As of late, the most important event in the fashion world is The Sex And The City Movie. Last week, [after the premiere] there were FOUR newspapers with a picture of SJP on the cover, and i haven't seen many blogs that haven't posted about it yet. This is all great, and i'm not saying that i won't be one of the many queuing to see the film, but unfortunately, this is distracting attention away from what is called the 'Resort Collection'.

As soon as the link for the 'Resort Line' popped up inside a Style.com email, i was confused. I am relatively new to the world of fashion beyond shopping, and so had to resort to Vogue + *gasp* Wikipedia to help me define the third fashion season. It turns out, besides the Spring/Summer and the Autumn/Winter, there is a reasonably new semi-season, a 'cruise' or a 'resort' collection, and the more wearable sibling of the fashion seasons. The concept of the whole idea is a fashion line thats summery, will last throughout autumn and summer, and essentially, holiday-ready.

CHRISTIAN DIOR.

Dior is certainly the most elegant of the resort collections. Christian clearly took his inspiration from the sixties, and has incorporated it into the cruise-wear in a way that's very 5-star-hotel-in-Paris. Throughout the show, it was clear that Dior wanted to cater for all the Holiday-maker's needs. There was Day, Beach, Night and Formal wear, to make sure Dior is the full package. The collection is literally bursting with gorgeous colours, particularly Orange, Mustard, Fushia and Deep Purples. Paisley seems to be on its rebound [oh joy...] aswell as vertical stripes, bows and heavy, heavy jewellery.

VERDICT: 6/10. Classy, and fantastic colouring, although many of the formal dresses were too snow-bunny-ish and the prospect of Paisley has put me off...

Chanel.

What does amazing clothing, surreal scenery and hot male models create? A very, very jealous blogger. I totally agree with Laird Borrelli-Persson from Style.com observation of Karl's own style influencing the beginning of the collection, with his trademark black tie + shirts. Other influences was Coco Chanel's cream and black, and of course her tailoring and elegance. The whole collection was very rock and roll meets masculinity, elegance or tribal wear. It also played homage to the S/S 08 collection with Americana, featuring wide legged denim and pearls. As an extra, the collection featured possibly the NICEST chanel bag EVER, which not doubt will have its own post soon.

VERDICT: 9/10. Loved it. Loved it all.

Fendi.

I think what i liked about this was how it was so simple, it was extreme. It certainly isn't a groundbreaking collection, nor chanel-esque scenery, but the simplicity of the two combine to create a resort line of Gap-meets-seventies/sailor. I did adore the gorgeous long waves and simple makeup as seen on the models though. Its all neutrals, and in classic shapes, but oddly, is what i know i'd wear if i were rich enough to 'cruise'.

Verdict: 8/10. Liked the simplicity, loved the hair.

P.S-

I don't mean to yet again bore you with my excuses, but i am back for this week. Next week i will be on holiday, and so unable to post, but after that, and know my exams are over [oh the joy...], i should be back to normal.

Thanks for still reading, i will reply either today or tomorrow. :)

Have a good evening.

Molly xo.

I know, i know, i've been bad on this whole posting every three days thing. Im sorry, i will try to keep up from now on.

The subject of this post comes from my trips to facehunter. Usually, this street-style sanctuary gives me inspiration and style ideas. But alas, today was diffrent.

Upon log on, i found LEGGINGS. Leggings are simply the worst fashion statment in the world. [Besides Crocs and Uggs]. So i've decided. Now is the time to stand. All for the ban of leggings say i?

CASE STUDIES:

If only these girls weren't so chic... Molly xo.

They said i couldn't do it. They said it would be impossible to turn my rugby-mad brother into a fashionista. And now hes referencing to America's Next Top Model. Im a genius, i really am.

Today in the unpredictable land that is England, it has been 25 degrees. Here i am, sitting in my shorts as taken by my twelve year old brother. That's family for you!

T-shirt & cardigan- H&M, shorts- originally jeans from peacocks, pearls- accesorize.

I've been kindly tagged by clutch22 , Cate & e.jay , so here are only 6 of my many quirks.

1. I watch crap on tv to help me sleep. it works alot better than counting sheep.
2. I am a sim-a-holic. As molly knows, i am pretty much obsessed with my sim-families.
3. I have a paper round. And i often deliver to the wrong houses without noticing.
4. I listen to 'chav' music. Even though i am the farthest thing from gangster.
5. I smile pretty much all of the time. I've been told off for it on many occasions, been told i remind a friend of a '4-year-old' and asked if i've ever been miserable in my life.
Now i have to tag 6 of you lovely bloggers, and as i could pick lots of you, im going to say if you want to be tagged, then you are officially tagged by fashionyou.

have a good day everyone. Molly xo.

