London Fashion & Music

Interview: DJ GSP - Return to Gravity!

2011-05-25T22:42:00.002+01:00

DJ GSP in action last month at Gravity.

Last month DJ GSP wowed the crowd at Fire in Vauxhall. He is now back again this month to give his new fans another dose of uplifting house music!

I absolutely love your sound. How did you get into House music?

I started dj-ing when I was still a kid at home. I experimented by mixing various genres of music. House music won me over because it can be very simple to really complicated, something that makes it so unique.

Is there anyone who influences you? Who? Why?

What influences me the most is anyone that goes out clubbing. What I see on the dancefloor is what inspires me for the next track I'll mix. This means that not only new tracks have to be played, but what will make the crowd go crazy. Of course I have some favourite DJs and producers who's sound influences me, but they come second.

Is there anywhere you haven't played yet that you would love to?

Ibiza. It's a dream that hasn't come true yet, but hopefully will!

During the last Bank Holiday you were The Special Guest DJ at Sylvia Rebel's GRAVITY at Fire in Vauxhall. Now you're playing there again. How does that feel?

It was a big step for me. I was so excited but also so nervous. I have received so much support by my friends and the London clubbers that I couldn't have achieved anything without them. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart.

You're from Greece and DJ there, what is it about the party crowd in London that keeps you wanting to come back?

The party crowd in London can receive and appreciate what I give them and that makes me become better and better. My job is not only to play music on some decks, but inspire people to dance and have a great time.

You can check out all the latest podcasts from DJ GSP at http://djgsp.podomatic.com and catch him live at Gravity @ Fire in London on Thursday 26th May AND Thursday 2nd June.

Gravity @ Fire
South Lambeth Road,
Vauxhall, London

Paris, Je t'aime

2011-04-07T15:24:00.001+01:00

A couple of weeks ago I went to Paris for the day with a friend. I was SO surprised to learn that it was quicker for me to go to Paris than it is for me to go Birmingham to see my family from London... Looks like I'm going to start going to Paris more often :)

It was my first time in Pa-ree, and I was so excited to see the Eiffel Tower :)

Alan K Clip from Beyond

2011-04-07T15:06:00.000+01:00

Here's a snippet of the amazing Alan K at Beyond at Area.

BEYOND at AREA

2011-04-07T14:56:00.000+01:00

Check out this amazing footage of Alan K's last set at BEYOND, Area Nightclub in Vauxhall, London. One of the best parties on a Sunday morning :)

Amazing!

And if you look closely, you can even spot me and my friends dancing away! :)

Photo Shoot

2011-03-10T01:09:00.002Z

No night out is complete for me without a couple of "let's take pictures, I feel like a model" photographs... These are thanks to Mr Luke Marshall...

Myself and Lois

Ooh, arty!

I ♥ My Hat...

2011-03-10T01:04:00.000Z

The WE Party: WE Paparazzi - 26th Feb 2011

Good to know a friend of mine can be extremely trashed on a Saturday night and still take a fabulous picture of me in my fabulous hat where you can't see my face. 10/10.

Alan K's Last Ever DJ Set...

2011-03-10T00:45:00.001Z

.... I think EVERY ONE needs to be there... That is all.

Sunday 13th March, Beyond Wonderland at Area, Vauxhall

BOY!

2011-03-10T00:36:00.000Z

Boy London has become a MUST in my wardrobe.

I NEED these in my life:

Sylvia Rebel presents...Gravity Gone Bad

2011-03-10T00:18:00.002Z

Last Thursday saw London's best mid-week party Gravity turn bad...

Fire Nightclub was transformed in to a ghetto fabulous wasteland with graffiti and urban decor complete with a team of professional street dancers.

(From left-right) Luke Marshall, Kaz Johnson, Dane Williams Bates and Promoter Sylvia Rebel

I was given the opportunity to style dancer Luke Marshall for the evening...

Don't miss the next performance from these boys coming soon....

I ♥ Over-The-Top Make Up!

2011-01-28T16:31:00.000Z

I ♥ make up and I love going absolutely crazy with it!

I've come across an amazing Theatre/ Experimental/ Drag Make Up artist, Jae Pii Goldie :) Here are some images of his amazing work!

I can't stop listening to... DJ Alan K

2011-01-27T02:07:00.003Z

I ♥ Alan K and love ALL his podcasts... but for the past week I've been a little too obsessed with this one..... Enjoy :)

Listen to the rest of his podcasts here.

I ♥ Photo Shoots

2011-01-27T01:57:00.000Z

Frankie

Harry

Sandy

Me by Robert Morrison

2011-01-27T01:53:00.002Z

Jaguar Cars

2011-01-14T00:55:00.001Z

My first job of 2011 was assisting stylist, Sophie Lopez on a commercial for Jaguar Cars. A very nice and easy job to ease my way into 2011... it involved dressing 5 male models in lovely tailored suits on Savile Row.

Watch this space for the commercial.

In the meantime, here are a couple of pictures from behind the scenes...

2011

2011-01-14T00:41:00.003Z

Sarm Studio, Notting Hill

2010-12-09T01:45:00.001Z

Sarm Studio 2, Notting Hill

This is the fabulous studio I spent this morning in assisting stylist, Janine Jauvel with the fitting with Shingai from The Noisettes ahead of their show next Tuesday...

Celebrity Spot of the Day

2010-12-07T14:59:00.004Z

While wondering around on my lunch break, I spotted BILL NIGHY =)

I love him, especially in Love, Actually!

