Ask Max C London: What Could I Wear to a Wedding?

Uh Oh! It’s wedding season, and if you’re anything like us you are probably wondering what on earth to wear, from the bag to the shoes to the colour scheme to whether to don a big old hat.
The only rules we would only ever say you abide by is do not by any circumstances wear black, when there are sooo many spectrums of colour out there. We’d also say try and avoid head to toe white, unless you are the bride of course, and finally make sure you catch the bouquet!
So with those little things established, we’ll show what we’ve got for you this week. We have gone for two looks this week, one modern and fresh for those summery days and the second is inspired by the roaring 20’s and screams ‘I know how to rock a few trends I do!’
Let’s take a look:

The V neck summer dress is vibrant and we are rather fond of a bit of shoulder detail. We thought we’d carry on the vibrancy and introduce a pop of unexpected orange to draw attention to the other details in the dress, and what a better way to bring it to a neat finish with a sophisticated satchel.
Swirling V Neck Dress, £32, Fiona Shoes,£35, Parmar Shoes; Thai Silk Scarf, £10, Ebay; Summer Tone Satchel, £38.
The Second Look:

So what do we have here? Well it’s a colour block, it’s a pleated maxi dress with a flapper girl edge (also provided by the studded pyramid clutch handbag) topped off with some pretty snazzy vintage head gear.
Such a mix mash of trends sound a lot on paper, but just look at it! It still remains effortless and graceful, and the hat will draw attention for the right reason instead of how many cups of tea it could possibly fit in it, oh yes this is one of our favourite ensembles…
Pleat Maxi Dress, £45; Stella Shoes,£32 Parma Shoes; Pyramid Studded Clutch, £15; Teal Blue Vintage Inspired Colche Helmet Hat, £52, Tradefar; 1920s Flapper Style Hat, £52, Tradefar
What’s the verdict girlies, which look would you go for? Today is the LAST day of the sale so grab yourself a deal!
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Leila London Really REALLY loves: The Super Summer Sale

Ladies the time of year has come, the sun has finally been hot enough, the days are long and the sales are super sweet! If you didn’t know already we are currently on sale with items  up to 50% off, and you thought that was all… we are doing this ALL MONTH LONG!
Good news eh girls? 
In our total excitement, the Leila London team collectively picked out some of our favourite sales pieces this week:

Leila London Sale Items, Vero Moda, Closet, Vila

1. Closet printed jumpsuit, was £44.95 NOW £22.50; 2.Contrast belt dress, was £49.95 NOW £25;  3. Vero Moda Hera Top, was £37 NOW £18.50; 4.Vila lace shorts, was £29.99 NOW £15Vero

So ladies, what have you spotted in the sale? Don’t forget you can claim points on ALL your purchases so don’t be shy… let the summer MADNESS begin!

Any queries, comment or if you just aren’t  sure how to wear an item, we can help just drop us a tweet or get at us on Facebook

Enjoy July Girls!

The Leila Team xx

Girl Tips: Make Like Ellie Goulding and Get Starrey Eyed|Beauty

With the weekend always to look forward to with nights in, dinner parties, or our favourite past time- painting the town a blazing red, beauty regimes can get tiring not to mention costly- so what do we do? Well what we usually do and look for and try out a range of budget beauty tips and pass them on to you, so here are the quality tips we discovered this week…
Embrace the Water of Life


Ok, so drinking water is not the biggest secret to man when it comes to taking care of your skin, however, that’s not to say it is followed. Test for dehydration by pinching the skin on the back of your hands, if it takes more than a single second for it retract- then it is time to start gulping the good stuff down…
Get ‘Glamping’

It’s festival time a time of great music, secret snogs, and unfortunately awful hair. Glam up your look with a French plait (or a make shift French plait hair band) it will disguise any dirt or grease- keep locks slick by smoothing down flyaway areas with Vaseline.
A Spot of Bother


Got a big blazing red spot on your chin? Reduce the redness by boiling apple slices and crushing them into a paste, apply and wait. The enzymes in the fruit will significantly reduce the colouring and size of your spots.
Skin Patrol


Give your skin an extra boost by lightly mixing gold glitter into your foundation. The reflective light in the glitter will perk up your skin beautifully and will help your base coat last just that little bit longer.
It’ll be all white on the night


Get those pearly white well… pearly white, after brushing with your normal toothpaste, pop some baking powder onto your toothbrush, and brush and brush as normal.
Got a beauty tips or queries- just tell us all below or better still, bring the discussion here

