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Instagram is full of amazing people with amazing personal...

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 18:37:17 -0400

Instagram is full of amazing people with amazing personal styles. I love Insta because it allows people to share their personal life and styles with everyone. It can be a great source of inspiration. These people are a small selection of people who I have found to be really inspirational style wise on Insta. Some of them I know personally some I don’t Some have a very high following, others don’t. But they are all incredible. Make sure you check them out :)

- Just in case you wanted to know, my Instagram name is Byron_London

xxx

SUMMER WISH LIST: (Click the items description to find its...

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 16:50:00 -0400

SUMMER WISH LIST:

(Click the items description to find its source)

Batman Character Repeat Short Sleeve Shirt £28 - Lazy Oaf

BUZZ KILL Tee £90 - Henry Holland

SHEER DRESS (Could be worn as a Tee) £20 - Monki

DREAM BOY TEE £30 - Once Youth

Have a Crap Day Bobble Hat £20 - Lazy Oaf

Stripe denim packpack £34 - TOPSHOP

Polka Shorts £60 - Lazy Oaf

Turn up shorts £35 - Ragged Priest

Pro Play Trainers £62 - Adidas

Spitfire Round Sunglasses £18 - ASOS

Neoprene Backpack £28 - TOPSHOP

Jagged Leopard Top £70 - ADIDAS X JEREMY SCOTT

INTERVIEW: MR FOX OF FACTORY FOX The lovely Marciano Lansu Fox...

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 12:54:00 -0400

INTERVIEW: MR FOX OF FACTORY FOX

The lovely Marciano Lansu Fox first contacted me a couple of weeks ago to introduce himself, his new label FACTORY FOX and its debut collection for SS13. The Netherlands based designer showed me his current online look book and his online store. I was impressed with what I saw and wanted to find out a little more about the brand.

BL: Whats the story behind the name FACTORY FOX, what does it mean and what does it represent?

MF: FACTORY FOX was founded by me in 2010 as a creative underground network with the idea to support young talent and their creativity. Inspired by Warhol, we used ‘factory’ in the name, as we were a creative team. We have done many things from art videos and installations to interviews with musicians, and even organized parties. Part of it since the very beginning was an online T-shirt and accessories shop, designed and curated by me.

Now, in 2013, I decided to relaunch FACTORY FOX focused on the fashion, but still with the core value of working together with incredible artists. Like a collaborative collection with a graphic artist, a look book shoot by an amazing photography student, a fashion show with a performance of a singer who is the big next thing, it’s all possible.

BL: Do you remember where you were when you first came up with the idea to start FACTORY FOX?

MF: I have no idea! I think it all happened as a very organic process, like all great things in life. You don’t have to obsess about it, it just comes to you naturally.

BL: I know I have my favorites, including the two pieces you kindly gifted me. What is your personal favorite piece from the collection?

MF: To be honest, I love the entire collection and I am unconsciously wearing pieces of it in all of my outfits. But if I have to choose, my favorite of the moment is the Stamp T-shirt with our logo on it. Ellie Goulding has recently been spotted in that Tee, and I really lucky when wearing it because her support is an amazing way to reach more people and introduce them to FACTORY FOX. I am very thankful for that.

BL: What do you think the differences are between the fashion where you are from in the Netherlands and the fashion here in the UK?

MF: My impression is that the UK has more of a fashion identity, with an international bespoke Fashion week and many influential designers. In The Netherlands they are really trying to push fashion forward and I think that’s great, but we’re not there yet! Though I’m very proud of Viktor & Rolf and brands like G-Star Raw. But you know what, in the current time it really doesn’t matter anymore where you live. We have the internet and borders of countries are fading more and more. Finding your way in life has never been this easy, it’s an open road. This is also something FACTORY FOX stands for. For example, our online store delivers all orders free to every location in the world. No difference whether you live in Europe or Asia, everybody is warmly welcomed.

BL: How would you describe the ideal FACTORY FOX boy or girl in 3 words?

MF: Adventurous, confident and trendsetting.

BL: What can we expect to see from FACTORY FOX next?

MF: My main focus at the moment is to introduce and involve people in the brand, to show what FACTORY FOX is all about. It’s not just fashion label, it’s about an energy, a movement in youth culture. And it has only just began.

Check more out at http://factoryfox.com/

‘’You must never underestimate the power of the eyebrow’’, I...

