Accessories pick: Women’s silk scarf and lambskin gloves gift set from Paul Smith
What? Women’s silk scarf in ‘Artist Stripe’ and black lambskin gloves gift set. Priced at £160.
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Summer reading: Stitched up by Tansy E. Hoskins
Who? Tansy E. Hoskins What? Fashion has its share of controversies and Stitched Up is an attempt by author Tansy E. Hoskins to explore some of the issues. Hoskins delves into everything from consumerism, size zero models to the portrayal of race. No stone is left unturned. The result is a thought provoking book on what can be a superficial industry. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
Accessories pick: Cork and leather clutch from Georgina Skalidi
Who? Georgina Skalidi What? It’s not immediately obvious that this cork and leather construction is a clutch but that’s really quite charming. Designed by Georgina Skalidi, the clutch combines both asymmetry and mixed media into one handy carrier. Plus, it can also be used as a shoulder bag with a detachable and adjustable chain. Priced at £90. When? Available now Where? Available online from Carnet de Mode How? Buy now from Carnet de Mode
Accessories pick: Félicité earrings from Charly James
Who? Charly James What? This mismatched pair of feather and leather earrings from Charly James is a great fashion-forward piece, mixing patterns, textures and media. The Félicité is entirely handmade and is inspired by ‘the female character Felicity in “A Simple Heart” by Gustave Flaubert’. Pretty romantic, right? Priced at £40. When? Available now Where? Available online from Carnet de Mode How? Buy now from Carnet de Mode
Patterns of Fashion at V&A
Who? Victoria and Albert Museum What? Learn about British textile design and fashion from 1750 to today at V&A’s “Patterns of Fashion” gallery talk. Led by the museum’s fashion curator Jenny Lister, the talk uses V&A’s permanent collection to demonstrate how fashion has changed. The talk is free. When? 1pm, 4th of February Where? Cromwell Road, London SW7 2RL How? See website for more information: www.vam.ac.uk
Accessories pick: Four seasons print scarf from Gucci
Who? Gucci What? Breathe a little colour into your wintry outfit with this colourful magenta and ivory scarf from Gucci. The four seasons print foulard is 100% silk and made in Italy. It embraces each season with a lady’s portrait, each taking residence in a corner of the scarf. Quite a picture. Priced at £242.48. When? Available now Where? Available online from Italist How? Buy now from Italist
Luxury bespoke lingerie with Gilda & Pearl
Who? Gilda & Pearl What? Bring a little luxury to lingerie with Gilda & Pearl’s made to order service. The four year old brand still designs, makes and handfinishes all their pieces in the UK. Gilda & Pearl also offers a completely bespoke service allowing you to make the most of their stunning collection of silk satins, chiffons, crystals and ribbons. When? Available now Where? Exclusively at www.gildapearl.co.uk How? Visit website for more information