Make Ours a Cuppa Darling

Good day ladies, we hope your start to the week is going swimmingly. This week we thought as we sat down drinking a cup of the lovely stuff that we’d take a look at one of the most defining aspects of Britishness, want a few clues as to what we are talking about?
1. It is a natural source of fluoride that can help protect against tooth decay and gum disease.
2. In British soap operas it is the first thing offered upon the receipt of bad news.
3. 80% of office workers claim they find out more about the developments of their company over a cup that they do any other way.
That’s right ladies you guessed it we’re talking about the elixir of British life a good old cup of tea- two sugars please!
So where can you find a good cuppa these days? Well we’ve read reviews and looked around and we have proudly put together our top three tea rooms…

Miller Harris Tea Room

21, Bruton Street,
London
W1S 6QD

This tea room has an interesting concept, combining the two senses; taste and smell. Pick up a gorgeous perfume and then reward yourself with a well deserved cup of cha, and at teas from £4 per person, you won’t break the bank anytime soon either!
Tea fact: Did you know that the number of recommended cups of tea to gain significant benefit is 4.
(Tea Council, 2011)
Betty’s
1, Parliament Street
Harrogate
HG1 2QU

This tea room is Yorkshire charm combined with elegance, from the beautifully wrought iron exterior, to the extensive array of cakes, breads and wonderful Yorkshire tea. It is a perfect treat for a loved one with and gift vouchers readily available, it gets our vote!
Tea fact: Did you know that tea is as effective as removing warts as any topical ointment, this is due to the acidity of the tannin present in the tea. Therefore leaving a moist teabag on a wart for 15 minutes a day will cause a wart to shrink and disappear!
(Foodeu.com, 2008)
St. James Tea Room (Fortnum & Mason)
181, Piccadilly
London
W1

Often described as the Mecca for tea lovers, it has a vast range of teas including one that was specially made for King Edward VII, it also provides a stunning assortment of hampers complete with ‘food of the season’- to put it simply, if you want a fine cup of tea they have the finest!
Tea Fact: Did you know tea was discovered in 2737 BC by Chinese Emperor Shen –Nun who was considered a divine healer when some leaves accidently blew into pot of boiling water.
(learnabouttea.com,2011)
So ladies how many sugars do you take? Have you visited any of these places? What’s your favourite brand?
So many questions so little time, let us know your thoughts on our Facebook or keep in touch with our always actively active Twitter!

It's Discount Time Girlies!

If you didn’t know already and you are currently looking sadly at your rather lukewarm cup of coffee, then cheer up now, as we a Leila London in conjunction with the marvellous More Magazine are offering a wonderful 15% off all clothing.

Yes ladies the bank holiday may have ended but we know we can continue with the crusade to provide seriously affordable clothing.

So what do you have to do?
Well just make sure you type in the code LEILAMORE (in capitals) at the checkout to receive your discount today!
So what will you purchase? Let us know below or bring the discussion over here

Decisions, Decisions and More Decisions: Vintage v Modern Chic Themed Weddings

When planning a wedding everything needs to be considered from the caterers to who will be the flower girl. However, before that can go full speed ahead, what always needs to be decided is what style or theme the wedding will be. What many fail to realise when selecting a style, is that it needs to effectively translate though the dress and its accessories, but everything from the table decorations to the invitations and name settings.
So Let’s Start: Remember the Choice is Yours

It does not matter what the latest overprice bridal magazines have said is the hottest trend this month, always go for what YOU prefer. Whether that is, in this example, the soft floral edges tweet crochet and the all round country feel of vintage; or the cool crisp structured and strong feel of modern chic designs.
So how do you decide what to pick?

Well, both motifs have advantages and beautiful themes can be created around each style. Just imagine for a moment, you decide on having a vintage wedding with the old age custom ‘something old something new’ as inspiration. By wearing genuine vintage pieces you get the character and charms along with all the sentimental values associated with the ‘old’ item; and by having accessories tailored through bespoke services you get the ‘new effect and exactly how you want.

With such a detailed range of vintage lace fabrics, colours and dresses right up to table decoration now so widely available, it is hard to believe that once upon a time we were heavily encouraged to ‘chuck out the chinz’ and shop in more modern stores like the ‘infamous’ Ikea and DFS.

