Have you heard of up-cycling or reworked fashion?

If you haven’t don’t worry because as I promised back in May when I went on my first second hand shopping trip, I’m going to make a conscious effort to find out all about those brands that are a real alternative to the High Street for you that come under the second hand/vintage umbrella.

In its simplest of terms reworked means taking something old and adding something to it, to make it new. This maybe either cutting it or putting elastic in the hem to give it a twist, either way it’s changing the design a little to make it more personal.

With lockdown lifting, we are all finally heading back to our wardrobe to make an effort to dress up,  and reworked items could be the difference between blending in and standing out. With so many of us not wanting to have the same as someone else, finding unique pieces under the reworked umbrella is a real viable option.

That’s why I went along to meet Hannah from Saluto London who reworks bedding and textiles into outfits for the summer. Whilst this may not be everyone’s cup of tea. The video gives everyone real food for thought on ways to rework your own items if you don’t fancy buying them yourself. You can watch the full video here.

As well as Saluto, the restrictions imposed by the pandemic has led other designers to turn to materials they already have in their studio, instead of shipping in new fabrics. I want to highlight four other brands that might help you on your journey for a more sustainable wardrobe.

Bode: Designer Emily Bode repurposes antique textiles and objects to create off-kilter pieces inflected with a workwear tone. For each collection she sources disparate elements and brings them to her New York studio, where local tailors and seamstresses rework them using artisanal techniques such as the signature patchwork. The result is a selection of modern heirlooms that nod to folkloric craftsmanship through hand-stitched accents and panelled constructions and that are conceived to preserve cultural and historical value through fresh creative narratives.

Encore – Danish designer Cecilie Bahnsen, created this collection from surplus materials and sees the clear advantages to upcycling for customers is exclusivity “Once there isn’t any more fabric on the roll, you move on to another leftover roll which  no one else will have.”

ELV-is the “zero-waste upcycled denim” brand founded by Anna Foster. The brand sources unwanted jeans from vintage warehouses across the U.K. and transforms them into fun fresh pairs designed and produced in East London.

Ahluwalia: Designer Priya Ahluwalia made her name by repurposing textiles that already exist for menswear. This year she has teamed up with womenswear brand Ganni to offer an up cycled collection that will be available in Ganni stores worldwide and online in limited quantities.

Tip of the day: 

If doing it yourself isn’t your thing you can find reworked clothes everywhere. Depop, Ebay, Etsy and even Urban Outfitters all give amazing options of reworked clothes.

If you are ready to upcycle your wardrobe but need help in clearing your wardrobe to get it ready for new reworked additions, do take a look at my wardrobe service here. If however you want help to find the brand that will work well with your budget head here.

Let me know in the comments what you are doing to be more sustainable?

Until next time xxx

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I hope you are well?

As you know style and fashion is my thing and as I had such a good response with my style and fashion chat interview with British Olympian Jamie Baulch, I decided to keep it up this year. Why? Well not only because we are all nosey and love to know what famous or influential people really think and love to wear, but also because I actually like doing them. I guess my background as a broadcast journalist plays a huge part as I really love and still enjoy finding out about the person behind the name.

That is why I am so excited to have for my first interview this year with  British MP Dawn Butler. Obviously Ms Dawn Butler doesn’t normally chat about her style and fashion purely because she has more important things to do.

In 2005, Dawn Butler became the third black woman MP and was the first  in 2009, to speak at the Commons despatch box. Throughout her career, she has consistently spoken up for the underrepresented and has highlighted instances of racial discrimination in society and politics. For her efforts British Vogue  recently recognised her as one of the most influential women to watch in 2020. However it is only right for me to show you a little bit more than just the MP side in the first part of my interview (that you can watch below) where we talk style and fashion and can you believe it shoes!!

Shoes as we all know was invented because there was a real and practical need to protect the feet from outside effects long ago. This seemingly simple human need turned into a quickly growing industry in which design was just as important as functionality. Today, they are part of a factory industry earning huge amounts of money each year.

