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With the highly anticipated Fifty Shades of Grey movie being released this month and Valentines Day just gone, it's only right to embrace the colour of love in your ensemble this month, the sultry and ever so sexy, Red!

Celebs such as Kendall Jenner have been donning the shade in pure perfection, sticking to sultry fitted looks and adding matching accessories to create a beautiful, glamorously simple and sexy ensemble.
Kendall Jenner looks runway ready in a luscious red thigh high split gown.
A clean cut red dress is must to achieving the sultry look and there's a wide selection across the high street to suite any body shape and any occasion. From shift styles for the office, to figure fitting turtle necks perfect for that romantic date or dancing the night away on the dancefloor, there really is a style out there to suite any body shape. 
From top left: Miss Selfridge Turtle neck dress, Topshop Sleeveless flippy dress, Warehouse Jacquard shift dress, River Island red notch structured dress, New Look high neck double cross strap dress, H&M lace dress.
Add matching red accessories to your dress such as a large on trend tote bag or a cute clutch for a special occasion. Finally team your dress with a glam statement pendent such as our beautifully antiqued Rana necklace and our ssssultry Cobra crystal snake ring. Then complete your look with a sky high pair of thigh high boots or some mega heels, creating a sexy sultry ensemble that's sure to turn heads!
From top left: Accessorize mini pocket satchel, Taupe and Pearl Cobra crystal snake ring, New Look red strawberry clutch, Ark super high chelsea boots, Schuh majestic high heel, Taupe and Pearl Rana necklace, Warehouse structured shopper.
Out goes Radiant Orchid and in comes Marsala. Pantone has announced that Marsala is the colour of 2015 and they reckon it 'enriches our mind, body and soul, exuding confidence and stability'.

 We can't help but think, do we have Kylie Jenner to thank for this one?
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Kylie Jenner has been seen sporting a brownish, pinky nude lip for a few months now, and as far as lip colours go, its one of the most flattering. So, we know that Marsala works when it comes to make up. How does it figure when it comes to clothing?
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Well, if the pictures above are anything to go by, very well indeed.

 Will you be supporting the Marsala shade this year?
The beginning of a new season makes way for new fashions and styles. As Paris Couture fashion week came to a close lots of new jewellery trends came to the fore front:
Romantics
With Valentine's day just around the corner this look couldn't have come at a better time. The romantic jewellery trend pays homage to deep jewel tones, golds and pearls. It has a medieval vibe so think luxury and intricate detail.
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Mismatched earrings
Mismatched earrings were seen on most runways at couture weeks. A simple trend we can all replicate this season and the bigger the better! Not only is this style "on trend" it's also practical if you're like me and are constantly losing an earring!
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Chokers
Chokers were huge last season and it looks like they still mean business in spring/summer. To switch it up from last year think more sports luxe, chunky jewellery and chains add a modern twist to a 90's classic.
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Pendants
Large pendants were also a key feature down the runways. They add interest to any outfit no matter how simple or what the colour palette or style may be. When it comes to pendants in spring 2015 the bigger the better!
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How many of these trends will you be trying?
A sensational 70's theme seems to have been sweeping across the catwalk for Spring/ Summer 2015, with designers such as Prada and Gucci bringing us hippie accents mixed with stunningly modern cuts.
Inspired by this the high street is embracing the trend with bold graphic prints and structured monochrome in the form of sexy swing dresses, twin sets and fabulous mini skirts, taking us back to the super glamorous era.


70s trend on the catwalk

Bold Retro Prints
With perfect paisley and brilliantly bright floral's great for the forthcoming festival season, the 70's trend bring us an array of bold and beautiful prints that are great to make the ultimate statement at any party. Match your print with a must-have thigh high boot as well as bold accessories that exaggerate the vibrant colours and truly embrace the trend.

Featured from top: Dress H&M, Top Warehouse, Osna Jeweled bib from Taupe and Pearl, Trousers Topshop, Thigh high boot Topshop, Dress Dorothy Perkins, Naveya Necklace Taupe and Pearl.

