denim domination

I like denim, you like denim, we all like denim! Not only is it a staple in the average woman's wardrobe, but the right wash just seems to go with everything we own and ensures we're always looking effortlessly cool. There's no denying its an essential and with the 70's revival trend now in full force its pretty obvious that denim is going to contribute to one of the biggest trends of the season, but not in the way we all would of thought! 

Say goodbye to your skinnies. That's the first step of this transition. Yes I know, we all thought our skinny leg jeans would get us through the winter for decades but unfortunately (in the fashion realm) that ship has sailed. Its time for us to break out of our skinny jean habit and experiment with more exhilarating shapes and cuts by saying hello to the return of the mom jean and the boot-scootin flare. The mom jean provides a more relaxed fit and casual aspect to the denim domination trend whilst the flared jean will satisfy the needs of those of you looking for something more daring and definitive of the over-powering 70's trend.

If pants aren't your thing, try out a denim skirt. Mini, midi or maxi, its completely up to you but its definitely a trend you need to sink your teeth (or legs) into this winter. A-line cut is key, flattering a large number of body shapes and emphasising the desired hourglass aesthetic its the perfect piece to get you through the seasons and compliment your shape all year round. 

Finally, for all you modern-day muses of the 70's trend,  its time to invest in a denim one-piece.  A denim pinafore or pair of overalls is the way to go and if you're looking to grab this trend by the horns one of these pieces (if not both) are a necessity! Both options scream modernity and vintage cool. Obnoxious denim overalls will catapult you to a new fashion status with the latest take on the jumpsuit oozing street cred and modern style. While the button-down pinafore satisfies the needs of those fashion-forward, trend breaking souls. Its bold  and its daring, but if you're comfortable with your body and love being on show then you have nothing to hide! Rock this 70's vibe and reach for those ultimate fashion goals.

Jeans, one-pieces and skirts you name it, the 70's trend captures it all. Believe it or not double denim is even now socially acceptable in the everyday world. So to get you inspired and excited to go out and purchase your new must-have denim items I've compiled a collection of my favourite denim street-style hits.  

Enjoy and say hello again to 70's denim.

Lonely Lingerie

Confidence, sex appeal, love. What is lingerie to you?
 A sexy woman who is naturally self-assured and loves prancing around in revealing get-ups for her long time lover? Or an insecure woman? A shy soul who is dying to chuck back on her largest, baggiest oversized tee. Under garments (especially sexy under garments) are a personal topic for us women. We all long to be that confident female and tell ourselves that one day we will have the body of a Victoria's Secret Model, but if we're honest, thats probably (definitely) never gonna happen. So taking a realistic approach, isn't it better for us to learn to love ourselves and find pieces that MAKE us feel sexy, are comfortable to wear and accentuate our natural, feminine shape? 

Well rising New Zealand based label "Lonely Lingerie" is doing just this. Creating sexy, vintage inspired pieces for woman of all shapes and sizes around the world.  

Created in 2009 by Helene Morris and Steve Ferguson, Lonely Lingerie is inspired by vintage corsetry and underwear and designed to showcased the beauty and femininity of the female form. Delicate lace and mesh is used in their collections, giving a subtle nod to their main inspiration with the incorporation of sultry cutouts, detailed straps and subtle but sexy colour palettes giving their designs a modern edge. They're blurring the line between fashion and underwear with long line bras (that can be worn as crops), high-waisted briefs and bodysuits that bring together their breathtaking collections. 

Their pieces make you feel good about your body with flattering aesthetics and designs. High-waisted briefs will allow those conscious of their stomach to hide their biggest insecurity whilst their wide selection of cup sizes (from A-E) give almost any woman the opportunity to treat themselves to a Lonely Lingerie piece. They're also huge advocates for embracing the female form and the varying shapes and sizes of everyday women, which they showcase incredibly through their visual diary The Lonely Girls Project. Born in 2012 the project aims to capture edgy images of Lonely Lingerie's own customers from all around the world and rather than solely capturing their products, the project focuses on telling a story (in one photo) of who these women are, their lifestyle, personality and culture, all whilst showcasing the variety of woman who advocate their designs. The Lonely Girls Project has provided an inspirational platform to showcase real women and empower the physically, culturally and geographically diverse females of today. 

