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2011-11-07T23:39:00.000Z

‎// A DAY IN THE TWITTER LIFE OF... //

Supposedly Derek Blasberg (author of 'Very Classy', a thoroughly modern guide to living like a lady) took this photo after crawling over a table of broken glass on his hands and knees.

Alexa Can See You: Alexa Chung posted this pic of her newly manicured nails on her twitter page (@alexa_chung ) the other day... kinda creepy yet quite cool at the same time don't ya think!!

For Halloween Alexa went as... a lamb. Too cute!!!

(All images courtesy of www.twitter.com/alexa_chung)

2011-10-17T20:42:00.001+01:00

// KAREN MILLEN A/W 2011 : PRESS DAY \\

This season Karen Millen celebrates opulence with deep rich colours and textures, beautiful hand-worked details and sumptuous materials including lace, faux fur and shearlings, creating truly exquisite pieces to treasure. Here are some images I took on the day...

Colour Connoisseur

Intense colour is key for both day and night. In this Karen Millen A/W story there is a rich peacock blue velvet dress with silk straps and ruffles adding another dimension to the story. You can also find a vibrant electric blue statement coat or a luxurious plush aubergine velvet trouser suit.

Winter lace adds another dimension in sleek paneled dresses or decadent cocktail dresses that play on different weights & styles of lace.

New York City Girl

The Seventies trend still lives on this season in sleek, sporty daywear.

From knee length skirts teamed with blush blouses and knee-high leather boots, to blanket coats & stretch suede long boots.

// Karen Millen Anniversary Collection : Celebrating 30 Years \\

To celebrate their 30th anniversary Karen Millen is launching an anniversary collection of dedicated lifestyle accessories designed to highlight the 30 years of design heritage of the brand & to compliment the modern woman's lifestyle.

The collection will consist of 30 covetable items made in a limited editions numbers & will be available in selected stores around the world, their Grafton Street store being one of them.

There are 6 themed collections: The Classic/ Croc/ Crystal/ Charm & Studded Pony & Bag for Life Collection. They are aimed to be highly versatile with each item aimed to be used in a variety of ways, from a business trip to a city weekend-away, to transporting your technology, embellishing your night-time looks or as transitional accessories, Karen Millen unsures you will travel light and more importantly in style.

(All Images Courtesy of Róisín Moloney & KarenMillen.com)

2011-09-19T23:05:00.000+01:00

// ffffOUND \\

I haven't done a FFFFOUND! post in some time now so I feel it is very deserved of place in today's lazy Monday evening slot. Instead of doing a session at the gym as twas planned, i have opted for a lazy Monday evening of browsing through my fave imagery website FFFFOUND! Honestly I could do this all day everyday, it is as addictive as well.... kissing is as good an example as any ;) Literally you click into one image & see another so click into that one then it just spirals totally out of control & the next thing you know it is 3 hours later.... woopsy!

But it is a world of truly inspirational imagery that I would highly recommend visiting but only if you have the time because as I mentioned earlier you are guaranteed to spend waaaaay more time on it than planned - you have been Warned!!!

Róisín. M xoxo

(All images courtesy of ffffound.com)

2011-09-13T22:38:00.002+01:00

// THE RACHEL ZOE SPRING 2012 COLLECTION \\

Is there anything Rachel Zoe can't do?
Rachel is an all round business woman, stylist/ reality tv star/ wife & recently a mother to her first child, Skylar.

Super Stylist Rachel Zoe has most recently added 'designer' to her long list of titles & launched her Spring/Summer 2012 RTW collection at her very first New York Fashion Week presentation yesterday. In her broadway showroom Rachel showcased a beautiful collection of Brigitte Bardot & '70s-inspired pieces, with the likes of celeb/clients such as Molly Sims & Kim Kardashian popping along for a quick look. The collection totally emulated her own style - one-shouldered dresses, tailored blazers over evening gowns, long skirts - which is obviously a wise move as no doubt all her dedicated RZ fans will be flocking to the stores to snap up these 'easy glamour' pieces as soon as they hit the shop floor next spring.

