SIMPLE STYLING

Published on December 1, 2017December 1, 2017 by houseofmaddisonLeave a comment

You just can’t beat simple styling! Monochrome has had my heart for as long as I can remember and what better to pair with monochrome than red. These delectable ankle boots have become my ultimate staple piece this Winter. Not only is the deep hue of red the perfect shade; the velvet material, the heel height and the square toe are all elements to die for and completely en trend. White shirts are fundamental for for any wardrobe, it just goes without saying! This smooth white silk shirt, embellished with black buttons and stunning cuff design is beyond perfect for this Winter. Paired with cropped black trousers where can you go wrong? Black trousers are killing it this Winter, on every street a fashionista is rocking them. I loved this pair because of the belt; allowing the waist to be drawn in creating a hourglass silhouette. With lashings of Mac’s Russian Rouge lipstick the outfit is complete. Yet another Zara obsessed outfit…EVERY ITEM. The look is perfect for a Winter date, just the right mix between dressy and casual.

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DISNEYLAND DREAMING

Published on August 14, 2017August 15, 2017 by houseofmaddisonLeave a comment

Disney is “The Happiest Place on Earth” they say and I agree one hundred per cent! Standing at the bottom of Main Street with Sleeping Beauty’s Castle on view in the distance and a perfect blue sky above – all of my childhood memories come flooding back. Disney has it’s very own sights, sounds and smells and I never get tired of them. It’s no surprise then that a trip to Disneyland Paris was the perfect way to celebrate the end of A-levels. When it comes to styling and outfit for a day in the park, comfort is paramount but I didn’t want to sacrifice style for comfort entirely. Zara sale again gifted a perfect white cotton top; loosely fitted with an elasticated bardot neckline, a cute tie back and this season’s obligatory statement sleeve. I paired this with an adorable sage green, frill bottomed, double layer mini (not Minnie!) from H&M. Of course, no outfit for a day in the park would be complete without a pair of comfy trainers and a pair of sparkly Minnie Ears!

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A LULU KIND OF BIRTHDAY

Published on July 23, 2017July 23, 2017 by houseofmaddisonLeave a comment

Lulu Guinness is ‘hands down’ the best sale of the moment. For as long as I’ve been a fan of Lulu I’ve been infatuated with the hard-sided travel cases. As a birthday treat I went to Covent Garden on a shopping spree where I indulged my passion for Lulu Guinness. I was ecstatic to discover the porcelain hard-side suitcase was half price. Not only is the Lulu Guinness store stunningly aesthetic, the staff were beyond accommodating, showing me the inside of the case without request and showing me their range of accessories. The inside of the case sold it to me; the striped monochrome lining complete with Lulu Guinness zips and 3 drawstring bags adds a unique quality and sets the luggage apart from any other case, fulfilling the upmost quality that Lulu designs provide. The luxurious suitcase is protected with a sleeve to prevent scratching. Browsing around the store I found a perfect phone case, a red lip phone case – the signature colour and shape of Lulu’s brand; so classy and feminine. The items I bought in store were beautifully packaged in a monochrome glossy bag with red tissue paper as protection; a beautiful keepsake. My Brother treated me to a ‘to die for’ Lulu Guinness card holder. The leather printed with monochrome stripes and red lips displays the classic Lulu print, while the holder provides four card slots; the perfect size to fit a clutch or a handbag. My final Lulu birthday gift is the Dare to Dream umbrella, which is an ideal fit for a handbag. The Dare the Dream font design is classic black and white with red accents.

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SUMMER BALL

Published on July 1, 2017July 1, 2017 by houseofmaddisonLeave a comment

There’s nothing better than a summer ball to sweep the exam stress under the carpet and let your hair down. Events where occasion dress can be taken to the next level are my favourite. Wearing a dress that is comfortable and takes minimal effort to catch attention is perfect for a summer ball. Comfort is essential to thoroughly embrace the evening. After hours and hours of endlessly scrolling through every online store for an outfit that would fit this criteria I discovered this white scuba ASOS dress. The scuba material is a stretchy material; the bodycon style hugged every curve perfectly. The angular, clean art deco style shape of the top half added a theatrical contrast against the plain bottom of the dress, contributing the fashion edge that I adore. The top of the dress has a trapunto technique forcing the splayed shape to stand rigid, adding to the chic and stylish aesthetic. The midi length is perfect for a formal event, while the middle front slit provided a sassy sharpness. I chose a gold statement earring to accessorise the outfit, the earrings have an eccentric, outlandish style with flamboyant patterns and tassels that compliment the stark colour of the dress. I wore my citrine stilettos and clutch; the citrine colour is unique and rare, something I look for in an outfit. The unusual choice of colour was noted by many at the event as a trendy, complimentary tone. For me an outfit isn’t completed for a special event without a statement red lip. I used the NYX matte lip cream in the shade Amsterdam. The red tone flattered my complexion and worked well against the neutral tones of my eye make-up, as well as providing long wear.

BUY HERE – ASOS

BRINGING THE BLAZER BACK

Published on June 25, 2017June 25, 2017 by houseofmaddison2 Comments

Blazers are the hottest outerwear choice of the moment. Scouring every shop/site for a lavish (affordable) blazer I spotted this sleek military, double-breasted blazer on Missguided. Embellished with gold naval inspired buttons this blazer was the perfect aesthetic that I was looking for, mirroring the preppy blazer styles on the designer catwalks. The subtle shoulder pads bring an 80’s revival to the style, differing from more contemporary slouchy fit. The pristine ivory against the metallic gold tones of the buttons makes a statement piece to be tastefully paired with a range of fashion from denim to flowing evening trousers. For the daytime edit I paired the blazer with my denim skort and a white bandeau top. To spice up the look for evening, wearing the jacket alone adds a daring fashion, alongside an air of sophistication.

BUY HERE – MISSGUIDED

PINK POPLIN SHIRT

Published on May 18, 2017May 18, 2017 by houseofmaddisonLeave a comment

Finally England is feeling the warm luscious Spring weather. For me this means I can finally peel away black clothing from my wardrobe and indulge in creams and other light hues for the Spring/Summer months. I absolutely adore summer fashion, the freedom and lightness of clothing is to be celebrated. Here I have paired my cream culottes with a PINK POPLIN SHIRT from (yet again) ZARA … Zara have it just right – the accented sleeve with a bow back, combined with the beautiful baby pink colour is perfect to wear with any summer bottoms, whether it be jeans, culottes, shorts or skirts. I accessorised the look with my ‘to-die-for’ nude bow shoes and the flirty frilly bucket bag (which I ADORE). The perfect outfit for Spring/Summer 2017.

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FULL-SLEEVES

Published on April 3, 2017April 4, 2017 by houseofmaddisonLeave a comment

If you haven’t got a blue shirt…get one! It’s the key piece to carry you through Spring into Summer, they are plastered all over the high-street. So … you’ve probably guessed by now I am addicted to Zara. With an extra long tie which can be adapted to your desired length; as you would expect from Zara the shirt has a good quality cotton mix which holds the shape well. The exaggerated Victorian puff sleeve adds a high-fashion vibe and hits the main trend this season – sleeves. The light blue colour is the perfect hue for pairing with creams, whites and classic denim pieces this Spring.

Photography by Ash Chaudhri