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THE SPORTS LUXE TREND
Sport Luxe was all over the Spring Summer 14 catwalks this season, with designers such as La Coste, Gucci and Marni showcasing their sporty designs. Sports Luxe is a serious fashion trend this season, one big appeal is that it is extremely versatile and easy to wear. Gone are the days of shiny colourful shell suits! Instead it's all about minimal and sophisticated shapes made with luxurious fabrics that give you that edge of elegance. It is a look that can be easily worn day or night, and can look super chic if you choose the right accessories. Just add...
DON'T SHY AWAY FROM SHEER
One of the biggest trends to grace our catwalks recently, making it a huge trend for Spring Summer 2014 is sheer clothing. It has quickly become a fixture in many high street and online retail chains and we love it here at Anna Lou. Sheer fabrics can be incorporated onto any item through the use of sheer panels and see through hems. This particular trend can be adjusted to suit any style and can be mixed with almost any colour for a day or night time look. Plus its is an extremely light weight fabric so it can easily be built...
STREET STYLE JEWELLERY
The ALOL girls have been talking today about how us ladies spend so much of our time getting style inspiration from others. Whether it be magazines, online or on the streets! It inspired us to pick some of our favourite jewellery street style looks. It wasn't easy; there is an abundance of well accessorised ladies across the globe. Jewellery really can transform any outfit and the ladies who we have selected all have such different styles but have equally rocked their looks with jewellery. The three ladies we have picked have also ticked off key trends for the season. From the...
MEET BLOGGER DEAREST DEER
We’re loving the beautiful Dunya from her blog Dearest Deer. Dunya Kamal, a London based blogger regularly writes about her favourite things, involving Fashion, London and Food. Her attention to detail, bold accessories and hints of bright colour add a touch of quirkiness and cuteness to her outfits, making her stand out. With many High street and online retailers wanting to see their items on her blog. She includes designs from a mixed array of designers, including Miss Guided, John Lewis and Urban Outfitters. She’s completely won us over here at Anna Lou HQ. On many occasions she’s worn her personalised...
THREE WAYS TO UPDATE YOUR LITTLE BLACK DRESS
Black dresses have been everywhere this awards season, with many black, Gothic inspired gowns taking center stage on the red carpet this year. Celebrities such as Helena Bonham Carter and Sophie Ellis Bextor have been pulling of the look perfectly. Little black dresses are every woman’s wardrobe must-have. The perfect go-to garment for any occasion, so regardless of the dress code or your personal taste, you can make it work for you. If you have a big party coming up and you’re struggling to find something to wear. Take a look in your wardrobe and reach for the old favourite....
ACCESSORISING ORANGE
Orange is the new in colour of the season, with many citrus designs gracing the runway this year. However many people think it is a tricky colour to pull off. First of all you need the right orange shade for your skin colour. If you have a dark skin tone, stick to darker, richer shades. Whereas if you are fair skinned opt for oranges with a pink undertone. When accessorising an orange outfit or piece, don’t team an orange outfit with the same coloured accessories. You don’t want to look like a tangerine! Wear it in moderation and with flattering colours....