This vintage inspired, nude ruffle shoulder detailed maxi dress is my absolute FAVOURITE piece (above) although the whole collection is amazing & very wearable!!!

Róisín. M xoxo

(All images courtesy of Elle.com)

2011-09-07T23:00:00.001+01:00

// GREEN WITH ENVY \\

Fall/ Winter Colour Trend 2011

IN THE MOMENT

BOLD or Emerald GREEN....

Last year emerald and bright greens kept popping up on runways and now, it’ appears to be trending on the streets. This jewel-tone provides a rich addition and a touch of elegant sophistication as well as gives an overall edge when used for accessorizing - be it a bag, jewellery, skirt or coat. Start adding some green to your wardrobe, but make sure it's that deep, jewel-tone green. I have sourced some great street style examples for you below that are sure to inspire.

Róisín. M xoxo

// Jackets //

// Skirts //

// BAGS //

2011-09-02T21:00:00.002+01:00

// RIVER ISLAND PARTY WEAR SHOWCASE \\

ONCE upon a time in a land Not too far far away, well the penthouse in The Morgan Hotel to be exact, The River Island Party Wear Showcase was taking place. Inside the wonderfully minimalist showroom were rails packed full fantastical party wear pieces created with the fabulous-factor in mind that every magpie in the land would have been envious of.

Here is a pick of some of my favourite items & accessories that caught my wondering fashion eye.

Prepare to be WOWed!!!

Róisín. M xoxo

// RIVER ISLAND PARTY WEAR F/W 2011 \\

// RIVER ISLAND F/W 2011 ACCESSORIES \\

-- THE END --

(All images by Róisín Moloney)

2011-09-01T00:09:00.001+01:00

// FESTIVAL STYLE GUIDE 2011 \\

This is a special post dedicated to all those EP'ers of you out there who are getting ready to hit one of the last festivals of the summer this weekend - the field-based event of Electric Picnic in Stradbally, Co. Laois. Every festival has a different vibe to it & Electric Picnic is definitely one of the more alternative & laid back kind - much like an Irish Glastonbury I'd like to think (only waaaaaay smaller of course). It has always been known for its great atmosphere and the effort that goes into making it something more than just a couple of dozen bands in a field.

Whether the weather will be kind to us or totally & utterly unpredictable (I'm predicting the latter of the two), either way we'll embrace it to and not let the promised weekend’s showers dampen our desire to dress to impress.

To be honest I think we all know that absolutely 'Anything' goes at a festival anyway - so rather than saying that this is a blog post offering festival style trends, I merely like to think of it as a post packed full of 'festival Inspiration' & from there the 'festival fashion world' is your oyster!!!
See ya at the picnic babeee.... Róisín. M xoxo

// Celebrity Fashion \\

Bip Ling

Jameela Jamil

Kate Bosworth

Alexa Chung

Cara Delevingne

// Colour Pop - Bright 'n' Playful \\

// Shabby Chic \\

// Garden Tea Party Dresses & Denim Shorts \\

Mix 'N' Match: Ladylike tea dresses paired with tough 'n' studded leather boots

// Hats \\

// Sunnies \\

2011-08-24T22:40:00.001+01:00

// ELEVEN OBJECTS \\

Fall 2011

I've fallen in love with these beautiful collars from Eleven Objects.

I have always had a thing for pretty collars, especially those of the Peter Pan kind & in one of my many business ventures that I have thought of in my head (yet never seem to act upon), well clip on collars was one of them. So you can imagine how excited I was when I came across this website with a collection full of beautiful collars made from delicious fabrics such as silk faille, lace and my favourite, calf hair. They are the perfect accessory to breathe new life into an old top or dress that you've fallen out of love with don't ya think!.

Eleven Objects was started when two designer friends, Linh Thi Do and Christine Rhee, simultaneously decided that their wardrobes would be vastly improved by a different kind of accessory - you guessed it: Collars. Check out the 'Wear it' section on their website for inspiration on how to style yours. I'll take one in the tan ponyhair with rose gold studs please!

(Images courtesy of Eleven Objects)

2011-08-19T00:55:00.000+01:00

// ONE FOR THE BOYS \\

Men do summer shorts through The Sartorialist's eyes!

