Who’s to say flatties aren’t glamorous?

 Penny Loafers + Glitter = IT SHOE OF THE SEASON

…& for work see below!

The anti bunion brigade to the rescue.

Thank you Mui Mui!

(Source: vintagevicar22.wordpress.com)

Oh the weather outside is frightful......but the footwear's so delightful! Check out A/W!

Since the weather outside is truly awful and not living up to its Summer promise I have decided to pack up the summer wardrobe and invest for the Winter. Starting with footwear! 

Yes there are the usual trends, Military, pointed toes, studs.... (HURRAH, just check out Valentino, everything from bags to shoes covered in little golden embellishments!)..etc


 But I'm here to introduce my favs and more exciting prospects for A/W 2012.

  Trend 1: Mixed Media (Runway Girly's top pick)

I feel that designers wanted to play and get creative after all those girly pretty pastels of Spring Summer.

Here anything goes. Mix woven leather with suede, velcro and plastic... the crazier the combination the better.

Runway Girly’s pick is Proenza Schouler updated hybrid high tops, the comfy choice for height...peep toes, sporty Velcro straps and a statement cobalt heel.
Perfect way to toughen up S/S floaty dresses....helping you get more out of that redundant Summer wardrobe.

Trend 2: Ye Old shoes

It’s the shoes of the past that have caught the designer’s attention, think Shakespeare, Pepys and 'Thanks Giving' suppers.

Marc Jacob's Pilgrim shoe…..not totally convinced but if it were flat and metallic I might change my mind. It's the Alexa Chung type choice....a nerdy secretary look.

Trend 3: The Oxford….still hugely popular, seen on countless catwalks... "thank god for flatties at last" say the models. 
(P.s. spotted Olivia Palermo in a silver pair!)

Above, Derek Lams Golden pair. LOVE LOVE LOVE. 

(Plus another BIG A/W’12 trend METALLIC!)

Trend 4: All Tied Up

Here Balenciaga has taken the sporty trend of high tops and translated it to an evening shoe. 

This tied up look could translate to everything from boots, heels even flats.

Trend 5: The Up dated Glass slipper, it's Lace, slightly more durable!

Ok, ok this was from Valentino's Fall Couture Show but a girl can dream.
Just imagine these with a little dress and a cropped jacket, or in black with jeans.
Maybe it's the little girl inside me still wanting to play dress up.


Hyper feminine and a relief from the androgynous looks/shapes of the seasons.

(Source:anotherzoeday.blogspot.co.uk, tmagazine.blogs.nytimes.com, dfashionidea.com, glamour.com, bloginity.com)

The girl in black….

So much for that New Years resolution of introducing colour to my wardrobe.

Blame it on the Zara Sale.....(and let's not forget the awful weather!!!)

Autumn wardrobe at the ready! 

When fashion reflects life!

LOVE Prada’s latest clutches!

Hoping this becomes a trend everywhere….what would your clutch look like?

Mine would be a coffee cup and a bag of percy pigs!!!! Prada you listening?

(Source Style.com)

The colourful styling’s of Sophia Webster

Readers I have to introduce the next name in High heels….Sophia Webster.

Previously worked as assistant to the Epic footwear genius that is Nicholas Kirkwood. Her experience has paid off and I can guarantee we will see these Technicolor artworks everywhere.

….Plus when the weather is as bad as it is, running through the rain in a pair of her creations might bring a smile to the wettest of faces!

…or perhaps wait for her to bring out a line of wellies?

(Source: 2012fashion.info, style.com & vogue.co.uk/)

Print with restraint?

As you know print is BIG for A/W’12. From the Geometric prints of Prada to the otherworldly looks of Mary Katrantzou.

But how to do the print look in everyday life… for the office for instance?

J.W Anderson has the answer. Subtle, sophisticated and totally covetable.

Psss do you think pig print is the new leopard?

(Source: fashioneditoratlarge.blogspot.co.uk)

Who needs mascara with sunglasses like these!!!

How Devine.......Tatty Devine!!!

(Source: TattyDevine.com)

Could this be the end of UGGs and Crocs? I hope so. Janina offers an alternative

Can't keep this to myself any longer!!! Janina Alleyne look out for her. Her “Exoskeleton” shoe collection was breathtaking, a highlight of Graduate Fashion Week. 

Not since McQueen’s Armadillo shoes have I been so mesmerized by footwear. Shock....at their beauty and architectural structure. While Alexander's was mind blowing, (more for the models risking death on the runway, or at least broken ankles) Janina's looked fairly wearable, (more the one below, for me at least.) 

Maybe not shoes for dog walking but accessorized with a gown at the Met? A most definite YES.

(Source: Top image from theupcoming.co.uk second image my own)

Wearable. Wonderful. WANTABLE.

 Quick flight back to London to witness the talent of tomorrow, Graduate Fashion Week.

I was  lucky enough to get tickets to watch the Edinburgh College of Art fashion show.

Truly inspiring.