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 18:12:00 -0400

‘’You must never underestimate the power of the eyebrow’’, I wish I could say this quote was by someone highly glamours and chic but regrettably I have to confess it was said by Jack Black. But regardless of that unfortunate fact, I thought it would be a good start to this post. I was considering doing this post a while ago, but I thought it might be super boring for you to read about eyebrows, but if I’m ever complimented on anything ever, it’s my eyebrows. So I tweeted asking if anyone would be interested if I made this post and it had a great response. So here we go!

First of all I’m just going to say that this is based on how I like to do my eyebrows, although all the techniques and products could be used to create the shape for you. Everyone has their own idea of the perfect brow and what shape will compliment their features best. As gay as this is to admit my brow Icon is Elizabeth Taylor. She had a strong defined arch and her brows were always thick and dark. The return of the chunky brow has been long overdue and I’m so glad to see them all over fashion campaigns and on the runways. I’m so bored of seeing matchstick thin eyebrows that are poorly drawn on.

I have a confession to make, if you follow me on Instagram or Facebook you may have seen me reply to peoples’ comments about my eyebrows saying I don’t draw them on. This is half true. Basically I am a huge fan of eyebrow tinting. It makes brows look thicker and more defined and I think EVERYONE should tint their brows, it will rock your fucking world. Here’s where the truth comes out… After a while the tint will begin to fade and they will be less defined and strong. I can’t afford to get my brows tinted all the time and I don’t like doing it myself as I’ve not yet found a tint on the market as good as the one where I get mine done (Benefit in Debenhams, Oxford Street). So when I am low on cash and I can’t get them tinted I do use a brow kit by The Body Shop. I never use a pencil, my theory is if you don’t want your eyebrows to look drawn on then don’t draw them on. I prefer a powder because it gives a much more natural finish. Here is a little step by step guide of how I do my brows.

Ok so here is my little step by step from scraggy brow (what my eyebrows look like when I wake up) to complete finished brow.

1. Plucky plucky

For shaping, I get my brows waxed, but to maintain them for as long as possible to save money getting them waxed all the time I use Mr Tweezerman tweezers (that’s not some gay cute nickname I have for them, that’s their actual brand… Just saying). I like them because they are super thin so they are easier to use. Knowing me I’d pluck a massive chunk out with regular tweezers. The ones I use are actually designed to get out ingrown hairs, but whatever they work for me.

So with plucking I tend to avoid doing too much to the top of my brows, I like to leave that for the lady at Benefit to wax because its just too risky to mess that up. But the bottom of the brow is pretty straight forward, what ever looks like its not meant to be there, pluck pluck pluck. I try to pay close attention to between my brows because I have to admit if I wanted to I could grow a mean mono-brow. I try to keep the arch as even and tidy as I can.

2. Eye brow gel

Eyebrow gel is a gift from the gods. If you have bigger brows like me that like to be uncooperative you could find your brows could get messy through out the day. I use the gel before I apply any brow powder because I feel like it helps the powder stick to the brow and helps me even it all out in the end. The gel I use is by Palladio, it is a herbal brow gel with all natural ingredients. Its not the best gel I’ve ever used. I’m still searching for the perfect gel. I was recently contacted via Twitter by a great company that only make products dedicated to brows. I will be testing out some of their products soon so maybe their gel is better! I will let you guys know.

3. Powder, not paint

This is the step where I think a lot of people go wrong. I’ve seen some interesting brows online lately and I’m so confused. What are people using to draw on their eyebrows with? Liquid eyeliner? Black paint? Maker pens?? I think for me its important for brows not to look too fake. Some people don’t mind but for those who are more comfortable with having natural looking brows, powder is a winner. I use the body shop brow kit (Shade brunette to brown). The kit comes with two shades, a darker more chocolaty shade and a lighter brown. I use the darker one as it blends in with my natural brow more. It does come with a little applicator but I don’t personally like it, I prefer a brow brush, I feel like I have more control with a brush. The key to this step is if you want to have natural looking brows, don’t try and draw anything on that’s not already there. Just accentuation what is already there.

4. Finishing up

After I have put the powder on top of the gel I leave them to completely dry. Then I use the other side of my Palladio brow gel kit, which is a brow comb and brush, to brush the brows into the shape I want them. And taaahhh daaaaahhh, eyebrows done.