(All images courtesy of The Sartorialist)

2011-08-16T22:57:00.000+01:00

// GUEST POST BLAUBUSHKA STYLEEE \\

Blau von T from Blaubushka and The Hostess Handbook here. Blaubushka; an edgy scrapblog of fashion, style and beauty. The Hostess Handbook; a parlour of delicate beauty, a lounge of wit and the obscure, a kitchen of the kitsch and all things tempting.

Enter into the world of the wanton and the floral; a haven for ditsy prints, acid petals, digital darlings. These are a bunch of ladies of polished prettiness and easy charm. Theirs is a look of seductive understatement giving a ladylike silhouette and a vision of unguarded perfection as layers of floral fabric adorn their porcelain bodies. They favour vintage-inspired dresses and offset them with satchels, ankle boots, cable knit socks.....and the boy next door.

Blau x

(Images via We Heart It, Warehouse)

2011-07-18T22:51:00.003+01:00

// ARM CANDY \\

Even though the fashion world is already wishing our summer away & already looking ahead to the Autumn/Winter collections, I am adamant in staying firmly in the here & now amongst the warmth of this summers biggest trend - PoP Colours. There are lots of delicious 'arm candy' treats for us out there at the moment with plenty of fun, bright pop & candy coloured bags/ satchels & clutches to choose from. They range from all sides of the Pantone spectrum & everywhere in between. From playful bubblegum pink & burnt sunset orange to the striking cobalt blue & mint coloured green. Whatever the colour bright and bold styles will 100% help infuse a little whimsy into your wardrobe this summer & as I mentioned in my 'I Hate Trends' post don’t be afraid to pair them with other spring colors, prints and patterns to create countless fun and flirty fashion possibilities this season.

Embrace the quirky trend & get you noticed for all the right reasons!!! ;)

(Images courtesy of the Amazing Uberlin.co.uk & Stockholm.Streetstyle.com)

2011-07-17T09:37:00.003+01:00

// Looks Of The Week \\

On RoCkInFashIoN's facebook page, I have started to do a 'Look of the Day' - not so original I know but as everyone does have different taste it will vary from one stylista to another right! So now every Sunday I will submit all my looks that I had posted on facebook for that week & vóila you have one simple post brimming with great style ideas.

Happy Sunday mon amies!

Róisin M. xoxo

- Wednesday, July 13th

Look of the Day: Vintage Poppy Maxi Dress teamed with a cute sailor boy hat & the Eiffel Tower in the background as an idyllic prop! J'adore.... ;-)

- Thursday, July 14th

Look of the Day: I love this little pale denim combo teamed with a pair of converse (on the battered side preferably), plain white T, Wayfarers & a large leopard print clutch = 100% effortlessly f*ckin cool!!!

A perfect casual summer look, ci/no!?!

- Friday, July 15th

Look of the Day: I loved this contrast of the angelic pure white layered dress matched with dark accessories, bright red lipstick & slicked back hair... along with her attitude her rough/feminine style rocks!!!

- Saturday, July 16th

Look of the Day: Well it's the polar opposite to yesterday's look of the day but equally as amazing. Take one exceptionally tall model, 1 black lace top, tiered frilled short short skirt teamed with 40 inch legs, large block shades, monochrome symmetric wedges, one large cream leather bag & slicked back hair with a bun high up on your crown & vóila you can look exactly like this! ;)

- Sunday, July 17th

Look of the Day: Quilted khaki shorts that I want so badly, bright yellow Tee, leopard print scarf & two stylish friends by your side = Today's look of the day!!!

Happy Sunday everyone :D xoxo

2011-07-14T08:46:00.001+01:00

// I HATE TRENDS \\

Sometimes it's nice to throw all inhibitions (& trends) out the window & just mish-mash whatever items/ materials/ patterns &/or colours together all in one outfit... below are a few examples I have chosen that got me excited!!!

So today/tomorrow when you are getting ready for your day ahead, why not throw a little caution-to-the-wind, mix things up a bit & see what you end up with (obviously a little bit of styling might need to be taken into consideration)...