From Heaven to Desire

2010-12-06T17:25:00.002Z

Last Monday night saw me venturing out after a month of nights in, detoxing and saving money for Christmas. I hadn’t been out since Halloween weekend, and I had promised myself a detox until Monday 29^th November - The date had been scribbled into my diary for weeks, and I just couldn't wait!

Popcorn - The Red and White Charity Ball in aid of the Elton John AIDS foundation at Heaven. For this occasion, two of my favourite House DJ’s were to perform back to back; DJ Alan K and DJ Jamie Hammond with percussionist David H playing live alongside them. After a whole month away from the House Music Scene, I was counting the hours, minutes then seconds until I could hear the uplifting beats making my heart beat faster and forcing my feet to move along to the dance-floor, where I would stay until the lights came on!

As soon as the clock struck 1am, the main dance-floor at Heaven seemed to miraculously fill up in a second as Alan K took to the stage and seemed to get fuller and fuller as Jamie Hammond joined him at 2am. There were also some amazing dancers to keep us entertained! The night was truly fabulous, and I had an amazing time!

In fact, I was having such a good time, I didn’t want the night to end.

Grabbing percussionist David H, I headed to one place where I knew the party was just getting started...

Vauxhall.

DJ Steven Geller launched a great new night at Union in November, Desire – The Popcorn Afterparty – and I’ve been dying to go! Launched at the beginning of November, Desire @ Union is getting bigger and bigger, and after being there last Tuesday morning, I can see why. Steven was amazing and the atmosphere was buzzing! David H even made a guest appearance =)

Check out the footage from Desire @ Union on Tuesday 30^th November 2010.

So, if you're up for going out tonight, but not sure where to go... I suggest starting off at Heaven and ending the night at Union... it's definitely the way forward... =)

New Look, New Blog

2010-12-06T15:23:00.001Z

I started my blog quite a while ago, and I LOVED updating it and adding new posts. However, in the past year I seem to have neglected my love of writing! However, after giving my blog a bit of a make over, I have decided to get back into it, and write about all the things I love in the world of fashion and music...

Sandy x

Teenage Cancer Trust: SUEDE

2010-04-13T14:46:00.002+01:00

On March 24th, Brit pop legends, Suede, reformed for an amazing show at The Royal Albert Hall in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust.

Brett Anderson, Mat Osman, Simon Gilbert, Richard Oakes and Neil Codling reunited for the first time in almost a decade...and I got the pleasure of styling the band for the show!

I would like to thank Lanvin and Diesel =)

Below are pictures taken by Paul Khera.

Radio 1 - Live Lounge... Ellie Goulding

2010-02-25T00:56:00.003Z

On Tuesday 23rd February 2010, Ellie Goulding went into Radio 1's Live Lounge and sang a beautiful version of Temper Trap's Sweet Disposition. I can't stop listening to it....
Click here to listen.

Watch out for... Nicholas Hoult

2010-02-17T16:03:00.000Z

Nicholas Hoult

(Photo by Dave Bennett)

I think Nicholas Hoult is lovely! Best known for his role as Marcus in About A Boy and Tony in Skins, he can now be seen alongside Colin Firth in A Single Man. Definitely one to look out for!

PlayStation 3 Launch Heavy Rain

2010-02-17T15:47:00.006Z

On Monday 15th February, Sony PlayStation 3 launched their new game, Heavy Rain. Many stars turned up to The Electric cinema to watch a short film by Neil LaBute followed by a discussion with the director himself, BAFTA nominated actor Nicholas Hoult and director Nic Roeg moderated by Hamish McAlpine.

Hamish McAlpine, Neil LaBute, Nicholas Hoult & Nic Roeg

(Photo by Dave Bennett)

Heavy Rain is a dark, immersive and emotionally engaging experience created by David Cage - asking the question: How far would you go for love? Heavy Rain is available from February 26th.

Guests included Chrissie Hynde, Nick Moran and Lindsay Lohan!

Chrissie Hynde

(Photo by Dave Bennett)

Lindsay Lohan

(Photo by Dave Bennett)

Florence Welch & Dizzee Rascal - Brits 2010

2010-02-17T14:28:00.002Z

I absolutely LOVE Florence Welch! THIS is amazing!

RIP McQueen

2010-02-17T11:24:00.000Z

Lee Alexander McQueen

(1969-2010)

Thursday 11th February 2010 was a sad fay for fashion. British fashion designer Alexander McQueen was found dead in his Mayfair house just ahead of fashion week and the day before his mothers funeral, who died just 9 days earlier. It is reported he was found after hanging himself.

RIP McQueen...

I'm listening to... Mt Eden - Sierra Leone

2010-01-26T17:18:00.001Z

For a while now, I've been listening to Mt Eden - Jesse Cooper, a dubstep producer from New Zealand, and if you haven't been listening to his remixed tracks already, then you definitely should. My favourite is Sierra Leone...enjoy! Click here to listen.

Kings of Leon partner with Surface to Air

2010-01-15T21:10:00.000Z

Rock band Kings of Leon have partnered with French fashion house Surface to Air to create a limited-edition clothing collection S2A x KOL.

The 12-piece collection includes skinny fit jeans, checked shirts and leather jackets - all based on the signature look of the band.

The collection is stocked exclusively at The Shop at Bluebird in London from January 28th!

Are You Being Served?

