Dazzling in Diamonds - GQ Men Of The Year Awards 2014

The GQ Awards is a fantastic combination of acknowledging the most talented men in the industry and inviting the most stunning female fashion icons to present the awards. This year when Rita Ora emerged on the red carpet for the GQ Men Of The Year Awards at the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden in London on Tuesday the star momentarily stole the show. Rita wore a stand out couture gown and radiated sparkles as she was draped in diamonds by Vashi Dominguez. This included a diamond collection of: a tennis bracelet made from a string of 50 carat emerald-cut diamonds, a 10 carat diamond cocktail ring, and a pair of 15 carat diamond drop earrings.

Nicole Scherzinger who attended with her boyfriend Lewis Hamilton, also looked stunning in a strapless cream dress complimented by the most intricately cut diamond cuff bracelet and rings which were lent to her by Cartier.

 

Russel Brand, not to be outdone by the ladies, also appeared in true style wearing a black onyx necklace – there is an increasing trend of men wearing jewellery although most men at the awards were dressed in black tie.

 

Russell Brand At The GQ Men Of The Year Awards

 

GQ MEN OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNERS 2014 

Chef of the Year - Tom Kerridge

Designer of the Year - Christopher Bailey

Writer of the Year - Michael Lewis

Breakthrough Fashion Designers of the Year - Agi and Sam 

Innovator  - Ewan Venters

Hugo Boss Most Stylish Man - Douglas Booth

Actor of the Year - Benedict Cumberbatch 

Entrepreneur of the Year - Andre Balazs 

Woman of the Year - Kim Kardashian West 

Written by Rosie May Reddington

Wedding Rings all round as Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are Married

After nine years of marriage – the long awaited union between Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie has finally happened, they were married in the South of France this week. Giving in to years of insistence by their six children, the couple chose to be married in Chateau Miraval and the wedding ceremony took place in the private chapel with only family and a few friends in the hamlet of Correns. Angelina wore a classic plain white floor-length antique lace and silk dress which was stunning and radiated her beauty.

The eldest sons Maddox, 13, and Pax, 10 walked Angelina down the aisle whilst daughters Zahara, 9, and Vivienne, 6, threw rose petals to the altar and Shiloh and Knox, 6, served as ring bearers. Keeping the tradition of wearing something old Angelina wore a small gold locket that contained a photo of her mother, Marcheline Bertrand, who sadly died of ovarian cancer in 2007.

In line with the growing trend of men and jewellery, Brad Pitt also received a wedding ring which he was spotted wearing recently, diamonds and rings are no longer only a girls best friend.

Written by Rosie May Reddington

Autumn’s Key Pieces for your Wardrobe

The Autumn Trends are now hitting the highstreet so we at L&G took a look at the key pieces for your wardrobe.

Long Boots - Boots are big for AW14. Long, over-the-knee, military, high heels – it is all about tall, long boots. One of the best looks is paired with mini dresses and belted coats.

Sheepskin - Sheepskin will be seen everywhere from Prada to Christopher Kane it is all about retro and patch work with a plethora of colour.

Wool and Jersey - This season sees jersey knitwear at it’s best. Oversize, metallic and prints – jerseys in all forms will be seen everywhere.

Statement Jewellery -This season is all about Statement Jewellery – large earrings and statement pieces. These L&G Imperial Rose Earrings are one of the best as they can be paired with florals to funk as rainbow colours will be a key component to the A/W 14 trend.

Oversize and Ponchos - Oversize, ponchos and large loose fitting coats will be seen in all the couture houses as well as on the high street. This is a key component to the Autumn/Winter 14 fashion look.

Embroidery, Metallic and Detailing - Jackets, Coats, Trousers and shirts with embroidery and metal accessories are one of the key trends this season. There are some pieces of art created by Dolce & Gabbana,  and Emporio Armani. Metallic finishes and detailing makes these the ultimate stylish chic look.

Written by Rosie May Reddington

Coming up for Autumn- Colour Trends to expect for Autumn

After one of the hottest Great British Summers in history, the weather is now beginning to cool down and soon we will be in to the Autumnal months. The Autumn season is one of the most beautiful times of the year and you can almost feel the change in the air. So we at L&G wanted to start helping you prepare your autumn colours in your wardrobe to keep on trend with the new seasons colours.

The key colours this season focus around rustic berries, charcoal greys, warm fire orange, leaf lime greens and blending into yellows in conjunction with splash of bright colbalt blue and fresh pink no name but a few.

Firstly crispy fabrics will form a key part of the Autumn look which will be aligned against thick and luxurious materials. Woven fabrics and knits along with fur lining will be a big look this season.

Mixology is a key inspiration this season – mixing art, science and technology all into one cocktails. The trend focuses around inventing new tastes and discoveries and experiences for garments. It is the mixing of cultures, textures from around the world. It extends from the Latin American feel to tribal …all redefining the new vintage with the vintage coming from the heritage of cultural which will bring out old and new materials with contrasting bright and darker colours. ‘ Playful ideas with a dose of Chic.’ We will also see pattern and plain weaves contrasting with more fun and casual materials. Look out for sheer fabrics with motif prints and jersey garments with intricate embroidery.

Prints, Stripes and patterned lines for a key look this season combined with techniques which add 3D dimension. This is where you will see brighter colours working their way into autumn garments and adding more than a splash of colours. Jersey dresses, and knitwear along with a splash of colbalt blue, fire orange or bright pink will be key this season.

