Again from what I have interpreted from Twitter, she seems to be very rebellious and free spirited. This is portrayed in her style and music. Also the fact that she is a DJ makes her edgy-as-hell!
I have decided that to be happy in life I need to DJ, alongside designing of course! Just sayin'
Sky Ferreira's ad campaign for Forever 21, Summer 2013.
This collection is actually so nice! Need those striped shorts at the top!
London based, Finnish born designer Julia Lundsten, has made her name in the footwear industry by launching her iconic label Finsk. Launched in 2004; Finsk has become known for its architectural, skyscraper heels and wedges. With an architect Father and an interior designer Mother, it is not hard too see where Lundsten's influences originally came from. Her shoes are said to be exceptionally wearable despite their towering height. I really admire the way that Julia Lundsten uses contrasting materials; such as wood and leather, to link her designs back to their natural and man made influences. Since launching her brand Lundsten has won many awards and is a regular at New York and London fashion week. Finsk shoes are also sold in shops all over the world.
Finsk project no. 4 are definitely my favourite...
They look like one of the easiest designs to walk in!
Japanese fashion label Kenzo are back with another collaboration with beloved footwear and apparel brand Vans! This year bears a punchy leopard print in 6 eye popping colour-ways, in two favourite Vans styles. Not gonna lie, I need the bright yellow and blue slip ons. Go hard or go home some may say, as I would go for the brightest!..
My most recent blog post for online magazine Fussed.
This week (well technically last week) I got to write about my favourite designer Emma Mulholland...
Designed by London College of Fashion graduate Laura Villasenin; Miista shoes pack a punch for a fraction of high end footwear prices. The shoes are bold, exciting and include design features that would usually demand a much higher retail price. Based in Hackney, London; Laura Villasenin is inspired by the edgy street style and creativeness surrounding her. Her choice of prints and fabrics really catch your eyes and each pair of shoes is carefully handmade, with close attention to detail and design. You really are getting a whole 'lotta' shoe for your money.
These hit online shops on Friday!!! Tara - Neptune
I truly believe that these could actually be worn with most outfits, as the colours are quite subtle and not too bright!
(This is coming from a person who wears Hawaiian shirts with tartan trousers, so don't take my word for it)...but out of all of the different styling options I have seen online, these shoes look bitchin' with anything...
I have recently been blogging for online magazine Fussed! Showcasing a diverse selection of artists, fashion designers, illustrators, architects, film makers and all round arty folk!
Sophia Webster studied footwear design at London college of Fashion and the Royal College of Art. After graduating she then went on to work for Nicholas Kirkwood as a design assistant.
Her recent collection for SS/13 takes inspiration from Marie Antoinette and Jackson Pollock.
Her signature style is feminine, playful with strong shapes and bold colours. When looking at her designs I am reminded of my childhood, back in the day when I used to play with Barbies: Especially her colour palette which is sharp yet girly and her use of bows and glitter.
If I could give anyone good life advice, it would be to look past the high street and designer shops when buying Chelsea boots, but to find your local country store and buy them there! Seriously, every time I have wanted to buy boots like that, I have nipped in to my local country store and amongst the hay and horse food, there has always been the perfect pair of leather boots, for under £30!
In my mind Riding boots = Chelsea boots! They look the same, no?
Anyway, as mine were so cheap I though I could experiment with them, without worrying too much if I ruined them.
For this little D.I.Y. venture, all you will need is a pair of boots, spikes and a craft knife... And maybe some blu-tack.
Boots - Bought from Scats Country stores. £25 - Real Leather.
Spikes from ebay - You will need the spikes which screw on from the back.
Start by blu-tacking the spikes on, just so you can play around with the layout and design.
When you are happy with the placement,
take the spikes off one by one and mark each one with a metallic pen.
Cut small holes with your craft knife, whilst twisting the knife to make sure the holes are circle shape. One of my most useful tools was a long spike from a broken earring I had.
It was useful to push in and make the holes wider.
One by one cut the holes and screw in the spikes. Pushing in the screws from inside of the boot. It is easiest to start with the holes at the end of the toe, as they are most difficult to reach from the inside, so it is best to get the worst done first.
Finished!
I am really annoyed because I forgot to take a photo of the finished product before I wore them in Paris, so now they look all muddy and beaten up.
But you get the idea.
I must admit I got a lot of strange looks from the Parisians!
Surely they are accustomed to studded boots? I was a bit worried at first that I wouldn't be let through security at the Eurostar station, because trust me they are sharp! A kick to the face with these bad boys and one would surely be scarred for life!
