Style As I Might

GREEN.ENVY

2013-02-27T15:05:00.002+00:00

This shot, taken by Caroline Blomst, is perfect. The tones of green, and that incredible earpiece (earring?!) is to die for. Her hair is perfectly styled and the diamonds offset by the oversize coat. Now... to find that ear piece!

image Caroline Blomst

BREAK.THE.ICE

2013-02-27T02:51:00.001+00:00

I just have to express how much this Céline coat, the combination of the colours, the length, and the seemingly effortless way it's worn creates the perfect wardrobe addition. On paper, to me, it sounds like my worst nightmare, but in reality I am lusting after this particular piece BIG time!

Jx

Images Tommy Ton & unknown

BEFORE.THE.HYSTERIA.

2012-02-06T21:26:00.000+00:00

Amongst all the hype and circus of NY, Milan, London, and Paris, few will know that last week Stockholm played host to their fashion week, providing a platform for Scandinavian designers. The resident Stockholm fash-pack are not to be underestimated, with a mixture of editors, stylists, and bloggers, they set the tone for the coming season and are probably the best ambassadors for Swedish design.

It wouldn't take a genius to state that the biggest export from Sweden in recent years is ACNE STUDIOS. If it's one thing that is a shame about SFW (Stockholm Fashion Week), it's that Jonny Johansson set up his show base in London and Paris. He can't be blamed, it is certainly a more prosperous and public playground, but in another sense, it would put Stockholm firmly on the map and bring industry regulars to its shores.

The big speaking point of this past week was relative newcomer (showing their fourth season) ALTEWAI.SAOME. Having won The Max Factor Award of 2012, they were given the chance to open Stockholm Fashion Week. Founded in 2009, the duo behind the name are Swedish designers Natalia Altewai and Randa Saome, based in southern Sweden in Malmo, they create a luxe simplicity from their atelje. Below are a few of my favourite looks.

FILIPPA K, founded in 1993 by Filippa Knutsson and Patrik Kihlborg, is a respected and firm favourite of Sweden. With its timeless design, dedication to quality, and discreet flair, this is a brand that is revisited season after season. It has a yearly turnover of 55 million Euros, with over 50 brand stores. Without casting a negative light, it may not be the most creative and inspiring house, but it is reliable, and there's no better place to go to if you're looking for a tee or tailored trousers. The AW12/13 collection hasn't swayed far from it's trademark ethos. My favourite looks from the show include;

A third show which I would highlight is StYLEIN, founded in 2001 by Elin Nystrom, it has never been a favourite of mine, but this AW12/13 collection has shown me a different side to the (dare I say it?) predictable brand. It is by no means something that I would jump to get my hands on, but believe it deserves a shout.

This should hopefully have given you a taster for what Stockholm has to offer during its Fashion Week. I will continue to, in the next few days, highlight some more resident talents, and also introduce you to my favourite Swedish bloggers and editors.

XJ

IN.VOGUE.

2012-02-06T20:37:00.000+00:00

Emmanuelle Alt has really shown that Paris Vogue is going in a different direction..to re-launch their online presence the Vogue team and a select few models have shown us that the Devil Wears Prada editorial culture isn't all that it seems. I can't wait to see more of what they have to offer. What will the fash-mob be talking about at this seasons shows? Madame Alt.

XJ

Back in time for the NY

2012-02-05T20:28:00.000+00:00

A brief hello and message to say I'm back and will be taking you through the coming fashion weeks! Stay tuned..

BEST.OF.BEST

2011-09-26T22:38:00.000+01:00

Can't describe how right Christine Centenera and Emmanuelle Alt always get it at the shows. It's the kind of look that everyone tries to pull off, but still manage to look like they have tried nonetheless. First step- cut hair shorter and dye it brown.

X

images mixed- jak&jil, style.com

DELICATE.

