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Lyle & Scott Vintage Autumn/ Winter 2011

The Autumn/ Winter ’11 Lyle & Scott Vintage collection takes yet another bold step forward, providing fashion lead pieces for a confident, modern consumer, whilst remaining true to the brands rich history. The range takes inspiration from rugged, outdoor and preppy themes to create the ultimate winter wardrobe; a contemporary urban armour. New this season are two completely reworked variations on the brand’s famous logo. In addition to the traditional golden eagle is a branded debossed leather square and a woven patch which brings a collegiate feel to the collection, appearing on either the chest, pockets or sleeve.

Heavyweight outerwear has an added focus on utility and colour. A multi-pocket mountain parka is the ultimate in functional winter dressing while a cotton canvas light brown hunting jacket is stylish and more suited to milder climes. A classic cotton twill mac offers a more formal alternative and a wool duffle comes in navy and charcoal marl. Other key colours for outerwear include cranberry and Woodland green, whilst a hooded jacket and gilet comes in navy and green plaid.

As ever, knitwear is at the heart of the collection. Confident Nordic patterns and Fairisle Knits complement the rugged outdoor look. A contrast colour navy and pink Fairisle crew neck jumper is an update on a classic essential while a preppy tank top adopts a more traditional take on the pattern. Cardigans, shawl collars, v-necks, zip through’s and turtle necks come in a colour palette of burnt orange, khaki, grey marl and Admiral blue.

Winter polos and tees offer yet more shots of bold colour and winter hues. Standout pieces include the very seasonal charcoal snowflake polo and the bold and daring jacquard check polo shirts, adorned with the preppy woven patch. Long and short sleeve shirts in variations of plaid and gingham move the outdoor theme forward as do wool shirts in bright red, charcoal marl and Fjord blue.

Trousers come equipped for the winter in hard wearing fabrics, including denim for the first time. Equally stylish is a corduroy jean, with a cotton twill chino providing a more lightweight alternative. The colour palette for trousers includes light chambray, light brown, navy, Hunter green and port.

Another area of development for the Vintage collection lies in accessories. Back for a second season is the range of fine cotton socks, with a Fairisle and fleck knit an addition to the bold block colours and stripes. A plethora of beanies, bobble hats, hunter caps and scarves in check, stripes, block colours and Fairisle come with all three logo options. The bag offer is also extended to include flight bags, helmut bags and briefcases and AW11 sees the introduction of cotton and woven belts.

Footwear too welcomes some new arrivals with a suede brogue in either sand or slate, a mid top raised sole boot in burnt amber and dark brown and a semi oiled leather moccasin in black and oxblood. Canvas and calf leather trainers come in earthy tones and are brightened up with shots of bright colour. A classic suede desert boot completes the offer.

G-Star Raw Clothing Now On Sale at Bridge55

Bridge55 have announced that a G-Star Raw sale is now on, with at least 40% off retail prices. All G-Star sale clothing and jeans stock are expected to clear quickly, with an early strong sales reporting showing an increase in consumer confidence. The ‘everything must go’ attitude of the retailer is clear here, with bargains to be had aplenty for the price savvy customers.

With the Autumn/Winter season approaching and the sun disappearing, all G-Star Spring/Summer stock is being cleared. The thinner brighter G-Star t-shirts are available at extremely attractive prices, making way for more seasonal thicker, darker, winter stock that is now arriving. G-star lightweight jackets are also making way for warmer and more traditional military inspired G-Star Raw apparel.

It is not only the tees and jackets that are at bargain prices however. Bridge55 have also reduced all of the Spring/Summer 2011 collection, so all G-Star jeans, hoodies, shirts, jackets, knitwear and accessories are available at rock bottom prices. There isn’t a better time to kit the wardrobe out with some steals from the sale, or simply to get an outfit ready for the weekend without breaking the bank.

The exposure of the brand has been ultra high recently with celebrity endorsers of the brand that include David Beckham, Jay Z, and Justin Bieber. These have all been seen wearing the iconic G-Star Raw logo. This exposure has lead to an increase in demand for G-Star Raw clothing and G-Star jeans which can all be purchased on Bridge55.

Autumn/Winter 2011 is fronted this season by filmmaker, actor, musician, and artist, Vincent Gallo. The Hollywood celebrity whose most notable project includes the 80s indie film Buffalo '66. He joins current face Gemma Arterton in an upcoming ad campaign to promote 3301 by G-Star RAW. The large media campaign is expected to bring strong sales for the 3rd and 4th quarter of 2011.

Despite the tough economic times, G-Star is going from strength-to-strength in the men's and women's designer clothing sector, and it shows no stopping. The mega brand has captured its loyal market and is here to stay. You can try to copy, but G-Star cannot be recreated. The ethics and core business foundations behind the brand drive it into the 21st century.

Bridge55 offer a wide range of mens clothing including brands as G-Star, Voi, Jack and Jones and many others. Bridge55 is a bricks and mortar retailer and also an online retailer. Having been trading for almost 10 years, has an established yet still growing loyal customer base that stretches to all corners of the globe. Bridge55 are at the forefront of cutting edge fashion and aspire to become the market leaders of the future.

