14 February, 2016

THE DRG STYLE INDEX: Gap, Versace, Gucci, NARS

Here’s the latest weekly DRG STYLE INDEX ranking, a round-up of the brands currently buzzing on my radar…

1. WOULD YOU BUY A COFFEE FROM GAP?
Gap Lion coffee + Records shop in oxford street
Last week, Gap added a coffee-cum-record-shop (a collaboration with East London’s Lion Coffee + Records) to its Oxford Street store in a move to entice a younger, cooler customer. Will it work? I’m not the target market, so I can’t say, but I love a store with a nice café, so I’ll definitely check it out… (more…)

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12 February, 2016

Written in the stars

Just when did astrology get so fashionable? Let’s not question it. If you’re a fan, you’ll be interested to know about these personalisation gift ideas from two of my favourite luxury brands for Valentine’s Day (and beyond).

A couple of weeks ago I got to meet the fabulous Shelley von Strunckel at Smythson in Bond Street, where she gave a talk about astrology to introduce Smythson’s new collection of zodiac sign motifs. (more…)

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11 February, 2016

What to buy from Chanel Spring 2016 beauty

If Chanel’s spring colour palette doesn’t put a cherry blossom carpeted spring in your step, well, I don’t know what will. The timing always coincides with that point in the season when you just can’t take much more darkness and gloom. As it happens, for spring 2016 the colour saturation seems to be dialled up just that extra little bit.

The collection is called L.A. Sunrise, so it’s young, fun and slightly kitsch. (more…)

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8 February, 2016

Trademark Resort 2016

If I saw this girl at a party, I’m 100% sure I’d want to go and talk to her. These are the sort of clothes I love; timeless, ever so slightly quirky and adaptable to any situation. Trademark has really defined its aesthetic now and is becoming known for its tailored denim, sensible shirting and those impeccable coats. (more…)