From Grace Woodward on Britain's Next Top Model to Josie on Big Brother - the Geek Chic eyewear trend has been picked up as an essential accessory trend. Brian Dowling has also been sporting chunky geek chic style frames on Ultimate Big Brother but this hot trend started as an edgy fashion look.
This trend started with fashion and eyewear designer Tom Ford's directorial debut on ‘A Single Man'. Colin Firth's character wears black chunky frames - designed by Mr Ford of course - and they became a cult trend before the film even hit the cinemas as uber-cool opticians got their hands on the frames first.
EK Eyewear are stockists of Tom Ford Eyewear and stock the original Tom Ford frames (look out for the subtle branding with the side-on T detail) as well as a similar style by Oliver Peoples.
Featured on our Lisburn Road Lux photoshoot - for our group shots we took inspiration from old black and white photos of Richard Burton & Liz Taylor snapped at A-list parties.
In the group shot with Tim, Catherine & Louise - we wonder what bombshell has Louise just dropped on Catherine?! Is Louise the other woman?!! Well, Catherine gets her guy in the end and a knockout diamond ring to boot!
Tim wears the classic black Tom Form frames in the Shu scenes, and a softer tortoiseshell frame by Oliver Peoples in the ‘proposal' scene photographed in The Antique Gallery.
Fashion credits: Top - Tim wears: Pal Zileri black velvet tuxedo £850, white Duchamp shirt £125, Pal Zileri black tie £70 all from Hugo Thomas. Tom Ford frames £205 from EK eyewear. Catherine wears chiffon dress by Best Look from Beverly Hills, Margo Bicego amethyst ring £1050 from Malcolms jewellers, Louise wears - tuxedo £519 and black top £99 from Marina Rinaldi.
Top left: Tim wears - Duchamp suit £845, Duchamp shirt £125, Duchamp purple tie £70 all from Hugo Thomas. Thomas Sabo watch £329 from ONA jewellers. Tom Ford frames £205 from EK eyewear.
House of Fraser A/W Fashion Preview
Thursday, 02 September 2010 17:16
By Katrina Doran.
House of Fraser held a preview of their new autumn/winter collections on Tuesday evening at The Ivory Bar & Restaurant. Invited guests enjoyed a stylish catwalk show of the store's latest collections.
The new womenswear collections from House of Fraser, Belfast mark a change in direction for autumn. Offering an impressive array of fashion labels including Kenneth Cole, Therapy, Linea, Episode and Untold, with new brands also launching in-store from Dickins and Jones, Bastyan, Michael Kors, Label Lab and the eagerly anticipated BIBA, it's an exciting time for the house of brands.
The key trends showcased included Twiight, Femme Fatal, Wild Things, Artisan and Pantomime.
The Twilight trend included layers of black in contrasting fabrics and textures. Iridescent dark tones mixed with elegant decayed embellishments, Victoriana-inspired lace, lux crushed velvet and lace all work together for this sultry, gothic look.
Femme Fatale is a trend inspired by the film noir period of the 1940s and 1950s when screen sirens Rita Hayworth and Barbara Stanwyck were making a killing as vampy villainesses. The silhouette is seductive with sophisticated tailoring and cinched waists. Highwaisted pencil skirts, faux fur coats and satin ruffle blouses are the statement pieces guaranteed to create the smoky, sexy allure of a modern ‘Femme Fatale'.
Shearling, sheepskin and faux fur are key fabric directions for outerwear this season. ‘Wild Things' demonstrates an updated boho style with layer upon luxurious layer of chunky knitted texture and oversized, cocoon silhouettes. A neutral colour palette of biscuit, beige and cream tones combine to create a very wearable, casual-cool collection.
The ‘Artisan' look takes a dressing-up box approach to style where clashing prints meet an unlimited colour palette and never-ending layers. With a mix and match attitude, there are unique art-style prints and explosive winter florals across satin shift dresses and printed brocade coats.
With theatrical splendour, ‘Pantomime' is a quirky trend that embraces its dark side. Dramatic trims are essential with chains and ruffles galore, seen on lingerie-inspired lace tops and dresses. Perfect for the party season there is an array of opulent dresses. Velvet is a key fabric direction for the season along with satin, jacquard and brocade in a variety of rich jewel colours.
Lisburn Road Lux
Friday, 27 August 2010 13:43
By Katrina Doran.