Think like a little girl who is just about embark on a raid of her mothers wardrobe & play dress up for the day... do you think colour or item co-ordination would Ever enter their little heads... the answer to that would be a most definite No!!! ;)

If you do decide to mix things up with your wardrobe today, feel free to take a style pic & post it on the RoCkInFaShIoN facebook page to show us how you rocked the look xoxo

(Images courtesy of Elle.com, StockholmStreetStyle.com)

2011-07-13T08:59:00.002+01:00

// THE SATCHEL \\

The Vintage Satchel.... arm candy at it's absolute best...
& what every woman/man needs to add a touch of style to their wardrobe!!!
This one below is especially delighful don't you think ;)

2011-04-28T00:15:00.000+01:00

// DUBLIN STREET STYLE \\

Spotted: The Gallery of Photography, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

Who: Darragh Shanahan, Marketing Manager of The Gallery of Photography

Style: The Quilted Jacket Dude!!!

What's not to love about the quilted jacket?

Comfort, durability, design are all characteristics that make this one desirable piece.

The pairing of a polyester outer shell and nylon lining is the perfect armor to fight off chilly/wet conditions that festival season in unpredictable Ireland can all to frequently bring about, so this is one piece that will certainly be on the top of my fashion check list :D

Darragh teamed his with turned up raw dark denim jeans & brown suede desert boots for the perfect cool, casual look.

2011-04-22T21:34:00.001+01:00

// CRYSTALISED \\

Miu Miu have created a serious pair of statement footwear. Check out this bedazzling pair of crystal-embellished glitter-finish leather brogues that will certainly add instant cool to any everyday look. Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz would be proud of these beauties ;)

If you are lucky enough to have a mere $585 lying around, you can purchase them from the lovely luxury fashion website NET-A-PORTER.com!!!

Images courtesy of Net-A-Porter

2011-04-17T00:13:00.003+01:00

// UBER-ADDICTED \\

When living in London I had a very sweet, kind, talented, funny, creative, caring, & uber fashionable friend in the name of Zoe Glazebrook.

Zoe, her writer/illustrator beau, two suitcases & two cats Iggy and Otis recently made the brave move to pack up all their worldly possessions & up sticks to the creative hub that is Berlin.

Suddenly finding themselves immersed in the cultural buzz of this new city - that they have chosen to call their new home for the unforeseeable future - in search of a new and prosperous Life experience & so their fantastic blog UBERLIN was born! Giving us folk (that aren't quite brave enough to make the same move) a taster of what city life is really like in this cool and creative hub!

After reading their very first post aptly titled 'Let's Go', I have been addicted ever since....

Canvassing everything from their interests in the worlds of food, music, art, design, technology, culture and style I can guarantee you that you too will soon be hooked. I have included some great imagery from their blog below.

Happy browsing!!!

xoxo

**UBER CULTURE**

**UBER-STYLE by ZOe**

All images courtesy of UBERLIN

2011-04-11T13:36:00.000+01:00

// THE KIMONO JACKET \\

STYLE TIP: Team this gorgeously luxurious silk Kimono jacket from Miss Selfridge (£38) with a pair of vintage/distressed denim shorts, beige ankle boots & a white cotton cami for a great festival or smart/casual style.

2011-04-10T23:36:00.000+01:00

// SPRINGS HOTTEST ACCESSORY \\

FUN FASHION FOR SPRING : PRADA's COLOURFUL FUR STOLE

Ok so this is obviously a passing fad that resembles a raccoons tail dipped in some brightly coloured paint but never-the-less it is a staple piece of many of the very fashionable peop's wardrobes and was the accessory of choice during last months fashion weeks with the likes of Marc Jacobs, Pop editor-at-large Shala Monroque & fashion risk-taker Anna dello Russo all donning one (or two).

Even if us normal folk won't be wearing one anytime soon, you have to admit it is fun to look at from the safety of our own laptops ;)

Prada Spring/Summer 2011

2011-03-16T13:56:00.000Z

// DARK FASHION \\

Even though we are now well and truly into the Spring and obviously the summer is just about within reach, everyone is finally starting to pack away their dark & dreary winter clothes for another year & opting for the refreshingly bright floral, neon & block colouring trends of Spring/ Summer 2011.

