MANGO signs up Miranda Kerr

Today it was announced that Australian model Miranda Kerr is taking over from Kate Moss as Mango's ambassador for the Spanish label's Spring / Summer 2013 campaign.

But how does the famous Victoria Secrets model shape up to the past faces of Mango including the likes of Scarlett Johansson, Lizzy Jagger, Penélope Cruz, and Mossy herself? 

You can cast your votes below but for me the ultimate face of the brand had to be miss Cruz - I loved the capusle collections she designed with her sister and she always did her best 'smouldering' pout in the adds.

This announcement is especially timely as the Mango S/S 13 press day is tomorrow and I'm pant wettingly excited to be going. Generating a buzz around the new season collection is something which the brand excels at and I can't wait to pick out my key pieces I'll be snapping up in a few months time.

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One To Watch: Charlotte Hudders Scarves

I need to share with you the lovely debut collection of scarves which dropped into my in box this week from designer Charlotte Hudders.

Such is my obsession with scarves at the moment as the cold weather sets in I must have bought about five in the past few weeks alone - but nothing as ornate as this.

The unique hand drawn and illustrated scarves focus on Charlotte’s visual perception of ‘All Things bright and Beautiful’ and feature designs from nature, fauna and flora, travel, personal treasures and jewels.

Made in Lake Como, Italy, the emphasis is on luxury ‘art to be worn’ and all year round staples. There are six different designs in two colour options. All the scarves are available to buy in Silk Twill and an over sized style in Silk Light Crepe de Chine.

Biography: After completing a BA Hons in costume and set design at Liverpool's Institute for Performing Arts, Charlotte continued to work as a freelance designer, illustrating and creating unique costume and fashion pieces. An opportunity in Bali, Indonesia, took Charlotte to the other side of the world working as a print designer, drawing inspiration from the culture and natural environment. Her dream of starting her own label was realised in Bali where she began to put together her design ideas for the exclusive collection. To find out more just check out her website here.

Celebrate Christmas with Baukjen

For two days only, Isabella Oliver is offering customers a unique shopping experience as it launches the Baukjen Christmas collection.

Just enter the code SURPRISE at the checkout to receive your surprise free gift, plus free standard delivery and complimentary gift wrapping. Perfect for early Christmas present shopping!

The T's & C's are laid out below and to get you started I've selected some of my favourite pieces from the current online offering including a racy leather skirt, a dazzling sequin one and mock stingray clutch bag, as seen in this week's Grazia magazine. Happy Shopping! x

Baukjen is a women's fashion line created by Isabella Oliver, to start shopping the collection just click here.

Get It Now: Anthropologie & Front Row Society

Stocked exclusively in Anthropologie stores and online at www.anthropologie.eu, these three luxurious modal scarves were designed as part of a collaborative competition with Front Row Society to find three talented new designers.

 

 

Inspired by the elements, the designs see soft florals contrasted with glares of bright lights, deep blue and purple smoke colliding and autumnal tree branches.

 

Digitally printed onto luxuriously soft modal, the scarves measure at 65 x 200cm and retail at £44.

 

Whats more you can ease your conscience as you swipe your card as Front Row Society promises to donate £1 from every scarf sold to the Ethical Fashion Forum.

First Look: Madam Rage S/S 13

More from the Spring / Summer 2013 press days now and here's one to get really excited about if you are a fan of trend-led fast fashion like me!

Madam Rage brings four of the hottest seasonal trends into every girl’s wardrobe with their latest collection for S/S 13 starting with 'Promenade,' a collection compiled of 60's inspired A-line skater dresses, and quirky cute prints including polka dots, hearts and bows.

Meanwhile, a vintage trend launching in April, titled 'Oyster Capture' plays with lace topped with detailed embellishments and pearls in a collection inspired by femininity and romance.

The month of May sees the launch of the ‘Eclectic Festival’ range showcasing feather tied maxi dresses, plenty of dip dye options, denim, tribal prints and floral a plenty. That's your festival wardrobe ticked off then!

Turning up the heat in June, Madam Rage injects some 'Miami Beach' with tropical prints, neon explosions and coloured lace. Key Pieces include neon yellow maxi skirts and Hawaiian hot pants.

 

 

With pieces starting at £20, Madam Rage offers pieces that won't break the bank and is available to buy online here.
 

Hartnell to Amies: Couture By Royal Appointment

The Fashion and Textile Museum celebrates the impact of royal celebrity on 20th century British fashion with a new major retrospective of London couture design by Norman Hartnell, Hardy Amies and Frederick Fox.

The exhibit will run from today (November 16) to February 23 and will feature examples of British couture rarely before seen in public.

The showcase begins with the opening of Norman Hartnell’s first salon in 1923, before discussing the advent of Hardy Amies among the leading couturiers of the post-war years.

The exhibition ends with a discussion of the design house in the current fashion industry and the resurgence of British heritage brands, traditional tailoring and dressmaking and is accompanied by a display of Norman Parkinson’s photographs.
Images: Norman Hartnell in studio with models from British Vogue; Hardy Aimes with models from British Vogue. All images ©Norman Parkinson Limited / Courtesy Norman Parkinson Archive.