The Lisburn Road is all about luxury and elegance from the red brick buildings, leafy parks, village vibe and of course - the shopping! The Lisburn Road has long been a destination for those looking for something that's truly unique. Couple that with its Autumn Winter collection that exudes deep luxury and a high fashion feel and you've really got something special going on.
With over forty fabulous fashion boutiques on the Lisburn Road, they've got everything we're looking for this season with the finest leather, faux fur, military coats, light as a feather chiffon and fine silks, tailored tweed, luxury fabrics and red carpet looks.
Taking our cue from the Dior A/W 10 campaign the Sugahfix.com creative team have created the Lisburn Road Lux fashion shoot to showcase new season looks from Lisburn Road retailers. And not only that! It's shot on location on the Lisburn Road too!
Iconic Lisburn Road locations including Arcadia, Beaufort Interiors, The Antique Gallery and Shu are instantly recognisable while we take you behind the scenes at Lyric Hi Fi in their home cinema screening room - complete with Oscar statue! And at the Lisburn Road's newest resident Lily's (formerly Monzu/Tatu) where we felt so instantly at home that we had our model draped over the piano and hanging from the chandeliers - all in the name of fashion!
You can keep up-to-date with all the latest news, competitions and style on the Lisburn Road by checking out www.thelisburnroad .com or do like 2,000 others have done before you, follow them on Facebook!
Photography by Jessica Weber Make-up by Pamela Smyth Hair by Lee Stinton at Paul Stafford Hairdressing Models - Catherine McAteer, Tim Ferris & Louise McElvanna Art Direction and Clothes Styling by Katrina Doran for Sugahfix.com Styling Assistant - Eve Brannon Catherine's Nails by Le Studio Bronze.
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New fashion season items are already sneaking into stores and while we might resist the call of bulky boots and winter woollies - a new autumn jacket is the perfect item to add instant warmth.
This down jacket from Geox (£329) in Victoria Square is a perfect example of practicality and a touch of glamour with the cosy faux-fur collar.
The tailored shape still has a relaxed feel and is a softer option than the bulky aviator style jackets that will be big this season.
Also look out for Geox's quilted, goose feather jacket-capes in glossy aubergine, brown, and black.
Behind The Scenes of Trend Spotter Photoshoot at The OUTLET Village, Banbridge
Thursday, 29 July 2010 23:05
Check out our behind the scenes video of our gorgeous fashion shoot Trend Spotter shot on location at The OUTLET Village, Banbridge and featuring all the big SS10 trends as stocked at the fabulous retailers at The OUTLET at up to 70% off. We hope you love it. And do watch right to the end the last minute or so is our uber fabulous team including Sugahfix editor Katrina Doran who is a huge fan of the fashion fabulous bargains to be had at The OUTLET.
Trend Alert - New Look A/W '10
Thursday, 29 July 2010 14:12
By Andrea McVeigh.
NEW LOOK unveiled its Autumn/Winter collection in London recently and Sugahfix was there to suss out the trends we'll all be wearing come Autumn, before they hit the shops.
From the return of fabulous faux fur cropped jackets - perfect for wearing over either skinny jeans or '50s-style dresses - to the fabbest maxi dresses on the High Street, we've got our eyes on these gems:
The jeans: The only skinnies to be seen in will be New Look's black-on-black jacquard-print skinny jeans (£25) - halfway between jeggings and jeans, with added tattoo-style print.
The jumper dress: Drawing on Alpine influences and Fair Isle knits, the jumper dress makes a welcome return, teamed with Yeti-style faux fur boots.
The maxi: This summer's staple, the maxi dress, gets an elegant twist and just a hint of Abigail's Party playfulness, with baroque style prints in slinky chiffons and lace.
The jacket: When we're not saluting the Sgt. Pepper look, with military style jackets, and coats in blood red and khaki green, we'll be getting cosy in a cropped faux fur.
The boots: Knee-length AND wedge - it's footwear fabness. We'll be rocking a pair of suede lace-up boots (£50) with everything from tartan mini skirts to 3/4 length A-line skirts, depending on whether we're in a punky or a preppy-chic mood.
The lingerie: Wowzer - we don't think these babies are meant to be worn under clothes at all, but for prancing around the house in, and for added burlesque bravado that's set to have your fella drooling, we're loving this printed ruffle satin bra (£12) and matching ruffle high-waisted briefs (£6).
ENCHANTMENT
Monday, 26 July 2010 15:09
By Katrina Doran.
