Wallis Style Talk

London Fashion Week SS14

 

With fashion season in full swing we thought we'd take a look back at some of the key trends to come out of London Fashion Week SS14.

So another #LFW is over and what a week it was! With a number of established labels such as Burberry and Mulberry showing off their latest SS14 collections as well as the newcomers including Simone Rocha and Madham Kirchhoff, it was always going to be an exciting week for trend watching!

 

Mulberry SS14

Black and White
With some collections containing only black and white pieces, this trend is sure to big for SS14. Osman, Simone Rocha and Mulberry opted for this minimalist style with a mix of materials to give it an updated feel!

 

Burberry Prorsum SS14

Romance
This was one of our favourite trends to emerge from London Fashion Week. The classic, ladylike look is sure to feature heavily in your wardrobe next spring. With high-waisted A-line skirts and matching blouses, this look is delicate and romantic.

 

Bora Aksu SS14

Texture & Embellishment
Some of the most eye-catching looks to come of out fashion week played with different textures and detailing. From Matthew Williamson's floral beaded designs to Christopher Kane's textured dresses, SS14 will be anything but dull!

 

Matthew Williamson SS14

Pastels
We first saw this trend emerge at Marc by Marc Jacbos last week in New York and London did not disappoint! Matthew Williamson, Burberry and Mary Katrantzou were among the many opting for pale hues and springtime pastels in ultra-feminine  shapes.

 

W - A Limited Edition Collection

 

Wallis sees the launch of its premium autumn/winter W collection. Monochrome and urban undertones are key; whilst chic tailoring and texture inject an element of city cool with a polished feminine look.

 

From left to right: black leather biker jacket, black and white long sleeved dress

Senior designer, Sital Mehta tells us his main influences when starting the collection came from "architectural lines, city inspiration and  minimal designers". This gorgeous leather biker jacket is his perfect 24/7 piece as it's "easy to wear, looks effortless and of course, works for day and evening".

 

From left to right: Black sequin midi dress, cream slim coat

 

From left to right: black circle print dress, black and white colourblock dress

 

Classic dressing at its easiest, the simple colour palette and chic lines make this a collection not to be missed. Each piece will take you effortlessly from day-to-night and can be mixed into your existing wardrobe to give you a fresh new look.

 

Must-Have Maxi Dresses

 

Create the wow factor with the season's must-have item, the maxi dress!

The maxi dress can be worn on sun-soaked days on the beach or dressed up in the evening with some statement jewellery and a clutch.

Whether you're going for a bright, printed or monochrome look, we have a maxi dress to suit your mood!

 

These gorgeous floral maxi dresses are great for summer and can be worn day or night! 

 

Great for an event, a black and white maxi dress will ensure all eyes are on you!

 

Whether you go for orange, purple or blue, these three grecian maxi dresses are a super-flattering choice!

Whatever your style, make the maxi dress your summer staple!

 

4 Ways to Wear the Blazer

 

We know that when it comes to purchasing an item, versatility is up there with does it suit my figure, can I afford it, is it on-trend, to name just a few. With this in mind we decided to set 7 of our favourite bloggers a little style challenge! We gave them one of our new season blazers and four days to come up with four different outfits around this blazer. 

Below are just a few of our favourite outfits that they have put together. Be sure to head over to each of their blogs to see more and vote on your favourite.

 

 

Thanks to Kimberly at PennyPincherFashion, Samantha at The Brunette One, Bethany at B Soup, Kellie at Leopard and Lavender, Jessica at Here & Now, Colleen at Classy Mommy and Heather at Fashionista NY Girl - we LOVE all the different looks!

You can shop our blazers here and share your looks with us over on our Twitter and Facebook pages.

We look forward to seeing your diferent looks!

 

Glamorous Touch

 

Every Wallis woman needs a little glamour in her wardrobe. With beautiful printed maxi dresses, oversized shades and metallics to mix into your daytime look; we’ve got hundreds of styles ready to add a touch of glam to every outfit.

