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Christmas Wish List & Gifts

December 14, 2011 by cheriecity

If you haven’t made your Christmas list yet, or need some last-minute gift ideas, here are a few suggestions…

This headband Jennifer Behr gold tulle headband is a little bit Blair Waldorf and suitably sparkly for Christmas parties (£60, Liberty).

Aromatherapy Associates Little Star, filled with de-stress bath & shower oil makes bathing even more luxurious and is a great stocking filler/Christmas tree ornament (£10, Space.NK).

I adore Molton Brown’s black and pink pepper shower gel, included in this Refraction gift set (£49, Molton Brown).

Top of my Christmas wish list, this Shourouk Miami Pendant would be in good company with my Shourouk bird necklace (£104, Swarovski CRYSTALLIZED).

The ultimate luxury for stationery addicts – Christian Lacroix Papier Holy Virgin Notebook (£12.50, Liberty)

Northerners will already know the joys of Fat Rascals at Bettys Tea Room in Harrogate. If not, acquaint yourself with Bettys Christmas Hat Box (£50, Bettys)

LFW favourite Bora Aksu’s statement tights are always a talking point. I’m dying to get my hands on these navy Angel tights (£25, 3939shop)

This Chloé eau de parfum 75ml gift set comes in a stunning presentation box and the fragrance is a Chérie City favourite (£70, Selfridges)

Art, Designers, Exhibitions, Fashion, London, London Fashion Week, Stores

Blue Logan party @ SWAROVSKI CRYSTALLIZED

September 20, 2010 by cheriecity

After a hectic first day of charging up and down Kingsway (my new Urban Outfitters power wedges didn’t let me down) there was no better way to finish up than gazing at Blue Logan’s exquisite fashion illustrations over a glass of champagne or ten two at the SWAROVSKI CRYSTALLIZED Lounge.

The party was a relaxed but ever-so-stylish affair, with appearances from Zandra Rhodes and Andrew Logan, ELLE fashion editors, London Fashion Week press, East London clubkids, artists and the odd model. New York’s Becka Diamond played a brilliant DJ set of New Wave and party stuff including Siouxie & The Banshees, Fever Ray and Madonna.

Blue Logan is known as the ‘pencil paparazzi’ in fashion circles and the work featured ranges from tiny portrait sketches of the likes of Olivier Zahm and Andre Saraiva to an insanely beautiful painted illustration of an Alexander McQueen dress using goldleaf.

Blue Logan also recreated a runway with two of his front row quick sketches, featuring fashion’s most illustrious characters, headed up by Kaiser Karl himself.

Key looks from the Balenciaga, Louis Vuitton and Alexander McQueen collection also get the Blue Logan treatment, as well as this statuesque portrait of the inimitable Grace Jones wearing magenta Azzedine Alaïa.

The Blue Logan exhibition runs until 22 September at SWAROVSKI CRYSTALLIZED, so there is still time to drop by and view some of his extraordinary work. Also, spend over £60 in store and get a complimentary illustrated tote bag, specially designed by Blue Logan for the exhibition.

Designers, Exhibitions, Fashion, London, London Fashion Week, Stores

Blue Logan Show at SWAROVSKI CRYSTALLIZED

September 10, 2010 by cheriecity

London, you are really spoiling us with fabulous fashion exhibitions this season! To coincide with London Fashion Week, renowned British fashion illustrator Blue Logan will be exhibiting a selection of his exquisite work for the very first time at the SWAROVSKI CRYSTALLIZED flagship store.

Quick sketching from the front row, Blue Logan captures the beauty and movement of the collections and takes a playful view of the coterie of fashion folk. Most exciting are his portraits of fashion luminaries Suzy Menkes, Anna Piaggi, Roberto Cavalli, Mario Testino and Diane Pernet.

Nephew of artist and designer Andrew Logan, Blue’s unique vision of the fashion world has been shaped by his experiences growing up in the colourful backgrounds of Alternative Miss World, Kinky Galinky, Zandra Rhodes and among artists such as David Hockey and Brian Eno.

In between fashion weeks, Blue Logan also documents the hottest parties and gigs, sketching the likes of The Cazals, Mark Ronson and Q-Tip. His work has featured in Vogue Russia, Marie Claire USA, NYLON, Le Rogue and many more.

Blue Logan has created a stunning limited edition tote bag for SWAROVSKI CRYSTALLIZED, which will be gifted with any purchase over £60.

