Posts from May 2011

Think of swimsuits and for most of us the image that comes to mind is an unflattering garment that makes even the shapeliest women look like a small boy. But not anymore! The swimsuit has evolved to be a stylish addition to your holiday wardrobe, something you can wear proudly while strutting around the pool. Just a word of warning though – you could end up with some dodgy tan lines.

The modern day swimsuit is all about the cut, illustrated perfectly by New Look. Jewelled print cut out swimsuit £24.99 from New Look.

Jewelled print cut out swimsuit from New Look

We're fans of the unusual print of this swimsuit, which lets the shape do the talking. Aprella print cut out swimsuit, £42 from French Connection.

Aprella print cutout swimsuit from French Connection

This purple swimsuit, £26 from Next is a stylish choice and the detail around the waist will help define a curvier figure.

Purple swimsuit from Next

The bold colour combined with the low back make this one statement piece - not for the fainthearted. Paint splash open back swimsuit, £34.99 from River Island

Paint splash open back swimsuit from River Island

This Marilyn swimsuit, £38 from Monsoon is the most classic style in our selection, but it's certainly not dull - we love the vintage feel.

Marilyn swimsuit from Monsoon

Just team this floral swimsuit, £32 from Warehouse with denim cut-offs and a straw trilby for the ultimate in beach bar style.

Floral swimsuit from Warehouse

Now, yellow can be tricky to pull off so accessorize with a tan, whether natural at the end of your holiday or faked. Diamante cut out swimsuit, £29.50 from Marks & Spencer.

Diamante cutout swimsuit from Marks & Spencer

This is the most daring in the selection and is sure to turn heads. Bling cut out one piece, £28 from Jane Norman.

Bling cutout swimsuit from Jane Norman

This ditzy print is sure to be a hit with girlie girls and the ruffles will balance out hips. Floozie by Frostfrench rose frill swimsuit, £34 from Debenhams.

Floozie by Frostfrench rose print swimsuit from Debenhams

This isn't just a purse friendly option, it also ticks a big SS11 trend box with the bold floral print. Rose print swimsuit, £22 from Dorothy Perkins.

Rose print swimsuit from Dorothy Perkins

The satchel is the only bag to be seen with this summer. It's a little bit preppy, a little bit fashion and a whole lot practical - we like.

This cream and brown leather satchel, £40 from Topshop is a chic choice for the girl who loves her vintage inspired pieces.

Cream and brown leather satchel from Topshop

This dDouble section satchel at just £18 from Bhs won't break the bank and this  shade of grey will go with anything too.

Double section satchel from Bhs

For a satchel that will look just as well with your winter coat as a summer jacket, you can't go wrong with this Red Herring Audrey cross body bag, £20 from Debenhams.

Red Herring cross body bag from Debenhams

If you're looking for an on-trend bag for work, look no further than this Larissa satchel, £50 from Dune.

Larissa satchel from Dune

We're big fans of the Mint Velvet collection at John Lewis and this small cross body bag, £89 from John Lewis is no exception.

Mint Velvet small cross body bag from John Lewis

This satchel briefcase, £30 from Miss Selfridge is the preppiest in our selection but we'll be using it for keys, lipgloss, credit cards and so on, rather than our homework.

Satchel briefcase from Miss Selfridge

Another great choice for the office - the roomy Watch satchel, £50 from Dune

Watch satchel from Dune

This cobalt blue suede satchel, £50 from Topshop has caused something of a stir in the office, and no wonder with this striking colour and purse friendly price tag.

Coblat blue suede satchel from Topshop

Tan is always a great option for summer accessories, but the blue stripe brings this satchel, £28 from Next bang up to date.

Stripe satchel from Next

Catrin Bell

When Theo Paphitis came to The Trafford Centre to open the brand new lingerie store, Boux Avenue, Trend Watch was there to meet him. Watch Jemma Gofton's interview find out how Theo's created a gorgeous lingerie boutique without any compromise on design and fit or range of stock.

When Grazia's Charlie Miller came to Selfridges to present the key SS11 trends, Trend Watch was there to meet her. Watch Jemma Gofton's interview to discover Charlie's favourite designer, what we must add to our wardrobes this season, how to do colour and the high street stores that should be on your shopping hit list.

We girls know that a light cover up is a key summer accessory to ensure your summer style isn't compromised by the unpredictable British weather. So take a look at our pick of the latest must have lightweight jackets to hit the stores that'll see you through summer no matter what the weather...

Choose a pretty cover up for summer events, this vintage lace jacket, £35 from Lipsy, would look lovely at a summer wedding.

Vintage lace jacket from Lipsy

A summer cover up should be part of your work wardrobe too, choose something tailored in a neutral hue. Jacket, £60 from Warehouse.

Jacket from Warehouse

This printed soft jacket, £38 from Miss Selfridge, could easily be the starting point for a weekend outfit - just team with a plain vest top and jeans.

Printed soft jacket from Miss Selfridge

You can't have failed to notice the popularity of white on the catwalks this summer. Start working the trend with this white draped jacket, £60 from Topshop.

White draped jacket from Topshop

This might not be the best choice for rainy days, but it would be great to throw on if you feel the chill on a pleasant summer's evening. Miso butterfly kimono shirt, £19.99 from Republic.

Miso butterfly kimono shirt from Republic

If you're off to a festival this summer, make sure this waterfall jacket, £40 from Topshop is part of your wardrobe.

Waterfall jacket from Topshop

For a stylish cover up to take you beyond summer and into autumn, you can't go wrong with this blue suede jacket, £135 from Wallis.

Blue suede jacket from Wallis

It’s the summer of 1988 and Matt - a recent graduate destined for yuppie-hood, confounds everyone by taking a dead-end job in a video store.

When his high school crush walks in, Matt sees his chance to fulfil his youthful dreams.

They embark on a once-in-a-lifetime evening with his twin sister and best friend that turns into an out-of-control celebration of their last night of youth.

‘Take Me Home Tonight’ is a raunchy, romantic and touching blast from the past set to an awesome soundtrack of timeless rock and hip-hop hits.

Here at Trend Watch we're excited for Water For Elephants - the story of an unexpected romance between a veterinary school student, Jacob (Robert Pattinson), and circus performer, Marlena (Reese Witherspoon).

Through their shared compassion for a special elephant, the couple fight against all the odds, and stand up to Marlena’s dangerous husband, to find true love. If you like your chick flicks with a clever storyline, then this is the film for you.