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Seeing Spots

Sarah Homer — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 13:18:29 +0000

If there’s one print to get your hands on for Autumn 2011, it’s something covered in dots, spots, or circles. Marc Jacobs, Stella McCartney, and Prada sent models down the runway that left the crowd seeing, well..spots. Not only were dots used as prints but also were given as texture on tops, dresses and skirts. Perfect for adding a little rustle to your night on the town.

Don’cha just love…

Jo Lavelle — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 13:09:58 +0000

Colour Blocking

Lia Stokes — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 11:42:25 +0000

Next Bangle €11 | ASOS Chiffon Kimono €44.87 | ASOS Orange Pleated Skirt €44.87

Lipstick M&S €4.50 | Yellow Sleeveless Top €68 Monsoon | French Connection Jumpsuit €232

Colour Block T’s Penneys €13 | Orange Next Clutch €25 | Pink Floppy Hat Next €19

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Despite the unconvincing weather, Summer is in fact here! That means new trends on the catwalk and highstreet. Now that most of the cold weather has passed, we’re all looking for a chance to brighten up our wardrobes and this season’s Colour Blocking trend lets us do just that. So ditch the dull and muted tones of last season ladies and start thinking acid brights and bold stripes!

Designers such as Gucci, Jill Sander and Christopher Kane rocked the look down the catwalk during this year’s Spring/Summer fashion weeks and celebrities have been snapping up the style ever since. Although here at Goldenegg we’re all for mixing and matching these lush jewel tones and dazzling neons, unfortunately not everyone gets it right. We’ll be looking at the good, the bad and the ugly takes on the trend and give you tips on how to get it just right!

The Good:

Camilla Belle recently plucked an entire outfit from the Gucci s/s catwalk for a pre-Grammy party and while there was not much imagination put in to the look, she carried it off to perfection. Camilla’s glossy locks and nude make-up compliment this statement ensemble and let the clothes do all the talking. If you are daring enough to try this kind of colour combination then Zara, Penneys and ASOS.com have lots to offer.

Brightly coloured trousers are a must for this look and Penneys are doing a great range in slouchy, high-waisted satin. The trousers come in Royal blue, fuchsia pink and tangerine orange and at €17 you might just pick up all three! Team the Pink or Orange versions with this stunning drop level blazer from ASOS.com €89.74 and turquoise Colour Block Tee also from Penneys €13.

If all of this mixing and matching sounds like too much effort then try this M&S Limited Collection Jumpsuit for €79. Pair with the purple Alpna Clutch from Accessorize €42 and some gold heels and a belt and you have a great evening look.

Not brave enough to go all the way with your outfit? Why not add small splashes of colour with your make-up and accessories. Neon brights are bang on trend for lips and nails this season. So if you are channelling the LBD, then jazz it up with some M&S Essential Colours Lipstick in Bright Magenta €4.50 and a pair of Yellow Mouse Twist Heels €85 from Schuh. A lot of celebrities have been wearing vibrant nail colours over the past few months and the high street offers the best selection. Try Accessorize for some great colours like Teal and Sunny Days Yellow €7. Mix it up by using a different colour for your bag or accessories.

Beware!

While it’s very easy to get caught up in a trend, you do not want to take your love of colour too far! If you are going to go for it with your outfit then keep your make-up and hair subtle. Up-dos can be too severe for this look unless they are loose and messy. But you really can’t go wrong with flowing glossy locks. As for your make-up, neutral tones are key. Think a flick of eyeliner and a touch of lipgloss.

The Bad and the Ugly!

This look may sound daunting but if you follow the rules you can’t go too far wrong. Don’t go overboard but be daring at the same time!

Let’s Talk About Sex

Jennie Moles — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 11:21:47 +0000

Hey Darlings,

Am I getting old? This is the burning question I have been asking myself recently prompted by a number of incidents. Firstly, I’m noticing a new and quite conservative attitude within myself towards fashion trends. I find myself far more intolerant of certain alleged “in things” in the weird and wonderful world of fashion.

Example one: the thigh high suspender stocking. Now, correct me if I’m wrong, but I always thought this little fashion tippet belonged in satin clad boudoirs and steamy lingerie shops. I thought the only time respectable women wore these was on a boyfriend, husband or partner’s birthday, a Valentine’s night or after receiving an extremely yummy surprise candle lit meal cooked by your significant other.

So you can imagine my shock and confusion when the thigh high suspender started popping up on the legs of Irish ladies in night haunts around the country, worn not with lingerie, but with bum skimming skirts. I don’t get the appeal of this whole underwear as outerwear thing. I don’t think there is a classy, understated way to wear this. I don’t understand why a light black tight isn’t sufficiently sexy. I really feel anything is better than the Jenny Don’t be Hasty style suspender stocking.

Have you noticed that everything is becoming far too sexualised? (Another reason why I think I’m getting old). It’s not just fashion, which I’ll admit has always run on the premise that sex sells, but everyday life from the things we read to television and music is getting more X Rated. I just think the world has become a very sexy place. Sex permeates its way into our lives in the most inappropriate ways and we’re all becoming completely indifferent to it.

