Matchday Moment: P.L.U.R. Plush

It's been a quiet two weeks around here and we only have ourselves to blame for that! Both Lia and I have been caught up in well - life in general, but weekend is almost here and it's time to produce some looks that have been in our minds for quite some time now. As always, I tend to have a tendency to start a post dump with a very bold outfit and after finding this gem of a jumper concept - I decided to do an apocalyptic-toxic-fluorescent-neon-zombie-chic look with still enough lady-like qualities to take home to your beau's mother.

After getting halfway through choosing skirts and shoes, I thought - no, really - this is an outfit I would definitely, for sure, rave in. This is an outfit that borrows inspirations from seedy underground Soho venues, Berlin's Love Parade, New York Fashion Week, and your grandmother's closet all at the same time - part disgustingly hipster and deliciously quirky - I decided to promote this outfit as your matchday uniform if you are off to a happening after party afterwards.

The zombie jumper, in my opinion, is to die for - while it may not be everyone's cup of tea - it is surely the highlight of this look. We pair it with a on-trend colour-block skirt and statement boots. Accessorise with fun pieces such as multi-spike earrings, gear-shaped ring in a bright colour, graphic clutch, and a rather controversial in your face tribute to the ecstasy-friendly rave culture with a gold-plated bracelet in the shape of 30mg, 50mg, and 100mg pills. This bracelet is also what I call an upgrade to those Kandi bracelets traded as gifts and tokens by Kandi Kids.

In true raver credo, we declare this outfit to promote: Peace. Love. Unity. Respect.

Jumper, Sexier Sweaters (concept only)
Skirt, Roksanda Illincic, £552.50
Boots, Alexander Wang, £202 (on sale)
Cosmetic case (here worn as a clutch), Kate Spade, £33.50
Earrings, ASOS, £6
Ring, Marni, £258
Bracelet, Fallon, £180 (on sale)

Matchday Moment: Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous

Let's just put it this way: only the bold and beautiful can pull this off. Taking inspirations from footballer fashionistas such as David Villa and Cristiano Ronaldo - this look came to being as one of our more daring looks. You are sure to turn heads with this attire just like Cristiano does with his tan and David with his statement making tees. Bitchy face expected and necessary. 

Mixing prints is as they say, bang on trend - and as much as it hurts for me to use such a nauseating term, there is no better word that describes the print mixes in this look. The certainly psychedelic trousers is a gift that keeps on giving - leaving no room for rest as anyone who sets their eyes on it are taken to an involuntary acid trip down your thighs. But why stop there? We pair it with a bold leopard print bustier that's sure to make you the cat's meow whichever match you decide to grace your presence in.

Cover up with a turquoise blazer, complimentary to the hints of blues and greens on the trousers - bringing those cooler tones out even more as we accessorise with jewellery that's just hot, hot, hot. Red crystal drop earrings and a gold honeycomb cuff only helps pack more punches in this look. The only thing that can finish the look is some gold and black platform sandals and of course, every girl's holy grail - the Birkin, in a reddish-salmon colour with gold hardware. 

Take it from us, there is no shame in being the centre of attention. With this outfit, your occupation better be "life of the party" and nothing else. Whether stacking up a bill of 5k in clubs, dropping 10 G's in Gucci, or collecting tickets for your illegally parked Aston Martin - there's no one stopping your lifestyle of the rich, young, and beautiful. After all, haters make you famous right?

Trousers, Roberto Cavalli, £810

Top, McQ by Alexander McQueen, £470

Blazer, Rag & Bone, £370

Earrings, Roberto Cavalli, £330

Cuff, Zadig & Voltaire by Gaia Repossi, £1430

Shoes, Versace, £795

Bag, Hermès, price upon request 

Hee. Happy April Fool's! x

Matchday Moment: The Eco-Warrior Wag

Happy Earth Hour day, ladies! As a woman of today modern's society - we are expected not to just balance a professional career and a family, but we are also expected to take steps in the green direction. While offsetting carbon footprints is not an easy job and human activity seemingly remain to damage the environment, there is no reason we cannot individually commit ourselves in being a little more kinder to our earth in our everyday lives.

In honour of today's global commitment to give a short 60-minute break to the earth, we decided to create an outfit consisting of fully ethical and eco-conscious labels. These labels are committed to use organic and fair-trade materials along with ethical labour values in order to promote that fashion doesn't have to  be cruel. Forget long hippie locks, sweeping bell bottoms, and tie dye kaftans - the world of eco-warrior fashion has long moved on from the stereotypical flower child.

