ZsuZsi Says...

On my Christmas List - Guy Bourdin

2011-11-20T10:03:00.001Z

One of my favourite photographers, in book form. Hopefully Santa will have got my list...

Kisses, ZZ xx

Versace for H&M

2011-11-15T21:02:00.001Z

Though not my style, I have to say the giant handbag advertisement on my morning stroll to work (in grizzly November weather...) for Versace's new collection for H&M did put a smile on my face...

Kisses, ZZ xx

Country Style in the City...

2011-10-15T16:50:00.001+01:00

Despite living in the Big Smoke as it's lovingly (?!) referred to, my housemate decided to start a vegetable patch in our garden. A year or so later, check out the results!

We even have our very own homegrown Halloween pumpkin! Thanks Rob! :)

Kisses, ZZ xx

Mini Adventure!

2011-10-05T17:14:00.002+01:00

I have just returned from a very relaxing & fun filled mini adventure where my companion & I explored the beautiful city of Bristol, followed by sampling the many delights Cornwall has to offer (including lots of pasties, cream teas & cider!) whilst we basked in beautiful sunshine - very rare for this time of year in the UK but no complaints here!

Anyway, here are a few photies I took along the way......

Kisses, ZsuZsi xx

Gorgeous Gorillas

2011-09-20T19:28:00.001+01:00

How delighted was I when these gorgeous specimens turned up on my usual stroll to work?!

All were painted by Nicole Antrobus in aid of a charity auction for Bristol Zoo.

Kisses, ZZ xx

Golden Autumn

2011-09-19T18:47:00.001+01:00

Glorious autumn sunshine...

Kisses, ZZ xx

Matthew Williamson

2011-09-19T12:36:00.007+01:00

I have to say I'm not usually into Matthew Williamson - it's too girly for me sometimes with all the floral prints - but I love this. The colours are amazing and would look so good with a golden tan in the summer time... Bring on the sunshine!

Kisses, ZZ xx

New Boots!

2011-09-15T17:38:00.002+01:00

Here are my new boots the autumn! Soo cute!

www.office.co.uk

Kisses, ZZ xx

That Autumn Feeling...

2011-09-05T17:30:00.004+01:00

As the night's grow darker earlier and I watch the blustering trees outside the window as I type, I am starting to feel what I haven't ever felt before...I think I may actually like Autumn.

Walking to work today I admired the bronze and gold leaves swirling across the floor around my feet and liked the feel of the wind through my hair as I picked up the pace (I was little late...) All this and thoughts of hot chocolate, red wine, curling up with a good book (the genre du jour is crime...) and of course the cosy cardigans and chunky wooly scarfs I am now itching to run out and buy...

Next, I will start appreciating *winter* Hmm...once step at a time perhaps...

Kisses, ZZ xx

Graze

2011-09-01T21:10:00.001+01:00

Delivered straight to my desk - my personalised 'nibble box' from Graze. All very healthy & natural... Ooft, get me!

The best part?! It was free!

Go to www.graze.com for your free sample.

Kisses, ZZ xx

Cute Cardigans!

2011-08-31T19:39:00.001+01:00

As summer seems to have evaded us this year, the only thing cheering me up is Autumn's new influx of cute cardigans. Think a little shopping trip maybe in order........

Knitted Sheep Jaquard Cardigan, £65. Topshop.

Kisses, ZZ xx

To Faux or not to Faux

2010-10-03T19:30:00.006+01:00

Hmmm....I'm debating a faux fur jacket........this makes me think
Y E S .........

Kisses, ZZ xx

Eat Pray Love

2010-09-26T16:52:00.006+01:00

...and whilst we are on the subject of sweet things, check out Eat Pray Love.

Based on the much loved book, it is heart warming story of finding yourself again. Julia Roberts plays Liz who travels the world searching for a purpose and herself after a painful divorce.

Get lost in the beautiful scenery and even more beautiful men - swoon - my personal favourite country? Bali. My personal favourite man? James Franco who plays David.

The perfect escapism film.

Enjoy!

Kisses, ZZ xx

COX COOKIES & CAKE

2010-09-26T16:24:00.006+01:00

So the master shoe maker Patrick Cox has decided to turn his creative genius to the world of baked goods. And my lord, I'm glad he did!

Teaming up with master patissier, Frenchman Eric Lanlard, the pair combine delicious recipes with novel twists, such as the Pop Cake above, a sumptious combination of vanilla sponge with a blueberry compote centre with special attention paid to the staff's dress - leather aprons and balck jeans anyone? Well, he is a designer afterall...

Check it out in their Soho shop or have them delivered!

www.coxcookiesandcake.com

Kisses, ZZ xx

Glastonbury 2010

2010-08-30T19:51:00.012+01:00

Late after some technical issues but better late than never, here are some memories from an epic, glorious weekend...

Ellie Goulding on the John Peel Stage

Sasha on The Glade Stage

I Heart Mum @ Glasto

DJ A Skillz @ Cube Henge

The legendary Stevie Wonder on The Pyramid Stage...

Beautiful Start to the Day...

2010-08-11T18:47:00.004+01:00

Glasto Outfit Numero 1...

2010-05-19T22:51:00.002+01:00

So the first outfit for Glasto has been procured!

Cute floral vintage style dress and a vintage bag I picked up at Bethnal Green Vintage Fair...

Excitement levels off the chart!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Bethnal Green's Affordable Vintage Fair

2010-05-09T20:19:00.008+01:00

My amazing glittery strawberry cupcake

Feeling super tired today after a great day of vintage shopping at a Vintage Fair I am knew to - Bethnal Green's Affordable Vintage Fair.

And it literally was just that - a bargain-fest (you have to hunt, but that's half the fun...!) Not only was it a treasure trove of goodies, but it also had tea and cake, served in vintage cups and saucers, for when you need a much deserved rest from all that hunting.

Will definitely be keeping an ear out for the next.

Kisses, ZZ xx

www.vintagefair.co.uk

Coachella '10

2010-05-07T23:33:00.007+01:00

My favourite festival, Coachella, has come round so quickly, but hasn't failed me with some seiously cool looks, including the fresh new Agy. After her revealing her new religious, clean lifestyle, she was back with her London style, complete with her newly shaven head...

