Friday 13 July 2012

Trend: Collar Jewellery

Collars are big!

Shirts and blouses are in so naturally collars are having their moment.

Try something a little different with a Collar necklace.  Wear with a Colour Tshirt for a cool day look or put with a strapless dress for a different evening look.

Here's a few for inspiration:
Gold pointed collar, Topshop £16.50
Gold, diamanté and pearl collar, River Island £28
Pearl collar, Topshop £12.50
Black beaded collar, New Look £13

AoT is going through some updates at the moment so apologies for the lack of posts.  We'll be up and running again soon with new Autumn 2012 trends, new 'How to wear' features and buys that will cover you from Summer (If you call this a Summer?) to Autumn.  
Thanks for all the support - we are nearly at 1000 views!

AoT x

Tuesday 5 June 2012

Trend: The Co-Ordinating Bralet

This look is based on combining the print and bralet trends.  It involves wearing a matching bralet to your short/trouser/skirt, in a 50's twin set sort of way.  It also shows a bit of stomach!

More high fashion than everyday but a great look if you've got the guts...or gut ...literally!

Here's some of the best high street looks:

Red Hawaii print, Asos Bralet £25/Shorts £25
Floral print, Kelly Brook @ New Look Bralet £25/Shorts £23
Pastel gingham print, Asos Bralet £25/Trousers £30

Mono bird print, Topshop Bralet £26/Skirt £34
Tropical print, River Island Bralet £28/Trousers £40
Motel pastel print, Topshop Bralet £25/Pencil skirt £34
Lilac stripe, Topshop Bralet £25/Shorts £32
Do you have the gut(s)?
AoT x

Thursday 31 May 2012

Trend: GB Frenzy!

With the Queens Diamond Jubilee fast approaching and the Olympics looming over the Summer, the shops have gone GB mad!

Cute patriotic teapots, commemorative shortbread tins and reams of bunting, the high street is buzzing with a patriotic theme.  Unfortunately these cute items also come hand in hand with an overkill of full-on flag print fashion! Even the Geri Halliwell Union Jack dress has been reborn - you can see her modelling the dress and her range at Next here: http://www.next.co.uk/g3778s3#833497g37 (This time with sequins - cringe!)

A union jack T can still look cute with denim hotpants and wedges - no denying that.  But heres some ideas for something a bit different:

House of Holland tights, Asos £15
Shopper bag, Accessorize £22
Cath Kidson necklace, Asos £16
Wooden bunting, Debenhams £15

Flag, Accessorize £3.50
Chunky ring, Accessorize £6
Nail tattoos, Superdrug £2
Cath Kidson illustrated bag, Asos £28

Brooch set, Debenhams £6
Crown T-shirt, Debenhams £20
Clutch with buttons, Next £28
Big Ben necklace, Accessorize £6
Eat scones, drink Pimms and be merry!
Enjoy the long Weekend!
AoT x

Sunday 27 May 2012

How to wear: Summer Prints!

As we've seen in the shops, magazines and here on AoT - Prints are massive this Summer!

But what prints do you go for and what style? Here's 3 outfits for some ideas.  Go holiday casual with the tropical print, summer glam with scarf print or feminine chic with miami print!

Outfit inspiration: (All high street of course!)

Get some Summer prints in your wardrobe!
AoT x

Sunday 20 May 2012

Trend: On trend on Holiday!

Just because you're lazing by the pool doesn't mean you dont want to be on trend!

With so many prints in fashion this Summer, it's easy to get swimwear that's on trend.  With tropical prints being big, it's likely you've got something already - but here's a few ideas if you want to try something new...


Mad Men Swimsuit, Dorothy Perkins £28
Metallic bikini, Topshop £28
Fun motif bikini, Topshop £26
Floral print bikini, Flooze by Frost French at Debenhams Top £18 Bottoms £14

Miami swimsuit, River Island £30
Aztec print bikni, River Island Top £22 Bottoms £14
Pastels bikini, River Island Top £12 Bottoms £10
Scarf print bikini, River Island Top £18 Bottoms £16
Happy Swimming!
AoT x

Thursday 17 May 2012

Great Deal: H&M £2.99 skirt!

H&M cotton knee length skirts usually £12.99 on offer for £2.99!

Offer avaliable while stocks last and only one per customer - shop online now!

