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Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010
Scorching shades of red stormed the catwalks this season, drenching S/S10′s most covetable pieces with hues of vermilion, raspberry and coral. Dive in with bright, clashing accessories and just a touch of contrasting black for a look that’s bold, brilliant and bursting with power!! Have a look at our ‘Gypsy05′ organic cotton maxi dresses that are made in a solar powered factory in downtown LA!!
Lauren Conrad of ‘The Hills’, pictured here, has it in every colour! Want to look like a goddess??? You will in this dress, it’s gorgeous and good to the planet too. (Also available in yellow and shades of grey)
How to wear it:
*romantic ruffles and soft draping jersey add texture
*highlight searing flashes of scarlet with accessories in fun clashing colours or warm with luxe gold
*pair a long dress with a contrasting jacket for simple evening elegance.
Finish with a clash of colour with a sequin clutch (Check out Accessorize for them), add a bold gold tribal collar or cuff!! Bright red lipstick would be too heavy, go for a red lip gloss instead!!
Tags: Christine Aguilera, Lauren Conrad, Nicole Richie, Olivia Palermo, Olsen Twins
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Sunday, February 28th, 2010
Designers looked to art for their Spring/Summer colour palette. Paul Smith’s pinks and vermilion (orange to you and me), Proenza Schouler’s colbalts and greens, Viktor & Rolf and Andrew Gnu rocked yellow and Diane von Furstenberg rocked them all together!
Check out our brights such as ‘Yessie’ in orange and brown check. (Yessie can also be worn as a skirt with a white vest, hey presto two looks in one, and less luggage!!!) Checks are big too this season.
How to wear Brights:
*mix it up – Don’t be afraid to pair brights with busy brocades and rich textures.
*don’t go matchy-matchy – try coral shoes with an emerald dress, a la Lanvin.
*smile!!! these eye-popping hues are mood elevators!! (we could all do with a bit of that!)
Team with peacockish jewellery with clusters of coloured stones. Check out our ‘Eelskin’ clutch in bright colours
Tags: Andrew Gnu, Brights, Clothes shops in Wirral, Paul Smith, Shops in West Kirby, Shops in Wirral, Trends
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Sunday, February 28th, 2010
Of all the trends for Spring/Summer 2010 that were evident on the catwalks of the world, my two favourite were Nude and Underwear as Outerwear!! Nude ruled at Lanvin, Antonio Berardi, Stella McCartney and Fendi, replacing black and grey as our colour staples. Preen, Dolce & Gabbana, Stella McCartney and Dior.
For day team khaki or cream pants or jeans and a soft leather jacket; for evening how about a sexy draped shoulder dress or how about the ‘Garan’ dress below, Nude and Underwear as Outerwear in one look. Dior teamed their lacey slip with a short trench coat to great effect.
How to wear ‘Nudes’:
*team lighter more feminine pieces with modern tailoring such as a work suit.
*experiment with the full palette: mix different tones.
*buy jackets and tops that complement YOUR skin tone.
How to wear ‘Underwear as Outerwear’:
*stick to a palette of black, stone, nude and taupe.
*mix with tailored pieces by day.
*add suede and leather in neutral shades for an urban feel and to play down the feminine connotations.
Team with matte lipstick in coral. A dusting of bronzing powder adds a subtle hint of colour and prevents you looking washed out!
Tags: Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Nude Trends, Preen, Stella McCartney
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Monday, February 1st, 2010
Mimi was founded in 2001 by London based designer Mimi Berry. The original Mimi store is situated on Cheshire Street (just off Brick Lane) and is home to Berry’s studio where the entire Mimi collection is designed and housed.
A graduate of Central Saint Martins, and regular exhibitor at London Fashion Week, Berry has acquired an international reputation for her commitment to classic craftsmanship and stylish understated design. The Mimi store with its wooden floors, gilded mirrors, traditional English haberdashery cabinets and industrial light fittings, is an eclectic feast for the eye and a treat for any handbag collector.
Each season Mimi launches a new collection for both men and women, which includes everything from sleek weekend bags, sturdy satchels and gorgeous clutch bags, to a diverse selection of ladies leather purses. The range uses beautiful colors throughout, including scarlet reds, yellows, rich browns and bright metallics. All Mimi pieces are made from exquisite Italian leather and are manufactured in the United Kingdom to ensure the highest production quality and ethical standards.
Mimi sells in select boutiques in London, the UK and Europe, as well as internationally in the US, Japan and Australia.
In 2007 Berry was commissioned by Tate Britain to design a unique collection of leather bags, purses and cardholders to be sold exclusively at Tate shops. The Mimi For Tate collaboration was so successful that the range remains ongoing with new styles launched seasonally.
Tags: 'It bag', Celebrity, Eco friendly, fashion, handbags, London Fashion Week, Mimi for Tate, Spring, Summer, Tate Britain, Tate museum, Trends
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Tuesday, December 8th, 2009
Well what can I say but WOW!! Our store opening has been a great success and we are really pleased with how things are going! I think the music videos are much appreciated too!