Random tips for eyebrows:

Ok so say you have slept over at your friends house and woken up the next day with wacko sticky out eyebrows but don’t have a gel or brush. This is a little gross to some people but what ever don’t judge me… Use a wet tooth brush, they are actually pretty great for shaping eyebrows, and keeping them minty fresh.
If you are stuck for finding a brow powder that suits you, find a brown eye-shadow. Eye shadows come in a lot more shades, so it may be easier to find one that way.
If you have super thin brows because you have over plucked. To grow them back put some Vaseline on them before you go to bed every night. Vaseline is great for growing eyebrows or lashes.

I hope you enjoyed this post, look out for a post coming soon on some new eyebrow products being sent my way including a do it yourself brow tint kit ooooooh.

Photo Essay: My Room Ok so this post is a little different to my...

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 11:41:20 -0400

Photo Essay: My Room

Ok so this post is a little different to my other posts. Its not really fashion or beauty related but I felt like I wanted to show you guys a bit more of myself. This post was actually a suggestion from a friend while I was trying to think of posts that would show you a little more into my world. I guess showing you where I live and how I live is a pretty good window into my life. This is where I spend a lot of my time alone, its where I like to relax and get away from negativity. Although looking at photos of my own room is a bit boring for me, I hope you enjoy the post!

Some fun facts about this photo essay and my room in general:

The big chest under my mirror was found down the road from me outside somebodies house next to a skip. My and my best friend lugged it all the way to my house and up the stairs into my room. It cost no money, I don’t even keep anything in it as the doors are pretty crappy to open, but its actually my favorite piece of furniture
The wooden Stools use to belong to my mothers boss, Im pretty sure they are bar stools.
I only ever keep books that I’ve actually read. If I take time to read a book, I’m keeping it.
I got the idea of hanging magazines on hangers as wall decorations from a post I saw on Instagram. The Notion Mag is up there because I’m featured in it and the Hero mag is up there because the model on the cover is hot as hell.
The kittys in the post are Tigger and Bert, my boys <3

B, x

My daily skin care routine Ok this post is WAY overdue. I’ve...

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 14:03:10 -0400

My daily skin care routine

Ok this post is WAY overdue. I’ve been getting tweets, asks on ask fm and even Facebook messages asking me when this post will be up, thank you to those people who have shown an interest I have promised it for so long but I’ve been so busy! But here it is! I use many products but not all of them every day. Although I am calling this post my ‘Daily skin care routine’ I don’t actually use all 9 of these products every day, but they are my favorite and most used products. (Pre-warning, I’m aware of how much Body Shop products their is in this post, I cant help it, I’m addicted) P.S They Offered me a job today, SO happy.

BOOTS BOTANICS MENS SHAVE GEL

Starting off from left to right, the first product I want to talk about is a shaving gel from the BOOTS Botanics range. I have very sensitive skin and I find if I use any sort of shaving foams from a can it just irritates my skin and stings. My skin is never more sensitive than when im shaving so it made sense to try and find a gel that wouldn’t aggravate my skin. I have tried and tested a few different ones and this one is my favorite so far. It has a lovely ginseng scent, very musky and refreshing. It feels very cool on my face and softens my skin while I shave. Only negative with this product is that as its a gel and not a foam it can clog up my razor quickly and means shaving can take longer because you have to keep rinsing your razor.

BODY SHOP VITAMIN E FACIAL CLEANSING BAR

I picked up this product about a month ago because I have always been told to never wash my face with soap. I have always used cleansers and face scrubs etc. When I saw this and saw that it was from Body Shop’s Vitamin E range, I had to give it a go. Its specially designed for your face, so its not harsh at all. It never leaves me with dry skin but it does make my skin feel a bit tight so Id always recommend using moisturizer after washing your face, but to be honest id recommend that regardless of what product you use, nobody wants a dry ass crusty face!

SUDOCREM

I know some people are a little funny about putting nappy rash cream on their face but for people who suffer with spots it is a gift from the gods. It reduces the redness of spots over night and helps clear spots very quickly. People are always afraid that it is too thick but honestly it does not clog my pores at all. The reason why its so good is because Sudocrem is an antiseptic, and while a spot is healing it is technically a very small wound. I normally put a little bit on any spots or blemishes I may have just before I go to bed.