Others in the celeb-fest world that seemed to dominate the festival's headlines included fellow Londoner Daisy Lowe; my fave, Alexa Chung; Katy Perry pulling off some serious racy numbers (not my idea of festival fashion but each to their own...); Kate Bosworth; Beyonce and Jay-Z looking hot.

Here is just a small selection of some of these stylish fellows...

Kisses, ZZ xx

Festival Fever Rocks Again!

2010-05-07T23:21:00.006+01:00

Get those laid back looks ready, festival fever has come round again.

I'm off to Glasto this year (first-timer...) and literally couldn't be more excited and not just for the tunes.

Get inspiration from the coolest festival around, Coachella, (see my next post) and get stock up on those one-off vintage pieces to look fabulous - with, or without your wellies! Well, it is still Britain...

Mix this seasons chilled out tee maxi dresses, like this Warehouse number, £25, with some vintage pieces from ZsuZsi Boutique and get ready to rock this year's hottest festivals.

Kisses, ZZ xx

www.warehouse.co.uk

Beautiful Noise

2010-04-12T21:47:00.003+01:00

"Filled with shoegazer, bedroom electro, ambient, chillwave, dreampop, and dance. Hosted by Tennessee Loveless out in Los Angeles, CA"

A friend of mine passed this gem of a musical wonder onto me a while ago now and I have recently rediscovered it on an old hard drive.

The new Chill Pill Anniversary download is a particular favourite, just the right side of chill, without the sleep part. More like a vivid dream...

Enjoy.

BEAUTIFUL NOISE BROADCAST

Kisses, ZZ xx

Converse All Star Light Oxford

2010-03-30T21:46:00.001+01:00

My new object of affection...

Spring Time!

2010-02-24T22:16:00.005Z

So today I felt a change in the weather. Still damp and grey, but a distinct mildness that is giving me hope for Spring. At last.

So in honour of the change, I've been wearing some pretty pastel nail polish. A fresh mint colour. And apparently Alexa and Leigh feel the same.

Ah...here comes Spring!

Kisses, ZZ xxx

Veolia Environnement - Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2010

2010-02-06T17:39:00.007Z

Leopard Descending - Ajit K Hullgol (India)

Deer in the grove of giants - Floris van Breugel (USA)

The lone fir - Thomas Haney (USA)

A nice thing to do on a bleary eyed Sunday afternoon, be blown away by some pretty amazing photography.

In this scenario, we are talking about Veolia Environnement - Wildlife Photography of the Year 2010 at the National History Museum a few weekends ago.

Picked from 43,000 images and embodying the most inspiring and innovative shots of nature at it's best is enough to make you want to buy an SLR and give it a go yourself. Maybe just me.

My favourites above include: deers amongst Giant Sequoias in California's Sequoia National Park; a leopard running the length of a tree at super speed and a haunting image of a lonely Fir tree to demonstrate the effects of extensive logging in the Pacific Northwest.

Check out: http://www.nhm.ac.uk/visit-us/whats-on/temporary-exhibitions/wpy/index.jsp or have a wander around.

Kisses, ZZ xx

Dazzling

2009-12-29T22:15:00.002Z

Beautiful

2009-10-02T18:05:00.004+01:00

Gorgeous skirt and beautiful drape on Stylesight.

Luckily I've seen some similar styles in H&M...

Check it out at: http://www.stylesightings.com/index.php/2009/10/02/details/

Kisses, ZZ xx

Loving Luella...

2009-09-23T17:58:00.006+01:00

So Luella's showing in London again. And what a difference a town makes!

Less fussy than before but somehow so beautiful Spring '10 is inspired by 'mid-sixities Sunday-best' according to Style.com which I am coming across more and more as I see the new collections. Think (500) Days of Summer with a gorgeous palette of pastels and cheerful brights.

Definitely off to track down some vintage 60's numbers before they all go!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Top Knot(ch)

2009-09-15T18:36:00.004+01:00

American Apparel Daily Blog Feature

Marc Jacobs - S/S '10

I stumbled upon top knots a while ago but they actually seem to be having their moment seen here at Marc Jacobs for his Spring '10 Collection but is seen here in the AA blog I think it's actually a wearable, cool look - in a hipster way.

Hmm...

Kisses, ZZ xx

(500) Days of Summer

2009-09-15T14:20:00.001+01:00

ZsuZsi's Seven Day 70% OFF End of Summer Spectacular ENDS MIDNIGHT TONIGHT!

2009-09-13T11:54:00.002+01:00

This is your last chance, don't miss out!

Check out: www.zsuzsiboutique.co.uk

Kisses, ZZ xx

ZsuZsi's Seven Day 70% OFF End of Summer Spectacular ENDS TOMORROW!

2009-09-12T17:27:00.003+01:00

Don't miss out!

Check out www.zsuzsuboutique.co.uk for some amazing vintage treats!

Kisses, ZZ xx

ZsuZsi's Seven Day 70% OFF End of Summer Spectacular!

2009-09-07T16:28:00.005+01:00

Grey days are coming, jumpers and cardigans are hitting the shops...

BUT:

There is hope!

Cheer yourself up with some vintage bargains for ZsuZsi's Seven Day End of Summer Spectacular! From today, accessorise yourself with our range of up to 70% OFF handbags, scarves and jewellery!

Ends this Sunday - don't miss out!

Check them out at: www.zsuzsiboutique.co.uk

Kisses, ZZ xx

K.T.Z. for EDIT

2009-09-03T15:29:00.010+01:00

KTZ bauble dress, £240

I came across this amazing number whilst scanning the latest issue of Time Out where it mentioned K.T.Z. (stands for Kokon To Zai) are part of the next EDIT boutique (they also took part in the previous one) popping up in Topshop's flagship store on Oxford Street.

A-M-A-Z-I-N-G.

The rest of the A/W '09 Collection is pretty spectacular too, with A/W trends a-hoy including thigh high boots (though a lot more raw and edgy than it's RTW counterparts), plenty of embellishment (incl. a cape version of the dress, above), and a grunge edge described by the designer, Marjan Pejoski as simply:

'Future/Ghost/Tribal/Afrika'.

Check out the rest of the collection at: http://www.kokontozai.co.uk/

Kisses, ZZ xx

LFW: The Brits Return

2009-09-03T14:58:00.005+01:00

Burberry, Matthew Williamson, Antonio Berardi, Pringle... just a few of the names helping to mark the 25th Anniversary of London Fashion Week by making a return home.