Magnificent Monochrome
Subtle and sophisticated, a monochrome piece straight from 70's is the perfect way to liven up your work wardrobe. Choose structured pieces and team them with plain separates as well as bold footwear, for a statement look that's sure to be fabulous from work straight to the dance floor.

Featured from top: Top Topshop, Blazer and Shirt dress River Island, Peep toe shoes Dorothy Perkins, Toulouse adjustable midi ring and Ember earrings both Taupe and Pearl.

Outfit Solving Twin Sets
Back in the 70s and the tantalizing twin set was everywhere, in fabulous florals and wild graphic prints. The perfect retro look, the high street is full of twin sets that are sure to solve all your outfit dilemmas this coming season. Team your twin set with a pair of glamorous black heels and a blazer to bring the look right up to date!

Featured from top: Floral top and shorts both Miss Selfridge, Persis Bracelet from Taupe and Pearl, Monochrome top and skirt both River Island, Stripe top and skirt both Topshop, Wings Cuff from Taupe and Pearl.
So grab your sensational 70s inspired look from across the high street this season, whether it be with a glamorous twin set, some sophisticated monochrome, or with a gorgeous graphic print, it's sure to have you on trend and looking amazing throughout the spring season.
As the winter season finally comes to a close and spring finally approaches, we want to get ready for the brighter days with pretty pastels and clean cuts, that really make the dreary January days feel that little bit better and a whole lot brighter. 
With designers such as Valentino and Erin Fetherstone creating cute, flowing and multicolored pastel pieces, wonderful for any special occasion or for a day shopping across the city, a pastel themed accessory will complete any look and embrace the springtime trend.
Gold fashion skull, unicorn jewellery. How to clean and care for your jewellery

How many times have you dug an old favourite piece of jewellery out of the cupboard only to find it's discoloured, rusted or (horror!) fallen apart? As much as you might curse the shop you bought it from, not caring for your jewellery properly is actually the biggest cause of defects.
Giving your fashion jewellery the proper love and care it deserves can ensure it stays looking gorgeous for years, and luckily it's very simple to do!

CARE
Do protect your lovely jewellery from rain, sweat and body lotion during wear
Do apply hairspray, perfume and body products (sparingly) before putting your jewellery on

 Don't do the washing up in all your rings and bracelets 

 Why- fashion jewellery is made from metal alloys (which means different types of metals mixed together) and water, alcohol and some oils can cause these metals to oxidise, creating rust, corrosion and a range of strange colours to appear on the surface from green to yellow. Alcohols and strong astringents can also cause metals and some types of beads and crystals to lose their gorgeous shine.

CLEANING
Do give your items a rub with a soft cloth after wear to ensure they're clean and sparkling
Do use a soft, clean dry toothbrush to clean daily dirt from hard to reach places occasionally if needed

 Don't use soapy water, chemicals or harsh abrasives to clean your jewellery

 Why- as above, too much moisture can cause metal alloys to oxidise, but chemicals or over vigorous cleaning can remove the coating from some pieces and loosen glues, increasing the chance of losing crystals and beads or the item falling apart!

STORAGE
Do remember to remove jewellery before bed
Do hang necklaces or lay them flat in a box, to stop them becoming tangled
Do store earrings in pairs for ease and piece of mind
Do find beautiful holders for your jewellery (especially lovely ring stands!) but remember to rotate the items 'on show' frequently, as direct sunlight and exposure to air can sometimes cause colours to fade.



This time last week we saw Disney release the trailer for the highly anticipated live action adaptation of Cinderella. Due for release in March 2015 we were blown away by the fantastic performances by Lily James (Cinderella) and the ever talented Helena Bonham Carter (Fairy Godmother), however the star studded cast wasn’t the only things getting us excited! The styling is stunning; the gorgeous pastel blue’s, the long flowing hair and those glass slippers, Disney definitely didn't leave us disappointed.

