When I wrote about Living & Studying in London, Caity also asked about London style & how it differs from the rest of the world. Defining fashion is so difficult, especially when the city is full of such stylish, eccentric & eclectic people!
Being Yourself
London is full of fearless fashionistas who will brave bold, new designs & wear what they like, without a care in the world but it is also full of slaves to the latest trends. Like any place that you go, it’s important to remember to be yourself & not be sucked in by the amazing advertising & flagship stores. If you like something, then wear it— you don’t need anyone else’s approval, which I think is why London is so full of style eye-candy— people just don’t care what anyone else thinks! I’m not saying you have to strive to be different from the ‘norm’— if you want to wear the same jeans that 50% of the ladies out there are wearing, then do it! But do it because you want to.
Defining Your Style
I’ve written about how to define your style before & how difficult it can be. I hate the idea of pigeon-holing myself, as I don’t have one signature style & like to mix things up a little! For that reason, I don’t like to pigeon-hole others either, but walking across the town, you’ll see several different groups of people, that are almost always defined by the clothes that they choose to wear— metallers, punks, 50s/60s inspired looks, trend fashionistas, metrosexuals, tomboys, girly-girls, thrifters & DIY outfits, chavs & townies, sports inspired looks, designer freaks & everything you could possible think of!
Because there’s a wide range of different shops available, you’ll find people wearing every kind of outfit imaginable, so Caity, in answer to your question, London is quite different from smaller towns in the suburbs– but because of this, you can still wear what you like & ‘fit in’, because there’s not one particular style to fit into!
Bring it, ladies!
It’s all well & good writing about fashion, but all the good stuff is in the photos! There are so, SO many stylish ladies out there in London-town (& beyond!) & fortunately for us, they have blogs, so we can see just how amazing they are!
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 Yishyene @ Yishyene
Y does her own thing, keeping herself to herself & posts lovely outfit photos on the regular. There’s not too much about her floating around the internet, but from what I do know, she’s a crazy lady & that sometimes shows in her imaginative outfits! She mixes high-street with vintage pieces & pulls it off amazingly. Think summery skirts & dresses, with pretty shoes. Her style constantly looks so effortless & I only wish I could throw on some clothes & look equally as good! |
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Nikki @ Oh Fab
23, fashion-student-cum-Textiles-teacher & all-round fab gal with immense style. Nikki loves big heels, the colour black & statement jewellery! She’s originally from Wales & brought some of her Welsh charm to London for a while, whilst she studied, but now she’s back in Wales & has dragged some London style back with her. Nikki is on-trend, but always adds her own twist & isn’t adverse to a little DIY! |
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Mademoiselle Robot @ Mademoiselle Robot
30, Vintage Queen, online fashion editor & quirky lady. Mademoiselle Robot is originally from Paris & it shows, in her unique style. She mixes high-street, with designer pieces & hunts down vintage items, while helping you find your own vintage style, through her website. She’s adorably girly, without being pink & sparkly- think big, sexy bows & red lips, big skirts & petticoats & florals. She’s fearless in her fashion & wears anything that pleases her. Vintage jumpsuits? Owl brooches? Deer headband? Nautical inspiration? She’s got it all & she’s proof in the pudding that you don’t have to lose your style as you grow older & have children. |
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Lisa @ Pink-World & The Sassy Minx
30, Agony Aunt, journo-girl & pink-lover. If you hate the colour pink, cuteness & fabulous girlyness, step-away from Lisa Clark! This girl is my cup of tea, & some— sparkles, glitter, pink, stars, quirks & awesomeness! Lisa is a wannabe 60s icon & I don’t think I’ve ever seen a photo of her where she’s not wearing a shade of pink, which in my eyes is a great way to live! She mixes bright colours with her dark hair & clothes, for a look that’s adaptable for fashionistas of any & every age– her style is reflective of her bold personality, & while she’s a positive & happy lady, her girly style will remain! |
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Carrie @ Wish Wish Wish
18, Student & DIY-er extraordinare. Carrie’s style isn’t really my bag a lot of the time, but she does what she does incredibly well! If you like lace, muted colours, bows, skirts, key designer pieces & knitting/sewing your own clothes, Carrie’s your girl & if you haven’t heard of her already, where have you been? |
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11 Comments
THank you so much for the mention X
No worries, lady! & thank you for the tweet. x
Lots of lovely people! Excellent x
Aren’t they just? :)
I love your shop — you have some gorgeous things on there!
Well I feel very special now! Hurrah for me.
& so you should! I hope I didn’t detect any sarcasm ;) & I hope that you’re well, my lovely! x
No sarcasm at all, I am proud of myself! :D
Aww I only just saw this now! I feel so shy but thanks for all your lovely words about me!
I’ve just got back from my holiday and now it’s time to go back to the shithole (work)..haha
PS- i really like your funky makeup from two posts above!
Aw, don’t be shy! Hope you had a good holiday. & thanks for the make-up compliments!
Miss AM – you’ve totes made me blush – I’ve only just found this, thank you, sweet cheeks! Can’t wait to hook up in July – I’m ready for my close up!
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