Okay, so this is going to be a bit of a 'pickle' post. [Its basically adding together a couple of my posts with my new camera and creating what i hope will be a reasonably good read.] I am sorry that i've been providing pretty crap posts this last week, but my computer/coursework issue is all sorted, and from now on its back to regular Fashionyou.

Firstly, i would like to mention that i now have my camera. I was pretty pleased i could get one for so cheap, even though it isn't as good quality as my last one. Its by Samsung and it was £69.99, which isn't at all bad.

Anyway, moving onto the actual post.. This weekend, after purchasing my camera i had plenty of time to browse the shops [3 hours to be exact] which meant i had the opportunity to check out some of the high street items I've posted about in the last couple of weeks. If you think back to my post about jumpsuits [the one asking for your advice on a certain Gap ensemble?] Alot of you told me to get it, and probably more were not so enthusiastic. So, i went to check it out, and was vaguely pleased...

I always find it nice how everything is laid out in nice 'colour zones' in Gap so you can find everything you need.. but its equally annoying that the sizes are so strange. Think you're a size 8? In Gap you are at least a 4. The jumpsuit turned out to be a bit baggy and as many of you said, did make me look like i was 4 years old. I didn't buy it, despite the staffs persistence [and surprisingly good looks...]. But i think i may check back to see if they have any smaller sizes.

You may also remember the Marimekko post? If you do, then you'll remember how optimistic i was about the range? I liked the colours, but not all of the shapes & cuts etc...?

Unfortunately most of it was gone, but i did manage to try on this short/t-shirt outfit. As Coco said, unfortunatelty it was very poor fabric, so much so i couldn't imagine it holding together for long... But hey, it did make me feel summery, although its probably not what i'd spend my money on...

I guess i shoudn't really be taking photos in changing rooms, but i was too excited to get my camera out...

I hope you are all well. Mollyxo.

What does a recently broken computer + 6 essays to re-type equal? Very, very tired fingers. So im afraid dear bloggers that this is a quick one. More of a you-answer-me than a-me-talking-to-you post. For todays post, im thinking back to the post about Miss Amy Winehouse i did a month back,as she became the muse for Karl Lagerfeld @ Chanel. Since then, i have been thinking more into the who-is-who of celeb/stylist muses, and have compiled the finest.

DUFFY FOR DOLCE & GABBANA

Everyone knows Duffy is an amazing singer, but what you may not know is that she has also has amazing style, and is the new muse of D&G. Apparently she wowed the fashion gods at a concert and has been asked to take over the role from Madonna *scoff scoff*

KATIE SHILLINGFORD FOR GARETH PUGH If you had never heard of her before, dont worry, i hadn't either. Turns out she's the ex-editor of Dazed And Confused, and also stylist to Gareth Pugh's catwalks. He's worked with her for four years and 'couldn't think of anyone else but Katie' to be his muse. All i know is that she had one hell of a haircut, and that there isn't many pictures of her on the internet.

AGYNESS DEYN FOR HOUSE OF HOLLAND

Best friends for a few years, the style duo even live together, and along with her quirky style, its no suprise she makes the 'perfect muse' for house of holland.

so, who would be your muse?

have a good evening everyone,

Molly xo.

For anyone who has read my blog recently, [or for that matter just stumbled upon it] you will have pretty much gathered that i am not a big fan of designer/celebrity collaborations. I believe that the designers should stick to the high end, and the high street, well, to the high street!So when i read about print-based label Marimekko's collision with high street giant [and personal favourite] shop h&m, i couldn't help but to be optimistic. And later, when an opening email from the shop itself landed in my inbox, i was pleasantly suprised by the delightful illustrations created for the line.

But, later when i had purchased my monthly style bible, Vogue, i read the mini mag [did anyone catch it? i do love my mini-mags] which was in association with h&m and was presented with images from the new collaboration. I was startled by the intensity of the prints clashed together with the heavy jewels and a menagerie of paint-like makeup. It was all very unusual and 'editorial' and seemed rather dissapointing [even though the pictures were striking, and beautiful.], and looked unwearable. [Sorry for the bad quality- yet again scanners' acting up.]