BODY SHOP SEAWEED CLARIFYING CLEANSER AND TONER

I use to struggle with finding a toner that works for my skin. Toners that you can by from drug stores like boots and superdrug will most likely be mainly Alcohol based. For my skin harsh alcohols irritate my skin and leave me with a burning sensation. Eventually I found this Body Shop toner from their Seaweed range, it does contain alcohol but not as a main ingredient. I was pretty happy with the cleanser I was using before I found this toner but I felt like I may as well buy the matching cleanser from the same range. The seaweed cleanser is very good, its not drying, its not greasy, it removes dirt efficiently. So over all both the cleanser and the toner are winners for me.

ORGANIC ROSE WATER

Rose water is by far my favorite skin care discovery. If I feel tired through out the day I can dab some rose water on a cotton pad and wipe my face. It then not only makes my skin feel more refreshed but it makes me feel more refreshed. It comforts me that all it is is pressed liquid from rose petals mixed with water. Oh and if you have a head ache, damp some cotton pads with rose water, lay down and leave the pads on your eyelids. Instant quick fix. So far I have not been able to find anywhere where I can buy organic rose water apart from online. Its easy to find on Amazon, and its super cheap.

BODY SHOP ALOE GENTLE EXFOLIATOR

Don’t you hate it when you buy an exfoliator that feels like your rubbing sand on your face? This one is super soft, perfect for sensitive skin. Its very clarifying and helps prevent spots. I like to use it in the morning before I put on any day creams. Just helps start the day all fresh.

NEUTROGENA VISIBLY CLEAR PINK GRAPEFRUIT MOISTURIZER

What I love about this moisturizer is that it contains no oil. All the other products I use are to balance out the oils in my skin so why would I want to then slap on some oily cream. Its very light, makes my skin plump and smooth. It hydrates my sin and helps keep it clear. As it contains no oil it does not clog pores and you don’t look like a shiny greasy ass mother fucker. I also LOVE the smell and the fact that it comes in such a handy sized and shaped bottle.

BODY SHOP SEAWEED CLARIFYING NIGHT TREATMENT

I’ve left this one till last as its my favvvvvveeee. Yes, another Body Shop product! But seriously, this shit is so good. After my face is clean, I put this on and by the morning my skin feels baby soft and visibly clearer, less red and over all better looking. When I run out of this product I always think oh I wont bother getting it again and BOOM about three days of not using it and spots appear. I love this product, I know its wrong to love an object but I don’t care. Going to marry this product and have little clarified seaweed babies with it.

B, x

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Tue, 19 Mar 2013 07:25:42 -0400

INTERVIEWED: Designer Lucinda Sinclair talks about her label...

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 10:32:58 -0400

INTERVIEWED: Designer Lucinda Sinclair talks about her label SANCTUS

I first met the lovely Lucinda Sinclair a few seasons ago at London Fashion week. She was one of the bloggers I use to follow on my old blog. Once we got chatting and I found out she followed my blog too ~Mutual blogga luvin~. Later that day I ran over to her as she was queuing for a show and asked her to model for my friend’s brand, IRL LDN, as I was styling the shoot. Since that shoot I’ve been following what Lucinda has been up to. Lucinda is the proud owner of the brand Sanctus. I managed to catch up with her this week and chat about her latest collection ‘ADRAMELECH’.

BL: Ok so the last time we spoke was at London fashion week. You looked amazing as always, repping your own brand, Sanctus, beautifully. Since then you’ve released your new SS13 collection ‘Adramelech’. Do you want to talk me through the name of the collection and the meaning behind it.

LS: You are so charming! Sure, well when I was studying for my degree I ended up buying loads of second hand books on symbolism, and the history of occultism. mainly to forge an understanding of it so as not to end up being too offensive with my imagery! While I was researching a few things I came across a demon named Adramelech who was ‘the Chancellor of Hell’ and was in charge of Satan’s wardrobe… I couldn’t resist but name the new collection after his amazing job!

BL: I love that! I love that you started your research for the collection from a kind of non-fashion related source. Did your research have a large impact on your collection as a whole?

LS: Yes, I guess I feel more inclined to search for inspiration that way. Although I am largely inspired by subcultures I am probably the most trend-unaware designer… Although, there’s only so much I can create through 2D research and drawing - I prefer to develop garments through getting fabric up on the stand/mannequin straight away and manipulating it to create the more organic, draped silhouettes that I tend to design.

BL: Did you picture how the final product would look in your head or was it all through visual experimentation?

