Kylie commotion

Sometimes you just can't argue with genetics. Kylie may have had a nip and a tuck on her visage, but you'd be hard pressed to believe she's had interference with her rear. It's just not fair! She's got a good few years on me and I can spin as much as I want but I can't keep it peachy like Kylie. As much as I have been won round by Dannii M and her passive aggressive X Factor shenanigans and style overhaul, even she struggles to compete with special K and has given up the ghost by getting up the duff.

Setting the benchmark for bums everywhere, I'll be using every trick in the book to try and keep up with Kylie. £22 and www.simplyyours.co.uk should help.




These are from Gok Wan's collection. Exclusive to Simply Yours, they're called the Slicker Knicker - kudos for the seriously sensational name. Since when did controlwear get sexy?

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SATC ain't what it used to be

So, revelation, the fashion world is a flutter as Sex and the City returns on the big screen. Being a traitor to my friends isn't in my nature, but Carrie and Co. are different people. Charactured to the max and a walking advert for brands they 'Executively Consult' for or whatever, they aren't the gals they used to be. It may have sealed the deal when I did one of those SATC quizzes. The outcome of which cited me as Charlotte. Charlotte? WTF??! I've always considered myself a hybrid of them all, but if I decide to embrace la quiz and fully Charlotte-ise myself, this will be my first port of call from Gant. Uber cute!



www.gantuk.com

It's all haute-y and shiny these days, with clothes too aspirational and the girls have lost their way from those characters I idolised and considered fictional friends. From SATC 2, the only part which I truly got all aflutter was the opening flashback scene. Carrie's channelling of Madonna and 80's prom dresses made my heart go pitty-pat. Check out Eucalyptus Clothing for an affordable GTL.



www.eucalyptusclothing.co.uk

So what with the out-of-my-price-range outfits, piss-poor plot and punchlines, the only character I'm giving the time of day to is the fifth lady of the show, Stanford. With his self-effacing charm, adorable outfits, and gay galpal confidante credentials, it had everyone seeking a 'Stanford' back in the day.

If you're lucky enough to have one, cherish. In an homage to the show that was fabulous in its day, but like all Hollywood broads has been pulled and stretched too far, take a cocktail or two and hit the highstreet for treats....





Paul Costelloe suit www.paulcostelloeman.co.uk



Lambretta shirt

As it's summer, swimwear for Stanford is a must. There's lots to chose from, but a kitch classic is the Speedo. You may want to draw inspiration from a scene in the film featuring a series of hot men...





Models not included with purchase...

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Palm Print-cess

So...the Bank holiday weekend hasn't been the complete wash out those poopooers and nay-sayers had predicted....which adds fuel to my fire that we are going to enjoy a scorcher of a summer this year in lil' ol' England. Two fingers to the continent and a raspberry to everyone south of the hemisphere, cos Blighty is where it's at! I can almost taste the carcinogens from boozy BBQs and visualise the glorious skyline as the summer sun sets as I type dear readers.

Chic Chiffonier was all inspired a few weeks ago from the sniff of sunshine, and promptly bought a masterpiece of a maxi dress, so my heart was all of a flutter about how best to navigate my 'all in the name of sunshine' inspiration. Whilst waiting at the most heinous of places next to hell, the train station, I mooched around the web pour un petit cadeau. Zut alors!

Don't you just die for the lovebomb of a feeling when you find something divine? Like a thunderbolt, I knew it was for me.



Lolita from Ringspun

I can see it now, espadrilles, sunnies and this palm print princess, sweet dreams are made of this. Never mind about the chicken skewers and corn on the cob, this season's BBQ's are all about Florida-style fabulous fashion. The 'Lolita' pictured, is from streetwear brand Ringspun, via ASOS. With hero pieces like this for £35, I'm going back for seconds!

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Hola to conceptual footwear!

