I do dig a bit of Liberty print-whether it’s on Nike trainers, Super Future Proof sunnies or simple tees. It’s a classic and has been around for donkies but the designs and collaborations that Liberty choose ensure that it feels fresh and current. These are a new obsession. The wrap around leather strap, the print (obviously), the lack of numbers (perfect excuse for being late) and they go with everything. Any of them. For sale here at 90 STR x

I’m off to a black tie wedding in a couple of weeks and getting inspiration! I know that black tie doesn’t mean black dress but I do love a it of reverse, upside down tuxedo action. When you’re in a black dress, blazer and otherwise pretty simple outfit you can go a bit nuts with accessories which is always a positive as far as I’m concerned…

What do you wear when you see Black Tie??

You all know my love of Scott Schuman’s work on The Sartorialist (although it has become a bit self indulgent of late). Anyway, I have his book, full of beautiful pictures, and I have gifted it to lots of friends. I often wondered what direction he would go next but after looking through his blog recently it appears his latest street obsession is gorgeous women, and men, on bicycles. The Sartorialist on wheels… watch this space!

I adore this! It’s Joanne Hynes AW11 collection photographed for Slashstroke Magazine and accompanied by a slick interview with the woman herself. This is the perfect way to showcase Joanne’s excess; on a sharp, stark background with a decent dollop of irony. Styled and photographed by the multitalented David Poole.

So, last week I was on holiday and while I was gone my first ever interview for GRAZIA DAILY went live. Without sounding naff or silly, this is a bit of a dream come true. I adore Grazia and what they do, so to be writing for them now is pretty RAD!

My first piece was an interview with the fab Christian Louboutin followed closely by the equally amazing, if a little less known (for now), Tim Ryan… Thanks to everyone for all the support and well wishes and keep an eye here for lots more ‘instant Grazification‘!!

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So, I’m off on holiday to France in the morning. It feels like I haven’t been away for ages so I’m really looking forward to kicking back with a book (Patti Smith autobiography), drinking lots of red wine, eating nice food, hanging out with friends and having some quality time with my man friend! I’m all packed up and surprisingly organised for once, usually I’m up till all hours getting everything together but I was working tonight so needed to be on top of things… The above is what’s actually in my case (except the fringed jacket is Tim Ryan instead of Malene Birger). The sequin playsuit (Reiss), hat (TK Maxx), blazer (mine’s Zara not D&G) and yellow block heels are for the wedding, the rest for chill and play!

I’ve been so mental with work of late that I haven’t had a massive amount of time to create cool stuff for the blog, but, once I get back I’ll be dipping my toe in outfit posts for the first time, and perhaps some video too, which I’ve been threatening for a while. If there’s anything else you’d like to see please shout! Really…

The above Polyvore mash up was inspired by my lovely friend Blanaid who just did an awesome LA inspired set on her blog…

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Re-Dress ‘Better Fashion Week’ kicks off tomorrow-amazing. I’m going on holiday to France tomorrow-also, amazing. What’s less cool is the fact that they are happening at the same time. I’ve always been a bit fan of Re-Dress and support them when I can, so was gutted to tell them that I couldn’t be part of what looks set to be their best yet… check out below for some of the cool events throughout the week and go here for details of film showings, pop -up shop and more!

Theatre of Fashion: The wonderful  Eilis Boyle sits in the other seat when she interviews this years Better Fashion Week highlights Andrea Crews in an industry discussion ’The Theatre of Fashion’-Joanne Hynes and Aisling Farinella will also be sitting in on the discussion.

Fashion Mentoring Sessions: I did these last year and was blown away by the appetite for knowledge amongst people trying to get into the industry. Mentors read like a who’s who in the Irish Fashion world-Constance Harris, Peter O’Brien, Andreas Petterson, Aoife Wassar, Sive O’Brien and many more. Book quickly though if you want to meet your hero!

The Art of Fashion: Fashion Editor of the Sunday Independent Constance Harris, speaks to sculptural artist Úna Burke and internationally renowned painter Helen Steele on the validity of fashion as an art form. Simone Rocha and Sonya Lennon will be there too so this is definitely one to book asap.

Chei Mihara was born in Brazil to Japanese parents. When she was 22 she moved to New York to study design and worked as an accessories and shoe designer for New York labels before starting her own company in 2001. My good friend and jewellery designer, Beatriz Palacios, tipped me off about her at the weekend and I spent ages mooching around her website. It feels so personal and, in an odd way, romantic. She seems like a beautiful person but her shoes are kind of chunky and a bit tougher-they’re actually very Spanish. The ones above are from previous collections but appeal to me more. You can see current collections here.

A couple of months back I styled Emma’s lookbook and Johnny Savage shot it… It was St Patricks day so there were, inevitably, a few sore heads but Emma’s Betty Crocker-style packed lunches kept everyone going. This is her AW11 collection and it’s stunning. Still the urban sportswear vibe that I’ve always loved (leather, studs and relaxed silhouettes) but, this season, it’s grown up a bit. There are fab jersey dresses with double panels and thigh high slits, chiffon blouses and slick trousers as well as a beautiful mohair coat.

These are some behind the scenes shots from the day, taken by Angela McLellan. The gorgeous Amber Rowan from Morgan is the model, Maurice (Flynn) did hair and Kate O’Reilly painted her face… Thanks, also, to my assistant Karen for remembering things on the day that my foggy mind forgot.

This weekend I’ll be in Brown Thomas doing a workshop for French label Zadig & Voltaire. It’s got a bit of a rock n’roll vibe and feels quite Emmanuelle Alt in it’s own chic, unkempt way. I love their staple tees, leather pieces and general rad studded-ness. See the awesome Erin Wasson, below, modelling their latest styles. Join me, from 12pm this Saturday, to see my take on the collection (and to quaff some champagne!)…