However, after checking the website for more details, i can ensure you that the collaboration is not as bad as i have described it. The pretty smock dresses and tunic tops are all very 60's and overall, very pleasing. I would certainly wear some of the items, which consist of the prints "Keidas (art nouveau swirl), Linssi (diagonal swirl), Petrooli (red rimmed red spot) and Jonas, (a black spider-like swirl)".

My favourite peice is probably the shift dresses which [if you look on the website] come in a variety of gorgeous prints from Marimekko. Its altogether a nice line, daring, yet simple for everyday wear.

Note: Agh. Why am i making this remark? Because my computer crashed with a virus last week so I haven't been able to post. Also, all my coursework was lost except the few peices i had saved at school. I am NOT a happy bunny. Im guessing this post is a little late [try a week late] but i am sorry, and i promise i will return to regular posting.

Im trying my best to reply to comments, im really sorry! :)

Also- For the anonymous comment: Babi-molly@hotmail.com

Have a good day everyone,

Molly xo.

Agh. The shop that were 'fixing' my camera have declared that it cannot be fixed. So now i have the task of saving for a new one. So hopefully i will have a camera soon.

But from one person-behind-the-camera to another, i present you my second fashion mini-biography on the topic of: legendary photograper Patrick Demarchelier.

Info bit:

The french photographer was born in 1994 and since then has become a major name in the photography industry. He has shot dozens of editorials for American, British and Paris Vogue. He has also shot covers for Rolling Stone, Glamour, and Elle. Also, he has shot campaigns for Ralph Lauren and Calvin Klein. He was also mentioned in Devil Wears Prada [hence the title...].

Recently, he shot 'the sheltering sky' for British Vogue with model Jessica Stam, showcasing this seasons prettiest fashions.

Im sorry this is a bit hurried, but i have the dreaded return to school tomorrow, so i'm very busy [but i hope these gorgeous pictures make up for it!] Thankyou all for your lovely comments, and i'll reply as soon as i can!

Have a nice day everyone,

Molly xo.

Just one week ago in England, it was snowing. This could seem a suprise to anyone that hasn't visited the land of unpredictable weather before, but to a local, this could seem quite normal.

The fact is, only a week later its flipping boiling! [Well, its 17 degrees, but thats scorching for easter] The birds are singing, the grass is green, and the sea blue sky is scattered with puffy white clouds. Which is all very well, but with no time to prepare outfits for the sudden dawning of summer, its left me quite bemused. And so, it's got me thinking of a new summer wardrobe [if only i had the money...] and therefore my summer footwear of choice, the sandal. Never before have i worn a sndal, as i tend to prefer a pretty ballerina pump, or a simple flip-flop. But no, the time has come, and logging onto ASOS, i've come over all inspired. For inside this beacon of online fashion, is a pair [and more] of sandals for every occasion...

Im definately buying the lace up work/office pair.

Have a good day everyone,

Molly xo.

NOTE: Untill my camera is fixed [2-3 weeks] i will be posting more of these meaningless posts. So bare with me!

There are parts of fashion that everyone hates. My Dad hates wedge heels and anything baggy or 'vintage'. My Mum hates anything made out of PVC. My 5 year old sister detests wearing the colour green. And My Brother doesn't know the foggiest about fashion, so we just won't go there.

As for me? I hate[d] jumpsuits.

Why i hear you ask? That's a good question. The jumpsuit has been a part of my life for as long as i can remember. For the first couple of years of my life i wore them. My uncle, and close family friend [who are both builders] wore them, and still do to this day. Perhaps it was a jumpsuit overload that has triggered my hatred for the one piece suit, or perhaps it was the imaginable difficulty of taking them off/ putting them back on for toilet trips.

I don't know what it was, but what i do know is that i feel i am being converted. To anyone that read yesterdays post, you'll see i evaluated danish brand eluise which featured not one, but two jumpsuits. And whats more- i loved them. They're slouchy, look comfortable and come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colours.

Moschino & Stella McCartney S/S '08.

And with all the hype around them for S/S, i feel that perhaps i am ready to embrace this trend. [Which i am annoyed about because i was so adamant i hated them!] So you can imagine my supreme excitement when i saw that GAP UK has produced a jumpsuit similar to the one i mentioned in a previous post from Stella McCartney- and for £510.50 less!:

Note the better quality of my scans- my scanner now works and i have bought photoshop!