Other colours avaliable - all £2.99!

Some outfit ideas for your new skirt...

Floral trend: Blazer £25 Skirt £2.99, H&M
Mad Men look: Blouse £30 Skirt £2.99, H&M
Summer Denim: Shirt £15 Skirt £2.99, H&M
Thank you H&M!
AoT x

Sunday 13 May 2012

Trend: Accessories go Wicker!

An unexpected trend in accessories that's popping up in stores is wicker!

We're all used to seeing the big wicker-look beach bag full of towels and lunch - but this Summer it's bigger.  As well as the large beach bags there's clutch bags, shoulder bags and even sun visors!

Check out the bag range in H&M:

Beach bags, H&M £9.99
Clutch bags, H&M £7.99
Over the shoulder bag, H&M £14.99
Are you ready for Wicker?

Wednesday 9 May 2012

Trend: Print Parade

This summer it's all about prints!

On AoT we've already looked at Floral, Aztec and the cute Motif prints.  But this Summer is print crazy - and there's more! There are more 3 print trends that take dashings of colour mixed up with a floral influence and are popping up in the shops for the print trend.  Take a look...


Miami:
Pastel colour base, floral details, palm tree motifs and a girly feel.


Long body con dress, River Island £45
Peplum dress, River Island £50
Top and short set, River Island £28
Palm t-shirt, Dorothy Perkins £16
Zip clutch, Topshop £16
Polaroid mini skirt, River Island £12
Palm tunic, Dorothy Perkins £28
Pastel landscape leggings, Topshop £20
Scarf print:
Fluid natural lines, hints of black, panels of leopard print, brought together by patterns and chain shapes in gold. 

Bomber jacket, River Island £30
Headscarf, Topshop £8
Blue & Pink leggings, River Island £20
Leopard detail crop top, River Island £15
Gold leggings, Topshop £20
Long shirt, Dorothy Perkins £18
Scarf, River Island £13
Coral body, New Look £7

Tropical:
Bright bold colours, tropical flowers and fun details of birds and palms.

Shift dress, Oasis £50
Blue dress, New Look £17
Ruffle dress, H! by Henry Holland @Debenhmas £36
Shirt dress, River Island £35
Shorts, River Island £25
Purse, New Look £5
Long flamingo shorts, Topshop £35
Jeans, River Island £40
 Get print shopping!
 AoT x

Monday 7 May 2012

Trend: Denim is back!

The 80's and 90's were a blur of high waisted jeans, flares and denim jackets, and now we've had the 00's to recover - denim is back!

Obviously jeans are always worn: trend of the moment being skinny and usually coloured!  But there's a great range of light denim in stores for Summer.  Fitting in with the prairie theme there's soft versions of waistcoats, jackets and even dresses and skirts, bringing denim a feminine edge. There's also a more Rock vibe coming through, with studs and rips for your inner rock goddess. 


What's your look: Rock or Soft?


Soft trend denim
Light wash hotpants, River Island £30
Denim shirt dress, River Island £30
Denim bralet, Topshop £28
Denim maxi skirt, New Look £25
Denim heart playsuit, Topshop £35


Rock trend denim
Studded denim hotpants, Topshop £75
Denim sleeveless jacket, River Island £30
Mid wash jeans, River Island £50
Bleach flag hotpants, New Look £20
Studded denim jacket, £45

Sunday 29 April 2012

Trend: Sports Lux

The country is buzzing with Olympic news and images of the athletes, and with Stella McCartney designing the Team GB kit, it's only right that fashion and sports collide to make a trend - Sports Lux is born. 

This trend is sportswear mixed with body con pieces, with some pastels, some metallics and a dash of neon.  Also expect to see cut out and mesh detailing.  It's a real mix with a sporty look, but stlyed right can look amazing! In my opinion Sports lux needs to be worn head to toe to work, so if you're going to wear it you really have to go for it!

Here are some key pieces to start you off:

L:R
Blue vest, River Island £30
Silver Jacket, Topshop £30
Bodycon coral dress, River Island £28
Visor, Asos £10
Sunglasses, New Look £5
Neon/mesh vest, Asos £28
White trim top, New Look £6 *Sale
Orange holdal, American Apparel £16
Cropped neon top, American Apparel £19
Pink shorts, New Look £6 *Sale
Wedge ankle boots, Asos £85
Pink Hi tops, Asos £35
Cropped neon vest, River Island £18
Silver bodycon dress, River Island £40
Pastel Tshirt, River Island £20

Ready, Set, Go!

