UrbanMinx Owner Hits London Fashion Week

UrbanMinx owner Melissa Walton jetted off to London last week to take in the fab and glamorous London Fashion Week, where she found inspiration from the latest in Euro designers. Melissa, being a London native herself, has often said that she owes her success in the States to her “London eye,” as she calls it. Her ability to bring that London chic to the West Coast and blend it with lauded US designers was cultivated by the ever-smart Brit lifestyle.

London Fashion Week did not disappoint; the lineup was amazing! Melissa attended catwalk shows by Jasper Conran, Paul Smith, Vivienne Westwood and up-and-coming designer Erdem. Paul Smith wowed with silks and tartan scarves wrapped about the waist. We’re sure we will be seeing this theme trickling down into the contemporary fashion world for summer ‘09.

Jasper Conran continued the theme of diaphanous silks and chiffons, wrapped up in that signature Jasper fashion – the last word in femininity. Conran dreams up the most stunningly delicate dresses to dance on the female form.

Vivienne Westwood set the stage alight as usual with her theatrical and whimsical collection, full of fun with a touch of anarchy. Metallics were strong in the collection, along with lots of draping; overall draping of fabrics was a strong theme.

Erdem was who Melissa favoured most. Like so many new designers, they have that freshness about them. His silk screen peaches and cream dresses looked almost edible and so available to the mainstream fashionista.

Watch this space for the new London designers to be hitting the UrbanMinx.com collection for Spring 09.

Brill Style: Comfortable Trends from our British Style Scout

I am just going nuts for PJ Salvage!!! Who said that PJs had to be made out of checkered flannel? Whoever did set that standard needs to step aside and make room for some seriously revolutionary PJs!!! We adore the new Ginza Dot Floral Camisole and Ginza Dot Shorts in Black, which are not only the ultimate eye-candy, but are super comfortable and soft to the touch. You won’t want to get out of bed when wearing this set! The drawstring pants are the most comfortable PJs I have ever worn. You literally have to remind yourself that you’re wearing anything at all! We love PJ Salvage, not only because they design and make scrumptious sleepwear, but because the collection is also considered a life-style brand - many of the thermals and cami’s can be worn to bed or paired with your fave jeans. This collection is sooooo “user friendly,” us fashionistas just can’t get enough!!!

Hudson denim has a cult following among celebrities, and it’s no wonder why! Being British, I for one just love the tiny little Union Jack that adorns each and every one of these fantastic designer jeans! The classic boot-cut is our best selling Hudson Jean for good reason! This jean cups and enhances the rear like nothing I’ve ever seen, so all you ladies that would like some more “junk in the trunk,” the Hudson Classic Bootcut is for you. These jeans add volume to the derriere, come with a slim cut through the thigh, and nipping in at the knee, open up into a beautiful boot cut. The waist band is a little wider than the norm; this ensures there will be no unsightly bulges, or as we like to say “muffin top” – every woman’s worst nightmare! We love love love the new Vision wash that has just graced us with its presence here at UrbanMinx! The denim is slightly lighter on this spring jean and the wash is true West Coast blue. This wash sums up the Californian lifestyle perfectly. You can easily imagine strolling along Venice beach in these jeans, wearing thongs and a cute bikini top. I also love the striped wide-leg pant in Rox. This stripe wide-leg is our very favorite novelty Hudson pant of the season. It encompasses that nautical look and feel. Don these pants with a classic white tee and some espadrilles and you are ready for the French Riviera!

Brill Style: Spring Fashion Picks from our British Style Scout

The sun is shining, Spring has sprung and it’s time to indulge ourselves in the lovely fashions the season has to offer.

UrbanMinx has some amazingly cute pieces in the yummiest colors. The Juicy Couture Austin Printed Mirco Terry Shift Dress is another hot item this spring. We love the retro 1960s print and style of this shift dress. The Minx Team thinks that Juicy has done an incredible job of blending their terry group with a classy, stylish shift dress and it’s come out a winner. This Juicy shift dress is perfect for your spring vacation - wear it with some Twisted Heart Flip Flops, or use it as a cover-up whilst on the beach with your bathing suit layered underneath. What a classy way to hit the sand this summer!!! Another Juicy item that we think is fabulous is the Juicy Pique Shrunken Coat in cream. This spring jacket is just tailored to the waist with a bracelet sleeve. A magic little jacket with its dainty flower buttons, this is great to pair with so many spring styles – throw it over a summer dress or rock it with your fave jeans.

Speaking of fave jeans, another line we are just bursting with excitement about is GoldSign. We have carried GoldSign for 2 years now, and these jeans are always fabulous. This season they are looking hotter than ever; we are in love with the GoldSign Sunset Wide Leg Jean in Cosmos. The powder blue wash is just delightful, and the criss cross pocket detail with the silver button is so very flattering on so many body types. The denim is as soft as butter, absolutely silky to the touch. The Passion Jean is what made GoldSign famous in the beginning. GoldSign continues to make this winning boot cut with some subtle changes to the hardware and finish. We love the new Passion Jean in Axe – this wash is gorgeous!

On another note – we can’t forget to mention that we’ve just received a new shipment of Bordeaux clothing. This line is back and stronger than ever with the basic ruched tube and the seamless cami – these are must have basics for all of your Spring/Summer layering. The Bordeaux pieces look great under blazers, sweaters, or tees and act as a body smoother, so you get a double bang for your buck on these!! They also come armed with a shelf bra, which makes them super comfortable and supportive. Another Bordeaux piece that our ‘Minx Team’ of stylists is raving about is the Leopard Print Blouse! This silky little top is super cute with jeans, or you can dress it up with a pencil skirt or tailored slacks. The possibilities are endless! The Bordeaux leopard print blouse is a great novelty addition to the wardrobe this spring, and it incorporates the must-have colour of the season with just a hint of mustard/ yellow running through the blouse. Choose the Bordeaux line to bring a modern hint of Belle de Jour femininity to your Stateside life.