H&M Autumn Winter 2013

I went to the H&M Press Day this week to view the AW13 Collection, and what a beaut it was! 

Modern drama with a tomboy spirit is at the heart of this collection. First presented on the catwalk of Paris Fashion Week, it is set to debut in around 200 stores worldwide  and online from September 5th. 

The collection mixes tailoring with glamour to create contrasts. Military tailcoats create a dramatic silhouette while a variety of delicate sequin dresses add faded grandeur. 

Extra shine comes from the sequins and fringing giving the collection a Great Gatsby feel. 

Bohemia comes from a heavily embroidered velvet jacket, while chunky knitwear brings winter comfort. 

Accessories complete the contrasting mood with stacking-rings for every finger and stud earrings for a punk feel. Biker boots or flat shoes add a fresh twist along with tassel belts, embroidered collars and vintage-inspired bags. 

LOVE LOVE LOVE THESE SEQUIN EMBELLISHED TROUSERS! 

I also really WANT this structured skirt. 

Winter is not complete with out a great faux fur coat

Gatsby Countdown

Since the announcement a few years back that Baz Luhrmann was to re-make the wonderful classic The Great Gatsby, I have been ever so excited eagerly awaiting its release.

I can honestly say that is my all time favourite. First read as part of my A-level English Literature studies, I instantly fell in love with the story, the 1920's and F.Scott Fitzgerald's other work. 

A story of unrequited love, betrayal, obsession, debauchery and desperate destructive decadence, there is a theme for everyone. 

I loved the story so much, it was even the theme for my 21st Birthday. 

Now with just over a month to go until its released, Jay-Z working on the soundtrack with songs from Florence and The Machine, and Beyonce covering Amy Winehouse's Back to Black, Leonardo Dicaprio as Jay Gatsby and Carey Mulligan as Daisy Buchanan this looks set to be a Summer hit. 

Even the catwalks can't escape, with an ever increasing hint of the roaring 20's ever present, after the films release I have a feeling it is a look we are going to see much more of. 

How amazing does this trailer look! 

In the meantime I am going to re-read the book... If you haven't yet then I would highly recommend!