tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21079355237243441542011-12-29T20:40:55.477ZDevoted to all things stylish, regardless of fashionMiss Carrie Nationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12942637410901909686noreply@blogger.comBlogger331100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2107935523724344154.post-25939415800887642232008-11-21T23:06:00.004Z2008-11-21T23:15:35.534Z

Hello All!So... where on earth have I been? Why have I seemingly abandoned this lovely blog? Well, it's been a strange old year. With too much work for not quite enough money, and plenty of hours taken up by finishing studies, there hasn't been too much time for the joys of shopping and general style adoration. But forget all that, it's time for this style dissection and appreciation lark to get

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Hi All! Happy New Year to everyone, and goodness... I can't apologise enough for the hiatus. You ever have those months where everything just happens at once? Anyway, enough of my wittering, it's time for the dreaded/beloved January Sales!I've been shopping already, and boy has it been fun. So it's no surprise that I couldn't resist giving you all a little nod towards www.Oli.co.uk since their

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Hello All!This is just a little note to say a big Sorry for the lack of updates of late. Sometimes a Stylish Fille is unavoidably a very busy one too!There'll be much more in the way of news, views and general fashion rants in the run up to Christmas and in the New Year.I hope you're all getting into the festive spirit and buying gorgeous sparkly things to stave off the cold Winter thoughts.x

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I'm a girl who seriously loves shoes. It's bordering on addiction, I mean... there's nothing that makes shopping more gratifying than the purchase of some gorgeous Mary Janes or a pair of classic trainers. It's hardly surprising then that shoe crimes make me sad inside.The fashion lot have gone a bit crazy over a few trends this Autumn/Winter, but none worries me more than fetish fashion (except

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Christmas is the best time of year for splashing out on loved ones, and that's a perfect excuse to treat yourself a little. There's nothing that makes me feel more Christmassy than getting my glad rags on, and it's the perfect time of year for gorgeous eveningwear.The classic Christmas party dress has been ever increasing in its variety, and the wonderful Oli has a huge range of dresses perfect

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I absolutely adore knitwear, which probably explains my woolen dress shopping spree a couple of weeks ago. Far from being a dowdy and practical choice, knitwear can be some of the most fantastically sexy and, dare I say it, quirky items in a girl's wardrobe.The best part is, you can make your own to rival designer pieces with the new book from Weardowney Knit Couture. This gorgeous little manual

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They just don't dress ladies like they used to, eh? Take a nostalgic stroll down the catwalks of decades gone by with me in this fantastic video for Time of the Season by The Zombies. I'm trying to hold back the jealousy...

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Having just taken the plunge and opted for very very short hair indeed, I'm on the trawl for reliable hair styling products. A brand that I trust for great hair styling is Tigi's Bed Head range.This funky range includes everything from conditioners for every hair colour and type, to hair gels, clays and serums. This Hard To Get texturising paste is top of my shopping list, promising lasting

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With the huge prevalence of tailoring and wide leg trousers in this season's biggest fashions, it's no wonder that a few celebs have been seen sporting a very androgynous look. Reminiscent of Annie Hall, this is a look I adore, but one that's hard for us mere mortals to carry off. That's why I've chosen this look with a hint of femininity, to take this style trend that's come back into fashion

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When a shoe makes me check my bank balance, I begin to worry. Unfortunately for me, they're my biggest weakness and I just plain don't have the bank balance to support it. This gorgeous pair of Mary Janes from Joie Shoes has me close to salivating.With an unmistakable vintage style, these Veronica shoes tick a few current trend boxes too. Their chunky heel makes them perfect for this Autumn, and

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While many of my style influences tend to date back to gorgeous women from distant decades, every once in a while I see a girl in the here and now who instantly impresses in the style stakes.Lou Doillon is a true stylish fille (she is French after all) with real individuality that impresses and influences even the fashionista crowd. The actress and model is, like her mother Jane Birkin, something

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If you can't afford a whole new and 'cutting edge' wardrobe every season, I firmly believe that accessories can transform every outfit into whatever you see fit.There's a huge range of great, quirky little jewellery items available at the moment. I've chosen some of my favourites from the high street and online. The best part being the affordably low prices. The best, for my money are the

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Sick of your dull and ordinary black or white earphones? You can make your MP3 or media player a fashion statement with Stylz earphones. While I'd usually be in favour of can headphones as an earphone alternative, this variety of styles might just be right up your street. Available in a huge variety of colours from electric blue to gold to hot pink you can accessorise your earphones with your

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Today I was very pleased to receive a message from a reader asking for style advice from little old me. Our anonymous lady has set me quite a challenge, and one I only hope I can fulfill, as no girl wants to feel like they're in style limbo! So, here goes!"I love your blog & I love your style so I'm gonna ask you for some style advice... I work in a very technical job which means I have to wear

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While my one must have in eye makeup terms is a black Kohl eyeliner, I must admit to a penchant for a touch of colour now and again.If you're going to splash a little more interest into your makeup, then why not go all out with these fantastic eyeshadow compacts from Urban Decay?Their Deluxe eyeshadows come in a range of great colours, with a touch of sparkle thrown in for good measure. Use them

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I've already told you all about what I really loved at this month's Paris Fashion Week, but what about the juicy part? I do enjoy pointing out the things that are fashion overhype, and even better the items that are just plain awful. Thankfully, there was plenty of that on offer.The sorts of 'out there' fashions that probably get the most applause from pretentious fashionistas are always the ones

