Dune launches limited edition ‘True Blue’ Collection in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust

I love a feel good shopping spree, it's a great feeling spending your cash, knowing that your purchase is helping someone somewhere. That's why I love Dune's limited edition ‘True Blue’ set in collaboration with UK charity Teenage Cancer Trust.  For the 6th year Dune are supporting the Teenage Cancer Trust and this year the collection is made up of stunning cobalt blue suede stilettos with gold toe caps and a matching envelope clutch - simply gorgeous! In my eyes, everyone needs a pair of blue suede shoes!

This eye-catching set will be available to buy in all dune stores and online from 10th November - just in time for the party season! The shoes and clutch are available to buy as a set for £135 with £50 from every single sale going directly to the charity. 

Every day six teenagers are told they have cancer. Teenage Cancer Trust believes young people shouldn’t stop being teenagers just because they have cancer. The charity builds units in NHS hospitals that offer young people specialist care, bringing them together so they can support each other in an environment suited to their needs.

 As well as specialist units, Teenage Cancer Trust also funds a number of services all with the same goal – to help young people fight cancer. These include clinical and research staff, an education programme for schools, family support networks and an annual conference for young cancer patients in Nottingham.

Support the Teenage Cancer Trust by purchasing the ‘True Blue’ set from Dune stores and www.dune.co.uk from 10th November. 

‘True Blue’ set available from Dune stores and www.dune.co.uk

Cos AW12 - New Obsession Alert!!!

I'm sure there are many of you out there who have been avid Cos fans for a while....flying the Scandi fashion flag and leading the way....personally I discovered Cos about six months ago and have been addicted ever since, if you've been in there you'll know exactly why. There is nothing that is in your face, pretentious or over the top about Cos, it's simple, elegant design, good quality and great prices. Considering I used to walk past the Cos store on Regent Street pretty much every day for two years it took me a while to realise how great this brand truly is. Maybe it's the rise of Scandi style that made it catch my eye (and my ageing fashion sense) but the day I discovered Cos (the Sister brand of H&M) I hastily took my H&M purchases back and haven't been in since. Cos is so much more classic.... they have pieces that will stay in your wardrobe season after season and still look great....timeless. Anyway, if you can't tell, I'm a huge fan and here are a few things I have my eye on for Winter. 

Cos - Leather Pocket Dress £79

Cos - Cotton Shirt £55

Cos - Leather Collar Top £69

Cos - A-Line Moleskin Skirt £89

Cos - Roll Neck Dress £55

Cos - Wool Shift Dress £59

Cos - Point Knit Cardi £59

Cos - Wool Coat £150

Cos - Raw Cut Leather Shoe £125

What do you think of Cos? Are you a fan? 

B x

New Blog Header thanks to Fay Newman

Hi Everyone, so as you have probably noticed my blogging has been a little bit sparse recently.....well no more....*whoo hoo* I hear you say!

I'm back on it and to celebrate my fabulous friend Fay Newman has designed my new logo...what do you think?

Check out more of Fay's work below.

Fay Newman

Fay Newman

Fay Newman

Fay Newman

Fay Newman

Fay Newman

Fay Newman

Thanks Fay.... I love my new logo! 

For all of Fay's illustrations visit faynewman.carbonmade.com and follow her on twitter - @Fay_Newman

Follow me on my new twitter @BeAnnabellBlog

B x

nelly.com Launches in the UK

Fashion fans *WARNING* nelly.com the Nordics' largest online fashion retailer has landed in the UK and it promises to change the way you shop forever! With over 800 brands to choose from including over 30 in-house brands and 100's of new products added every day nelly.com is the one stop online shop for all of your fashion needs and wants. 

What I love most about nelly.com is the strong Scandinavian vibe it brings over from it's native Sweden, with brands including Nowhere by Elin Kling (Sweden's Top Fashion Blogger) sure to be a massive hit with UK shoppers. 