For Burberry, in particular, it marks the first year since Christopher Bailey took over the helm as Creative Director in 2001 that they'll show in London. As he puts it to Hilary Alexander for The Telegraph, "...it was a gut instinct. It’s the 25th anniversary, films are being made, art, theatre and design are buzzing, they’re planning the Olympics. London is the place to be right now."

“This is a big deal for me and for Burberry. We’re the biggest luxury fashion company in the UK and here we are, we’re home.”

This is going to be good...

Kisses, ZZ xx

Tavi

2009-08-26T23:40:00.004+01:00

I know how much attention Tavi Williams (a.k.a. Style Rookie) the 13 yr old blogger is now getting but I heard about her a while ago and am just surprised how she's suddenly a sensation. Everywhere. Of course on LOVE magazine, now Dasha Zhukova's first edition of POP and Vogue have pinned her as part of the new 'Front-Row Faces'. Not bad for a 13 yr old from Chicago.

Being a 'dork' - officially rocks.

Kisses, ZZ xx

More Vintage Alexa

2009-08-20T17:57:00.005+01:00

I know Alexa's popped up on ZsuZsi Says... now a few too many times but I couldn't resist mentioning just how stunning she looks at The September Issue Premiere in vintage.

Mild obsession...? I shall try keep it to myself from now on...

Kisses, ZZ xx

Mint Velvet

2009-08-17T11:17:00.004+01:00

The news has come about that the owners of Principles have set up a new womenswear brand - 'Mint Velvet' which according to yet to be launched website is '...an exciting new womenswear retailer...offering affordable, modern, relaxed yet glamorous clothes that reflect their lifestyle.'

The launch is scheduled online and in store for mid October '09.

Though I'm sure there will be obvious differences, I had a fondness of the Principles casual elegance and great design and will be interested to see if the new range will bare any similarities.

For more info check out the site: Mint Velvet

Kisses, ZZ xx

Playing at being cute!

2009-08-16T22:38:00.004+01:00

Playsuit, Topshop Boutique, £45

This is THE cutest playsuit I have seen!

Want!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Re:fresh for summer

2009-08-13T14:06:00.003+01:00

I love this combination I stumbled upon on Stylesight - so relaxed and fresh for a chilled out summer.

Kisses, ZZ xx

For more Copenhagen streetstyle check out: Stylesight

Fashion's Night Out - 10th Sept '09

2009-08-11T16:47:00.003+01:00

Vogue - fashion's most influential publication - has come up with a fabulous idea to lift all our spirits and to celebrate the feel-good factor of shopping and best news of all: they have all our favourite brands on board!

For one night only, in central London and across the world, high-street stores, boutiques, department stores and leading designer brands will be joining together to offer a special shopping night.

On 10th September is 'Fashion's Night Out' where stores not only across London but in 13 other shopping destinations around the world, will host their own tailored special events with celebrity and designer's appearances and the Vogue team right in the mist of proceeding offering advice and fashion advice to anyone who'll listen!

They've also designed a limited addition Tee for the occasion with all proceedings going to Crisis, the UK charity for the homeless.

Lets all join in the fun!

For a full list of brands check out: http://www.vogue.co.uk/fashionsnightout/retailer-information.aspx

Kisses, ZZ xx

The Noisettes

2009-08-11T16:17:00.005+01:00

The Noisettes - definitely my sound of the summer and Shingai Shoniwa, vocalist and bass player, has arisen as something of a style icon in her own right.

My fave track right now: Wild Young Hearts

Check it out!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Henry for Polly...

2009-08-05T09:58:00.006+01:00

Henry Holland, the edgy London designer, has collaborated with Pretty Polly by designing a range exclusively for Selfridges featuring sheer and opaque fabrics in a combination of vibrant colours and quirky designs as well as black - so there really isn't a reason not to have some!

There is nothing easier than adding some patterned, bright or even embellished hosiery - as seen at Bebaroque - to an outfit to instantly give it a lift - perfect to cheer us up as we head into Autumn.

The range is available from Selfridges launching in-store Thursday 13th August.
Check them out!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Viv Does Stamps...

2009-08-04T23:02:00.003+01:00

Vivienne Westwood limited edition range of postage stamp pendants...

Each is adorned with a unique design depicting the city is represents from London, Milan to Seoul and only 300 will be produced.

Need...want...

Kisses, ZZ xx

Source: Dazed Digital

ZsuZsi Boutique's SUMMER SALE!

2009-08-04T09:04:00.004+01:00

Summer is here...?

Well not quite judging by the weather we've been having!

So why not cheer yourself up with some vintage bargains with ZsuZsi Boutique's SUMMER SALE! Up to 50% OFF AND FREE DELIVERY!

What are you waiting for?!

Here's to some sunshine!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Lily for Chanel

2009-07-28T13:26:00.005+01:00

I would be the first to say I never know quite how to take Lily Allen. The chav look in a ballgown and trainers anyone? But I have to say even i'm impressed with the new campaign for Chanel's new A/W '10 ‘Coco Cocoon' line shot by Karl Lagerfeld which takes inspiration from Old Hollywood - with Lily doing a mean impression of Audrey! And pulling it off.

Is Lily finally becoming a lady? Time will tell...

Kisses, ZZ xx

A Sartorial Showcase

2009-07-27T11:25:00.003+01:00

When news first came about of the first book of the fashion blog phenomenon that is The Sartorialist, the man himself, Scott Schuman, announced he wanted it to be 'a beautiful showcase for my images'.

Indeed, according to those in the know, it is - saying not only is it an inspiration but actually a good read too.

It's UK release date is September - can't wait!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Perfecto!

2009-07-27T10:49:00.004+01:00

This September at Colette Paris sees the reinvention of the 'Perfecto' - otherwise known as the Biker Jacket, which is most commonly associated with first of all biker bad boys Marlon Brando and James Dean in the 50's but which has been about since 1928 when it was first introduced by Schott NYC.

Now the staple of any fashionista with an edge, including our very own Kate Moss and Alexa Chung, it is having a makeover with a host of new materials and interpretations courtesy of some of the most influential designers around including: Gareth Pugh; William Rast and Yves Saint Laurent for men with Balmain; Hussein Chalayan and Louise Gray amongst others for women.

