LFF'S GUIDE TO: CHRISTMAS PARTY OUTFIT 2012

I've noticed my blog post on Christmas party outfits from last December has been getting quite a lot of traffic recently, so I decided it was about time I put together an updated post for 2012. Over the next few days I'll be sharing the looks I’d wear for those tricky sartorial occasions the festive season throws up- starting with the office Christmas party.

 

1. Spot Jacquard trousers, ASOS, £45. 2. Lurex Jacquard top, Mango, £34.99. 3.  J.Crew Crystal encrusted earrings, Net-a-porter.com, £86. 4. Marni two-tone leather clutch, Net-a-porter.com, £280. 5. Metal toe detail heels, ASOS, £33.50.

 

LFF LOVES: EMMA COOK'S FESTIVE COLLECTION FOR TOPSHOP

Topshop get some serious style kudos from me this year. First there was the inspired Unique AW12 show, then came J W Anderson’s lust-worthy collection and now TS are rounding up a stellar year with an uber-cool festive collaboration with Emma Cook.

Whimsical London fashion designer Cook has collaborated with Topshop to create a festive ‘Wonderland collection’, comprising of fashion, accessories and fun Christmas gifts. Featuring glossy wrapping paper prints, quirky animal motif tees and cute novelties, Topshop’s latest collaboration puts high-fashion into festive.

My highlight of the collection is definitely the kitsch/ chic china wear decorated with prints featuring fauna, evergreens, sequins and bows. It looks like the sort of table wear you’d find in a high-end interiors store to me; stockpile your present cupboard with it before it sells out! Here's the LFF edit of the range:

 1. Wrapping paper print dress, £140.
2. Xmas print plate, £12.
3. Fairylight print dress, £120.
4. Wrapping paper print diary,  £9.
5. Jingle bell mittens, £25.
6. Deer print tee, £30.
7. Xmas print mug, £8.
8. Reindeer names jumper, £60.

LFF ATTENDS: GOOD RESULTS PR SS13 PRESS DAY

Last Thursday I popped into Good Results PR's SS13 press day held at the super-swish Sanderson hotel. After being wowed by the 8th floor pent house location, I really enjoyed browsing through the GR client SS13 collections. Good Results look after several brands that haven't crossed my fashion radar previously, with Copenhagen-based brand Beck Sonder Gaard's colourful accessories range proving a LFF fav. Luxury accessories brand Ruby + Ed were also there & their display definitely proved the most creative, taking over the bedroom and bathroom of the penthouse suite! Here's the pictures I took from the event:

Inside the Ruby & Ed-themed boudoir..

Ruby + Ed

Inside the Ruby + Ed wetroom

Snug towelling-lined lined slippers from Ruby + Ed

Ruby + Ed again

On-trend slippers & booties from Linzi shoes

More Linzi shoes

 Colourful accessories from Copenhagen brand  Beck Sonder Gaard

More Beck Sonder Gaard

Luisa Cerano

Twist & Tango- Love the coral hues.

Thanks to the Ruby + Ed team and Good Results PR for the warm welcome X

LFF LOVES: RUBY + ED LUXE ACCESSORIES

When I’m getting dressed each day comfort is a big consideration for me; in my opinion there is no greater luxury than being comfortable. Sure, a sky-high pair of heels and a designer dress may look expensive, but personally I never feel more luxurious than when I’m lounging in a white toweling robe and fluffy slippers, boutique hotel style! Which is why I’m really excited to share luxury accessories brand Ruby +Ed with LFF readers.

Ruby + Ed is a British luxury brand specializing in slippers, fur accessories, luxury accessories and knit accessories. Stocked in Harvey Nichols, Harrods, Liberty and Selfridges to name but a few, Ruby + Ed are fast becoming the go-to brand for beautifully made slippers. They are also branching out in clothing and outerwear- with their super-snug faux-fur coats being a LFF favourite!

The lovely folk at Ruby + Ed were generous enough to send me a pair of ‘cloud’-lined ballerina slippers to review for my blog and I really can’t put into words how fabulously soft and cosy they are to wear. With Christmas round the corner if you're looking to treat someone special to a touch luxury this year, Ruby + Ed would be a great gifting idea. Here’s my pick of the pieces that I'd love Santa to put into my stocking! 