Written by Rosie Reddington

Source: fashionising.com

What’s Hot – Italian Riveria, Super Greens Juice and a Finer take on Jewellery

While Elle Macpherson showed off a picture of herself checking out the Italian Riviera, we decided to check out the latest trends this summer season. To be fair, it is hard to believe that ‘ The Body’ turns fifty this year and credits it partly to healthy living and super greens, it is also clear that the Italian Riviera is one of the top places to stay this Summer with it’s beautiful blue sea views.

Meanwhile Michelle Rodriguez was seen out with some of Justin Bieber’s crewe recently looking very toned, again crediting healthy living. The Fast and Furious stunner showed off her golden glow in a black bikini, black is a colour which has really hit the summer trend this season. Even though the runways are all about statement jewellery, we are seeing a turn towards finer jewellery. Michelle wears a fine jewellery necklace, a perfect accessory to a black bikini with gold. She also had a minimal make up which is a mandatory look this season.

One of the hottest places to go this Summer continues to be St Tropez where Selena Gomez along with good friend Cara Delevinge celebrated her 22^nd birthday in St Tropez. She wore a colbalt blue patterned dress along with a gold collar choker – this look has been seen a lot on the runways this season. Cara was dressed in skin tight black with a crop top, to show off her ever trim waistline. 

Looking Good in Swimwear – How to Accessorise

Whether on the beach or lying by the pool, whatever your size, shape or age there is always a swimming costume for you and at L&G we want to make sure you accessorise this Summer to look your best on the beach. So we have put together, some of the best swimming costumes and bikinis on trend this Summer and accessorised them to get the best out of your wardrobe.

Body Worry:  Womanly Waist-Lines and Tummy Worries

Focus on a structured swimsuits and the features around the bust area will add detail and balance out curvy thighs. For a stylish Marilyn Monroe finish we like this on trend yellow swimsuit. We would accessorise with the Imperial Collection cuff which can also be worn in the evening too ( loloand galago.com)
Recommended - Yellow Structured Swimsuit, £34 at Topshop.

 

Body Worry: Small Bust 
This is an easy one to solve – buy a padded push up bikini, this is  the one that will work for you..the padding will give you that extra push  and works perfectly with some matching bikini bottoms.
Compliment this coral bikini with a L&G Rose Quartz ring from the ‘ Candy Rocktail’ Collection.

Body Worry: Big Bust.
The structured bikinis are the best and the important thing is to find one that works for you and looks pretty – the Ahoy Bikini works for most sizes B-HH cup, £52 bra and £30 pants which can be bought at Miss Mandalay. This looks great with this ring to add an edge from the 1950-Sixties collection.

Body Worry: Short Body 
Elongate your torso with slinky two-pieces. Try this striking Black and White Etoile by Isabel Marant at Net-a-Porter. Add the Star Leather bracelet to rock this style.

  

Body Worry: Pear Shape and long in the body. 

A common concern but you need not worry there are two tricks to play with to maximise a long body – one is to wear a one-piece that breaks up the length of your torso, or attract more attention to your hips and breasts with a structured bikini with high leg cut bikini bottoms to accentuate the profile of your leg. 

Add to this look with this striking pearl necklace.

Body Worry: Post Pregnancy Stretch Marks.

This stylish Melissa Odabash is the perfect solution – it’s simple style and slight take on the Sixties trend will work perfectly on the beach or by the pool (www.odabash.com). Add to this look with Number 8 Collection Gold Circular Pendant.

Written by Rosie May Reddington

Our Summer Shopping List- L&G’s Summer Wish List

As the heat wave descends there is no stopping the summer sunshine. So we have a look at this seasons Summer ‘ Must Haves’.

Ravello Balcony Bikini

This year the British fashion is about nautical and who better than Heidi Klein to showcase their latest and greatest nautical bikini. Enjoy the beach in style with this popular stripy Heidi Klein bikini. The balcony top is designed with underwired cups for support and uplift. The chic navy and white stripe fabric is offset with contrasting navy bow. The straps can be removed make this an ideal style for all over tanning. www.heidiklein.com

Chanel Beach Bag

For the ultimate in luxury, treat yourself to a beautiful Chanel beach bag – in the ultimate beach trend – monochrome black and white.

 However if you are looking for something truly unique why not try Karl Lagerfield’s new beach bag unveiled at his latest fashion show for Chanel. The Chanel hula hoop ring beach bag. This is for those who after dipping in to the sea want to hang up their beach towel and let it dry – no more dilema!  It was the haute answer to a drying rack. www.chanel.com.

Cooling Downtime - Avène Thermal Water Spray 

Avène Thermal Water is what you need to stay cool during the Summer. It is the token humid day antidote and gives instant relief to the skin whenever it feels tight and uncomfortable. How can you go wrong with water clinically proven to be soothing, anti-irritating and anti-free radical?

Dolce and Gabbana Gold Framed Sunglasses

For the ultimate in luxurious bling, these very stylish and the ultimate show stopper ‘Gold Framed’ sunglasses are the answer. They are pure art masterpieces. Gold is the summer must have accessory and these glasses are our personal favourite! All you have to do is sit back, focus and enjoy the envy of the passers by..( www.dolcegabbana.com).   

L&G Sapphire Ring

One ring which is our ‘ Summer Must Have’ is the Lolo and Galago double pear shaped sapphire ring. It is bursting with colour and on trend for the statement rings which are hot, hot, hot this Summer. So go on treat yourself…

www.loloandgalago.com