Also available will be two limited edition pairs of shoes inspired by the Perfecto and designed by the original French ballet shoes company Repetto, which are exclusively at Colette from September.

Kisses, ZZ xx

Source and Image: Dazed Digital

The September Issue

2009-07-27T10:22:00.002+01:00

Alexa in the Big Apple...

2009-07-21T17:47:00.006+01:00

After stumbling upon Alexa's photo and hearing of her move to New York, I checked out her Twitter to see what the gossip was on the other side of the pond, in my favourite city. Turns out last night she was DJ-ing at a party hosted by Creation Recreation to celebrate their spring '10 collection at the Cooper Hotel penthouse with 180-degree view of Manhattan's skyline. Sounds good to me.

According to Refinery29 she ended up dancing the Twist with her friend, Mark Ronson's new girlfriend, Tennesse Thomas, before later handing over the decks to dance to Blur.

Now jealously checking out the photos!

I heart NYC

Kisses, ZZ xx

For more gossip check out: http://pipeline.refinery29.com/parties/alexa_tennessee_and_alexandra.php

Vintage Alexa

2009-07-21T15:34:00.007+01:00

I love this photo of Alexa I found on Twitter.

She says it herself, 'Film is rad. Digital sucks. Look it's the 1970's.'

Don't get me wrong, as much as I NEED a SLR more than anything right now, there is something so captivating about old photos. One of my favourite photographs is one of my dad in the 70's...if I could only find it!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Check out the rest of her profile on Twitter: http://twitter.com/alexa_chung

The How to Guide to: The Sartorialist

2009-07-14T14:14:00.009+01:00

This is brilliant. The girls over at Rerfinery29 certainly are cheeky but actually quite clever.

See if you can test it next time he's in town!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Check out the full flow chart: http://pipeline.refinery29.com/street_seen/get_shot_by_sartorialist.php

24 Hour Party People

2009-07-14T09:22:00.005+01:00

It's the 80's. It's New York. It's all about the parties filled with jetsetters and club kids alike and this month Steven Meisel recreates the scene for Vogue Italia. Although the last few seasons have seen a lot of 80's references, there is something so vibrant and lighthearted and fresh about it.

Enjoy!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Emma for Burberry..?

2009-07-13T21:03:00.004+01:00

Emma Watson for Burberry..?

Just me or does she look like an overstyled child?

Kisses, ZZ xx

R.I.P. Michael Jackson

2009-06-26T20:42:00.003+01:00

So shocked and so sad.

Whatever comes about now, no doubt many stories, the man was an absolute legend.

R.I.P. King of Pop.

Kisses, ZZ xx

Wishing for a festival...

2009-06-23T20:52:00.005+01:00

Oasis Fringed Across The Body Bag - £40My Personal Fave - Levi's Studded Waistcoast - £90

Warehouse Skinny Long Shorts - £30

SOOO wanted to go to a festival this year but as ever funds are limited and other things got in the way! Always next year I suppose.

Wasn't so keen on the line up at Glasto this year compared to previous years anyway so plan is: SAVE and go next year when the sun will be shining and the line up is the best there ever has been? Oui?

Oh, the power of positive thinking...

Meanwhile I shall mostly be checking out some 'festival chic' as it were.

Kisses, ZZ xx

Arnhem: Fashion's new buzz

2009-06-12T19:39:00.010+01:00

Klavers van Engelen
photographed by Mirjam Boekholt

With fashion's addiction to the new and innovative, it is only ever a matter of time before the next up and coming fashion destination is discovered and alas it is the quirky little city of Arnhem in the Netherlands.

Home to a prestigious Art Academy ArtEZ (of which Viktor & Rolf are among the Alumni) although off the radar until now, the city has been host to the Arnhem Mode Biënnale. The event takes place every two years, with this being the third and the biggest yet, setting the scene for Arnhem to take it's place as fashion's new hub of inspiration with big names such as Martin Margiela, Hussein Chalayan, Balenciaga and of course Viktor & Rolf all contributing key pieces as well as nuturing it's own talent in the form of Dutch creatives such as Klavers van Engelen (pictured above).

Definitely keeping my eye on this little city!

Kisses, ZZ xx

SHAPE Arnhem Mode Biënnale, June 6th - July 6th 2009

http://www.arnhemmodebiennale2009.com/read/en

'Unseen' - Guy Bourdin @ The Wapping Project

2009-06-02T18:05:00.004+01:00

Having been a fan of Guy Bourdin for a while now I was super excited to come across a new exhibition of some of the late Parisien's work at the Wapping Project in London, which I checked out yesterday. It was one of the best exhibitions I've been to.

Faux grass, bare brick walls and lights off aside from that shining out behind each of the 32 pieces' frames set the scene for a mixture of fashion editorials, adverts and private commissions to be displayed larger than they have been before as well as being made from the original transparencies by legendary New York printer Pascal Dangin - altogether creating even more striking images. Famous for the contraversial content of his pieces, as much as the vibrant colour and unique composition, the most impressive part is that all of them were created well before the age of digital photography.

Spectacular!

Unseen Guy Bourdin is at the Wapping Project 9 May - 4 July 2009

thewappingproject.com

Kisses ZZ xx

Oasis Goes Graduate...

2009-05-22T10:10:00.004+01:00

Heather Reid

Sarah Bird

Claire Caudwell

I've always been a believer in supporting Graduate collections, after all, they are the designers with literally no design constraints and little resources so depend a lot of the time on pure creativity resulting in sometimes very interesting and innovative ideas.

Oasis have now realised the same and have introduced three Graduate designs into their new collection. The three designers come in the form of:

Heather Reid: A Graduate of Northumbria University Heather took inspiration from the Royal Botanic Gardens and combined it with her love of print and embellishment to create her design.

Sarah Bird: A Graduate of Bucks New University Sarah used her love of floral photography and traditional cross stitch techniques to create her design for Oasis.

Claire Caudwell: A Graduate of a Nottingham Trent University, Claire was inspired by the colours of Kandinsky and a love of photography to create her exclusive design for Oasis.

All in all a promising start to young careers.

Kisses, ZZ xx

ZsuZsi Goes International!

2009-05-19T17:41:00.002+01:00

ZsuZsi Boutique has had it's first International order!

