This post is dedicated to Birthday Girl Deanne at Dream Sequins, who adores tulle. It's also an act of contrition for (accidentally) sending her my photo for her virtual tea party 24 hours late. D'oh. When I received my December issue of British Vogue the other week, it took me a few seconds to recognise the delicate flower of a cover girl - Lara Stone. And that's because Lara Stone usually looks nothing near delicate - moody, intense and sometimes almost succubus-like: The girl is definite... Read Full Story

  ...you must take the place I would be occupying at the events of two of my favourite bloggers if I wasn't an ocean away. First up is the Boyy Fall 2009 preview on Wednesday. It's hosted by beautiful birthday girl Deanne of Dream Sequins and Boyy's Jesse Dorsey who is offering guests a 15% discount off these To Die For bags. Seriously, these are so cool even Lou Doillon has one - the Slash, which is nearly sold out. (I don't normally care who is carrying what - in fact if something is bein... Read Full Story

  ...you must take the place I would be occupying at the events of two of my favourite bloggers if I wasn't an ocean away. First up is the Boyy Fall 2009 preview on Wednesday. It's hosted by beautiful birthday girl Deanne of Dream Sequins and Boyy's Jesse Dorsey who is offering guests a 15% discount off these To Die For bags. Seriously, these are so cool even Lou Doillon has one - the Slash, which is nearly sold out. (I don't normally care who is carrying what - in fact if something is bein... Read Full Story

These gorgeous snowy concoctions were made by the Cupcake Goddess Sorry for the belated Cupcake Monday: I was finishing this post last night, then went up to read my daughter her bedtime stories and didn't come down until this morning! That's what happens you've only had a few hours of good sleep and her mattress is a Tempur-pedic. Well, it hasn't snowed yet here in England and I don't expect it will until the new year, but for once I'm getting into the Christmas spirit early and I intend t... Read Full Story

These gorgeous snowy concoctions were made by the Cupcake Goddess Sorry for the belated Cupcake Monday: I was finishing this post last night, then went up to read my daughter her bedtime stories and didn't come down until this morning! That's what happens you've only had a few hours of good sleep and her mattress is a Tempur-pedic. Well, it hasn't snowed yet here in England and I don't expect it will until the new year, but for once I'm getting into the Christmas spirit early and I intend t... Read Full Story

I'm very happy to announce that Jo B won the £50 Topshop voucher giveaway courtesy of VoucherCodes.co.uk! She was hoping to buy this gorgeous black trench coat that she's been *dreaming about* if she won and now she can! Congratulations Jo!A great big heap of gratitude goes out to VoucherCodes.co.uk for providing this fantastic prize and making a Swelle reader very happy! Thank you so much to all who entered.There's another giveaway coming soon - watch this space to win a very cool piece of... Read Full Story

I'm very happy to announce that Jo B won the £50 Topshop voucher giveaway courtesy of VoucherCodes.co.uk! She was hoping to buy this gorgeous black trench coat that she's been *dreaming about* if she won and now she can! Congratulations Jo!A great big heap of gratitude goes out to VoucherCodes.co.uk for providing this fantastic prize and making a Swelle reader very happy! Thank you so much to all who entered.There's another giveaway coming soon - watch this space to win a very cool piece of... Read Full Story

You would think that an international burlesque performer who is famous for taking her clothes off in an elaborately choreographed and propped stage show would be best known for her body. But it’s Dita Von Teese’s throwback starlet style that has the fashion world and its loyal followers drooling in their couture. She may have a figure to die for, but it’s when it’s covered up – or rather how it’s covered up – that has cemented Ms. Von Teese’s place as one of the world’s most influential st... Read Full Story

You would think that an international burlesque performer who is famous for taking her clothes off in an elaborately choreographed and propped stage show would be best known for her body. But it’s Dita Von Teese’s throwback starlet style that has the fashion world and its loyal followers drooling in their couture. She may have a figure to die for, but it’s when it’s covered up – or rather how it’s covered up – that has cemented Ms. Von Teese’s place as one of the world’s most influential st... Read Full Story

A stunner of a jacket floats down the runway of an haute couture show in Paris. No ordinary garment, this adeptly tailored piece has been invested with an exquisite patch of embroidery, applied with an inspired and skillful hand, and all eyes are upon it. It's this very kind of adornment – the fruits of superior craftsmanship - that elevates mere apparel to a coveted and exclusive artisanal creation and sustains the reputation of the most prestigious fashion houses.Just who are these gifted... Read Full Story