Fashion pick: Pietra suede-trimmed tweed sandals from Tory Burch
What? Pietra suede-trimmed tweed sandals from Tory Burch. Priced at £295.
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Post-war fashion illustrations at Gallery 8
Who? Gray M.C.A. What? Specialists in modern and contemporary art, Gray M.C.A., are holding an exhibition of post-war fashion illustrations. Four decades of fashion illustrations are on display from the 1940s to the 1970s, by fashion illustrators from America, Germany, France and Great Britain. Often drawn from memory, of what was seen in the fashion shows, the illustrations capture the elegance of the runway pieces with simplicity and subtlety. Prices for the pieces range from £300 – £10,000. When? 11th to 16th September, by invitation Where? Gallery 8, 8 Duke Street St James’s, London, SW1Y 6BN How? For more information and to request an invitation, see www.graymca.co.uk
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
Fashion pick: Pleat back linen dress from The White Company
Who? The White Company What? It’s almost May! Which means it’s almost June, July, August and summer. With that in mind, we’re getting ready for the hot weather with this simple pleat-back linen dress from The White Company. It’s elegant enough to wear day to night but also loose fitting enough for cope with, what we hope to be, a great summer. Priced at £95. When? Available now Where? Available online from The White Company How? Buy now from The White Company
Fashion pick: Dolman-sleeve sweater from Maison Martin Margiela MM6
Who? Maison Martin Margiela MM6 What? If you need a casual dress up cool weather wear then this dolman-sleeve wool-blend sweater from Maison Martin Margiela MM6 should be at the top of your list. It will certainly keep you warm with its luxurious blend of wool, viscose and alpaca. Wear over a crisp shirt and you will have pulled together a reasonably smart outfit too. Priced at £360. When? Available now Where? Available online from MatchesFashion.com How? Buy now from MatchesFashion.com
Ten of the best swimsuits
Are you searching for that perfect bikini? Well, we say stop, ditch the two-piece and look at the swimsuit instead. As well as offering a whole lot of support, particularly if you’re planning to get involved with water sports, there’s also a lot more fabric to get fashionable with. Just think of the variations in patterns, cuts and straps. Still not sure? Check out our pick of ten of the best swimsuits – we think they’re enough to prove that the one-piece can be cool too. Floral spot swimsuit from Dickins & Jones Priced at £45. Available from House of Fraser Foulard-print swimsuit from Dolce & Gabbana Priced at £355….
InspireMyCase rewinding couture
Who? InspireMyCase What? InspireMyCase has recently released their new “Rewind Couture Collection” phone covers for iPhone, Samsung and Blackberry handsets. The collection is inspired by vintage print designs from the likes of Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent and Vivienne Westwood. Priced at £21.83. When? Available now Where? Exclusively at inspiremycase.com How? Buy online