Fashion and fantasy go hand and hand in our latest photoshoot ‘Enchantment' shot on location at Parkanaur Manor House and Forest Park.
We added a little sprinkle of fashion fairy dust to our models who embodied the spirit of flower goddesses and forest nymphs.
Fashion Designer Una Rodden created a version of one her peach silk couture gowns specially for the shoot with yards and yards of flawless silk in the skirt for utter fashion decadence. Worn by Style Academy model Julie Doherty it was the perfect first shot of the day - with the mid day sun lighting the scene and a perfect breeze billowing out the sumptuous silk. The gorgeous vintage head pieces worn with Una's couture dresses are all from Dream Jewels in Moira.
For the forest scenes we created room set-ups with fabulous furniture from Derrys Furniture Emporium - with our burly (!) photographer and assistant hiking the pieces halfway up a hill to the perfect location.
The models were driven in 4x4's from the prep room at Parkanaur Manor House through the forest park and still had to hike up a hill to our perfect location, deep in the forest.
The boudoir scene features vintage and antique trinkets from Dream Jewels vintage in Moira, and clothes by Candy Plum, Hillsborough.
Our tree angel Catherine complete with feathered wings watched over our vintage bride in a supercute strapless dress with layered chiffon skirt from The Boudoir at The Linen Green.
Lizzie Agnew's couture wedding dresses are draped across a chaise longue in a clearing filled with pretty buttercups. Christina spotted a tiny frog in the undergrowth and scampered off to catch him - unfortunately for Christina the little froggy wasn't an enchanted Prince but it certainly made for a fun photo!
Christina got all wistful and romantic as she stepped-back-in-time a vintage 1950s wedding dress from Raspberry Beret and this time her pre-planned frog Prince kiss was a silver-jeweled trinket from Willo.
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Photography by Brendan Gallagher Models: Julie Doherty at Style Academy, Catherine McAteer, and Christina McLean at Pose. Make-up by Julie Davidson Hair by Olivia Muldoon Art Direction and Clothes Styling by Katrina Doran from Sugahfix.com Furniture from Derrys Furniture Emporium Vintage style birdcages and silver frog trinket box all from Willo, Ormeau Road, Belfast.
University of Ulster 1st & 2nd year Students Collections
Thursday, 24 June 2010 16:20
Northern Ireland's fashion design talent was showcased at the University of Ulster's end of year fashion show in the newly refurbished foyer of the Belfast campus on York Street.
Marking the opening of the Ulster Festival of Design, the show, sponsored by Victoria Square, featured work from 1st and 2nd year fashion students as well as collections from the final year students.
Style Academy models showcased unique creations by textile and fashion students in a range of expertise including inspired knitwear, tactile prints and embossed textiles.
Janet Coulter, Senior Lecturer in Fashion Design, said: "This show provides a platform for the vast wealth of creative talent we have at here the University of Ulster. These collections, which are the result of a lot of hard work and dedication, show that with determination and knowledge, anything is possible."
Stephen King, Lecturer in Fashion, added: "This year's graduates have excelled themselves in terms of innovation, design and commerciality and have made excellent use of technology at the university, such as laser cutting and digital printing."
1st and 2nd year students are featured left and below with final year students collections featured in a separate gallery. Click here to view.
Photography by Jessica Weber
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Loving It Light - To The Max!
Tuesday, 15 June 2010 22:54
By Katrina Doran.
Love it or hate it you can't deny the impact that Sex and The City 2 has had on fashion this season. From harem pants to Halston Heritage the girls' trip to Abu Dhabi was pure fashion fantasy. The big fashion trend that has transferred as effortlessly from the big screen into our wardrobes is the maxi dress.
Sugahfix.com has teamed up with Diet Coke to bring you a selection of the best maxi dresses and essential earrings to get the SATC2 Abu Dhabi look.
Safari looks used to be all about utility: safari suits with multi pockets - this year Sex and the City's uber stylist Patricia Field unleashed her styling genius on Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda's wardrobes. She kicked the khaki and went completely wild with vibrant colour and yards of fabric to billow like Bedouin tents in the desert.
Diet Coke's ethos is all about ‘loving it light' and the light flowy fabric of the perfect maxi dress makes dressing for summer so effortlessly easy - we're loving it!. Wear with gladiator flats and accessories to suit your mood: pile on the jangling jewellery or let the dress do all the work for you.
