Friday 28 January 2011

Spring in to Spring!

We love a new season here at L'Armoire..., especially spring. And what better way to put a spring in your step than the first addition to your new season wardrobe of true feminine fashion in a collection of romantic colours that include mushroom, blush, nude and clay teamed with all tones of soft khaki. The 70's are back with avengance, giving us draped jersey maxi dresses that are totally wearable right now and then later in high summer with the switch of accessories (minus a couple of layers!).

Fresh in are goodies from Day and Malene Birger to get us started.

Day's skinny cargo pants are the answer to your 'tired of denim' dilemma, but still want an on trend hard working wardrobe staple. These are the most flattering cargo's around with carefully place side pockets slimming thighs before our very eyes! Team with cuban heeled sued ankle boots now, and pumps or toe posts when weather warms up.



This khaki 'Andina' maxi dress from Malene Birger, can be worn straight away with a long sleeve basic underneath, a denim jacket and scarf. Add a pair of our Falke tights for warmth with flat biker or pirate boots.The dress will double up in summer worn as seen with Malene Birger's skinny caramel leather wrap belt, grecian sandals or with the new block heel straight off the catwalks, giving your outfit that 70's vibe.



An over sized blazer brings a little structure to many outfits in a totally effortless way. With a collar turned here and a sleeve rolled there, Malene Birger's black boyfriend style has a light pinstripe lining that peeks out on the cuffs and stops the jacket from looking too overdone. Wear now over fine knits and layers of tee's knotting a cashmere scarf for warmth around the neck. Wear for spring/summer as an evening cover up over your favourite cocktail dress. Elle McPherson is rarely seen without hers!



We suggest you go and see The King's Speech at the cinema (if you haven't already). As well as being a fantastic film starring the dreamy Colin Firth (now an Oscar nominee), we get a small yet delightful glimpse of the infamous Wallis Simpson's wardrobe. Known for her chic and glamorous style during the 1930's and 1940's, we're sure there will be a nod to her fashion influence to come very soon. So take note from us first and invest in vintage beads, statement brooches, tassel necklaces (to be worn back to front with a backless dress as seen in the film), and pearls.

                                                Day silver bead bracelet with black ribbon tie

Don't forget mail order is available at L'Armoire! If you see anything you like, just call the boutique on 01446 774766. We will give you knowledgeable size guidance and post your purchase out asap. Our opening hours are Monday to Saturday 10am-5:30pm.

See you soon xx

L'Armoire Ltd
64a Eastgate
Cowbridge
Vale of Glamorgan
CF71 7AB

Tel: 01446 77476

Friday 7 January 2011

A January Pick Me Up

Happy new year!!

I think we can safely say that January is not one of our favourite months. The winter blues kick in, and we are already looking ahead to spring. Well L'Armoire can still offer a much needed pick me up with some amazing sale bargains to make you feel very pleased with yourself indeed.

Owner Melissa offers her favourite smart sale buys that can bridge the gap between now and spring without a between season wardrobe disaster in sight.

Day Birger et Mikkelsen's light brown leather 'Loveworn' jacket was £310 and is now £230. This is a fantastic piece with endless wearability. It's cropped style means it is neat enough to fit underneath a winter coat or cardy right now and is great to team with a cashmere jumper and jeans. Take it right through into spring and even summer, cinching in next seasons soft jersey maxi dresses set to be a huge trend. It's cost per wear makes it such great value!


Malene Birger's classic LBD (little black dress) has plenty of va-va-voom for any smart or dressy occasion you have at anytime of the year. The dress was £225 and is now £158. You can't go wrong with this simple tailored piece for a sassy evening cocktail look. It makes a smart investment and will no doubt become one of your wardrobe staples. Glam it up with a great piece of statement jewellery for night or wear just as easily played down for a summer smart work dress paired with a cream structured jacket.


Adding a little metallic to your look right now will cheer up a dreary winter outfit. A flash of this Day, night blue and silver lurex scarf will add warmth and style in one carefully styled knot and twist. It's size means it will also be great to use in high summer as a evening shawl or a chic cover up on the beach.

Keep an eye out for our hotly anticipated Spring/Summer 11 collections by also following us on Facebook here http://on.fb.me/fK9jLq and Twitter http://twitter.com/larmoire_style

See you soon xx

L'Armoire Ltd
64a Eastgate
Cowbridge
Vale of Glamorgan
CF71 7AB

Tel: 01446 774766
contact@larmoire-cowbridge.co.uk