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OOTD// Bohemian Beauty

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One of the leading trends that has made a comeback for SS15 is the 70's trend, with an array of floral prints, flamboyant shirts and suede skirts. But an alternative is the bohemian trend, epitomizing the hippy period of the 70s with long flowing maxis, an abundance of fringing and heavy accessorizing. 

Designers such as Fabrretti, Etro and even Ralph Lauren have been greatly influenced by bohemian, displaying a contemporary flare on the 70s. 










Bohemian works best if you keep the colour palette in earthy tones. Beige's, tans, burnt oranges and browns work the best as they blend.



When we think of the Boho trend, we automatically think billowing maxis, but at this time of year, it's not quite warm enough to start parading round in a floaty almost night dress. Instead, we've gone for a weathered ripped jean in a washed out blue, paired with a textured cream bardot top, finished with ruffled sleeves and hem. This trend is all about mixing different textures but keeping colours similar. The air still has a chill to it, even if the sun is shining, so we've gone for a cream loose knit cardigan from Hollister (£14) with a drop hem, creating a billowy effect. Swap this for a kimono as the season progresses. The high street is full of bohemian style sandals, but if you're not quite ready to get out your toes yet, stick to a suede ankle boot, complete with buckles and fringing to add extra detail to your look. To match the boots, we've gone for a soft fringed bucket bag from Zara. With this trend, add as much accessories to your outfit as you want, layering pieces up for texture. Our Amara Layered Bead Bracelet is perfect for this. It's actually one bracelet but gives the impression of several. The colours on the bracelet complement the look perfectly. We've gone for The Macy Gold Pendant Tassel Necklace  to tie in with the fringing.



Add these pieces above as well to the outfit to really nail the look. Usually less is more, but to be a bohemian beauty, more is definitely more!!!

Finish the look with a natural wave in your hair using a tousled texture mist and adding random braids to your hair. Complete with a beaded head piece to really bring out the quirky queen in you.



- Becky x



OOTD // PHILLIP LIM STYLE STEAL

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In case we hadn't already made it abundantly clear, we absolutely adore the monochrome trend this season! Phillip Lim certainly didn't fail to impress us with his SS15 collection, mixing crisp whites with blocks of black, slashed shapes and nude accessories. We're here to show you how you can recreate one of his runway looks at a fraction of the cost, with a little added sparkle courtesy of Adorning Ava.


The make up artists for the Phillip Lim show kept faces fresh, with nothing but some light contouring, a hint of eye definition and some serious brows. The Sleek Brow Kit is a copy of the Benefit Brow Zings set, and a bargain at only £8.50! You can order it online or in Boots, but it's constantly selling out, so be sure to stock up if you manage to spot it. Throw your hair up in a messy bun and don't worry about any hairspray - set your wispy hairs free for this look.

Since you're sticking to minimal make up, you can really go to town with your jewellery. Our Abby Statement Monochrome Jewel Collar blends in perfectly to the monochrome trend and will complement your colour block look perfectly. At less than £20 for such a statement piece, you can't go wrong!

Although we love this designer ensemble, not all of us can handle baring quite that much stomach so soon after Christmas. We found this Lovers + Friends crop trop with a less extreme cut out to show just a hint of skin. Pair it with this unique asymmetric hem block monochrome skirt from Sheinside for an almost exact match.

Just because we're heading into better weather doesn't mean you can't get out your favourite black leather jacket. With this barely there outfit, you'll feel cold from even the slightest breeze, so be sure to layer up a little. We love this Noisy May number with a zip all the way up to the neck, so you can decide exactly how covered or uncovered you want to be.

Gladiator sandals are set to make a return this season, but for a more feminine take on the trend, try a pair of lace up sandal heels - like these Stuart Weitzman beauties - with ankle detail and a soft nude colour. Add a matching nude handbag, such as this Faith piece, with a choice of strap lengths and boxy shape to finish off your style steal.

- Ella x

LFW // AW15 ACCESSORIES

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After NYFW came to an end, we told you some of the overall trends to look out for in AW15 - from Ice Princess to Nomadic. In this post, we look at the key accessory trends to keep an eye on so that you can start prepping for the season early!

FUR



Fur makes a comeback every autumn/winter season, and this year is no exception. Some of the hottest designers, such as Roksanda Ilincic, coated lashings of fur in bright and dusky colours onto anything from scarves to bags. If you caught our NYFW post last week, you'll already know that there are both Russian and royal trend influences expected in the coming season, so fur accessories are a must for any avid fashion follower.

FUTURISTIC



This year will see the release of both Star Wars VII and Avatar 2 - and it's clear designers have been taking inspiration from the sci-fi genre. The futuristic trend was favoured by many brands at LFW, with modern shapes, clean colours and light reflecting materials being seen frequently. This trend works best in milkyway colours and brilliant whites, but add splashes of metallics for a space age aesthetic.

CHOKERS



The choker has been deemed the emerging item to watch for AW15. It has been growing in popularity since this time last year, and is showing no sign of stopping any time soon. For autumn/winter, try quirky shapes and unusual materials to make a serious statement and show that you're ahead of the fashion game.

