What she wore - Carmakoma Review

A while back I showed my favorite items from Carmakoma , I adore their online store so much and really wanted to know how they would look on my shape.

So I browsed the stunning new stock and picked two items to slip into a less than a week later a package was at my door - now how is that for shipping!

Carmakoma designs and produces clothes for curvy women in sizes 14-24. Quoted from their facebook page 'Our style is contrasted – a mix of rock’chick coolness and feminine sweetness. The clothes are designed and produced with heartfelt attention – making the final product of high quality and a perfect mix of styles for both the ”cutting edge” fashionista and the woman with the sophisticated weekday-look' I have to say this description is pretty much spot on.

So out I went with the fantastic Michael Alesich (who is brilliant) into the heart of the city and road tested the fantastic designs.

I got Agyness Skirt - EUR 75.21, the Moss Dress - EUR 68.36 and the Rollercoaster Belt - EUR 27.26.

First I slipped on the Moss Dress made from a soft silky jersey size XS I'm wearing this with black tights and the Rollercoaster Belt I also put my favorite bow belt on and it worked very well too. Click on the images for a larger view.

The fit is perfect around the chest, arms and waist. It falls beautifully and i love the details on the shoulders. I must admit this is a little to short for me to wear as a dress but with the right tights you can rock this as a dress or team it up over jeans and wear it as a tunic.

Be sure to check out the multiple was to wear the Rollercoaster Belt on the site as well.

Then for some real rock chic action the Agyness Skirt!

How i love every little detail on this skirt. From the studs, the leather look fabric to the folds and shapes in the fabric. I've never thought about wearing a mini skirt before but I'm actually comfortable in this. Its lined also which is great and I'm wearing a S in this as my hip measurement was a tad to big for the XS. Its a little roomy around the waist but I will get a tailor to take it in during the week.

So I'm very happy with my Carmakoma goodies and I can't wait to slip into some more designs.

Check out the behind the scenes video for their Autumn/Winter 2010 range and follow the blog Carmakoma Blog.

Pretty Preppy

I have a mad love for cardigans and recently I've been lusting after preppy style jackets and cardigans. So I have been searching far and wide for some really cute and basic preppy knits but I've had no luck finding great styles for women. Faith21 briefly had one style up online but as per usual it sold out instantly.

Then while was surfing on New Look I found two styles in the male section that would be perfect for the looks I'm after. I've never had a problem wearing men's cardigans and these are too cute to ignore. I will buy a medium in the males section as my waist and bust measurements are very close.

So I've put together two looks which are all available on New Look, this is how I would wear these preppy cardigans. One look going with basic black and my usual staple, the pencil skirt and the other a more playful, cute outfit. The sizing ranges from a UK 6 to 18 and there is also a plus size range that goes from 18 to 24 called Inspire (they both have different size charts).

Now which shall I buy?

Preppy Cardigan - Price £18.00
Gathered Pencil Skirt - Price £21.00
Pussy Bow Blouse - Price £18.00
Petal Rosette Corsage - £4.00
Pleated Bow Bag - £22.00
Bow Suedette Heel - £25.00

Preppy Cardigan - Price £18.00
Gathered Bow Skirt- Price £24.99
Bow Scoop Tee - £5.00
Divine Clutch - £7.00
Leather Bow Court- £25.00
Cameo Stud Set - £5.00

Black is Back

Black is the biggest part of my wardrobe and I have to say its also my favorite colour(or shade to some people). I don't wear black to cover up or hide any parts of my body I just love the way it looks. Everyone needs great black pieces in my wardrobe, they can be mixed up or down and match with every colour.

Carmakoma has won me over with their recent fall range and I think I will be going into debt soon enough due to these amazing pieces. How amazing are the models! Click here to see the online Autumn/Winter Lookbook.

Firstly I adore this whole outfit! From the detail on the hip hugging Agyness Skirt to the flowing Van Gogh blouse paired with the oh so cure spotted stockings! I need to own this!

The Galliano Blazer-Dress can either be worn as a long jacket or if your have amazing pins as a dress. I'd wear it both ways! Loving the big button detail and the round neckline and collar.

A perfect jersey dress - the Moss Dress. I'm loving deep neckline and the detail on the shoulders. In this shot they have teamed it up with a pair of jeans which I would have never thought to do. Wear it like this, wear it with tights, wear fantastic pumps or great leather boots. So many options with this dress.

The as seen in the image above we have the Roberto Pants. Studs, zips and a skinny leg these jeans will match everything. Even when viewing the online store you see that they really do match with every dress or top. They also come in plain black without studs found here.

Also check out the sale section while you are there these two dresses are so deelish!

The Dali Dress

The Lady Dress