LS: Actually, I picture how something will look and 90% of the time it ends up changing and looking different! But I don’t mind that, it keeps things sort of spontaneous and fun!

BL: One of the things I love so much about your new collection is how wearable it all is. It would be very easy to manipulate the garments to wear them in many different ways. Is practicality important to you as a designer?

LS: Practicality never used to be something I considered important in clothing before I started designing, at all. However I’ve realised now how important it is to me that when someone invests in one of my pieces, I want it to really be worth it for them. I wanted the garment to outlive any trends that would kill many other things in people’s wardrobes, and the ability to change the way a garment can be worn (e.g. the Revenant Hoody with it’s swooping panel) is really attractive to me in a wardrobe staple and I hope it is for others too.

BL: Speaking of practicality… Obviously I am male, a lot of the time on my blog I post wish lists that I like to include items that are gender-less and can be worn by all. As for your collection I feel there are quite a few pieces that could be worn by men. In particular I love the Descent Tunic and the Levamentum Trousers. Is menswear something you think you would venture into in the future?

LS: Absolutely! Originally I didn’t consider menswear a strength of mine but after a wonderful response from people asking about mens sizes, I think your genderless comment is correct - which I’m so happy about. I definitely want to introduce mens versions of a few things, including both of the garments you’ve mentioned and the hooded tops.

BL: As a British designer, how have you dealt with the challenges of not being based in London. Do you think it is a disadvantage or do you think the power of the internet makes it a lot easier?

LS: The only disadvantage I have being based outside of London is not being able to network within London more, however being based about 50 minutes commute away is ok for traveling in once every fortnight or so. Although, not being able to invite people to pop in to the studio spontaneously is a little annoying! I do plan to relocate to London when the time is right for me.The internet is amazing and has been an incredible platform and launchpad for Sanctus!

You can check out the full collection at: www.sanctus.org.uk

And for updates you should check out the FB page: www.facebook.com/SanctusClothing

WISH LIST // Its a City tingg The sunshine is starting to appear...

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 05:01:07 -0500

WISH LIST // Its a City tingg

The sunshine is starting to appear so I am getting very excited about chucking my jumpers and coats to the back of the wardrobe to make space for all kinds of summery goodies! As per usual my wish list seems to have formed into one outfit, un-planned, but I think it would look quite nice. Also as per usual I’ve made the look completely uni-sex. Although I have to say im not sure how long the top is and if it is suitable enough to wear with leggings if you are a guy (We dont want junk lumps, not nice) Anyways, after seeing pictures from the Givenchy AW13 show in Paris a few days ago I have got a new found love for flames!

Here’s where you can find these items (Click the description to be taken to the site) :

Hope you are all having a lovely week!

B, x

INTERVIEWED: Designer Christian Cowan-Sanluis BL: Ok so...

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 05:26:37 -0500

INTERVIEWED: Designer Christian Cowan-Sanluis

BL: Ok so Christian, the last time we spoke it was about your previous collection. The latest collection you’ve just released is incredible, I feel like it’s been executed really well. I really love how you have kept certain visuals and features that I loved from your previous collection, but translated it in different ways. Can you talk me through your inspirations for the new collection and how you have developed as a designer from one collection to another?

Christian: Thanks, When starting the collection I knew i wanted to be giving a similar vibe as my SS13 but in a more refined approach. I always want there to be an obvious transition from one collection to the next. For my AW13 I knew i wanted to somehow involve basketball clothing silhouettes with OTT materials/logos and create something that was fun and verging on tacky. I kind of imagine it as futuristic street wear.

BL: I love how you’ve applied as much creativity into your AW13 look book themes and set design as you did with the garments themselves. How did you find the day of the shoot?

Christian: Busy! I was so lucky to have such an ace team with me on the day who could understand what was in my head. I knew Oskar Proctor who shot the look book would be perfect as he always manages to make pictures seem light and airy which was the vibe I was really after.

BL: Are you more of a laid back creative or are you a sort of check list and time schedule kind of guy?

Christian: A bit of both I’d say, I’m organized about putting things together but then I’m not afraid to let things change, I think it’s really important to allow something to evolve from your original idea, that way you get something that’s so much more interesting then your original thought.

BL: Do you have an Ideal customer? Or a publication you would love to be featured in? Lets step out of reality for a bit, here is the situation. You can pick anyone, dead or alive to be featured in a magazine of your choice. Who would you pick, and what publication would you love to see them in?