2010-01-11T11:13:00.002Z

On Wednesday 6th January 2010 I assisted Angela Barnard on a shoot for The Mail on Sunday, styling close friends of Wendy Richards, who died of cancer last year. It was in aid of re-creating Are You Being Served? for a picture to promote a charity sale for the Lady Taverners. Hundreds of outfits and accessories Wendy collected over the years will be on sale - some of which can be seen in the picture below.

The old cast were replaced by Colin Salmon as Captain Peacock, Natalie Cassidy as Miss Brahms, Fern Britton as Mrs Slocombe, Ricky Groves as Mr Humphries, James Alexandrou as Mr Lucas, Derren Litten as Mr Grainger and the original cast member Nicholas Smith returned as Mr Rumbold.

To read the whole article in The Mail on Sunday, click here.

You Are Being Served... Again takes place at Selfridges in Oxford Street on January 19. Visit www.selfridges.com or call 0800 123 400 for further details.

Sex and the City 2

2009-12-10T16:14:00.000Z

I'm too excited.... there are NO words! I [heart] Carrie!

Music... She & Him

2009-12-07T22:13:00.005Z

I was having my daily nosey at Waste Your Youth earlier today and came across a post my friend Matthew Oakley had put up about Zooey Deschanel's musical project, She & Him, where she teams up with M. Ward.

I didn't know she had released an album, so I listened to some of their songs, and I think they're great!

Click here to hear them sing You Really Got A Hold On Me on MTV Canada. I love it...

Stocking Fillers! - Molton Brown

2009-12-07T13:21:00.001Z

These cute limited edition air constellations from Molton Brown are great as little stocking fillers. The little box of delights contain seven individual air lights with a unique blend of pure essential oils. Enjoy the different scents including white mulberry, rose granati, wild indigo and naran ji.

They're available to buy now from Molton Brown £59

Louboutin Barbie!

2009-12-04T17:09:00.001Z

Check out this limited-edition Barbie... who's had a major makeover! Thanks to Christian Louboutin, Barbie has been transformed into a fierce fashionista with auburn hair and a skin tight leather cat suit!

The most exciting thing about this hot collaboration is - of course - the shoes!

Barbie comes complete with four pairs of mini red-soled shoes - the complete replica of the real life shoes - with their very own shoe boxes to be kept safe in!

Buy your Louboutin Barbie here from net-a-porter, £100.

Christmas Wish List...! Bags of Sparkle

2009-12-04T11:47:00.000Z

Bags of Sparkle have some amazing designer inspired accessories at affordable prices.

I love this zip flower and beads bracelet £16

Click here to see more amazing accessories.

Penelope Cruz - Nine Premiere

2009-12-04T11:01:00.002Z

Look at how amazing Penelope Cruz looked last night in London's Leicester Square at the Premiere of her new movie, Nine, wearing a gorgeous Ralph Lauren dress.

Music... Bon Iver

2009-12-03T21:47:00.000Z

My sisters introduced me to Bon Iver, an American indie folk singer-songwriter Justin Vernon's current music project quite a while ago. They told me that I would love all the songs and they were right. I really do.

Justin Vernon released the debut album For Emma, Forever Ago in 2007 independently. It's such an amazing album and I think everyone should give it a listen!

Here's one of my favourites off the album - Skinny Love.

I can NOT wait for... Alice in Wonderland!

2009-12-03T01:19:00.000Z

I absolutely can not wait to see the eagerly anticipated Alice in Wonderland directed by Tim Burton next year.

I can't believe he hasn't recreated this film already.... it seems perfect for him! Expect some amazing visuals!

Johnny Depp looks amazingly freaky and wonderful as the Mad Hatter!

The film is due for release in the UK on March 5th. Exciting times!

Click to watch trailer!

I [heart] Natasha Khan

2009-12-01T22:31:00.002Z

I absolutely love Bat For Lashes and Natasha Khan is beautiful and always looks amazing!

I love her.

McCartney & Morrissey Collaborate!

2009-12-01T20:08:00.004Z

Stella McCartney Morrissey

Designer Stella McCartney and former Smiths singer Morrissey are joining forces to design a range of leather-free shoes!

Stella McCartney told The Daily Mail that they are in the early stages but hopes they will be in stores next year.

Christmas Wish List!... Talullah Tu

2009-12-01T19:40:00.004Z

Statement necklaces were all over the catwalk for Winter 2009, from Louis Vuitton, Lanvin to Dolce & Gabbana and Dries Van Noten.

I love this multi chain and crystal necklace from Talullah Tu, and would love whoever gets me one for Christmas even more =)

It's available to buy at www.talullahtu.co.uk and costs only £30!

New Faces... ESPRIT - Daisy Lowe & Julia Restoin-Roitfeld

2009-12-01T17:31:00.002Z

Daisy Lowe and Julia Restoin-Roitfeld, the daughter of the Editor of French Vogue, Carine Roitfeld, will be the new faces of Esprit's S/S2010 range.

Exciting!

CLIENT

2009-12-01T16:06:00.003Z

Client is a new fashion label from Kate Holmes, founder of the electroclash band of the same name.

She has created a capsule collection of classic easy to wear pieces with a hint of edgy sensuality. The pieces are designed for each wearer to customise with their own accessories and existing wardrobe, whether with designer pieces, high street or vintage finds!

