Séraphine Open New West End Boutique

Last week I attended the opening of Seraphine's new store on Marylebone High Street. For those who might not know, Seraphine is a leading maternity fashion brand, but trust me, you do not have to be pregnant to fall in love with their gorgeous pieces that are both trendy and functional. After all, they've been worn by Duchess of Cambridge, Angelina Jolie and Claudia Schiffer to name a few.

The great thing about Seraphine's clothing range, is that it is extremely versatile. Everything is designed to suit women in different stages of pregnancy, as well as new mothers. 

This super-soft shawl is on my shopping list. You can wear it if you are pregnant, it works brilliantly as a breast-feeding wrap (thanks to those little poppers on the side) and it is great for when you are on the go doing your school/nursery run (that would be me). It costs £42 and in my opinion it is money well-spent considering its functionality. 

Here is another item on my list (despite the fact that I already own a winter coat...)

Think Max Mara signature wrap coat but with a smaller price tag. This is such a cosy piece. Made out of lavish wool blend and cashmere, it both looks and feels amazing. 

There are some fantastic coats in their collection designed to keep you and your bumps warm and fabulous this winter. There are even coats that are made specifically to fit your baby-carries in when it gets chilly. 

What is more, Seraphine has created a stunning yet affordable LUXE range of red-carpet-ready eveningwear. I remember spending a lot of time trying to find a perfect dress for a special occasion when I was pregnant. Seraphine has some head-turning creations that will look incredible on all mothers-to-be. Cecile, the founder of the brand, said that she has ordered one to be made in her size (she is not pregnant) and I definitely want one too. 

Seraphine don't only specialise in clothing and accessories. During her second pregnacy Cecile came up with an idea of ShoeTherapy. Together with acclaimed French orthopedist, Cecile has co-created a range of stylish yet comfortable shoes which help to improve posture and combat back pain - important aspect for all mothers-to-be as well as new mamas. Think hospital footwear but pretty. 

Seraphine is most definitely the place to go if you are looking for chic Parisian-inspired pieces that are luxurious yet accessible. 

Cecile and I 

Cecile talking us through Seraphine's future collections (you can just see the passion!). 

FENWICK OF BOND STREET CELEBRATES LONDON FASHION WEEK

Fenwick of Bond Street will celebrate London Fashion Week in style -championing the best of British design talent while hosting style focused events.

To celebrate, the department store has given five of Britain’s most exceptional designers one Bond Street window each entirely devoted to display their latest collections. 

Set to become London’s most fashionable window display, the Bond Street windows will be dedicated to fashion favouritesPreen, Zoë Jordan, Clements Ribeiro and Richard Nicoll as well as the nation’s hot new homegrown accessory designer Amelia Powers.  

Styled by the Telegraph newspaper fashion team, each window showcases an exclusive edit of each label’s autumn winter 2013 collection available to buy now from Fenwick. To support this project there will also be an exclusive online video interview with every designer on the store’s website (www.fenwick.co.uk). 

 

Amelia Powers’ window will debut her classic and coveted bag ‘The Bond’ in a new limited edition green hue exclusively created for Fenwick.

 

Preen will also launch an exclusive pop-up shop on Fenwick of Bond Street’s second floor for LFW.

Fashion fans will be spoilt by this shop-in-shop comprising the largest edit of Preen’s autumn winter collection available to buy under one roof.

The autumn winter collection is characterised by Preen’s punk influences with pretty touches in a discerning palette of white, black and red brought to life with flashes of daring scarlet. 

To  reflect this collection the pop-up shop will be distinguished by a huge red stripe installation.

Not only will the Bond Street windows be celebrating British designers, the store’s Brook Street windows will also applaud the best of British bags.

 

From its stable of British accessory talent, the store has selected designers who will each have a window devoted to their latest must-have bags comprising Mulberry, Paul Smith and Bottletop.  

Ethical accessories specialist Bottletop’s window will feature its latest product made from upcycled material as well as exclusive campaign imagery and video content.

To further support its charitable work Bottletop will have an exclusive installation of its ethically produced bags on October 7th to run for three weeks in one of the Brook Street windows.

David Walker-Smith, Managing Director of Fenwick Bond Street says: “What better time to update your wardrobe than during LFW. Our multi-brand edit showcases this season’s most tempting trends.

“Fashion forward and impossible to resist, these trends include masculine tailoring, flashes of hot pink and blue, prints and the must-have winter essential - the cocoon coat.” 

During LFW American designer Eileen Fisher will also be making an in-store personal appearance. Fisher will present an exclusive autumn 2013 fashion show.

Select customers will have the chance to enjoy an exclusive afternoon tea with the designer on 12th September from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.

 

Simple look for day and night

Today I am connecting to Mummy's got Style for Fashion Friday. After yesterday's exceptionally hot day in London, which Little Miss S and I spent in the park, today is much more cooler. I have a couple of meetings in preparation for London Fashion Week and later Hubby and I have a 'date night' (or just dinner together). In between that, Little Miss S and I are attending a playgroup! I won't have much time to change, so here is what I will be wearing.
 

 

Trousers: Massimo Dutti

Top: Burberry

Jacket: Aquascutum

Bag: Mulberry

Flats: DKNY

 

 

 

I love my DKNY flats. They are extremely comfortable and I can run around in them the whole day. I would suggest to try and go for leather or suede flats rather than cheaper synthetics, as your feet won't sweat so much!

 

For the evening, I will change my flats for these super high Geox wedges (here I am also wearing 7 for All Mankind jeans). Having a little one, I tend to spend a lot of time in flats (many years ago I used to wear heels to supermarket...insane), so I use any opportunity to 'trotter around' in high heels.

Here is my suggestion from Style in View, if you need a simple outfit that will look good during the day and night out.

Happy Weekend.
 

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Simple daily looks for stylish Mamas

Simple daily look for stylish Mamas by raminta featuring travel handbags

Simple daily look for stylish Mamas by raminta featuring black wedges

Simple daily look for stylish Mamas by raminta featuring blue scarves

Mother's Day Treats

Mother's Day Look by raminta featuring colorful handbags

Relax

Have a Muscle Melt Massage at The Sanctuary in Covent Garden. Best way to relax after you've been carrying your little darling around whilst lifting the pram in out of a car!

Afternoon Tea

Have an afternoon tea with a 'twist' at The Sketch. Yes, Ritz and Claridge's are nice, but this is much more funkier and exciting!

 

I Just Need Summer!

I Just Need Summer! by raminta featuring moncler

And there are more reasons for wanting summer:




Rolling around on the grass with Little Miss S




Picnics




Having a drink outside




Having a nap on the beach




Little Miss S playing in the garden




Sun, sea, sand





Early mornings on the lake with a book and coffee




Having dinner in the garden




Chilling on the hammock