Angela Scanlon

Outfit Post-kind of

Angela — Mon, 14 May 2012 11:16:18 +0000

So, it’s not as low-fi as usual and it’s also not on my grotty terrace so you may be a little uncomfortable but this is one of my most favourite-est outfits I’ve worn in donkies. I wore it to the Diet Coke/Gaultier bottle launch, it was not very well planned but is the perfect mixture of flashing and manky! I was meeting my boyf for a fat Mexican (meal) after. First he laughed, which is not unusual… backstory I have the most beautiful Tim Ryan fringed blush pink knit top that I once wore to dinner with friends, he fondly referred to me as big bird for the night-I can’t tell you now that Big Bird don’t spend that much dough on his feathers! Anyway, his response to above outfit was better. On reflection he mailed to say this; “I love the Gun slinging, basketball playing, mermaid look….its my fav x”. I think it’s my ‘fav’ too.

I can’t even remember who I stole the Michael Jordan ‘Bulls’ vest from but I adore it. I wear it running and to bed and to… other stuff. It’s an all rounder. Skirt is from Zara and camouflage jacket from Shutterbug.

What do you think?!

Image; Anthony Woods

Gold Reebok High-Tops and some other stuff.

Angela — Thu, 10 May 2012 06:52:41 +0000

I bought these last week in Siopaella. If you haven’t been make sure to check it out ->here<- but pop in to the Temple Bar store if you can. The selection is great and their Facebook doesn’t do them justice… I spied an old Mulberry croc-skin rucksack and a pair of patent flatforms that would be mine if only they fit. I also bought a yellow wicker visor which is so hidieously New York-Granny that I had to have it.

But these gold babies… They cost me €60 and if I never wore them I’d be happy just to catch sight of them on a shelf or the floor every now and again. They’re so shiny and beautiful with coloured polka dot print lining, rainbow stripes and yellow gold that is just tacky enough. I told my boyf that they’re ‘limited edition’, he said I sounded like Turtle from Entourage. I’ll take that, he’s always been the most upder rated anyway. I wore these to The Light House cinema last night to see Dark Shadows, Tim Burton‘s vampire movie based in 1972 starring Johnny Depp, Eva Green, Michelle Pfeiffer and Helena Bonham Carter. Special mention to Eva Green who was rocking and made me think of Goldie Hawn in Death Becomes Her… Always a winner and so much more interesting than her Bond character!

longing for sunshine…

Angela — Fri, 04 May 2012 17:59:21 +0000

The Art of The Detail Style Studio with me…

Angela — Wed, 02 May 2012 12:55:56 +0000

A belt, a bangle, (a neon sock!) the little detail that ties it all together, that’s what style is all about. It’s what has defined the icons of our time and is more relevant than ever considering our penchant for high-low dressing…

So, I’m delighted to be hosting an event along with Kildare Village as part of their ‘Art of the Detail’ accessories campaign. On Saturday 5^th May from 1pm – 3pm I’ll be on hand to give you advice or help with any accessory under the sun! Which belt to add to your favourite old dress, what bag to suit your lifestyle or the best sunnies for your face… whatever the drama I’ll sort you out.

Those who take part will leave with a luxurious goody bag filled with gorgeous accessories and their updated look will be photographer and posted to Kildare Village’s Facebook and Twitter pages so you can tag like a mad woman! If you’re a little backward about coming forward worry not, The Art of The Detail Style Spotters will be around the Village on the hunt for fashionistas with their own unique sartorial style so we’ll find you one way or another… Take a look at the video below, inspired by a recent popular movie… any guesses?!

In other news, I’ll be taking part in a bloggers event this Thursday in Kildare Village but you don’t need to actually be there to get in on the action. Chic Buzz are relaunching their online magazine and to make the occassion I’ll be joining 6 others from around Europe to answer lots of questions! So, if there’s anything you’ve ever wanted to ask (keep it clean!) now’s your chance. Just follow me here on Twitter and use the hashtag #ChicBuzzMag

For the love of… Dublin

Angela — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:18:24 +0000

There’s a lot to be proud of…watch the video below if you need reminding. Check out www.DublinTown.ie for more.

Enable Ireland x TK Maxx Give up clothes for good

Angela — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:19:51 +0000

This is the last weekend to “Give up Clothes for Good”… so get stuck into your wardrobe and root out any dust covered lovelies you haven’t worn in donkies so that someone else can enjoy them. You can drop off clothes to TK Maxx stores around the country where they will be sent on to Enable Ireland stores and sold to raise money for children with disabilities. Clutter free wardrobe and good deed combined. It’s a no brainer x

Adidas Jeremy Scott

Angela — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 18:08:47 +0000

Maybe it’s Olympic fever but I want to wear this NOW. All Summer x

Charlotte Free x Forever 21

Angela — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 20:14:25 +0000

I first spotted Charlotte Free a couple of seasons back at London Fashion Week and, like everyone else was captivated. She’s 5’7″ for a start which immediately sets her apart but probably more notable was her candy pink hair (long before everyone had candy pink hair). She was a rebel, doing her own thing and as such was a breath of fresh air on the international scene where clone casting seems to be the norm. So aren’t Forever 21 clever to nab ‘er to front the first of a series of trend setting, edgy campaigns starting with the “Love Is Free” campaign . Shot by famed photographer, Kenneth Cappello, “Forever 21 captures the fun, and whimsical spirit of Charlotte in a series of striking poses and fashion-forward looks.” What do you think?? x

Happy Easter, bunnies…

Angela — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 10:56:05 +0000

Have a good one dudes. Eat your weight in quality chocolate and let your Mama cook a feast. Drink with friends and sleep late. Watch shit TV and make endless cups of tea. The usual… Enjoy xx

Easter Bunny by Nickolas Kirkwood for Vogue

Shutterbug Kilo Sale this weekend

Angela — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 20:20:57 +0000

Shutterbug don’t do anything the way you’d expect. They shoot their beautiful clothes and thick stick a rams head over the images (which I love eternally). They like you on Facebook and ‘like’ your ‘likes’ and laugh at your jokes and answer your queries and comment on your comments. They find the clothes you want on buying trips far and wide and hold the ones you fall in love with until you can try and buy. They smile. And help. And love doing what they do. They also sell clothes by the kilo… and that’s the golden one! This weekend Blanaid and her bulletproof Shutterbug team are hosting a whopper KILO SALE in Langtons in Kilkenny. Selling they’re lusty, lovely vintage bits by the bucket load for 20€ per kilo. I won’t be there. Instead I’ll be snuggling up with my freshly born nephew and eating chocolate by the kilo… But if you’re around KK or even if you’re not, make the trip. You’ll get some of best vintage bargains of your life and you’ll have a blast doing it. You might even make a friend.

Check Blanaid’s site for more info & Shutterbug to whet your palate.