2011-09-24T11:24:00.000+01:00

When i get married...I want a dress in this kind of style. I love the open back and bow detail, although i think i will have a slightly smaller bow (this one is almost toooo large). I love this colour as well, perfect for a wedding.

Have a nice day everyone, i'm going to stroll the streets of Paris, then meet up with a friend. Bonne Weekend!

x

Images Getty

THIS.IS.WHY

2011-09-23T23:08:00.002+01:00

Women go to fashion week...the models. Enough said.

Image from streetfsn

BACK.IN.TOWN

2011-09-23T23:06:00.000+01:00

This is what it is all about- crisp white and metallic details. It just seems like white details will be perfect to soften the coming cold, with shoes like these Wang's being a perfect companion (i wish i owned a pair).

I've moved to Paris now, 1 YEAR of Parisian chic (read learning how to be parisian chic) and can't wait to observe as much as i can.

Bisous X

Images via Tommy Ton for style.com

MORNING.

2011-08-29T06:50:00.000+01:00

Good morning rockstars! Up early (for my usual time frame) for my first day of work! These pics above are what inspire me at the moment. IF only I could get my hands on a Mary Katrantzou piece..

XX

Pics: jak&jil, stockholmstreetstyle

2011-08-28T14:11:00.000+01:00

Post blast now on its way.
I love this crisp white and blue combo. Anything white at the moment is something I'm feeling, i think it's a way of keeping summer close and delaying the inevitable move towards dark dark dark for autumn and winter.

I've just moved to Paris by the way! Start work tomorrow for an amazing company within the fashion world and am very excited for the year ahead. Will become much better at posting and hopefully give you some sneak peaks at my job. Although having signed a confidentiality agreement does not give much room for showing and telling!

pics: jak&jil

OLSEN.

2011-08-28T13:59:00.000+01:00

So sorry for lack of posts. I keep changing my opinion on as to whether i want to keep a blog. All the time and posts that have to be done and fitting it in with life. Giving it a go again.

Pics: Olsensanonymous

TUESDAY.MUSINGS

2011-07-05T22:06:00.000+01:00

Who would argue with eyes like that?

LOVE.LOVE.LOVE

I would train to be a hairdresser just so i could create something like this. Most days my hair is pulled into a pony tail due to lack of skill and that i get so fed up with having it in my face. Sorry for recent bad posting, been super busy and exhausted by the time i get home each night. Will be back on track soon though :)

pics: carolinesmode.com

BLAST.

2011-06-28T19:54:00.000+01:00

A blast of Olsen fashion this evening! The twins have a very wide spread allure within the fashion realm.

X

FLEETING.

2011-06-27T21:32:00.000+01:00

I think I probably have the most psychotic style cycle. I can literally sit and flick through Vogue and decide to base my autumn wardrobe around muted tones and knits, then the next second want to wear leather trousers, black and grey cashmere, tweed blazers, pretty dresses, and back to muted. This is of course what makes fashion so fun. It causes mayhem in my wardrobe, I endlessly try to colour code and organise the masses but endlessly FAIL! Anyone have any good wardrobe organisation tips?? I'm currently living away from home and my wardrobe consists of an extended clothes horse with far to many hangers squeezed on. It does not make life easy. Ha.

This editorial stars Shanay Hall and is shot by Seth Habal.

X

CAMPAIGNS.

2011-06-27T21:20:00.000+01:00

These are my favourite editorials that have come out now. Both quite different to each other, but both seem to appeal to me. I love Freja and Isabel Marant, a perfect pairing. And the Bally campaign has a polished elegance that is just the right amount of sleek and staged.