Through this outfit, we aim to show that you can dress like your fashion-forward (I use this term very loosely) wag - minus the weave and implants - in a very eco-friendly manner. We start with the uniform skinny jeans in a khaki-grey colour made with 100% organic cotton, and the ever-chic Aztec/tribal printed tee, also in organic cotton. In true Louis Redknapp and Alex Gerrard style, we throw a fair trade shaggy vest to add a bit of texture.

Accessorise with a statement necklace made out of recycled materials, a fair trade bold bracelet, vegan ankle wedge boots, and to show there is one high-end designer out there who is committed to the eco-friendly fashion movement: a Stella McCartney "Falabella" clutch in yellow faux python. The Beatle-offspring is a lifelong vegetarian, and her pieces are both leather and fur-free.

Don't forget to participate in Earth Hour today by turning off your lights for a full hour from 8.30 - 9.30 pm your own local time. For more info, go to their website. 

Jeans, Elsom, £112
Tee, Komodo, £33
Vest, Gringo, £60
Necklace, Reluxe, £29
Bracelet, Manumit, £12
Shoes, Chinese Laundry, £64.35 (on sale)
Clutch, Stella McCartney, £543

Check out these websites for more eco-friendly fashion:
Fashion Conscience
Eco Citizen
People Tree
Kaight
Bird

Matchday Moment: Viva España!

There's nothing absolutely tame with this latest Matchday Moment. While some of your first reaction maybe "what the hell is she thinking" or "maybe to a match on Halloween's..." - I will redeem myself by saying that this is an over-the-top look that is not for faintest of fashion hearts. Gypsy luxe is all the rage on the S/S runways and I am absolutely loving this trend. Think luxurious bohemian - and while that is an oxymoron in itself, there is nothing 'boho' (in a MK Olsen sort of way) about this look. 

We take inspiration from the flamenco dancers and matadors whose extravagant costumes leave little to simplicity. Laces, patterns, and rich colours dapple these men and women, complimenting their movements in their own respective stages. There is no better way to pay tribute to their art (in the best way we know how) by creating a look dedicated to them. 

Forget red and yellow, forget La Roja and everything associated with Spanish football. Our goal with this wear is not to do a look inspired by the footballing culture of Spain, but rather the rich history of its people. I will buy anyone a whole free-flow bar worth of drinks if they are bold enough to pull this look off to a match. I would. But then again I have a weird fetish with the gypsy look... not gypsies. 

We start this look off with a flamenco inspired maxi skirt in cobalt which would be the defining colour of the whole look. We pair it with a lace sleeveless blouse then covered with a structured embroidered gilet, representing the heavy jacket a matador would wear. The motto is "more, more, more" and we top the look with crucifix and hamsa rosaries - do pile more than just two we say - a statement cuff, stacked heels with a swirly-bold pattern, and an even bolder patterned bag. 

Definitely for a summer match, we're thinking World Cup finals in the executive box: Spain vs. England. 

Skirt, Missoni, £2130

Blouse, Roberto Cavalli, £1420

Gilet, Isabel Marant

Shoes, Chrissie Morris, £812

Clutch, Givenchy

Cuff, Roberto Cavalli, £870

Crucifix rosary, Waxing Poetic, £52

Hamsa Rosary, Sophie, £273

*Title thanks to Net-a-Porter.com S/S '12 catalogue. 

Matchday Moment: Biker Chic

Self-proclaimed tomboy or girly girl, the biker chic look is one that will satisfy either side, with elements that will allow you to show a few feminine touches while also maintaining a tough, "I can punch you out" aura. It's a fun, versatile look that you can customise to your liking.

When I think of bikers, after a brief stereotypical image of burly and bearded men, my mind flashes to traditional (American) style tattoos - thick, black, and bold outlines, and the omnipresent skulls. This is a casual outfit you can wear at any time throughout the year, with or without the jacket, of course depending on the temperature.

We start off with a rather simple basis of a white vest and black skinny jeans. The studded belt and leather jacket are integral in increasing our tough girl status, giving off the ever-intriguing edge of danger almost anyone will be attracted to. No biker outfit is complete without combat boots, while the chained bracelet and necklace, woven clutch, and sparkling skull earrings all come together to complete the look.

