Monthly Archives: October 2010

Old Hollywood Glamour: Ava Gardner |vintage fashion

 

We at Darling, recognise that we simply could not do vintage without giving a nod to some of the most stylish women to grace Hollywood. This week we shall be showing you a few treats from a lady who certainly dressed to kill, and most importantly show you how to bring some her looks into the 21st century. This week Darling, looks at one of Hollywood’s greatest Femme Fatales, Ava Gardner… (more…)

The Sun-18th October

One of the nation’s favourite newspapers delights in Darling as the prize pick for petites ladies.


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darling clothes,the sun, autumn/winter, style, collection, darling clothes, petite

For the closer look at the Bea coat, just click here

Quick Fashion Tip: How To Dress Up a Pair of Jeans

When getting ready to go out there can be a mountain of things to do: the hair, the make-up and most importantly, the outfit. Amongst all the twisting, teasing, plucking, plaiting and pampering, it can get all too complicated in our girls clothing, but there is one thing to remember; sometimes it’s best to keep it simple. All too often denim is overlooked when it comes finding a smart way to dress, just because it is touted as the casual staple, doesn’t mean that it has to BE casual. There are styles that range from straight leg to boot cut from Harem to wide leg it does not matter if you buy them at the local market or you shop online. Our only advice when attempting to buy clothes online (or anywhere else for that matter) is make sure they fit and that they are ironed well and are comfortable enough to be worn for a night on the town, darker denim is usually considered more appropriate for formal wear however, don’t let this restrict you especially if shopping online.

The Heels

Stiletto, chunky and kitten and so forth, we know the range, we know you know the range that’s available when it comes to clothes and shoe shopping- either way heels are always going to make you a little bit dressier. Of course, heels alone can’t turn an everyday outfit into runway material, but with a good look around when shopping; you can really dress up your denim with some fashionable footwear. It’s also worth noting that heels make the legs look longer and leaner so grab a pair you can walk in and treat the world like your very own catwalk.

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Darling clothes, tunic, sale, autumn winter, tops, dress up jeans,

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Another Darling Fan!

Just as we were about to decide to give up television, (honestly) we came across this flame- haired beauty wearing Darling on MTV’s brand new Friday show. The aptly named Celebrity Bites is hosted by the gorgeous, funny and of course VERY stylish newest on air personality, Alice Levine. (more…)

Cosmopolitan Bride- October/November

Another mention for our Darling coats, see what the justified fuss is all about

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Darling clothes,cosmopolitan bride, magazine, old hollywood, classical, vintage

Sunday Times- 19th September

Its definite a fashion romance here, experience nothing but love for the lace in our dresses

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darling clothes, sunday times, autumn/winter, style, collection, darling clothes

Heat Magazine- 11th September

With camel touted as the on trend colour this winter, it is absolutely impossible to get the hump with us- as Heat Magazine kindly agrees. For a sample of our lovelies click here.

Darling Clothes, Heat magazine, sale, autumn/winter

Darling Clothes, Heat magazine, sale, autumn/winter

Cosmopolitan Bride- August/September

Keep the cold out and the fabulous in, with our selection of  wonderful winter coats as mentioned by Cosmopolitan Bride- for the range just click here

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Darling clothes,cosmopolitan bride, magazine, old hollywood, classical, vintage

Look Magazine – 23rd August

Look Magazine reaffirms that granny chic is the way forward. Take a peak at our Maisie dress, for a list of the Autumn range just click here.

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Darling clothes, grace tunic, sale, autumn winter,look magazine

You & Your Wedding- July/August

Weddings- a stressful time for pretty much almost everyone. Make sure you’re covered (well, least your shoulders) with our beautiful jacket featured here…

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Darling clothes, charlotte shrug Grazia magazine, close up Darling Clothes