1. Jaguar fur jacket, £199.
2. Raccoon faux-fur mittens, £24.95.
3. Hooded coat in mink, £275.
4. Felt sequin bow ballerinas (outdoor shoes), £40.
5. Orchid pink velvet bow ballerinas, £37.50.
6. Orchid pink velvet hot water bottle cover, £27.50.
7. Jaguar fur boot, £39.95.
8. Raccoon fur trapper hat, £35.

LFF LOVES: ASOS' AW12 STATEMENT JEWELLERY

For the best statement jewellery on the high-street this season, look no further that ASOS’ seriously luxe AW12 offering. 

Featuring colourful jewelled earrings and quirky statement necklaces, ASOS have a plethora of adornments to update your winter look. To style this trend for now, mix up your look and pair your jewelled accessories with a casual grey marl sweater for that perfect high/low combination. 

1.Premium flocked gemstone necklace, £50. 
2.Midnight bug necklace, £20. 
3.Crystal shard burst necklace, £50. 
4.Jewelled moon doorknocker earrings, £20.
5.Winged stone collar necklace, £40. 
6.Bee door-knocker earrings, £15. 

TREND ALERT: NEON KNITWEAR

Thought neon was just a summer trend? Well think again; neon remains a key colour trend for winter and will continue to be a style highlight (sorry... very bad pun) well into SS13.  

It's also a great way to update last year's winter coat if you don't have the budget to buy a new season-style; simply pair your current cover up with a cute pom-pom hat and chunky knit scarf for an instant update. Alternatively you can commit fully to fluro with a cosy neon knit; a sure-fire mood-enhancer that will banish the winter blues. Here's my pick of the best highlighter-hued knits to add to your winter wardrobe:

1. Julie neon wool & angora jumper, Jaeger, £140.

2. Pom Pom beanie, Forever 21, £3.90.

3. Acne Lina Pineapple sweater, Farfetch.com, £185.55.

4. Striped fingerless mittens, Forever 21, £6.65.

5. Acne River angora ribbed scarf, Matches, £150.

6. Sandro Sensation knitted jumper, Net-a-porter, £175.

7. Hot pink chunky knit scarf, Jaeger, £65.

8. Neon blue Mango cable knit jumper, John Lewis, £34.99.

LFF LOVES THE WHISTLES AND MARKUS LUPFER COLLECTION

I've been in the full-on festive spirit since previewing the Whistles and Markus Lupfer collaboration at the St Pancras Renaissance hotel last week. As a massive fan of Markus Lupfer's work, I was super-excited to see how his playful sense of glamour would translate into a collection for the coolest high street brand around. And girls I can tell you that this meeting of fashion minds has produced one of the cutest and covetable collections of nightwear and knitwear that I have seen in a long time!

 LFF's favourites:

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1. 100% Silk PJs, £125.

2. 'BRR' Intarsia cashmere bobble hat, £55.

3. Iphone holder, £40.

4. Knit scarf, £75.

5. Neon heart print make-up bag, £65.

Continue reading after the jump to see more pics from the event and find out which celebrity faces have got involved!

LFF LOVES: THE GOLDRUSH TREND

Prep your wardrobe for the party season with this golden gilted pieces. Whether you opt for a LGD  (a little gold dress) or an embellished knit like Lanvin's cardi (1), gold is a sure fire way to add luxury and glamour to your look in time for the festive season.

 
1. Lanvin sequin-embellished cardigan, The Outnet, £715.50.
2. Jewelled shard necklace, ASOS, £25.
3. Mango sequinned gold dress, John Lewis, £59.99.
4. Luxury spike gem drop earrings, ASOS, £18.
5. London Rebel slipper shoes, ASOS, £22.
6. Opening Ceremony metallic leather pencil skirt, Matches, £515.
7. Glitter hard case clutch, Oasis, £30.
8. Heart of Gold nail polish, Topshop, £6.