STYLE ME: ARTEECOLLAGE PRINTED LEGGINGS

For those akin to us who are battling with their wardrobes each morning to dress according to the outrageously chillier climate, then look no further than Arteecollage’s resident clothing Agony Aunt. Each week Emma Salter, of the blog Miss Baigent, will be sharing her tips on how to look hotter than a lit fireplace on Christmas Eve. With the aid of Arteecollage’s basic apparel range the possibilites of a chic aesthetic are endless so take a peek at this week’s instalment. 

‘Arteecollage: Urban Style’, by Emma Salter 

Stockists:

Long white leggings with artist detail: Arteecollage (via amazon) £10 sale
TIMELESS black suede boots: Pret-a-Beaute £34
Mac Pink Lipstick: £16.50
Hive and Honey chain necklace: piperlime.gap.com £24
Animal print top: Buckle.com £11 (Available now)

Today I’m wearing my favourite animal print top from Buckle.com that was an amazing bargain at £11. It goes great with my long white Arteecollage urban leggings which I got at an even better price on theirAmazon website for a crazy £10! What’s so great about these printed leggings is that they are affordable for such a high quality Modal fabric. The material of these leggings also sculpts my physique in a soft, non-irritable way, which is perfect for my sensitive skin.

The durability of the leggings is top notch too, so much so that the garment’s colour and quality sustains for up to 400 washes! Not only do these leggings look great but they also adapt to the seasons by being naturally cool in the summer and by generating warmth in the winter. This is all ideal seeing as Autumn is coming to an end and my legs that are getting colder.

I’ve teamed this outfit with my new suede boots from Pret-a-Beatue, they were a steal at £34 and can turn every outfit casual to smart! No outfit is complete without a bit of accessories, and this Hive and Honey long chain necklace completes my outfit. It’s a bit pricey at £24 but it’s gold tone and extra long length means it can be worn with just about anything.

These urban chic white leggings from Arteecollage are the perfect staple to this outfit, a garment so simple but with an artistic feature that can be compared to no other kind of legging. This beautiful artwork featured on the right leg is by contemporary artist Paul Engeris and adds a definitive urban edge to the outfit. It’s surrealistic approach and colours make it easy to co-ordinate with the rest of my wardrobe. The modal fabric is what lures me in every time. Arteecollage’s basic range uses the luxurious fabric in most of its designs, making it a staple you want in your wardrobe! Nothing compares to its elegantly simplistic touch.

If you’re enjoying the blog then don’t forget to check Facebook and follow Arteecollage on Twitter for up-coming new events and garments that they have to offer. Also if you fancy bagging yourself a bargain, head over to their Amazon site and fill up your basket!

For additional insights into Paul Engeris’ art work then please see his webite: www.paulengeris.com 

- Emma Salter, of Miss Baigent blog fame

LONDON HAPPENINGS

What? Tim Walker: Story TellerWhere? Somerset House, LondonWhen? Daily 10.00 – 18.00

Tim Walker is arguably one of the most visually striking and imaginative fashion photographers working and influencing the industry today. Extravagant in scale and ambition and instantly recognisable for eye-opening originality, Walker’s photographs dazzle with life, vibrancy, originality and humour. He has photographed the past four collections for Mulberry and you can’t flick through an edition of Vogue, Vanity Fair and W, among many others, without seeing evidence of his creativity.

Walker’s iconic photographs provide the focus of an exhibition at Somerset House. Everything in Walker’s pictures is specially constructed and his photo shoots consistently resemble a film set. They have sweetness to them; yet feel as though they have been teleported directly from a whimsical ideology.

The exhibition is accompanied by a series of events that feature many of Tim Walker’s long-time collaborators and uncover the influences and stories behind his work. Also, as part of the exhibition there will be workshops offering visitors the opportunity to work with some of the set designers and prop builders who have worked with Tim Walker, as well as this there will also be talks and screenings of a series of films curated by Tim Walker.

Click here for more information 

What? Electric Minds with Jackmaster and Ben UFO (b2b all night)Where? Studio Spaces, East LondonWhen? 10^th November

Electric Minds welcomes Numbers’ Jackmaster & Hessle Audio’s Ben UFO for an all night B2B session this Saturday.

As well as being the co-founder of Numbers, Jackmaster is one hell of a DJ. He is a man who lives to play records for people and his eclectic sets skip through everything, embracing guilty pleasures and forgotten classics in the same breath as unreleased dubplate heaters.