Everyone's been talking about Kate Hudson's LV diamond pattern overcoat at The Killer Inside Me premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival. I don't see what the huge deal is. She pulled it off with real aplomb. A slick of red lipstick, 80's inspired hair do and she looked A-MAZ-ING! Plus, the least the fash pack could do is give her kudos for, shock horror, colouring outside the lines a little.

Chic Chiffonier loves wearing something which has a real dynamic edge in its design. Different from the norm, a little more avant garde than you usually find on the high street.

Armed with directional intentions and inspired by La Hudson, I thought I would source such an opportunity online. Just an accessory or two you understand, trying to find a more purse friendly version of Kate's Louis seemed to be a big ask (but any ideas let me know!). After a little investigation, I discovered the Espanol is the destination when looking for something to make a style statement.

Never in all my days, but I love these from Art Footwear and Neosens!





www.the-art-company.com






www.neosens.com

Conceptual footwear? Ole!

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Glad tidings!

Whilst everyone has been busying themselves with the drama of Icelandic volcano eruptions, my attentions have been occupied on far more important things...the season of sandals is upon us! It's about time!

On account of lazy days and a mañana mañana attitude, the first purchase has to be a pair of flats - perfect for picnics in the park and a BBQ rendevouz or two. A gladiator is a Chic Chiffonier staple. Preferably soft leather and a little twist on the classic style usually does the trick. I found these little beauties from Maruti.



Love love love the stud detailing and ethnic elements of design, I reckon these look like they have the substance to last all season long, which makes a change!

These are available from Amazon, but check out www.marutidesign.com for lots of treats!

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No Balls neccessary...

So Lady Beckham owes Yogalosophy, not removing calories from her food, to maintain her lithe figure. Good on her, I only hope it's true but I have a hard time believing Lady V has the strength to slip from a downward dog to a sun salutation. But knowing Brand Beckham, she'll never let her mask of serenity slip, maintaining a poised and polished look.

Whilst Chic Chiffonier loves le gym, it can be tricky to maintain one's chicness following a hardcore session.

Chic Chiffonier + Gym = fugly mess

I did recently discover some kit which does assist in keeping the style stakes high, even when I'm pounding the treadmill. Enter No Balls (www.noballs.co.uk),sportswear with a fashion forward emphasis, thank goodness. The name isn't derived from a diehard feminist movement, but for those that enjoy all non-ball sports – gym bunnies unite!

It combines everything serious gym goers expect from their apparel - high specification moisture wicking fabrics - while catwalk queens will love the inspired colour palette of vibrant and tropical tones. Chic Chiffonier is having a moment with the harem pants. I love a drop crotch anyway, but they flatter evil post Easter Eggs tums and are made from Bamboo - the ultimate eco-friendly sportsfabric.

I might not look as pristine as Lady V apres a spin class, but I have a fighting shot at least in my eco-chic harems. She may have Goldenballs, but I've got No Balls...



Heart No Balls for chic gym escapades!
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Seek and ye shall find...

Who wants to look like a carbon copy of a high street mannequin? As much as I love Urban Outfitters and Reiss, there's nothing better that mixing your reliable wardrobe staples with a sprinkling of vintage and covetable, key designer pieces.

Last time I checked, in the majority of cases, Chanel and Lanvin are out of my price range. So happy days when I discovered Chicandseek.com, a newly-launched site designed to make top-end fashion uniqueness available to all. It's a kind of Portobello Road meets E-bay.

Perfect for fickle but fabulous like le Chic Chiffonier, you can find affordable one-of-a-kind designer pieces, wherever you live in the world, and 'redistribute' items you may have fallen out of love with.

The founder of Chicandseek.com was formerly the Wholesale Executive for Anya Hindmarch, so knows a thing or two about the importance of individual style.

There's so much cool stuff on show it's enough to get me in all of a fashion quiver. Makes a girl go a bit coo coo with the seriously style-scandalous selection of handbags. Touch the fringed pieces at your peril, they're mine...

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