CLIENT

Client is a new unisex fashion label from Kate Holmes, founder of the band of the same name. Equal parts austere and sneakily sexy, the line is as influenced by the cold war as it is by Kraftwerk, Koolhaas, and the coolest clubs in the world.

The Client line – a capsule collection including clothing, accessories, and makeup – is all about utilitarian ease… with a hint of edgy sensuality bubbling underneath.

What is a CLIENT?

A secretary, a call girl, a lawyer’s customer and accountant’s patron – they’re all clients – male or female. The Client collection nods to uniforms and office wear but interprets that feel with a knowing, modern twist. The pieces are updated, uniquely tweaked takes on the sensibility of what you might expect an old-school shop assistant to wear – or even your lawyer – and the fantasies they might inspire some customers to have after they leave.

Who is CLIENT?

The band Client has built a loyal international following, touring the world over the last five years. The group has played tastemaker clubs literally across the globe – in countries like China, Finland , Germany, America, and Mexico – and have sold a vast amount of merchandise like fitted, logo-ed t-shirts along the way. The clothing line is distinct from the band, but echoes the imagery and aesthetic of that salient, visual live show.

What makes up CLIENT?

Upon launch, the Client line will consist of utilitarian dresses, a skirt, a blouse, unisex t-shirts, jackets, trench coats and accessories . Everything is easy-to-wear and versatile, but still makes
a statement… all for not too much money. The pieces are designed for each wearer to customize with their own accessories and existing wardrobe, whether with designer pieces, high street purchases, or vintage finds.

What is the ethos of CLIENT?

We aim to source all our material and manufacture here in the UK. We also have a “remade” label which is a sustainable line of used army and field surplus wear re-cut and re-made by Client – all sourced in Wales.

CLIENT… Satisfaction Guaranteed.

I’m loving the look of new label Client who have already been featured in Vogue and InStyle. The sleek, chic and military vibe really appeal to me and the pieces look perfect for a more grown up, refined style.

The shop has literally just opened, I was pretty disappointed not to have been able to make it to the launch!

You can check them out online, on facebook and on tumblr

What do you think? It’s a far cry from my usual style, but I think I’m ready to embrace the change.

xxx

Snacking Saturday; perfect pretzels

I think that by now most of us in the UK are familiar with Penn State pretzels. For me they symbolise the transition from teenage piss up, complete with cold pizza and pringles, to more sophisticated affairs featuring, err, cold pizza and pretzels.

Penn State have recently launched some new flavours in to the mix, and indeed some new snacks in the form of baked deli chips,
but what REALLY excited me was the re-launch of Worcestshire Sauce flavour pretzels. Because I am weird like that…

A package stuffed with goodies greeted me from work one day.
The sour cream flavour is GOOD
but the Worcestshire Sauce flavour…
AMAZING. I cannot get enough.

YES!

Your all welcome to come to my next party; but please, bring your own pretzels.

xxx

We all Love a Wedding

As April 29th proved, we all love a good wedding! Summer is prime time for the exchanging of vows; everyone wants to make the most of the supposed sunshine. I’m now at that age where friends are getting engaged, which means at some point I will be (hopefully) attending weddings, which has of course got me thinking “what the heck will I wear?”

A few months ago I blogged about Girl Meets Dress and I have been in e-mail contact with them ever since. The other day we were talking about weddings, and they have kindly sent over an article with some style advice (as well as gorgeous dresses!)


Look sophisticated in this off-white floor length one-shoulder gown by Lolita Karma. The black and yellow sash that runs across the body adds a twist to an otherwise plain dress, and rescues it from the precarious territory of being a bit-too-bridal.

Go for bold, and embrace all things ‘colour pop’ in this Harlow maxi dress by the much talked about Gorgeous Couture. With rouched shoulders, a draped bodice, and daring cutaway hip detailing, this dress will ensure you make a luxurious statement. A jacket and clutch is all you need for you outfit to be wedding ready!

Be fun and feathery in this demure Amee Lou Francisca dress. The ostrich feather detail and
playful hemline keeps the look light and keeps it from being overly formal.

For a dress that really does have the magic touch, turn to the Butter By Nadia slate dress.
Dubbed the ‘miracle dress’ among other nicknames, the dress is able to be wrapped in
countless ways, and ‘miraculously’ will fit a size 6 to a 16! Feel great and look sexy whatever
your size in this fabulously versatile dress.

Still not sure? The good news is GirlMeetsDress have even more dresses, found in their wedding guest dress section!

Hiring a dress for any occasion is even cheaper with the GirlMeetsDress membership scheme, that allows you to rent any one dress each month no matter the price, for just £39! So a dress that would cost £200 to hire, you can have for less than £40!

And in the meantime it’s back to weddings: here’s to the bride and groom. And of course, to you and your dress!

Just a Note: I just wanted to make it clear that although GMD provided this post for me, I received no payment, and will receive no payment should you wish to hire a dress! I’ve had a few reader requests for a wedding outfit helped post, so this seemed the perfect opportunity. I would personally use GMD if, and when I go to a wedding, far better than spending a fortune on a dress I will only ever wear once (because that’s how I roll).

I hope you find this post useful. Big thank you to GMD for providing the content; every post you see this weekend is scheduled due to me actually getting a life…so it has been a big help!

xxx

Filofax Blogger Style-Off part 2!



A couple of weeks ago I posted about being a part of the Filofax Blogger Style-Off

The competition has now gone LIVE on Facebook and I need YOUR votes.

I threw aside my notion of colour blocking and team my Apex with my fruit print dress…

The other girls are truly rocking it, and I don’t fancy my chances much, but if you feel like voting for me, do feel free!
If I win, there will be 12 Filofax Apex files winging their way to adaisychaindream readers!

Ohh yeah…to vote, click like under my photo

xxx