BUT......

I have to say I will still always be a firm believer & lover of All things black come Autumn/Winter/Spring or Summer. It is a colour that you can never go wrong with and is effortless, elegant & just plain and simply classic. Think the style of designers Acne/ Helmut Land & Alexander Wang that never opt too far from the monochromic colour palette.

Also the colour BLACK has so may added benefits to consider as well, such as:

- It is the colour that symbolises authority & power

- It instantly makes you appear thinner

- It is & always will be considered stylish & timeless

Now who can argue with that. Here are some images de 'inspiration' ;)

Róisín xoxo

Images courtesy of Stockholm Street Style

2011-03-15T21:38:00.000Z

// PARISIAN STREET STYLE \\

In 5 steps.....

STEP 1: Grunge Head Wear Styling - Studs n Scalp Skimming Spikes

STEP 2: Block Colouring - Moss Green & Bold Blue Block Colour Tuxedo Pants

STEP 3: The three F's - Fedora & Fur = Fabulous

STEP 4: A Tailored Camel Coloured Blazer adds refined lines to loose trousers, a slouchy Miu Miu

STEP 5: Christine Centenera is a vision in these ethnic inspired Patterned Silk Pants

2011-03-11T14:05:00.001Z

// THE Om DIVA \\

Spotted: OM Diva, Clare Street, Dublin 2

Who: Clara-belle, works @ OM Diva a great little vintage boutique shop which has just moved location to Clare Street from George's Street Arcade.

100% worth a visit!

Style: Mixing a vintage girly pink/ print dress with the epitome of grunge that are Doc Martin boots, Clarabelle's look is feminine with her own edgy stamp on it, fab!!!

Peach/pink leaf detail dress: OM Diva

Black Coc Martins: € 30 from eBay

(All images taken by & credited to Róisín Moloney of RoCkInFaShIoN)

2011-03-02T18:58:00.000Z

// THE ITALIAN GODDESS \\

Giovanna Battaglia & her flawless style can do no wrong in my eyes.

She used to be a fitting and runway model for Dolce & Gabbana and now she is a fashion editor for L'Uomo Vogue. I always love this time of year where all your fave fashionista's come out in their droves attending all of the fabulous shows & parties donning the most prodigious of attire. There are inspirational street style pics a plenty & here are just a few of my personal 'best-loves'....

2011-02-26T20:48:00.001Z

// Purple Fashion S/S 2011 \\

Purple Fashion highlights the spring 2011 collections with Theo Wenner’s no fuss shoot starring actress Liv Tyler donning a wardrobe of head to toe Proenza Schouler.

Styled by Mel Ottenberg

// INTERVIEW MAGAZINE MARCH 2011 \\

Amanda Seyfried by Mikal Jansoon

Doe eyed, Amanda Seyfried, and her doll-like features can totally deceive you.

This photo-shoot by Mikal Jansoon definitely shows her hidden mischievous side the shoot & she definitely
brings a lot more strength to soft lace and silk don't you think?
You can
distinctly recognize Mikael’s photography style in this shoot: classic, sensual, and romantic, which makes for an amazing editorial.

2011-02-23T23:10:00.000Z

// THE SUBURBIAN \\

Spotted: Bewley's Café

Who: Jonathan Smith, founder of soon to be launched lifestyle magazine, SUBURBIA!

Style: The Modern Man's Suit!

Emulating style of Tom Ford, Jude Law & co. 'The Confidence Cut' perfectly describes Jonathan's dapper look. This is where the look is smart but relaxed, sophisticated but cool, a cut of suit for a gent who can comfortably wear those extra little details that Joe Average generally lacks the confidence to wear out of fear of derision.

Brown Brogues: Aldo

Navy suit: River Island

White Shirt: River Island

Brown Leather Satchel: Topman

(All images taken by & credited to Róisín Moloney of RoCkInFaShIoN)

2011-02-22T19:54:00.000Z

// LFW: THE FINAL LOOK \\

As there are so so many catwalk shows (1o3 at LFW to be exact & that's not including presentations) in one fashion capital alone & most designers showcasing from between 30 - 60 looks in their collection each, it can be very time consuming to get through them all.

