Posts Tagged ‘alexa chung’

In with a bang!

Wednesday, December 7th, 2011

Celebrities these days always seem to go through hair phases together,first we saw the extension phase, next came the pixie cut & now bangs….or for those of us on the East of the Atlantic, fringes!

With stars like Alexa Chung who won the British Style Awards for the second year in a row & Hollywood’s hottest ladies Emma Stone & Olivia Wilde leading the way in this trend we can only predict that it will definitely be taking the world by storm!

Different cuts with your fringe can create so many different looks either giving you a softer, boho look like Miss Chung or creating a more high fashion, bold look like Jessie J.

A full blunt cut can really draw attention to the eyes while also masking a higher forehead, whereas a long fringe parted in the middle can accentuate cheekbones & give a long face more definition.

If you aren’t sure if you are quite ready for the chop you can always go for a clip-in piece to try out the different styles without that commitment. Check out Hairspray for a range of clip-in extensions.

Will you be braving the chop or trying out some clip-in extensions?

Let us know!

The LA Team x

The quickest way to flawless nails!

Friday, December 2nd, 2011

During the past year we have seen a real rise in nail trends. Crackle nail polish burst onto the scene throwing us all into a nail art frenzy! Since then we have dabbled in tie-dye nails & even magnetic nail polishes.

For those of us who simply don’t have the time or patience to go dipping a sewing needle into nail polish to make designs there are of course, nail wraps!


The trend began with celebrities like Katy Perry, Alexa Cheung, Beyoncé and Rihanna leading the way so it’s no wonder they are quickly becoming a beauty must have!

With so many designs to choose from whether it be a block colour, animal print, lace or candy stripes you can make your nails look like little pieces of art with ease!

These little wonders only take 15 minutes to apply & last up to 7 days on nails & 8 weeks on toes! They don’t chip or stain will stay super glossy for the entire time you’re wearing them. You can get nail wraps at Topshop, Boots or online at Nail Rock .

Have you tried this new phenomenon?

Let us know your favourite design!

The LA Team x

Who wore it best? Blake v. Alexa

Thursday, July 28th, 2011

One fashionista takes on another. So in this week’s “Who Wore It Best?” we are asking you which one of these style icons gets your vote.

Blake Lively and Alexa Chung both stepped out wearing the navy Chanel dress but both bring their own unique style to the outfit.

Blake Lively, Gossip Girl’s Serena and new face of Chanel, is a big fan of Chanel on and off camera. She stepped out in this ensemble for last year’s New York Cinema Society Screening. She definitely stood out on the red carpet with this sheer midriff mini dress.  She teamed the dress with nude Louboutins, keeping the look simple and elegant with statement earrings and a high ponytail.

Britain’s style queen Alexa Chung was spotted wearing this dress a few months later, sitting front row at this year’s Chanel Spring/Summer 2011 fashion show. She took a completely different take on this outfit, teaming it with black patent loafers for a more casual look.

2 stylish celebrities, 1 designer dress, 2 very different looks. Let us know who you think wins this! Who wore it best- Blake or Alexa?

Beyonce’s Beauty

Monday, June 27th, 2011

The beautiful Beyonce wowed the crowds at Glastonbury 2011 last night, the mega-star looked amazing as always as her on stage alter-ego Sasha Fierce. Sporting a look which echoed the style of our favourite divas like Tina Tuner and Diana Ross.

The style icon took some inspiration from the Spring/Summer 2011 shows with her big hair, a look seen at the Topshop Unique and Marc Jacobs runways. Sporting her signature glowing skin with perfectly finished sheen down the centre of her super toned legs. Make-Up was kept to a minimum as she opted for a dewy and shimmering complexion, with soft-mink hued smokey eyes teamed with lashings of mascara, individual lashes and pretty sheer pink lipstick. Red nails complemented her fabulous look.

Off stage, the usual festistas were seen sporting their signature festival ensembles armed with wellies and parkas, the A list certainly braved the mud in style.

Kate Moss seen in her Hunter’s with her signature leather jacket.

Looking every bit the festista, Alexa Chung opted for a Barbour jacket and Superga wellies, paired with a pearl necklace.

Poppy Delevigne looked very on trend with red coloured denim.

Pixie Geldof teamed her Mulberry bag (so jealous) with a vintage parka and Hunter wellies.

Alice Dellal looked edgy as always in her signature biker boots and Diesel jeans.

We can’t wait till festival fever reaches our shores with 9 more sleeps to Oxegen 2011,where the incredible Beyonce headlines the main stage on Sunday 10th July.

If her Glastonbury performance is anything to go by, we’re set to hear all of her solo hits, renditions of Destiny’s Child classics and covers of Alanis Morissette, Kings of Leon and Prince!

GIRLS! Who run this world? We cannot wait!:-)

Love Rachael @ The LA Team x

Poolside at L.A….

Friday, July 23rd, 2010

L.A.’s fashion A-listers partied poolside last night to celebrate Mulberry’s Autumn/Winter 2010 collection.

Alexa Chung wore her heart on the nails, literally working the nail art craze donned by a host of our favourite stars such a Rhianna, Beyonce and Katy Perry. We were in awe in the LA office as we clapped eyes on Ms. Chung, we’re loving her relaxed California look, check out that silk Mulberry blouse and shorts combo teamed with that glowing tan. Very LA chic!

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Cat Deeley in a sequined LBD by who else, Mulberry!

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shenae-grimes-powder-chain-dressAbove: 90210′s Jessica Stroup and Shenae Grimes looking very sweet in her champagne coloured powder ensemble.

kate-bosworth-leopard-plaque-lily2Kate Bosworth in looking stunning in Mulberry teamed with her Margaret leopard print bag! Jealous? Us? Never!