Emerging Fervour

You might remember Tracey’s review of her Isabella Oliver reversible coat last year which was a staple in her wardrobe this winter and oh so needed! I’ve stumbled across Isabella Oliver quite some time ago and although known for their maternity wear, their 365 collection is a hidden gem!

Lovely fabrics, cuts and versatile garments make these investment pieces. So you can imagine how excited I was when I got to choose a piece from their current spring/summer 10 collection and with a maxi dress craze going on as well as the sun being out, I went for the ‘Rebecca Maxi Dress’.

Actually it wasn’t really my decision but Tracey’s as she convinced me to go with something different. I wouldn’t have chosen this shape or colour, I never thought I’d own something tangerine! But I’m glad I did and putting on the dress, I instantly felt amazing. The jersey material clings at the right places and feels unbelievably comfortable, I want to sleep in it!! It’s definitely going to come out many times as with most maxis you can dress them up or down, it’s the perfect piece for money conscious people (I know, I know… it doesn’t really count as a justification).

So for me all that is left is to wait for a tan and if you like the thought of a maxi dress, check out these lovely jersey dresses I’ve come across:

Some of you know Deborah as the beautiful-handbag designer behind Clements and the author of our ‘Secret Diary of a Handbag Designer‘ posts. Oh, and the one who designed our super hot logo. Fresh-faced and bronzed having just come back from her South African wedding, Deborah is all ready to brave the colder climate and show us her keep-warm Spring(ish!) wardrobe.

Vintage Suede Jacket ∨

^ Debs: “The 70′s suede jacket is my latest Ebay purchase. I’m really into suede and cant wait to work it into my wardrobe. The grey jumper top is actually a cardigan back to front, a great way to get more out of you wardrobe and get the new sweater jumper look”.

Stripe Jacket ∨

^ Debs: “Another daytimer outfit. My black and white striped jacket is my one of my favourites. It goes with lots of stuff and a subtle statement piece. I am a sucker for stripes but this is rather elegant as it’s made from a silk chiffon type fabric. I’m into white denims a lot again and they are a bit more stylish than normal jeans. The gold converse have that extra edge to the normal converse”.

Blue Cords ∨

^ Debs: “Most of my outfits are daytime weekend styles as I am a mother now – not much freedom for partying anymore! Now that spring is here I like to wear brighter colours and mixed with trench is classic and stylish addition and suits absolutely everything. I love the bright blue of the cords with softer warmer colours just to tone them down a notch”.

Oleg used to work with the girls and I at our old design agency. A bit of a ladies man, he charmed his way through us ladies and managed to win our hearts along the way. Never one to shy away from experimentation, Oleg’s style is definitely his own…now check out his favourite outfits…

Oleg: I saw these trousers on a guy at a bus stop and loved them immediately. Actually I loved them so much, I asked him where he got them from, and I generally don’t talk to strangers. The belt was a present from my girlfriend, and that’s the finest leather I ever had in my life. For the last year or so I’ve been having an affair with checked shirts, and I always buy them from one place – Esprit, they just feel right there. Great for casual wearing or work.

Ah the lovely Anna. The reason I got into Zara again was because of Anna and her amazing finds there. She used to work at my old design agency with me; a really quirky graphic designer, Anna also does a bit of fashion design on the side – check out her site www.annaparellada.com

I’ve always adored her style and the way she effortlessly pulls off all of her outfits so I just had to ask her to be my next wardrobe feature. Here is the lovely Anna and looks from her wardrobe.

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Anna: I love this outfit because it makes me feel so ¨Spanish¨. I wear it all the time in summer nights near the beach or in the city, is so easy to combine as it can be worn with flat gladiators during the day or with wedges at night. I just feel so me in it!

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