Dawn Butler MP highlights some of her favourite shoe brands in my video so I won’t spoil it by discussing it here. But before you disappear to watch it below. I will let you know the trends for shoes to look out for this year in 2021.

After nearly a year of spending more time at home, our heels have taken a backseat to more practical styles as we prioritise comfort first. However, style need not be sacrificed, so in 2021, watch out for  cosy slippers, sturdy boots and maybe a platform or two. Here are my top five trends to watch out for;

Slippers – Currently having their biggest moment to date, so much so that we are wearing our favourite pairs straight out of the house. Now its not my thing. But if you are into this then check out these pair from Manolo Blahnik who is well-known for glamourous stilettos but the label has some gorgeous flats too. If you like this but  are looking for something a little more sturdy and not so “oh my gosh she is walking down the road with slippers’ I like these slide slippers from Uggs which are more like sandals.

Equestrian Riding boots – With the Crown in full swing and many horse riding scenes, you will be right at home in a pair of these. But come on lets be honest you don’t need to be at stables to wear them. I like the Bryn boots from  LK Bennet. They are versatile enough to wear day in and day out. Slip them on with an oversized coat for perfection.

Minimalist sandals – The classic thong sandal has finally been elevated to be a fit for the fashion crowd. Once considered a fashion faux pas, thongs now flaunt the chicest heels, texture, and embellishments. Not to mention they are ideal for showing off a fresh pedicure. Jimmy Choo do a great one which you can see here.

Lug Sole – You’ll soon learn (if you don’t know already) how much love I love the lug sole, so seeing it combined with the classic Mary Jane style means this is the shoe that has everything we’re looking for in the New Year. I have been raving about this pair from Proenza. 

Last one from me are Wild West Boots,  If you’re looking for the perfect aesthetic that meets casual glam, Western style is it. Whether your country style is Little House on the Prairie or Indiana Jones, these are the boots that can truly fit into any wardrobe.  I’m loving this pair from Givenchy which is Parisian chic meets the Wild West to create this striking pair from Givenchy’s new-season collection.

Tip of the day: I would always say when wearing shoes make sure you try before you buy. If this is not possible because of lockdown etc. make sure they have a clause that you can return them if they don’t fit. The last thing you want to happen is that you have shoes that you bought but just can’t wear.

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Until next time xx

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If you are in lockdown at the moment and not going anywhere but you still have to attend zoom meetings and online calls, I have a solution for you especially if you are fed up of wearing the same thing! Drum roll please!!

Have you considered wearing your summer wardrobe in winter to get a whole new wardrobe?

If you haven’t then you are in for a treat because if you are anything like me, I store away my summer wardrobe to give myself a bit more room for the winter and don’t always remember what I have. But in this climate if you have worn enough lounge wear and the same shirt/blouse for your work meetings then then its time to get your summer outfits out and wear them in winter to give yourself a whole new wardrobe.

Now I am not saying that you literally sit in your summer wardrobe when the heating is off, clearly not! What I am saying though is, you can wear your summer outfits quite easily by adapting them  with a polo neck, a shirt, a belt and so on to get another look.

Just take a look at my latest video below to help you get started and don’t forget to subscribe so you know when the next one is out here.

Before you disappear though, while we are in January and we can all appreciate that its cold and gloomy outside and adding to the fact that you may be detoxing your body or drying yourself out from all that alcohol you have consumed. I have set a #gobrightchallenge on my Instagram pages.

All you have to do is post some images of yourselves or your kids in your brightest summer outfits and tag me either @styledbypierrecarr for yourselves and your friends or @pierrecarr for your kids to get involved. This is running all month so you have time to raid your summer wardrobe and post and tag me once a week until the end of the month. Obviously the more you do it  the more chance you stand being featured on my feed or stories and the best one will get 20 percent off my wardrobe detox service.

