Pippa's Arm Candy Gets It's Own Range..

Ok, so I think it is fair to say that everyone has gone 'Pippa Mad', we all want to know what she is wearing, where she got it, and how can we get the same?! Well as we stated in a recent blog, we are in look as she shops on the high street. We also all know that a girls most treasured possesion is her handbag, all good things are kept there ;) And now we can get one just like Pippa too.

She was recently spotted wearing handbag from little-known high street label, Modalu. The brand have recently revealed that they will be renaming the range of classic arm candy after her, as she is their most famous fan. The bag sold out on their website straight after Pippa was spotted with it. Although the 'Pippa' is sold out, they will be reissuing her shark grey medium grab bag under it's new name. 

Until next time, Flutterby x x 

Neola Boutique Launches New Online Store..

Need an online fashion fix girls? We have found your answer.

Neola.ie is the next online fashion company waiting to take Irelands web scene by storm. They really are your one stop fashion shop with lots of your favourite brands all in one place and sure with just a few clicks away, what else would you need! They offer free next day delivery, stocking brands like Ugg, French Connection and Ted Baker. Their prices are totally affordable, I've noticed there French Connection is 10%-20% cheaper than if you buy directly in-store with French Connection themselves. This to me is heaven, great brands, great prices, excellent customer service and free next day delivery, sure why go anywhere else?

Neola.ie is a 100% Irish owned company, which is what we always like to here ladies. They are based in Ireland with two stores, one in Malahide and one in Dundalk. They also have a website, which always us woman nationwide to enjoy some retail therapy in the comfort of their own home, at the click of a button. So I'm sure your all wondering what else can you find in this store? Aswel as Ted Baker, Ugg and French Connection, they stock Guess Handbags, Hunter Wellies, Miss Sixty, Diesel, Hunter Jeans, 7 for All Man Kind, Fornarina, Odd Molly and so much more. The full list can be found on www.neola.ie you can find them on Twitter, and Facebook.

Believe me ladies, you will be hooked and won't leave empty handed. Log on now, just make sure to have the cards at the ready ;) 

Until next time, Flutterby x 

Best and Worst Dressed At This Year's Bafta Awards..

This year's Bafta TV Awards was certainly a fashion brigade. Stars from all over came out to show off their stunning gowns and of course collect there awards ;) There were sequins, jewels, lace and bright colours. Let's have a look at Flutterby's best and worst dressed..

The Best...

Cat Deeley Stole The Show in Elegant Lace

Jenny Falconer, stunning. 

The Tointon Sister's.

Louie Spence

Louise Redknapp

And our least favourite.. 

Gillian Anderson, I think the pink was a little too much 

Tracey Emin

Alex Kingston. 

Until next time, Flutterby x

Pippa Wears High Street Too..

Pippa Middleton stole the show at this years big event, The Royal Wedding. She has rapidly become a fashionista in the eyes of us all. We all want to see what she is wearing, and where she got it. The good news is girls, she shops on the high street too, so we can afford to be just like her and have a little bit of a royal feel to our step.. ;)

The sister's both wearing Zara. 

She was recently spotted leaving wedding hotel in a high street blazer from Zara, she teamed it with a pair of white skinny jeans and a fresh face.

She also loves French Connection, wearing a pretty pink dress with a Marks and Spencer navy trench.

Pippa is definitely a girl after our own hearts, here at Flutterby we love her style and she is surely one to watch this year.

Her sis, Kate is also a fan wearing an elegant Zara dress with a pair of black wedges. Perfect for any Princess ;)

Until next time, Flutterby x 

Cheryl Regains Her Fashion Title..

After Cheryl's first day at the auditions where she caused a few raised eyebrow's over her big hair and colour blocking trend. She is back, the fashionista we know and love. The US X Factor auditions have now moved to Chicago. She wore a back and white polka dot Sonia Rykiel shift dress which can be found on asos.com. She teamed this with a pair of dotty wedges. Her hair was in a relaxad upstyle and she wore bright red nails. Paula Abdul unfortunately failed to impress teaming two prints together, floral and leopard. We think Cheryl won this one ;) 

Dress available on asos.com

Until next time, Flutterby x 

Get Pippa's Dress For Less..