The Nowhere Collection at nelly.com

The Nowhere Collection at nelly.com

The Nowhere Collection at nelly.com

The Nowhere Collection at nelly.com

One of the many things that nelly.com does amazingly well is shoes. With 100's of statement styles available in the nelly shoes and nelly White Label collections it's a shoe lovers heaven and the prices are amazing! If you're trying to give that shopping habit a kick then avoid logging onto the website because I guarantee you wont be able to log off without adding something into your shopping basket....I've got my eye on these killer spiked shoes from the Nelly Trend Collection.

Spike shoe by nelly Trend  - £51.95

Spike shoe by nelly Trend  - £51.95

Check out nelly.com for yourself  - nelly.com - and let me know what you think! 


B x

Zoe Jordan AW12

For AW12 Zoe Jordan has created a collection of instantly wearable styles that I desperately want (and need) in my wardrobe! Everyone will find something to love about this easy wear luxe collection with Jordan's signature relaxed silhouettes and lavish textures seen throughout. Sleek masculine tailoring, fluid dresses, structured snakeskin textured tees and charcoal leather where seen in abundance with chunky knits, gold spun tweed, monochrome prints and heavy lace adding texture and refined detail. A particular favourite of mine is the tweed cocoon coat!

The collection is inspired by the ancient and weathered lands of Andalucía, Spain and reflects the wind swept bricks and rich hues of the Moorish palace. The sumptuous colour palette of ivory, charcoal, greys, fawn, chestnut and burnt oranges immediately takes you on a journey to a Spanish sunset over whitewashed Andalucían pueblos. The Spanish theme was emphasised and the catwalk looks completed with sophisticated cordobes hats and whimsical plaits.

B x

Zoe Jordan AW12 - tweed cocoon coat

Zoe Jordan AW12 - chunky knits

Zoe Jordan AW12

Zoe Jordan AW12

Zoe Jordan AW12

Zoe Jordan AW12 - Snakeskin textured tees

Zoe Jordan AW12

Zoe Jordan AW12

Zoe Jordan AW12

Zoe Jordan AW12 - Poppy Delevigne walking for Zoe Jordan

Zoe Jordan AW12

Zoe Jordan AW12 - finale 

Zoe Jordan AW12 - Poppy Delevigne walking for Zoe Jordan

Celebs Front Row of Zoe Jordan

Liv Tyler Sings For Givenchy

Check out the stunning Liv Tyler in the new Givenchy perfume campaign. The new advert is seductive meeting of the world of rock and perfume, with Liv singing INXS's Need you Tonight.

She obviously gets her singing talent from her dad!

I love it! What do you think? Does it make yo want to buy the perfume?

B x

Valentines Day - Treat Yourself!

I'm not a massive fan of Valentine's Day and I don't want to encourage unnecessary spending on gimmicky heart shaped objects BUT..... using Valentine's Day as an excuse to treat yourself to something fabulous is a must!!

These uber cute heels from Dune are at the top of my Valentine's Day shopping list, I've been seduced! With a girly heart print bow and matching clutch this platform stunner is sure to be a perfect companion this February 14th.

The Fanciful Valentine's Shoe is available now at www.dune.co.uk for £90.

Happy Valentine's and happy shopping!!

B x

The Fanciful Valentine's Shoe From Dune - www.dune.co.uk

The Fanciful Valentine's Shoe From Dune - www.dune.co.uk

Hot Hosiery From Emilio Cavallini

Hosiery is making a huge comeback in the fashion world with “look-at-me” leg wear becoming an easy way of updating any look. A hot new pair of tights can add drama or make a statement…without breaking the bank!!

I spied these stunners from Italian brand Emilio Cavallini, I love the crochet socks!

They're already a massive hit with the celebs, including Pixie Lott, Jessie J and Alexa Chung.

Prices start from around £12 at Emiliocavallini.com

Emilio Cavallini

pixie Lott Wearing Emilio Cavallini