So, as nice as I am ;), I decided to go through (what I deem) my most popular designers that show in London Fashion Week, pick out their key looks & photoshop them down into 8 great looks that you can view easily & at your own leisure in ONE glance.....

Hope you enjoy them xoxo

ERDEM A/W 2011-12

GILES DEACON A/W 2011-12

MATTHEW WILLIAMSON A/W 2011-12

MULBERRY AW 2011-12

CHRISTOPHER KANE A/W 2011-12

(Images courtesy of Style.com)

2011-02-22T13:56:00.001Z

// LONDON FASHION WEEK ELITE \\

The Créme De La Créme of the British Designers

Burberry Prorsum A/W 2011-12

** Front Row**

** The Collection**

My top pick from the following London Fashion Week designers are to follow.... Matthew Williamson/ Vivienne Westwood/ Temperley London/ Julien MacDonald/ Erdem & Mulberry!!!

xoxo

2011-02-21T00:29:00.001Z

// LONDON FASHION WEEK SO FAR \\

Much to my delight London Fashion Week has proven to be a blend of radiant colours for Autumn/Winter 2011-12 from the soft pastels of Acne to the vibrant, fun pop-colours of Louise Gray & House of Holland, a nice change for what is normally a season dedicated to the darker colours of the colour spectrum.
The patterns/ textures/ designs & hosiery are deeming to be just as eye-catching as the colours. So I have compiled a nice little pick of my best-loved designer collections so far, starting with kooky designer Henry Holland whose collection was supposedly inspired by grannies, bingo, crochet and budgerigars - with the HOH invites even arriving disguised as a Bingo Card, Genius! As always Henry triumphed, creating beautiful designs while keeping fashion fun, light and playful.....

Enjoy the show!!

*HOUSE OF HOLLAND A/W 2011-12*

*LOUISE GRAY A/W 2011-12*

*ACNE A/W 2011-12*

*BORA AKSU A/W 2011-12*

(All individual catwalk images from various sources & photoshopped by RoCkInFaShIoN)

2011-02-20T16:37:00.000Z

JONATHAN SAUNDERS A/W 2011-12

When: Saturday, February 19th , 2011

Venue: An office block in Paddington

Inspiration: The sheer elegance of the 30s and 40s.

Front Row: Olivia Palermo, Tallulah and Yasmin Le Bon, VV Brown and Marina Diamandis.

Jonathan Saunders Autumn/Winter 2011-12

Colour-Pop & Vibrant Bird Prints. The first two catwalk shows that I looked at from yesterdays LFW were firstly Henry 'bingo, crochet and budgerigars' Holland (will explain in HOH collection review) & Jonathan Saunders, where both equally surpassed themselves with two great & my favoured 'colourful' collections.

Jonathan Saunders consisted of strict silhouettes with mouth-watering rainbow colours & beautiful vibrant prints. Print, colour & texture were definitely the core of Jonathan Saunders collection, with the urquoise bird print on burnt orange silk, belted jackets with long pencil skirts, retro patterns in miss-matched colours, a burgundy dress with a black velvet panel proving to be the favourites.

Here is what Siobhán Mallen of Grazia had to say about the Scots collection:
"This was a collection that ticks all the magic boxes; it had catwalk presence in shedloads, will make for stunning editorial in autumn/winter magazine fashion shoots, yet you can easily imagine real women wearing these clothes in their real lives (including this real woman in my real life!) making it a commercial goer. Job done."

I have picked my 'Top Five' fave looks for you above & they are all.... Luscious!

2011-02-20T09:31:00.000Z

// LOOK OF THE DAY \\

Fashion stylist/ writer of Fashion Squad, Carolina Engman, rocking this luxurious look of a beautiful colourful Versace dress, draped cream leather jacket, black Céline bag & black suede Versace shoes for Luisa Via Roma.

Flawless!!!

