Brooches can instantly give your look a feeling of decades past, so today we're showing you how to create your very own. Avoid the trouble of sifting through countless flea market bins by following these quick and easy steps. Use them to add sparkle to any top or vest, or even grab a long chain to transform it into a pendant necklace! Watch on to see how it's done. On Allison McNamara: Madewell sweater, Hale Bob vest. Hair and makeup by Kasia Bohos.
Yay, I've been waiting for Alexa Chung to make an appearance at the shows this week! She debuted her collection for Madewell at an off-site location, choosing to parade her pieces as a live photo shoot where models lounged around amongst vintage suitcases, bunches of flowers and a bicycle as cute props.
This collection has Alexa written all over it. Striped tees, short-shorts, polka-dotted dresses, and denim overalls all made up the casual range, cleverly styled back with vintage-style brooches, waisted belts and fine jewellery. The shoes are also worth a mention as clogs and heeled-desert boots were paired back with thick ribbed socks. Loving. I've also excitedly spied two Australian models in the mix — Emma Ishta and Cathryn Edwards. Could they be the next breed of Aussie beauties making it big OS? Watch this space..