So what do you guys think? Should i buy it? It is growing on me... and at £39.50 its cheap.. enough..?
Your opinions are needed!

Have a good evening everyone...

Molly xo.

Technically, I'm an eighth danish. [My grandad's mum is danish] But i spend most of my holidays there so that must count for something right?

Well, I'd love to be because every time i visit Denmark [in particular Copenhagen], the cities are literally packed with well dressed ladies, all clad in high end fashion. I think with all of the hype based around Paris/Milan/London/New York, other style meccas go unnoticed, and Denmark would definitely qualify.

picture credit: street style in copenhagen

So, you can imagine my excitement i came across danish brand ELUISE. Not just because its a danish brand, but also because it's got that simple, yet baggy style that i dearly love. According to the S/S 08 text the line is:

"it's inspired by travel, movement and time. the silhouettes and drapings are influenced by designer louise stubkjear's ability to work in a simple way with the natural shapes of the material combined with a classical expression"

And even though i can't really see the link between time, it is clear that the draping silhouettes of the white jumpsuit, and the playful beach romper are definitely reminiscent of the 1980's [and earlier's] jetsetters.

When i take on of my 40 yearly trips to denmark, i will try to visit the store and post some pictures up. [i MAY be going to the end of April, but these trips can be very unpredictable!]

Have a good evening,

Molly xo.

- All links added, sorry if i kept you waiting!

As i've said before [1stb'daypost] i never really pay attention to the beautiful catwalk people. [However, according to many designers, models are not meant to make any expression at all in thier faces so that people notice the clothes not them. (Unless your Stella M. and have the great revelation to let models smile.) So maybe i'm just playing into the designer's hands] Although, even if i did notice faces, im hopeless with names so i probably wouldnt remember any, especially not long exotic names that most seem to have these days. But, as my fashion knowledge is growing [slowly...] i decided to provide you [and me] with a model referance of a few new faces of the fashion world and some pictures and other bits i can find out about them.

Siri Tollerod

Age: 19

Agency: Trump

Hometown: Norway

Signed since 16 Siri decided to finish college first [beauty and brains!] and so started modelling as a career in summer 2007. [something i'm sure most girls would like to do.]

Since being signed, shes starred in an extroadinary 60 shows this season alone, many with major fashion houses such as dior, mcqueen [lucky girl...], Feretti, Prada and Louis Vuitton. She also has starred in ads for Pepe, DKNY and more, and in magazines such as Vogue UK, Italy, and Paris and Lula. She's gorgeous but is mostly known for her 'pout' and long legs.

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Masha Tyelna

Age: 18

Hometown: Ukraine

Agency: Women

Masha has been dubbed 'the alien beauty' with her enourmous eyes [which make her come across with a mixture of scared/shocked expression at times] However, she is an alternate beauty and someone i'm sure even I would be unlikely to forget.

She's been featured in Italy Vogue along with Agyness Deyn, and has been seen on the catwalk for Prada, Alexander McQueen, Louis Vuitton, Nina Ricci, DKNY, Vera Wang, Jil Sander, Chloé, and Marc by Marc Jacobs. Out of all the models i've reviewed- she's the main lady to watch.

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Toni Garrn

Age: 17

Hometown: Germany

Agency: Storm [probably THE best agency in the universe]

Toni signed with woman managment in 2007, and later signed to the prestigious STORM agency. She has been featured in numerous ads and editorials, such as ELLE & ELLE italy, Glamour, French Vogue, and CK.

Her big break into the modelling world is when Calvin Klein exclusivley booked her for the opening and finishing act of his 2008 show, which is a HUGE deal as supermodels Moss & Vodianova both became 'super' following being a CK exclusive. Big things must follow, and i'm going to be watching.

Newcoming models are suprisingly hard to find, but i'll keep searching, and if i find any more i'll let you know.

Have a good evening,

Molly xo.

Mum: 'you'll never guess who just walked into Reiss [clothes store, Cambridge]. AMY WINEHOUSE!'

Im not much of a celebrity fan. I suppose its because I've never come into contact with many before. But when i walked into Reiss to see a petite beehive clad Amy Winehouse, i'll admit i was thrilled. She was wearing a tight pair of skinny jeans and high top trainers and was accompanied by a bodyguard. This was before her whole drug-use trauma, and seemed perfectly happy browsing the rails.

