LFF CELEBRITY STYLE CRUSH: LILY COLLINS

Who'd have thought that after producing Easy Lover and Another Day in Paradise, Phil Collins would also go on to (re)produce an A-list, fashionista daughter with supermodel good looks? Lily Collins is a rising star in Hollywood, and not only does she have poise, elegance and beauty, she also has a super-stylish wardrobe to boot. 

Collins' red carpet style is unique in that it is quite fashion-forward and bold yet completely feminine and demure. She can pull off full-length and fabulous gowns from leading fashion houses Alexander McQueen and Valentino just as easily as more edgy styles from youthful brands Carven and Marchesa, even throwing a cool leather bomber jacket in the mix from time to time. With her doll-like features and porcelain complexion, Lily has the world as her fashionable feet, and I think it's about time Chanel took notice and made a muse out of the next superstar Collins!



From L-R: In Collette Dinnigan, Marchesa and Alexander McQueen.

From L-R: Zac Posen, Monique Lhuillier and Valentino.

From L-R: Carven, Marni and BCBG MaxAzria Images: Zimbio

Are you a fan of Lily Collins' style? Which look do you think she works best?

BRITISH DESIGNERS SALE ON THE OUTNET TOMORROW

To kick off the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in style, theOutnet is celebrating by offering up to 70% off British designer fashion. The Outnet’s ‘Rule Britannia’ sale kicks off at 10am tomorrow and if the sneak-preview that pinged into my inbox this afternoon is anything to go by, it looks set to fabulous.

From the classic, (the timeless Burberry taupe trench) through to the eccentric (I’m seriously tempted by Christopher Kane’s gel-filled clutch), there’s so much to be said for the charming British sense of style. Here’s LFF’s picks to look out for when the Outnet sale kicks off tomorrow. See you at the e-checkout!

1. Erdem Astrid printed silk-voille dress, £1,232 reduced from £3,080.
2. Alexander McQueen Galle metallic silk-jacquard dress, £1,432 reduced from £3,580.
3. Stella McCartney Plexiglass clutch, £329 reduced from £940.
4. Christopher Kane Aqua gel-filed PVC clutch, £231 reduced from £385.
5. Burberry short twill trench coat, £357 reduced from £595.

Shop the e-sale from 10AM BST tomorrow.

SALE ALERT- ALEXANDER MCQUEEN HITS THE OUTNET!

When an email from The Outnet pinged into my inbox today annoucing tomorrow's Alexander McQueen sale, I just had to share the news with you! If there's one brand to invest in at the moment it's Alexander McQueen, since the sad passing of the man himself the label's archive pieces have become sought after and are guaranteed future classics. Fans of the label should be poised by their computers at 10am GMT time tomorrow when the sale kicks off.

KATE MIDDLETON THE FASHION QUEEN

So The Times' secret source that revealed Sarah Burton was to design the royal wedding dress two months ago proved to be a reliable one, as Kate Middleton married her Prince today in a breath takingly beautiful Sarah Burton creation. Fashion reporters have been drawing comparisons between Kate's lace sleeved gown with that worn by moviestar Grace Kelly for her wedding to Prince Ranier III of Monaco. The full-skirted 1950s shape also instantly reminded me of Queen Elizabeth II's 1947 gown designed by Norman Hartnell. By drawing inspiration from such enduring fashion icons, Sarah Burton cleverly managed to create a dress fit for modern monarch.

Accessorised with a Cartier 1936 tiara ('something borrowed' from the Queen, no less), and a hand-embroidered silk tulle veil, Kate chose accessories that complemented her gown perfectly. On the day she joined the royal family, Kate Middleton was rather fittingly crowned the fashion Queen.

MCQUEEN'S SARAH BURTON TO DESIGN THE ROYAL WEDDING DRESS?

The Sunday Times newspaper is today reporting that head designer at Alexander Mcqueen, Sarah Burton, has been selected to design the royal wedding dress. The fashion rumour mill has it that chief executive of the Mcqueen label, Jonathan Akeroyd, reportedly told a colleague that the company had got the commision. Sarah Burton has been Mcqueen's head designer for 14 years, and this year designed a striking red dress worn by Michelle Obama.

So if the rumours are to be believed, this is quite an exciting choice of designer by Kate Middleton. Unlike the safe and predictable choice of an Issa dress for the engagement photocall, Mcqueen is a high-fashion, high-impact brand credited with designing iconic statement dresses for some of world's top fashionistas.



Having done a spot of googling of wedding dresses designed by the Mcqueen label, I came across the above incredible gown worn by fashion writer Plum Sykes. And I have to say, I can imagine Kate looking truly divine in a creation such as this. Looks like this could be a fashion marriage made in heaven...