 

From left to right: stone mac, leopard and paisley print maxi dress, black short sleeve top, gold collar necklace, stone studded top, black jeans, black blazer, black and gold sequin top, cream metallic bag, nude flat shoes with metal dick trim, and black platform court shoes.

 

Mix muted neutral tones with black to give your look a luxurious feel!

Bold stripes

 

The motif of the season. Take inspiration from the catwalks and make stripes your new go-to piece. Seen everywhere from Marc Jacobs to Tommy Hilfiger, stripes made up a big part of their SS13 collections. 

 

 

Fun and easy to wear, this season's stripes are bold! From black and white to colourful stripes, there's sure to be something for everyone!

 

 

From left to right: stone stripe heart jumper, petite black stripe top, navy spot and stripe top and petite stripe tunic.

 

An impressive piece to have in our wardrobe, vertical stripes help elongate your figure whilst horizontal stripes can often narrow it! Whether you opt for head-to-toe stripes like that seen on the catwalk at Marc Jacobs or add a flash of colour to yours like D&G, stripes are a must-have!

 

 

Blazers - Day To Night

 

A must have piece in anyone's wardrobe, the colored blazer can be worn day or night.

 

Brighten up your workwear wardrobe with this red fitted jacket. A chic and effortless cover up, team with a cream blouse in the day or with a printed dress in the evening for instant glamour.

 

Master the smart/casual look with this timeless navy bazer. A great piece for both the day and night, the fitted blazer can be worn with just about everything - making it our new season saviour!

 

Trendy, stylish and versatile, the tailored blazer is an absolute must-have!

Outfit Of The Week...

  
Left to right: Aqua Sequin Twist Sweater, Gold Statement Collar Necklace, Stone Slim Leg Jeans, Black Tassel Handheld Bag, Neutral Metal Wedge Court Shoe

 

It's Friday which means one thing...it's time to get inspired with our outfit of the week! This week we've given you a taser of what's to come in SS13 so now we thought we'd show you how we'll be styling some of our favourite new pieces this weekend.

It's not quite warm enough to face the winds in a tshirt so embrace them in a refreshing wave of colour by opting for this aqua sequin twist jumper. The sequins give it a touch of sparkle making it a versatile garment that will take you right through the year.

It doesn't always need to be out with the old and in with the new. Simply alter your daily accessories to recreate an outfit, allowing yourself to keep up with the trends. A beautiful handbag and pair of slim leg jeans  will complete the look. 

 

Colour Ideas For SS13...

It's time to prepare for SS13. Grab the opportunity to use your wardrobe as a weapon of colour.

After the dark winter months a breath of fresh air is needed and there is no better way to achieve this than by wearing pastel shades.

                     

Pictured Left to Right: Mint Bird Print Blouse, Green Spring Ombre Jumper

Mint green was seen all over the SS13 catwalks was and is definitely one to watch this season. So, if mint is your colour, definitely add this gorgeous bird print blouse and spring ombre jumper to your shopping list!

                  
Pictured Left to Right: Coral Twist Pocket Jumper, Petite Bouquet Gypsy Blouse

Coral is a great way to brighten up any outfit. Perfect for the spring and summer months, this coral jumper and printed blouse will look fantastic against sun kissed skin.

Whether you opt for prints or block colour you're sure to be prepared for SS13.

 

The Padded Coat

                  
   
Pictured Left to Right: Black Fur Collar Padded Coat, Stone Mid Length Padded Coat

Complete your look this season with one of our gorgeous new padded coats -  a great investment piece!

Add a belt to cinch the coats in at the waist - creating a svelte silhouette which will in turn be very flattering. The snug fit and padding within the coats are the perfect combination to keep you warm. City sidewalks to mountainous slopes - these women's coats are both fashion forward and functional. They are our cold weather, favourites!

Your new smart/casual go-to piece, the padded coat can be worn day or night. Wear the padded coat with bold, block colours to achieve maximum style. It will be an investment you won't regret...