Wednesday, 29 August 2012

The Morning Show meets The Man Repeller

Catch me on The Morning Show Thursday, 30th August  from 11am where I'll be discussing the impact of the Man Repeller and whether high fashion can ever peacefully co-exist with true love. If it involves the words Dries Van Noten in consecutive order then, hell yeah! Thanks to Leandra Medine who inspired fashion's new bon mot and her blog full of belly laughs. In honour of her cult tome, I've concurred on the following most common wardrobe offences which I've all worn (some of which I still do).

Image courtesy of www.manrepeller.com
 Is there a Man Repeller lurking in your closet? How to spot the enemy within.

Puzzling Footwear
Open toe high-heeled boots lined with fur, orthopaedic-inspired wedges, clogs – if it flies in the face of logic, or indeed weather patterns, it can only lead to heart-ache and loneliness. Let me break it down – would you see a Middleton sister sporting a pair?

Artillery Jewellery
Bullets, spikes, chains, articulated knuckle dusters, body armour – fashion has become a war zone that takes no prisoners.  If you want to snag a fella, best tone down the new model army look. Chances are he’s taken cover.....far away.

Drop Crotch
The term says it all. If your trousers create anatomical doubt or suggest you’ve been auditioning for Aladdin, you best leave the harem tout de suite.  Trust me – there’s no action there.  It’s just a bad pantomime.

Maxi Dresses
Despite the transitional appeal of the maxi, our likely lads don’t care much for the garment. Seemingly, its length suggests we’re hiding something like hairy legs or a life size tattoo of the Virgin Mary.

Dude Duds
Boy meets girl, girl dresses like boy, boy legs it. Not exactly a fairytale but since when has reality ever been sugar-coated? We make love Kathryn Hepburn, Annie Hall and Annie Lennox but a dude’s clothes make you look like – a dude. Their words, not mine.

Jumpsuits
You think it makes you look like one of Charlie’s Angels. He’s thinking more along the lines of a bin man or a convict. He doesn’t care if it’s easy-to-wear but he is wondering how you pee in that thing.

Granny Chic
So your satchel contains a Kindle, some knitting paraphernalia and The Horrors on your iPod. Well done – you’re a hipster. Now stop dressing like Alexa Chung.  Irony does not equal sexy – except on her.

Saturday, 25 August 2012

I Blog Fashion - Best Blog Post


Voting for the People's Choice 'Best Blog Post' in the Blog Awards Ireland is now open. Fancy voting for I Blog Fashion's 'Signs You Are Getting Old(er)? CLICK HERE to cast your vote.

PLEASE NOTE: the entry is under I BLOG FASHION; not ANNE-MARIE O'CONNOR. Just in case there's any confusion. Thanks a million!

Thursday, 23 August 2012

Look in the Mirror...


and what does it say? LOL!

The Nuts

Another bit of Cooee fan love. I can't get enough of The Nut Cuff hardware against the neighbouring irridescent Pespex. Add in a mega heavy men's watch and oohh-ee Cooee!

Friday, 17 August 2012

Comic Styling - The Infamous Katie Rogers

A Sneak Preview
It's been a busy few months at Despop HQ as animator Des Taylor puts the finishing touches The Infamous Katie Rogers. The sophomore graphic novel in the Katie Rogers series sees our British heroine in fashionable `60s mode as she juggles life and love as a busy New York publicist. I've had the honour to style Katie in a few more outfits again - this time bringing the influence of swinging London into her trousseau with shift dresses, baker boy caps, platform Mary Janes and Lennon-esque sunnies. Geometric prints and oversized hoop earrrings  also make the grade with go go boots and thigh-scraping minis part and parcel of this Mod homage. The image above is a mere sneak peek from her wardrobe; expect much more fashion fun inside. For more details on the book, CLICK HERE to LIKE Des Taylor's Facebook fan page.

Thursday, 16 August 2012

Siopaella - The Shoot

Another pic for your viewing pleasure from the shoot I styled for Temple Bar haunt - Sioapella. This image of Stacey and Eider is being rolled out as part of their advertising campaign and will feature on their price tags in store. Like what you see? Why not pay a visit?  

Siopaella, 25A Temple Lane Sth & 8A Crow St, Temple Bar, D2. Phone +353 86 840 7825 | E-mail: ella@siopaella.com


 
Credits: stylist – Annmarie O’Connor; photographer – Lee Malone; make-up – Stephanie Sutton; hair – Ethan McLane; model – Stacey Haskins @ Morgan the Agency

Stacey  wears: Ralph Lauren denim cut-off shirt, Vila caramel leather skirt
Eider wears: Tommy Hilfiger sheepskin collar denim jacket, Ralph Lauren Polo denim shirt

A/W 12 with Dave Fanning


Did you miss Dave Fanning for Tubridy on 2fm yesterday morning? Then you would've missed our chat about a/w 12 fashion trends. It's all about the trophy trouser folks. Speaking of which, I need to figure out how to squeeze back into my brocade babies. Oversized jacket methinks?

