You did go to the ball but what did you wear Cinderella?

Hey guys,

So this week was the ever famous Met Ball which this year wanted those lucky enough to be given invites to dress "Punk" in an ode to the new exhibition - well this week provided me with the time to reflect on who wore what and my conclusions I will write down now.

I feel I should start with my idea of punk and the image I get takes the form of my mum when she was younger. Now I have been informed that fish nets and hair dye were the order of the time and that was punk being tame! 

So how did the social elite dress for it? Well it was more ball less punk, which I don't think is very sporting as its like going to a fancy dress party not in fancy dress! 

I like top 5's but I have to include in one section two women so I guess it is a top 6 in reality:

• Julianna Hough looked amazing in a custom Topshop dress and her hair was also bang on punk, I love the ripped bottom to the dress and her edgy heels just make the look! 

• Next to be bestowed my praise is model of the moment: Cara Delevingne. This lady is fierce and wow, look at her dress. Unlike Sienna Miller who put a studded jacket over a dress, Cara went for it in Burberry and she for me just looks naturally rebellious! 

• Sarah Jessica Parker, step right up! This was one of the most extravagant outfits of the night, a headpiece from Philip Treacy, the widest Giles Deacon dress and thigh high Louboutins! All the pieces by themselves channel punk, the headpiece was shaped like a mohican and the boots were the shiniest tartan. The wardrobe malfunction made it all the more punk! 

• So when I was talking to my mum she said that when she used to go clubbing there was always a girl dressed as a bride and I think Rooney Mara got the message! Not only did she wear a white floor length Givenchy gown but she managed to make it cool not creepy. I think she got the ball and the punk elements perfect! 

• So finally are two women who did things right but the whole look was very wrong: Madonna and Nicole Richie. Both looked strange and kinda scary! However there were some elements of their outfits that were spot on, I mean I loved Nicole's hair and Madonna had elements of genius in the fish nets, the tartan and the pink shoes but she just didn't look good as an outfit. I'm sorry ladies, sack your stylists!!

So this was really late I'm sorry but my exams will soon be over!

Luv you all,

LDN Teenage Fashionista xx♥

Beanies and other things...

Hey guys,

This post is driven by my recent trip to Canary Wharf which is one of my favourite places in London as business and culture mix amongst the skyscrapers.

Recently trends in fashion have taken an urban vibe and cities are proving a massive influence on the art of fashion. Styles of hoodies and cropped tees with logos on have filled the high street, bold leggings have reappeared and high tops with matching beanies and baseball caps.

At first I never thought this trend would suit me, but there are ways to incorporate it into your own style, I manage it by pairing slouchy jumpers with jeans but maybe I will end up rocking a beanie one day!

This is my 99th post so next one will be my centenary so I am planning something exceptional for that but please message me if you want anything special mentioned!

I want to also say thank you to all who look at my blog and read it every time I post, I love you all!

Lots of luv,

LDN Teenage Fashionista xx♥

New trends, keeping them checked!

Hey guys,

The sun has decided to grace us with its presence today in London - I am still wearing a cardi as the wind is chilly but the gloves have gone at last!

I'm just off to the high street to get some clothes for work experience next week! I've got minimal make up on and am wearing a smile - it's amazing what the vitamin D in the sunshine can do to a person.

So I have been taking a couple of days R&R as per my head of college's advice and so have been flicking through the fashion magazines. Within the pages I see a very interesting time ahead for fashion (metallics at Burberry and check board patterns at Louis Vuitton are just two standouts) which will certainly shake things up and spring us into action.

My question is how well these trends will enter the high street? Sport luxe is still the measure of how well the designers can achieve a catwalk trend and even then only a few stores have got it spot on.


It is very hard for instance, to wear an entire brown checkered dress unless you are a model or a shiny mac unless you are a mini Beckham. I have a terrible fear that a highly radical set of trends will look awkward against the safe pastels and nautical looks that traditionally live on the high street in Spring/Summer.

So here's to hoping for success and a shake up around here, because blimey do we need it!

Lots of luv,

LDN Teenage Fashionista xx♥

Trend Round Up 2011...

Hey guys, 

Again a long absence, I am not very good at keep this updated am I? This year the fashion world went through many stages, at the end of 2010 into early 2011 the edginess that had been growing came through and heels went high and spiky and the dresses became black and sharp cut, some even had literal jagged edges!

