Since I started High School I have been looking forward to the infamous Leavers Ball which occurs after all the year 13s have finished their final exams. Even the idea of going to a ball conjures up ideas of Disney princesses in fairy-tale dresses. Disney did however fail to mention that beautiful ball gowns come at quite a cost.  As a ball gown is something that many women buy, wear once and never wear again, I believe it...

Team fash have been getting far too excited about the release of the Great Gatsby (starring Carey Mulligan, Leo DiCaprio and Tobey Maguire). I've even considered coming to work in a full evening gown, pearls and pin curl hair to show my glee. Fashion may be heading back to the jazz age for inspiration and we say bring on the pearls, ruffles, hats and sparkle.  Tell us what would be your dream...

From Whistles to Mulberry, Daks to Paul Smith - the Oxfam shop at Royal Windsor was bursting with fashion gems for women and men. Set amongst an array of equestrian wear and artisan craft stalls the Oxfam shop stood out with its bright Hermes scarves and quirky displays. So, what was the first thing to do? Get mooching around the rails of course! I firstly had a look at some of the men's clothes on offer, getting shop...

I unearthed this gorgeous vintage dress on my latest charity shop outing and, even though it was too big and a little on the frumpy side, I saw the potential that this little beauty had.  There's been something of a 60s revival on the catwalks in many designers' Spring/Summer 2013 collections, so it seemed the perfect time to channel the likes of Twiggy, Jean Shrimpton and Pattie Boyd and take...

Probably due to the lack of sunshine, I have found myself trying to buy my way to happiness. These last few weeks I have made a number of ethical fashion purchases that I thought I would share with you, so here goes... When perusing through Brighton's North Laine, my friend spotted a shop that she said she thought would suit my style. Low and behold it turned out to be an ethical fashion retailer! A...

As all savvy shoppers know, the beauty of charity shopping is the unique eclecticism of every individual charity shop.  Each Oxfam shop has a distinct character inspired by its neighborhood; the local community who donate so generously; the variety of customers who pass through its doors; the style and vibe of the surrounding shops and, last but definitely not least, its team of volunteers - the backbone of the shop.   All these...

Fashion inspiration can strike in many places these days but, for designers, stylists and fashion editors, the history books are often one of the best places to start.That's why I love visiting the Fashion Museum in Bath, which celebrates its 50th birthday this year. Nestled between Georgian buildings, quaint boutiques and tearooms, the Fashion Museum is a source of inspiration for fashion-forward thinkers from across the country. ...

Oxfam Fashion has been keeping up to date with some of the brilliant ideas for Get Together in the UK. Whatever you love doing, baking to biking, fashion to flapjacks Oxfam is encouraging you to host an event to celebrate International Women's Day on 8 March.  The aim is to raise money to help women worldwide live life without poverty. The 2013 celebrations launched with an event in London hosted by broadcaster and writer Lauren...

This Sunday will see the 85th Academy Awards Ceremony celebrating the films that have graced the big screen in the last year. Typically, we'll be scouring the red carpet for style inspiration, but what about that iconic gold statue clutched tightly in the hands of Hollywood's greats? This statue is recognised worldwide as a symbol of success in the film industry and it's alluring golden glint can be filtered into your wardrobe. ...

Recently I have been in mourning- in mourning for a pair of boots. Bit over dramatic you say? Well no actually, it's not over the top, over stated or overly emotional because these boots were basically soldered onto my feet. These boots have been part of me for nearly my whole university career, through thick and thin, to seamlessly enhance any and every outfit throughout the seasons. They were the holy grail of the boot world but...