Amsterdam.

Next stop: The World!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Our Prague Romance...

2009-05-19T14:52:00.013+01:00

Prague Castle

Petrin Hill and Petrin Tower

Brunch at Cukrkavalimonada

Bakehouse Praha - Yummy baked goods and coffee

Loreto

Paul Cerny's 'Piss' Sculpture

I have been sorely neglecting (most of) my duties in recent weeks - the usual excuses i'm afraid - more time is needed!

So to make up for it I'll let you know what I have been up to, beginning with a little weekend break to Prague as a surprise gift to a friend which ended up being just the most romantic and perfect weekends i've ever had.

It couldn't really help being romantic in Prague with all it's architecture and cute cafes and little cosy restaurants. Helped that the sun shone the whole time too as well as that the time of year meant it wasn't too packed with the usual tourists and rowdy stag parties. Perfect.

Here are some photos of our little getaway...

Kisses, ZZ xx

Coachella '09

2009-04-21T10:56:00.007+01:00

Coachella. Style heaven. I look forward to it every year just for the style.

This year included the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, M.I.A. and White Lies and the usual celebs including Agyness Deyn and Chloe Sevigny and of course many, many stylish people...

Here's just some...

Kisses, ZZ xx

forwardforward.com

2009-04-15T11:30:00.004+01:00

Alexander Wang

Acne Jeans

Henrik Vibskov

Yigal Azrouel

Just stumbled upon forwardforward.com which 'specialises in emerging designers and progressive collections', including Alexander Wang's Spring 09 collection, definitely one of my favourite collections of the season.

Other labels I am loving are: Acne Jeans; Henrik Vibsokv and Yigal Azrouel.

Kisses, ZZ xx

Playsuit LoVe

2009-04-09T14:14:00.005+01:00

Playsuits are another tricky trend that seems to make an appearance now and again, not really make that much of an impression, then dies again. This time though they seem to be sticking around, and although I have a strange adoration for them, I have never worked up the courage to rock one.

If I can get my hands on one of these Miss Selfridge numbers before they go though, this might just be the chance I was waiting for. Not only rocking the jumpsuit trend but check out that 80's vibe!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Ray-Ban Clubmasters

2009-04-09T10:38:00.004+01:00

Perfection. As seen on some of my fave stylish celebs, including Rachel Bilson, above.

Kisses, ZZ xx

Topshop hits the Big Apple

2009-04-06T09:11:00.003+01:00

Two of my favourite places in the world, NYC and Topshop have now been introduced to each other with the new store opening in SoHo on Thursday which included true Brit style icon and supermodel Kate Moss. When I was there, New Yorkers couldn't get enough of the 'London Look', the style that still has that Punk edge, where innovative ideas and carelessness add to it's attraction to it's American counterparts.

So New York now have Topshop. And where the four-storey shop has 200 staff, 32 changing rooms and a DJ booth suspended from the ceiling, Topshop's billionaire owner, Sir Phillip Green has indicated that he anticipates up to 15 US stores, including in Miami, Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Boston.

Despite the recession, I think the US is going to welcome Topshop with open arms and it may well be one of the few British retailers to be a success! Rock on!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Matthew Williamson for H&M

2009-04-01T10:04:00.004+01:00

Adding to the growing list of designers signing up to do a capsule collection for H&M is Matthew Williamson who is set to launch his new collection to 200 of the chain's stores worldwide, on April 23rd.

The collection will feature sharp tailoring - like the chic bright blue tapered leg suit - as well as dresses, tops and he has focused on including 'iconic pieces from his archives' and reworking them for H&M to include 'defining aspects' of his signiture style, including colour and his iconic use of peacock motif which he also used a base for the colour palette with rich hues of blues, chartreuse and emerald.

He has also designed a menswear collection, with no details released as yet.

Be interested to see it in store as previous collections have been disappointing, expecially in terms of quality, granted it's H&M but that's the best thing about H&M, if you've got the eye, you can't tell it's H&M whereas the previous capsule collections, you definately could.

Kisses, ZZ xx

Love for La Roux

2009-03-30T20:53:00.003+01:00

La Roux's 'In for the Kill' is possibly my favourite track of the year (so far), not to mention she is one stylish lady and i'm sure it's going to keep my dancing all summer long...bring it on!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Zinging it up for Spring

2009-03-26T20:28:00.002Z

I'm actually fully embracing all those hot colours around. I'm very wary of trends sometimes when it hits the shops and gets overwhelming but as we start to see glimpses of summer, I just can't get enough.

I think the trick maybe, like all trends I suppose, is to make them our own, add them to our style.

Let's declare summer!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Liam Gallagher to launch Menswear Line: Pretty Green

2009-03-22T17:08:00.005Z

Just heard on the grapevine Rock Star and Oasis front man, Liam Gallagher, is to launch a menswear clothing line, 'Pretty Green'. To be launched later in the year, the star points out the line is 'everything he would wear' and is of his own personal style, including Parkers, jumpers and oh, definitely NOT skinny jeans.

Check out the video to see his hilarious reaction to them and 'pointy shoes'!

The exclusive interview is available in GQ, in stores June 4th. I'll definitely be having a peek!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Keeping It Simple

2009-03-22T15:36:00.006Z

Sometimes I like to keep things simple.

I love this jacket. I love that it's so simple but: draws attention to the waist; incorporates drape which is huge for Spring/Summer '09; stops at the elbow to show off slinky wrists and helps make spring dressing that bit easier and finally that it's Warehouse but doesn't look Warehouse - more All Saints meets Reiss. Mmm...

Kisses, ZZ xx

www.warehouse.co.uk

Printed Inspiration

2009-03-20T14:00:00.004Z

Of Spring '09's looks, I just didn't know if I could pull off the printed dress. So, for some inspiration I logged on to my faithful laptop and voilà!

The poster girl for London style, Alexa Chung shows us how it's done, combining a cute printed summer dress with a classic trench with a vintage leather holdall - making it the perfect summer-in-the city look.

Kisses, ZZ xx

Swedish Delights

2009-03-19T09:25:00.005Z

Unfortunately I didn't have time last time I was in London but I was planning on checking out the current exhibition at the Fashion and Textile Museum: 'Swedish Fashion: Exploring A New Identity' which explores how since the 1990's Sweden has seen a growing sense of avant garde within design and showcases the work of thirteen up-and-coming fashion and jewellery designers showing a new, bold and surprising take on Swedish fashion.

