Pre Fall looks

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Stumbled across this little peach of a website this evening. Primetimelooks.com I was pretty impressed by what I came upon. Here are a few of my favourite picks.

How cosy does this look? I love it’s sheer neck! The print is outrageous and I love how the silver lining really balances the bold exterior. How great would this look over jeans and even black cigarettes pants.

Look at this little beauty. A dainty ankle mid length with sash belt and button down detail along the bodice. I feel it’s more of a spring awakening piece or valid for Easter brunch but, hey, who am I to judge?

I love this cute box bag which would be perfect for your lippy, android and wallet card with keys. It’s Karl Lagerfeld meets Wintour in Tokyo.

So if you’re looking for something fun and stylish yet sleek, check out this lot on yourstruly@primetimelooks.com

Happy Reading!

Sickened when I checked my last updated entry blog. I couldn’t believe my eyed when February stared back at me. I’m getting more and more sporadic but I vow to be a better blogger.

 

Lots has changed since my last blog. We are building our very own dream home in County Meath, Ireland. I will share the house plans and designs in due course. But for now I am checking in to say my fingers work and I shall resume blogging.

I have now received a further Diploma in Medical Acupuncture. Honestly that’s been eating into all my free time. Education really is an investment.

So I’m getting my thoughts together for a new blog. In the meantime, have a wonderful, happy and healthy bank holiday weekend!

A Friday evening in London, greeted by the ES fashion magazine. Always happy to accept as I leg it on to my 4th form of transport, the 189 outside Kilburn High Road underground.

Landing myself on the LFW section surrounded by wise journalist offering survival guides ahead of the industry’s chaotic showstopper that await, I was distracted by the flash photography from Goddard’s September catwalk reveal. If that is a taste of what’s to come, I will have sleepless nights ahead.

Simply mouthwatering.

Not a care in the world for compliance, conservativism or hush; these pieces cleverly ooze brashness, dare and independence.

Loose torsos of cotton followed by cute lace neck ties. Almost doll-like outfit replicas. Pair with illuminous wedges in summer, large orange framed sunglasses and a wide brimmed straw sunhat. The old promenade on Donostia San Sebastian awaits.

The year was 1961. White picket fences, cook outs, soda pop, diners, high school yearbooks. The place: Prairie Creek, Joplin, Arkansas.

Molly Goddard bringing tuille and frocks back in to fashion. Keep an eye out.

Thank you for reading.

© Fiona McCabe.

My recent uploaded blogs were all beginning with apologies for not blogging earlier, but I’m not going to apologise this time! It wouldn’t be fair on your ears (or eyes) to read my long list of excuses, so, I’m simply getting straight to it!

I blame the death of Polyvore (sorry, I know I said I wouldn’t begin excusing myself). Thanks to a lovely new app, I can now resume business as usual and upload my delightful new fashion collages to whet your appetite.

I know those heavy masculine, hiker type boots are all in but I can’t seem to come around to them at all. I’m sure they are hugely comfortable but.. I will have to bow out if this trend. I did decide to upload a cool new look for those of you ‘on the go’. Finish the busy look with the cosiest of puffa jackets (Columbia) and a spritz of your favourite perfume. I’ve chosen Narcisco Rodriguez this week. I’m practically swallowing it in my duty free prancing!

My look 2 is generated by more of the same mentioned above. Designed for the stylish in mind but those that simply don’t have the time to put together a manicured look. (Manicure is so 2002 anyway!)

Moschino long trench enveloped in shmancy Balenciaga ladies tote, Dita shades and Ash white leather sneakers. Needless to say the latter look is a higher end. Option 1 a more affordable look, equally as darling.

For finer details, hit me up and I shall point you in the correct shopping direction.

For now, I am delighted to be back in my blogging buzz. Expect a little more updated publishings soon.

Thank you for reading.

Happy weekend folks!

Fiona.

Thanks to my wonderful boss and mentor, (who, in her former life was Christian’s right hand lady!), strongly advised a peek at the exhibition before it sold out. What a treasure trove of greatness awaited me.

Please enjoy the beautiful photographs below which, thanks to the staff at the V&A allowed me kindly take.

Favourite outfit? Sorry, no can do! There are far too many to choose.

I urge you however to go and view this exciting trail of creation by this dazzling master and those he mentored before his death.

Running until September, 2019 members go free plus guest.

Ina admittance, I am secretly drawn to all things Dior since my visit. Even a mundane walk through Stanstead duty free is suddenly alive with scents of Miss Dior taking the edge of what formerly was a rushed, hectic brisk walk to the departure lounge.

I’m afraid these photographs simply do not do any justice, but it’s the closet we will get to the wonderful craftsmanship of such an idol that was Monsieur Christian Dior.

 

Inspired by a murky but relatively mild January weekend, I decided to whip up another fashion blog. This week it’s all about the jacket and coat.

I am aware we are halfway (and more)  through our winter but I still haven’t quite make up my mind if I like the padded quilted jacket. ‘Hurry on’, I hear the cyber echoes.

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Why I chose the verb frocking for my blog title, I’m not entirely sure but I feel the closest explanation could be is that it sounds festive and fun and rhymes with Rocking Around the Christmas Tree ( insert tune humming).

 

 

I chose this Monki loose tunic dress as my canvas. I decided to prep with peach and mustard overtones and making it a nice casual piece. This is my idea of a classic and high street combination outfit, perfect for running around for last minute New Years preparation chores or doing a spot of bargain shopping in the city. Flat trainers are all the rage of 2018 so perhaps they will translate in to the early days of 2019.

• Dress by Monki (EUR30)
• Scarf by Marlene Birger (EUR110)
• Trainers by Nike (EUR85)
• Balenciaga backpack (EUR1,590)

 

 

I am in love with the color teal all year and I feel it is the perfect clash and contrast color (in a good way!) This outfit is especially paired for a sophisticated lunch or dinner and, minus the beret, an Auld Lang Syne party bash.

• Boot are from New Look (EUR27)
• Dress is Monki ( EUR30)
• Tartan and leopard tote is Michael Kors Collection by Michael Kors (EUR2,190)
• Beret is Topshop (EUR13)

So here are 2 ideas of casual versus party outfits for you. Whatever you chose, try have one block/main color theme and from there accessorise to your heart’s content.  Also, another quick piece of advice: Don’t plan ahead too much in advance. It’s usually a fashion fail! And try have a sneaky ‘old meets new’ woven in to your look. Have a think about that as you ring in the 2019 on Monday night.

 

Happy New Year to all my lovely readers and blog followers out there! Thank you for your continued support in reading and following my fashion blogs.

 

 

I know it’s no MaxMara but it means your life savings will still be intact and you don’t have to go hungry after this purchase. Think dark blue jeans, white boyfriend shirt and flat ankle boots. One word: Sorted.

I need this. I love this. Let’s hope it doesn’t go bally, eh? Another reason to curl up by the fire and welcome hygge into your gorgeous home.

Eudon Choi’s AW’18 collection from LFW nails it. Knit mix with patent leather in mustard, green and white is your go-to look.

Oversize done brilliantly with Alexander E. Jones. Loving the glimmer of gold glitter. Reminds me of the last of a sunset, just as late Autumn threatens.