X

MONDAY.SUN

2011-06-27T07:20:00.000+01:00

Good morning! Woke up at 7am with sun beaming into my room! How nice. Off to work in a bit now, just have to eat. Today I'm wearing a new ACNE skirt which i'm in love with. U can't really tell the texture from the pics but it's like a mesh, sports woven finish. Will try get a better pic later to show. The top is just a basic vest from Topshop, think it adds to the 'sporty' look of the skirt. My only concern is... is the skirt tooo short for work? I guess I'm wearing it to the head office of its designer, but still? Pieces always come up a bit shorter on me.
Anyway- have a fab day everyone wherever you are! Oh with this i'll wear my prada pumps and Alexander Wang Rocco bag, and maybe a black blazer too.

X

ROCK.STAR

2011-06-26T22:34:00.000+01:00

If I had these beauties in my wardrobe, my life would be fulfilled. Allllllmost! But seriously, I really do believe they would make me happy, in a completely superficial and material manner. But hey- what's not to love about that??! WE can all have our dreams and not be shy about them.

X

THE.CITY

2011-06-20T21:07:00.000+01:00

Back in the city for another week of work! Must say that I LOVE this editorial in the May issue of Russian Tatler 2010. When I came across it I couldn't help but save it to my desktop. My favourite look is the last picture. Don't think I would be prepared to wear it out but in a hotel suite with a bottle of champagne a la Hana Soukupova in this shoot would be absolutely acceptable!

Today I have done a semi-raid at the sales that have started here in Stockholm, will show you the best bits in the next few days, I'm sure i'll be sporting them pretty soon!

X

images/tfs

REST.

2011-06-18T19:32:00.001+01:00

I am currently out resting at my summer house in the Swedish archepelago!am only on à iPad so i dont have access to all my images and desktop to LOAs anything! Will Findus some things soon enough though, bare with me!

X

CAROLINE.

2011-06-16T22:14:00.000+01:00

I absolutely love this shoot styled by Caroline Blomst!! Wish I could spend my days lounging around a pool in this manner.

X

Images/ carolinesmode

LARA.&.FRIDA

2011-06-16T19:31:00.000+01:00

Lara Stone & Frida Gustavsson by Peter Lindbergh for Vogue US July 2011

I must say, I really do enjoy browsing through editorials. Especially ones that can create a story and movement to the fashion. Especially fond of this one with Frida and Lara, separately they are formidable models, so put together and shot for US Vogue is a guaranteed success. The style of dress is personally not my favourite or what I would go for, but that's not important in this case! Just wanted to show you all some excellent photography and editorial.

images/ fashion gone rouge

HEY.YOU

2011-06-16T19:20:00.000+01:00

Apologies for not posting this morning, i was in such a rush getting ready! Today has been another long and busy day at ACNE HQ! Spent most of the day picking pieces from the AW11 collection that were requested by fashion editors and stylists to use in up-coming shoots. It's a lot of fun to be able to pick what I think will work, though believe me, there is large amounts of paper work that goes with it. As there are only a few (sometimes only one) of each style in the showroom, we have to keep track of where everything is at all times. This means filling out receipts to send with the pieces (so the stylists know what they have received and can check against the list when they send all the pieces back) and also adding/removing stylists from the database. So- there's paper references and electronic tracking of the collection, ain't no shortcuts here there aren't!

X

MALE.MODELS

2011-06-15T17:07:00.000+01:00

Arrived at work this morning at the usual time, though today i was faced with male models! Don't want to generalise here but....ALL male models are amazing. Today there were 3 swedish guys showing the ACNE SS12 Resort collection for buyers at the ACNE headquaters in Stockholm. Their changing area was in the showroom that i manage, safe to say i tried to spend as much time in there today as possible! The collection itself was very good, casual, tailored, and masculine. I was also working with head designer Jonny today as well in his office, sorting through magazines for inspiration boards for coming collections. Heavy and hot work!

I'm so hungry- going to make some Tacos for dinner, wihooo. Catch you later!

X

BLUE.

2011-06-15T07:14:00.000+01:00

Before i leave for work i thought i would share my favourite snaps. I'm obsessed with blue at the moment. Light, royal, dark, all shades are really catching my eye!

X

Can't remember where the pics are from.