somewhere in hackney.....fashion

Carnival ready

2013-08-16T15:12:00.001-07:00

Carnival ready by melanie-o featuring nike

OUTFIT OF THE DAY.....1 SKIRT 2 LOOKS

2013-08-13T14:52:00.001-07:00

1 Skirt 2 Looks by melanie-o featuring a gold bracelet bangle

I just love the print on this skirt. I thought i would show how 2 age groups could make this skirt (or any skirt for that matter) work, and work well. The answer is to not be afraid and play safe, but to pick colours from your skirt for your accessories - instantly making your outfit pop..

MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA FOR H&M A/W 2012 FULL COLLECTION

2012-10-24T19:04:00.000-07:00

Maison Martin Margielas collaboration with H&M is big news and hotly tipped to be sold out as soon as it hits stores worldwide - and that would be 15th November if you didn't know!! Renowned for their pairings with high profile and prolific designers - a list of 16 previous collaborations is testimony to their popularity, with the first designer being none other than Karl Lagerfeld himself back in 2004, H&M have scored another hit with this most unusual and conceptual of design houses. Martin Margiela launched his company with several collections in the 90's and also, by the way, invented a clever system to classify and identify each of his collections in May 1997. Between 1998 and 2003 he was the Artistic Director at Hermes, which thrust him into the worlds spotlight and within six years the label had grown from seven employees to a few dozen, with multiple boutiques opening worldwide along the way. 2003 saw Diesel founder, Renzo Rosso, buying Maison Martin Margiela and becoming the major shareholder of the label. December 2009 marked the official departure of Martin Margiela from the company that bares his name. Whilst still embodying that air of elusiveness, a creative design team whose identity is kept secret work collaboratively to design the collections for the label.

So without further ado..Maison Martin Margiela for H&M A/W 2012

Oversized day dress 69.99, Black glove bag 79.99, Brown plexi wedge high boot 199.99

Jacket with lemon detail (price unknown), Lining dress 59.99, Knee-high boot with removed heel 149.99

Horizontally worn dress 99.99, Plexi wedge pump 149.99

Body with integrated bra 29.99, Candy clutch 34.99, Oversized jeans 39.99

Flat jacket 59.99, Pattern-cut trousers 59.99, Plexi wedge pump 149.99

Mens Beaver coat in faux fur 179.99

Felt dress, Drop necklace (Price unknown at the mo - sorry), Knee-high boot with removed heel 149.99

Circle shirt 49.99, Glove coin purse 29.99, Open-up trouser skirt 59.99

Black oversized mens trousers 59.99, Black leather ballerina pump 69.99, Fitted blazer 69.99

Ladies oversized peacoat 149.99, Oversized turtle neck jumper 79.99, Plexi wedge pump 149.99

Oversized masculine jacket 99.99, Circle shirt 49.99, Trousers mini skirt 59.99, Brown plexi wedge boots 199.99

Duvet coat 179.99, Mirrorball leggings 29.99, Beige plexi wedge 149.99

Hitched up dress 99.99, Keyring necklace 34.99, Brown plexi wedge boots 199.99

Sequin print maxi dress (Price unknown at the mo - sorry)

Pattern-cut jacket 149.99, Oversized skirt 59.99, Invisible belt 9.99, Knee-high boots with removed heel 149.99


Navy hitched-up skirt 59.99, Cream oversized pullover 79.99, Keyring necklace 34.99. Beige plexi wedge 149.99

Navy visible darts pullover 69.99, Black fusion of two dresses 69.99, Boot with removed heel 149.99

Navy oversized pullover 79.99, Brown glove bag 79.99, Oversized mens trousers 59.99, Black leather ballerina pump 69.99

Accessories

Love em all....x

Movie stars and fashionistas dressed in Margiela - of course - looking fantastic at the New York global launch held on Tuesday 24th October. Helena Christensen and Julianne Moore look great in their pieces - loving Helenas entire outfit in fact!!

Want Helena' whole outfit....

Mena Suvari and Selma Blair at the New York launch....that silver clutch is insane!!!

wasn't quite sure about this dress but seeing it on Selma has totally changed my mind...gorgeous!!