RUFFLES



Victoriana and royalty are set to be huge trends later this year, with heavily adorned fabrics being accented with fur and ruffles. Ruffled necklines are a sure fire way to impress your fashion forward friends, but if that sounds a little to OTT for you, then simply adding ruffles through your accessories will add texture and movement to your look in no time.

Our coverage of the Milan Fashion Week will be up in the next few days, so be sure to check back for more trend information ahead of everyone else!

- Ella x

OOTD // JUST RIGHT JUMPSUIT

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If you're off on a night out this weekend and dread the thought of wearing a dress in the cold autumn weather but still want to glam up, a jumpsuit is a happy medium! We're here to show you how you can easily turn a simple black jumpsuit into something extra special.

No matter what your body type, a black jumpsuit with a nipped in waist will suit you perfectly. We love this one as it already has some slight embellishment to the bust, but if you'd rather have something with sleeves, your accessories can play a big part in taking your jumpsuit from plain Jane to showstopper in a matter of moments!

Our Rayna Powder Blue Jewel Necklace features colour popping cobalt - one of this season's hottest colours - with plenty of embellishment to add a little glitz to your outfit. Wear it with a matching powder blue blazer and bright blue nails to create a well put together look with little effort.

Gold is always a festive favourite. We adore these River Island heels as they're the perfect mix of simple and statement, with a laser cut ankle strap. Pair with a mini gold box clutch and you're ready to take the night by storm!

Only one more sleep until it's officially the weekend - have a good one girls!

-Ella x

NEW YORK FASHION WEEK // THE RUN DOWN

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Once again the designers at NYFW have wowed us all, with out-of-this-world shows and designs to die for. From Ralph Lauren's soft safari look, to Jeremy Scott's bold hippy prints, there's a trend for everyone next season. Here at Adorning Ava we're giving you the run down of SS15's top trends to watch out for and the designers you should be keeping an eye on.

WONDERFUL WHITES




NYFW saw an array of designers carrying the white trend through from AW14 into SS15, with each of them taking a different approach. Erin Fetherston printed vintage themed florals over brilliant whites to create a clean, feminine style - perfect for any garden party. Michael Kors showed us a slightly different interpretation, using floral cut outs over matching white mesh, and adding daisy-esque appliques over floaty midi skirts.


White isn't just a big trend in clothing though, with oversized blooming rings and creamy pearls expected to make an appearance in next season's jewellery. For the perfect pearly piece with a floral hint, our Ayla White Pearl & Jewel Encrusted Necklace definitely deserves a peek at.


SAFARI CHIC




Models took to the catwalk in shades of mustard and khaki, paired with splashes of magenta, cobalt and violet. Ralph Lauren took a  more direct approach to this trend, showing lightweight jackets and trousers covered in utility pockets, alongside sultry silk shirts in hot pink, powerful purple and summer yellow; whereas Osklen models owned the runway with a more modern twist on safari chique. His designs focused more heavily on shades of khaki, sand and white, with clean lines and PVC inserts providing a unique take on the trend. Colour could be seen on his palm and jungle print coordinates and high-waisted skirts and tailored trousers.


Transparency can also be found in SS15's accessories, with chunky perspex bangles and ever-adorned perspex-backed necklaces making a big comeback. Check out our Lexi Clear Perspex Jewel Necklace for a statement piece to carry you through from AW14 into the new year.


SEA BREEZE



Keeping the idea of summer holidays in mind, oceanic shades of blue against shimmering metallics created a dreamy atmosphere across a sea of catwalk models. Our personal favourites for this colour scheme were the king of tailoring Hugo Boss and red carpet favourite Pamella Roland. Boss' models strutted in mini a-line skirts, racer-front fitted midi dresses and crisp shirts in powder blue and navy, whilst Roland's appeared to float down the runway in navy numbers and reflective silver styles.


Your sure to get many a wear out of our transitional Lola Cobalt & Teal Jewel Necklace as it takes you from this season's blue trend and straight into the next.


GO BOLD OR GO HOME




After the dark tones of the autumn/winter season, it's always nice to dress up in some bold brights when the sun starts to come out again. But this year, colours and prints are getting bigger and better than ever, with '70s and '80s vibes being thrown into the mix. Jeremy Scott blew away the crowds and probably blinded the frow with his bright hippy prints, from tie dye oversized t-shirts to far out floral dresses. Although his collection seemed mostly focused on the '70s Woodstock theme, he introduced a few slogan print pieces with an '80s feel - and he's not the only one. Marc by Marc Jacobs took this statement trend by storm with a vast array of slogan tees and punchy polkadots.


The key to this trend? Colour, colour and more colour. Head on over to our Colour Crush trend page to see pieces like this Statement Bright Jewel Necklace and get your colour fix.



That's it for our NYFW run down, but keep an eye out for our AW14 trend tracker and join us over the coming weeks as we follow London Fashion Week and the British Fashion Awards!

- Ella x

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