Shop at www.clientlondon.com

Thom Yorke...can do no wrong... in my eyes

2009-11-30T22:14:00.001Z

I absolutely love Thom Yorke... and I absolutely love Hearing Damage, which is used in the Soundtrack to New Moon.

Click here to listen to this fantastic song!

Ssh! ... Secret early Christmas Present!

2009-11-30T20:50:00.011Z

I got given an early Christmas/ Leaving present last week.... It's a Little Something from JimmyJane, a company that enjoys an A-List following, from Kate Moss to Dita Von Teese to Teri Hatcher.

My gift included Natural Massage Oils and Candle, A pink Silk and Suede Blindfold and a 24 carat gold vibrator!!

Why not treat your loved one to an amazing limited-edition collection designed by co-creator of virtual band Gorillaz , Jamie Hewlett.

There are 6 different characters to choose from costing $275 each... or you can buy the whole collection for $1,650.

Click here to see what other sexy surprises you can buy!

Check Out... Waste Your Youth

2009-11-30T16:24:00.006Z

If you're bored at work and want to waste your time... Check out Waste Your Youth , a blog written by Matthew Oakley with contributions from Alex 'Moff' Gordon

I found it hilarious! Click here to follow them on Twitter!

Music... Automatic Loveletter

2009-11-30T16:10:00.000Z

I'm totally loving American rock band Automatic Loveletter right now.

Click here to listen to the song I've been loving by them called Hush.

Chari-dee : The Special Yoga Centre

2009-11-30T15:36:00.006Z

The Special Yoga Centre is a fantastic yoga centre, not only for adults, but for children too. The centre holds classes for children with special needs, and many of the children that attend have been known to feel more relaxed and are able to enjoy a fun activity with their parents.

On November 12th, The Special Yoga Centre held a special Charity Auction hosted by committee member, Gaby Roslin and British comedian Simon Day, with guests including actor Craig Kelly , presenter George Clarke and fashion photographer Matthew Donaldson .

The auction offered many amazing prizes, and with fabulous cocktails being served all evening, it led to some amazing offers...and also led to whole new ‘prizes’ being made up on the night, like Simon Day selling himself to cook dinner and tell jokes for the evening for £1,200!

Other lucky winners won prizes including George Clarke from the Home Show to redesign your house for £5000 and Liam Gallagher’s guitar went for £3000.

Overall, the night was a huge success! £40,000 was made on the night!

This registered charity needs £250,000 per year to support the work they do. Every bit helps. Click here to go to the website to find out more information.

Photograph taken by Mike Tsang

Stocking Fillers! - Intelligent Nutrients

2009-11-30T14:54:00.001Z

Shockingly, it's December 1st tomorrow! The year has flown by!

To get into the Christmas Spirit, I will be sharing fabulous stocking filler ideas with you all!

For all you green-living people out there, Intelligent Nutrients is a fabulous new award-winning beauty brand from Aveda founder Horst Rechelbacher. He has created seven masterfully blended plant active aromas - all USDA certified organic -- each created from plant-derived, organically-grown food grade aromas and ingredients. His aromas range from Make Love Seductive to add a bit of romance in to your life, to feeding your mind with a bit of Focus and winding down with Inner Calm.

They are £45 each and are available to buy online at Intelligent Nutrients

500 Days of Summer

2009-11-26T22:38:00.001Z

I finally watched 500 Days of Summer starring Zooey Deschanel and Joseph Gordon-Levitt.

I absolutely LOVE this film and the Soundtrack is amazing, including songs from The Smiths, Simon and Garfunkel, Daryl Hall and John Oates, Doves, Regina Spektor and Feist!

Watch it! =)

Music... Lykke Li

2009-11-26T13:08:00.001Z

Ever since I heard Lykke Li's cover of my favourite Kings of Leon song, Knocked Up, I’ve been a huge fan! I LOVE the original version, however, Lykke Li's version is also just as beautiful but different.

The 23 year old from Sweden, has such a sweet, angelic voice and has been increasingly popular with indie music fans. She released her first album Youth Novels in the UK on June 9th 2008.

Most recently, she has contributed an amazingly beautiful song for the Twilight Saga: New Moon soundtrack. After Lykke Li was asked to contribute she wasn’t sure if she wanted to write a song, however, once she saw an early screening of the film, she wrote Possibility especially for it – and it fits extremely well in one of my most favourite scenes from the film.

I would recommend her album, Youth Novels, to everyone! Buy it now!

New Moon is out in cinemas across the world now (as if you didn’t know!) and the official soundtrack is also available to buy.

RIP Luella

2009-11-13T16:15:00.000Z

For fashionistas everywhere, it's devastating news. Luella Bartley has announced her label are ceasing trading.

Her amazing looks from Spring/ Summer 2010 (Scroll down to see some of the amazing pieces) will most likely not be made...

Kimberley Walsh in Cosmopolitan UK (Dec Issue)

2009-11-13T15:37:00.001Z

As promised, here is the beautiful image of Girls Aloud star, Kimberley Walsh in this months Cosmopolitan magazine.

Kimberley is wearing a beautiful 3.1 Phillip Lim dress.

Styled by Angela Barnard , Assisted by me.

Cosmopolitan Shoot... Boys in Suits

2009-11-13T12:01:00.001Z

I assisted the lovely stylist, Angela Barnard on a feature shoot for Cosmopolitan UK not long ago.

Check out the boys looking great in amazing suits!

The issue is out now!

Demistache sponsor Movember!

