Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Get the look - plus more casual, work, party pairings

A glum faced Victoria Beckham - on missing an opportunity to see her husband David, on a different connecting flight at Heathrow; still managed to look absolutely fab in her masculine- tailored- military trend inspired outfit. If you fancy the look like I do, here are picks to give Mrs Beckham a run for her money with a considerably lower price tag.



1. Joy the store- Grey lace back vest £18 2. Vera Wang - Olive green cotton cuffed trousers £29 3. Warehouse @ Asos longline tailored blazer £30 4. Office Rickshaw court shoes £40


Spring trend: shorts and blazer combo with a floral twist..


1. Oasis -Printed cotton sateen Jacket £70 2. Oasis printed sateen shorts £38 3. Oasis pleated blue leather bag £50 4. Kurt Geiger black bonnie court shoes £49 5. Marks and Spencer beaded necklace set £15


To work or corporate events..Create ambience with white top to bottom ..


1. Marks and Spencer Ivory jacket and trousers £88 2. Micheal Kors walnut ruched tote £360 3. Rampage @ House of Fraser croc skin bag £99 5. Office Black patent court sling back £40 6. Warehouse diamond dreamer earrings £8


This seasons blue.. mixed with soft pink ..stay sweet and stylish...

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1. Next blue seam jersey dress £40 2. Mango clutch £ 22.90 3. River Island pink shoes £49.99


Spring hottest trends : Stripes !!!


1. Precis @ Debenhams block stripe belted tunic £29 2. John Rocha @ Debenhams black leggings £12 3. Marks and Spencer Autograph woven bag £149 4. Aldo brown leather peeptoes £70 5. New Look ornate bangle £8 6. New Look stripe disc earrings £5 7. New Look strip disc necklace £10 8. Dorothy Perkins red bow ring £4


Casual chic : fringes, stripes and military influence ..stay bang on trend !!



1. H & M stripe vest £9.99 2. Very.co.uk Love label military crop jacket £45 3. Love label ripped jeans £29 4. Farfetch - Antonio Peto black felt hat £89 5. Oasis fringe cross body bag £50 6. Warehouse fringe jersey scarf £28 7. Warehouse diamond stretch bracelet £12 8. Aldo blue court shoes £40


Never have a place to go with nothing to wear ..... Wondering how to mix and match this seasons trends or what styles and colour suit you the most??? Email fabstarimage@googlemail.com let's solve your style puzzle.

Stay fab!!

Friday, March 26, 2010

What have you got planned this weekend ??

Wedding weekend? party weekend? Time out with the girls? Shopping weekend or a holiday weekend in the sun ??? I've got the look ....



1. Monsoon Elisa dress £95 2. Asos mixed bangles £12 3. Unze purple sandals £104.99 4. Alexander McQueen clutch £78



1. Bon Prix striped off the shoulder dress £24.90 2. Ted Baker structured green clutch £59 3. Ted Baker green peep toes £80 4. Mango bangles £14.90




1. Debenhams-Star by Julien McDonald animal print top £28 2. Debenhams Red Herring skinny Jeans £25 3. Lulu Guinness red patent Bag £395 4. Lk Bennett red patent court shoes £45 5. Bon Prix nude scarf £6.50 6. Marks and Spencer gold plated drop earrings £5 7. Marks and Spencer Per Una bangles £9.50 8. Asos necklace £16



1. Debenhams Gionni shoulder bag £38.40 2. Monsoon Sylvie stripe tunic £38 3. Brand Alley Les Tropeziennes navy blue and white wave flats £12.50 4. Miss Sixty denim outer wear £150 5. Bon Prix dangling necklace £11.90 6. Bon Prix patterned scarf £8.90




1. Topshop necklace £15 2.Republic Miso floral Maxi dress £26.99 3. Oasis quilted waist belt £10 4. Oasis quilted shoulder bag £20 5. £Juicy Couture fringe earrings £70




1. Matalan white quilted bag £8 2. Bank floral frill vest £19.99 3. Monsoon crop trouser £40 4. Office slippers £10



Where were these ankle boots, when the snow just wouldn't go away?? Plus other unique pieces
I've seen and loved....



1. Mini market patent wedge ankle boots £230 2. Vivienne Westwood red stud ankle boot £75 3. Vivienne Westwood black patent stud ankle boot£75 4. Alexander Wang Alla wedge mukes $650 5. Vivienne Westwood Lady dragon slingbacks all £88 each


It's all about wearing the right look to the right place... Wouldn't it be great if we had an outfit for every activity in our lives -right in our wardrobe....Then can we get on with other things in our very busy lives....