Blue Logan Exhibition will run from 17-22 September 2010 at SWAROVSKI CRYSTALLIZED, 24 Great Marlborough St, London W1F 7HU.

Events, Fashion, London, Shopping, Stores

Vogue Fashion’s Night Out

September 8, 2010 by cheriecity

Central London is set to become a fashion wonderland tonight amidst a flurry of shopping bags and cocktails at Vogue’s Fashion’s Night Out.

Almost every department store and boutique is hosting a fabulous party to showcase their new Autumn collections, show some love to us loyal fashionistas and keep the fashion industry booming. There are so many exciting events, you’ll have to co-ordinate your plan of attack! Here is the Chérie City guide to the highlights…

London’s hottest young designers will be getting out their haberdashery kits at Harvey Nichols, where they will be customising Vogue Fashion’s Night Out t-shirts. It’s a rare opportunity to get a bespoke creation from the likes of Erdem, Christopher Kane, Jonathan Saunders, Markus Lupfer and Vogue’s Emma Elwick-Bates, at a snip of their usual prices.

There will also be Rough Trade DJs, an exclusive peek at Christopher Kane Jeans for J Brand, a pop-up Shu Uemura lash bar and a Harvey Nichols Photobooth.

Maison Louis Vuitton on New Bond Street will be hosting one of the most anticipated parties of the night, with model Alice Dellal treating guests to an exclusive 2 hour DJ set. There will also be two photo booths in which guests can strike some Vogue poses with bespoke props created especially for the event out of Vogue magazines by designer Fiona Leahy.

Liberty of London will be a hub of fashion frolics with the grand opening of the Manolo Blahnik ‘store-in-store’, The World of Manolo. At 6.30pm, Manolo and close friend Yasmin Le Bon will officially open the doors to a room full of shoes, candles, accessories, stationery and bow ties designed by Manolo exclusive to Liberty.

On the ground floor, Vogue’s Emma Elwick-Bates will be demonstrating how to perfect the art of tie a scarf. There will also be a Liberty photo booth, a free expert lash application with every purchase of Shu Uemura lashes and a competition to win the entire contents of Liberty’s designer goodies-laden window display.

Richard Nicholl will be showing off his Autumn/Winter 10-11 collection live with the gorgeous Josephine de la Baume alongside his J Brand 5×5 jeans. Buy a pair of the limited edition jeans and Richard will treat you to a pair of tickets from Frieze Art Fair. All this will set to a glorious Motown and Soul soundtrack by DJs Richard Sloan and Farrah.

Just a stone throw away from the Liberty festivities, up-and-coming designer Holly Fulton will be presenting her latest catwalk looks at Swarovksi Crystallized from 6-9pm. Meet Holly and marvel at her stunning, oversized geometric neck candy.

Fall down the rabbit hole at Christian Louboutin where the shoe emporium will be transformed into a wonderland with a Mad Christian Louboutin tea party. NARS will be on hand for consultations on finding the perfect red lippy and there will be goodie bags and a DJ set courtesy of London Guns.

Charlotte Olympia’s Mayfair store will be open for POP Bakery treats, nails by WAH Nails, champagne and canapes. There will also be a personal appearance from Charlotte herself and a chance to preview the new Fall 2010 Collection.

Finish off your shopping evening at Cherie City’s favourite haunt, Cafe Luc in Marylebone with their special Vogue Fashion Menu. Head Chef David Collard presents a decadent, market fresh 3 course menu (£24.50) including lobster, foie gras, truffles and of course, Champagne.

On the night, Cafe Luc is launching its Bag Valet service, so you can relax while the attentive staff guard your new purchases.

Even the most seasoned London shoppers will find the sheer number of FNO events overwhelming, so Vogue have made it easy to plan the night with an online shop directory, where you can add events to your list and print it off, or share with friends. You can even locate the stores on a map and plan your schedule down to the last minute. What can be better than that?

Where will your fashion crawl take you tonight? Cocktails with Manolo? Tea and cakes with Christian? Share your fashion itinerary…

Accessories, Designers, Fashion, London, Shopping, Stores, Websites

Swarovski Crystallized launches online pop up store

August 14, 2010 by cheriecity

Swarovski Crystallized has collaborated with the brilliant stylist/photographer and blogger, Jackie Dixon to create the first trend-led online pop up store.

