What to Wear

Fabulous Florals Spring Summer 2012 Trend Alert

by Gabrielle on January 30, 2012

Florals have been a firm staple trend (so you’ve probably got plenty in your wardrobe) for the past few years and SS12 saw them receive yet another chic update. These aren’t the standard floral prints you’re used to seeing. This seasons florals have a real depth and artistry to them and the great thing is there is something to suit everyone. Opt for full on vintage romance like Valentino and Alberta Ferretti with dusty pinks, sheer panels and intricate embroidery.

Some florals take a thoroughly modern approach with pop-art perennials (like Christopher Kane and Rodarte) and bold graphic prints (like Alexander Wang, Matthew Williamson and Mary Katrantzou).

Tips for wearing SS12 Florals: – Try to choose the vintage inspired or graphic printed florals. – For one on-trend look try clashing florals with an aquatic print or stripes. – For another, try floral prints in soft pastel colours. Here’s a small edition of Florals currently available:

With London Fashion Week just around the corner – Will Autumn/Winter provide yet another incarnation of this mega-trend?

Floral Trend at ASOS

Michael Mulligan is a fashion student in the UK, he loves trend-spotting, fashion styling and journalism, when not working on his own creations! Michael Mulligan is Style Editor at GabrielleTeare.Com

Manolo Blahniks Shoes To fall in love in

by Gabrielle on January 15, 2012

I Love Manolo Blahnik shoes. As a personal shopper I walk too far too often to wear 4.5″ heels. They are elegant, beautiful and very stylish and I can wear them without my feet hurting. Why wear othopedic boots if you dont need to?

Maybe it is because the shop is within walking distance so I window shop a lot. But judging by the queues outside this week I am not alone.

I am in love……….

These are so dramatic and stylish how to make a little black dress rock………

I was shopping in Harrods yesterday with a client and then looked for shoes for Niloufer and Ilke who are both getting married. I saw so many women staggering around in too high ugly shoes not a good look ladies.

I used to love Christian Louboutin shoes I discovered the shop in Paris many years ago before he became famous over here. But I now think his shoes are outrageously high and far too expensive many yesterday were £1000 pair. Mad. Now I love Manolos try some your feet will love you for it.

Siren Song : Spring Summer 2012 Trends

by Hayley Bevan on January 10, 2012

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The theme of water appears to have been the canvas for the spring-summer 2012 parades. The mythical siren sang beguilingly to designers to lure them into creating homage to herself and the aquamarine and cerulean sea realm. The models came wrapped in clothes in the colors of the seabed, rebrodées and shimmering scales at Givenchy with its wetsuit-like feel to the collection.

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Also ribbons in the shape of waves adorning the nymphs here at Chanel we felt the definite undercurrent of a Botticelli sea Goddess with iridescent mother of pearl, and strings of pearls encircling waists.

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Even the catwalk was adorned with waves and sea pebbles to create a marine feel.

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Prints which echoed ancient pottery and the myth of Poseidon at Versace.

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At Versace, materials, light as sea foam floated in a harmonious aquatic carousel, and seemed to blend, as in nature with their lines and hues the with the horizon of the sea and sky.

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The underwater magic did not stop there at Mcqueen we saw the emergence of another sea goddess, the oceanic life of Gaia was as fresh sea spray on the outfits composed of corals and shells.

All in all the shows were a fabulous dive into the deep blue for the Stylists at Gabrielle Teare who can’t wait to be adding a splash bringing next season’s biggest trend into our clients wardrobes.

Stylist Hayley Bevan can be found at www.hbstyling.com. Visit Hayley at her studio in Chester to update your look. Hayley trained at London School of Fashion.

Style In The City

by Gabrielle on December 16, 2011

Looking to book a girly weekend away, or just fancy a spot of retail therapy? Teaming up with the best in the business, Gabrielle Teare personal stylist and shopper, the Radisson hotel has joined forces with to offer you the ultimate fashion treat; an exclusive offer of up to 25% off a half-day personal shopping and styling experience, with Gabrielle, when you quote your hotel booking reference!

