Stop Press: Katie Grand Brings you Love

This is the most exciting news that I have heard all 2009, probably 2008 for that matter. The influential fashion darling Katie Grand will be releasing her new and exclusive biannual fashion magazine Love on 19 February which promises to be both edgy and experimental, I can hardly wait!

Katie, who has already given us many a fashion delight with Pop, was poached by publishing house Condé Nast last year to create her own magazine – now you just know that this is going to be good. I predict that this magazine is going to be the biggest hit of the year.

Now we all know that anything that Grand touches turns to gold, just look at her career for evidence. Starting with Dazed & Confused, and going on to the edgy fashion magazine Pop, as well as stints as a stylist at fashion houses Prada and Louis Vuitton, this is the C.V. of a fashion guru.

You can guarantee that Love is most certainly going to feature the hottest fashion, coolest celebrities and sexiest photography.

If this magazine is half as quirky, vibrant and energising as Grand then it’s going to cause a fashion storm. Can you tell I’m excited!?

Stop Press: Katie Grand Brings you Love

This is the most exciting news that I have heard all 2009, probably 2008 for that matter. The influential fashion darling Katie Grand will be releasing her new and exclusive biannual fashion magazine Love on 19 February which promises to be both edgy and experimental, I can hardly wait! Katie, who has already given us many a fashion delight with Pop, was poached by publishing house Condé Nast last year to create her own magazine – now you just know that this is going to be good. I predict that this magazine is going to be the biggest hit of the year.

Now we all know that anything that Grand touches turns to gold, just look at her career for evidence. Starting with Dazed & Confused, and going on to the edgy fashion magazine Pop, as well as stints as a stylist at fashion houses Prada and Louis Vuitton, this is the C.V. of a fashion guru. You can guarantee that Love is most certainly going to feature the hottest fashion, coolest celebrities and sexiest photography. If this magazine is half as quirky, vibrant and energising as Grand then it’s going to cause a fashion storm. Can you tell I’m excited!?

The Look of 2009

I have compiled a top ten best dressed list for 2008. My criteria for this list was to include females with a great natural sense of style and individuality that continually impressed in the dress stakes.

Top Ten Best Dressed 2008
- Diane Kruger, someone who clearly loves fashion and is always ahead of the crowd when it comes to new trends. Always styles an outfit perfectly.
- Alexa Chung, the undisputed queen of shabby chic, this girl knows how to mix vintage and contemporary. Has a look that every young woman can identify with but is impossible to master.
- Michelle Obama, gained a huge following during Barrack’s Presidential campaign for her elegant yet sharp wardrobe. Michelle managed to engage with the public by mixing high street and designer. She also had the press in near hysteria durin elections, The New York Times remarked ‘She Dresses to Win’, and she did…
- Lou Doillon, follows in her mother’s footstep as a fashion icon. Lou's outfits always look so timeless yet she never looks like she’s tried too hard. If I could raid anyone's wardrobe, it would be hers.
- M.I.A., the most creative and imaginative dresser on the scene, her love of fashion is obvious, and inspires us all with her bright and beautiful outfits.
- Eva Mendes, always chooses exquisite numbers in bright, vivid colours, sets the red carpet alight.
- Carine Roitfeld, the editor of French Vogue has influenced many a wardrobe this season with her rock chic outfits. She always looks so effortlessly chic.
- Heidi Klum, always flawless, has anyone ever seen a bad outfit on this German beauty?
- Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, France’s first lady made us all gasp with delight on her UK visit looking demure in Dior. Who knew dove-grey and a pillbox hat could look so good. Can’t wait to see what she has in stall for us next.
- Tilda Swinton, such an individual when it comes to style. Tilda always shuns the conformist celebrity looks and always makes her bold choices her own. Such a presence!

Disagree with the judging? Be sure to voice your opinion.

2009 Predictions

2009 will see us stray away from the recent trend focused years; this is primarily due to the economic situation. ‘Credit crunch chic’ will see more classic investment pieces, as opposed to trends which have little longevity and generally equate to disposable fashion.

We will also see a decline in the IT bag as consumers want to buy staple items that have endurance in their wardrobes rather than items which only last the current season. We will see the emphasis on ensuring we have good quality staples such as a classic white shirt, day to night blazer, and the perfect pair of jeans.

This is mirrored in the current designs from all the major fashion houses as there are no particular trends on the catwalk or high street, just individual strong pieces – will this be an end to faddish trends? – T-shirt and Tails certainly hopes so.

For 2009 I am desiring these denim Miss Selfridge shorts, £35, to pair with biker boots, a t-shirt, cardigan and chunky jewelery during the day, and a vintage blouse and heels for the evening. What are your must-haves for 2009?

The Look of 2009

I have compiled a top ten best dressed list for 2008. My criteria for this list was to include females with a great natural sense of style and individuality that continually impressed in the dress stakes. Top Ten Best Dressed 2008 - Diane Kruger, someone who clearly loves fashion and is always ahead of the crowd when it comes to new trends. Always styles an outfit perfectly. - Alexa Chung, the undisputed queen of shabby chic, this girl knows how to mix vintage and contemporary. Has a look that every young woman can identify with but is impossible to master. - Michelle Obama, gained a huge following during Barrack’s Presidential campaign for her elegant yet sharp wardrobe. Michelle managed to engage with the public by mixing high street and designer. She also had the press in near hysteria durin elections, The New York Times remarked ‘She Dresses to Win’, and she did… - Lou Doillon, follows in her mother’s footstep as a fashion icon. Lou's outfits always look so timeless yet she never looks like she’s tried too hard. If I could raid anyone's wardrobe, it would be hers. - M.I.A., the most creative and imaginative dresser on the scene, her love of fashion is obvious, and inspires us all with her bright and beautiful outfits. - Eva Mendes, always chooses exquisite numbers in bright, vivid colours, sets the red carpet alight. - Carine Roitfeld, the editor of French Vogue has influenced many a wardrobe this season with her rock chic outfits. She always looks so effortlessly chic. - Heidi Klum, always flawless, has anyone ever seen a bad outfit on this German beauty? - Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, France’s first lady made us all gasp with delight on her UK visit looking demure in Dior. Who knew dove-grey and a pillbox hat could look so good. Can’t wait to see what she has in stall for us next. - Tilda Swinton, such an individual when it comes to style. Tilda always shuns the conformist celebrity looks and always makes her bold choices her own. Such a presence! Disagree with the judging? Be sure to voice your opinion.

2009 Predictions 2009 will see us stray away from the recent trend focused years; this is primarily due to the economic situation. ‘Credit crunch chic’ will see more classic investment pieces, as opposed to trends which have little longevity and generally equate to disposable fashion. We will also see a decline in the IT bag as consumers want to buy staple items that have endurance in their wardrobes rather than items which only last the current season. We will see the emphasis on ensuring we have good quality staples such as a classic white shirt, day to night blazer, and the perfect pair of jeans. This is mirrored in the current designs from all the major fashion houses as there are no particular trends on the catwalk or high street, just individual strong pieces – will this be an end to faddish trends? – T-shirt and Tails certainly hopes so. For 2009 I am desiring these denim Miss Selfridge shorts, £35, to pair with biker boots, a t-shirt, cardigan and chunky jewelery during the day, and a vintage blouse and heels for the evening. What are your must-haves for 2009?