However, vintage is not for everyone- so let’s discuss the aspects of modern chic.
Think, crisp white linen table cloths, dark frock coats and beautiful bridal gowns laden with sparkles and jewels! In order to the most of your dress, think monochrome, think a stunning tiara with plenty of height complete with clear Swarovski crystals, not sure about wearing a tiara? Then try the more subtle golden bride hair comb with fresh water pearls, and compliment with delicate jewellery. The look here should aim to be soft, simple and structured with clear lines to show off the best features.

Still undecided?
It can be hard to stick to just one idea especially if like many budding brides they are having ideas put to them constantly. Therefore if you are feeling particularly adventurous you could mix the two themes together. A modern theme with vintage hues can work well, a bird cage here, a floral garland there, combined with plain white bone china crockery with high shine white glasses, and accessories can be as dramatic as you like, such as using big floral influences for example. The idea when trying to merge two effect is TRY everything until you get it right but avoid using everything, root around, find treasure old and new and remember everything no matter who tell you otherwise IS adaptable.

The Verdict

Honestly, hand on hear for me vintage weddings just radiate total magic, enchantment and hold the added sentiment you just do not get with brand new pieces. Vintage accessories often have the edge in adding character and provide history; envisage on the big day wearing Grandma’s beautiful brooch-come hair comb, knowing that it has ties with some very loving memories. Imagine how then future bride Kate Middleton must have felt wearing what is serious history on her hand as she walked up the aisle. Yes wearing vintage that is custom made makes all the difference is capturing that extra magic that’s greatly needed for one of the most important days of a person’s life.

You simply just can’t beat that vintage touch.
Ladies what do you think, do you agree that you just can’t beat that vintage touch?
Let us know below, or better still bring the discussion here and find what we in conjunction with the lovely Claire are giving away!

The Spot Test Part 2: 5 Ways To Get That Stain Out! |Vintage

Remember our last spot test on caring for your vintage wear? Well we know that for vintage hunters that there will come a time when no matter how gorgeous an items is,  a slightly more serious stain will leave you thinking ‘ I can’t really buy this, I mean look at that stain!’  Well fret no more our handy stain removal tips will have you reviving garments in no time…
*Please note for older and very delicate vintage items it is best you do not try and remove stains yourself instead, seek a professional cleaner or ask the person that has sold the item to you.Now that’s out of the way here are the tips we have learned and discovered.

Warm Water

This may sound too basic, but sometimes that is all you need, how many time you have spilled something that only requires a damp clothes to clean? The same principle applies here, just place a cloth underneath the item where the stain is and blot the desired area with a damp and warm cloth.

Away with the Fairy…Soap.

When removing a stain and little reinforcement is needed, always start at the most basic and gentle then move up. If the warm water does not shift the issue, try washing up liquid for example, Fairy or Persil. Squirt a few drops in warm water, rinse with a sponge and blot as gently as necessary.

Window Cleaner- OOOMPA!

Remember Mr Portokalos from My Big Fat Greek Wedding who used Windex for everything? Well he wasn’t wrong. If the stain is still troubling, try the famous glass cleaner- it is known as Windolene in the UK, make sure you do a fabric test on a small discrete corner to check the material is compatible, and remember there may be ammonia in the product so always test before a full application.

Lemon Juice and Salt.

These two homely products make an excellent natural beach so before investing heavy industrial items, mix equals parts of the lemon and salt, blot the offending article with the mixture and leave it the sun to dry. The sun combined with the mixture should the fade the problem away and if it doesn’t there is always…

Alcohol.

We don’t mean hit the bottle, but use it, hope is not lost yet. Try treating the affected area with alcohol, preferably in pure form (think of rubbing alcohol) or if necessary a clear spirit. ALWAYS test an area before taking this step, place a cloth underneath the items and blot as required.
NB: Always rinse items with warm water in between trying methods so to avoid products counteracting with each other with detrimental effects, and always be gentle it is best to dab and blot slowly than it is to rub and scrub quickly.
So there you have it, more quick tips with long lasting benefits. Have you got any tricks up your sleeves then let us know below  or better still start a discussion here.

Get the Look: Bold and Beautiful...

So the weather is starting to do that typical British thing and become unpredictable boo and extra double hiss, but hey that’s not going to stop us is it girls?
But hey instead of feeling blue about the weather, we’re going to wear it and then we are going to wear red then pink and then perhaps even purple! After seeking inspiration from the likes of Kate Bosworth, Victoria Beckham and Katie Holmes, we are now going to strike a pose and strut like perfect peacocks in bright colours and shine just as brightly as these star do, after all positive dress makes for a positive mind and better still, positive results…
How to Shine Like a Star:

Here are our  inspired looks this week…

Which look would you wear? Are you not brave enough for bright colours, tell us below, or better still bring the discussion here.

