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  • Style Icons: Louise Brooks

    It was the era of flappers, jazz and cocktails, the era which F. Scott Fitzgerald called the “most expensive orgy in history.”

    Louise Brooks, with her sharp bob haircut, was one of the wild, trail-blazing flappers of the decade. She was the first woman to dance the Charleston in London, and her crazy reputation perhaps inspiring the 1925 song Don’t Bring Lulu, about an unpredictable and shocking woman that you better not bring to the party.

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  • Style Icons: Louise Brooks

    It was the era of flappers, jazz and cocktails, the era which F. Scott Fitzgerald called the “most expensive orgy in history.”

    Louise Brooks, with her sharp bob haircut, was one of the wild, trail-blazing flappers of the decade. She was the first woman to dance the Charleston in London, and her crazy reputation perhaps inspiring the 1925 song Don’t Bring Lulu, about an unpredictable and shocking woman that you better not bring to the party.

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  • Style Icons: Gwyneth Paltrow

    Anne Hathaway is a talented actress who seems genuinely nice and probably says "gosh" a lot, I like that Kristen Stewart doesn’t hide the fact that she finds being famous really awkward and Taylor Swift does some good pop country as well as wearing her heart on her sleeve.

    But Gwyneth Paltrow tops the lot in the way that people inexplicably love to hate her. She was named World’s Most Beautiful by People magazine the same week as being named most hated by another celebrity magazine.

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  • Style Icons: Steve McQueen

    Steve McQueen: the Hollywood bad boy with blue eyes, dirty blonde hair and rugged charm in clothes that always had a practical purpose. He wore casual and masculine sportswear, chinos and polo necks both on-screen and off.

    Think of The Great Escape, were he wears that same short sleeve blue sweater and dirt-stained chinos, but still looks cool as he does the epic motorbike chase. In real life he was a speed freak who rode dirt bikes, raced cars and would say his fraternity emblem “should be a couple of hub caps hanging from a chain.”

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  • Style Icons: Taylor Swift

    Sometimes it’s easier to encapsulate a person’s style (as well as the fashions of a decade) by looking back on it from several years distance.

    So how would Taylor Swift’s style be summarised in ten years time? Would she still be on the radar? As a fledgling at 23 years old, I also realise that she is too young and too current to be considered an ‘icon’.

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  • Scottish fashion is celebrated in New York

    Held at Stage 48 in Hell’s Kitchen, New York, From Scotland With Love is billed as one of the most prestigious Scottish fashion events in the world.

    The annual charity show featured a host of celebrities taking to the catwalk, including Miss Scotland Nicole Treacy, model Ling Tan, news anchor Chris Wragge, Scotland rugby hunk Richie Gray, actor Kevin McKidd and DJ Calvin Harris.

    Designers from Scotland showcasing their work included Obscure Couture,  Henrietta Ludgate, William Chambers, Harris Tweed Hebrides and Iona Crawford.

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  • The Knitty Gritty: why knitting is back in style

    It was once the preserve of grandmothers across the country; but knitting has seemingly done the full circle and become a popular hobby for young women.

    The Countess of Strathearn, on her visit to Glasgow, admitted she has joined the knitting trend as she awaits the arrival of her first child later this year.

    During an exchange with well-wisher Caitlyn Coffield, 17, who handed the Duchess a woollen hat, babygro and teddy bear, Kate said: "I've been trying to knit and I'm really bad. I should be asking for tips.”

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  • Style Icons: Mad Men's Joan Harris

    Office Manager Joan, with her Jessica Rabbit silhouette, has that old adage of being a woman who 'men want to be with and women want to be.'

    I’m sure actress Christina Hendricks had no idea that her body would become a political tool when she was mentioned by Lynne Featherstone in a debate about body image.

    But Joan  is one of the most powerful people at the Mad Men offices – and she knows exactly how to dress to get ahead in a man’s world.

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  • Kate wears tartan for her visit to Glasgow

    The fashion label has a boutique in Tetbury, close to Charles's Gloucestershire home, and another in Pimlico in central London.

    Kate's £425 pure wool blue and grey plaid coat, called a worker's coat, was created by Caroline Smiley, designer and founder of moloh, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year.

    The tartan was a one-off design especially created by the brand.

