GOSSIP GIRL

July 2nd, 2009

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The stars were out in force to support Beth Ditto who this week launched her debut range at high street store Evans.  The Gossip singer makes her first major foray into the world of fashion design having been muse to the fashion world since hitting the big time with single Standing In The Way of Control - and her designs are pretty cool!  A crowd from music and fashion were present for the launch at Sketch in London’s Mayfair where cocktails flowed and delicious canapes were served.  Sir Philip Green and his new partner in crime, Simon Cowell were also present at the bash to join in with the fun.

SHOES FOR JULY

July 2nd, 2009

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The Lodger ‘Shoe of the Month’ for July are a seamlessly tailored pair of English Oxford shoes furnished in custom tailors Scabal’s striped linen.  Available for the month of July only, the shoes are available here.

Louis Vuitton 4 Madonna

July 2nd, 2009

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Steven Meisel has shot Madonna again for the Fall/Winter Louis Vuitton campaign. We hear Creative Director Marc Jacobs was so pleased with the Spring/Summer results that he wanted to repeat the experience. Nice gloves.

One Season Only

July 2nd, 2009

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For one season only men can also enjoy Rupert Sanderson shoes. We have been, very strictly, told that this is not the beginning of a men’s line by RS, but, following the success of the women’s Saddled Oxford he has produced the style in men’s sizes, available now. http://www.rupertsanderson.co.uk/about/SaddledOxfordForMen.html

Sort Out Those Feet!

July 1st, 2009

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It stuns me how many people walk around with fabulous sandals but trampy feet. It so defeats the object. Girls - and boys - head down to Cowshed. They do the best polishes I’ve ever experienced, and their luxury hour-long pedicure is a good investment, if you are exposing your feet right now. 

www.cowshedonline.com

SHOES FOR (S)HE

July 1st, 2009

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Hussein Chalayan has unveiled an exciting range of unisex urban trainers which are bound to entice men and woman this coming season.  The ‘Hybrid Collection’ encompasses 5 key styles of shoe – Desert, Lace, Hiking, Puffa and Tennis – to give a fresh and modern twist to classic shoe designs.  The new collection is available from this month via Oki-Ni.com

MONTH OF FREE MUSIC

July 1st, 2009

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The Camden RoundHouse plays host to the annual iTunes Live music festival this month.  Featuring a month of special musical performances from some of the biggest bands in the industry, each night of July sees a different band and performer play at this legendary venue.  With artists including Friendly Fires, La Roux, Bat For Lashes, Jack Penate and Mika, the line up this year is as exciting and varied as ever - and the best thing about the whole festival?  It is completely free!  Full line up details and details of how to get your hands on tickets can be found here.

TEN YEARS TWISTED

July 1st, 2009

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July sees the 10th anniversary of Levi’s® Engineered Jeans®, and to celebrate, the legendary denim label have developed a very special anniversary version of the Jeans.  Extremely limited edition - there are only 99 pairs in the world - the hand painted jeans feature 18 carat gold buttons and are delivered in an exclusive commemorative box with a coordinated paint blast finish.  The jeans are available from Cinch and Oki-Ni.com, but be quick as there are only 18 pairs available in the UK.

Jean Snake

June 30th, 2009

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We kind of all love him so needless to say the fashion show last night for Justin Timberlake’s clothing line, William Rast, caused quite a stir. And he was there! VV Brown and Dizzee Rascal turned out to watch the show in Selfridges’s car park. The Autumn/Winter collections will go on sale at a temporary store in Selfridges from today. Prices from £78.

Pictures by Alistair Guy

A Must Have

June 30th, 2009

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These Louis Vuitton scarves went down a treat last season. So let us introduce the two pre-fall 2009 colours. The leopard print was created for Vuitton by American artist Stephen Sprouse (hence the name), and they are a muslin-soft cashmere and silk mix. www.louisvuitton.com