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Ten of the best stripy dresses
You know when they tell you never to wear anything with horizontal stripes? Well we’re like, whatever. Stripes can show off patterns and colours beautifully and it’s as classic as they come. After all, it’s not just the pattern of your outfit that shapes your form, it’s also the cut. That’s why stripes can be as flattering as any other pattern – when it’s used the right way. Don’t believe us? We’ve picked ten dresses which we think you’ll simply fall in love with. Tell if you’re not impressed but we say power to the stripe. Coloured stripe linen-blend drop-skirt dress from Paul Smith Priced at £785. Available from Paul…
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
Brace the rain in style with see-through wellies
Who? Town & Country What? Wellingtons aren’t the most stylish of footwear but with Chameleon Crystal Clear Wellingtons, you’ll be able to change your style according to your mood. The wellies are see-through so their design will be dictated by your choice of socks. Better be careful of those odd socks then! Priced at £24.99 for adults and £12.99 for children. When? Available now Where? Available online at Town & Country How? To purchase, visit www.townandco.com
Design pick: Stacking rings from Monica Vinader
Who? Monica Vinader What? If there was ever design that was destined to be customised, it would be these stacking rings from Monica Vinader. The rings come in varying widths and you can choose to stack as many or as few as you want. And because the design is fully customisable, the price also varies. The “Siren” pictured here for example, costs £450 and is made up of four rings. When? Available now Where? Available online from Monica Vinader How? Buy now from Monica Vinader
Asprey London’s Private Collection
Who? Asprey London What? Luxury leather goods brand Asprey have recently unveiled handbags in their 2013 “Private Collection”. The collection is a series of one of a kind bags that feature bold colours, exotic skins and precious stones. This year’s themes are “Decorative”, “Colour block” and “Jewelled”. When? Available now, by invitation Where? Asprey London, 167 New Bond Street, London, W1S 4AY How? Call 020 7493 6767 for more information
Fashion pick: Altea wool jacket from Ted Baker
Who? Ted Baker What? Last week Ted Baker revealed their new Autumn/Winter 2014 collection and we’ve been doing a little browsing. Guess what? We found this sharp looking Altea wool jacket with a cut out neck which will be perfect whether dressing up for work (there’s matching trousers available) or with a dress when out to play. Priced at £215. When? Available now Where? Available online from Ted Baker How? Buy now from Ted Baker