2009-11-11T17:42:00.000Z

Movember is a global campaign that encourages men to grow moustaches during the month of November to raise awareness and funds for men’s health issues such as prostate and testicular cancer.

Demistache, a collection of moustache-inspired jewellery designed by Rachael White, will be sponsoring Movember by donating $8 from the sale of any Urban Demistache purchased from November 1st until January 1st 2010 at www.demitassejewelry.com

“Demistache is more than a fashion statement, it is an emblem of strength and we are proud that we can utilise our moustache desgins to help Movember raise much-needed awareness and funds for the cancers that affect men. Demistache designs are a way for both men and women to help show their support of this campaign” - Rachael White.

The collection is fabulous, featuring a chic moustache made in rose, brass, gunmetal and silver and are hung on a ball chain or black, pearl, smoky quartz or garnet rosary beads. Prices range from $38 to $98 and are available to buy at www.demitassejewelry.com

For more information on Movember, go to www.movember.com

Designs By Mairead

2009-11-11T15:19:00.000Z

I have always been interested in psychics. I may not have had the courage to go to one yet (slightly afraid of hearing something I don’t want to), but I know some friends and family members who see one all the time!

Instead of having my future told, I’ve found some amazing pieces of jewellery from a psychic turned jewellery designer, Mairead. She is a naturally gifted psychic and healer who has devoted many years to working with healing energies and has over 11 years experience as a powerful healer and clairvoyant.

As a child she was always fascinated with beads and crystals, and has now integrated her healing and psychic energy work within the jewellery crafting process by channeling powerful healing and abundance into each piece of jewellery she makes. The gemstones natural energy vibration is enhanced to bring about positive and increased energy for the wearer.

Fans include Jemma Kidd, who is often seen out wearing the delicate pieces.

I’m a huge fan of Mairead’s new design, The Alchemy. It’s a beautiful piece. The necklace is extra long and delicately made with 18ct gold and precious multi Tourmaline in a rainbow of colours and beautiful sky blue Topaz gems. You can also detach a section to create a smaller necklace and bracelet, or separate the two necklaces to wear both together with one laying just beneath the other and even spiral the long chain around your wrist or ankle!

The Alchemy is available to buy on Designs By Mairead for £465

Alice Temperley partners with Amnesty

2009-11-10T18:21:00.006Z

Alice Temperley has partnered with the human rights organisation, Amnesty International , to a create a gorgeous scented candle to mark Human Rights Day on December 10th.

Alice Temperley is a long-time Amnesty supporter, and says:

“I am thrilled to be working with Amnesty International again, producing a candle for this Christmas. The symbol of the candle highlights perfectly the hope that Amnesty gives to so many people around the world by improving human rights. I am very pleased to be helping to spread this message and hope many people will support the cause.”

The limited-edition candle will be available soon at Selfridges, Temperley London boutique and online at www.temperleylondon.com and the Amnesty online shop at www.amnestyshop.org.uk for £35.

Hartfelt Designs - Cushions with Hart

2009-11-10T14:34:00.003Z

Annie Hart, the creative mind behind Hartfelt Design has developed a fabulous application technique to create eco-friendly cushions. Not only do they come in a variety of designs and colours but they are super soft and are made using 100% recycled plastic bottles!

Hart has made sure every aspect of this cushion is eco-friendly – either recycled or Soil Association approved - with the removable inner made from organic cotton and stuffed with recycled filling.

Hartfelt Design has partnered with charity Friends of the Earth , donating £1 of every cushion purchased.

These fabulous cushions are fun and quirky and come in brilliant designs, with the option of designing your own! They’re perfect for gifts and adding a bit of hart into your home!

They’re available to buy on www.hartfeltdesign.com and cost from £40.

Forever 21... Favourites!

2009-11-09T22:14:00.000Z

Forever 21 is my American Primark. I can't walk past one without popping in and purchasing just a little something for a bargain price for the thrill of having something new...and there's ALWAYS something in there I want!

On Sunday, I bought this super cute t-shirt! I love it! The print is cute and it would look great worn casually with leggings - I made sure to buy a size up as I love my t-shirts to be loose and comfy - or you can even dress it up with tight jeans and heels.

The t-shirt is available in stores now for $14.80, and for people not in the US, Forever 21 are now delivering to the UK, woo! =)

Dr Leslie Stevens

2009-11-09T21:32:00.002Z

I had the pleasure of meeting Hollywood's leading plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Dr Leslie Stevens a week ago.

He's done work on many celebrities, most famously Sharon Osbourne. He refused to do anything on me right now (I had a huge list of things I would like done...), however, in 20 years time I would like him to be the one making me look young!

Empire State of Mind

2009-11-09T21:06:00.003Z

Since coming back to the UK after spending 3 months in New York in mid April 2009, I've been dying to go back! So I did on Thursday night.... just in time to go to the Yankee Parade on Friday!

The crowd was crazy - there were SO many people, and being...petite... I couldn't see a thing...so I headed to a bar with my 3 new best friends of the day that I randomly made who (very) easily persuaded me to join them at the parade!

From the comfort of a rather packed bar and a bottle of beer (yes, beer) I watched the parade on TV =)

The theme tune of the day was inevitably Jay Z and Alicia Keys, Empire State of Mind. It was thrilling hearing the whole crowd in the streets and bars break out into the catchy chorus...and at the end of the parade, Jay Z sang the song live for us!

Click here to listen to Jay Z and Alicia Keys - Empire State of Mind.

