Month: July 2021

Wedding Season: Five Dress Styles for Bridesmaids & The Guest List

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Weddings are back, and we can’t wait to get all dressed up with somewhere to go! As we’ve spent most of the last year in our loungewear, and we are sure you have too, we wanted to give you some inspiration on what styles to wear with our top five favourites.

From wedding guest list designs that we are swooning over to bridesmaid outfit ideas to fall in love with, our beautiful collection is full of dresses that are made for this wedding season and the next.

 

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1. Dresses that sparkle from head to toe

 

 
 
 

Wondering what to wear to a wedding this season, that you’ll then want to wear again and again? Sequins are at the top of the list! Shimmer all night long in designs that will stay in style for a lifetime.

 
 
 

 

 

2. Shades & shapes that are always on-trend

 

 

Wedding guest outfits ideas are made easy, with hues you’ll love always in silhouettes that are perfect for city and countryside weddings alike. 

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3. Delicate embroidery details that add a special touch

 

 

Embrace embroidery with our beautifully designed dresses made for extra-special events filling up your diary this summer.

 

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4. Colour palettes that make a statement

 

 

Bold shades for summer events are the perfect match, designed in beautiful silhouettes you’ll love too, no matter the season.

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5. Bridesmaid dresses you can mix & match

 

 

Bridesmaid dress ideas aren’t always easy, why not mix & match your bridesmaid dress designs with our new collection, featuring something for everyone!

 

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Here comes the bride…

 

 

We have a beautiful collection of bridal dresses designed in London, for the picturesque day you’ve always dreamed of!

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July: Monsoon’s Journal

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As things start to open back up, we wanted to give you some ideas of what to spend your time doing this July. The sun is (sometimes) shining and weddings/family celebrations are back, so we hope you like our top tips for the month.

 

 

 

Spending the last year or so in mainly loungewear and pyjamas, we’re now excited to dress up and enjoy the summer, and our new collection has the perfect picks for all your newly made plans.

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Theatre shows are opening back up, so now you can watch shows somewhere other than your sofa – and Time Out have helpfully put together the best new shows opening this month.

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This summer take a trip near to home, with amazing places to choose from in the UK. We spoke to Elena Sandor and Martha Ward to hear about their favourite places to visit for some inspiration.

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July is National Ice Cream Month – the perfect excuse to eat ice cream every day! We might even try making some ourselves with recipes from one of our favourite brands, Judes Ice Cream.

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A trip to visit museums and galleries are back too! If you’re not sure what to visit you can find the top ten right here, The Natural History Museum & V&A included.

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Eid Celebrations: Basma Kahie

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Eid celebrations are just around the corner, and with things opening up more and more, we wanted to speak to Basma Kahie about what she will be doing to celebrate this year and what it means to her.

 

How are you celebrating Eid this year?

Eid-ul-Adha is a very important festival for Muslims across the world. So, there’s no doubt that I will be spending my time celebrating and enjoying delicious food with close family and friends at my mum’s garden party she hosts every year.

 

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What occasion piece have you chosen to wear from the Monsoon collection and what do you love about it?

I will be wearing an Abaya which is a traditional Islamic dress for the morning prayer at the mosque.

I also love doing a bit of colour co-ordinating with my girls. So, I have decided that my second outfit will be the pink Cameia satin dress from Monsoon. My daughters will be wearing their matching Aztec frill dresses also from Monsoon which look perfect for the occasion.

 

 

 How have you found the easing of restrictions, and the planning of celebrations in comparison to last year?

Last year’s Eid celebrations were muted due to lockdown restrictions so not much planning went into it which was very out of the ordinary.

Like many celebrations, Eid is a time that brings friends and family together so I’m very glad that we’re able to do that this year.

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Staycation Inspiration: Elena Sandor

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We’re planning sunny staycations this summer and with so many amazing places to choose from in the UK, we have asked Elena Sandor to give us some inspiration on where to go and for her top tips. Accompanied by, of course, what she’s packed in her suitcase.

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This summer we are all about staycations, where is your favourite place to stay in the UK and what do you love about it?

I absolutely love England and I think it’s got so much to offer in terms of travelling treasures! Despite the weather, you can enjoy visiting so many beautiful places, such as the well-known Cotswold, Cornwall, Lake District, and so many other beautiful places.

One of my favourite places in the UK is definitely Cornwall. It does feel like a French coast, with clear azure water, sandy beaches, posh restaurants, gorgeous summer houses and so much entertainment on the way. We’re planning on visiting soon!

 

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What are your top staycation packing tips?

I check the weather daily and come prepared for sunshine and rain, no matter what the prognosis is. Definitely pack a few comfy shorts, t-shirts, long-sleeved jackets, a raincoat, comfy trainers, and also a few going out dresses for dinner. Don’t overly pack but be prepared for each day of your trip with a couple of outfits. Pack your beauty essentials too.

 

 

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What do you love about the Monsoon summer collection, and which is your favourite piece?

I believe this summer collection is so strong! I love the fluid fabrics, the summery patterns, the whites and blues, also the exotic prints! There are pieces for every taste, and I love them all! The new clothes are so functional as well as trendy and they are definitely classics, so you can wear them for years to come. My favourite piece is the navy polka dots jumpsuit. It fits like a glove, the fabric is so soft and breathable, it can be dressed up or down, so you can definitely take it from the beach to dinner!

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