  
We were so blown away by the styling in the movie that we decided we’d like to be Cinderella for the day. With this in mind, we’ve come up with a few ways to incorporate a bit of Disney magic into our wardrobe. The main things that came to our attention when watching the trailer was the pastel blue colour of Cinderella’s famous dress, the jewellery and the simple hairstyles.

Poster advertising Disney's adaptation of Cinderella.
Now don’t worry, we’re not expecting you to get into the middle of the dance floor in a ball gown (unless of course you want to, then you go on girl!) but giving a few nods to those Disney fairy-tales can really be a lot of fun and maybe even catch the eye of your very own Prince Charming. Below are just some of the idea’s we’ve come up with.

Cinderella style Tulle Skirt in grey with jewel detailing, jeweled waistband and blue jumper
This skirt may not be blue, but it does scream ‘princess’ to us. The jewels, tutu shape and sparkly waist really gives this skirt the ‘wow’ factor, but teamed with a pastel jumper means it could easily be suitable for both day and night.

Tulle Skirt in Mint with Mint colored turtle necked jumper
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This is another similar outfit; a little less glamorous than the previous really proving that princess chic can work for every occasion. A statement pair of earrings or necklace could really make this outfit pop.
Floral blue stud earrings
Blue layered statement necklace
Even celebrities are getting involved; the likes of Taylor Swift and Diana Argon have been experimenting with loose hair, simple make up and plenty of blue tones. Kate Middleton, a real life princess also shows us how a blue, long length coat can be warm and stylish. This is a great look if you’re a little scared of going too far with the Cinderella theme, but want a change from the usual winter coat.
Katie Middleton in Blue coat walking in the rain with Prince William
Dianna Agron dressed in Cinderella style dress, white with a deep neckline and floral detail.

Taylor Swift at Grammy awards with champagne eyes and simple pink lip color
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Hair and makeup can also be a really great way of adding a bit of Cinderella glamour to your look. The Cinderella look seems to be a mix of updos and loose hair but the important factor is that the hair doesn’t look too done. She’s been cleaning her house all day; she hasn’t exactly got time to mess around with hundreds of Kirby grips has she? Loose fringes, soft waves and simple accessories is what it’s all about. The same goes with makeup, a simple wash of champagne on your eyelids and a pretty pink lip can go really well with this look.

Close up of champagne eye shadow with thick black eyeliner and mascara
We hope this post has inspired you to give the Cinderella look a go, the Christmas season is the perfect time to experiment with fashion and add a little bit of sparkle to your outfit. Tweet us at @ShopTaupePearl if you decide to give it a go, we’d love to see your ideas!
The idea of accessorising with the use of a single earring may well revert your mind back to a time of 90's boy bands and questionable haircuts. However, after the AW14 Louis Vuitton catwalk, it looks as though you don't need to be dusting off your double denim to rock the solitary jewel look. 
Co-ords are definitely a must-have trend this season, whether you’re working the office in a midi, or working the dance floor in a mini, it’s all about making a statement by coordinating your top and bottom in beautifully daring matching print two-pieces. 
Once upon a time a new trend was born and now this trend is on runways everywhere. In this era of Game of Thrones hysteria, designers look to fairy-tales and magical lands for inspiration. Floaty gowns, adorable coats and cute animals are all on the agenda this season.  

Dolce & Gabbana really rocked this trend with a real folksy, woodland look and a very Little Red Riding Hood feel. Owls and foxes played a big part in their collection while stiff fabrics and fur trims were contrasted with floating chiffon.  

 DOLCE & GABBANA FALL/WINTER 2014
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It's a bug eat bug world this fashion season, but rest assured that these are the kind of bugs you'll love! Bug inspired jewellery was a big trend last fall and it's come back again to add quirky glam to our jewellery boxes this season.
Notable jewellery designers like Daniela Villegas and Lito are leading the way with beautiful bug inspired accessories that are sure to melt any bug hating heart.