CRED Jewellery: Sophie Harley

2009-11-03T15:20:00.005Z

CRED Jewellery, a fair trade jeweller has launched it's brand new website today. The beautiful CRED jewellery is made from recycled silver and ethical and fair-trade 18ct gold and platinum.

There are some beautiful pieces on the website. I particularly love this Kolibri Multi drop pendant, £3,600 designed by Sophie Harley. It's made from 18ct Yellow Gold and is beautifully accented with stunning amethyst, teal sapphire and fine natural ruby.

Click here to view other amazing pieces!

The Clinton Foundation

2009-11-03T13:11:00.001Z

On Friday 30th October, I was given the opportunity to attend a reception to support former US President Bill Clinton's foundation at The Dorchester, Park Lane.

He was very inspiring speaking about how to turn ideas into action and treating HIV, Aids and Malaria, telling us stories of people he'd met along the way and how they touched him and motivated him to work on the Clinton Foundation.

I feel extremely privileged to have heard his speech.

Click here for more information on his charity.

Rimmel London... New faces!

2009-10-17T00:06:00.000+01:00

Georgia May Jagger and Coca Rocha have been announced as the new faces of beauty brand, Rimmel London.

The pair join the amazing Kate Moss, Lily Cole and Sophie Ellis Bextor as icons for the brand. They will start appearing in campaigns from next year...

Wish List! ... Ben Amun Pearls!

2009-10-14T00:45:00.005+01:00

I love necklaces. I love pearls. I love crystals. So it comes as no surprise that I absolutely love this vintage looking glass pearl and Austrian crystal necklace from Ben Amun Jewelry by Isaac Manevitz.

Egyptian-born designer, Isaac Manevitz, works with fine, unusual materials to create his unique designs that never disappoint.

This stunning piece of jewelry costs $205 and is available to buy online here.

BILL - The New Vamp to Lust Over!

2009-10-14T00:14:00.000+01:00

Some people may tell you that I am going through a huge Vampire obsession right now... don't worry, part of me is just hoping it's a phase....

First Edward Cullen from Twilight took hold of my heart....and now, Bill Compton from very-adult-TV show, True Blood has got me lusting over him!

America are now on the second season, whereas we, in the UK, are so behind with only the first episode having been aired on Channel 4. The second will be aired on Wednesday 14th, 10pm.

I highly recommend reading the Southern Vampire Mysteries that True Blood is based on, written by Charlaine Harris. Stephanie Meyer's Twilight saga was definately great to read...but aimed at a young crowd. The Southern Vampire Mysteries are very much more grown up...and will no doubtedly have you blushing while reading on your commute to work...but they're so hard to put down!

Watch out for... Kimberley in Cosmo UK

2009-10-13T23:50:00.001+01:00

On Monday 12th October, I assisted the fabulous Angela Barnard who was styling Girls Aloud star Kimberley Walsh for Cosmopolitan magazine.

I will let you all know when the issue featuring the shoot will be out, so keep your eyes peeled!

In the mean time, the November Issue featuring Christina Aguilera on the cover is out now...

ELLE: Cheryl Cole

2009-10-10T00:04:00.003+01:00

Cheryl Cole looks AMAZING in the new issue of ELLE. Wanting to show off her natural beauty, accessories were kept minimal with her wearing no jewellery at all.

Fashion Director of ELLE, Anne Marie Curtis, explains that Cheryl "has these amazing tattoos, so that was like the jewellery on the shoot". Stunning!

The new issue is out now!

Music... The Raveonettes

2009-10-09T23:36:00.000+01:00

Danish rock duo, The Raveonettes, have been making wonderfully beautiful music characterised by two part vocal harmonies and electric guitar for years!

I had my ipod on a random shuffle the other day and With My Eyes Closed came on. It's such a beautiful song and I felt the need to tell you all about it and to listen to it!

Click here, close your eyes, and listen...

Their new album, In and Out of Control is out now! Click here to buy from Amazon.

Yes or No? ... McQueen's 12 inch

2009-10-08T00:46:00.003+01:00

Well, well... Alexander McQueen never fails to surprise us when it comes to his shows at Fashion Week...

For the Spring/ Summer 2010 collection, his theme was Charles Darwin's The Origin of Species. McQueen brings us 12" heels that look more like hooves than shoes...and just looking at the pictures of the models wearing them make my feet hurt!

The designs do, however, look stunning - a work of art! But, would you be seen wearing these? Yes or No?

Cinderella Me!

2009-10-08T00:27:00.003+01:00

Fashionable women understand the importance of accessorising their outfits to create a real impact.

Alexandra, Founder & Director of Cinderella Me

Shoes are, without a doubt, one of the most important accessory to make an outfit complete. How great would it be if you could wear a different pair of designer shoes EVERY week without breaking your bank balance? A dream come true!

Alexandra, the Founder & Director of Cinderella Me, has come up with the fantastic idea of hiring out designer shoes! All you need to do is become a member for just £9.95 a month and hire away! The weekly hire price is around £80, a tiny fraction of the actual retail price!

If you're a little worried about hygiene... then don't worry! Alexandra uses UV-C light which sanitises, sterilises and disinfects killing 99.9% of germs, viruses and bacteria!

Designer Love: Burberry S/S 2010

2009-10-07T16:02:00.028+01:00

London Fashion Week welcomed back Burberry from Milan with open arms; and Burberry couldn’t have ended London’s Fashion Week any better.

