Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013

Juju Jelly Shoes

Seen slowly coming in last SS12 they are set to be even bigger this summer! The perfect shoe for the beach, city, day night, city or country side. They come in possibly every colour from neon to pastel, heeled or flat. A blast from the past channel your inner 90s kid! Some of you may love them and some of you may hate them but i’m sure that will soon change.

Made right here in the UK (Northampton to be exact) and all the materials are recyclable.

Read more about JUJU shoes

Here’s how to wear them with PPB!

 

Get the look:

Dress, Socks, Necklace, Juju Jellies

 Get the look:

Jeans, Top, Nail paint, Black heeled Juju

Get the look:

DungareesJumperTranstoteglitter juju jellies


Thursday, May 2nd, 2013

Vivienne Westwood Designs Virgin Atlantic Uniforms

It has just been announced that Vivienne Westwood has designed virgin atlantic’s new uniform for over 7,500 staff including cabin crew, pilots, clubhouse staff and virgin holidays employees…could they be any more stylish??

What’s more is that they are all made from recycled materials - including polyester yarn that originated from plastic bottles and canvas created from reused roadside banners and leather off-cuts – and also incorporate Westwood’s well-tailored, figure-hugging signatures.

The uniforms are set to debut in July 2013 before the official launch in 2014.

Read more at Vogue.com

 


Sunday, April 21st, 2013

Trend Alert: Neon POP

Neon is a trend that seems to last all seasons, working well for Autumn Winter and Spring Summer. Whether it’s high street or in the high fashion market it’s making a BIG appearance. Complimentary shades being white, denim camel also working well with the monochrome trend of the moment. Personally us girls at Pretaportobello.com are a HUGE fan of neon, it brightens up any outfit. Check out our Neon section on the site

Working well for both day and night we’ve put together out favourite neon picks both high street and designer.

Neon Dress, Simone Rocha SS13 – £995 at net-a-porter

 

PPB Gold and Neon Chain Necklaces – £20 or haggle and get a bargain at Pretaportobello.com

Rag and Bone, Neon Biker jacket – £1,495 at net-a-porter

PPB Neon Orange Chiffon Tshirt – £20.00 or haggle for a bargain at pretaportobello.com

Linen Blazer £59.99 – at Zara

PPB Neon Double Studded Leather Cuff – £8.50 at Pretaportobello.com

PPB Leopard Neon Yellow Scarf – £12.00 at pretaportobello.com


Thursday, April 11th, 2013

Website spotlight – The Coveteur

Ever wanted to browse the wardrobes of some the most stylish people  around??

Well now you can, The Coveteur which has been running since January 2011 by designer Erin Kleinberg, stylist Stephanie Mark, and photographer Jake Rosenberg is new way of showcasing personal style and telling the story behind the story.

The site inspire’s readers through beautifully edited images. It’s not just a site for showing closets but has so much more. A shop; showcasing edited pics from different brands including Cacharal, rag and bone, and Elizabeth and James. Aimed at the luxury end of the market the items may be out of your price range but it’s a great site to get inspiration from.

There are over 350 Coveteurs featured on the site with a new Coveteur added almost every day.

The edit section of the site features current fashion, beauty and lifestyle stories.

The in-house team develops and produces all content exclusively for The Coveteur, including creative direction, photography, video, styling and copywriting.

Check out the site

Here are some of my favourite images from the site -

 


Wednesday, April 3rd, 2013

SS13 Trend the Stripe Trouser: Wear with..

Click the image to shop the look…

 


Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013

New from Paisie

ABOUT

PAISIE WAS FOUNDED IN 2010 AND IS A CREATION OF TWO CENTRAL ST MARTIN’S GRADUATES KATE AND VICKY. BOTH DESIGNERS WORKED FOR LEADING FASHION BRANDS BEFORE SETTING UP PAISIE TO FILL THE GAP IN THE MARKET FOR DESIGN-LEAD YET AFFORDABLE INDEPENDENT LABELS.
PAISIE’S BRAND PHILOSOPHY IS TO NEVER COMPROMISE ON QUALITY. EVERY PIECE OF OUR DESIGN IS WELL-CUT WITH ATTENTIVE PATTERN MAKING SKILL, WELL-CARED WITH CONSIDERATELY CHOSEN MATERIAL AND WELL THOUGHT WITH GREAT AMOUNT OF ATTENTION TO EVERY DETAIL. THEY UNDERSTAND THE IMPORTANCE OF CREATING A FULL COLLECTION WITH EASY MATCHING PIECES, THEY WOULD LIKE ALL WOMEN WHO WEAR PAISIE TO FEEL GOOD AND STAY STYLISH, EFFORTLESSLY.
SO HERE ARE PRETAPORTOBELLO’S PICKS FROM THE COLLECTION AVAILABLE TO BUY NOW FROM OUT SITE. EACH PIECE CAN BE MIXED AND MATCHED TO MAKE AN OUTFIT. THEY CAN BE DRESSED UP OR DOWN AND ARE PERFECT FOR THE SUMMER MONTHS. SHOP PAISIE NOW

Monday, March 25th, 2013

Trend Alert : SS13 Nails – Holographic and Neon

Holographic is a huge trend right now seen in accessories and slowly developing into clothing. We’ve also started seeing it in nail vanish. Above from Wah nail’s instagram this nail art is bang on. Colourful enough to brighten up the dreary weather we’ve been having.