Peronally, i've never really liked her style that much. Her baggy jeans, trainers and tattoos are all a bit manly for my liking. I'll admit she does have talent and i am very pleased she is back from rehab and is on the mend. But really, shes not my cup of tea style-wise.

However, she has been influenced and been linked to the fashion world very strongly this season. She is known as Karl LAgerfeld's muse and inspired many catwalk beauty looks with her winged eyes and bouffant hair. She performed at Fendi's store opening and at many of the major music events.

And when Paris Vogue did a fashion spread inspired by her in the Febuary issue, i'm going to have to bite the bullet and admit that i loved it. The model [Isabelli Fontana] captured Amy's often bizzare behaviour well, and the shoot really reflects her personality and dress sense.

Photo credit: Paris Vogue, F&ART

Molly xo.

Is it strange that i find paper advertising booklets more exciting than internet based ones?

Perhaps it is, but when a magazine for fashion label COS arrived with my monthly edition of British Vogue, i had to read it before even opening the main magazine. [Believe me, thats a big deal.]

And once opened, i was impressed. COS is a label of women's and menswear which specialises in basic designs with sharp tailoring with low prices. [which i personally think is never a bad thing] The booklet wasn't all advertising, with pages of inspiration, from places to people that were both amusing and intresting to read. There were pages of basic black and white shots of the simple clothing shot by Willy Vanderperre, which was refreshing compared to the complicated campaigns of the major fashion houses. Then came a prettier line called 'Remix' that featured a more complicated range of designs, showing basic black and jewel colouring teemed with graphic lines.

See the whole booklet here: http://www.cosstores.com/cos-spring-summer-2008.pdf

Well, i'm off to my beloved Cambridge to shop tomorrow, so i'll be posting my purchases soon. Have a good easter everyone!

Molly xo.

Yes, it's only been a day since i last posted, but when i've got the blogging spirit, i kind of have to post. So, here i am again with what i hope is going to be an interesting post. :)

I've always been fascinated by Anna Piaggi ever since reading about her in my personal fashion bible 'The Cheap Date's Guide to Style'. And when i saw this picture on the Satorialist I felt the need to find out more. So here it is, the first ever Fashion Biography to ever grace the posts of Fashionyou.

Anna Piaggi is an international writer and stylist, and her articles have been shown on the pages of Italian Vogue in which she has been the creative consultant since 1988, and Vanity Fair. However, she is more often recognised for her eccentric taste in stile and always unique hair and makeup. According to the V&A she has an amazing 2865 dresses. She has been associated with Manalo Blahnik, Karl Lagerfeld and Stephen Jones.

And here are a few questions asked to her by The Telegraph in 2006:

Who are your favourite designers of the moment? I like Dolce & Gabbana and Rifat Ozbek. Also John Galliano, because he's a designer whose clothes create their own mood. I've recently rediscovered Chanel, who I used to wear years ago. I particularly like the collections they make for Japan, full of such stunning patterns and colours. I've also rediscovered Missoni, the clothes are made with such craft. And I like the modernism and discipline of Prada.

What have been your biggest fashion indulgences? Hats (by either Philip Treacy or Stephen Jones), gloves (from Missoni Men, with cutout fingers - I wear them while I'm working and with matching nail varnish) and walking canes (from Madeleine Gély, 218 blvd St Germain, Paris).

Read More Here...

Truly an icon...

Have a nice day everyone.

Molly xo.

P.s-> Please note the kind donation of Kamel from Style&TheCity who invited me to use his photo scroll box thing. His pictures really are amazing.

Sitting and trying to concentrate on my ICT coursework, i [miraculously] am finding myself pondering over fashion matters. And todays main subject is the new Giles Deacon range for New Look. I must admit i have never REALLY been a fan of celeb/designers collaborations as they're often not so much the designers style, but more the store's style. Basically they are always disapointing, and only result in shopping stampedes within the high street. So, when i read about Giles deacon's FOURTH collection for New Look, i was horrified. For anyone that is British, i think you can agree that New Look isn't exactly a beacon of style. And for anyone out of Britain, it's THE only store that happens to sell the most unpleasant version of trends ever. Luckily, there were copies of Look magazine that showed the collection in its full glory [not]. I must admit is IS more impressive than his last bizzare collection, and i probably could stretch to buyin the candy coloured glasses, and perhaps even the pink folded dress, but nothing else is really that exciting. At least it's modelled by the always-fabulous Agyness.. :) Have a nice evening everyone, Molly xo.