Unidays

 

So its official I'm now a Fashion Buying student at the University of Huddersfield!
Its been a long summer so I've been eager for this week to come. My first week has involved introducing myself to the group something I've always hated. I'm not great at speaking in confined spaces (at least not on my first day). Next up library induction, you all know how much I love the library and I have to say the fashion floor is even bigger and better than at College (they have back issues of Vogue all the way to the 1920's). 
Wednesday involved a visit to the Museum of Science and Industry in Manchester to research texture, shape, print and colour ready for my first assignment, creating a garment out of non traditional materials. Ideas so far include seal-able bags with food colouring and lots of leaflets from freshers fair...should be fun. The rest of the week involved more inductions, canteen food and a trip round Huddersfield checking out Byram Arcade a cute shopping arcade filled with arty shops and vintage boutiques. 
So far I'm loving my new place of study bring on week two.....

#LFW

S/S14 Topshop Unique, Holly Fulton, Roksanda Ilincic
Images sourced from style.com  

For some reason London Fashion Week Spring/Summer14 seems bigger and bolder this year. Its EVERYWHERE, newspapers, magazines and every social media site possible. This could be to do with the fact that I am a member of most of them and I just love it, Facebook, twitter, instagram and blogs galore.
I can get my daily fix on the move, just yesterday I watched the Topshop Unique S/S14 show whilst on my daily train journey to work. It really did brighten up a dull and rather cold Sunday morning. 

When it comes to fashion, LFW offers the 'cream of the crop' and this season it was all about COLOUR. When it comes to the fashion season I do prefer the Autumn/Winter shows, but this season gave me something to look forward to. Next S/S14 (even me with my very pale skin) will be donning colour, thanks to Topshop Unique and Holly Fulton it will probably be bright blues and jewel oranges. LOVE. 

Topshop Unique

   

Words that come to mind..... Summer Batik Prints Textures Blues Denim Stripes knits

Burberry Prorsum 

 

 Words that come to mind..... Lace English Rose Sheer Pastel Shades Underwear Slouchy Clutches

Holly Fulton

 

Words that come to mind...... no 77 Prints Sweeping Hair 70's Vibe Brights

I hope you enjoyed #LFW as much as I did, click on the links below for more Fashion Week treats....  

http://www.style.com/fashionshows/collections/S2014RTW/  
http://insideout.topshop.com/

So that time of season has arrived again

Rodarte, 3.1 Philip Lim, DKNY and Micheal Kors
Images Sourced style.com 

So that time of season has arrived again, yes I'm talking about fashion season! As always kicking off in New York last week, the Spring/Summer14 fashion shows have thrown out a very eclectic mix.
When I think of fashion season there are many things that come to mind, yes of course the clothes but also the hair, make up, setting, front row characters and how I wish I was back stage dressing models and being involved in all the hype and excitement.  Fashion season really does bring so much enjoyment, even if its only through my little laptop. 
Having been constantly browsing fashion and style websites (oh and instagram) to get my latest fix from New York. I couldn't wait to share a few of my favourite pieces with you.
From Rodarte to 3.1 Philip Lim and DKNY to Micheal Kors I've loved so many of the shows from New York this season. As always 3.1 Philip Lim gave us, modern, futuristic style with a clean crisp edge. The sporty girl came out to play at DKNY (I love the printed trainers). Rodarte re-visited the 1980's with very short shorts and lots of leopard print and finally Micheal Kors showed gorgeous lady like summer pieces but with a twist, lots of added textures, fluffy cardigans and fur shawls.
Next stop for fashion season LONDON woop!!

Trend Notes Autumn/Winter 13 - The Rebel

 

Saint Laurent A/W13 

As the Autumn/Winter season approaches, I wanted to show you a few more of my favourite pieces from The Rebel trend that graced the A/W13 catwalks. 

The rebel girl has confidence, attitude and effortless style, she really has that just thrown on look but still looks great! Saint Laurent by Hedi Slimane showed some amazing rebel girl pieces. Fur coats were worn with high waisted underwear (very sexy if I do say so myself) and lots of leather jackets and even more plaid shirts (steel one from your boyfriends wardrobe I do, the baggier the better) and gorgeous grungy dresses but in dark and muted tones, again just totally effortless.
 
My key piece for the rebel trend would be the perfect pair of biker boots. A chunky sole, black leather and lots of buckles. They add that grungy look to just about anything, I love a pair that I purchased in the ASOS sale a few months back and the more I wear them the better they look.
After flicking through countless magazines and websites (don't worry I loved every minute of it) I found some perfect rebel trend pieces all available to buy on the high street! Happy shopping!! 

Kurt Geiger Boots £110, ASOS Leather £135, ASOS Bomber £85

P.S Really sorry for the lack of posts recently its been a very busy summer. I've had a great camping  trip to Scotland and enjoyed my 26th birthday. Until next time check out my Instagram @fayeelizabethfashionjournal and my twitter @fayeelizabeth.