The Diamond Jubilee
by Sarah Tippett of TheFashionAche
It’s been a weekend of British celebration with the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, and it may be nearly over – but it doesn’t mean you have to ditch the patriotic wardrobe pieces straight away. Oh no, everyone’s wardrobe, whatever the season, deserves a little British tribute (even if it is just a pair of royal blue HRH Pretty Ballerina’s – which by the way are utterly sumptuous dar-ling!).
Pretty Ballerina HRH Pumps, £189
If you think about it, the Jubilee’s actually been the perfect opportunity to ROCK something HOT and BRITISH, AND get another sneaky off-the-cuff piece for your wardrobe (although don’t admit that’s the real reason to your boyfriend, partner and/ or Dad). Trust me – it’s not a good idea – especially if it’s one of the following from the iconic British designer, Vivienne Westwood.
Vivienne Westwood, Long Ball Tie Dress, £2320
Vivienne Westwood, Dolce Vita Bag 5020 Geranium, £430
Just think – you could work these FABULOUS pieces with a Royal Family mask – although I do suggest that perhaps the lovely Kate Middleton, Camilla or even The Queen herself might look better teamed with the Vivienne Westwood ensemble – rather than say Harry or Charles.
CatwalkReady.com also has a large array of stylish pieces just PERFECT to celebrate the four day weekend (and onwards) in…
Claire White Dress, £29.99
Polish those gold buttons and salute us in this Karam Navy Jacket from Coggles, £135
Accessorize Union Jack Umbrella, £15
Barbour Union Jack Dryfly Bag, £179
Coast Paloma Pearl Clutch, £60
The Aspinal Jubilee Clutch, £595
AX Paris Lace Kick Out Dress, £40
Coggles Dona Full Stripe T-Shirt, £45
AND, CatwalkReady.com has some AMAZING deals to help you start working your very British, VERY pinkie-held-out-when-you-drink-your-tea look for Spring/Summer’12.
Fashion Union – Fashion Union’s Holiday Shop isopen for business – you can get 20% off orders with the code: “jubilee”
Lipsy - Jubilee weekend with lipsy.co.uk: Use the code JUBILEEFC and get Free delivery (End date:05/06/12), Use the code JUBILEE and get 20% off selected dresses from this category only (End date: 08/06/12)
Warehouse – get 25% off full priced items with code “fabulous25”
AX Paris – has launched a fantastic collection for the Jubilee! Cut in The Jubilee collection! 15% off this fantastic collection in time for the Jubilee! Use code JUBILEE at checkout. Only valid on these items until 6th June at midnight.
Finally, don’t forget to visit THE BIG BRITISH SHOP at Selfridges for some more Great British style essentials!