Vest, The Dressing Room, £40;

Jacket, DSquared, £1360;

Earrings, Far Fetch, £204;

Bracelet, Jigsaw, £45;

Belt, Valentino, £283;

Jeans, True Religion, £157;

Necklace, Wet Seal, £6;

Clutch, Alexander McQueen, £1323;

Boots, Charlotte Russe, £27

Matchday Moment: Heroin Chic

It's been a week full of beauty posts so it's time to get back on track to some style entries! This Matchday Moment is paying homage to a trend that went hand in hand with the plaids of the Seattle grunge scene. The look was popularised by Kate Moss, whose waifish figure and sunken eyes gave way for a high fashion spin on a deadly topic. While the look still leaves a mark in the industry today with a mentality of the thinner the better, the biggest aspect of the look - its effortless androgynous quality - has pretty much gone out the window. 

For some, reviving this trend may be controversial considering the nature of the inspiration: a life revolved around a deadly substance. Many may condemn me for this tribute, but it was one of the defining looks of the 1990s, and there is something hauntingly beautiful about it. What I like to concentrate in is the androgynous side of the trend, so this may be used as a rocker chic look sans the skulls and studs. 

We put our attention on the slightly distressed straight leg jeans instead of your average skinny jeans. While a staple to any rock-inspired look today, it was not part of every girl's wardrobe then. The 80s was too fresh a decade at the time to revive (unlike today, though I'm glad a lot of it has died out). 

Kate Moss' Calvin Klein ads showed her in revealing tanks and simple oversized shirts but still managed to look put together. We use a spaghetti vest top layered under a loose-fit knitted jumper. Accessories are minimal in the trend, we skip any chunky accessories and keep it simple with an edgy silver ring, a minimalist cross body bag, cashmere scarf, and chunky low-heeled boots. 

This look is perfect for an afternoon match day come the early breeze of autumn weather when it's getting increasingly difficult (and tacky) to layer your team's jersey. It's comfortable, it's relaxed, and definitely not high-maintenance. Add a parka when temperature falls. 

Jeans, Balmain, £460 (on sale)

Vest top, Calypso St. Barth, £29

Jumper, Just Female, £88

Scarf, Faliero Sarti, £99

Ring, Lisa Freede, £38

Bag, Rochas, £291

Boots, Acne, £460

Matchday Moment: Tough Yet Delicate

Afternoon, ladies! I hope you're having a great weekend so far - I know I have and I hope it's the same for you too. It's been a great first week of blogging with equally great response from all of you. Though some blogs may reserve weekends for an off day, I thought for the first weekend of The Colney Chic - why not start a series of looks that would focus on outfits for those international summer matches. With Euros coming up, it's always a fun way to show off your summer match day style.

This instalment focuses on combining opposite ends of the spectrum: tough and delicate. Resurrecting a trend that was reserved only for the boldest fashion enthusiasts, we decided to use nude lace shorts as the initial tough yet delicate piece. Nothing says delicate like lace but using it on a saucy short silhouette pares down the bridal image and gives it a bit of an attitude. We pair it with a rocker chic oversized vest top with an abstract skull print and a shrug with the ever-reigning tribal print for both some texture and an extra kick.

Accessories are a mix between a quirky 1960s style sunnies, beautiful beaded sandals, a luxurious white tote with studs for its tough end of the bargain and of course, pink roses around the neck as a sharp contrast with the skull tee.

Tee, Barbara Bui, £289
Shrug, Republic, £35
Shorts, Style by Marina, £30
Sandals, Calypso St. Barth, £142
Shades, House of Harlow 1960, £95
Tote, Valentino, £1,310
Necklace, Lanvin, £343

Matchday Moment: Pastels

With spring around the corner, it's time to put to hibernate that trusted army green parka or camel trench coat (whichever kind of gal you are - I personally am a navy pea coat with fur trimmings and heavy hardware kind of chick). Donning the trusted downtown cool uniform of jeans, blazer, and tee - we've injected a lot of pastels with a touch of colour blocking into this classic combo for warmer match days.

The pink gradation on the blazer is your focal point, neutralised with cool-colour accessories but not losing any quirk with classic Breton stripes. Forget long pendants, let a dramatic cocktail ring highlight the beer in hand. Finish with a fringe cross body in grey instead of traditional tan for extra points.

Amongst a sea of warm up jackets over jerseys that look much better on the men on the turf anyway, this ensemble will score your team extra points on the league table (we wish).

Blazer, Topshop, £60;
Jeans, Seven For All Mankind, £169;
Top, Debenhams, £38;
Ring, ASOS, £9;
Brogues, Topshop, £32;
Bag, Minnentoka, £31