Can email me on fabstarimage@googlemail.com for any further enquiries on different looks and pieces above.

Enjoy your weekend and stay fab!

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

'The return of the Mac'...spring Jackets...

'Spring is when Life's alive in everything'-Christina Rossetti.
All of a sudden we feel like getting up and going anywhere go-able and doing anything do-able, it's neither too cold nor too warm. It's no wonder in the words of the French Novelist 'Victor Hugo', he says ' winter is in my head; but eternal spring is in my heart'.

Victoria Beckham illustrates spring perfectly, it's a time where it's allowed to bare a little flesh, wear pastels and neutral colours, bring out your sunglasses, throw your Mac- Jacket on and GO SHOPPING!!




As usual our celebrities wear them first. Style Icon -Twiggy's shade of nude pink seems to be the most popular trend this season followed by Neutral, white and grey ...every store's got them!






My year seem to always start in spring. That's when I'm most alive and ready to work it..fashion wise. Above were my choices from last year and luckily they transcend to this year's fashion..I spend time selecting my favourite spring trends and make sure I choose a jacket that can be paired with my work and casual clothes..I go for fit, simplicity, chic, and style.


Below are selections on the high street in different colours, patterns and styles..to ensure there is a mac for everyone out there..Whether you're going for understated or dramatic look ..There's a colour for everyone! Remember a Classic Mac is a 'must have' spring accessory..if bought in good quality can last up to three seasons or more....They are timeless fashion pieces..Invest wisely! .

Neutral Mac's



1. Very.co.uk Nude swing mac in the style of Twiggy £55 2. Fcuk mac's Mac £225 3. Monsoon neutral Mac £65 4. River Island military inspired Mac £49.99 5. Particularly love Oasis Ruffle Funnel trench coat £80 6. Red Herring @ Debenhams Natural frill Mac £40

More neutral colour macs



1. Karen Millen Crink cloth coat £250 2. Oasis grey ruffle tunnel trench coat £80 3. Karen Millen graphic stripe coat £250 4. Zara white Mac £49.99 5. Asos inch trench coat £65

Bold coloured Macs


1. Miss selfridge black animal skin pattern coat was £60 now £30 2.Miss Selfridge navy pleated Mac £60 3. Asos navy Mac £65

Colourful long length Macs



1. Jane Norman pleat skirted Mac £55 2. Particularly love Monsoon Fusion classic mac £85 3. Ted Baker orange Mac £199 4. Very.co.uk South teal coat £49 5. Debenhams Butterfly by Mathew Williamson Mint green belted trench coat £85 6. Reiss light blue coat £245

Colourful mid length Macs/Jackets



1.House of Fraser-Therapy Jazzer Mac £60 2. Next green jacket £32 3. Debenhams Julien MacDonald lime double breasted jacket £69 4. Debenhams Red Herring pink Mac £28 5. Debenhams Red Herring cobalt blue Mac £28 6. Debenhams John Rocha red stud detail Mac £70 7. Particularly love Debenhams Star by Julien MacDonald natural safari colour block jacket £65 8. Joy frill Mac £59 9. Asos cotton pleat Mac £65 10. Oasis red fitted pea coat £65 11. Monsoon neutral fringe Angelina jacket £120

Monochrome and pattern jackets...


1. Miss selfridge spot crombie jacket £55 2. Debenhams Jasper Conran navy spot mac £80 3. Particularly love Debenhams Red Herring white and black spotted Mac £50 4. Karen Millen Tarfeta trench £250

The Military inspired spring Jacket style as spotted on Keke Palmer



1. Miss Selfridge long jacket military £48 2. Particularly love Mango military jacket £84.90 3. New Look embellished military jacket £65

It doesn't matter if all you add to your spring wardrobe is a classic mac, get it in a bright colour to transform your look to an instant spring look or if you have a very colourful wardrobe, go for neutral tone jackets to balance your look and give you a classic finish... whatever you choose folks ..Choose fab..I've got my eyes on at least 3 of the above....

For any further enquiries on the above or can't find the item ...Email Fabstarimage@googlemail.com ...you'll own it in no time!!

Stay Fab!

Thursday, March 18, 2010

Maxi dresses and skirts in the styles of Nicole Scherzinger and Nicole Richie..

Earlier this year, there were reports that our favourite F1 couple Lewis Hamilton and Nicole Scherzinger of the pussy cat dolls had split. The couple later confirmed they have decided to go their separate ways to focus fully on their careers. I wondered why people so perfectly fit would decide to go separate ways... especially their fashion compatibility. Lewis Hamilton’s love for casual clothing isn't unexpected bearing in mind he is a sportsman, but Nicole is a natural when it comes to casual dressing particularly as she has carved her niche as a Bohemian princess...Who would have thought this considering her sexy persona as part of the pussy cat dolls... She is different off stage and perfectly suited to the style personality of Lewis Hamilton...Also, being that she would have to frequent the race track often ..I'm not very sure the race court is stiletto look compliant.


