Although I work at a fashion college, I don't often get to do any of the seemingly glamorous things that you might associate with the fashion industry. OK, so I've been to lots of catwalk shows and exhibitions of our amazing students' work, attended talks and panel discussions with high profile industry guests, and have... Continue Reading →
Having received a flurry of PR emails regarding brands I would never feature on Rarely Wears Lipstick, I thought I'd take a moment to explain why. This site is a personal blog and, as such, any fashion content is a reflection of my own personal style. Those who know me well will already have a... Continue Reading →
Occasionally, working at London College of Fashion, UAL, means I get to do some really interesting and rather exclusive things. A group of students and staff from the College were invited by Bottega Veneta to visit their event 'The Hand of the Artisan' at Chiswick House in London - one of the finest examples of... Continue Reading →
A wise woman once told me that leopard print was a neutral. I stupidly refused to believe this for years, but I have now realised that she was right. You might have to think carefully before wearing it with other prints, but you can use it in an outfit in just the same was as... Continue Reading →
I've lost count of the number of friends with whom I talk about RuPaul's Drag Race. It's the ultimate reality show for anyone with even a passing interest in glamour. Seriously though, if you're not watching season 9 on Netflix, what are you watching? Come for the fierce make up, sky high wigs, glorious gowns... Continue Reading →
At the start of this month, I decided to aim to buy no new clothing or accessories for myself for six months. Should there be anything that I decide I actually need during this time - e.g. for weather/an event I cannot currently dress for, of if something I currently own breaks/wears out - I... Continue Reading →
Last August, I blogged about a month long Buy-Nothing Challenge that I set myself. My rule was simple: No clothing/accessories purchases for myself during the month of August, although I excluded birthday gifts for others. Now that all my Christmas and birthday money has been spent, and the new year sales are (mostly) over, I... Continue Reading →
I didn't get the hang of Instagram for a while. Having been obsessed with photography for a long time, I initially saw it just as a way to share many of the weird and wonderful photos I take every day with the wider world. I mean, why would brands use it? You can't even post... Continue Reading →
The final two letters in any A-to-Z are always tricky, and this A-Z of Accessories was no different so apologies for bundling two posts into one! My first thought on what to include for the letter Y turned out to be my best idea... Yarn. After all, many people make and sell hand knitted and... Continue Reading →
After my recent realisation that I buy too many clothes, I decided to challenge myself to a month without buying any at all to see if I could break the habit. My theory was that it had become second nature to spend on a thing I liked, simply because it made me happy, without any... Continue Reading →