Even Kanye turned up for the launch wearing Maison Martin Margiella for H&M

A few more pieces from the mens collection...I couldn't resist :)


These are very Kanye don't you think??...Pics courtesy of Vogue.co.uk

What a mammoth post - great collection though.....hope you enjoyed it, until next time peeps x

OUTFIT OF THE DAY

2012-10-24T09:38:00.002-07:00

FOCUS ON: SOLANGE KNOWLES

2012-10-22T17:11:00.000-07:00

Okay, so how good is this shot of Solange!! Did i ever tell you how much i love this girls style ethos, her natural hair and her attitude to the crazy industry she is in. Well, it seems that Solange is in the midst of reviving her music career (not sure about that babe) and this, her first video in quite some time, is called 'Losing You'. Shot in Cape Town, South Africa and directed by Melina Matsoukas, Solange gives us a look into the 'Le Sape Society' of the Congo and the colourful characters that embrace it. Maybe Solange is giving us all a little food for thought as i'm quite sure that i detected a hint of parody in her dancing and her posturing (maybe she's poking fun at a famous relative??) who knows huh, all i do know is that i really really love the styling, the cast of characters and the fun they all seem to be having...Solange' teaming with stylist Ty Hunter really is sublime, they truly are masters at mixing clashing patterns...love it x

Solange for Madewell

Solange's colourful wardrobe..enjoy x

CANARY YELLOW

JADE GREEN

RUBY RED

TANGERINE

TEAL

CLASHING PRINTS

GREY

GOLD

WHITE

COLOUR

Images courtesy of NyMag

....and breath!!!

Hope you enjoyed that marathon knowles session, seriously, i just didn't know which ones to leave out so i included them all, (well most of them anyway!!)...until next time peeps Mwah x

OUTFIT OF THE DAY

2012-10-21T16:23:00.001-07:00

This outfit of the day shot is a little different...thought i would add the muse that inspired the outfit x

Premium Military Coat, Navy Skirt, Topshop, Pointed Silver Shoe, Asos

We salute your style Karen B x

OUTFIT OF THE DAY

2012-10-20T19:00:00.000-07:00

Somewhere in Hackney@StreetFeastLondon

2012-10-20T15:59:00.000-07:00

Hey guys, here are a few sneak peaks of our pop up store at Street Feast London...

I love this tribal print bag...very cool.

Our uber cool 'chill out room' painting...love

Nothing like a happy customer...x

It's been a project of ours that has been sitting on the sidelines for a very long time, just waiting for the perfect moment when everything just seems to jell together and the perfect collaboration begins. Firstly, a little background history. Over the years i have accumulated ~~a lot~~ an obscene amount of clothes!! They have been the bane of my life but yet i refuse to part with them. Ebay is great but sometimes people have to feel that fabric and appreciate those hand sewn sequins. So for a short time only, Somewhere in Hackney Fashion are parting with their treasure trove of goodies at Street Feast Hackney. It is a great night out with fantastic food, live bands and just a really great vibe.

More pics to come soon, and please do checkout the link for Street Feast London here, so until then..Mwah peeps x

OUTFIT OF THE DAY

2012-10-03T15:45:00.000-07:00

Somewhere in Hackney Fashion by melanie-o featuring wool coats

Etoile Isabel Marant wool coat / Proenza Schouler skinny leg jeans, $305 / Isabel Marant heel boots / Zara bag / Stella & Dot jewelry / J.Crew yellow gold jewelry / Yellow gold jewelry, $26 / Giorgio Armani lip stick

OUTFIT OF THE DAY

2012-10-01T14:41:00.001-07:00

Gold star diva.... by melanie-o featuring house of harlow 1960

White shirt / Leather jacket / River Island , $57 / Jimmy Choo high heel shoes, $705 / River Island clutch purse, $44 / Zara stone necklace / House of Harlow 1960

Free People Sept 2012 Lookbook

2012-10-01T04:29:00.001-07:00

Photos Free People lookbook, where did you get that.com

Love it all.....xxx

RACHEL ZOE COLLECTION SPRING 2012

2011-10-07T06:37:00.000-07:00

I just love me some Rachel.....