Forecast Fashion :May Day

As the UK flirts with good weather while secretly worrying about those dreaded showers,  (especially when there’s a bank holiday) , there is always going to be that problem when you wake up in the morning, look outside, look in the mirror and look outside to then look in the mirror again, followed by the proclaim ‘I just don’t know what to wear today!’
We’ve ALL been there and that’s why you have us, so relax, we’ve got the weather report (based in London) and tips on what to wear, aren’t we great? Its ok, girls you are very welcome…

Would you like us to base our forecast fashion on another city? Would you wear something different? Then let us know below, or better still bring the discussion here

Dixon Does Darling! |Vintage Clothing

The beautiful Strictly Come Dancing judge Alesha Dixon gets top marks from us for wearing the rather charming Darling Bolero.
Glad she chose to cover those shoulders with our glamorous garment while attending the Joshua Foundation Gala, a charity that supports children with terminal illnesses.
Ah, what we wouldn’t do to hear Miss Dixon say ‘Entttaaaaa’ one more time, dare we say it is becoming a vintage phrase!
Score top marks by checking out their cardigans and boleros today…

Girl Tips: Royally Partied Out!|Beauty and Fashion

So Kate Middleton married her perfect prince and looked beautiful in a classic vintage dress designed by Alexander McQueen’s assistant Sarah Burton, the rude guard was suspended and banned from the wedding, the Obama’s weren’t invited but the Beckhams were and didn’t fail to impress. The vows were sweetly exchange followed by not one but two balcony kisses- not to mention the adorable bridesmaid who’d clearly had enough. Then like loyal subjects the Girlondon team partied for the future king and country, what a great day it was! *still wonders about that open bar*




Now fast forward it’s now Wednesday and with 2 four day weekends under our belts and adjusting back to routine can be a bit of a process. So girls did you party a little too much this weekend, are you still feeling the effects on your second day? (Lord knows we are!)

Well not to worry, we came across this useful video on great beauty tips which will hide/enhance (delete as appropriate) what you need. The blogger ‘VsDreamAngl22’ is 3 things: crazy, cool and cute, her voice goes a little higher than nature intended at times, but she is very entertaining and knows her stuff (check out her super clear skin). It is a must watch especially if you have had a bank holiday like ours!

Just because the temperatures are slighter cooler this week doesn’t mean you still can’t look hot!

Outfit of the Week *drum roll*

So did you watch the wedding, what did you think of the dress are you all partied out? We may be a little tired but we are never tired of hearing from you so let us know below, just want to chat then start a convo with us here.

Old Skool Cool Britannia |women's clothing

We love a good wedding especially when it gives us an extra few days to fit all the partying… ahem we mean celebrations in.
Yes girls, good weather will be upon us as we come closer to celebrating the up and coming nuptials between modern royals Prince William and his soon to be Princess Kate Middleton, (we think our invite got lost in the post). So girls, what will you wear to all those street ‘celebrations’?  We’ve got a few ideas up our sleeves this week so scroll down and see our looks  inspired by the street for it’s time to celebrate LONDON style (We are Girlondon after all) …

A little retro here a little vintage here throw in some classic  street 90′s and voila! You are good to go this look is all about coordination especially as you are travelling through the times with your wardrobe.

Who knew we could give a maxi skirt a bit of street cred, show a slither of sexy skin with the crop top maxi skirt combo, we’ve relaxed on the accessories but the tougher the better the skirt and sandals will still keep your look ultra feminine.

It’s tribal, it’s street, it’s sexy- enough said. The question is, would you rock it?

Not from London? Then show us how your city gets down here, like our look? Tell us below along with what your plans are  for partying or better still bring your discussion over here

Fashion News with Leila: No Bum Deal!

It’s that time of the week again; you scroll down and read what we’ve discovered in the hazy crazy world of fashion. This week we found out that this piece of news may be crazy but we don’t believe in poo pooing anyone’s efforts…

Tips for Cleaning and Caring for your Vintage

So you’ve bagged your vintage, followed our tips on keeping it in the best condition possible- but oh no what’s this, a stain you have never notice before? Well ladies before you confine your best purchase of the week to bin of no return try some of our tips the team have been taught over years…

Girl tips: Beauty Suggestions |Beauty and Fashion

Another busy day and another party to go to, it’s hard being beautiful isn’t it girls?
Well if like us you need a homemade boost from time to time then scroll down for more budget friendly lovelies which will leave your more room for the important things in life, like fashion and more parties .