(Pics from Fashion Squad)

2011-02-19T16:12:00.002Z

// LONDON FASHION WEEK BEGINS \\

London-based Irish designer Paul Costelloe ensured that it was a bright start to London Fashion Week yesterday morning when his collection hit the runway @ 9am in the BFC Catwalk Showspace in the picturesque setting of Somerset House.

Last year Paul sent his six sons onto the catwalk (yes the whole six of them) & this season he kept it within the family again when he opened his show with his 24 year-old daughter, Jessica - in a lush rose-red Harris tweed coat, which perfectly matched her hair - who has just graduated with a degree in opera from the Juilliard School of Music.

The collection was refreshingly colourful for the Autumn/Winter season.

It was lovely to hear that Paul used a tweed sourced in our very own Tipperary (as well as Harris tweed) and Irish wools in Autumnal shades to reflect his Irish roots, opting for textured threads in emerald green, fuschia & mustard.

As quoted from an article in The Telegraph by Hilary Alexander, she said of his collection;

"There were mini-skirts, dresses and coats, all adhered to the flattering fit and flare line, with hems well above the knee. Mixed in with the rustic, crunchy tweeds, herringbones and plaids, were soft rose-print silks and an abstract, painterly print, particularly effective in drop-waist dresses with a bow-finished, pleated effect at the hip."

An altogether fabulous collection with a nice little nod to his Irish roots.

Sláinte Mr. Costelloe!!! xoxo

(All images courtesy of The Fash Pack & The Telegraph)

2011-02-19T10:48:00.000Z

// GOLD METALLICA \\

I saw this image on Elle.com & was instantly drawn her eye catching skirt.

This girl makes a real statement in this outfit with her fabulously indulgent gold metallic pleated skirt & I know some people may look at this picture & think there are waaay too many trends going on - polka dots, pleats, metallic, backpack, fur coat - but I think she portrays the shall we say 'je ne sais quoi' to pull it off effortlessly!!!

2011-02-18T14:02:00.000Z

// THE BLACK SWAN \\

Mila Kunis for W Magazine

These are photos from deserving cover model 'Black Swan' star Mila Kunis’s W Magazine cover shoot, photographed by Craig McDean for the March issue. The Spring Fashion Issue is due to hit the stands on February 25th.

The Ukrainian-born actress dons a feathered and sheer cover-up with a pink lace bra and super smoky-eye makeup.

Doesn't she look amazing!!!

(Images courtesy of the Fashion Spot)

2011-02-17T18:52:00.002Z

// MY IMAGES ARE ON HOLIDAY \\

Aaaaaaargh.....

I have been notified by some readers today that they were having trouble viewing some of the images on RoCkInFaShIoN so I have notified Google & they have assured me that everything will be back to it's beautiful imagery savvy self by tomorrow evening, pheeew!!!
Off to see new Indie band Mona now, uuuuber exctied.... hope everyone has a lovely evening also :D

Róisín xoxo

(Image courtesy of ffffound.com)

2011-02-16T22:54:00.002Z

// SPRING SUMMER TWENTY ELEVEN \\

Coast Press Preview S/S 2011

Ok well first & foremost I apologise in advance for this Xxxtra long post but at the S/S 11 Coast preview today there were just so many amazing pieces that Coast have in store for us this coming season that I simply found it too hard to dwindle down my images to a sizeable amount! :)

Now I have to admit I wouldn't have been a regular shopper in Coast before (probably due to the fact that I didn't have many formal evening soirées or weddings to don such elegantly feminine dresses to... Que the violins, hehe), but after attending the press preview today and as I do happen to have a wedding coming up, I saw a lot of dresses that are now serious contenders.

Coasts' vision for their spring summer collection was of playful femininity with a sleek, grown-up edge & the palette, a juxtaposition of beautiful soft ivory, taupe & luscious greens, punctuated with pops of lemon, emerald blue & raspberry.

The cuts, pleats & billowing, draped silk dresses flowed and fell effortlessly. They had styles to suit every body shape and taking inspiration from Mad Men, 70's glamour to the ocean life there were also pieces to appeal to every taste.