Burberry, established in 1856, has come a long way since the days they offered England a comfortable yet waterproof fabric for riding, shooting and other country pursuits!

Burberry are most famous for the Trench Coat, which was invented in 1914 after they were asked to adapt a design for practical wear by WWI officers in the trenches. The likes of Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s made trenchcoats look unforgettably chic... Well, Audrey Hepburn could make anything look chic...even soaking wet in the rain!

Creative Director, Christopher Bailey, has created a Spring/Summer 2010 collection aimed at the young – keeping the brand modern and trendy.

The front row of the last show in London was occupied by glamourous fashionistas – Face of Burberry Emma Watson, Mary-Kate Olsen, Daisy Lowe, Victoria Beckham, Gwyneth Paltrow, Freida Pinto and Dev Patel.

The Burberry trenchcoats for S/S 2010 are so beautifully amazing: Classic Burberry gone shorter!

Here are my favourites:

To view the complete collection, click here.

Wish List! ... Sequin blazer

2009-10-07T00:15:00.003+01:00

I am like a magpie when it comes to anything sparkly and sequins! I have fallen slightly obsessively in love with this 3/4 length sleeve blazer from River Island, £69.99. I know what my next pay packet is going towards... =)

Boticca.com

2009-10-05T01:40:00.002+01:00

Friday 2nd October saw Portobello Road being taken over by 5 girls, covered in black paint, wearing nothing but a tiny bikini, jewellery and holding a handbag. They walked up the famous road in Notting Hill and went on to get onto the underground, no doubt causing a bit of a stir...

It was all in aid for the launch of Boticca- an accessories only ebay-style website. You can buy unique, hand crafted and exclusive jewellery, or if you fancy yourself as a bit of a jewellery designer, you can sell your creations online.

Watch out for... Sonia Dham

2009-10-03T01:11:00.003+01:00

Sonia Dham, a fabulous new make up artist and founder of Sweet'arts, will be offering you all beauty tips, right here, soon!

Sonia began her beauty career as a Beauty Advisor at Estee Lauder in 2005, where she found her distinctive flair in make up and used her natural ability to work with a range of people, all with different types of beauty concerns and needs.

She has since gone on to be the official make up artist for Miss Earth Pageant in 2009 and did the make up on Destiny's Child, Michelle Williams, when she hosted the Fundraising Gala in London at The Dorchester in Mayfair on September 17th.

The Sweet'arts team with Michelle Williams

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

2009-10-03T00:08:00.002+01:00

At some point in our lives, we have all been touched by breast cancer; a family member, a friend, a friend of a friend or a story you read in a magazine that moved you. This month is Breast Cancer Awareness month.

Beauty brand, Purple Lab, have teamed up with the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation to launch a new lip gloss, SWAC: Sealed With A Cure, equipped with ingredients that boost beauty, health and confidence to give something back and to help create awareness and get funds for research. A portion of the proceeds will be going straight to the foundation.

SWAC is only $18.50 and can be ordered online at b-glowing.

If you're currently in London, to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness month in style, there will be a fashion show on 7th October at Grosvenor House Hotel, Park Lane.

Be there to see the models walk the catwalk for the first time celebrating life, fashion and looking good! All models will be ranging from their 20s to their 70s; each with their own unique story...and one thing in common: they've all been diagnosed with Breast Cancer.

For more information, please click here.

Movie Mania... New Moon

2009-10-02T01:35:00.002+01:00

I'm very aware of how old I am and extremely aware that the Twilight saga has got me acting like a teenager!

Having been persuaded to watch Twilight by my little sister, Sabrina, I - even though I tried to deny it - instantly fell in love with Edward Cullen!

Straight away I started reading the books and read all 4 of them within 2 weeks...

The Twilight saga continues with the release of New Moon in November... and I can't help but wonder, is it too soon for a countdown?

Possibly. However, there's always the trailers we can watch and re-watch over and over and over again...

Click here to go to the official site and enjoy!

Uniqlo... +J

2009-10-02T00:57:00.005+01:00

Fantastic news! On Thursday 1st October, Jil Sander launched her +J collection for Uniqlo.

German designer, Jil Sander, is famous for her minimal designs which ties in well with Uniqlo's own quality and minimal basics.

The collection is huge, with 40 pieces for men, and 100 for women!

Blazers are a huge favourite with fashionistas like Alexa Chung - I love the grey, classic fit from +J. It will look great with a girly dress and the sleeves rolled up, or thrown over jeans and a tshirt for a more grungy, casual look.

With the weather being so unpredictable right now, and our Summer in England arriving a bit later than we'd planned, the classic cardigan is great to throw over your outfit in the evening after the warm weather from the day gets cooler.

Winter, however, is not far away now as we've entered the lovely season that is Autumn... and the trench coat is always one for sticking around every year! An investment I say!

+J is available right now! Click here to go straight to the online store to start choosing your Winter essentials!

Celeb Trend: Chunky watches!

2009-10-02T00:28:00.003+01:00

Celebs seem to be loving a chunky watch on their delicate, feminine wrists!

Luckily for us, Christopher Ward brings us exclusive, lavish and chic watches at affordable prices! A couple of my faves are below. I love the chunkiness and the masculinity of the watches, which would look fantastic combined with a really girly and feminine outfit!

These are available to buy online now, and there are loads of other fantastic watches to choose from!

Watch out for... DEEN Magazine

2009-10-01T17:17:00.002+01:00

I am really looking forward to the launch of new fashion, beauty and lifestyle magazine DEEN Magazine.