Check it out at:
http://www.ftmlondon.org/exhibitions/future/detail/?ID=55

Kisses, ZZ xx

Junk Jewels - Warning: They're Addictive!

2009-03-17T10:37:00.009Z

Super cool, super chic and all for tiny prices, I have just stumbled upon Junk Jewels.

With a collection of gold and silver plated necklaces and bracelets that are a seriously addictive and seriously cute this is one website I can see myself becoming very fond of.

Check them out at:
http://www.junkjewels.co.uk/

Kisses, ZZ xx

It was acceptable in the Eighties

2009-03-17T09:34:00.005Z

Having already been featured heavily in the Spring/Summer '09 shows, the eighties looks set to stay...at least for another season with designers making references left, right and center.

Most prominent was Louis Vuitton's Autumn/Winter '09 collection where Marc Jacobs took inspiration from '...all those great French muses of the late eighties', specifically citing Marie Seznec, Victoire de Castellane and Inès de la Fressange and channelling the look through a collection of poufed, ruffled and ruched pieces complete with lots of prints and leather, bubble skirts and bejewelled satin leggings.

The collection also featured plenty of rich accessories that only took the eighties references further with leather necklaces and belts, thigh boots topped with ruffles and garish glitter covered heels. The all important bags took a similar route having been adorned with pie crust frills (another massive trend for A/W '09) and gilded monograms.

Altogether it was received as a welcome break from the usual Autumn/Winter collections with some cheerful flirty fun.

Kisses, ZZ xx

Deutsche Borse Photography Prize

2009-03-13T21:25:00.006Z

Taryn Simon - An American Index of the Hidden and Unfamiliar

Tod Papageorge Passing Through Eden - Photographs of Central Park

On my adventures to London recently I checked out the Deutsche Borse Photography Prize 2009 at The Photographer's Gallery, which recognises a living photographer, of any nationality in Europe, through an exhibition or publication over the past year.

The contenders this year were:

Paul Graham (b. 1956, UK) nominated for his publication, A Shimmer of Possibility (steidlMACK, October 2007).

Emily Jacir (b.1970, Palestine) nominated for her installation, Material for a Film, presented at the 2007 Venice Biennale (7 June – 21 November 2007).

Tod Papageorge (b.1940, USA) nominated for the exhibition Passing Through Eden - Photographs of Central Park at Michael Hoppen Gallery, London (7 March - 12 April 2008).

Taryn Simon (b.1975, USA) nominated for her exhibition An American Index of the Hidden and Unfamiliar at The Photographers' Gallery, London (13 September -11 November 2007).

I loved Tod Papageorge's for his retro pictures of New York's Central Park (biased given my love for all things New York...) but I also found curiously interesting as it was so fact-based and was verging on education whilst still having mesmerising, beautiful photographs. Stay tuned for the winner on March 25th.

Thoroughly recommend it.

Kisses, ZZ xx

Dries Van Noten A/W '09

2009-03-11T09:32:00.002Z

Just a quick one - above is from Dries Van Noten A/W '09. I love the colour combination, so striking and so chic!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Mmm... ZsuZsi hearts Candy Cakes!

2009-03-09T12:27:00.009Z

On a visit to a rather chilly, rainy London the other day, a dear friend directed me to shelter. Or so I thought. She had actually directed me to the sweetest little cupcake shop I have ever seen, beckoning me in with pink fluorescent lighting, a pastel exterior and row after row of huge cupcakes decorated with sweeties - had I died and gone to some sort of cupcake heaven?! Nope, this haven of cupcake joy is appropriately named:

Candy Cakes.

So now you know. And with more branches opening throughout London, it'll be even harder to resist! Good Luck!

Kisses, ZZ xx

http://www.candycakes.eu/

LisaT Spring/Summer '09 Cashmere Collection

2009-03-05T10:48:00.006Z

First layering up: vests, blouses, cardies, jackets etc etc to keep out the cold. Then as soon as you walk into a shop/work/tube station... instantly hot and bothered. Oh, springtime is here.

The answer could well lie in cashmere and more specifically in Central Saint Martin's Graduate LisaT's Spring/Summer '09 collection of gorgeous lightweight cashmere knits.

Worried knit = Scottish grannies?

Fear not, for she pushes design and technical boundaries to produce a collection of interesting textures including plenty of ruffles, pleats and tucks in unusual silhouettes such as bell-sleeved cardigans, body-con dresses and my fave a gorgeous ruffle texture jumper (above) so not only will you be cosy when you need to be and cool when you don't - you'll also be a winner in the style stakes.

LisaT - thank you!

Kisses, ZZ xx

http://www.lisat-cashmere.com/

Dasha for POP

2009-03-02T17:58:00.004Z

After Katie Grand left the helm of POP last year to be editor-in-chief of her new editorial project LOVE, the industry was waiting with bated breath to see who would replace her.

The answer: Dasha Zhukova.

Along with a hand selected new team, including editor-in-chief of French Vogue Carine Roitfeld daughter Julia Restoin Roitfeld, Dasha - already successful in the fashion industry including cult fashion brand Kova & T, and also influential and highly respected in the art world, as founder of The Garage Centre for Contemporary Culture - has the task of re-inventing the magazine as well as the launch of a new website, a new London office, an installation space in Berlin and a partnership with The Saatchi Gallery in London.

The first issue is out on September. Can't wait to see the difference...

Kisses, ZZ xx

Raf Simons for Jil Sander

2009-03-01T23:51:00.005Z

One of my fave designers for the supposed simplicity of his collections hiding the impeccable skills of a designer who can produce collection after collection of perfect simplicity, superb quality and perfect tailoring, whilst always being fashion forward.

Autumn/Winter '09 is no different. A twist on the LBD and a beautiful fabric and a structured silhouette are some my favourite looks of the season.

Raf Simons - I worship you.

Kisses, ZZ xx

Preconceptions & Slumdog Millionaire...

2009-03-01T16:25:00.004Z

After certain preconceptions (not least the fact that I can't bear 'Who Wants to be a Millionaire'), I decided to see what all the fuss was about and went to see 'Slumdog Millionaire' today and am so glad I did!