Daniela Villegas
This season blue has taken over the runway with Topshop Unique, J. JS Lee, Acne Studios and many more nodding to the trending colour. Cobalt, royal, navy, bright and pastels are all part of this new colour trend; the trick is combining these shades together to create gorgeous layered outfits. 
The good news is this trend is easy to recreate even on the smallest of budgets. Dig out all the blue from your wardrobe and experiment with new ensembles and pull the layers together with a thin waist cinching belt.  If you want to treat yourself opt for a big chunky jumper.
Or why not tap into the blue trend with accessories...
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'You mustn't be afraid to sparkle a little brighter, darling'- Kirsten Kaehn

This fall it's all about sparkling in gold!

Gold dominated the runway this season and captured our hearts, inspiring us to add glamour and the party spirit into our fall wardrobe.

The gold trend was seen on the Chloe, Prada and Dolce & Gabbana runway.
A big trend on the A/W 2014-15 runways this season was the single earring.

Appearing on runways such as Celine, Isabel Marant and Louis Vuitton this trend is predicted to be a big one for fall!


Celine & Louis Vuitton A/W 2014-2015 runway

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The 60's are making a comeback for Fall 2014 with mini skirts, bold prints and knee high boots gracing our high street stores once again.

The 60's was well known for statement earrings and this season, designers have offered a fresh take on this trend making it easy to take from the runway into real life.


Saint Laurent Fall 2014-2015 Runway

Play around with drop earrings, quirky designs and statement colours to achieve this 60's look without taking a trip to the hairdressers.

Take inspiration from Lana Del Rey who is always achieving this modern 60's look.


Style tip: Adding big earrings to a retro hairstyle like the beehive will ensure you channel this fall trend.

How will you be wearing the 60s trend this A/W?
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Pantone's Colour of the Year 2014 has received an explosion of interest compared to previous years, with the evocative purple popping up in fashion, beauty and even food. Beautiful Radiant Orchid themed wedding photos have surged onto Pinterest and beyond, cementing the nuptial-worthy shade as one of the most captivating trends of the year so far.
But what is it about Radiant Orchid that makes the colour so compelling? Is it that it 'emanates great joy, love and health' as Pantone claims, or maybe that it offers an edgier alternative to a traditional feminine bright pink? Whatever your reasons for loving the shade of the moment, the exotic purple is easy to work into your wardrobe and home. 

Radiant Orchid pairs well with blue, so try incorporating the shade into your shoe collection to wear with denim jeans, or invest in a bright purple bag for a pop of colour against pastel summer dresses. While not many of us have the bright blonde hair required for a full purple dye, hair chalks make it easy to achieve a relatively radiant dip dye or streak effect.

Radiant Orchid enlivens the skin and suits many tones with its warm and cool undertones, so is a beautiful shade for lips, eyes and subtle blush, or try working the colour into your manicure for a less scary way to keep on trend.
Finally, incorporate Radiant Orchid into your home by using accessories such as throws, cushions and curtains to liven up a neutral palette, or pair with red, blue or green to enliven your space. And if you're feeling really creative why not bake in colour and try this Purple Ombre Mini Cakes recipe from Glorious Treats?

You're nobody at the moment if you're not rocking an ear cuff and there's no better way to get a piece of the action than to take inspiration from some of the greats- Rita Ora, Fearne Cotton, Cara Delevingne and Kelly Osbourne have all been spotted sporting the Cara ear cuff and looking gorgeous while doing it.
With stunning clear crystals and pearls this edgy accessory demands attention and is bang on trend. Wear with hair up to create the full effect!

Shown above: Cora ear cuff (£12)

The easiest summer trend to tap into for this year is almost definitely clear crystals- bright glistening glass and acrylic that will go with any colour and instantly add sparkle to an outfit.
A bold crystal necklace is a great way to experiment with this trend and can be worn under a shirt collar for a preppy style or with a casual summer dress to inject some luxe. 

Choose a style with big crystals and contrasting gold tone to make them really stand out 


Shown above: Lorelei (£9.50)