NORTH LONDON VINTAGE MARKET...

Tomorrow sees the return of The North London Vintage for their biggest bash yet with over 35 stalls of vintage home wares, furniture, mid century ceramics, fabrics, curiosities, clothing + more - the one stop shop in North London for affordable and quality original vintage items!

Amongst the traders are those who own stalls that Spitalfields market, so have a pop along for a rummage to see what you can find. There will be food and drinks available because lets face it bargain hunting is thirsty work!

Admission: Adult £1.50 Children FREE
Saturday October 1st 10-4.30pm
Rectory Gardens Hornsey / Crouch End N8 7QN

www.northlondonvintagemarket

PAINT IT: NUBAR NAIL LACQUER

This season we're mainly painting our nails black with the "Think Ink" collection from Nubar Nail Lacquer. The nail varnishes are hard wearing and don't chip or crack under pressure. Black Chrome is our personal favourite it has blue undertones to create the Gothic effect which is oh so now.

Priced from £8 a bottle they aren't bad value either.

www.beautyshed.co.uk

DALSTON CAR BOOTY....

Two weeks in and the new Dalston Bootsale Extravaganza is going down a storm! Located in the Dalston Kingsland Shopping Centre's Indoor Sainbury's Car Park the area is covered which means it takes place every Sunday come rain or shine. Great news given that Winter is coming...

Get down and grab a bargain or raid your wardrobe for some vintage gems to earn a buck or two. Sellers prices range from £5 for walk in's, £8 for Cars and £11 for Vans.

Entrance is free for Buyers from 9am through till 2pm. Happy Shopping!

Every Sunday
Dalston Kingsland Shopping Centre Car Park, E8
wwwdalstonlondoncarboot.tk

THIS IS CIRCUS EXHIBITION....

Roll up, Roll up the Circus exhibition is in town. The multi-dimensional exhibition by Tim Bret-Day & Jodie Harsh celebrates London’s twilight characters.

In celebration of five years of the legendary club night Circus, photographer Tim Bret-Day and DJ/promoter Jodie Harsh have collaborated on a groundbreaking photographic project bringing together key characters from the club’s evolution in a multi-faceted fantasy world set in the interior of a turn-of-the-century theatre.

From musicians and DJ’s, to actresses and performance artists, models, dancers and star-studded clientele, the multi sensory image features 100 characters rehearsing for their ultimate performance played by Jaime Winstone, Lisa Snowdon, Sadie Frost, Margo Stilley, Mika, Matthew Horne, Daniel Lismore, Jonny Woo, Immodesty Blaze, Alexis Knox, Scottee, Kris Di Angelis and of course Jodie Harsh as ring leader. The multi-dimensional (graphic, video, audio and live performance art) exhibition will be the most adventurous yet, showcasing nightlife personalities and London’s most photographed figures as you have never seen them before.

Thurs 29th of Sept 12pm - 6pm
Fri 30th of Sept 12pm - 7pm
Sat 1st of Oct 12pm - 8pm
BOND, 24 Kingly Street, W1B


www.jodieharsh.com

MEET THE "JEAN"IUSES....

If you're in the market for a pair of new jeans (aren't we all?) Then head along to Liberty on Thursday evening to meet the Jean Geniuses who'll find the perfect pair for you. Taking place between 6-9pm specially trained staff will go through every brand and style until you find the one for you.

What's more all denim purchases on the night come with a £50 goody bag whilst 10 shoppers will win a free pair of jeans - WE'RE IN!!

Thursday 29th September, 6pm - 9pm
Liberty, 210-220 Regent Street, W1B

THE KOOPLES AUTUMN/WINTER 2011 COLLECTION

It seems The Kooples take over of London is almost complete - there are stores and concessions everywhere. Which is great news as the new Autum and Winter collection is worth a browse over...

	This dark blue denim shirt has black mother-of-pearl press studs and wearing on the chest pocket. At £135 we think it is a must have.
	You can never have enough jeans and these fitted jeans come in two colours, burgundy and washed out black. Buy them both. Priced £135
	These old-time look boots are decorated with a buckle on the side are bang on trend and perfect for Winter. Priced at £330 they are a little steep yes but you can't put a price on looking good!

SOUTH WEST JUMBLE

South West Jumble takes over the Tooting Tram & Social again this weekend to bring you a vintage and craft jumble sale worthy of a good rummage.