Don't listen to anyone else, don't let the Oscar buzz influence you or in fact as I found - your own preconceptions. Just see what you think! Glad I did.

Let me know what you thought of it.

Kisses, ZZ xx

Love at First Sight: Bebaroque...

2009-02-24T11:18:00.005Z

RoxyHeart £59.95 / Dorothy £29.95 / Geisha £29.95

Mmm...literally as soon as I heard about this little Scottish Company - I. Fell. In. Love. with so many of their gorgeous designs.

Bebaroque was started in July 2007 by Scottish Graduates Mhairi McNicol and Chloe Patience and specialise in hand-embroidered, embellished and screen-printed tights that have already gained recognition by the Scottish Fashion Awards in 2008 as well as being mentioned in Vogue and numerous newspaper publications including The Sunday Times and The Herald - no mean feat for such a young company!

I've already bought a pair and neeeeeeed more!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Check them out at: http://www.bebaroque.co.uk/

London Fashion Week: Louise Goldin

2009-02-24T09:30:00.005Z

With London Fashion Week in full swing, I was keeping an eye, as usual, on new designers, those whose creativity isn't stumped by the big financiers supporting them.

Someone I have particularly been watching as a former knitter is Louise Goldin, knitwear innovator who came to the world's attention as part of Central St. Martin's Graduate Show in 2005. For A/W '09 she opted for a mix of futuristic ideals with luxurious, innovative fabrics (a combination of innovative knits and leather) - which she herself worked on and knitted through as she describes, 'a long experimentation process...where I never knew whether it was going to work or not'.

The result, although all in black, was a success and has critics, buyers and editors more convinced of the designer's credentials as a designer with commercial capabilities as well as a fashion visionary. I like it!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Keep Spending @ American Apparel!

2009-02-23T10:47:00.002Z

Well, well, well - good news! Despite the economic doom and gloom, it turns out American Apparel is THE highest ranking in the US for shops that consumers just can't give up!

I'm with them on that! Long Live AA.

Kisses ZZ xx

LOVE Magazine

2009-02-23T10:13:00.003Z

Thursday 19th Feb saw the launch of Love magazine - the new bi-annual fashion glossy from Conde Nast, publishers of Vogue, Tatler and GQ amongst other titles, with Beth Ditto (previously mentioned as the confusing choice to design a capsule collection for Evans) proud of place on the front cover, looking, I have to say, pretty good.

The editor is Katie Grand, best known for her most recent stint as editor of POP and before that working her magic at The Face and Dazed and Confused, LOVE promises to 'keep it real' with Grand promising an end to size zero models and far less emphasis on air-brushing and more on style, fashion and creativity. (At last?)

Kisses, ZZ xx

Who Killed eBay?

2009-02-19T10:32:00.003Z

After another unsuccessful couple of hours trawling eBay and even more unsuccessful bids, it dawned on me eBay was no longer the place to be for: a) a bargain b) something original or
c) anything of good quality.

For reasons summed up nicely by a mention in Sunday Times Style this week: sellers too professional; prices too high and shoppers too savvy.

From now on I will stick to hunting down my vintage bargains from flea markets, markets and charity shops - just the place for a bargain and WAY more fun!

Let me know what you think.

Kisses, ZZ xx

A/W '09's First Big Trend: Cutouts

2009-02-17T22:21:00.004Z

Having spotted a gorgeous versatile little number in Topshop today on my adventures, it reminded me instantly of Preen's Autumn/Winter '09 body-con cutout dress with mesh panelling - apparently a sign of the season's first big trend - cutouts. I shall be having one of those (Topshop not Preen unfortunately!)

Kisses, ZZ xx

Re: Scratch and Sniff Cinema

2009-02-15T20:25:00.011Z

During intermission - bubbly, gold coated hot dogs and various aphrodisiac snacks

Moi, sipping on some prosecco and nibbling popcorn and below the gold coated hot dog...

And our friend in the popcorn...

An update on the Bompas and Parr Scratch and Sniff Cinema experience...

Not knowing what to expect, me and my companion made our way through the side streets of Soho and Carnaby Street when we arrived at our venue - The Jotta Craft Fair pop-up gallery/shop where we were greeted with an aphrodisiac cocktail. Before we sat down ready for the film we were each given a card with a set of circled numbers on ready to scratch and reveal their scent at appropriate times throughout the film - I have to say rotting flesh was not a highlight.

During the intermission we were offered a glass of bubbly, gold foil hotdogs (see above), Flavour 'Trips', Coconut Tobacco, free popcorn and Aphrodisiac Marshmallows - perfect for Valentine's day...

Altogether the film was interesting (if macabre) and the Scratch and Sniff 'experience' was so original - I don't think I've had so much fun in a long while!

Let me know what you think or if you went, let me know what you thought!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Oh, Lanvin...

2009-02-11T21:13:00.004Z

Voluptuous luxurious fabrics, one shouldered, drape and oh, so Spring block colours? Oh, Lanvin...

Kisses, ZZ xx

Valentine's Day - Scratch 'n' Sniff Cinema

2009-02-06T16:35:00.005Z

Forget red roses, a romantic restaurant or perfume - how about doing some different this Valentine's Day? As soon as I saw this, I knew I had to check it out!

It's the UK's first Scratch 'n' Sniff Cinema experience, showing Peter Greenaway's fable classic 'The Cook, The Thief, His Wife and Her Lover' (1989) that allows the audience to experience the smells of key moments throughout the film, including rotting meat and old books which are micro-encapsulated onto a set of special scratch 'n' sniff cards. The idea was concocted and designed by culinary pioneers Sam Bompas and Harry Parr, better known for their gourmet jelly range. See http://www.jellymongers.co.uk/

Between scratches, the audience are offered aphrodisiac cocktails, roll candy cigarettes as well as a surprise Valentine's menu.

For more info visit: http://www.jellymongers.co.uk/scratchnsniff.html

Kisses, ZZ xx

The Roaring 20's!

2009-02-04T21:25:00.008Z

Vintage Wrap Around Tassel Chain Necklace
£14.99

With all this doom and gloom with the economy and now the FREEEEEEZING weather, our favourite trendsetter, Aggy Deyn has decided to bring back the fun of the roaring 20's and lift our spirits!

