear as quickly as an ice cold glass of wine can be ordered – making this British label the perfect summer pick!

The Daisy Darche line has been designed to suit all shapes and sizes but versatility is the true key to the collection. Many of the garments can be worn in more than one way; cleverly creating multiple looks from just one piece. Professional women can now go out, straight from work and feel fabulous.

Daisy Darche recommend the following pieces to take you from the boardroom to the bar:

Livia Dress, £555

When coupled with a sharp blazer, this maxi dress can be worn to the office with the knot at the front. In the evening it can be transformed by simply turning the dress around to reveal a sexy plunging V-neckline.

Gaudi Jacket, £495

A Daisy Darche favourite, this reversible jacket can be worn long or short. Start the day with the jacket long and flowing over a black shift dress but leave work with the short version and killer heels for summer evening fun.

Lola Dress, £495

Maxi dresses deserve a place in all summer wardrobes and this draped version is elegant enough for the office. Reverse the dress for an alternative neckline and to change the positioning of its subtle split.

Opera G Shawl, £185

During the day this shawl can be worn loosely over a suit. For a chic evening look just tie it in a knot and twist to the side.

Daisy Darche is available exclusively from Liberty of London, liberty.co.uk, selected independent boutiques worldwide and the label’s online store – daisydarche.com.

Win £500 Surfdome.com Voucher.

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Europe’s fastest growing lifestyle department store, Surfdome.com, celebrates the launch of its 700th brand with a massive voucher giveaway.

Born out of a passion for surf, skate, wake and snowboarding, Surfdome.com was launched six years ago, and has grown into an international online department store stocking 700 of the world’s best Lifestyle, Fashion, Outdoor and Sports brands. Surfdome.com currently has 36 departments and over 20,000 product lines, catering for everyone from trend-hunting teens to tiny tots and active adults.

Setting Surfdome apart from other lifestyle retailers is their level of experience within the industry, their award winning customer service, and the fact that they can offer expert advice on hardware and equipment, ensuring customers are buying the best for their active lifestyle pursuits. With an iPhone shopping app, free shipping and next day delivery available, Surfdome is a one-stop-shop for everything from snowboards to sandals.

To celebrate reaching 700 brands, Surfdome.com are giving away a total of £2,000 worth of vouchers, with one winner being gifted a £500 voucher every week throughout July. To be in with a chance of winning, upload a video of yourself talking about your favourite brand at Surfdome.com. With 700 street, sport and fashion brands, including the likes of Cheap Monday, Gravis, Boxfresh, Hurley, Volcom, Roxy, Animal, Converse, Eastpak, Diesel, and French Connection, you’re spoilt for choice!

Check out Surfdome.com’s full brand list here: http://www.surfdome.com/brandpage, choose your favourite brand, and create a video about it that is no more than 2 minutes long, and upload it here: http://www.surfdome.com/pages/comp_700brands – fashion, surf, skate or snow – Surfdome want to know about the brands you love.

For more information visit: www.surfdome.com, become a fan on Facebook for all the latest product and sales offers: http://www.facebook.com/surfdome or follow on Twitter @Surfdome.