Wednesday 25 April 2012

How to wear: Marvelous Metallics!


As mentioned before here on AoT, metallics are big this season, giving Summer a different glam edge.  However this is definately not a trend you want to wear head to toe - a robot/spaceman look is not what you want!  So here's some ideas on how to wear and work with other trends. 

Outfit inspiration: (All high street of course!)


Give metallics a go - add a bit of glam to your Summer wear!

Tuesday 24 April 2012

Trend: The Peplum

The peplum shape was big with celebrites last year, but now it's hit the high street!

The peplum is essentially a bit of extra material around the hips! It creates a very lady-like look and has a feel of old school glam about it. It's not for everyone, as it adds volume to the hips - and although this makes your waist look smaller, it's not great if you're already sensitive about that area!

Make up your own mind: They're all over the high street and would be great for an event, big night out or posh dinner date....

Print peplum dress, Miss Selfridge £49
Black peplum skirt, River Island £20
Pink peplum dress, Miss Selfridge £42

Beige peplum dress, Oasis £65
Polka dot peplum dress, River Island £40
Blue peplum dress, Oasis £65
Coral peplum dress, Dorothy Perkins £15 *Sale
Blue peplum skirt, Oasis £48
Beige peplum skirt, Warehouse £45


Give it a try!
AoT x

Wednesday 18 April 2012

Trend: Aztec prints!

This trend has been steadily growing for a few months.  It started with golds, browns and blacks and now it has transformed to incorporate Summer's brights. 

Vibrant zigzags, sharp shapes and repeated patterns cover a black base in amazing bright colours.  Not quite the tribal inspired patterns you would expect, but a brilliant twist on it.  It does bring some flashbacks of 90's neons and the Fresh Prince of Bel Air, but rest assured there's not a pair of parachute pants or baggy shirt in sight!

This print trend is great for summery tops, structured dresses and crazy eye catching leggings. 

Zig Zag dress, River Island £40
Pink aztec dress, River Island £20
Top, Forever 21 £10.50

Sunday 15 April 2012

Trend: Mad Men 60's Shapes

60's feminine shapes have been growing fast along with the popularity of TV show Mad Men. 

Knee length hem lines, fitted blouses and flared skirts, can be seen all over the high street! The flattering cuts, flirty shapes and girly look, make this trend so much fun to wear, it's dress up you can wear everyday!  Give yourself a lady-like look and embrace your inner Betty!

Dresses:
Polka dot coral dress, Dorothy Perkins
Lace fitted dress, Dorothy Perkins
Blue flare dress, h&m
Yellow collar dress, Miss Selfridge
Blush flare dress, Miss Selfridge
 Blouses and skirts:
Beige pussy bow shirt, Dorothy Perkins
Mint bow shirt, River Island
Yellow shirt with mint detail pencil skirt, h&m
Pink flare skirt, Topshop
Orange pleated skirt, Topshop

Mr. Draper will see you now...

Thursday 12 April 2012

Trend: Soft Prairie vibe

The Prairie trend, is soft, relaxed, a bit bohemian and great for festival wear this summer. 

Think soft colours, light denim and fringe details.  It's an easy trend to wear and you're likely to have pieces in your wardrobe to go with it already - result!

Prairie outfit ideas from h&m

Prairie colours and prints:
Butterfly Tshirt, Dorothy Perkins
Print dress, Dorothy Perkins
Maxi dress, Miss Selfridge
Peace Tshirt, Topshop
 Fringe detail:
Shorts, Cropped Tshirt and bag,
All River Island
 Light denim:
Polka dot shirt, River Island
Shirt, Topshop
Playsuit, Miss Selfridge
Skater skirt, Miss Selfridge

Are you a prairie girl?

Tuesday 10 April 2012

Trend: Motif fun!

Fashion is going crazy for cute fun motifs!
Small detailed illustrations, simple cute drawings or bold silhouettes, motif prints are popping up everywhere on the high street.  It's great way to show off your style and personality, with a fun twist on the prints trend!