Christian: Ha ha, it would be so weird but It would have to be Playboy & Tilda Swinton. I think that would sum up my work really. The tacky Barbie look of Playboy but hopefully in a more refined and artistic approach which would be like Tilda. It would definitely get attention!

BL: When do you feel most creative and when do you come up with most of your ideas. I know some people have to shut themselves away and be alone when creating but others love a busy lifestyle and feel most creative when pressured.

Christian: Weirdly the busier I am the happier and more creative I become, along side my work I also study at CSM and I think it keeps me rushed which I love!

BL: Last question, what is more important to you style, or fashion. Do you think it’s important to find a common trend and work around it or does the idea of being in a trend irritate you as a designer?

Christian: Probably style, because anyone (with money) can go out and buy fashion but without good style people just look like a car crash of labels. I don’t really follow trends that much. I hope i can always stay ahead of them but I’m not fussed if my work isn’t ‘in trend’. As long as people enjoy my work I’m happy.

BL: Thanks for having a chat and have a lovely weekend. Cant wait to see more of your work very soon!

You can check out the full collection at www.christiancowansanluis.com

For updates on Christians work you can follow his facebook page HERE

B, x

A very quick photo essay of a few of my summer style...

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 12:40:00 -0500

A very quick photo essay of a few of my summer style inspirations. I know its a while until summer but I cant handle this cold bullshit anymore… so I’ve made this to cheer myself up. THERE is light at the end of the tunnel. I can make it through spring now Urghghg.

Hope you are all well,

B, X

LWF Style Diary - Day One (First of all Id just like to say...

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 06:15:01 -0500

LWF Style Diary - Day One

(First of all Id just like to say sorry for all the spelling and grammar mistakes you are about to witness. Im so ill and I cant be arsed to edit or check anything. So if you are one of those people who gets really angry over bad spelling, run)

Ok I know this is a bit late! But I have been so so so ill. I thought this season id make a little style diary post for every day this past London Fashion Week. My friend Conor was kind enough to offer his amazing camera skills and snap each look. Made my life a lot easier as I didn’t have to hunt down street style snaps from other blogs or websites and it also means the photos are at a consistent quality, so BIG thank you Conor! You can check out Conor’s work here:

www.conorclinch.com

www.facebook.com/conorclinchphotography

Ok so I guess I will start with what I’m wearing. The first day was the day I had the most shows to go to so I thought Id keep it comfy so I could run around easily. Sadly this did not work out as I split my jeans in the crotch region, woops. So therefore, DON’T buy TOPMAN jeans, they are the second pair to split! The Bomber jacket is made by ZDDZ London. I bumped into the designer of ZDDZ, the lovely Dasha Selyanova last season and kept in contact. Its such a beautiful print, mixing ornate detailed patterns with hard gritty imagery of fists and newsprint font. The shirt underneath was handmade by an Italian designer, Illaria Lepore, that I bought at SHOP172 on brick lane. I use to work in the shop and fell in love with it, you cant really see it properly but its sheer black with leather cuffs and collar. Unfortunately SHOP172 has closed down now :(

Accessories: Cheap Monday Sunglasses, Black Dr. Marten Boots, Urban Outfitters bag

LFW Style Diary - Day Two On day two of LFW I got to catch up...

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 06:14:57 -0500

LFW Style Diary - Day Two

On day two of LFW I got to catch up with one of my favorite bloggers Ellie Fox (www.thecomas.co). When I was getting ready in the morning I joked to myself that I looked like a Power Ranger, I stupidly didn’t keep that opinion to myself and blurted it out during an Interview with Yahoo. The next day I woke up to tweets from friends linking me to the interview and they put it in! How embarrassing I also bumped into the Yahoo people again and they shouted ‘Power Ranger boy!’ at me. Urghh. Despite the Power ranger thing I actually love this two piece set. It was made by the amazing Laura from Hyena. Two days before Fashion week I was sent an image of the jumper and loved it, Laura then offered to make matching leggings and I jumped at the idea. She then made and sent the outfit with in ONE DAY. I was amazed!

The shirt is by the amazing Melody Maker (MaKers LDN), I first heard of Melody when we where both featured in Notion Magazine in the Online Hyper Realz Article. I adore the print, and the shirt was SO silky, Loved it!

LFW Style Diary - Day Three Me and my beautiful friend Tiffany...