More Arm Candy from Cooee

Perspex cuffs, rings and nut cuff by Cooee - www.cooee.se
My new favourite go-to accessory label - Cooee. Check out more from this Swedish swag merchant in this Saturday's Irish Examiner Weekend magazine.
www.cooee.se

Living the Kors Life: Jeannie

Living the Kors Life: Sarah

Living the Kors Life: Savannah

I want to grab a coffee with this girl. She is just awesome! #fashionfearless

Wednesday, 15 August 2012

Blog Awards Ireland - Best Blog Post




I'm in a bit of a pickle. Blog Awards Ireland kindly contacted me this week to officially inform me that I Blog Fashion has been nominated for 'Best Blog Post'. In order to be considered for the shortlist however, they've asked that I choose the post myself.  As I Blog Fashion currently weighs in at a hefty 987 posts, that makes my job a lot harder. This is where you come in. I've managed to collate my own short list of favourite posts from which I'd like you to help me choose one. The catch? I need at least a few suggestions by end of business tomorrow as the deadline is Friday the 17th. If you fancy giving your tuppenceworth, simply click on any of the 11 links below and decide which is your favourite in the comment box below. 

My ailing grey matter thanks you.....











Not Today...

#dublinstorm

Saturday, 11 August 2012

Siopaella - A/W 12


Bargainistas get your shop on! Siopaella has some of the best a/w 12-inspired finds under two rooves. Check out some of the highlights from my consignment. Warning: this is the END of my consignment. I've sold about 2/3 rds of it already so this will be going, going, gone...

EMBELLISHMENT: Do a Dolce and baroque 'n' roll with this limited edition Topshop necklace. 
COBALT: Make like Nicholas Kirkwood with a pair of cobalt blue ankle boots.  
 LEATHER: Go goth glam-lite with taupe quilted biker jacket (mint condition) - pop in store to find out who the designer is!

 Siopaella, 25A Temple Lane Sth & 8A Crow St, Temple Bar, D2. Phone +353 86 840 7825 | E-mail: ella@siopaella.com

Gold is the Official Colour of A/W 12

In honour of Ireland's golden girl - Katie Taylor. Thanks for bringing a sparkle back to the nation! xx

Image courtesy of: www.beat102103.com

Blog Awards Ireland Long List


I Blog Fashion has been made the long list nominations for the following categories in the Blog Awards Ireland:

Best Fashion/Beauty Blog
Best Blog of a Journalist
Best Blog Post
Best Perosonal Blog
Best Lifestyle Blog

And to think, I only voted for myself in one category which means four other people legitimately voted for me! Thank you whoever you are. If you like this blog, log onto the Blog Awards Ireland website for more voting details. Awards take place on 13th October 2012.

Sunday, 5 August 2012

Siopaella - A Dog's Life

Another image I styled for Temple Bar treasure trove - Siopaella. This was used in a recent fundraiser for A Dog's Life where Ella and the gang raised €496.14 for the charity. CLICK HERE to pay a visit to Siopaella or CLICK HERE for more info on adopting a shelter animal from A Dog's Life.

Credits: stylist – Annmarie O’Connor; photographer – Lee Malone; make-up – Stephanie Sutton; hair – Ethan McLane; model – Stacey Haskins @ Morgan the Agency

Stacey Haskin wears: Foster & Grant sunglasses, Chanel boucle dress, Miu Miu pumps and holds Louis

Siopaella, 25A Temple Lane Sth & 8A Crow St, Temple Bar, D2. Phone +353 86 840 7825 | E-mail: ella@siopaella.com
 

Friday, 3 August 2012

Galway Races - What I Wore


Joanne Hynes crystal collar
Public Beware capelet
Sinead Doyle dress
Zara clutch
My father's Claddagh ring
Nine West shoes

Wednesday, 1 August 2012

New Season Bags @ Brown Thomas



Nothing looks quite as sweet as a delicious piece of arm candy. Thankfully with the new season upon us, there's a veritable pick 'n' mix from which to choose. Fancy a sneak peek? Check out this little vid I did for Brown Thomas for the tastiest styles around.

OOH-EE COOEE!

I adore my new neon cuff from Swedish label Cooee. Drawing inspiration from Aboriginal culture, the eco-friendly line of plexi-glass cuffs and necklaces is coveted by a host of style stars from Lana del Rey to the Swedish Crown Princess Victoria. What’s more, designer Catrine Aberg used to live in Dublin. Next time you're in town Catrine, pints are on me! Info: www.cooee.se.


My cuff
Next purchase - Nut Cuff