This stylish woolen jersey dress was featured in Karen Millen’s Dresses&Cocktails event as a key piece for this years party season. The wool jersey dress incorporates a trimmed woven wool flannel neckline and skirt edged with gunmetal eyelets.

Karen Millen is renowned for creating classical, elegant style evening wear that is suited to formal occasions such charity balls, rather then a less formal occasions such as a night of cocktails in a bar with friends. This is what makes this eyelet dress so appealing, it is a welcome change from the formal style evening dresses, as it is much more relaxed, stylish and on trend, which will appeal to a slightly younger shopper. We love it!

Follow the link to view the dress on the Karen Millen site:

http://www.karenmillen.com/Eyelet-wool-dress/Dresses/-/fcp-product/903000053279

So, we’ve had Diva, Big Band, Rock, Movie, Queen and now, George Michael night… with Susan Boyle and Mariah Carey – of course! Totally makes sense.

Standing out like Anna Wintour at the January sales, Cheryl’s custom-made outfit was, by far, the optical thief of the night. Her hot-pink Giles Deacon dress was accessorized with black pixie-boots and hair bow. Cheryl’s life-sized Ken doll accessory unfortunately couldn’t make it.

Dannii looked a vision, as is becoming the norm. Extra Christmas bonus for your stylist this year, Dannii, she really deserves it. Sorry… what’s that, Dannii? You dress yourself? Well, double thumbs up. Cheryl, we love you, but take some notes.

Now that the numbers are dwindling, is more effort being applied to the styling? Exhibit A: Lloyd. Last week, more attention was sought in making Lloyd stand out from the pack. This week, we see our little heartthrob with jeans tucked into boots and cropped hair – again, a step out from his previous comfort zone.

Stacey’s beach waves were back for a second week. Her dress was fine, nothing more than that.

Now, say what you like about Jed, but surely the most attention-to-detail had been dished up here. Tonight’s ensembles were good: the white suits, the neon trims, the retro Katherine Hamnett ‘Choose Life’ slogan shirts, the high-tops – what was not to like? Only disappointment was the lack of rolled-up sleeves.

Danyl was also looking good. Yes, this Ice-queen is warming to the do.

We were let down by Olly, again. It was beyond boring. Also, if you insist on fastening all of the    buttons on your shirt, you had better make sure said shirt fits correctly; too many flashes of skin through gaping holes for my liking.

I think I’m done with Joe. I think he’s had enough, too, as he was adamant about keeping his coat on during his performance. Oh, I get it, now; The life-sized Ken to his mentor Cheryl’s Barbie. Not a well-dressed accessory, but a staple one all the same.

In the naughty corner this week…

Dermot, do you own suits in EVERY possible shade of grey?

Sunday Best:

Go on, The Boyle! You scrubbed up nice.

Our fashion pick for this week is this oversize statement necklace from Nova Jewllery & Accessories. The piece is exhibited on the brands stall at this years Manchester’s Christmas Markets.

The necklace is bang on trend. Bold statement jewellery is still extremely popular and is set to remain a hit in the upcoming months. Be it tribal jewellery, handcrafted jewellery or geometric shapes, big is beautiful.

There are masses handcrafted jewellery stalls, brimming with unique, beautiful  pieces at the Manchester Christmas Markets so be sure to pay a visit for that ideal Christams gift.

Nova Jewellery & Accessories along with many other accessory stalls are situated in,

Albert Square, Manchester

From: November 18

To: December 22 2009, 10.00am – 9.00pm, daily.

On Monday, as am I am sure you have all been made aware, another H&M designer collection was launched. The Jimmy Choo collection debuted, and it caused a mass frenzy across the world! People camped out overnight for the chance to get inside and get there hands on some Jimmy Choos before anyone else. The shocking thing to me is that people are actually suprised by this! Why? People will do almost anything to feel as though they belong within an IT crowd.

I can see why these garments and footwear collections are so desirable, as the average high street shopper would be unlikely to beable to afford to purchase the real Mc Coys and the feeling of owning a pair of Jimmy Choos would be an amazing feeling for many fashion dedicates. But to many that is the problem they are not the real Mc Coys. In a exclusive pair of Choos or a designer dress, you get an instant buzz, you stand out from the crowd in your one off piece and the quality is usually exceptional and second to none. Whereas with the collaborations collections they are mass produced,  which usually results in poor craftsmanship and quality, leaving customers with what can often look like cheap knock offs. In many peoples opinions mass production collaborations, takes the edge of designer pieces/names simply because they become too mainstream and accessible.

On the plus side there are several benefits to the designer and high street collaborations, when in a time of economic crisis, as they increase number of customers, in-store spend, general high street sales and media coverage, which the industry needs and welcomes at this difficult time.