Images courtesy of Fashionologie.com

BANANASSSSSS

Rachel as a designer is doing a great job. Her pieces, however, are not for the light of purse -ifyouknowwhatimean!!- so i take inspiration from the wearability factor and the 'i can get a copy of dat' factor too. Fashion for me should be wearable...i understand not always accessable..i can live with that, but bits of mismatched fabric sown to a dress and called high-end fashion...i have a problem with that in particular.

Hopefully my absence will not be as long next time....you guys having a look now and again give me inspiration to keep posting so i thank you all from the bottom of my heart.

- X -

Eri Wakiyama

2011-06-13T12:02:00.000-07:00

Fashion illustration is an art form that i have always enjoyed. The ease in which the artist - through a series of lines,shading and angles - has the ability to translate a look that i understand, admire and love. Creativity, in its purest form, through a pencil and paper....superb.

Illustrations by Eri Wakiyama, via Mermaid Hair Blog & Shiny plastic hag

PLANET BLUE

2011-04-01T13:38:00.000-07:00

Not sure if it's because the sun is a little brighter or that the wind is a little less brisk, but i for one am certainly looking forward to Summer. Going to get my hippie chick rocker bitch in gear to hit the festivals and dance like a loony (in my hippie chick rocker bitch kind of way that is)!!!

Planet blue's Coachella Lookbook made me want to hit the road, with the sun in my face, a guitar on my back and my girls in tow looking for a great bar to feel the music and dance till the sun goes down....I just can not get enough of this look.

Opening its first store in Malibu, California in 1995 Planet Blue is a true lifestyle boutique. Exciting and cutting edge fashion from around the world, presented in a relaxed and laid back setting. Cultivating a strong and loyal following from high profile celebrity shoppers, top bloggers and in-the-know locals - as well as informed tourists!, a Flagship store in Beverley Hills and locations in Malibu, Santa Monica, Venice and Westlake., Planet Blue is recognized as one of the best-loved boutiques in Southern California.

How cool are these looks...shall post a little more info about Planet Blue at a later date. xx

PAMELA LOVE S/S 2011....

2011-03-25T17:10:00.000-07:00

'Luxurious Rocker', are words which best describe Jeweler to the stars Pamela Love. A Graduate of Tisch School of the Arts, Francesco Clemente's assistant, Art director and Stylist. Love is also noted for her very cool, very bohemian 70's inspired personal style. With a Spring Summer 2011 collection full of covetable pieces and a move from her usual macabre, Love plays more with form and contour this season, influenced by the Indian and African cultures of Rajasthan and Ethiopia. Extending the notion of jewelry as a form of protection we see an introduction of innovative materials such as Resin, Wood and Howlite to the collection. Lagy Gaga's a fan, wearing Pamela Love in videos for 'Alejandro' and 'Born this way'. Pamela Love for Topshop - a great collaberation - will be coming our way soon. Native American designs and dream catchers within a five part series it's a little lux rock chic that we can all afford.

Seriously ....how much do i want one of these...

...and one of these...sigh

Images courtesy of fashionologie & oraclefox

PAMELA LOVE

No prices posted because the ethos of this look is to search through cheap stalls, flea markets/second hand and vintage stores in search of jewelry with some kind of history and substance behind them - Plus Pamela Love sure aint cheap people - not incredibly pricey, but i do wince at $300 earings!! .....find a bargain and it will be priceless so happy hunting peeps xx

P.s Let's not forget Love's collab with TopShop on the horizon so a piece of the real deal at a more convenient price level.

STATEMENT PIECES....

2011-03-18T16:34:00.000-07:00

LUV AJ S/S 2011

Handmade jewelry and accessories label LUV AJ have such a gorgeous lookbook that i just had to share.

Luv AJ designer Amanda Thomas started her accessories line in 2005. A combination of bad ass and femininity fuels her design ethos and has brought her jewelry collection a young celebrity fan base. Erin Wasson, Vanessa Hudgens and the most stylish of the Kardashian klan i say, Kourtney have been seen wearing AJ designs.Working with people such as Corey Madley of Madley Knitwear and Jewelry, clothing designer Rachel Pally and celebrity Stylists Cristina Ehrlich and Estee Stanley, aswell as online magazine who what wear. With Luv AJ boutiques across Southern California it definitely is one of those labels to look out for.