The day brings together some of London’s best vintage clothes and handmade craft stalls with a sprinkling of food, live music and a fully licensed bar. It's free entry or if you are in need of a wardrobe clear out stalls are a mere £5.

Go forth and seek out those bargains!

Sunday 25th September, 12pm - 5pm
Tooting Tram & Social, 46-48 Mitcham Road, SW17
www.southwestjumble.com

SAMPLE SALE: MARGARET HOWELL

British clothing designer Margaret Howell is having a sample sale. The sale takes place this Thursday and Friday with up to 70% off women and men's clothing and home products.

Margaret Howell's collections are smart but sexy, she has been designing toyboy pieces for years but it just so happens that this year, thanks to Alexa the masiculine/feminine style is huge. Check out her new collection. If you want to fill up your work wardrobe it's well worth a trip.

Thurs 22nd Sept & Friday 23rd Sept, 9 am - 6 pm
The Music Room, 26 South Molton Lane, W1K
www.margarethowell.co.uk

BEYOND RETRO OPENS IN DALSTON.....

If you follow us on twitter you'll know that we were the first ones to break the news of Beyond Retro's plans to come to Stoke Newington. Well the shop has now opened and we can confirm it's pretty huge, taking over Simpson House of Stoke Newington Road the 10,000 square foot store will become a reason in itself to visit the area. Or if like us you live nearby a reason to go shopping more!

This is the eighth addition to the Beyond Retro legacy and the prices seemed slightly cheaper than their other outlets. We picked up 3 t-shirts for £36, a romper suit for £16 and a electric pink leather for just £60. But all this bargain hunting can be thirst work, so we'd recommend checking out the in store cafe even if it's just to people watch, expect to see a whole host of Fashion"East"ers.

Simpson House, 92-100 Stoke Newington Road, N16
www.beyondretro.com

MODEL CO FIBRE LASH....

Fuller, thicker lashes spell SEX which is why we'll try any new wonder product once. Model Co Fibre Lash Mascara promises to give your lashes the fuller effect without the need for falsies. No glue, no mess and no coming unstuck halfway through the night - we were sold.

Even with the £35 price tag we'd still recommend this product, just think of the money you save on falsies! The kits contains two tubes; one of mascara and one of fibre which clings to your lashes to add volume and length. And it works, it really works. The only thing we found was the product got cloggy quite fast but apart from that the results spoke for themselves.

Available from boots.com. Get it whilst it's hot!

KATE MOSS NEW RIMMEL AD......

Check out Kate Moss's new Rimmel advert with The Vaccines.....TWO WORDS - SEXY BITCH!

SAMPLE SALE: BODYAMR

London based designer label Bodyamr are having a sample sale. The label which launched in 2005 already counts Juliette Lewis, Claudia Schiffer, Daisy Lowe, Kylie and Tom Ford as fans. The long silk dresses are super sexy and great for parties.

Nab yours with 80% off at this weeks sample sale.

Wed 7th Sep - Fri 9th Sept, 9:30am - 6pm
7 Coptic Street, WC1A
www.bodyamr.com

SHOREDITCH UNBOUND...

‘Shoreditch Unbound' is a new book which pays homage to the areas creative roots by giving the owners chance to create their own content. The limited edition book, only available throughout September creates a permanent snapshot of the eclectic mix of art, fashion, design, location and lifestyle of London’s Shoreditch.

Shoreditch Unbound is a view of Shoreditch through the eyes of the artists, visitors and residents who occupy the area, brought together by Steven Moffett and Steven Dray. It is an informed look at the way in which the area has evolved through the 20th and 21st centuries to become the creative hub it is today.

The book is an original concept; those who own a limited edition copy will be able to personalise it with additional content available from the Shoreditch Unbound website, as well as from Shoreditch Unbound Festival venues. The ultimate coffee table book for the trendy Shoreditch hipster - see that book? We made it!

If you fancy owning a book or checking out any of the festival events which include a Games Night at Bethnal Green Working Mens Club and a cinema night at the Water Poet, check out the website: www.shoreditchunbound.com

VOGUE FASHION NIGHT OUT...

It's that time again, time for the annual fashion event that is Vogue's Fashion Night Out. Taking place on Thursday 8th September the night sees a host of stores throw open there doors and offer not only great fashion tips but music, free drinks, canapes, special offers, competitions and goody bags! Night out indeed!