Book a stylish stopover at the Radisson Edwardian Berkshire, from just £215 , and you will entitled to this fabulous saving with leading London stylist and style consultant for hit, chick flick Confessions of a Shopaholic, Gabrielle Teare. Taking you to all the fashion haunts, hot spots and hidden gems in the fashion capital, Gabrielle will offer her expertise and insider knowledge, ensuring you’ll come away loving the ‘new you’. Based on your shape, colouring and style preference, Gabrielle will search the stores beforehand so you can hits the shops straight away!

The Radisson Edwardian Berkshire is located in the heart of London’s shopping district; just a short walk away from fashionable Oxford Street and Regent Street. This stylish stay can be booked for one, two or four people; so it’s ideal if you’re looking to book a weekend away with the girls and would love a helping hand in the fashion department.

For more information or to book an overnight please visit www.radissonedwardian.com/berkshire. To book a personal shopping experience with Gabrielle Teare call 07985 319300 and quote your unique booking reference number. http://www.gabrielleteare.com

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Stella McCartney Ready To Wear?

by Michael Mulligan on December 15, 2011

When I first saw Stella McCartney Spring Summer 2012 I was intrigued by it’s casual, laid back and original approach. Although I’m usually a fan of Stella’s collections, I didn’t immediately take to the muted geometric prints edged with swirling baroque lace and embroidery– I had doubts about how wearable the collection was and how it would translate onto women away from the Parisian runway.

Stella McCartney herself wore a piece of the collection to British fashion awards this week where she won the red carpet award. Stella looks typically understated but in her light printed jumpsuit, but I can’t help feeling the look is a little too casual. The word ‘pyjamas’ springs to mind.

Michael Mulligan is a fashion student in the UK, he loves trend-spotting, fashion styling and journalism, when not working on his own creations! Michael Mulligan is Style Editor at GabrielleTeare.Com

Victoria Beckham A Style Evolution

by Michael Mulligan on December 2, 2011

Earlier this week Victoria Beckham, looked demure as she picked up the award for ‘Best Designer Brand’ at the 2011 British Fashion Awards. Anyone who has seen her collection knows she is entirely deserving, showcasing creative, edgy and elegant designs.

Previously we’ve known Victoria as being one fifth of the world’s most famous girl band, a failed solo-artist, and footballers wife. Having been in the spotlight for nearly twenty years, she has become a style icon herself – but she hasn’t always been as effortlessly chic.

Spice Girl: As a newly famous spice girl in the mid 90′s, Victoria quickly established her love for designer clothes, earning herself the title ‘Posh Spice’. These early fashion choices are tacky and showy – but she was young and stage-ready outfits rarely add up to chic – she can be just about forgiven for these.

SOLO Here the 1999′s torn red leather mini-dress is awful, looking like a cheap half finished Halloween costume. Her second ensemble shows some promise as she moves away from her tacky 90′s look. In 2000, she had her first venture into the fashion industry modelling for Maria Grachvogel at London Fashion Week. 2001′s on-stage ensemble is terrible, ugliness of the outfit aside – you can the the look just isn’t ‘her’.

Footballers wife: Appearing in 2002, wearing a simple white suit, Victoria ruins the look with tacky shoes and a disastrous busy necklace. 2003 is when things start to look up: this outfit is much better, soft sexy and less try-hard. She keeps up the good work in 2004 with a classic blazer and jeans combo and with 2005′s revealing but beautiful gown.

Style Icon: This is when Victoria ups her game. 2006 onwards saw VB step towards a much more sophisticated image. It seems that she has grown up and found her fashion feet, taking on a much more elegant, lady-like look. Bravo!

Ever since she’s been keeping it simple and chic in classic shapes and elegant cuts. 2008 saw her looking very Audrey Hepburn (which is always a good thing).