 Thanks to their innovative designs, captivating projects and the rising popularity of alternate culture, Lonely Lingerie has fast become an iconic label of the modern day and is taking over the world one dreamer at a time. So gals, be proud of your body, be proud of your flaws and love yourself.

 Don't be Lonely anymore.

For more information of to find a stockist near you head to
www.lonelylabel.com

from the street: autumn trends

Summer is over, the steamy sunshine has set for another year and the Autumn cool is soon to be upon us. This means it's time to push your summer essentials to the back of the closet and bring forward the best transitional pieces you own to continue looking fresh and feeling super stylish throughout the cooler months ahead. Personally, luscious layers, super snug knits and drinking hot chocolate by a flaring woodfire are my favourite things about this time of year but I also love discovering and experimenting with the upcoming trends and styles that we see emerge as the seasons change. 

This season's trends are currently being set on fashion week runways around the world however the runway is not where I typically look to find my inspiration, its the street. Street style is a huge inspiration for me and I love stalking street style bloggers and photographers to uncover the latest trends and discover how everyday fashion advocates style their favourite staple and statement pieces in a fashion-forward, unique yet wearable way.

In praise to the brave and bold global trend-setters from the streets of New York, London and Milan fashion weeks of 2015, here is my first showcase on this year's Autumn trends.

THAT 70'S SHOW.

Every season we see aspects from a past era take charge on the runway and become a major trend for the coming months. This Autumn its the free-spirited, peace praising decade of the 70's that has taken the cake and bought the hippie-like, care-free culture back to our streets. 

Immediately the first thing that comes to mind when I here "70's" is  peace signs, tie-dyed clothes and psychedelic print, but thankfully these aren't  the elements we will be incorporating into our everyday lives. This season, the stylers on the streets are giving a subtle nod to the 70's through minimal statement pieces and by incorporating shapes, fabrics and textures from the era into their attire. These vintage components, mixed with today's current trends create a modern-bohemian vibe and bring a unique and alternate style to the contemporary fashion world. 

Bottle blue jeans, bright and bold colour contrasts, classic overalls and flared pants are all back from the past with denim, fringe and wide-leg cuts being the stand out key components to achieve this season's vintage inspired look. 

If you love you're denim go hard (or go home) with breaking the denim on denim fashion rule because this season the rebellious trend is back and has become a huge game player in the 70's street style fashion. We are seeing it being incorporated and re-created in a number of both new and old ways; wide-leg jeans, classic overalls and midi or full lengths denim skirts are your ticket to denim perfection and provide you with a vintage take on the current bohemian trend. Mixing your denim overalls with last season's oversized denim jacket and a vintage suede or fur coat is a perfect combination to achieve this trend and allows you to combine key season pieces with your wardrobe staples and old school pieces.

  

On the flip, if you're not a denim lover and more of  a gypsy living, free-spririted boho babe this trend will also satisfy your fashion needs. I personally have a super soft spot for this style, so trust me I can relate.

Suede and knitted capes along with unique aztec patterns and bold colour clashes are your best friend this Autumn with fringe detailing taking full charge. Its another more subtle aspect from the 70's taking over the streets and is a rising trend amongst a number of different styles. I love it not only because it is versatile, super comfy and an easy detail to style but its one that EVERYONE from every fashion genre loves and an element that can be adapted to a number of different styles. 

My favourite way to incorporate fringe is through statement pieces such as a jacket, skirt or handbag, but don't be afraid to play around with smaller pieces and incorporate subtle hints on your shoes or accessories. Fringe is the perfect detail to add that slight 70's vibe to your Autumn ensemble whilst still keeping true to your bohemian spirit. 

By adding suede and knitted fabrics to this trend not only do you keep yourself super warm in the colder weather but you add another textural layer to your outfit and create more depth and interest to your attire.These elements paired with bold contrasting colours and braided, gem like accessories present a modern bohemian and grungy take on the typical 70's wardrobe and show off a unique style to the fashion world.

So if you're an obsessive-compulsive fashion hoarder or a rebellious rule breaker, this season is for you. It's a time to play with textures, patterns and vintage silhouettes and really experiment and push the boundaries of the contemporary, modern day fashion.

All images -  www.style.com ; www.elle.com