… a word from the Editor Amanda

by Amanda // May 16, 2019 // Comments off

Another weekend on the white isle, another night out at Pikes Ibiza. And I’m still alive. Phew. As the summer kicks off, the Boho Balearic look is filtering back to the UK, just in time for us to pack our... Continue reading →

Denim Speedos

by Amanda // May 16, 2019 // Comments off

Okay – summer can mean many things. Blue skies, long days, warm nights and holiday adventures. And of course, Speedos. Budgie smugglers. The banana hammock. Call them what you will, it’s well known that tiny men’s swimming pants are pretty much never okay.That... Continue reading →

… a word from the Editor & An Interview With Tony Truman

by Amanda // May 9, 2019 // Comments off

Welcome to this issue of Amanda Zips It Upand as you read this, I’ll be back on the white isle for a party at Pikes. Ibiza Round 2 of 2019. The Balearics are all set for summer 2019 and once... Continue reading →

So UGG-Ly

by Amanda // May 2, 2019 // Comments off

Whether you loved or loathed the Ugg boot movement during the noughties, there’s no denying they were a must-have shoe. Hell, I’m still wearing them. Ugghas launched a bizarre pair of PLATFORM sheepskin trainers for Spring/Summer 2019. On the plus... Continue reading →

In-Growing Hair Removal

by Amanda // May 2, 2019 // Comments off

Call me weird, but if there’s one thing more satisfying than watching spots get popped, it’s ingrown hairs being removed. Everyone gets in-growns at some point in their lifetime. So, the pop, pull and ping of a hair finally being... Continue reading →

STARLOVER Pop-Up At Pikes Ibiza

by Amanda // April 25, 2019 // Comments off

Regular Z.I.U.readers will remember that we recently featured the uber cool label STARLOVER, and their collection of customised leather jackets, featuring Bowie stars and lightning bolts. Plus Cats Eye sunglasses with fierce metal spikes, Balearic boho dresses and rock & roll... Continue reading →

Summer Headpieces By Victoria Carson

by Amanda // April 25, 2019 // Comments off

Regular readers will know that I love a hat. But the Fedora, Panama and Trilby are cult classic for me that goes beyond mere love. Obsession, more like. I have a shelf unit dedicated to my collection of head adornments,... Continue reading →

Lip & Miss

by Amanda // April 18, 2019 // Comments off

It has been said that women dress for other women and NOT men. I’m down with that. With the recent Lip Filler trend – Kylie Jenner being the most recent trend setter – who are we trying to please with... Continue reading →

… a word from the Editor

by Amanda // April 11, 2019 // Comments off

Welcome to this rather ‘designer-ish’ issue of Zips It Up. This week, we discuss Chanel and Vogue. Two brands that we fashionistas love as though they were familiar old friends. But our first Vogue-related conversation concerns a big topic, highlighted by... Continue reading →

Coachella Festival Fashion

by Amanda // April 11, 2019 // Comments off

Coachella is happening this weekend and although 5000 miles away in sunny Cali and not readily on my doorstep, it’s still the ultimate festival when it comes to checking out fashion. Festival Fashion was once a case of simply squeezing... Continue reading →