    A spokeswoman for the company said Kate has worn a belt from the firm in the past.

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  • Meet the Scots stars of Game of Thrones

    Game of Thrones has proved to be a huge success and has catapulted its Scots stars to the attention of audiences worldwide.

    Here are the Scottish actors making it big on the fantasy TV show, and to get you back into the world of Westeros, here's the season 3 trailer.

     

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  • Meet the Model: Eunice Olumide

    When did you get into modelling and why?

    I was originally scouted by Select when I was 15.  I knew nothing about the fashion industry and was a complete tomboy.  I was very successful but took a break to go to university. Since then I have been working full time and am currently signed to Colours Agency in Scotland.

    Who’s your style icon?

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  • Style Icons: Neneh Cherry

    Neneh Cherry’s influence can be seen in a lot of the female pop stars out there today. Robyn has cited her fellow Swede as one of her major influences in music and style. Then there’s MIA, Rihanna, Azealia Banks, Nicki Minaj – they all have the bold style of Cherry.

    Who didn’t love Neneh Cherry all the way back in 1988? Her album Raw Like Sushi played on countless Sonywalkmans, while young kids could mouth the rap to Buffalo Stance while wondering what a gigolo was. Wondering what the heck a buffalo stance was.

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  • Style Icons: Greta Garbo

    Take the turtleneck, the beret, the trench coat and a laced up pair of brogues - Garbo could lay claim to these key elements in a modern woman’s wardrobe. Her chosen way to dress was simple, comfortable and androgynous.

    The Swedish star wasn’t interested in such trivialities as fashion. Instead of the bias cut gowns and long skirt lengths of the 1930s, she favoured tailored, simple and comfortable clothes - loose trousers to stride in andher favourite old corduroy jacket with deep pockets to sink her hands into.

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  • Tilda Swinton is the new face of Chanel

    Karl Lagerfeld’s  2012-13 Métiers d'Art Paris-Edimbourg collection was inspired by Mary Queen of Scots and featured a take on Scottish heritage, with tartan, tweed, lace ruffs and sporrans.

    "Tilda perfectly embodies the Paris-Edimbourg collection. She is of course Scottish, but more than that she is a modern woman, a timeless icon of elegance," said Lagerfeld, creative director of Chanel.

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  • My Beauty Bag: Laura McMonagle

    What is your essential beauty tip?

    My beauty tip is to take your makeup off at night and to cleanse, tone and moisturise. Although I have to remind myself to do so!

    What are your favourite products?

    Dermalogica Ultra Calming Cleanser (£25.50)

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  • Meet the model: Stephanie Willemse

    When did you get into modelling and why?

    I was scouted at the age of 14 in Glasgow City Centre for the Model Team, Scotland and it all went from there…

    Who’s your style icon?

    I love Kate Beckinsale’s style, she is just beautiful!

    What do your family and friends think about you modelling?

    They have always been so supportive and visited me when I have travelled abroad.

    Have you got a special routine on the day of a photoshoot?

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  • Scottish designers united for fashion

    It will be the first time Belinda Robertson Cashmere, Bebaroque and Iona Crawford have teamed up together, when they open the showroom at Hardy Tree Gallery near London St Pancras, to exhibit their autumn/winter 2013 collections.

    It offers a chance for the designers to meet new buyers and build up a profile while helping to promote the Scottish fashion industry.

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  • Michelle Mone unveils new partner after husband's exit

    MAS Holdings will be Ultimo's business partner for sourcing and manufacturing. The conglomerate, based in Sri Lanka, is an underwear and sportswear manufacturer, whose strategic partnerships also include Victoria’s Secret and Marks and Spencer.

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  • 50 Scottish beers with the best names

    1. Sheepshaggers Gold 

    Made by: Cairngorm Brewery, Aviemore

    Strength: 4.5% ABV

    Selling point: “The Best Beer Baa None.”

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  • My Beauty Bag: Michelle Haswell

    Daily moisturiser with SPF25 or more
    I'm not really fussed which brand I use, as long as it's light enough to use every day. I'm almost 40, so keeping my skin protected from the sun is the most important beauty task I perform. I've been using a daily SPF since I was 19 years old.

     

    Biore warming daily facial scrub (£4.99)

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Caroline Young

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Fashion blogger

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