Girl tip 1
Forget hairspray, use anti- perspirant on your face before apply your foundation, it will hold your make up in place, and save you time on reapplying, go on get your 48 hours worth!

Girl tip 2
Worries about your less than toned arms and legs? Brush bronzer on the outside of your arms and legs and it will slim them instantly, who needs the gym eh?

Girl tip 3
If your eyes are showing signs of too good a weekend perk them up my applying cold squeezed tea bags. The caffeine in the tea will help bring back that sparkle.

Girl tip 4
Give your hair the love it needs with a deep conditioning treatment; don’t blow half your wages on expensive lotions and potions. Blend mayonnaise, egg and milk chill in the fridge for 10 minutes and apply; the essential fats will give your barnet the boost it needs, your hair and your purse will thank you greatly!

Girl tip 5
Save splashing out in fancy nail salons. Instead, go to your local beauty college and get them done for a quarter of the price, the students will be well trained (and supervised) so you needn’t worry about leaving  a finger short, and you will be doing a good deed by helping a student gain their confidence in the nail industry may even help them pass their assessment- it’s win-win!
That’s your lot for this week, have you got any hidden budget beauty tips- then what you waiting for? Let us know in the magic box below! Or bring the discussion here

Oh Dolly Gosh! |Royal Vintage

Ok, as the days go by we admit we are getting more excited about the pending nuptials as the weeks go by. Is it wrong that we want this Princess Catherine doll below? (And we sort of still want this one as well).
So tell us, what would you wear if you were invited? Let us know below
In the meantime, check out our dream wedding outfits..

5 Easy Ways to Care for Your Vintage

So you’ve just paid a pretty penny for some gorgeous vintage wear, so what do you do? A) Hang it up and put it amongst your regular clothes B) Leave it on the floor and pick it up on the way out C) Take our tips and keep your clothes for longer. On that note, we’ve got 5 simple tips that only require just a little bit of effort and a lot of rewards…

• Keep fabrics out of sunlight. This is because the sun fades and breaks down fibres, you may love the sun but your clothes certainly won’t!

• Don’t store your items in plastic bag; allow your garments to ‘breathe’ by using muslin bags or acid free tissue and boxes.

• Use padded hangers when hanging up your clothes for extra protection and whatever you do steer clear of metal and wood hangers, the acid for the materials may cause staining and those are all your lovely pennies down the drain…

• Steam your silks, wools and synthetics as they are less harsh on these materials, save the ironing for the more ‘stubborn’ materials such as cotton and linen

• If you are unsure about how to wash a fabric, take it to the dry cleaners – they will clean it and they may just tell you how to deal with it in future, putting on a standard 40, may seem like the easy option but not when you can no longer get the item over your head, do it now and save the heartache.

Need some more tips or do you have any to share? Then let us know below! Or bring the discussion to us here

Let the Sun Shine! |Vintage Clothing

Experiencing weather changes but just don't know what to wear as the weather heats u?

Well how about one of these outfits for some serious inspiration- we’ve put together 3 looks that subtly embrace this season’s current trends; and don’t worry they may be subtle, but we guarantee you’ll turn a few heads! (Before you ask, yes do a pretty speedy next day delivery service) So relax, get inspired and go and get your clothes ready!
Have a great day
 xx

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Chin/ankle grazers/close fitting trousers/crochet and lace
Woo! Seems like there are a lot of things to work with, but to stick to our mantra and keep it simple. By keeping the colours similar with gradual lighter versions the majority of the focus will be on the top half, as the eye in theory will skim from bottom to top with a gradient effect. This allows for room to experiment with different textures such a lace and crochet. Keep the look balanced by having an item of jewellery that matches the top half of your outfit and another piece that matches the bottom.
Florals
Not everybody is confident about wearing bright floral colours so keep the design and stick to just one colour! Team with the most statement colour there (in this case it is black) we’ve dressed up our Romantic party skirt with a simple tank top, a quirky necklace and highly decorated bracelet with a neat belt to cinch in the waist and you’ll go from being fearful of the floral to princess of the prints!
Block colours
Wearing block colours can be the most daunting as it happily breaks all the rules, so how do you do it if you’re a bit nervous without feeling like you’ve raided a jumble sale?
Introduce yourself to the idea by splashing colour where you can best place is on the foot wear and the accessories. We’ve gone for one the hottest clashes of the year orange and blue, which we’ll admit out loud, does sound a bit dubious. However, by having the dress orange like our Closet Ponte wrap dress, the work is already done; just introduce a flick of blue around your outfit in the form of earrings and a stand out necklace and footwear. It is enough to make your outfit pop, although if you are feeling that more daring by the minute, crank it up a notch by coordinating your handbag with the earrings instead of the dress and team with a different coloured jacket in this instance you could add an emerald green- and pretty much leave others green with envy!
Go on try it and see!
Are you nervous about recent trends? Let us know below and we’ll see what we can do! Or better yet drop us a line here