LOOKBOOK - WRANGLER AW 2011

2011-03-17T03:23:00.000-07:00

WRANGLER A/W 2011

Images courtesy of www. wrangler.com.au and oraclefox.

Love high waisted denim...and those velvet bell bottoms...aaaah....

MIU MIU AW 2011

2011-03-14T17:20:00.000-07:00

After.....

Before....

MIU MIU AW 2011

Images courtesy of fashionologie.com

Shala Monroque, Andre Leon Talley and Miuccia Prada after the Miu Miu show - and what a show - Oh how i love that picture taken by the super talented Garance Dore.

STYLESTALKER LOOKBOOK 2011

2011-03-10T16:58:00.000-08:00

THE BEAUTIFUL & THE DAMNED

Stylestalker, an Australian brand is the lovechild of designers Rachel Zeilic and Sue-Ann San. A label for self-confessed style addicts their Snakebite leggings have caused quite a frenzy on the fashion scene. Worn by bloggers and celebrites alike the label - within 2 years - now have 250 stockists in Australia and is now available to buy at Selfridges and David Jones in London.


Damned Collar Shirt $129.00, Destroyed knit Top $129.00, Snakebite Leggings $167.30

Sue-Ann in Damned collar shirt & Rachel with Dannijo jewelry designers, Danielle & Jodie Snyder

Until next time folks x

French Connection Spring Summer 2011

2011-03-04T17:02:00.000-08:00

INTO THE BLUE

Pic 1: Georgie cotton top 62.00, Janie denim skinny jeans 72.00. Pic 2: Coral knits raglan jumper 87.00, Pandora petals ruffle dress 125.00. Pic 3: Paddington knits cardi 97.00, Gemma strappy voile dress 67.00. Shoes worn throughout Jules chunky platform sandal 135.00.

Pic 1:Siera shell playsuit 77.00, Jiva platform court 130.00. Pic 2: Elsa stripe top 47.00, Fiesta flower shorts 57.00. Juniper espadrille wedge sandal 120.00. Pic 3:Walk in the park top 47.00, Siera shell skirt 62.00, Jules chunky platform sandal 135.00.

THE NEW ROMANTICS

Pic 1: Sahara cotton dress 97.00, Brigette satchel 77.00, Jules platform sandal 135.00. Pic 2: Montpelier cotton dress 87.00, Betty slouch tote 135.00, Juniper espadrille wedge 120.00. Pic 3: Mine & Yours dress 135.00, Poppy love box clutch 52.00, Jules platform sandal 135.00

Pic 1: Selina top 47.00, Tabby knits pleat skirt 67.00, Jules platform sandal 135.00. Pic 2: Wicker knits cable jumper 87.00, Sierra sateen shorts 52.00, Jules sandals. Pic 3: Enamel link necklace 30.00, Caramel cotton dress 97.00, Jules sandal.

MINIMALIST MONOCHROME

Pic 1: Roseanne cotton blouse 52.00, Caviar wide leg trouser 82.00, Brigette mini day bag 50.00, Cabachon tassel drop pendant 18.00, Jules sandal in red. Pic 2: Renoir explorer bow top 62.00, Delicate donna trousers 87.00, Enamel stretch bangle 22.00, Janessa platform shoe 115.00. Pic 3: Portia silk shirt 67.00, Marylou leather shorts 155.00, Jairo shoe boot 130.00.

Pic 1: Summer short sleeve dress 115.00, Stone metal ring bangle 15.00, Jules sandals in red. Pic 2: Medusa bolero jacket 115.00, Verushka knits flared vest top 52.00, Medusa cotton shorts 57.00, Jumbo weave clutch 42.00. Pic 3: Selina silk jersey top 52.00, Delicate donna mini skirt 62.00, croc effect bangle 22.00, Box chain drop necklace 30.00, Jairo shoe boot 130.00

LUX LOUCHE

Pic 1: Quinton leather jacket 300.00, Lilly denim skinny jeans 77.00, Jairo shoe boot 130.00. Pic 2: Lisa leather jacket 300.00, Schiffer slash neck jumper 57.00, Laurita peg leg trousers 67.00, Jackson platform sandal 130.00. Pic 3: Venetta drape top 47.00, Holly combat trousers 77.00, Jules platform shoes as before, Shell charm&disc bracelet 20.00