New Season Style at Pure Collection

Launching online on the 24th August, Autumn Winter 2011 from Pure Collection is a sumptuous mix of luxurious fabric, divine accessories and doses of glamour, all mixed in a rich palette of nude, black, and greys with a dash of scarlet. The new collection is divided into 4 key areas:

Modern Simplicity

Clean lines and classic shapes make up this collection. Fabrics are tactile, with brights injected into black, grey and navy. We love this chic Red Coat, practical yet stylish for the cooler months. When the party season hits, a fab Ponti Dress will be all you need to stand out from the crowd.

New Glamour

Feminine power is the name of the game for New Glamour. Encompassing the popular nude on nude palette made famous by style icons such as Kate Middleton, this collection is all about the finer details and divine accessories to complete the perfect outfit.

Off duty style

For a more relaxed affair try Off Duty Style, designed for you to go with the flow but always look the part. Detail is minimal but texture and a rich urban palette remain. A gorgeous printed cardigan will dress up jeans and set off a stylish oversized bag.

Luxe

For key pieces of luxury glamour look no further, lots of rich texture with our deeply cabled knitwear, ideal for throwing on for a dose of glamour. A soft Cashmere Shrug is the ideal cover up for a blustery autumn day.

Helen Thomas, Head of Buying at Pure Collection, comments: “The inspiration behind this collection comes from chic Parisian style, which is where we decided to shoot the collection. Paris dwellers have an understated and classic style that we looked to replicate for our customers; the garments are all about high quality, making them a worthy investment for any wardrobe.”

If that’s not enough to whet your appetite, here’s a sneak preview: Preview Here

Our top picks from Autumn Winter 2011 are:

Cashmere dress £179.00
Cashmere Tunic Dress £179.00
Red Coat £249.00
Ponti Dress £99.00
Woven Cape £229.00
Printed Cashmere Cardigan £149.00
Cashmere Oversized Sweater £199.00
Cashmere Shrug/Cardigan £179.00
Single Breasted Coat £249.00
Textured Sweater £139.00
Knitted Cape £199.00
Herringbone Tweed Jacket £189.00
Batwing Cardigan £229.00

Liberate reveals 25% of women first consider plastic surgery between the ages of 10 and 15

Liberate Cosmetic Surgery has discovered 25% of women that it surveyed started to first consider cosmetic surgery between the ages of 10-15 years-old.

The 3000 British women between 18 and 30 years-old who took part in the research were asked at what age they first considered cosmetic surgery, to which 25% of women answered between the ages of 10-15 years-old. 33% also answered that they had considered cosmetic surgery between the ages of 15-18 years-old.

Liberate Cosmetic Surgery views this as quite an interesting yet shocking statistic, as it shows a large number of people may be considering plastic surgery from a very young age.

Mr Paul Banwell, consultant plastic surgeon at Liberate commented: "There is no doubt that more and more younger people are considering cosmetic surgery and breast augmentation still remains the number 1 procedure.  However, the statistics regarding the age at which women are first considering surgery is quite shocking."

The research was conducted by One Poll in February 2011; surveying 3000 British women aged 18 - 30 regarding their feelings about their appearance and their attitudes towards cosmetic surgery.  It wanted to explore issues young women face surrounding cosmetic surgery, look at current trends and find out what young women know and don't know about surgery.

Skin feeling dry and unpleasant? This can help

Dry, itchy and flaky skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis can affect people of all ages, including babies and children. The symptoms, which can be mild or severe, have been around for centuries yet there is still no complete cure. Treating these conditions is tricky and for sufferers can be a case of trial and error when searching for the right skincare to soothe and help heal their sore, irritated and often cracked skin.

Now that the NHS has diminishing funds, research into alternative therapies for skin problems may be left on the back burner, making it harder to find a treatment that doesn’t include steroid creams. Parents often despair when their little ones develop eczema, with the itch-scratch-itch cycle leaving them both distraught and desperate for a natural solution.

The power of Dead Sea minerals is unrivalled with their calming and healing properties well known. Malki’s 100% natural Dead Sea minerals skin and bodycare harnesses all of this skin-soothing goodness while leaving out the aggravating chemicals often hidden in other skincare products.

Many eczema sufferers claim that various detergents cause their delicate skin to flare up but have found the pure vegetable oil and mineral-rich Malki skincare products to help ease and relieve symptoms.

The gentle soaps, bath salts, washes and lotions contain nothing more than natural olive, coconut and palm oils blended together with minerals including potassium, magnesium and sulphur. They’re free from sodium lauryl sulphate, an irritating foaming agent, paraben preservatives and lanolin, a wax extracted from sheep’s glands. They also contain no synthetic fragrances or colourings.

Malki Dead Sea products are not a miracle cure but they have gained a cult following from eczema, psoriasis and acne sufferers over the past 20 years who’ve found relief in their soothing mineral ingredients.

What are their Malki favourites? Genuine Bath Salts, Natural Sulphur Soap, Black Mud Mask Soap, Natural Mineral Shower Cream and Natural Mineral Shampoo. Check the website to see what they say at deadseabathcare.co.uk.

Also in the range: Dead Sea Aromatherapy Bath Salts with Frankincense, Dead Sea Bath Scrub with Frankincense Oil, Natural Mineral Body Lotion, Natural Mineral Facial Wash, Natural Mineral Soap and Natural Mineral Conditioner. From £3.39 at Boots stores and boots.com.

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