Julia Suzuki Couture

by Amanda // October 4, 2018 // Comments off

Every so often, I come across new independent fashion designers recently started out in the industry who stand out from the rest. Not long ago I was introduced to couture designer Julia Suzuki. Not only does she have a fabulously... Continue reading →

Ask Aurora: 80s Make-Up

by Amanda // October 4, 2018 // Comments off

Hey Zipsters! If we took a holiday, took some time to celebrate, just one day at out of life, it would be so nice…….. And since we are edging ever to THE Holidays (must be a bit PC these days)... Continue reading →

… a word from the Editor & Blogger Amanda

by Amanda // September 27, 2018 // Comments off

Welcome to this last fashion Friday of September, in sober mood as we lament the very last moments of Summer 2018. It’s back to London and back to the office. Whilst on the tube home this week, I was scrolling... Continue reading →

90s Supermodels Return To The Catwalk

by Amanda // September 27, 2018 // Comments off

Wrinkle alert! The SS’19 Fashion Week shows have seen the return of the supermodels of the Nineties. The original and the best, in my book. Naomi, Cindy and Linda defined an era and made fashion feel like fabulous fun. Although... Continue reading →

Made By Mensa Menswear

by Amanda // September 27, 2018 // Comments off

A good friend of mine, Jenny Lilley has just had a very ‘proud mother’ moment, watching her 16 year-old son make his debut on the catwalks of London Fashion Week. He was modelling menswear by Made By Mensa, streetwear with... Continue reading →

Ask Aurora – Beauty Editor

by Amanda // September 27, 2018 // Comments off

Hello Zipsters, This week, Ask Aurora is beaming to you live from the land of Abba with all the answers to your S.O.S beauty calls. And, Mamma Mia, do we have a dream in store for all you Chiquititas! And... Continue reading →

… a word from the Editor

by Amanda // September 20, 2018 // Comments off

Welcome to another instalment of Amanda Zips It Up. This week has all been about London Fashion Week, showcasing everything for S/S ’19. I went along to the grandiose Connaught Rooms in Covent Garden to see a bunch of catwalk shows,... Continue reading →

A STAR IS BORN at LFW

by Amanda // September 20, 2018 // Comments off

This was the show I had come to see. A STAR IS BORN– not the movie, the fashion label. All 10 catwalk minutes were sheer excitement, colour and-in-your face sequins and sparkles. Incredible eveningwear to make everyone present stand still... Continue reading →

Alexa Chung At London Fashion Week 2018

by Amanda // September 20, 2018 // Comments off

She’s one of my and the UK’s foremost style icons. I didn’t get to catch the AC show at London Fashion Week, but my good friend Katie did, and reported back. Alexa Chung featured ‘airport style’ for her first LFW... Continue reading →

Model Inclusivity At LFW

by Amanda // September 20, 2018 // Comments off

My experience of London Fashion Week 2018 wasn’t just dominated by the amazing clothes, pumping tunes and iconic locations. It was also dominated by diversity, including disabled and plus–sized models. From wheelchairs to size 20, everyone looked beautiful and confident.... Continue reading →