alphaville lookbook

Loving this "Alphaville" lookbook by Papercup, an independent label from New Zealand. The 60s vibe, bright colours, and scalloped hemlines...so perfect! There's not a single piece that I wouldn't want for my own wardrobe.

teddy's girl

Lookbook photos from Colenimo

Glorious! That's how I'd describe this lookbook by London fashion label Colenimo. Inspired by the teddy boys and girls of 1950's London, it was for their '08/'09 AW collection (yeah, so I'm a little behind..) and there's a short film that goes with it too. The whole vintage styling (that hair! that tulle skirt!) and photography is a joy to look at. Goes to show that black and white photos doesn't always have to be gloomy or moody. Neither should lookbooks and editorials. Honestly, we need more smiles and less grumpiness in fashion editorials!!

P.S. I gave my blog a little makeover, and dyed the side background pink (those using smaller computer screens might not notice though). Felt I needed that splash of girly colour! What do you think?

more {twin set} love - ♥ guest post by Jess

Hello lovelies! My name's Jess, and I'm popping in today to share a new vintage shop crush with you all... {twin set}!

You may remember them from this post that Anna did back in April - but I've got some new summer lovelies of theirs to show you.

Are you swooning yet?

Have you visited {twin set} yet? If not, I hope these shots have convinced you to take a peek.

It's a little vintage shop of goodness run by two lovely ladies - Angela of Leeloo and Renee Anne. I love every single thing in their shop! In fact, I may have to keep my eye on there... but alas I have already spent my budget on vintage lovelies this month...

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Jess Van Den is extremely passionate and passionately extreme about all things handmade and vintage, and a multi-tasker extraordinaire! When not blogging at Epheriell Designs, she's making jewellery, editing *bespoke* zine, hanging out on twitter - or possibly doing all of these things at once.

strummer

Strummer is an Australian fashion label by designers, Gina Cole and Edwina Hagon. Their Spring/ Summer 2010 line (yes, Spring is just starting here) is titled "Home", and I see how it lives up to it's name with designs that look relaxed, comfortable, yet still very stylish - as one's home should be. Above are some pieces from the collection that caught my eye. I'm loving those crochet dresses! A fashionable take on a cozy crochet rug? Yes please.

P.S. Just a reminder: until the end of the month, Beta Boutique is offering a 10% discount if you use the code "much love" during checkout!

P.P.S. The winner of the Pop Pop Portraits Giveaway, chosen randomly, is #31: Rhianne. Congratulations! I'll be in touch shortly :)

in the details

Whether it's the pussybow collar, flowers on the pockets, or ruffled sleeves... it's often the little details that make the outfit. These pieces from Sally Scott's 2010 Spring Collection capture those details very nicely.

Lu Flux

Hello Much Love's friends! I am Fiona of Fee-AMore. I am happy to be guesting over here while Anna heads back home.

Lu Flux is a London designer/label that specializes in creating outside of the box, unique pieces of ethical clothing, that makes something new out of the old. Coming across their S/S 2010, Eco Life of Riley, i not only enjoy their take on the ethical clothing, the knitting and patchwork seen on this collection, i enjoyed their take on the styling of this collection too. I hope you enjoyed it, like i do! And thanks for having me over, Anna!

deco dreams

Images from the Deco Dreams lookbook by {twin set}, which is so very pretty! I love the whole style of it. The Ariel (first pic) is my favourite from their latest collection.