Jackmaster will be joined by fellow Numbers’ member Ben UFO, whose commitment to dance music has advanced his reputation in the realms of forward-thinking music. Tonight at Studio Spaces will be a rare opportunity to see these DJ’s play together within such an intimate setting.

Click here to get tickets 

What? Red or Dead 30th anniversary exhibitionWhere? The Dray Walk Gallery, The Old Truman Brewery, Dray Walk, E1 6QLWhen? This weekend, 9-11  November

An exhibition celebrating Red or Dead’s 30th anniversary opens today at The Dray Walk Gallery at the Old Truman Brewary. The exhibition celebrates the anarchic brand and all of its attitude and creativity.

The label, started by Wayne Hemingway and his wife, Geraldine, began with one stall on Saturdays in Camden Market. Soon, there were sixteen stalls – and three Street Style Designer of the Year awards from the British Fashion Council alongside a coveted spot at London Fashion Week. Needless to say that their punk legacy is iconic. The exhibition showcases archive imagery of the playful variety, as well as exploring Red or Dead’s anarchic impact on British fashion during a time of Cool Britannia.

Red or Dead: 30 Years of Eclectic British Fashion runs from 9th-11th November at The Dray Walk Gallery, The Old Truman Brewery, Dray Walk, E1 6QL

What? No Man’s Land Project: Remembrance Sunday PerformancesWhere? London TubesWhen? 11th  November

Directly after the two-minute silence on Remembrance Sunday, specially commissioned music and poetry performances will begin at 10 London Underground stations.

The No Man’s Land project has been in development for seven months and explores how European societies of 1912 walked blindly into the Great War of 1914-18, taking much of the world with them.”

Performances will take place at Angel, Charing Cross, Embankment, Green Park, Knightsbridge, London Bridge, Piccadilly, St Paul’s and Waterloo and will last 53 minutes, till midday. The artists will then converge on Waterloo to join the sculptures and see what happens when they all get together.

View the sculptures at Waterloo between 10.30am-2pm. Witness the performances after the two-minute silence at 11.03 until noon. Find out more.

For more information please see the website 

IT’S THE PARTY SEASON!

Christmas Party Chic by arteecollage featuring chanel clutch

Tis’ the season for Christmas parties!

Here’s an option to dress for the festive era. Available in a muted grey, this bodycon modal mini dress from Arteecollage’s simplistic apparel range features a batwing-draped sleeve. The details on this plain grey dress also include a slim fit, long flowing sleeves, stretch material and our subtle eagle logo.

Combine this simplistic dress with a classic Chanel quilted bag, a glittery tailored jacket and some killer ankle boots. The chunky heel makes walking on potentially icy ground even easier!

SPANKING NEW MUSIC MONDAY: JAMIE XX VS FOUR TET

If you’ve been under a rock this week, or rather too busy with Halloween and bonfire soirees, then you may have missed this track which seemingly burst onto the scenes in the past few days. The track in question is a Four Tet remix made by the crafty hands of Jamie XX.

Here the talented producer overhauls “Lion”, which is one of the undeniable highlights from Four Tet’s new ‘Pink’ album. The track’s menacing tones are transformed and shortened, crafting multidimensional sonic filled with intriguing soundscapes and layered with warm chords and keys.

Listen below and prepare for some ultra subterranean bass.

ARTEECOLLAGE MENS TEES

Inspired by London’s cosmopolitan and diverse culture, we bring silky, modal T-shirts with a contemporary feel.
An eclectic mix of fine art and street art inspired our printed collection of graphic mens tees. All of the designs are digitally printed and created by artist Paul Engeris.

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GET THE LOOK: FLORENCE WELCH

We’ve been long admirers of the ethereal, gothic and yet somehow accessible style of Florence Welch. Since she burst onto our airwaves in 2008 we soon learnt that the flame-haired, fair-skinned beauty is something of an assorted fashion plate.

Her diverse wardrobe, that fuses vintage gems with abstract designer and high street items that you’d never assume to be affordable, keeps us almost as immersed in her visual appeal as we are in her commanding vocals.

For those who are as enraptured by the eclectic singer songwriter as we are then check out our simple tips for channelling her idiosyncratic aesthetic – covering her look from head to toe.

Hair:

If you’re not naturally of the red-haired variety and fancy a total transformation then pick up a packet ofSchwarzkopf Live XXL Colour Intense in Red Passion R43 (RRP £3.99). It’s a temporary colour and so great for easily testing the striking look. Florence keeps her hair tousled so curl loosely and then leave long and back brush for some added volume.