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 06:14:46 -0500

LFW Style Diary - Day Three

Me and my beautiful friend Tiffany thought it might be fun to go as a pair for a day. I didn’t realise this would involve being swarmed by photographers as soon as we walked into Summerset House. It was so intimidating! Later that day we went down to the Topshop Show space and Conor took some photos of us down by the river bank. It was FREEZING.

Anyway I will move onto what we are wearing. The beautiful printed jumper and dress we are wearing is by Bill+Mar, an amazing brand that I use to work for. This print is one of my favorites they have ever done. Its an Image of a slab of marble that they then manipulated to create the beautiful colors. The gold hand chain and head piece were sent to me by DRONE jewels I have loved drone for a while now and was so happy to get these amazing pieces. And how pretty does that head piece look on Tiff! Sexii Ladii.

Tiffany’s extras: Topshop heel boots

My extras: Cheap Monday Sunglasses, Dr. Marten Boots, Religion drop crotch shorts, Urban Outfitters bag.

LFW Style Diary - Day Four Que hangover outfit ahhh. I went out...

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 06:14:38 -0500

LFW Style Diary - Day Four

Que hangover outfit ahhh. I went out the night before to Larry Tee’s Fashion week disaster party and saw Brooke Candy Perform So as you can see, I was pretty run down. My Outfit was thrown together by chance. All I packed the night before was the shirt, by ZDDZ. Its got a cool monochrome graffiti style print on it with a pop of red on top. Aside from that, nothing about this outfit was planned. My trusty IRL LDN Puke beanie to cover my shit hair, the pants by Monki that I wore the night before (tramp). A topshop Tshirt under it all that I bought the night before just as the shop closed, I had to beg the guy at the door to let me in!

AND my favorite part of this outfit, and the piece im most grateful for as it was SO cold, is the Varsity Jacket. Horsebird were kind enough to make custom varsity jackets for me, Brooke Candy and Charli XCX. They have leather sleeves and are silk lined. SO comfy! If Horsebird had not brought me this to the club the night before I would have froze. Thank you so so much Horsebird, this is officially my favorite Jacket.

LFW Style Diary - Day Five So the last day of LFW arrived and I...

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 06:14:29 -0500

LFW Style Diary - Day Five

So the last day of LFW arrived and I was feeling pretty worn out and grossly ill. I opted to wear something warm and comfortable. The jumper is from Zara, who have really been impressing me lately. So many people asked where it was from so it was obviously a good buy. I wore it with my ripped crappy Topman jeans (hence the American Apparel silk jacket around my waist to cover the hole that was right on my ass) The jacket is Margiela for H&M that I managed to get on sale for £30!!!! The shoes are Dr Marten (Again, DM addict) and the hat is from Monki.

I hope you have all had a lovely week. Im going to crawl back to bed and be ill some more :”(

B,x

Current Wishlist: Hi guys! Sorry its been a while. Fashion week...

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 16:13:00 -0500

Current Wishlist:

Hi guys! Sorry its been a while. Fashion week has just finished so I have been so sleepy. Early mornings + After parties = Very drained Byron. I will be posting a fashion week style Diary of all my outfits very soon so keep a look out for that.

Anyway There have been a few things catching my eye online and in the stores, it was only when I put them all together for this post that I realised everything was Black or gold.. How odd, guess thats my mood right now. I do realise all my wish list posts so far have been lacking color! I promise to put a splash of color in the next one! I also realise this one is not as cheap as the last one.. Guess thats why its a *Wish* List aha.

In this post:

Vivienne Westwood Orb II Quartz Watch with Black Dial Analogue Display and Black Leather Strap - Amazon (£160)
Patent Duffle Bag By J.W Anderson for TOPSHOP - Topshop (£30)
Bel Air Sunglasses - WILDFOX COUTURE - (£196 crazy price I know, but they are so hot, so if you wanna be my sugar daddy, hit me up)
Shape Ring pack - Urban Outfitters - (£5 on sale)
Fenmore Boot - Dr. Martens - (£60 on sale)

Hope you are all having a lovely week!

B, X

Product Review: Structure Hair products Structure Hair was kind...