Some of the pieces are in-stores now but they will mainly be filtering through to the stores between now & April. Coast are also celebrating 15 years of in-house design and this season marks the launch of the Coast shoe collection consisting of 15 footwear styles.... they are definitely worth popping in for a peep!!!

Coast are also introducing their first ever 'Bridal Collection' which will only be available exclusively in their Dundrum store. The dresses feature many of the seasons fashion trends such as romantic lace, pleats & tulle all translated into timeless styles.

They were all simply stunning....

The Invite

The Showroom

S/S 11 Colour Palette

The Dresses

Shoes & Accessories

The Finer Details

The Bridal Collection

(All images taken by & credited to Róisín Moloney of RoCkInFaShIoN)

2011-02-14T23:32:00.002Z

// GRANNY CHIC \\

Spotted: The Leopardstown Races

Who: Alana & Lauren - Make-Up Forever colleagues

Style: Vintage Granny Chic!
You wouldn't expect the kind of clothes associated with your gran to be considered stylish but
these girls wrapped up against the cold in cosy fur jackets, scarves, warm tights & red lipstick to make for a quirky little outfit. 'Granny chic' has featured heavily on the catwalk and is now making its way onto the high street, fuelled by celebrities like Alexa Chung, Agyness Deyn and the Geldof girls - Embrace!!! ;)

(All images taken by & credited to Róisín Moloney of RoCkInFaShIoN)

2011-02-11T10:00:00.004Z

// THE URBAN GENTLEMEN \\

Spotted: South William Street, Dublin 2

Who: Band members Jamie & Mark, who work together at McCullough Pigott Music Shop & are two of a three part Indie band called The Ambience Affair

Style: I caught these two guy's in the midst of working hard moving furniture yesterday morning (random I know) & couldn't resist grabbing them for a quick pic of their preppy/urban gent style donning woolen cardigans, with pink t-shirt/ lime green shirt & skinny tie, worn denim & Camper runners.... Trés Trés Retro!

(All images taken by & credited to Róisín Moloney of RoCkInFaShIoN)

2011-02-10T07:42:00.002Z

// LONDON STYLE \\

Spotted: Grafton Street, Dublin 2

Who: Ed from London, over in Dublin with his girlfriend & working for Superdry clothing

Style: Ed depicts the typical London style to me. Thick rimmed clear lensed geek chic glasses, pea coat, skinny black jeans, old skool trainers & a hairstyle that all correlate together perfectly to match with the typical 21st century nonchalance and confidence - a look I could never resist!!!

(All images taken by & credited to Róisín Moloney of RoCkInFaShIoN)

2011-02-09T13:34:00.001Z

// WINTER STYLE \\

Spotted: College Green, Dublin 2

Who: Eva from Cologne, Germany - living in Ireland studying English

Style: Eva demonstrates winter fashion at its finest. If she was freezing her lil tush off she sure wasn't showing it in this perfect classic navy pea coat & skinny jeans combo teamed with cool vintage camel coloured 'Reporter Bag' & boots which both she had picked up in a shop in Germany.

The clash of light coloured accessories over dark navy gives this winter look a refreshingly lighter feel.

(All images taken by & credited to Róisín Moloney of RoCkInFaShIoN)

2011-02-07T14:38:00.003Z

// THE C O L O U R -POP SOCK \\

Definition:

sock |säk|noun a garment for the foot and lower part of the leg, typically knitted from wool, cotton, or nylon.• a removable inner sole placed inside a shoe or boot for added warmth or to improve the fit.

Whilst having my weekly browse through the elite street style blogs 'The Sartorialist' & 'Stockholm Street Style', I noticed a little reoccurring trend that I wanted to share with you, which is the delightfully bright burst of colour via le sock. In this cold weather it is definitely one necessary item of clothing. The trend has been around since the summer where the trousers/jeans are a little above the ankle, teamed with the brogue sans le sock but now with the transition into the cold winter months all you have to do is add warm cotton socks with a pop of bright colours &/or patterns, perfect for winter style.

The fashion conscious all over are jazzing their outfits up a bit by going this one step further & picking a colour other than black or navy for a change & I like it!!!

(All images courtesy of The Sartorialist & Stockholm Street Style)