HEAD STRONG

Vogue Paris Feb 2010, Vogue-á-Porter

Only the ridiculously incredible Carine Roitfeld could make the whole world pause and swoon at head scarves...Ok so maybe only those lost in all this fashion smoke but oh my Roitfeld has me under a spell! This editorial is flawless and I am determined to wear a head scarf some time soon and not look like a granny... Dree does make it look tres facille!  Swooon x

MOD'S THE WORD

Constance Jablonski, Hanne Gaby Odiele, Imogen Morris Clarke and Iekeliene Stange.
images by PhiePhie and Minnie at The Fashion Smoke please credit if used

Oh how we do love model snaps! More images from London Fashion Week I found on my computer, thought it would be a waste not to share them with you lovely people...enjoy!

CAT EYES

Topshop sunnies and platforms

Feeling rather 70s today having bought some super crazy wooden platforms. Isn't it the best feeling waiting for a delivery of goodies...ahhhhh retail therapy :)

BAAAAAAA

Image via Fashion Copious
Vogue Nippon March 2010, Anja Rubik

The lamb, the headband, the haystacks, the clear sky, the Anja...sigh. I am becoming more and more impatient waiting for summer. In the mean time I am DIYing one of those headbands as we speak! I'll be sure to post it soon minus the lamb. Soooo The Fashion Smoke has only been going for a few weeks and we have just won our first blog award from two other blogs, In The Mood for Dancing and Marvelous Things so thank you so much to Constanca and Jessica for choosing us, it is so amazing to have so much support so soon...thank you everyone for reading and for each and every one of your lovely comments! In return we would like to nominate the following blogs...
SRC783
Guns Babes and Lemonade
The F Blog
Incredible style inspiration in endless amounts...I suggest you check them out!

LEATHER, METAL AND PLASTIQUE

Topshop Boots, Plastique Magazine, Topshop Zip Clutch, Asos Tassel Bag, Topshop Leopard Clutch, Urban Outfitters Stud Satchel, Zara Metal Detail Bag
Sorry for the recent hiatus! Hopefully this dose of style inspiration and a sneaky glimpse of our most treasured fashion finds will make it up to you! Of course we had to feature the ultimate magazine Plastique...no other glossy compares. As much as we love it though it is crazy hard to get hold of!!! We searched high and low across all the major fashion haunts in London for the latest issue and had zero luck...Plastique where are you in my life. If anyone knows please share the love!

RAINY DAYS

Vintage Tee, Giles & Brother Necklaces, Topshop Shorts, YSL Ring, Urban Outfitter Tights, Aldo Boots

Rainy days and playful ways...

MODEL MANIA

images by PhiePhie and Minnie at The Fashion Smoke please credit if used

I cannot wait for the model mania of fashion week! It is always crazy before and after the shows seeing the models dashing about trying to find their phones/drivers/lighters! Amazing.

IT'S ALL A COVER

Marc by Marc Jacobs Laptop Case

Designers have been going hi-tech lately and it seems men aren't the only ones interested in computer gadgets. Ever since Mulberry brought out their beautiful Mac covers (I had my eye on the fuchsia leopard one) I have been on the look out for a more affordable version. Then I found this Marc by Marc Jacobs case which was a very reasonable £50, what a bargain! So now my laptop can travel in style and when I'm not carrying my laptop I use it to carry my papers and magazines around. Perfecto!

STAMPEDE MY HEART

images via herfamedgoodlooks/models.com/lightssout

Another dose of model inspiration! The first image is classic mesmerizing Stam but the last one is my favourite, the black bob and glossy face make you want to keep looking, it is so intriguing and shows how powerful she is as a model. I'm also loving the Lady Gaga look with those incredible sunglasses and the soft brown haired image with that wonderful hat, I need to get one of those! I actually think I prefer her dark haired...what do you think blonde or brown?

ENGLISH HERITAGE

Celia Birtwell Top, Topshop Denim Shorts, Vivienne Westwood Bracelet, Topshop Wedge Boots

Ok so I'm a bit of a jewellery addict. Jewellery makes an outfit personal, it can also make an outfit look more expensive... I certainly can't afford the Vivienne Westwood jacket or Alexander Wang jumper but jewellery on the other hand I can stretch to! This Viv bracelet is a classic, very pretty in pearls which isn't always my look but I'm certain it will never date and I can't get enough of that orb!

SUPERS ON THE STREET

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Lara Stone, Sessilee Lopez, Chanel Iman, Freja Beha, Lily Donaldson, Natalia Vodianova

images by PhiePhie and Minnie at The Fashion Smoke please credit if used

At the last London Fashion Week we were lucky enough to run into countless models running from show to show and these were our favourite encounters. Natalia, Lily and Freja left me speechless so we thought it only fair to share our fabulous up close and personal photos. I hope we are as lucky in Feb, I am already counting down the days for the Fashion Weeks to begin!

BE A SPORT

Alexander Wang SS10 Ad Campaign

images via Fashion Copious

The SS10 Ad Campaigns have been coming through thick and fast much to our delight. One of the most anticipated was of course Mr Alexander Wang, with his army of followers staying strong after his perfect SS10 collection, the campaign could only be gold. The laid back sports wear, the cut out detailing, the animal print highlights, fluffly plaits cascading to the side...oh Wang you know what makes us giddy! Joggers teamed with heels popped up on a few of the runways and I can not wait to experiment.

I love that Hanne Gaby Odiele is in this campaign, she was on countless runways and yet not in many editorials or campaigns. Her look is unusual but I find it refreshing. (And FYI she was the funniest/friendliest model we met at LFW! Go her!)

TRULY MADLY LILY

Images via Herfamedgoodlooks

Oh Lily where to begin. I have always been a fan of Lily Donaldson, she's an english rose so hey maybe I'm biased. But no matter who is the 'face of the moment'  I always come back to her classic beauty. The above images are truly inspiring and don't even get me started on her off-duty model style! I hope you guys agree.

Who else is seeing the remarkable Kate Moss resemblance in the last image? Stunning!