Make-Up:

Strive for an au naturale look where less is more. Florence is famed for her porcelain skin and so opt for a light foundation such as Clinique’s Calming Alabaster as it does not block the pores. Add a bit of blush to make your cheeks pop and finish the look with a bright red lipstick to draw focus. Chanel’s Rouge CocoShine Hydrating sheer lipstick in Rebelle is a classic. Also, if you’re feeling daring and aiming to be less au naturale, add some gold glitter around the eyes for extra pizzazz.

Clothing:

Embrace your inner bohemian like Florence and opt for a batwing-sleeved dress from Arteecollage to achieve 70s flare but with a versatile edge. With flowing sleeves and a scoop neckline, this grey bodycon dress is Florence at her finest. The classic structure means you can wear this dress repeatedly throughout all the seasons and at only £17 in our Amazon sale, the dress is an absolute steal.

Visit our website to get the dress in grey. Many of Florence’s ensembles include layering as well as flowed dresses, so if you’d like to add another dynamic to your outfit then combine an Arteecollageflowing batwing black top with some high-waisted leather, black shorts like below.

Accessories:

A long, simple silver chain necklace will accentuate the Arteecollage dress well. Alternatively, add metallic rings and an embroidered box clutch. Second-hand charity and vintage stores are also great places to search for items that symbolise Flo’s style so don’t be afraid to get thrifty. Finally, finish off the look with a floppy-brimmed fedora hat for the ultimate in Boho Chic. For the feet wear some casual, laidback buckled ankle boots for a contrasting effect.

It’s best not to over accessorize so when channelling Flo, remember Coco Chanel’s famed quote: “When accessorising always take off the last thing you put on.”

If you fancy sharing your ideas for achieving the Flo look then do so in the comments section below. Please also share this with your pals on Twitter and/or Facebook!

Keep your eyes peeled for the next instalment of celebrity ‘Get The Looks’!

- Caroline Jackson

RESIDENT BLOGGER: A SPOOKY WEEKEND (MEOW)

Recently our diaries have been bursting with celebrations of the fancy dress variety. Last Wednesday we had Halloween, yet the parties seemed to span over several weekends (this may have also equalled us overdoing it on the sweets, as well as orange cocktails). Always eager to embrace the festivities, we donned assorted dress-up – wearing everything from a Spider costume, to a Hulk costume and a, err, teacup costume. But our favourite costume we saw over the week was a classically cute cat outfit that was complete with super slick makeup, as worn by our resident blogger Miss Emma Salter. For future reference, if you wish to achieve the look, follow her easy steps below:

‘A Spooky Weekend’, by Emma Salter

Black Top: Arteecollage £35
Disco Pants: American Apparel £70
Wedge Boots: H&M £30
Bat Handbag: Topshop
Cat earings: etsy.com £5.51
Glittery cat ears: luxurylaunches.com
 
Last weekend I wore this smart but also casual black modal top from Arteecollage.com. It’s versatile nature and sumptuous feel makes this an essential item to my wardrobe, and being a reliable basic black tee means that I can wear it for most occasions. The classic crew neckline and stretch-jersey makes this a desirable staple to complete my halloween ‘kitten’ look. The beauty of this soft top is that once I’ve used it as fancy dress, I can wear it during the day with boyfriend jeans and Havianas to sport an exclusive yet natural look!

To coincide with the spooky period, I thought: “what could I wear with my Arteecollage tee to fit in with the Halloween theme”? I decided to go all out and team it with my figure hugging disco pants from American Apparel, as well as my epically comfy wedge heel boots from H&M and my super chic bat handbag from Topshop. To make the outfit even more authentic I added a few accessories, which included these cute, little cat studs from etsy.com and some glittery cat ears from luxurylaunches.com (Pictured above)

What I love about Arteecollage is that all their garments are crafted in pure and flowing modal fabric. This means their T-shirts glide on the skin like silk and create a classic look via a use of feminine necklines that make this plain black tee a part of a perfectly chic outfit!

My favourite item from this outfit is the ‘off duty’ black top from Arteecollage.com. It’s a reliable item to own and stays true to Arteecollage‘s unconventional approach to carefully produced, desirable basics. The modal fabric makes it one of my most elegant tops in my wardrobe!

Don’t forget to check Facebook and to follow Arteecollage on  Twitter for up-coming new events and garments that the brand has to offer.

- Emma Salter