From the post-punk movement to a philanthropic eco-friendly agenda, Vivienne Westwood has become an icon of British fashion, creating unique and divisive pieces which carry her signature design in an effortlessly elegant way. We spotlight the designer and choose our favourite piece from AW16.
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Country Attire celebrate 10 Years of Style at Propertea Rooms
Country Attire celebrated 10 years of heritage at Propertea Rooms in Manchester and press and bloggers alike were invited to attend to preview the new AW16 collection. Key brands featured were Ted Baker, Barbour, Joules, Hunter and Vivienne Westwood.
My Bag Most Wanted AW Collection
We attended the latest event from My Bag to come and pick our Most Wanted pieces from the new collection. MyBag.com provides designer brands, offering bags, accessories and underwear to suit both men and women.
Jockey Skimmies Collection Review: Smooth and Sleek
Ensure your style stays sleek and refined with Jockey Skimmies Shorts collection. Read our full review to see what our editor made of the samples on offer.
10 All White Looks we Love
We’ve taken a look at the Instagram elite of all-white outfits, showing the best looks put together by bloggers and fashion enthusiasts across the globe. From holiday chilled to city slick stylish, we’ve picked across the board to give you the ultimate choice of #AllWhite goals.
Top Handbag Styles for Autumn 2016
STYLE etc. has rounded up the top picks from the high street to give you our favourite autumn 2016 bags in all shapes and sizes. Our range of bags cover all styles including Clutch Bags, Backpacks, Tote Bags and Shoulder Bags, fit for day-to-day and evenings out. Our picks cover covetable brands such as House of Fraser, Debenhams, Accessorize, Furla and more, priced from £20 to £380.
Harry Potter Fashion Accessories
We have our tickets to view the play in London (a few months away so no spoilers) so in anticipation of the renowned play which has had excellent reviews so far, we have put together a list of Harry Potter inspired pieces which are a must have for any die hard Potterhead.
Top 11 Mermaid Accessory Items
From the iridescent finishing to the fun shaped structure, we all need some Mermaid Accessory Items in our lives, providing ultimate envy and pure goals to make your friends wonder where you found such covetable pieces.
Bench x Rudimental AW16 Campaign
Following on from the success of Bench’s SS16 capsule collection with Jess Glynne, Brit award winners Rudimental have partnered with the iconic casualwear label as their new ambassadors.
Trend Report: Embroidery has made a fashion comeback for 2016
The devil is in the detail for many high street collections this season with embroidery becoming one of the hottest breakout fashion trends for 2016. From folk-inspired blouses to cool girl denim and statement bomber jackets, we’re here to talk you through fashion’s favourite new trend and our must-have embroidered pieces from the high street.
Glamorous teams up with Look Magazine for bespoke collection #LookxGlamorous
When a popular fashion brand teams up with an authoritarian voice on style to create a bespoke collection, you just know the results will be desirable, which is exactly what we discovered at the #LookxGlamorous event this week, a collaboration of Glamorous and Look Magazine.
Throwback Fashion: Power Dressing for the Office today
In the recurring wheel of fashion Power Dressing has staked a claim in modern attire, showing true in the current SS16 collections for esteemed brands across Europe. We’ve taken a look at the new wave of fashion throwbacks and pulled out our favourite pieces to successfully achieve the look, ensuring you nail that pitch, bag that promotion and outplay your male adversaries.
Vogue 100: A Century of Fashion comes to Manchester Art Gallery
Perhaps, the world’s most famous and influential fashion magazine, Vogue has been documented in all its wonder for spectators to view (for free) at the Manchester Art Gallery. Running from 24th June – 30th October 2016, the show collates past images featured in Vogue, set out in a timeline to take visitors back through history. To discover more into the publications past on my own doorstep was an opportunity which could not be passed up, so naturally STYLEetc. simply had to attend the recent press preview.
The New Shape: Body Ambassadors for the Social Media Age
Content Editor Katie Hayward discusses the new wave of social media influencers and what that means for body role models. “As someone who has been a size 16 for the majority of my adult life, I am finally witnessing my size being reflected on models in the fashion industry. Being above a…
Why the Robyn Saddle Bag is our Stow Must Have Accessory
The Saddle bag is the must-have sartorial staple of the season. Crafted from the finest buttersoft leather, Stow’s bags and accessories uphold reputation, determined to outlast seasonal trends and become a seasoned addition to your collection over time which is why the Stow Robyn Saddle Bag is our new lust have accessory.
& Other Stories to open store this Friday in Manchester
& Other Stories has racked up a loyal following since its establishment in 2013, with it’s Manchester store eagerly anticipated to open soon. The official opening will be taking place on Friday 17th June on Exchange Street in the City Centre and promises the first fifty shoppers through the door at 12 noon will receive a goody bag.
Fun Festive Fashion
Take a look at our top festive fashion pieces for a fun filled Christmas day, with everything from xmas print socks to classic jumpers
Manchester Fashion Industry AW Party
As we descend into winter, its time for Manchester Fashion Industry to throw another party! Last time we saw the ‘Blue Hues’ take over the city, with everyone from our editorial team to, Hollyoaks star Georgie Porter and reality TV favourites Chantelle Tagoe and Magali Gorre from The Real Housewives of Cheshire and…
PrettyLittleThing x Lucy Mecklenburgh Collection
As fashion collaborations go, PrettyLittleThing x Lucy Mecklenburgh has it all! From sparkly party dresses, to feathered tops and lace jumpsuits, there is something for everyone! You’ll be spoilt for choice! And whats even better is that the entire collection is under £30! Here are our top 10 pieces from the new range….
Taylor Morris SS16 Collection
November 1st marks the release of Taylor Morris Eyewear’s SS16 collection; the 4th and latest collection since their launch 2 years ago.