Carnival Style | Dress To Survive

Each year Notting Hill carnival gives us an opportunity to celebrate the culture, food and music of the Caribbean right here in London. Not to mention the exciting mix of people and style. If you’re heading down to Notting Hill this year then here are some tips for surviving the chaos, staying comfortable and looking good.  

The key to having a great time is comfort, fabulously comfortable! Look good but feel better; hours of walking and dancing require meticulously planned outfits. Stay on trend with a pair of high waisted denim shorts, trainers and a brightly coloured kimono. Opt for this seasons must have in our gorgeous Lexi packpack available in two colours. Keep your valuables safe and hands free with a top zip closure, front and back pockets  and adjustable shoulder straps.  Alternatively, complete your look with our classic Tessa crossbody bag and have easy access to your money with its front purse like pocket. 

Now that you’re dressed for the occasion, remember to stay in groups or at least in a pair, and stay hydrated. Keep a bottle of water with you at all time and finally, let your hair down and have fun!

If hours of walking isn’t your thing, then swap your trainers for a pair of high heels and turn your daytime look into a night time carnival after-party ready outfit and complete your look with our Rose Frame Clutch.

Heading down to the carnival this year ? Tweet us your carnival style pictures  @Fiorelli_Bags

Sneak Peek: Fiorelli S/S '15

Today, we're giving you a sneak peek behind the scenes at our Spring/Summer '15 shoot. It may seem very early but with the design process taking place over a year in advance of a collection launch, we're busy planning upcoming seasons trends and getting all of our product shots ready for our Lookbooks and the Press.

We had a beautiful modern location in Kent, spectacular inside and out. As soon as we set our eyes on this fabulous location - we knew it was perfect. 

The day started early with wardrobe planning, organising different outfits and make up looks for each bag we were shooting. We certainly enjoyed being around all of the fabulous pieces! 

As the sun was shining it was a great opportunity for some outdoor shots, with an unusual mix of natural scenery and this industrial tower as a real contrast. Our photographer was shooting away whilst some of the Fiorelli team helped with improving lighting - including our very own Head Designer Lisa!

It was such a fabulous day, and we're very excited to show you all the collection next year. In the mean time, here's a little preview of what's to come with some detailed shots of the Spring/Summer '15 range:

For more sneak peeks, follow our Twitter and Instagram profiles, where we share live news and behind the scenes images. What trends do you think will be big for Spring/Summer 15? And what type of bags would you like to see in the collection? Let us know by leaving a comment below!

Bloggers style Fiorelli

We've had some great fashion bloggers styling our Fiorelli Spring/Summer collection over the last few months, and wanted to share their Fiorelli looks with you along with some blogger styling tips!

Helen from The Love Cats Inc

Helen styled our Harper Mini in Pale Sky with a range of blue hues for Spring. The textures of the denim jacket draped over her shoulders contrast with her suede boots. She finished the look with pink lips and sunglasses epitomising casual chic.

Julia from Stylonylon

Julia styled our Harper Triple Compartment in Cobalt Black with quirky accessories including a gorgeous luxe tartan scarf and leopard print pumps. We love Julia's use of bold colours and layering for her unique Fiorelli outfit of the day. 

Paula from the The P-Ho Diaries

Paula wore our Perry in Black and Leopard for ladylike style with her pretty pink coat for a gorgeous Spring outfit. Paula founded the look on classic black, with leather trousers and heeled boots. We love this simple yet stylish look, great for a special occasion.

Suscribe to the blog to be notified for our next Fiorelli blogger styling post, as we have some great outfits ahead too! How do you style your Fiorelli? Let us know by sending your style shots to us on Twitter and Instagram at @Fiorelli_Bags.

Handbag Beauty Essentials

Here at Fiorelli HQ, we're often discussing our beauty favourites and thought we would put them in a blog post for you lovely readers!

At the top of list is Jurlique's Moisturising Hand Sanitiser, the Australian natural beauty range's star handbag product in our eyes! Unlike other Hand Sanitisers, it contains no harmful chemicals and contain organic moisturisers to keep hands both clean and soft!

Our next handbag must-have is Clarins Instant Natural Lip Perfector, which comes in six beautiful soft shades. This gently plumping lip gel adds instant glamour to any look when worn over lip colour or alone. It also smells gorgeous for the ultimate beauty sensation!

Our absolute favourite for hair has to be the Twistband. Back in the day, scrunchies used to be perfect for keeping hair up and out of the way, but soon become a style no-no. For a stylish replacement, the Twistband was created - it doesn't pull on hair or create kinks and it looks just as good on your wrist as on your ponytail!