It will be available to buy in October. I can't wait to see it!

Breakfast at Tiffany's Press Night

2009-10-01T01:26:00.009+01:00

Anna Friel: Holly Golightly in Breakfast At Tiffany's

Anna Friel plays Holly Golightly in Breakfast At Tiffany's, made famous by the beautiful Audrey Hepburn in London's West End at Theatre Royal Haymarket.

Last night was the press night, and Anna Friel looked stunning in a vintage, floor length ivory satin gown with lace trimmed capped sleeves.

Tickets are on sale now and are available to buy from the Box Office or online.

Music... John Allred

2009-09-30T01:12:00.009+01:00

Photograph by Chad Braithwaite

As a fan of new music, I love it when I spontaneously come across a new artist that I love! In this case... I was living in New York and had an urge to listen to U2 - With or Without You ... and I came across a different version instead.

John Allred is a Connecticut-born singer/ songwriter with an amazing voice. I secretly love when bands do covers of songs... but there are some songs I feel shouldn't be covered. I felt this way about With or Without you...that is until I heard John Allred's interpretation!

Have a listen here.

Photograph by Chad Braithwaite

The City

2009-09-30T00:20:00.000+01:00

I'm not ashamed to admit that I have spent countless hours this summer re-watching all the re-runs of The City waiting for the new season to start and wishing I had their wardrobe! Luckily, the new season premieres tonight on MTV.

H&M and... Sonia Rykiel

2009-09-29T01:07:00.001+01:00

Fantastic news for fashionistas all over the world; Sonia Rykiel has become the latest designer to collaborate with high street store H&M!

The Parisian design house have joined the likes of Matthew Williamson, Karl Lagerfeld, Stella McCartney, Viktor & Rolf and Jimmy Choo to create not one, but two lines for H&M- Winter '09 and Spring 2010. Not only will the lines contain Rykiels' signature knits, but they will also be extended to lingerie and accessories for the first time!

Get your diaries out and clearly mark December 5th - when the first collection will go in store!

Vanity Fair: Penelope Cruz

2009-09-29T00:27:00.000+01:00

Let's take a minute to appreciate the beautiful Penelope Cruz on the cover of the November issue of Vanity Fair.

Photographs by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott

She looks absolutely stunning and I can't wait to read the interview from the notoriously private Spanish enchantress.

The November issue is out on October 6.

Designer Love: Luella - S/S 2010

2009-09-25T00:16:00.001+01:00

Luella's Spring/ Summer 2010 collection seems to have suddenly grown up. For the past few years, British designer Luella Bartley's collection has always been very diverse, girly with an edge; multicoloured, buckled, floral... Now she's focused on beautiful silouhettes, cute dresses accenturating your hips...and now my must have piece has become an oversized bow!

As a huge fan of cute, little dresses, I am glad Luella has kept all the shapes cut short and made sure you can emphasize your girly figure and show off your waist! Although her collection seems more proper and lady-like than past collections, she's still kept her usual cool edge by keeping the fabulous colours and adding beautiful shapes, polka dots and distinctive hair pieces!

View the complete collection here.

Paul Smith for Evian

2009-09-23T00:06:00.001+01:00

British Designer, Paul Smith, launched his design of the Evian bottle on Monday 21st September.

It was a star studded event with guests including Franz Ferdinand, The Kooks, Paloma Faith, Lady Victoria Hervey and D&G model David Gandy.

The bottle is designed for the festive season (not long until Christmas...), but Paul Smiths' design is miles off from the theme, instead opting for a cool, chic look with his trademark stripes!

The bottle is made from recycled glass and organic ink and is available to buy from Selfridges and Harvey Nichols from October.

www.evianliveyoung.com/

The September Issue

2009-09-12T00:06:00.001+01:00

The September Issue is finally out. The documentary following legendary Editor-in-Chief of Vogue, Anna Wintour, is definately one to watch, and I can not wait to get myself to the cinema to witness the behind the scenes making of the biggest issue of the year.

Huge Lips, Skinny Hips!

2009-09-03T10:25:00.002+01:00

While living in New York for a few months, working in fashion and hopelessly falling in love with the City, I came across a fantastic range of lipgloss. Lipgloss is something I never leave the house without - it's not a good look having dry, chapped lips. This particular range seems too good to be true...

Purple Lab are proud to give us HUGE LIPS, SKINNY HIPS! I'm so unbelievably excited knowing that a lipgloss doesn't just have to give you fabulous plump lips, but it can also suppress your appetite! Genius.

The lipgloss contain plump-promting Vitamin B3 and the natural appetite suppressant Hoodia and come in 6 flattering colours.

Karen Robinovitz, the Purple Lab Creatix, has named the 6 shades with names designed to inspire; Red Sole, Love Your Thighs, Worship Kate (Moss - a personal fave!), Lychee Martini, Kitty Poledancer and No Panty Lines.

I think this range is fantastic. I know a lot of people can be skeptical when it comes to things like this. Hoodia is widely reported to work well, and although there's only a tiny amount in the lip gloss, maybe not enough for actual effects, I still found myself subconsciously watching what I ate, which could be helped with the slight tingle you feel when you put it on... a gentle reminder, which is exactly what I need! And the colours are gorge!

Unfortunately, the lipgloss aren't available in the UK just yet, but they're available to buy online at Bliss World and B Glowing