Bird patterns:
Blue top, Dorothy Perkins
Blazer, Red Herring@Debenhams
Dress, H&M
 Dog patterns:
Poodle design skirt and blouse,
H by Henry Holland@Debenhams

More:
Bunny print shirt dress, H&M
Zebra shirt, Dorothy Perkins
Boat jumper, Oasis

Why not add a fun print to your wardrobe?

Friday 6 April 2012

How to wear: Ice Cream Pastels!

Pastels can seem a little girly, but don't just think pink! This spring is bursting with a rainbow of ice cream pastel colours!

Go for one statment pastel piece or mix different pastels for a more daring colourful look. 

Here's some outfit ideas for inspiration (All high street of course!):

 And here's the details:
As mentioned on AoT before, try not to go for one pastel with all black, so 90's! Stick to pastels and light colours (grey/white/denim) for a modern pastel look. 

Give it a try, a palette of ice cream sundae shades awaits!

Wednesday 4 April 2012

Trend your nails

A quick easy way to get a colour trend into your outfit, is on your nails!

Add a trend to a plain outfit, or enhance your outfit futher with a simple bit of colour:


Pastels trend, Rimmel

Brights, Bourjous

Metallics, Barry M


Give it a try - quick, easy and won't break the bank!

Sunday 1 April 2012

Trend: Metallic Edge

Fashion introduces a metallic edge.

Space age silvers, shiny pretty pinks and shimmering golds, here to bring your outfit to life! Give your outfit a futuristic twist with the metallic trend. 
The best thing is you can add metallics to an exsisting outfit - a whole new look is not required! 
Gold T-shirt, Star by Julien MacDonald@Debenhams
Shimmer Top, Oasis
Gold Heels, Miss KG









Metallics are great for a going out look, but a metallic top with trousers or a maxi skirt is great for an on trend day look.

Pastel metallics in feminine shapes, Topshop

Silver shopper bag, Zara
Silver super skinny trousers, H&M


So why not try a metallic edge? Not too much though - you don't want to go full out space woman!

Thursday 29 March 2012

Trend: It's Bow time!

Bows are everywear at the moment and are a perfect way to make an outfit on trend in your own way.

Whether you go for a 50's inspired bow in the hair, cute bow detail jewellery or quirky look with a classic bow tie, get some bows added to your accessories!

Here's some ideas:
Hair clips, H&M
Bow ring, Claire's Accessories
Scarf bow, H&M
Bow Tie, Topman

Bow belt, Accessorize


It's bow time!

Tuesday 27 March 2012

Trend: Espadrilles - The Summer flat

The new flat shoe this Summer!

Espadrilles are looking to be the must have Summer flat.  Comfy, pratical and avaliable in an amazing variety of colours and patterns.  This shoe for girls and guys is a holiday essential and is in stores now! Start looking out for your favourite pair now:

Brights in Dorothy Perkins

Nautical in New Look

Sunday 25 March 2012

How to wear: Fantastic Florals!

Florals are a great trend, and they're easy to wear at the moment as there's so much variation out there.  But when it comes to mixing floral prints it can be a bit daunting! But to be honest, clashing prints or choosing complimentary prints - it all works, it's all down to your preference. 

Here's some outfit ideas (all high street of course!):
Ideas for a Quirky, Smart or Casual look

Here's the details:

How will you wear florals?
Happy Shopping!

Tuesday 20 March 2012

Trend piece: The Amazing Blazer

Blazers just got cool!

Ditch that worn out black cardi that you sling over everything and move onto a sheek on-trend blazer.  Effortlessly cool, blazers are a great way to layer up an exsisting outfit and make it current.

The great thing is, as blazers are in, they're in florals, bright colours and pastels! No more black office blazer! Add to Jeans and a T for a bit of fashionista at the weekend, or add to a dress for a smart but cool vibe. 

Left and centre, Brights at H&M
Right, Tuxedo style at Dorothy Perkins
 Go for a smart Tuxedo style jacket with prominant lapels for an outfit that will really wow.

Smart blazers from Zara

Roll the sleeves for a more day-causal look (under the elbow though - anything more would bit ambitious!)
Florals at Marks and Spencer

Always try on a few different styles, different cuts will flatter different shapes, which can really make a difference!

Happy blazer shopping!