It's not all gloom as our favourite couple are back and stronger than ever, many must have expected this. I‘m particularly glad that I will enjoy the photo grabbing opportunities, to catch up on what Nicole might be wearing



Nicole's style is bohemian/gypsy and at times Grecian. She particular likes light earthly colours and floral fabrics. I love to refer to her as the queen of Maxi’s. Her style easily transcends from beachwear, holiday wear, casual, warm and tropical..... Classically, she still happens to pull the look on the red carpet. However she wears it, it oozes sexiness, class and style. Her style is comfortable yet stylish ...Whoever can look this stylish in flat shoes and gypsy skirts...Well Nicole can.



I've been wondering if it's a 'Nicole' thing as the other famous Nicole on the planet 'Nicole Richie' spots a similar style. Not only do they share the same name, they share the love of Maxi dresses. You could say Nicole's look is due to the fact, she is hardly seen these days without a baby bump but hey...she spots the Bohemian/Hippy look well, casually or on the red carpet...This has now become her very own trademark and has designed a similar maternity range. Funny enough Nicole's Rocker Husband Joel Maddens style is on the casual side too, which makes them pretty compatible. I'm wondering if the dress sense of both ladies had anything to do with the initial attraction by both Lewis Hamilton and Joel Madden...talking about style compatibility: Is It an absolute must????







When you think spring/ summer...Floral and dresses aren’t far off. Below are some handpicked piece from the high street for the Maxi lovers out there ...


1.Republic Miso floral Maxi £26.99 2.Oasis bandeau printed maxi dress £70 3. Mango Donatela dress £65.90 4. Mango floral dress £59


1. Monsoon Maxi dress £180 2. Net-a-Porter Antik Batik dress £143.04 3. Very.co.uk Jasmin Guinness Dress £89 4. Very.co.uk Caprice one-shoulder maxi dress £89

1. Monsoon maxi dress £160 2. Brown Nyx dress £595 3. Hoss Intropia tie and die maxi dress £265 4. Matalan tile flower print maxi dress £18

1. House of Fraser Aftershock colour contrasting maxi dress £55 2. Harvey Nichols Coo change maxi dress £165 3. Wallis maxi dress £50


1. Mango floral skirt £29.90 2. Mango graphic floral skirt £69 3. Marks and Spencer graphic print skirt £35




1. Monsoon Embroidery skirt £60 2. Monsoon Embroidery skirt £60 3. House of Fraser Kalico graphic print skirt £33 4. All saint Tarnish long skirt £72 5. Debenhams Jaeger skirt £65 6. Debenhams pink tiered embroidery skirt £8.40


Additional accessories suggestions to help create a bohemian look


1. House of Fraser After shock bag £27 2. Marks and Spencer Per Una tote bag £15 3. Roberto Cavalli studded bag £765 3. Miss Selfridge studded black bag £20 4. John lewis gold planet floppy wide trimmed hats £39 5. Littlewoods Polka fedora straw hat £18 6. Marks and Spencer Per una wooden bangles £9.50 7. Asos Vintage bangles £18 8.Marks and Spencer per Una rope necklace £12 9.Marks and Spencer assorted bead tribal collar necklace £15 10. Asos knotted wooden necklace £12 11. Asos studded bracelet £10 12. Dolce and Gabbana black aviators £94 13. Ray ban Pink lens classic gold aviator sunglasses £118 14. Dorothy Perkins Pink vintage rose scarf £10 15. Bon prix Animal print scarf £12.90 16. Bon prix green scarf £11.90





1. Oasis green Tassle sandal £25 2. Mark and Spencer Metallic woven sandal £25 3. Fcuk sandals £65 3. Office white sandal £20 4. Office black bow flats £20 5. Killah sequin sandals £45 6. Ted Baker orange flat sandal £60 7. Asos surface-to-air penta sandal wedges £265 8. Mango black suede top wedges £50 9. Asos surface to air penta black wedges £225 10. Oli shreds studded sandal £12 11. Matalan cream laser cut gladiator £12 12. Matalan white jewel and bead detail sandal £14 13. Matalan animal print jewel strappy sandal £12.


Whether your fashion style is classic, feminine, sporty, dramatic or bohemian ..you can always look fab...Choose the right pieces, accessories and make sure your makeup and hair are all in sync.
Also when partners dress complementing eachother, it kinds of rub off on the relationship and it's eventual success ...if you doubt me, try it!