We're loving the navy cutwork maxi dress (£55) from ASOS.com (below centre) which instantly reminded us of a similar vintage number Carrie wore in the SATC series and it's also a similar shape to the tangerine dress Carrie wears for her walk on Abu Dhabi's beach as she reflects on her kiss with Aiden. The embroidery, scalloped edge and crisscross waistband detail all cinch in that waist. The shape also elongates the body as it draws the eye downwards to the detail on the hem.
The ‘Monica' maxi £70 from Monsoon (pictured top) is perfect for summer nights. Team with beachy hair, oversized earrings and bangles galore. The ultimate floaty maxi dress (pictured above) from M&S Per Una Speziale range (£175) with beading and jewelled detail really is special - perfect for a wedding or the races but can also be worn for easy night-time glamour.
The long lines of the floaty maxi dress are fabulous for the fuller figure. The long lines elongate the body and skim over any lumps and bumps. The is gorgeous tiered skirt maxi dress(£65) from Evans (below left) hides upper arms and brings attention to the areas you want to show off - that curvaceous cleavage!
Proving that maxi doesn't have to mean print (pictured right)- this White 'Goddess' one shoulder maxi dress (£70) by Label Lab at House of Fraser (pictured right) would be brilliant addition to a holiday wardrobe as it could be thrown on with a pair of flip flops for dinner and you'll look instantly elegant. Holiday packing tip - don't fold jersey items - roll them! Work from the top down to the hem and you'll be able to wear your maxi dress straight from the suitcase with zero ironing.
Patricia Field loves to style the SATC gals with huge statement earrings for their Abu Dhabi scenes. Get the look with oversized styles in natural materials like wood, shell, feathers and precious metal tones. Earrings bring attention up to the face and larger shapes are very flattering on the jawline. They also add shape and detail to compliment soft wavy hairstyles as worn by the SATC gals throughout the film.
Pictured below - Wood & metal drop earrings, £6 from Matalan, gold Harem Gypsy Chandelier £14 from Accessorize, multi Aloha Shimmer Disco Earrings £5 from Accessorize
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Here Comes Summer at Harrison Boutique
Thursday, 10 June 2010 21:50
By Katrina Doran.
Back in March during Belfast FASHION WEEK we sighed blissfully as floaty fabrics and swishy maxidresses from Harrison boutique inspired us for summer.
With the sunshine peaking through the ash clouds - we thought we'd take this opportunity to pass on the inspiration. If you're looking for the perfect outfit for that summer wedding, garden party or just looking fabulous on your happy hols.
Harrison boutique located just opposite Osbourne Park on the Lisburn Road is such a fab shopping experience as not only do they stock covetable brands like Traffic People, Darling and Rare plus celebrity favs Siwy, Paige and Soaked in Luxury - if you try on a dress that's a little bit neat - no problem - they have Spanx as well!
Feeling a little pasty? Pick up a bottle Xen Tan and get that glow. They probably even have the perfect matching nail polish too! Gotta love that.
The OUTLET set The Sugahfix Gals a 'Bargainista challenge' to create a 'lookbook' of all the key SS10 season trends available right now from their stores. While skeptics might say it would be easy to find individual items like a fabulous shoe or a gorgeous dress - the Sugahfix challenge was to put together total outfits from head to toe and we have to say - it was actually pretty easy with all the gorgeous stock to pick from.
We put together 22 fabulous on-trend looks with crazy bargains like the Luella dress reduced from £495 to £49.95 and the most flattering harem style trousers I've come across in Oasis at a 'go crazy!' price of just £5! Nautical, Double Denim, Khaki, Tribal, Nude, Floral, Animal print - we found them all - and more!
Whether you need a whole new outfit for a special occasion or you just need a great dress or a pair of shoes to put the finishing touches to your look - the savings to be had at The OUTLET are simply amazing! Often saving over half of the original price.
For example our double denim look with denim jacket and tan leather satchel from Oasis, dress from Pilot and Espadrilles from LK Bennett originally would have cost £188.99 but at The OUTLET the total was just £77.99 a whopping saving of £111!
At The OUTLET you can even indulge your designer desires at The Designer Studio with your last chance to pick up Luella pieces - some at less that £50 and fabulous Armani and DKNY items, Calvin Klein underwear and the LK Bennett store is a must shop for anyone looking for an outfit for a wedding or the races. The shoe selection alone is worth the trip!