One of the highlights was Jacob Birge.  A visual display of escapism. Futurism/armour/Sci-fi. I couldn’t help but think of McQueen’s Aliens of S/S 2010. While his was about aquatic, underwater creatures Jacob focused on dark, structured minimalism. A modern approach to armory, beautifully constructed. 

I can imagine Daphne Guinness rocking this look perfectly.

 But who could forget EVA NG……what a perfect name to start with!

Her collection balanced the art of tailoring with drape and the results were stunning. A modern Roland Mouret mixed with the sexy aesthetic of Gucci. A name to remember and look out for.

 But which designer would I buy from now? That would have to be Lyndsay McNeill. More like watching London or New York Fashion Week than Graduate. Her collection focused on soft relaxed tailoring. A modern working womans wardrobe. Think Chloe with a hint of Paul Smith. 

Wearable. Wonderful. WANTABLE. 

(…..Lyndsay? If you ever read this I want to pre order the white/cream coat. No words!)

(Image sources since my camera died, georgestyle.george.com,condenast.co.uk, thestylecolumn.com)

Latest Obsession {The Mullet Skirt}

Business in the front, party in the back!

Lov’in it!

Skirt: New Look

Tops: New Look

Sunglasses: John Lewis

Bag: Zara

Sandals: Nine West

Weather: SOUTH OF FRANCE!

Runway Girly arrives in the South of France....await outfits a plenty!

Heat Chic

 Off to the South of France….here is a little inspiration to look ‘Chic in the heat’.

For a girly who is too fond of black the challenge is to add colour.

(Source: stylediaries.net)

Runway Girly says {SORRY}

Hello there world. Sorry for the HUGE gap in posts. Truly no excuse can be good enough. My only justification is that I have been literally working not stop on uni finals…..but now I can return to pure fashion indulgence.

I feel I left you all far too long…and for that I am sorry.

As a welcome back I’ve decided to share some inspiration. This is taken from a previous Epsom degree student.  Truly fantastic isn't it?

I have much to share…so stay tuned! Shopping trips, holidays and Graduate Fashion Week to come.

Finger Fruits?

Golden Pineapple!

Rockin the Gold Lame

Sales were amazing this year.....have done serious damage in Zara....will be blogging about my bargains for weeks!

I decided to halt on my black buying and opted for something a little different....like gold lame!

I feel quite a 70's show stopper in its....or like a golden globe?

Gold Lame Jumper: Zara

Turban: Zara

Peter Pan Shirt: Actually a Next dress....worn before, seen here

Leggings: Primarni

Shoes: M&S.....so comfortable!

My [boho] look

Hello….I’m back. Dissertation handed in, check. Ready to play a little dress up, check!

Closet now bursting at the seams, Chanel-esque blazers will be tucked away (….perhaps just for the day) preparing for something different.

Thoughts?

Necklace: Forever 21

Sunglasses: Trying to channel my inner Rachel Zoe with a Primark pair.

Gilet: Another nod to Zoe. Dorothy Perkins.

Jumper: Granny’s….Runway Girly loves a hand me down….who doesn’t?

Dress: Nicked from my sister. Shhhh!

Bag: M&S Limited Edition. No words….in LOVE with this.

Watch: Cartier. Ballon Bleu.

Boots: Zara

Sartorial Romance

(Source: The Sartorialist)

I'm probably sure my sister has told you about The Sartorialist as we're both big fans. I love this picture of 'what makes true love,' which was captured on Instagram. Scott did this picture for Tiffany & Co and you can also upload your images of what makes true love on their website.

Bird Song

I forgot to show you one particularly special ring. The bird ring. Hannah bought me this bird shaped ring for Christmas from 'Whistles.' I love the simplicity of it.

Available here....

A bit of an obsession

My sister is not the only one with an obsession for jewellery. I have to admit that this obsession may stem from me (being the older sister). I have been collecting rings for years- collecting bits and pieces on my travels.

I love stacking my rings. The rings above are my favourite to stack and probably mean the most to me. My sister always tries to steal my Mikimoto (pearl) ring as it is one of her faves. The 'Love' ring was designed by my boyfriend who melted down an old necklace to make it. So it feels quite organic. He put a diamond on the 'o' and he had a diamond inserted on the inside of the ring too, which makes it quite special. He also gave me the other diamond ring.

You may remember this purse from previous blog posts of Hannah's. Hannah helped create this purse when she did some work experience for Topshop. I think they work well as a jewellery 'box' and I love that I can have my initial on it.I've always collected pendants and put them on a long gold chain. I put rings on it, attach lockets and things found in my grandma's jewellery box. This is a new fave which I have added to my collection and they are from Topshop. I love spikes- so I was thrilled when I spotted these.

You may have seen this ring many times on Hannah's post as Hannah has the same ring. This is my 'show-stopper' piece and I have had numerous comments on it. I love how chunky this ring is. I must admit Hannah was the one who found this so full marks to her.