what do you COVET?

Covet is my new branch-off blog curated by me as a showcase of my personal couture favourites and trend inspirations.

Be sure to VISIT.

                                                 http://covetblog.blogspot.com/

What Choo looking at?

                                   Pretty Shoe of the Day

These Jimmy Choo wedges are on the top of my list for Pretty Shoe today. Well-supported, Italian and 4½ inches, these slick patent leather Espadrilles will give any outfit a run for its money - or perhaps even an offer.

the Blogger's Essentials

The Blogger's Essentials
Having a blog is as commonplace nowadays as having a smartphone, or lipgloss, or a pair of gladiators. Actually, having a blog has become such a must-have for aspiring (as well as wannabe) fashion editors, satorialists, thrift scavengers, photographers and boutique owners that every jane, stacey and lou seem to have one.
if you haven't caught on already, here's a list of essentials to get you started.

• a decent camera, digital or polaroid.
• an eye for a bargain
• a laptop
• high-speed internet connection
• a local and favourite cafe where you can slurp coffee loudly and make satirical blog posts about what passersby are wearing.
• a Vida e caffe loyalty card
• a love of couture
• patience and perseverance

Liberatus

The twentieth century provided important usherances for women's fashion. Two World Wars and two waves of Feminism later, women's garments underwent drastic alteration - even by tailoring standards. Hemlines were raised for the War Effort, and calves and waists were exposed to reveal more of the body beneath.

Majken Da Gama - DAF Fashion Show 2010

The theme of this piece is 'Women's Liberation.' All students were given the same fabric and could manipulate the colour using only natural dyes. Majken took her inspiration from women's wear in the 16th, 18th and 21st centuries, combining pre-industrial styles and corsetry with contemporary flair.

Treasure Hunt at Beleza

every once in while Beleza hosts a treasure hunt for the vintage vultures among us. If you're lucky you may pick up a couture label or two, or some interesting jewellery pieces that once belonged in an old lady's trinket box.

with original clothing clothing by MONOKO and Mr. November

28 Januray 2011

Beleza Restaurant, Kloof Nek Road

complimentary cocktails and snacks

window dressing

As far as High Street fashion goes, TopShop is prime window space. I found these numbers on Top's current Sale.

 

  

   

Twist at Woolworths

 Twist is a New York-based label exclusive to Woolworths. I had a look at their new arrivals. Loving the eclectic prints, '70s flair and fresh, interesting cuts. Currently waiting in the wings for the January Sale.

                                                    

                       Pretty Shoe of the Month

...goes to these DKNY Aura Wedge Ankle Booties, with rich suede upper and cushioned leather sole, in black or plum.

I know I've been raving about these, but man, do I have to find a pair for me. Pronto.

EDIT:

These ravishing Giuseppe Zanotti's touched a nerve.

Desire pains us, deep to our knees and into the groin.

                                

'how I want you, far too much'

breathless before the FALL

Fall/Winter 2010 Looks

Figure 1. these shoes seem to be cropping up everywhere. Paired here with two-toned socks and oversized knit over the ever-present nylon tights.

2. I chose this Look because of the bag - I have one similar which I found at a thrift sale in France. Red, leather, with buckles.

3. (the shoes again)

4. Seems the snow has proved an inspiration for lookbookers all over the world.

5. Chunky is gospel. Chunky necklace, chunky ring, chunky scarf, chunky boot.

                                                       6. 'Scenes from the Big Time, 1970.'

7. 'Oh Jolly'