Fashion Forward

Hi all,

As London Fashion Week comes to a close and Milan gets in to full swing, it's a feast for the whole month of September for anyone who loves fashion. As much as we can't wait to see whats ahead for next years spring/summer 12 season, what really interests us is what the people who attend fashion week are wearing right now. From the fashion editors, bloggers, buyers and front rowers to special guests and even students. It's where we see real wearable emerging trends.

                                                                       Animal Print

                                                                 Masculine Tailoring

Print

A Sprinkle of Sparkle.

We love this Day Birger et Mikkelsen 'Luuxi' piece. On one hand it looks great worn as an oversized top with skinny jeans or leggings but on the other easily doubles up as a dress to wear on a night out. The little fleck of lurex sparkle that runs through the fine knit giving a nod to the metallic trend. It's all about how it hangs on the body too. The right fold and drape of the fabric makes the style super flattering on the body shape.

Cable Knit

Cable knit is back with a vengeance. Always a classic and comfortable heritage staple it never really goes away. Coming in all shapes and sizes, here at L'Armoire we offer it in the form of this cosy American Vintage cardigan. The soft heather grey colour allows you to team it with pretty much everything so go on..., go cable!

We loved the print so much from American Vintage we also chose it in a scarf aswell as the silk dress. Looks great against all the muted tones of the season.

                                                                         All White

Take a leaf from Ashley Olsen's style note book and covet the crisp white shirt. Make sure it's always crease free and worn with clean simple shapes. Here is Malene Birger's pin tuck detail version.

P.S. We also love it styled with this cute Malene Birger blush angora fluffy jumper.

See you soon xx

P.S. Have you seen the new kitchen/cafe bar opening just down from us on Eastgate? We hear it's going to be a great place to stop for food post or pre-shopping in Cowbridge!

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

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

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Something For The Weekend

Hi all,

How quickly the weather can change leaving us digging deep in to our wardrobes looking for something a little cosier and warmer to thrown on. Now is a great time to invest in your first piece of knitwear for the season and we have plenty to choose from here at L'Armoire. Here are our favourites so far

                                                 Malene Birger 'Pinna' blush mohair pullover

                                  Day 'Talita' dove oversized knit, Day nude under 'Layering' top

                                     Malene Birger 'Guille' grey oversized chunky zip cardy/coat

'Man Oh Man'

Masculine tailoring is a leading trend this season. Having been seen on the catwalks of Celine and Stella McCartney it combines sleek, clean tailored shapes with straight masculine lines. A great way to introduce the trend into your wardrobe without going full on brogues and button down shirt is to add one simple piece to your look. Malene Birger's navy 'Wakana' coat with black satin lapel trim is that key piece and it's so wearable too. Two great styling tips for this one is simply teamed with skinny jeans and cosy cashmere for day or to 'man up' a cute cocktail dress for evening.

An Autumn Weekend Away

Next on our calender is a relaxing weekend break away in the Cotswold's maybe? Wherever your heading, it's always a bit of a dilemma deciding what to take with you to wear. Here we offer you our essential packing plan leaving you with no excess baggage or stuffed holdall with nothing that co-ordinates. A great capsule mini break wardrobe keeping you stylish, warm and on trend.

Our Capsule Wardrobe

1. Malene Birger camel 'Lupo' jacket
2. Day 'New York Glam' black jeans
3. American Vintage charcoal knitted jumper dress
4. Day 'Basic Smooth' black leggings
5. Malene Birger 'Brisa' blush blouse
6. Day 'Milleraie' black/grey striped long jumper
7. American Vintage chalk pleated tee
8. American Vintage pebble 3/4 sleeve basic
9. American Vintage heather grey basic tank
10. Asui 'Mesh' print scarf
11. Day 'Bluebell' gold necklace
12. Falke matt black 50 tights

Day one-Stay comfy and looking casual whilst traveling to your destination American Vintage's jumper dress and Day leggings. Throw on this printed scarf by Asui once you arrive for an explore and spot of lunch.

A quick change of your leggings for these smooth Falke 50d tights and add a bit of glam with this Day statement necklace and your ready for the evening ahead.

Day two-If a walk is on the cards followed by a relaxing afternoon in a country pub, a great pair of flattering jeans look effortless styled with soft tonal layers. Three fine American Vintage pieces will keep the chill away if the weather feels fresher. Just the tank and tee will do if your lucky and the sun is out.

Smarten the jeans up for evening with Malene Birger's pretty ruffle blouse and luxurious camel jacket.

Day three-For your final day and the journey home, team your leggings with Day's long grey and black stripe jumper, with the camel jacket added once again for warmth and style.

Tip-If a weekend away is on the cards for you too, we recommend Cotswold Inns & Hotels (especially The Lamb Inn in Burford) http://www.cotswold-inns-hotels.co.uk/content/index.htm

See you soon xx

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

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

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