Be it bridal or special occasion wear Blush have an eye-popping array of stunning designer dresses.
Jenny Packham's gorgeous gowns are made for the runway as a well as that important walk up the aisle with the lightweight fabrics moving and flowing at the hem - effortlessly chic.
The devil really is in the detail with Blush's collections with Swarovski crystal and intricate beadwork adding flourishes of embellishment that make these dresses truly special.
Show stylist Danielle Hibbert of Fashion Pharmacy commented, "One retailer which really wowed the audience was Blush.
"As Jude donned the funky-mirrored catwalk, the whole audience gasped at their floor length gold bridal gown (pictured left) with embellished shoulders and equally sparkly head piece (as worn by Cheryl Cole on X Factor) jaws literally dropped at this stunning Jenny Packham gown.
The couture dresses by Lizzie Agnew - proprietor of Atelier, Queen's Arcade, shared the runway with Atelier's boutique labels at Belfast Fashion Week. Famed for their dresses Atelier's ranges include the iconic Stop Staring range, Laura Lees, Jovanna of London, Prophecy, Traffic People and brand new label Eucalyptus.
Lizzie's vintage-inspired creations have gained her acclaim for her bridal and special occasion dresses in shorter lengths, which can be very difficult to find in a typical bridal boutique.
We loved the adorable posie (pictured left) created with vintage broaches by Atelier's own jewellery and acessory designer Sharon Hay.
Show stylist Danielle Hibbert of Fashion Pharmacy commented, "The talented designs from local designer Lizzie Agnew and the boutique lables from Atelier came in a range of pretty pastels from dusty blues, grey and of course this seasons hottest shade, nude. Her girly shapes and flowing fabrics gave each dress its own individuality. To wear one of Lizzie's dresses makes you feel utterly feminine and totally girlie. The dresses from Atelier are on all our 'must-have' lists for summer parties and events."
Una Rodden's couture creations always steal the show at Belfast Fashion Week and there were swoons, oohs and aahs from the audience as the models sashayed down the runway in her jaw-droppingly gorgeous dresses.
Sumptuous silks, embellished brocade and leather detailing added contrast with one shoulder motif being a key look.
Show stylist Danielle Hibbert of Fashion Pharmacy commented, "Una Rodden, as per usual wowed the crowds with her stunning creations. My personal favourite looks were worn by Former Miss Northern Ireland and Voodoo IMS boss Lucy Evangelista who wore the amazing peach silk dress, which was clinched at the waist with a metallic gold belt.
"Model Martha wore ‘The Dress' which was featured in the hugely successful ad campaign for the shows (pictured left) and this dress was sold straight off the models back at our closing event ‘Style Saturday'."
One minute it's sunny, the next it's chilly - what to wear when you get all four seasons in one day?
We're wedded to our cardigans these days, but they are, it has to be said, a tad boring - so we're going shopping for a lovely new leather, or leather-style 'pleather', jacket.
It's the new transition jacket that'll see us from spring into summer - edgier than a preppy blazer but not as cumbersome as a mac and much sassier than a cardi.
For the past few years we've been all about fitted denim jackets over summer clothes, but the new leather adds a twist to the look.
Forget images of a brooding, macho Marlon Brando in On The Waterfront, this new trend is gorgeously girly and fresh.
The new micro jacket comes in any colour other than black, and is so adaptable we'll be wearing it with everything from summery dresses to tees-and-jeans as well as knock-em-dead party frocks.
Nothing adds an edge to a floral day dress or a body-con disco dress better than a leather jacket.
All the high street stores, not to mention our local boutiques, have got biker-style, leather and pleather jackets in all manner of soft pastel colours for summer.
New Look comes tops with its pink luxe biker jacket at a mere £20 (pictured left), the sumptuous soft pink works fantastically well over ditzy-print summer dresses as well as tees and jeans.
Tesco has come up trumps with its F&F pink biker jacket at £30 while Evans has a softer, more fluid style of jacket in a dark grey.
We've also spotted an adorable blue version in Dorothy Perkins.
Pink, blue, purple, grey, whatever colour the new leather jackets come in, even good old, traditional black - we want!
Magners Light Student Design Award
Tuesday, 06 April 2010 16:48
By Katrina Doran.
Magners Light Spring into Summer ‘Deadly Designer' themed evening, culminated with the Magners Light Student Design Award, sponsored by Vera Wang. 2nd yr fashion students at University of Ulster designed an outfit to the theme 'light and soul' which is also Magners Light's strapline.