Click below for to visit the H&M site for more information on the Jimmy Choo collection:

http://www.hm.com/gb/#/startns/

Every week, we initiate a beeline for the judges’ jugulars. This week, however, it came to light that a certain someone has been slipping through the net… Dermot, you can run, but you can’t hide. It’s week 6 and we’ve finally caught up with you. PLEASE DO SOMETHING WITH YOUR HAIR!!!

Speaking of hair, were our eyes deceived, or was Louis flaunting a soupcon of styling product in his tresses? Must be the Jedward influence. Is it just me, or are those two becoming annoyingly charming?

Looking glam and on trend for Queen night, Cheryl Cole sparkled in a navy Alexander Wang number. Could have done without the Croydon Facelift, though. A simple up-do would have sufficed.

Dannii stuck to her favourite recipe of floaty, floor-length gown and classic bobbed hair, accessorised with a chunky statement necklace. Once upon a time, these pop princesses battled it out for the top style slot, but recently, Dannii has effortlessly been out-shining Cheryl.

Saturday’s entertainment commenced with a surprising boundary push from non other than Jamie. Even the Cuban heels didn’t offend me. Full marks for wearing something other than jeans and hippy beads.

Also, a surprising wardrobe check for Lloyd, this week. Although the leather trouser and checked-shirt arrangement may not suit all appetites, it was nice to see Lloyd in something different.

Now, I may have to backtrack a little, here. I marked Olly down as a little style gem and one to watch, but felt his styling this week was lacking; we’d seen it before. If it wasn’t for the appearance of the finger-brace, I’d have been bored.

Joe: Grey hooded waistcoat and grey shirt do not an outfit make. Dull, dull, and dull.

What is there to say about Jedward? Are we witnessing style icons in the making? Answers on a postcard, please.

There was a nice juxtapose going on with Stacey’s appearance; her hair said day at the beach, whilst her dress said night at the opera. It shouldn’t have worked, but it did.

Danyl channelled an 80’s vibe in a black bomber-style jacket complete with Miami Vice rolled sleeves. Nice to see a bit of growth on the old mane, although, I still need some convincing.

In the naughty corner this week…

Dermot’s hair. Now, sit there and think about what you’ve done.

Sunday Best

Cheryl, you’re back in the race. Looking good in Richard Nicoll AW ‘10

Alexander McQueens showcased his Alien shoes at his Spring 2010 show, since the designer and his office’s have been inundated with requests for the Alien Shoes. Women are actually wanting to wear these!! Whilst others are simply wanting ”to buy them as art pieces”.

It is not suprising that the first woman to be seen sporting these ‘unearthy’ shoes was style monster and McQueens number one fan, Lady Gaga, in her latest Blader Runner-esque, Bad Romance video. The Alien shoes actually fit in very well in futuristic, mesmerising video which she confesses has stemmed from the product of her “weirdest and most psychotic ideas”.

Thankfully, it doesn’t sound like the Alexander McQueen is releasing the shoes to the masses,  but instead  he and his label are considering auctioning them off for charity.

With party season hot on our heels its time for girls to make their most important purchase of the year, in the form of the perfect party dress.

Here’s the lowdown on 3 of this seasons hottest party trends.

Shine On

Sparkle this party season in sequins, shiny metallics, glistening liquid-shine fabrics.  A sequin/sparkled number is perfect for those who want to liven things up and step away from the traditional little black dress look.

The Vixen in Violet

Autumnal berry hues were seen all over the catwalks this A/W and are set to make an appearance in many a Christmas shopping bag this year. Think intense mulled wine and vibrant violets tones.  For the perfect look team with a pair of killer black heels, and accessories with a winter hue statement necklace.

Black is Back

It’s the return of party season, which brings along the return of the little black party dress, which are a plenty in high street and designer stores up and down the country, with a perfect style for everyone. To create depth and to break up black, layer and quilt with a variation of fabrics such as leathers and velvets.

Wear with chunky silver accessories and bold black heels for the ultimate party look.

We have Children In Need and stateside have Women In Need. To contribute to the campaign, a series of top industry names have designed paper mache homes, that are being auctioned off this week for the cause.  Celebrities and sports stars were also asked to custom-design a paper mache houses based around the theme “Home is where the heart is,”.

Check out the fabulous dream houses designed by the likes of Vera Wang, Bobbi Brown and Isaac Mizrahi. I absolutely love all of them, but here are my favs.

My pick: Looks

I’m sure that I am not the only girl out there who would love to live in this Isaac Mizrahi house, it has a great aura about it. It’s fun, fabulous and energetic.