Since the Royal Wedding, I don't think I have heard of anyone who didn't like the stunning dress worn by Pippa Middleton, and I know all of you blushing brides to be out there would love one just like it. We do not all have the luxury of being able to afford an Alexander McQueen gown as much as we all wish. There is good new girls though, you can get the dress for less. Motasem's Alaya dress, designed by Sabina Ali has been a bestseller for the past two years. Both dresses are very similar with a look of pure elegance. I don't think I have ever seen a gown as stunning as Pippa's was on the day. It is the perfect dress for a romantic church wedding or whatever else tickles your fancy ;) It is 100% silk costs £695 which works out at about 780e, and it is delivered within 5 weeks.

The dress for less. 

This simple dress, can be teamed with the bare minimum of accessories. It is elegant enough on it's own. 

Until next time, Flutterby x

This Season's Most Wanted Accessories..

What is the Summer without big shades, bangles and accessories? That's right ladies, no Summer at all. I'm sure you are all wondering what are the must haves this year. Update your wardrobe with statement pieces. Chunky jewelry is all in. And as we know 'Colour Blocking' is this season's biggest trend so clash your accessories. Take colour blocking to a new level. Go for something like a pop colour with your bag, try a purple or blue. It will go with everything. And when it comes to your sunnies, the bigger the better..

All items are available at topshop.com

Until next time, Flutterby x 

Diana Vickers Launches Own Clothing Range...

X factor star Diana Vickers has launched her long awaited clothing range 'Dee V'. It is a new retro line for very.co.uk, the range is very 60's inspired. Vickers describes it as "fun with a sophisticated twist, and full of unique prints with gorgeous colours". She finds it important that people see her when they see the collection. She also tweeted her thanks for the support she has gotten for it already.

Her collection ranges in prices from £20 to £99 (so still a bargain when converted to euros ladies). Very.co.uk are delighted to have Diana on board and feel her collection is going to be a big hit with their customers. I think I have to agree, I love the vintage feel and and think that is screams Diana. 

She is one of the most unique and stylish celebs out there, I love her style and think she is one to watch ;)

Until next time, Flutterby x 

Exclusive Interview With Singer/Songwriter Keith Cullen..

Dublin born, Keith Cullen is a singer, songwriter and musician who loves to perform. At an early age, his parents introduced him to music genres as diverse as Frank Sinatra to rock , pop and the classic 80’s & 90′s. His home was always filled with sounds that shaped a generation and have influenced his music style. From a young age Keith loved to perform on the stage and appeared in many travelling musicals across Ireland. At the age of 18 he was accepted into the London school of performing arts, however after leaving school with dreams of persuing a music career those dreams were put on hold as Keith launched his own successful business.

However the allure of music remained strong and was reignited when he teamed up with fellow singer/ songwriter and producer JJ Daly in 2009, together they spent 8 months in the studio recording Keith’s debut album. When asked to describe the album, he says that he is really proud of the finished piece and can’t wait for people to hear it. He says that there is not a typical box that this album fits into. It’s music that I really believe in and came from no tricks no gimmicks, just great melodies and big vocals, and he is really excited to perform these live. 

1. What was your childhood dreams?

My childhood dream was always music related, at an early age I was involved in musicals and toured the country up and down. It was a big goal of mine to perform as a solo artist and create a sound for myself that could make an impact!

 2. How did you get into the business?

Through sheer hard work and determination, vision and not taking no for an answer I now have a team of people around me who believe in my music and work endlessly to promote my career.

3. What and who are you inspirations?

Songs and voices that can stand the test of time and that can touch people are my inspiration! Classics that never get old that you can listen to over and over , one of my songwriting heroes is Ryan Tedder from One republic who songs are incredible (He recently wrote for Adeles new album "21")

4. What are your hopes and plans for the future?

I have just released my debut single and video "Losing My Way" and just finished supporting Shayne Ward. Check out www.kcmusic.ie for all latest news,blogs and gigs.You can also check me out on facebook and twitter/keithcullen

5. Have you an album coming out?

My debut album is called "Step into the light" I spent 8 months in the studio and am very proud of the end result cant wait to share it with everybody - you can listen to the album sampler on my website www.kcmusic.ie.

Until next time, Flutterby x 

SJP To Have Her Own 'Fashion' Reality Tv Show..