Only last weekend I was in a very popular children’s toy store shopping for birthday presents for my boyfriend’s nieces. To me toy shops should be a safe haven for childish innocence. And call me crazy, but I would expect the sound track crooning out of the shop’s speakers to include things like Disney songs, tunes from Barney or nostalgic nursery rhymes.

So you can imagine my shock and horror when Rihanna S&M pumped out at me as hyped up four year olds ran around my knees asking their parents for dolls clad in the type of clothes which shock me on a Saturday night on the tiles. I looked around and felt very uneasy. Trying to choose whether the Barbie dressed like a high class hooker would be better for the niece turning four or seven as Ri Ri revealed how sticks and stones may break her bones but chains and whips excite her was too weird an experience for me.

In the end I decided Barbie dolls were out. I searched for an hour for a doll with some kind of positive message for a young girl to emulate. Doctor doll perhaps, or high powered lawyer Barbies complete with her own rent controlled apartments and three piece power suits- there was none. Only nurse and teacher- which I would have bought in a heartbeat, except their outfits were thigh high like the stockings and I think we all know my feelings about that now.

The more I think about it I don’t think the problem is that I’m old at heart. I think I’m just starting to cop on. I don’t really feel the need to pander to the conventional ideals of sexy anymore. I think too many women feel pressure to get the legs or boobs out in order to get noticed.

Looking around any nightclub in the country this seems to be the perception. The majority of women strut around with their skin out because they like to feel sexy. And I’m not knocking this because if you’ve got it, why not flaunt it. But, for every confident, strutting woman, there are at least three who are unsure. Instead of owning the room with their blatant display of female sexuality, the unsure women toddle through the club pulling their thigh highs up and their minisdown. And that’s what’s wrong with the picture of sexiness. So many people recreate the images of what the world calls sexy, whether they are comfortable with it or not.

I say if you think you’ve got it and you want to flaunt it good luck to ya. But if you’re showing the skin to avoid falling under the radar maybe it’s time to reconsider. I think sexiness is a state of mind stemming from confidence. As always your comments, criticisms and tweets are welcomed on this hot topic… as long as you agree.

To me, sexiness has more to do with the way you hold yourself than the length of your skirt. But I have a sneaky suspicion the masses disagree. The suspender trend does prompt me to take a kind of what’s next view of the world. Will bras and camis be replacing shirts and blouses in a few years? Will there ever be a Barbie that doesn’t resemble the latest raunchy pop starlet? Will children’s stores continue to play sexually provocative music to their teeny bopper shoppers?

I’ll keep you posted.

Yellow

Jennie Moles — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 16:01:56 +0000

1. Penneys Block Dress, €17 // 2. Arnotts.ie Popp Yellow Cale Plate, €68

3. Accessorize Skinny Belt, €13.50 // 4. Arnotts.ie Aromatic Candle, €32.95

5. Urban Outfitters Belted Trousers, €63 // 6. Arnotts.ie Lantern, €31

7. Swatch, €38 // 8. Penneys Yellow Glasses, €1.50

9. Topshop Banana Drop earrings, €9.50

Blue Crush

Emer Donlon — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 11:51:56 +0000

It’s called the ‘Cate’ dress, but we think a certain Kate would love it. Only €99 at Standún.

Father’s Day

Emer Donlon — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 12:09:05 +0000

1. GrillPro 3 Piece BBQ Set, €9.99 at Woodie’s DIY

2. Chronograph Watch, €315 from Calvin Klein

3. Armani Sport Code 75ml, €63 at The Perfume Shop

4. Feathered Hat, €39.95 at Zara

5. Cuff Links, €27 at M&S

So not every Dad is an internationally acclaimed, oscar nominated movie star. And chances are your own father hasn’t quite made it on to the ‘World’s Most Beautiful’ list at any stage over the last decade. But that doesn’t mean that he doesn’t deserve to be treated to gifts galore from his favourite daughter on Father’s Day this year…that’s Sunday 19 June incase you’d forgotten…

Gimme Gimme Gimme

Emer Donlon — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 14:55:26 +0000

CLICK. IT’S ALL YOU NEED TO DO.

Oh La La

Jo Lavelle — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 13:38:06 +0000

For 70s chic, this Warehouse Jumpsuit is a comfortable, stylish summer pick €90

Team these All saints Ismaris Long Boots with a denim mini for ultimate cool €350

Accessorise Link Earring €15.50

Just Can’t Get Enough

Dean Jackson — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 14:36:28 +0000

Pink Rose Cupcake, €9.99 – The Galway Cupcakery // Green Heel, €85 – Schuh //

Champagne Flute, €19.20 – Jasper Conran @ Debenhams // Bellante Rose, €14.49 - m&s //

Verbana Handwash, €32.95 – L’Occitaine // Beyoncé Heat Rush, €31 – The Perfume Shop //

Hand & Foot Cream, €44.90 – L’Occitaine // Navy Seaside Dress €63.00 – Urban Outfitters //

Lemon Sundress, €6 – Penneys // Chocolates, €22 – Butlers //

Diamond cluster pendant, €1310 – Hartmanns //