Second year University of Ulster design student Laura Abraham scooped the award, and was presented with £500 from James Simpson, marketing manager for Magners Light, as well as a priceless week's work experience with Vera Wang's top couturier Kiko Randon, in London.
Laura's inspiration was a play on spring flowers with a detail of the text 'He loves me, he loves me not' embroidered around the skirt.
For her trip to London Laura will certainly travel in style with designer luggage from with Antler, compliments of The OUTLET.
Photography by Jessica Weber.
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Magners Light Spring into Summer '10 Deadly Designer
Tuesday, 06 April 2010 15:26
By Katrina Doran.
Magners Light Spring into Summer ‘Deadly Designer' theme and opened with a MLSIS's signature opening sequence - with the addition of designer sunglasses and quirky Ray Bans from Lisburn Road designer opticians EK Eyewear (pictured left).
Gail Conway Boutique in Carrickfergus, Style World in Bangor, The Boudoir in Dungannon all showed stunning new season collections.
The show also featured up-and-coming avant-garde designer Gillian
Patterson.
Designer retailers LK Bennett, DKNY and Armani at The Designer Studio at The OUTLET, Bridgewater Park, Banbridge showed key pieces for the season at up to 70% off.
Vera Wang's stunning bridal collection rounded up the first half of the show.
The second half of the show featured new season collections from retailers within Victoria Square, including Cruise, Calvin Klein, Urban Outfitters, LK Bennett, Ted Baker, Tommy Hillfiger, Coast, Reiss and House of Fraser.
Photography by Jessica Weber.
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Magners Light Spring into Summer '10 Something Old-Something New
Thursday, 01 April 2010 15:40
Magners Light Spring into Summer ‘Something Old, Something New', showcased an explosion of quirky femininity by high street favourites.
Big name High Street retailers within Victoria Square including House of Fraser, Monsoon, Firetrap, Pepe Jeans, Levis, Pull and Bear and Clockwork Orange all showed key looks for the new fashion season.
After the interval featured kitsh independent retailer Yoke, Junction One, Oxfam Vintage, Dorothy Perkins in Castle Court, Oasis in Donegall Place, Belfast all took to the catwalk. Belfast Metropolitan College first year students reinforced their support of the ‘Unite Against Hate' campaign and customised Unite Against Hate t-shirts.
‘Big Hair' was the theme created by the award-winning team at Zuni Hairdressing which was complemented with striking make-up by make-up artist Oonagh Boman and her Elite make-up team.
Photography by Jessica Weber.
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Young Designers at SS10 West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK
Wednesday, 24 March 2010 21:56
By Katrina Doran.
Northern Ireland's exciting young fashion designers showed their new collections at Friday's show at West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK.
Newry-based Katie McGuigan, whose CCKT label is making waves with fashion industry big wigs in New York and London, showcased her latest work of printed slouchy sweatshirts and tees.
Recessionistas picked up key ideas from Belfast City Council's Stitch & Style team with their recycled and customised designs.
Katie Wilson, a protégée of established designer Una Rodden showed her cool deconstructed tailoring (pictured left) while young Coleraine designer Bridgene Graham showed her soft and dreamy designs featuring edgy shoulder details and light-as-air feathery textures.
Photography by Jessica Weber.
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The jacket: When we're not saluting the Sgt. Pepper look, with military style jackets, and coats in blood red and khaki green, we'll be getting cosy in a cropped faux fur. 
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Northern Ireland's fashion design talent was showcased at the University of Ulster's end of year fashion show in the newly refurbished foyer of the Belfast campus on York Street.
By Katrina Doran.
The ‘Monica' maxi £70 from Monsoon (pictured top) is perfect for summer nights. Team with beachy hair, oversized earrings and bangles galore. The ultimate floaty maxi dress (pictured above) from M&S Per Una Speziale range (£175) with beading and jewelled detail really is special - perfect for a wedding or the races but can also be worn for easy night-time glamour.
By Katrina Doran.
The OUTLET set The Sugahfix Gals a 'Bargainista challenge' to create a 'lookbook' of all the key SS10 season trends available right now from their stores. While skeptics might say it would be easy to find individual items like a fabulous shoe or a gorgeous dress - the Sugahfix challenge was to put together total outfits from head to toe and we have to say - it was actually pretty easy with all the gorgeous stock to pick from.
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