Then in Spring as new life was born so was the word 'Eclectic' and such came the clashing of patterns and colours down the runways, although this took its time to get to the high-street. Meanwhile all the shops latched on to the bold brights and the 'new' trouser style (MASSIVE LEGS) none of which really took my fancy - I discovered a love for dresses and vintage and managed to rack up a huge amount of them and now my closets bursting lol! Along with wide leg trousers kicking out the skinny legs, mini skirts got kicked out by maxi and midi length which was a boggling minefield of creating your own dresses out of lengthy skirts and coloured shirts, which was both inventive and individual.

As we headed towards summer, well all the rules got torn up and most went back to nautical with a blink of an eye and little miss sailors and dolls came flooding back - I spent my summer in a pool and then my silk maxi so I can't really comment. When I landed home along came the loafers just in time for back to school to remove the brogues to the bargain bin. Every girl wanted to max out the men shoe trend - I stuck to pumps.

As autumn came so did an out of this world trend walked the runways and the shops turned to burgundy and autumnal colours and vintage waltzed back into fashion. Stars were bought along by D&G and they made a huge impact. I got myself a starry ring and ooh over the bags wishing I was amongst the stars and supernovas. Skinnys also came back as warmth was needed and knitted cardigans much taking reference to cricket jumpers flooded to the shops and then we were lead up to Christmas when..... out of nowhere came FUR! Fur jackets are all the rage right now from River to the Top of the Shops and we all want to be abominable snowmen for the winter time. Where do I sign up?

So what will the new year bring? Maybe a firework of colour?

Best Wishes,

LDN TEENAGE FASHIONISTA xox

I'm Dancing All Night Long: Alexandra Burke to Party Princess ♥

Hey Guys,

I am now in my GCSE Year aaahh! But I need to stay true to my faithful followers, I love you guys ♥

Anyway my latest music to fashion is based on the party tuuuunne All Night Long by Alexandra Burke feat. Pitbull. This song gaurentees to get me dancing and fits the party season perfectly; it also happens to be catchy which helps ☺

So well I bet you have guessed how this fits into fashion: Party Dresses!!!!!!
I love to find an amazing dress that makes me a party girl and I have to say that winter is the time for these.

So enjoy the Party Season and check back here for fashion that you can really follow,

Luv LDN TEENAGE FASHIONISTA xox



*FASHION UPDATE*

Hey Guys,

It wouldn't let me type this properly on the other post!

*FASHION UPDATE*

• Nautical is back and bold-Red,white and blue!
• Wedges are IN deffinatly: check out Topshop for some pretty ones!
• Summer is on its way (although it is freezing today): Jumpers and coats are gone and short sleeves are hear to stay!
• I said in an earlier post that stupidly high heels were on their way out. I always admit when I am wrong but I am not killing myself to wear them. If you are brave then feel free!
• Vintage is Al a mode! If its old its FAB!

Can't wait for the heat to arrive. I am fed up of being cold :(

Luv LDN TEENAGE FASHIONISTA xox

Spring time has arrived! And covered us in cherry blossom xx

Hey Guys,

School is manic at the moment and the weather here in the UK is frankly shocking. Although the Spring/Summer season is always here to brighten my day. Now, I am not saying to crack open the shorts and sunnies and chill in your gardens just yet... However, fashion has made allowances for the spring weather and adapted to Perfection.

Easter is a few days away, My hair is turning a brighter shade of blonde and I am feeling chilled looking at Chanel and Dior ♥. But lets turn to the matter at hand: What to wear NOW!

Well basically Spring 2010 is floral and flirty but for the rock chic lovers amongst us - don't panic! The classic Doc Martens are soo in at the moment alongside the festival Boho look is bang on trend.

My Top Tips

• Shoes: Stay flat, Killer heels are totally out. We ♥ our feet!
• Tee's: Should have florals and length or short tee's with slogans and positivity.
• Jeans and Leggings: Its spring people! Ditch black leggings for patterned ones or denim ones. Jeans themselves should be pale blues or greys - bright pinks etc. only if accompanied well otherwise steer clear!
• Bags: Pouch bags are about! Keep it practically though girls. Mini clutches are no more!!!!

So here it is! Spring 2010 ♥

Enjoy!!!

LDN TEENAGE FASHIONISTA xox