As usual the list of shops taking part is huge but here are our pick of the bunch:

• Mulberry's Bond Street and Brompton Road stores will be serving quintessentially English food (mini toad in the hole is on the menu!) and hosting prize draws every half an hour, with prizes chosen from our newest collection. Mulberry on New Bond Street will have a resident celebrity DJ for the evening and guests will be able to snap pictures in the pop-up photobooth before stopping for a spot of nail painting or face-painting outside the store, next to our pop-up nut stall! Both stores will be giving away goodie bags throughout the evening as well as exclusively launching the new season Tillie Booties as part of Mulberry’s Autumn Winter 2011 Catwalk Collection. 

• Liberty London is celebrating with a Hawaiian themed evening. Hostess (with the most-ess) Lulu Kennedy has invited her menagerie of designers to share the fun. Richard Nicoll, Jonathan Saunders, Simone Rocha and Michael Van der Ham will all be involved in Luau and on hand to talk customers through their collections as well as give out flower lays to the people wearing their favourite Hawaiian outfits. Liberty's favourite DJ Richard Sloan will be DJ'ing and for one night only guests have the chance to become the next Vogue cover girl. Mahiki Coconut rum have provided a rum shack and Hawaiian themed bar and Hourglass will be offering complimentary mini makeovers using their Film Noir lash lacquer.

• Alexander McQueen on Bond Street will be creating a limited number of FNO2011 keys containing a special code for the chance to win an iconic Alexander McQueen Folk Tote. A limited-edition Crystal Skull Keyring, created especially for Fashion’s Night Out, will also be available to purchase in store and online. Visit between 6pm - 10pm

• There will be glamorous guests, beauty treats, complimentary cocktails and plenty of designer appearances over at Harvey Nichols. Treat your inner child and play on the fairground stalls, get your hair and nails done, and  have your Vogue FNO t-shirts customised by the likes of Peter Pilotto and Marios Schwab amongst many others, with all proceeds going to Kids Company. RSVP email eventsrsvp@harveynichols.com

• Topshop Oxford Street are throwing a party with DJs and the Vogue fashion team on hand to help you shop.

With so much going on in just one night we suggest you make a plan of action to make the most of the events - no room for slackers here! Plan your night now on the website or download the app. Good Luck people...

P.S The after party is at The Box - grab a wrist band for free entry before 12am

Thurs 8th Sept
fashions-night-out.vogue.co.uk

GETTY IMAGES GALLERY & JOHN LEWIS

The Getty Images Gallery and John Lewis have got together to collaborate on an exhibition of iconic photographs from over the decades, showcasing memorable moments from all eras and talents. You can view Audrey Hepburn’s famous still from Breakfast at Tiffany’s, the moment Michael Caine and Bobby Moore share a football before the charity premiere of Escape to Victory, Mr Jimi Hendrix making that guitar sing and many more memorable images. The exhibition opens today (Sat 3rd Sept) and runs until the 8th,and the good news is it’s free.

Sun 3rd Sept - Thur 8th Sept
Mon - Fri, 10am - 5.30pm Sat: 12pm - 5.30pm
46 Eastcastle Street, W1W

FIVE HOT TIGHTS......

This season we're all about the tights, and we don't mean woolly ones. We're on about sexy pairs, those which can and should be worn during the night and day. Check out our top 5 hot tights.....

1. Pamela Mann Love Seam Tights

Sheer back seam tights with a unique romantic detail. A new take on typical vintage style back seamed tights - bit of fun on a night out and at less than a tenner they are cheaper than similar designer pairs.

£7.99

2. Henry Holland Superstar Black Tights

As seen on Jessie J - these Henry Holland Superstar Tights from House of Holland's Spring/Summer '11 collection are bang on trend with their star pattern - available now!

£15

 

3. Jonathan Aston Roulette Tights

Inspired by the glamour of the casino, these Roulette Tights from Jonathan Aston feature a mock suspender design with extra lattice detailing on the lower leg. Did somebody say hot?? 

£14

 



4. Wolford Starlette Leggings 

 

These overlong Wolford Starlette leggings have a funky cutout detail that means that you’ll turn heads wherever you go.Not cheap  but you could wear them as tights or leggings...right?

£58

 



5. Wolford Polka Dot Tights

If you're not rocking stars this season then you should be rockingt polka dots. These tights spell sex when worn with hot pants or quirky when worn with a floaty dress. It's up to you to decide what you'd rather be....

£32

All tights are available from www.mytights.com as well as various other websites and shops.