Get on it with our vintage 20's style wrap around necklace, a fur stole and a flapper dress. Perfect!

Kisses, ZZ xx

William Tempest

2009-01-29T17:41:00.005Z

It's all about the structure and though I'm still undecided about just how stylish Emma Watson is supposed to be, I do like her (or her stylist's) taste. On a recent outing she was in an up-and-coming London designer, William Tempest's design, which I adore!

Looking forward to Spring/Summer '09 with a daring edge of sheer, contrasted with the structured but modest body - this navy number is cute enough to be feminine but just edgy enough to be cool. I'm keeping my eye on this one...

Kisses, ZZ xx

ZsuZsi's 20% Off January Gems: New Products Added!

2009-01-26T18:07:00.006Z

Beautiful Deep Purple Suede 1980’s Handbag - WAS £29.99

NOW £19.99!Vintage 1980's Green Ruched Leather Gold Detail Belt - WAS £17.99

NOW £12.99!Kitsch 1980's Vintage Art Deco Style Earrings - WAS £9.99

NOW £7.99!

With the last remaining days of the ZsuZsi's 20% Off January Gems (offer ends 31st Jan!), we've added new products!

Check them out before it's too late!

We appreciate all your feedback and suggestions - keep them coming!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Coastal Walks and Cornish Cream Tea

2009-01-26T17:48:00.006Z

Slightly off high fashion and high style for a second, I found out that there is nothing like a walk along the coast to blow those January cobwebs away, as me and my companion found out during the week when we took a trip down to Devon. Not only did it make me think of Summer days, Fun Fairs and ice-cream (Yum!) but it also reminded me it's the simple pleasures in life we need to appreciate even more when the weather's bad/you have a bad day or are waiting for the next pay packet.

On the same day, (as it was Devon and it'd be rude not to), we found a cute cafe in an old restored train carriage where we had Cream Tea... Mmmm.... Nothing quite like it on a chilly, proper British day by the Coast.

It's definitely the simple things...

Let me know your thoughts!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Feathers in Fashion

2009-01-19T17:52:00.008Z

It all started with Sex and The City and Carrie in a feathery, cream jacket...
I thought my love for feathers after SATC and those that popped up in more than a few designers collections from Autumn/Winter 08-9, including Burberry Prorsum (above), was officially over as soon as the last model strutted off the catwalks, but now that the highstreet has taken on the look and given it it's own spin, (mostly in prints or shawls), I have a whole new love!

How cute is this little number from Topshop!

Printed Feather Tee - £18

http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/StaticPageDisplay?catalogId=19551&storeId=12556&brdcrmb_trail=&identifier=ts1%20fashion%20forecast

Let me know what you think!

Kisses, ZZ xx

BBC Four: Seven Photographs that Changed Fashion

2009-01-15T09:16:00.007Z

Rue Aubriot: Helmut Newton for French Vogue, Paris, 1975

Guy Bourdin for French Vogue, Paris, 1977
Fred with Tires (Body Shop Series): Herb Ritt, 1984

As previously mentioned after visiting the Annie Leibovitz exhibition, ZsuZsi hearts photography! So what more to ask for than a documentary on Fashion Photography featuring heavyweights Helmut Newton, Herb Ritts, David Bailey and Guy Bourdin on BBC Four last night?

Fashion Photographer Rankin takes a look through the decades to explore the defining moments of fashion photography and looks to recreate seven he thinks 'changed fashion' featuring models Heidi Klum, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Tuuli Shipster, Daphne Guinness and David Gandy.

Including interviews and input from: the man himself David Bailey, Lillian Bassman and now Italian Vogue Editor Franca Sozzani to help describe the changes first hand and to help recreate the iconic images.

It's on again on the 17th January at 9pm on BBC Four - Check it out.

Let me know what you think.

Kisses, ZZ xx

Beat the January blues @ ZsuZsi Boutique!

2009-01-05T18:06:00.015Z

Hope you all had a fabulous Christmas and New Year!

If you are anything like me, there is nothing more depressing though after all the fun and festivities to prepare to face the New Year, get back to work, face the freezing weather and grey skies (and lets face it, slight overindulgence leading to slightly tighter clothing...)

Fear not, as ZsuZsi Boutique is offering 20% OFF selected items throughout January as well as FREE DELIVERY on everything!

That's right, not only do you not have to worry about squeezing into your usual size, you can simply choose to decorate yourself in some of ZsuZsi's gorgeous range of vintage and handmade accessories, so you'll still look as gorgeous as you always do and not even have to worry about your budget! Perfect!

Now, if only we could do something about those grey skies...

Take a peek, we've added lots of new, shiny pieces to add some much needed sparkle to your January!

http://www.zsuzsiboutique.co.uk/

Kisses, ZsuZsi xx

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

2008-12-24T18:38:00.003Z

ZsuZsi Boutique would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Here's to 2009 being the best yet. See you in the New Year!

Kisses ZZ xx

Fashion Vs. Sport @ The V&A

2008-12-16T18:38:00.009Z

Another very delayed visit to an exhibition the other day after the Duffy gig at Brixton Academy (photos on the way!), despite being open since summer, I decided it was about time I checked out the Fashion Vs. Sport exhibition at London's V&A Museum, which celebrates the ongoing relationship between contemporary fashion and sportswear.

Although it was relatively small, it included contributions from iconic fashion designers Vivienne Westwood, Chanel and Prada as well as new designers which are influenced by street style and urban culture such as Cassette Playa, above.

It also included the obvious collaborations between Adidas and Stella McCartney as well as individually customised branded products such as I-Saw’s hand-engraved Nike trainers.

Definately worth a look, though you'll have to make a space in your diary quick - it finishes on the 4th Jan!

Kisses, ZZ xx

Green Plaid Coat...

2008-12-04T09:11:00.003Z

One of the many blogs I read is Stylesight's ingeniusly entitled 'Stylesightings' which regularly features entries from eddie - the author's - hometown of the wonderful New York - which just happens to be my favourite city in the world. My favourites of his entries frequently feature gorgeous New Yorkers with some serious style.

My fave today? A fun combination of layering involving Mickey Mouse, checks, colour and just the most gorgeous coat! Layered, green plaid - I'm guessing customised? Gorgeous!

Let me know what you think!

Kisses ZZ xx