Known and loved for capturing cool, individual London style on her blog, Show Me Your Wardrobe, Jackie shot real people wearing their own clothes mixed with Swarovski Crystallized pieces, to show the jewellery can work with your own wardrobe.

The temporary store will feature Swarovski Crystallized’s latest designer collaborations and the brand’s classic pieces such as crystal stretchy bracelets and bold crystal dome rings, all using Swarovski Elements.

My absolute favourite piece are these stunning pendant necklaces by Paris designer Shorouk. Mixing art deco elegance with a bold contemporary look, Shorouk’s pieces are made using red sequins, Swarovski Elements and bronze-plated metal.

Other exclusive pieces at the store include Klimt-inspired rings and bangles by Paris designers Gian Paolo Maria, sparkling bracelets by New York-based Rodrigo Otazu and elegant, geometric earrings by Philippe Ferrandis.

Prices range from £24 – £200, so there are designer collaboration pieces for every budget.

The only store will run online for a limited time from the 16th August for six weeks.

Accessories, Designers, Events, London, News, Shopping, Stores

Daisy Lowe x Swarovski Crystallized

January 15, 2010 by cheriecity

I must admit, I have a bit of a girl crush on Daisy Lowe. More than being impossibly gorgeous, with those smoky feline eyes and raven locks, she’s very aware of her own sense of style and seems to have this enchanting, carefree attitude.

So, for Spring/Summer 10, Daisy was invited to bring her ideas and design skills to create a limited edition, three-piece collection for Swarovski Crystallized. The rather mystical pieces incorporate star and moon charms in jet black, midnight blue and emerald shades.

Daisy took inspired from the elements and the result is a collection of seductive and pretty pieces that can be worn day or night.

Last night, Daisy celebrated the collection at her launch party at Swarovski Crystallized on Great Marlborough Street, in partnership with Ponystep. Toasting the collection were fellow model friends Tolula Adeyemi and Ben Grimes, the Weller kids and lots of fashion folk.

Prices range from £52 to £90 and very appropriately, 20% of the proceeds will go to Climate Concern. The collection is so hotly anticipated that there’s actually a waiting list! Hopefully it will be a bit easier to get your hands on than Daisy’s mate Alexa Chung’s metal skull necklace for MADE that sold out quicker than a flash…it’s still a sore point for me!

Daisy Lowe for Swarovski Crystallized is available in stores from 19 January.

Accessories, London, Shopping, Stores

Swarovski Crystallized SS10 collections

November 18, 2009 by cheriecity

There’s only one thing I love more than beautiful jewellery, and that’s being able to get creative and make up my own creations. So, I went to the Swarovski Crystallized press day to check out which new pieces I’d be lusting after when the sun comes out again.

The Azzaro collection, designed by Vanessa Seward, is full of bold, simple and sparkly pieces in silver and gold. One of the main pieces is a vintage-style black and silver shell locket necklace with a chain tassel. It reminds me of something from Titanic and it would look amazing with a silk, drop-waist evening dress.

My personal favourites from the Azzaro collection are a blingtastic crystal encrusted wave cuff and slim bangles with rows of tiny crystals.

I was blown away by the new collection by French jewellery designer Philippe Ferrandis and would put every single piece on my wish list (mysterious benefactor, take note please).

I’m not sure what most of the stones are, to be honest, so I’ll let you judge the pictures for yourself….

I love the contrast between the iridescent white flower and the spiky crystals on the ring and earrings. They look quite Japanese and futuristic – perfect for the winter snow queen look.

The pearl and emerald necklace and earrings have a vintage, Jazz Age feel and are priced between around £250 and £500.

The new ready-to-wear collection is inspired by the fresh, clear light of a Scandinavian summer. Pieces incorporate oval spheres and interchangeable pendants in subtle, neutral colours. The silk cord necklaces reflect the beach element and they will go perfectly with next season’s nudes.

The mainline collection featured some pretty affordable pearls for under £20 and everyone was fawning over the stretchy crystal bracelets that you can stack up, costing just £10!

We were also treated to a sneak peak at the exclusive Daisy Lowe collection that she designed with the Creative Director. The pieces are typical Daisy with black, green and silver stars and moons – flirty but a little bit dark and mystical.

All collections are available from January at the Swarovski Crystallized store.

Swarovski Crystallized 25 Great Marlborough Street, London, W1F 7HU.