What you need:

  • Base Coat
  • Gosh nail paint in Holographic Hero –  £4.99 superdrug
  • Neon nail art pen (pack of two) -  £7.95
  • Top coat

How to get the look:

  • File and shape your nails
  • Paint a base coat on each finger
  • Paint about 3 coats of holographic hear on your nails and wait for it to dry
  • Using the pen nip draw above your cuticle and create the desired shape.
  • Once dry paint top coat

Voila!! Holographic SS13 on trend nails.


Friday, March 22nd, 2013

New in at Pretaportobello.com

With summer not that far away…we’ve got some beautiful new pieces in to brighten up your day and make you look forward to the sunnier months.

Key trends of this spring summer are monochrome, neon, lace and of course pastels. We’ve got the key pieces that tick those trend boxes. They are great for summer but can also be styled for the warmer months which means they are investment pieces.

Take a look….

PAISIE PALE BLUE PLEATED BLOUSE WITH GOLD COLLAR CLIPS

Wear this pastel blouse tucked into shorts and with gladiator sandals or over jeans when the weather is cooler.

£49.00

  • Pale blue blouse
  • Pleated front
  • Sleeveless
  • Gold collar clips
  • Three pearl effect blue buttons at back of neck

 

 

PPB NEON CHUNKY KNIT JUMPER

Pair this chunky neon knit with a white shirt, statement necklace and jeans or shorts in the warmer weather.

£25.00

  • Bright neon yellow
  • Large knit
  • Ribbed neck, hem and cuffs
  • On trend for colour blocking and neon

PPB GREY CONTRAST SLEEVE TUNIC 

This is a great trans seasonal dress that can be worn with tights or bare legs depending on the weather! Dress it up with a statement necklace and you’re good to go.

£22.00

  • Grey jersey dress with contrast sleeves
  • Leather-look turned up sleeves
  • Nipped in elasticated waist
  • Round neck

PPB 60S STYLE YELLOW RAIN MAC

You can wear anything with this mac and still show off your outfit as it’s transparent! Customise with different pocket inserts. Gorgeous 60s inspired coat (Trend Alert).

£45.00

  • Transparent PVC rain mac
  • Yellow binding detail on collar, placket and pockets
  • Yellow/white check removeable inserts in the style of Louis Vuitton
  • 3/4 length sleeves
  • Slight bell shape at bottom
  • Handmade in the UK with love

PPB ORANGE AND PINK DRAPED CHAIN NECKLACE

This statement necklace will add excitement to your basic tee. Creating a colourful outfit for summer.

£28.00

  • Chunky chain necklace
  • Neon Pink, coral and gold chains
  • Magnetic closure
  • Different length chains

FOUNT POWDER PINK SILKY PANTS

We’ve seen pyjamas on the AW14 runways so these pants will be sure to last you more than one season. Pair with a grey tee, chunky necklace and heels for a pj lux look.

£36.00

  • pyjama style trousers
  • powder pink soft touch fabric
  • elasticated waistband
  • waist tie
  • pockets at sides
  • tapered fit

PPB NUDE ROUND KEYHOLE SUNGLASSES 

Round sunnies are the key shape for this season. They compliment any face-shape and are a great nude colour that will go with anything.

£12.00

  • UV round retro sunglasses
  • Key hole detail on bridge of nose
  • Nude/beige semi transparent plastic frames
  • Black tinted lenses

Shop Now


Thursday, March 21st, 2013

New in Transparent Macs


Tuesday, March 19th, 2013

The ONLY bag you need this season…

…..is our very own Transparent Tote. It comes with a clutch bag so you’ve got two bags in one.

Great for the day and night, to the beach, shopping, out for dinner. It says it in the title it really is the only bag you need this summer and for seasons to come.

Transparent bags and quickly becoming a huge trend see at Zara, Bershka, Chanel and Charlotte Olympia. From white to neon to metallic the colours are bang on and will go with everything. If you’re feeling daring why not clash it? The TransTote is available to pre order now for despatch at the end of March. It’s an investment piece and a bargain at £39.

Get it now


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