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 12:38:00 -0500

Product Review: Structure Hair products

Structure Hair was kind enough to send me a few of their products a little while ago, and I have to say, I am ever so slightly hooked. It’s very hard to find decent products for men’s hair, or any short hair, which actually work and don’t cost a fortune. Most of the mens hair products that you can pick up in any cosmetics store are the same, a sticky pot of goo with that oh so manly musk smell to prove that even though you are doing your hair you are still a lad and blah blah… Well, Structure hair is a little different. Their website is fantastic, (http://www.structurehair.co.uk/) amazing how-to videos and some really helpful information about each product. You can tell they care about each product and seem to have taken a lot of time and consideration while designing each formula.

I was sent three products named Define, Sculpt and Shape. I am not going to go into extreme depth but I here is a little information about each product as I can happily say I love them all.

DEFINE: Lightweight shine wax

Product promises: Delivers light, flexible hold and separation with maximum shine. Ideal for those with short to medium-length. Ultra glossy, textured looks that remains workable and supple.

First of all, this product (Like all of them) smells fantastic, super fresh and clean smelling. There is nothing I hate more when doing my hair than putting products in that either smell of sweets or cologne. This product is super lightweight and smooth. Each product has a hold rating on it, DEFINE has been given a hold level of 1 out of 5. Ideal for wearing your fringe down, doesn’t look greasy, helps with frizz, an all-round winner.

SCULPT: Styling Clay

I have to say this is probably my favourite and least favourite product out of the three. It’s amazing for achieving a textured quiff that does not fall flat half way through a night out as it’s not too heavy. It’s got a hold level of 2. This products only downfall (that’s not really a downfall, I’m just being fussy) is that after using it your hands are so so sticky, like beyond sticky. I’d recommend doing your hair in the bathroom near a tap! I get ready in the morning in my dressing room that is two floors up from the only bathroom in the house. I have 4 cats that fight for attention in the morning and there has been occasions where I have used this product and been in an early morning daze, stroked a cat and practically fur lined my hand. But over all this is a good product, ideal for quiff quiffing (not queeffing he he he)

SHAPE: Texture Crème

Product promises: Offers mouldable texture with a semi-matte finish. Perfect for creating that “lived in” look.

I’m not going to go too much into detail with this one as it literally does what it promises. It’s ideal for that messy hair look. I’d say as it is a lot thicker than the other products so it is a lot heavier. I wouldn’t use it if I wanted a neat quiff or anything like that as it would deflate after a while but I would use this to scruff up my hair and give it a lot more texture and volume. One great thing about this product is that once applied in the morning you can just keep scruffing up your hair to your heart’s content all day long without needing to apply any more.

B, X

CRUSHING ON: Elise Rose Photography I never look at those...

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 11:03:00 -0500

CRUSHING ON: Elise Rose Photography

I never look at those twitter ‘who to follow’ suggestions, but something about Elise Rose’s page caught my eye. It must have been her icon photo, a pigtailed blonde dressed in neon yellow in-front of a bubble gum pink background. Twitter description ‘21 Year old UK Fashion/Portrait photographer’ from ‘London, Cardiff & Cov’, I was intrigued. It’s always exciting to see new young creatives and Elise Rose does not disappoint. One to watch for sure, so far featured in FASHION 156, SÝN magazine, WAD magazine, ASOS, TRAP magazine, Material Girl/INDIE magazine blog, BECUZ magazine, Teen book, FLOCK Magazine and more.

For me, if you blended bubble gum, those candy bracelets you probably remember from your child hood and a 20 pack of Marlboro lights you would get Elise Rose’s work. Elise’s photos have a great mix of being raw and gritty but still being playful and vibrant. Most commonly in muted pastel tones that allow you to focus on the different textures and layers. Some of Elise’s work sort of gives me a ‘Londons answer to LaChapelle’ vibe. Definitely one to watch.

Check out more of Elise Rose’s work : elise-rose.com

And her twitter@ @Elise__Rose

B, X

WISH LIST - Making monochrome fun! I am a big fan of...

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 07:04:00 -0500

WISH LIST - Making monochrome fun!

I am a big fan of monochromatic looks. I always think that when you take color out of the equation you can focus more on textures and shapes. Here is my Monochromatic wish list. I am not saying I’d wear all of these pieces together! But as individual items I adore them. And you can slip them into any monochrome look and go from looking dark and moody to more fun and playful! Everything in this wish list is completely unisex. Although some of the pieces were designed for one gender in mind I really feel that everything here can be worn by anyone male or female.

(Click the description for a direct link to the item page)

Hope everyone has had a good start to their week!

B, X