Vanessa Bruno's corals

This week I am starting to experiment that first feeling of anticipation that one gets at the beginning of the new season. I am thrilled that bold colours are everywhere for S/S11 moving on from last year's neutral/khaki domination (which I enjoyed but got tired of). While I put together a special Spring post, which is coming up, I looked at some recent celebrity looks from LA —the only place where people hate FW collections. Rachel Bilson hasn't appeared on soVIPzone for a bit but she's back in style. She was seen out and about yesterday getting ready for a TV appearance in a very lady-like classic ensemble. I love how the dress and the Chanel bag keep things quiet and the shoes and necklace help add an edge. but I particularly like her Vanessa Bruno coral jacket. I have always been a massive fan of the brand and of that colour (which my beloved friend Maria excellently wears every summer) and this upcoming season the two have come together. Check out the whole Vanessa Bruno line over at Net-a-Porter.

I'm off.

[Pictures: JustJared.buzznet.com, Net-a-Porter.com]

let the sunshine in

On Wednesday night I attended the opening of the musical Hair in London. I came intrigued and left excited, astonished and utterly inspired. It seems shocking how the hippies, a sociological movement that happened so many years ago can feel so current and still inspire fashion nowadays. The Broadway cast, which showed the reason why the show is still so popular, strolled around stage in the most fun combination of flared and patched-up denim, tasseled suede and tie-dye colours.

Clockwise from top left: Chloé SS10 poncho, Vanessa Bruno Athé denim dungarees, Sass & Bide crochet vest, Chloé SS10 patched-up double denim, Jimmy Choo tasseled suede bag, Citizens of Humanity sleeveless denim jacket, Proenza Shouler sandals, Catherine Malandrino fringed dress, Halston Heritage slouchy bag, Acne fringed suede jacket, Lover cotton shirt.

[Pictures: Style.com, Net-a-Porter, Hairthemusical.co.uk]

I left the show as happy as can be and waiting for the moment to get home and put together a collage like the above that, to be fair, doesn't so much justice to the theatrical experience. I encourage you to get yourself tickets for the show asap and, in the meantime, to enjoy the soundtrack. I will be surprised if you can stop singing "Let the sunshine in" for even a minute. I know my flatmate can't.

I'm off.

couleur face-off

Just by glancing at Kate Bosworth one knows she is very much clued in when it comes to trends. Her outfit of soft lines and muted colours paired up with neutral-coloured shoes and bag epitomises the look of the season for SS10. Looking at any shops it seems evident that these colour palette will take over the upcoming season but let's not forget the other significant trend of the season —military khaki. Which one will you be sporting for SS10?

Below, clockwise from left: Chloé cotton suit, Chloé silk-crepe blouse, Marc Jacobs satin top, Jason Wu chiffon skirt, Vanessa Bruno Athé shorts, Elizabeth and James embellished skirt, Missoni wrap top. All from Net-a-Porter.

Below, clockwise from left: Splendid jersey top, Balmain tank top, Elizabeth and James silk shirt, Balmain cargo shorts, Stella McCartney camouflage shorts, Alexander Wang asymmetric skirt. All from Net-a-Porter.

[Pictures: JustJared, Net-a-Porter]

I'm off.

wine tasting

I didn't realise what a fantastic colour maroon was until I found myself wandering around the China and Japan sections of the V&A museum. It has been the colour choice in Asian furniture and ornaments for centuries. And so, my current obsession consists of all-black ensembles with a flash of what I like to call "wine". These below are "wine" options for all the women who'd like to join in my craze.

Clockwise: Vanessa Bruno silk dress @ Net-a-porter, Alexander McQueen scarf @ Matches, Ray-ban clubmasters @ Liberty of London, Burberry Prorsum cardigan @ Net-a-porter, YSL suede pumps @ Brown's, Pink Fly demi necklace @ Liberty of London, YSL belt @ Matches.

Clockwise: Miu Miu dress @ Net-a-porter, L'Wren Scott sequined cardigan @ Net-a-porter, Wendy Mink ring @ Liberty of London, Lanvin dress @ Matches, Burberry lace-up wellies @ Net-a-porter, Aubin & Willis checked dress @ Net-a-porter, Gold and sapphire earrings @ Browns, Burberry Prorsum shoes @ Net-a-porter.

Are you in?

I'm off.