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I love original shoes, and when I spy one of my girly mates wearing a pair I've never seen before it generally produces a lot of "ooh"ing from me. Shoemissy, queens of bespoke and quirky shoes, have come up with a rather clever idea that can ensure you get the one offs you've been searching for. The stacked sparkly platforms are emblazoned with your personal name/message/quip in satin, ensuring

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So one of the many weeks that the fashionistas live and die for has come to a close for another year - Paris Fashion Week. The place for top end designers to parade their wares and cutting edge ideas, which will inevitably influence the whole high street stock for the year to come.This year's Spring/Summer collections featured a whole lot of labels we know, and a few less familiar names. All

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It makes me endlessly happy when I see the Autumn/Winter collections lately. Gone are the days when colder months meant drab and unflattering, in favour of rich fabrics and cool colours.I've only recently let go of the notion that a coat should be a 'sensible' purchase, realising that it can still be wearable without being a drab plain black number. These coats are from Oli, a site which I love

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I really must stop falling hopelessly in love with dresses I simply cannot afford. Not only that, but being a student and journalist, I don't have the places to wear such examples of designer gorgeousness. But, enough of my plight, isn't this dress fantastic?By David Meister, this luxurious strapless dress manages to pull of a strapless, figure hugging bodice with lashings of class. The pleated,

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How long it sometimes feels since I saw a shoe that looked exciting and original in a wearable way. While I'm a sucker for well done classics, it's so refreshing to see something different like this pair from Belle by Sigerson Morrison.The asymmetrical strap is what attracted me first, they look amazing on the model on their site, and up close the colour looks good enough to eat.Perfect for all

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John Frieda may well be a god like genius in the world of haircare. Frizz-Ease hair serum is, quite simply, a wonder product for any hair type out there. A pre-curser to the mass marketing of straightening irons, this serum promises to give a girl frizz free hair come rain or shine. Miraculously enough, in my experience it actually lives up to its promises.This must-have comes in various

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Kate Moss' collection for high street big name Topshop was one of the most talked about fashion events of 2007. There were well documented scrambles for some of the pieces from her first range, and many restocks were required. But this is a perfect example of what I can't stand about fashion.Her ranges have been, at best, very ordinary. Yet we have seen stars like Cameron Diaz wearing Kate's

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Brigitte Bardot was a very stylish fille indeed. The french model, singer and actress was a fantastic poster girl for the '60s...quite literally. Being the pin up and even muse of many a man, she oozed sex appeal in her hey day.I count her among my personal style icons, purely because she knew how to do sexy with all her clothes on so very well. Her trademark blonde hair was often styled into a

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I often get the feeling that Autumn inspires despair in the hearts of ladies everywhere. I take a different view, there's new stock in the shops, fabulously rich colours and even a few gorgeous dresses preparing for the run up to party season.This outfit from Miss Selfridge is a perfect example of why I love Autumn clothes. The rich browns and golds work fantastically together, and I love

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If you are a devilishly stylish fille and want the world to know, then you can add me on that lovely network called Myspace.Go to www.myspace.com/verystylishfille and, well, you know the rest. Friends are always welcome, and it's a great way to get in touch with me whether it's feedback, suggestions or just a good ol' natter.x

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How many of you girls are absolutely addicted to your hair straighteners? I know quite a few, and while I'm not an advocate of the dreaded over straightening, they're a must have for taking care of troublesome frizz and its hair terrorising mates.If you're into fancy gadgetry (and why wouldn't you be?) then you might just be overjoyed to see these ace cordless straighteners from Hammacher

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I'm one of those girls who seems to have a frankly unnecessary number of bags, all too pretty to resist buying and leaving me convincing myself there's a good reason for another purchase.This one from Urban Outfitters might just be one that manages to be both good looking and useful though. Just big enough to hold everything you need (even those bits and pieces you take everywhere just in case)

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I adore pencil skirts so very much. There's nothing sexier than what you don't show in my opinion, and this is one iconic shape that's currently very much the height of fashion. Thankfully for us who adore the pencil skirt that means there are just so very many options out there.These are from Topshop's extensive collection of skirts and each departs from the classic black to give a little twist

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Shoes have always been the shopping item that's number one on my list. Whether it's a pair of gorgeous pumps or some skyscraper heels, I'm a girl with a veritable shoe fetish. My current favourite shoes are, not surprisingly, one of the pairs I purchased most recently.These "Ketty Double T-bar" shoes from Schuh tick all the right boxes for me - shapely stiletto heels, t-bar Mary Jane straps and a

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You might be wondering what on earth was the inspiration for the title of my blog. Well, quite simply, this odd little jumble of French and English is the title of a song.See it as some sort of theme tune, if you wish. Whatever you want to see it as, have a listen and a shimmy too.

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If you're anything like me, an avid lover of all things sixties, you'll adore the moddish style of the ladies of the time. Clean lines, huge love of monogram colours and slick bobs were all the rage and it's undeniable that, looking back at photos of Twiggy and her peers, they looked amazing.Pay homage to the look with this easy to wear outfit, with a definite '60s mod edge. The black dress is

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Welcome to Une Very Stylish Fille. A blog devoted to all things stylish, above the fashionable. Many think that style and fashion come hand in hand, but that's why I'm here to share my view of their vast difference. So what is it that separates the two?To me style knows no constraints. Style is a personal expression, never mind what the catwalks, fashion magazines and high streets tell us to wear

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