Pic 1: Holly jacket 115.00, Batik butterfly vest 22.00, Marylou leather shorts 155.00, Haniel suede bag 115.00. Pic 2: Amelie crepe top 57.00, Quinton leather mini skirt 170.00. Pic 3: Apache leather jacket 300.00, Chimi chintz maxi skirt 67.00, Jules sandals 135.00

SHADES OF GREY


Pic 1: Caramel one-shoulder dress 110.00, Pearl set bangle 15.00, Shemera multi weave platform 120.00. Pic 2: Celeste sequins dress 155.00, Jackson platform sandal 130.00. Pic 3: Venetta drape jumpsuit 125.00, Jiva platform court 130.00

Pic 1: Selina silk jersey top 52.00, Jaded days trousers 77.00, Jules platform sandals 135.00. Pic 2: Darcy drape long dress 97.00. Pic 3: Solar swirl dress 125.00, Shemera multi weave platform 120.00

A short post today, hope you enjoyed.

MENSWEAR...KADEEM JOHNSON, BLOGGER

2011-03-01T18:49:00.000-08:00

Spied in my latest read...'Style Diaries, World fashion from Berlin to Tokyo'. Namely about fashion bloggers from all over the globe, Kadeem Johnson from New York struck me as a pretty cool fella. A full-time college student and freelance photographer his blog is a showcase of his various looks and those of his very talented and creative bunch of friends. His inspirations he quotes are from the 'The style and essence of African-American people from the era of the Harlem renaissance and the 1950s'.

WWW.KJOHNLASOUL.COM

His laid back vibe and obvious love of style makes him a favorite of mine. He may not live somewhere in hackney but he can definitely rock a look. Check out his blog, it's pretty cool.

Taylor-Made for Grazia

2011-02-28T17:05:00.000-08:00

Phil Taylor is a notable photographer who also takes street-style photography. Last year he picked up his Canon and started shooting street-style pictures for Grazia Magazines Style Hunter page. These shots are from his blog Taylor-Made.

Ps. Phil also lives...Somewhere in Hackney!!

Taylor-Made blog

Look for today

Floral blouse & the perfect denim shirt, Modekungen. Black skinny jeans, Black platform boots,Urban Outfitters. Large shopper, Zara. Black leather jacket, Topshop.

Hackney chic.....

Natalie Hartley wears....

2011-02-27T19:25:00.000-08:00

Natalie Hartley is Instyle magazines Senior Fashion editor, who rather conveniently for us - has a style blog.

COLOUR

Wearing one bold colour is far easier to pull off than two.

A Jewel coloured pop of shoe ........

Black jeans and Leather jacket, Topshop. Striped jersey top, Modekungen, Electric blue court shoe, Zara. Bag, Alexander Wang.

A shot of tarty tangerine...

Tangerine Trousers & Black Bag, Topshop. Striped jersey & Black coat, Modekungen. Patent loafers, Miss Selfridge.

Or just a simple shocker of a bag...

Black knit dress, Modekungen. Black skinny jeans, Miss Selfridge. Black wedge boot, Urban Outfitters. Green bag & Earings, Dorothy Perkins.

Bright bold colour can be a difficult look to pull off. By sticking to one bright hue we can still be true to ourselves whilst embracing the trend ...at least for a little while....

ZARA 2011

2011-02-25T20:01:00.000-08:00

PARIS CHIC

SWEDISH SUMMER

70'S GLAM

ROCK CHICK

VINTAGE VIBE

WEDGE APPEAL

COLOUR ROCKING

Zara just get's better and better don't you agree, a collection that is always a pleasure to look at. All shoes above are from the latest collection. I try to post clothes that do not cost hundreds of pounds but to me are just as desirable as high end fashion labels. All shoes posted are in-store now. The only thing left to figure out is......which babies are coming home with me??..hmmmm

Swedish Rock.....

2011-02-25T14:08:00.000-08:00

I really wish that this store was closer to home....

Vintage bag, chunky knit jumper, silk blouse, black jeans - TopShop, Army Jacket with pearls-Modekungen, black boots- Dinsko.

Lace dress, oversize coat-modekungen, Silver ring, black buckled boots-Topshop, Black faux snakeskin bag-Dorothy Perkins