Old Hollywood Glamour: R.I.P Elizabeth Taylor |Total Vintage

This was well over due so what better reason than to dedicate our Hollywood Glamour section to recently departed Hollywood star, Elizabeth Taylor.

Elizabeth Rosemond Taylor(February 27th 1932 – March 23rd 2011) Born to American Parents living in Britain, Taylor became a star pretty much the day she was born. After being born with genetic mutation that gave her double eyelashes which drew attention to her almost violet coloured eyes, she was blessed with looks that was destined for the silver screen. After a rather brief screen test after visits to studios with her former actress mother Sara Viola Warmbrodt, Taylor had the likes of MGM and Universal studios after her. Her first motion picture, which she starred in aged 9 There’s one born every minute (1942) was to be only film she did for Universal as she felt wasn’t overly welcome especially as she’d overheard the casting director say that her eyes were, “too old and [didn’t]have the face of a child.” Interestingly enough, it could be said that after she signed to MGM her looks combined with the ‘experience’ her face, held allowed her at 16 to play a 21 year old debutante who unknowingly marries a communist spy in the Conspirator (1949). Although the film itself didn’t set the box office world alight, Taylor was praised for her first adult lead in a film. Box office success followed a year later, when she featured in romantic comedy Father of the Bride (1950) which led to a successful but ‘boring’ sequel. Although Elizabeth had an amazing acting career, the media’s fascination with personal lives is nothing new. Taylor infamously or famously (however, you look at it) married 8 times twice to the same man , and when questioned about why she had chosen to marry so many times she famously retorted “I don’t know honey, it sure beats the hell out of me.” The man she chose to marry twice Richard Burton was the other half of the heavily documented prolific relationship. Burton and Taylor met while filming Cleopatra (1963), which he played Mark Anthony; their romance received much press as they were both married to other people. The coupling was such great media fodder for the tabloid, that Hollywood panicked when the couple considered not working for 3 months as it was considered that films that starred one or both of them generated half of Hollywood’s income. Another divorce and a few marriages later, the Cleopatra star continued to feature in films in the 1980’s but became more involved in political and charity issues; so much so that in 2003, Taylor decided not to attend the 75th Annual Academy Awards, due to opposition to Iraq war and publicly condemned then President George W Bush. In 2007, the star acted opposite James Earl Jones in a benefit performance of A.R Gurney’s play Love Letters. The event’s goal was to raise $1 million for her charity, The Taylor AIDS foundation. Despite her doing so much for others, Elizabeth’s health was not the best as throughout the years she had broken her back 5 times, had pneumonia twice, had a benign brain tumour and had skin cancer. Her later condition of congestive heart failure cause her to be admitted for treatment at the Cedars-Senai clinic in Los Angeles where she remained until she passed away surrounded by her four children. At her request, the funeral began fifteen minutes after it was scheduled to begin as she wanted to be late for her own funeral. Even in death Elizabeth Taylor certainly knew how to make an entrance! So how do bring some of her star quality to your wardrobe, we’ve narrowed it down to three things. 1. Curves –love them, use them and emphasise them. If you were not blessed in that department, create some by creating ruffles in the middle of your garments, pleating around the chest can also give a flatter chest a much bustier appearance. 2. Satin Dresses and sparkle- Ms Taylor just couldn’t resist a good old dress with spaghetti straps with a bit of sparkle. If you don’t feel you can handle satin try experiment with equally sexy material chiffon, you can add the sparkle with super sized earrings like a true starlet. 3. Got no time to dress like you’re going to a red carpet event? (Join the club) and try a little Liz casual (is there such a thing?) and wear off the shoulder baring tops and dresses and flowing skirts. We’ve created a few looks inspired by the late starlet…accessories featured are from Leila London

Love the Old Hollywood Glamour would you like anyone featured? Let us know below…or better yet come over here