Our fave Sex and The City girl is set to ditch the high life as an actress and have her own reality show. After her stint on project runway in 2007 she is said to have loved it and now wants her own fashion show. She apparently asked American Idol's Ryan Seacrest to host it. As if watching Carrie Bradshaw wasn't enough, we will now get to delve into SJP's wardrobe. Here at Flutterby, we can't wait. She was recently spotted at the Cannes Film Festival wearing Elie Saab and of course looking as stylish as ever. Let's hope her show does go ahead, we can't wait to tune in!

Carrie Bradshaw's Closet ..

And again.. 

Until next time, Flutterby x

Kim Kardashian - Behind the scenes..

Check out Kim K's new behind the scenes pictures with mom Kris for her new Sketchers campaign. She as always looks gorgeous. I have to say I'm not the biggest fan of sketchers but Kim makes them look wearable ;) Maybe we will all now be investing in a pair..

Until next time, Flutterby x 

Photo credits: Nick Saglimbeni

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW AND COMPETITION WITH IRISH DESIGNER BONZIE..

Bonzie Crotty is one of Ireland's best known designers. Bonzie is an Independent Irish design label with a romantic vintage appeal. It is quickly becoming Europe's must have fashion brand, utilising modern technologies and centuries old techniques. Each piece is hand crafted at Bonzie's purpose built studios, using hand picked sumptuous textiles that are sourced from the finest mills around the World. The label is set by Aunt and Niece duo, design guro's, Yvonne and Ger who work hand in hand to achieve the looks of some of the most unique and amazing pieces. 

At Flutterby, we had to find out all about Bonzie.. We couldn't resist asking the questions I'm sure you are all dying to hear..

1. What were your childhood dreams?
As a child I always knew that I wanted to be an artist. I didn't realize at that age that it was specifically in the fashion industry, however my sister has fond memories of me creating a wardrobe by hand using curtain scraps at home for her extensive Barbie collection! (Apparently I didn't own a Barbie but I was always happy to be clothing them!) An early indicator no doubt!

2. How did you get into the business?
I studied Art and Design in NCAD, Dublin. During my time there I chose to specialize in Fashion Design and I never looked back. A tutor on staff warned us as 1st year students that if any of us were to decide on Fashion as a career then we must be prepared to eat, sleep and breathe it! (I now know that to be very true!) It's a challenging job and you must be prepared to give it a lot of passion and tenacity however it's also a very rewarding career.

3. Who are your inspirations? 
My business partner, Ger and I are both really inspired by period costume. Our designs have a really romantic aesthetic and we both draw on the Victorian style clothing to inspire elements and base the silohuette on. Bonzie has a time worn aesthetic so basically anything antiquated or nostalgic works for us!

3. How do you keep up with the current trends?
I would have to say that we intentionally don't!! Bonzie is an artisan brand and our currency is Romance. We deal in lace, frills, pearls and tulle with a smidge of fairy dust! Trends are set by couture designers and high street buyers. It is our hope that our work is more than distinctive and has a character of it's own as opposed to feeding from the trend trench. That said we are very lucky that the current trend for Vintage fashion and accessories just happens to embrace our own style of work too!

4. What are your hopes and plans for the future? 
Big plans, big hopes for Bonzie. I think we are both total dreamers at heart so we are always looking for the next opportunity, the next project, event to get involved in. We have recently moved into a new premises on Herietta St, Waterford, where Bonzie is available for the first time and our studio's are open to the public. Prior to this we were predominantly online so we are now in a position to meet clients personally and engage with our customers one on one! It's a really special process.

So there you have it ladies, Bonzie is very much the one and only unique and leading antique brand. Bonzie also picked up an award at this year's Irish Fashion Awards, organised by Faye Dinsmore for Ireland Most Influential Designer in Fashion!

Now, how can you WIN this exclusive piece? The stunning, Coquette Ruffled Scarf is up for grabs. All you have to do to win is tell us why you deserve this piece the most and the outfit you would wear it with. This scarf is perfect addition to a simple jacket or coat. The abundance of romantic ruffles adds a designer finish to even the simplest of outfits. So girls, what would you team it up with?

The piece up for grab's worn by Fade Streets Danielle Robinson.

All entries must be sent to flutterbyfashionstyling@gmail.com, with your full name and contact details. Best of luck to all. Competition ends May 23rd.

Until next time, Flutterby x