Can email me for any enquiries on these pieces and look ...on fabstarimage@googlemail.com

Stay Fab!

Friday, March 12, 2010

Picks from the Oasis Mid-Season Sale

As quoted by Oasis, the brand creates beautifully designed range of clothing and accessories for the customer who makes confident purchases, from a Brand who gives originality, great quality and a consistent fit. Oasis collections are fashionable, wearable, colourful and are synonymous with quality, value and unique design.

They describe the Oasis Woman as a regular high street shopper and Oasis inspires her appetite for fashionable clothes. She generally makes considered purchases, which is why she loves Oasis – our collections are wearable and can transcend seasons while still having a fashionable edge.

I enjoy the simple yet stylish tailoring of work clothes, as well as party and casual wear offered by Oasis. Most of my Oasis pieces last many years including jewellery. Oasis has one of the best shift dresses on the high street yearly...It's mid priced with quality guaranteed.

The mid-season Oasis sale has begun knocking off up to 50% on this new season styles.. Here are some of my picks on the sale.....




This season is all about graphic design on fabrics. This Oasis intarsia panel dress with solid colours that can transcend through warm and cool weather can either be dressed down with leggings or up with a classic single colour stiletto like Sarah Harding. Was £50 now £30


Get your hands on this seasons colour and fabric 'grey and leather'. It's the biker season and almost everyone's been spotted wearing leather.. Leather has found it's way onto the red carpet as worn by Eva Longoria. Was £125 now £70


Layering is big this year. Spot the look like our very own Claudia Schiffer with this Chunky panel cardi...Remember, keep it neutral. Was £35 now £20



It's our girl next door, Leona Lewis spotting the stripe crop cardi trend. Was £35 now £20




We only need a corsage on to look like our favourite style queen, Michelle Obama. Oasis print lantern dress has unique padding on the hips to guarantee that woman curvy figure. Was £70 now £30



Woman of the moment 'Sandra Bullock', the Oscar winning actress for her part in the movie 'The Blind Side' with so many shift fashion moments..The posh Samaritan look transmits to the real life Bullock with her no nonsense persona evident in her style, the stylish origami cut shift dress...Grab a dress like hers in Oasis Was £65 now £30



Jennifer Ellison voted world sexiest woman by FHM knows that wearing a well tailored and structured dress can show off your sexiness with minimal effort. With the right hems and seams, illusions of perfection are achievable ..Try this Oasis panelled pencil dress. Was £65 now £30




The queen of casual-chic works the tux/blazer look on the red carpet. I've seen this look frequent the red carpet of recent. Well the blazer/tux look since 2009 is now here to stay... It can transform any look to glam, classic, chic ...This Oasis runway crop jacket was £30 now £15




I wonder how many people like me, is thinking Wow 'I love this look'. Who would imagine a T-shirt and denim could look this cool..Thanks to the classic accessorising plus blazer combo..'textbook look' I love to call it...Start by owning this Oasis Slouch Pocket jacket..and be half way there. Was £50 now £30



A simple vest is a wardrobe staple, due to its multi functionality. Can be worn as camisoles or on its own to create a casual summer look... Well then, get it in the best quality you can . This satin trim vest was £15 now £8



Claudia Schiffer must be the coolest mum around, here she is doing school runs while being heavily pregnant...yet maintaining her style credibility.. Get Claudia's look at Oasis ..was £38 now £20


Stripes are in, so are embellishments. Emily Blunt flaunt hers on the red carpet while Oasis has created a casual version to rival the look.Embellished stripe scoop dress was £65 now £30



So we've seen stripes, spots, grey, neutrals, monochrome, embroidery and embellishments, smart tailoring,bodysuits and biker wear all over this seasons collections... Here are miscellaneous picks selected in the oasis sale... Remember do not spend too much on 'here today gone tomorrow trends...'

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1. Fitted pea coat was £65 now £35 2. Tribal biker jeans was £15 now £10 3. Satin silk trim top was £45 now £25 4. Studded waistcoat was £55 now £25 5. Tulip wrap skirt was £45 now £20 6. plain neutral body suit was £18 now £10 7. striped body suit was £25 now £10 8. Stud maxi dress was £65 now £40 9. Blade spot dress was £45 now £25 10. Neutral combie coat was £130 now £65


For these and much more options...visit the Oasis website or in stores on www.oasis-stores.com Oasis do deliver throughout most of Europe and to the United States...Choose Fab!

can email me on Fabstarimage@googlemail.com for any further enquiries.
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