New York Christmas windows... Saks Fifth Avenue

The windows at Saks are also spectacular and this stores holidays Christmas windows portrays a theme of sensational snowflake scenes. Sakes Fifth Avenue is in close proximity to the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree so it was particularly crowded when I visited the gorgeous store. But as I am a huge fan of visual merchandising, I pushed past everyone to get a glimpse at the amazing visual displays! I was amazed and not disappointed!

The windows show snowy and frosty images and I was amazed to see how the children in the windows were extremely life-like.

One window consists of a banquet scene at Saks showing the snow and ice indoors—in the form of crystal chandeliers, snowdrift-coloured tables, and sparkling white table settings.

Another window shows a child, a puppy, and lots of snow which showcases children’s outerwear. The best thing is that the windows are just as amazing as they sound!

New York Christmas windows... Macy's

Macy's windows this Christmas has stuck with a classic theme of a magical Christmas.

Throughout the six windows, this store's windows show NYC traditions and landmarks, such as the Macy's Thanksgiving parade, the ice-skating rink at Rockefeller Center, and the department store's iconic wooden escalators. The windows pay tribute to the store itself and also to the amazing city.

I loved how each frame of the windows portrayed a open book and each visual display looked like a childhood dream. The Magic of Christmas was exceptionally demonstrated, through colourful and magicial scenes and I thought they were all beautiful! 
I just couldn't wait to go into the store!

Paul Olszewki, Macy's Director of Windows and Visual Marketing said, "New York during the holidays is so inspiring that I couldn't help but base the theme of this year's windows on the city itself and the part it has played in generations of holiday traditions".

Bergdorf Goodman

One of my favourite window displays in New York was Bergdorf Goodman.

This years Christmas windows celebrated the stores 111th anniversary and  inspired by Jazz Age fashions. It is every girls dream to walk past Fifth Avenue on a cold frosty morning and gaze into the spectacular windows! 

The windows unfold across five acts: Act 1 - “Tuning Up” features an all-girl orchestra, Act 2 - “Rhapsody in Feathers” presents white peacocks and a fan dancer, Act 3 - “Follies in Miniature” shows little antique mannequins from the 1940s. Act 4 - “Canine Daredevils” involves many dogs and one Alexander McQueen gown, and Act 5 - “The Mirror Kaleidoscope”finishes with a rotating starburst and two mannequins dressed in custom Naeem Khan.

Act 1

Act 2

Act 3

Act 4

Act 5

Christmas in New York City

I have been lucky enough to spend the week before Christmas in New York City. I know I would be jealous if I was reading this too! I have visited twice already, one with family and the other time with the fashion retail girls for a university trip.. which was not to be missed! But it was so fantastic to be in New York  at the best time of the year (for the first time)... CHRISTMAS!

 The place was magical, filled with festive fun and spectular sites. The frosty and snowy atmosphere added to the Christmas feel and it really was the perfect way to spend the happy holidays.

To me, New York was a winter wonderland, and it was an absolute pleasure to see the famous and fantastic sites, such as the Empire State Building, Grand Zero, Times Square, Chrysler Building, Top of the Rock, Rockerfeller Center, Grand Central Station, Central Park and the Statue of Liberty.

But the icing at the top of the cake for me was getting the chance to see all the incredible Christmas window displays! I am a sucker for big department stores so I particularly loved visiting Macys, Bloomingdales, Bergdorf Goodman, Saks Fifth Aveune, Barney's, Lord & Taylor and the one and only Century 21.

Even walking past fifth Avenue made me feel like I was in a movie, and on more than one occasion I pretended I was in Sex and the City! (Little secret)

I even visited the amazing Plaza Hotel and pretended I was in Home Alone!

Here are some images of me in New York!

Times Square!

Century 21!

Romeo Beckham - New face of Burberry

The one and only Romeo Beckham has made his first modelling debut in the new spring/ summer 2013 Burberry Campaign. The 10-year-old appears in an advert, shot by Mario Testino, wearing a trench coat and shirt and tie. Burberry's chief creative officer, Christopher Bailey, says Romeo 'stole the show' The advert features a mixture of Burberry Prorsum, Burberry London and Burberry Brit clothing - with a focus on the brand's iconic trench and heritage outerwear. I think this campaign is brillant and Romeo is perfect for it!! Take a look at the new campaign posted underneath..

How to avoid the same dress disaster by Harvey Nichols

Although I am a big fan of John Lewis's Christmas ad and still get emotional when I watch it, I absolutely love this years Harvey Nichols Christmas advert! The hilarious, festive party shows the dilemma ( which most girls can relate to) where two other women turn up to the party wearing the same dress! We all know that can be every girls worst nightmare!

The advert shows the two women giving each other threatening looks before a laser light shoots out, and the girls battle it out whilst destroying every bit of the venue!

The luxury store is sending the message to viewers that this disaster can be avoided by going to Harvey Nichols and finding a truly unique and gorgeous dress! (which no one will be wearing) 

Harvey Nichols’ Group Press and Marketing Director, Julia Bowe said: “The ‘Same Dress Disaster’ is something that every woman can relate to; it’s happened to the best of us, especially during the party season.”

Take a look at the video below!

Kate Bosworth is the new face of Topshop!

It has finally been revealed that the new face of Topshop is the stunning Kate Bosworth! 

I couldn't believe it when I heard that Topshop, (possibly my favourite ever high street store), is launching a festive film! The film was inspired by Michelle Pfeiffer's, directed by Michael Polish and features Kate standing on a grand piano in a jazz club singing the Christmas song that everyone knows and loves, Winter Wonderland. Kate looks a million dollars in a party season burgundy sequined dress and embellished pumps.  

Kate Bosworth reveals: 'This project brings together two important aspects of my life: cinema and fashion. I have always been a fan of the Topshop brand and it has been an honour to work with Sir Phillip and the team. I hope everyone enjoys watching it as much as we did making it.'

Kate Phelan, creative director of Topshop, said: 'I think Kate looks effortlessly cool in this film, her voice is spellbinding and I can imagine every girl will want to be wearing Topshop this Christmas when they see her performance.' Watch the Topshop video below to see the complete film where Kate sings us a Merry Christmas!