My wardrobe detox can be done virtually from anywhere around the world so you don’t have to worry. But it’s a great way to work with a professional like me and start from zero with clothes that still fit you and you like. Anything else is just taking up room and should be donated. But I can get into that later. This service offer applies to kids as well as adults if you wish get help for yourself or your mini. But I thought it would be useful for you in this difficult time as this year I will be doing my best to educate, inform and inspire.

Tip for the day: When detoxing your wardrobe firstly clear out everything and lay it on the bed so you can see everything. Look at the quality of the items and see if they look a little tatty, got bobbles etc and decide whether you love it or it needs to go. Do a little at a time to avoid overwhelm and as a suggestion I recommend sorting out 5-7 items before you take a break and go back to it, if you need too.

I would also suggest sorting through your accessories too. Jewellery boxes are for rings, bracelets and earrings everything else needs to be hung up to see.

More tips will be coming live on my Instagram feed so make sure you follow with the links above.  But if you aren’t already, why not join my style community here to be kept in the know of tips, offers and information.

If you like this post check out  The Art of Wearing a Blanket Scarf: Five Ways

Until next time xx

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Not long to go now before Christmas, so I wanted to ask have you considered giving a gift card this year?

Yes, I know what you are going to say. But what I mean is have you considered giving a gift card that is different from the rest? That will be an experience that the person receiving will not have had before and more importantly shows them how much you have taken the time to think about what would really benefit them?

Well if you like what you hear then let me tell you more.

You may or may not know this, but as a fashion stylist I have been trying for a long time to help individuals like you to find their own personal style. Thanks to covid and lockdown, I finally began the journey to teach what I know to help women gain confidence and feel stylish in what they wear,  as well as master the art of styling in the most simplest way.

That is why this year I have been able to have the time to create my personal styling services online and in person for kids and women and giving a personal styling gift to someone is just another way that I can work and impart my knowledge quite happily, knowing that this will be an experience of a life time for someone and will help to change lives.

I’ve realised a lot of women have just settled to accept that wearing loose clothes is just a by product of having kids or accepting that wearing practical clothes is easier because running around after kids and running the home as well, means they just don’t have time to make an effort. But for me what I would say is no, that is just not true. No one has to accept anything if they are not happy and they definitely do not have to settle.

These are just two examples I give, but there are many more examples of how some of you are just accepting how you look and feel even though it’s not that great. I mean think about it. Why are you even here following me?  Was it something I said that resonated or do you just want to learn more. Either way its time to make a change and invest in yourself because it’s not just about everyone else, it’s about you too.

Now listen understanding your body type and what colours work for you is not going to change the world. I know that. But I guarantee it will make you or someone you love feel a whole lot better.

I often say that if you are sick you go and see a specialist, a doctor. If you need help with your finances you’ll seek out an accountant. So why is it when it comes to how you look, you just wing it? Why don’t you enlist the help of an experienced personal stylist who has been styling models, kids, sets and much more for many years?

Watch my video below to see why I think giving a gift card or putting it on your list would be a great idea and take a look at the options for gift cards here.   If you are loving these videos don’t forget to subscribe here so you know when they drop first.

If this something that you would like to have personally or wish to give to someone then I look forward to working with you or them in the New Year. But if not I wish you a very Merry Christmas and a safe and happy New Year!

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Have you often wondered how some people get away with wearing patterns and prints? In this simple style guide, I’ll show you by mixing neutral colours, just how easy it can be, so that by the end you will feel comfortable to put on and wear a pattern or print shirt.

I decided however that the content won’t be driven by me, but by you, my followers.  So any questions you have fashion and style wise you would like answered, then hit me up? Don’t be shy, simply like, share and subscribe and hit my comments and tell me what it is you would like help with? Maybe when we are out of this lockdown you have an event coming up or want to know some of the trends for the season?

You can also download free styling tips from my website at https://www.pierrecarr.com/styledbypierrecarr/

I look forward to seeing your comments.

Until next time.