2010 and 11 confirm that Victoria’s style is here to stay. Cementing her place as a style icon, her wardrobe revolves around classic staple pieces, and stylish accessories. Victoria’s fashion evolution proves that style doesn’t always come naturally at first. However, with some time, and good advice anyone can find the look that is right for them.

Michael Mulligan is a fashion student in the UK, he loves trend-spotting, fashion styling and journalism, when not working on his own creations! Michael Mulligan is Style Editor at GabrielleTeare.Com

The Tarton Trend

by Michael Mulligan on November 29, 2011

Autumn/Winter 2011 welcomed tartans from the likes of Burberry Prorsum, Tory Burch, Daks, Valentino and Etro (to name a few). The overall trend seemed to be for big squarish patterns in dark muted colours. Printed dresses, trouser-suits, wraps and capes all lent themselves to the trend, giving Autumn/Winter 2011 a swift injection of country-chic.

Where can you get the trend? I scoured the web for some chic tartan pieces available to buy now.

These dresses are fabulous examples of how to embrace the trend full on. The vintage Gucci wrap dress fits in nicely with this seasons 1940′s trend. Rag and Bone offers a simple, yet interesting and versatile tartan dress perfect for day-into-night. The third dress by Carven has a very sculptural feel with the draped shoulder and pleated skirt – A super-chic option for any occasion.

Jackets are another great way to incorporate this trend into your wardrobe. This bold red jacket by MCQ would look great worn casually over jeans or even dressed up in an LBD and heels. The second jacket by Marios at Topshop has a dropped waist and a certain shapelessness that is perfect for adding a touch of 20′s country-chic that will carry you over into Spring/Summer.

Finally, accessories. These pieces are fantastic for those who don’t want to take the trend head on. Introducing small touches of tartan to your look will be just as effective. I especially like the bolted tartan bangle by a young British designer called J.W Anderson, and the printed scarf by Vivienne Westwood (Tartan’s undisputed Queen).

It seems to be catching on too. Kylie Minogue was recently spotted sporting a pair of classic tartan trousers, teamed effortlessly with a black velvet blazer. Rihanna was bang-on-trend whilst performing on The X Factor last weekend, wearing a white collared mini-dress with a silver-chain choker.

Michael Mulligan is a fashion student in the UK, he loves trend-spotting, fashion styling and journalism, when not working on his own creations! Michael Mulligan is Style Editor at GabrielleTeare.Com

Alexa Chung Style Icon??

by Gabrielle on November 28, 2011

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What is it about Alexa Chung? Everyone raves about her style . She often makes the best dressed list. I am not so sure….. here is a look at this kooky, geeky, style. For example this look is overcooked a ruffle souffle.

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Then we have overblown flowers , spots and a colour that drains her, a length that makes her look even shorter……

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Now we have not so much 40′s chic as Granny Chung’s hand me down’s.

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The twee shoes, ragdoll bandy legs, a decorator’s shirt that is at least 3 sizes too big does not add up to chic for me.

Ankle socks with ballet flats, messy outfit adds up to sero sex appeal. I just don’t get it. I am missing something here.

No- one would miss this flower decoration over 3/4 of her chest. Overblown again.

I normally understand and can appreciate style icons with many contrasting styles. I just do not like the little girl/boy twee bow in hair, and on on dress, ankle socks, peter pan collar, knock kneed look, I like women to look like women.

To Die For : Marchesa SS12

November 20, 2011

Tweet These three gowns by Marchesa are to die for. Clearly taking an inspiration from the Gilded Age, they are perfect for translating a slice of high society Edwardian glamour into modern day life. With sheer draping layers, floaty tiers of chiffon and intricate detailing, these dresses are bound to become red carpet favourites. Some [...]

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Daphne Guiness : A Style Lesson

November 16, 2011

Tweet What makes someone stylish?? Here is a style lesson, attention to detail. Daphne Guiness has a beautiful hat, the lace framing her face. The silver brooch adding feminity and a gorgeous white jacket. Very feminine, very beautiful. I think the grey ribbon is too fussy and should be left on the cake box!!

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