We will be continually looking out for new brands and have already sourced three for the new season. Can’t wait to go buying in February and seeing what else we can find. Watch this space and we will keep you WELL informed, we get so excited we can’t keep it to ourselves!!
x x
Tags: Citrine, Citrine-online, Clothes shops, Independant Clothes shops, Shops in West Kirby, Shops in Wirral
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Friday, October 23rd, 2009
We have very exciting news – our very first store is opening November! We couldn’t keep the news to ourselves any longer. If you are in the Wirral area why not give us a visit, we will be located at 15 Grange Road, West Kirby.
We will be stocking the usual high quality and unusual pieces that we stock online but with more added. Look out for mongolian fur gilets, fantastic jewellery and beautiful butter soft handbags, all this coupled with excellent customer care!!
Drop in if you can we would love to see you X
Tags: 'It bag', Add new tag, Celebrity, Eco friendly, fashion, LA Fashion, LA Stars, Lauren Conrad, monogolian fur gilets, Nicole Richie
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Friday, June 26th, 2009
This season, waves have bounced back onto the beauty scene with a twist. The perfect hairstyle for summer and a firm favourite on the sunny, celebrity packed west coast of America. The A-list are currently showcasing three great ways to wear the trend.
For a true beach wave, look to surfer girl Cameron Diaz and queen of laid back boho style Sienna Miller, who wear their hair loosely waved.
Use big barrel tongs to get the look or plait your hair on holiday, let it dry and then comb out with your fingers.
If you want to rock this look in the city, emulate New Yorker Chloe Sevigny who adds edge to the look by mixing waves with straight sections and texture. Use a texturiser to get this disheveled look.
If you’re more groomed than grunge, take your cue from so-chic Kate Bosworth. She gets the look right for night with perfectly prepped and polished waves pulled back into a loose ponytail. Use a shine spray to add extra polish.
What do you think? Straight or Wavy? Let us know we would love to hear from you x
Tags: Beauty, Celebrity, fashion, LA Fashion, LA Stars, Lauren Conrad, Nicole Richie, Trends
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Wednesday, May 6th, 2009
Staying radiant doesn’t have to be tricky – just try this skin-nurturing combo. . . .
1 Protect your skin 24/7
Advanced Night Repair Protective Recovery Complex:
£34.26 for 30ml.
This unique serum protects by day and repairs by night. Think of it as
insurance for younger, healthier-looking skin.
2 Target lines, dryness, puffiness and dark circles
Advance Night Repair Eye Recovery Complex:
£32.30 for 15ml.
White birch, yeast and mushroom extracts keep eyes looking fresh,
rested and silky smooth.
Exerpts from Grazia magazine –
April 2009.
Tags: Beauty, LA Stars, News, Summer, Trends
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Tuesday, April 14th, 2009
Winner of the Accessory of the Year 2009!!
Makki has an eco fashion policy and supports artisans who have developed ancient techniques over years, each piece has the unique one-of-a-kind appeal owing to the handmade and hand dyed qualities.
Featured in ‘Vogue’ this month as well as stocked at the exclusive ‘Dorchester Hotel’ in Mayfair and the infamous ‘Le Bon Marche’ in Paris, Makki uses the finest grade Eel skin leather; it is much softer than normal leather even though it is 3 times stronger.
They have an exciting range of accessories including purses, belts, cuffs, card holder and passport holders, in a wide range of colours such as Hot Pink, Teal, Purple and Antique White.
In house designed, Makki boasts an excellent relationship with the artisans who make their designs, and Makki does not negotiate on the suppliers’ price, uses the finest quality materials and consistently pays up-front. When possible they visit places of work and ensure good quality working conditions are maintained.
In a world where disposable fashion using cheap labour and mass produced items are becoming the norm, Makki is offering the consumer fashion with a conscience. All available to order online at http://www.citrine-online.co.uk/bags/cat_5.html
Tags: 'It bag', Celebrity, Eco friendly, fashion, handbags, LA Fashion, News, Summer
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Sunday, March 29th, 2009
Hollywood can’t get enough of glamorous headbands! From Nicole Richie and Lauren Conrad to Paris Hilton to Victoria Beckham Hollywood starlets are accessorising their tresses in style.
Not only do they bring preppy glamour to the ladies of Gossip Girl, they also rescue us from our own bad hair days. But we just aren’t sure about the latest reincarnation of this hair accessory – the hippy hairband. Nicole Richie wore a bejewelled version by Jennifer Behr recently opting for a sparkling take on the retro headgear that looks more glam than Woodstock. We think she pulls it off to a dazzling degree, but we can accept it probably isn’t for everyone.
Would you wear any of this headgear??? Tell us what you think at info@citrine-online.co.uk.
Tags: Celebrity, fashion, LA Fashion, LA Stars, Nicole Richie
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