Dress Down Style: Vanessa Hong

It's been a while but no excuses... life just got in the way


Vanessa Hong from The Haute Pursuit has so many pieces I want, I wouldn't even know where to begin. An obvious lover of leather and leopard print (a girl after my own heart), this is the epitome of effortless style.

I can transform ya!

I was going to post on the Grammy's fashion but didn't see anything that was worthy! Everyone played it safe and was quite boring and the ones that took, shall we say 'risks', shouldn't have (I'm looking at you Nicki Minaj). The real star of the whole weekend wasn't even at the main event but at a pre party. You'll never guess who this is! 

via concreteloop

It's Amerie! I was staring for a good 10 seconds and had no clue it was her. Who knew a haircut could change your appearance so much.For those that don't know what she looked like before...

Even though its a overgrown bowl cut it suits her. The outfit and hair just makes her look younger without being a try hard and is perfect for any party.

Can't speak French...

So I'll let the t-shirts do the talking... French company Be Priv Paris thrives on well known icons on their t-shirts/ sweatshirts. Difference is, is that they add their own cartoon-like humour to add a bit of, how you say, 'je ne sais pas' to them

It's Like That!

Now the snow has died down (for the time being) we can stop thinking about wellies and hiking boots and concentrate on these beauties below. They are the work of Cordwainers College London graduate Cleo B (Cleo Barbour) and feature in her new collection inspired by 80s Hip Hop.

Say it with flowers!

Now I've accepted that these will the only flowers I'll be seeing this month *sigh* but at least these will never die!

Topshop Co-ord Tropical Floral Blazer

Zara Floral Printed Trousers

ASOS Floral Suit

I'm not usually one for floral prints but these new takes on it have got me on side. Now the ASOS suit might be a bit much all together and could easily be styled for any high fashion magazine.

How High?

Hi-tops are making a comeback this season and with Margiela pushing the boundaries with this liquid metal version, you can't help but notice. I haven't worn hi-tops in ages (maybe due to working in an office) but with these beauties on offer who can resist... I can until pay day.

1. Maison Martin Margiela Metallic High-Tops

2. Pierre Hardy Metallic Leather High-Tops

3. Ash Bowie Wedge Grey Hi-Tops

4. Giuseppe Zanotti Embellished Leather High-Tops

My Latest...

I loved this Maria Francesca Pepe ring when I first saw it, its like a non threatening knuckle duster. 

I've never heard of this jewellery brand before but I'm glad I had a look at their website because this is totally me! Their latest collection 'Poison' boasts of ethereal, feminine yet bold pieces and the images look like they have come off the pages of Elle.