No handbag is complete without a petite perfume, and our top pick is Stella McCartney's "Stella", which comes in a Limited Edition range of 30ml minis with unique blue, yellow and grey prints. The fragrance combines and contrasts two classic scents, Amber and Rose for an exotic, rich scent. 

We're putting all of tour hand beauty essentials in our Summer Mix range, like our Abbie Bowling Bag. Our Abbie is the perfect size for everyday, with a cross body shoulder strap for multi-styling. 

What are your must-have beauty items for your handbag? Let us know by leaving a comment below or via Twitter @Fiorelli_Bags.

Trend: Menswear Chic

Menswear chic is a timeless classic that here at Fiorelli HQ, we just can't get enough of! From the catwalks to the streets, it's a look that never goes out of style. Sharp tailoring makes anyone look and feel confident, which is another reason why we love it! 

Tailor Spencer Hart says: "It's about trouser suits - not skirt suits - trouser suits look so much better. It's about getting a suit that looks like you've borrowed it from your boyfriend, but it fits really well. Think Bianca Jagger in the White Suit by Helmut Newton; Patti Smith or Claudia Schiffer."

Whether it's getting a tailor made suit, or borrowing your partners tuxedo jacket and styling it to your look, it's easy to wear to the office or even a night out. Take style inspiration from Alexa Chung, who made a name for herself with her tomboy style. Too masculine? Adding accessories makes for a more interesting look, we'd add a clutch bag like our Dixie for a touch of femininity. 

We'd wear this look with a classic black suit, killer strappy sandals, and our Harper Portfolio Laptop Bag in Cobalt Black. Monochrome is a trend hot off the Autumn/Winter '14 catwalks and adding a splash of colour with cobalt create real look-at-me style.

Are you a fan of the tailored look? Send us your menswear inspired looks via Facebook, Twitter or Instagram @Fiorelli_bags

Catwalk Trend: Monochrome

Here at Fiorelli HQ - we couldn't help but spot a bold trend emerging over the last few months: Monochrome. First seen at the Ralph Lauren Spring/Summer '14 show, here we were presented with a range of optical illusion style outfits from stripes, to checks and even  florals. 

Although monochrome is real statement when worn head to toe, it's very wearable on accessories. We'd partner our Monochrome selection of bags with a little black dress and cream blazer for work, or work a bright dress with various monochrome accessories for an evening out.

Clockwise from top left Vivi Grab, Francesca Shoulder, Serena Hobo, and Regan Large Quilt

How are you wearing Monochrome for Spring/Summer? Share your #FiorelliStyle with us via Twitter and Instagram @Fiorelli_Bags.

Trend: Bold Brights for Spring

It's official, spring has sprung and at Fiorelli HQ, we've been celebrating with bright, bold colours. So, we were delighted when Very felt the same in their latest advert, "Bring the Colour" - can you spot our very own Harper Mini as the star of the ad:

We've put together some of our favourite colourful outfits for a statement colour on colour, showcasing how this trend works for any occasion:

Glamourous Girls Night Out

Our Harper Mini in Limeade is great paired with a maxi dress in cobalt blue or pink to make a real impact. Why not match a strappy yellow sandal or add a statement heel for that final flourish.

Office Style

Our Kenzie Tote is the perfect bag for work and play and now comes in this sumptuous red for Spring/Summer. We'd wear it with this mint green dress and red pointy flats for an on trend Summer work look. Mix it up for after work drinks with our pink Dixie Clutch and some cobalt heels.

Brunch with the Girls

For a casual yet chic look with love this skater dress with our Harper Mini - this time in cobalt blue. Add a contrast of yellow with our lime Harper purse, our neon yellow crystal bib necklace and these cute midi heels for an unmissable style statement.

Do you dare to wear the bright and bold? Send us your colour blocking outfits with #FiorelliStyle via Twitter and Instagram @Fiorelli_Bags.

Name our new Charity bag

You helped us choose the design, now we want you to name our new charity bag!

Our Charity bag is part of our ongoing project to raise money for Cancer Research UK. With every bag purchase £10 will be donated to the amazing cause, so we’re asking you to name our bag after someone you love, admire or are inspired by. 

To dedicate this beautiful bag to someone who has touched your life, simply Tweet your entry or send in a photo to us at @Fiorelli_bags using #FiorelliCharity, alternatively, you can email us your entry at charity@fiorelli.com. The name will be announced on 31st July.

The name will be published with the bag and you will be the first person to receive it. Worn on the arms of stylish women all across the UK - put your own stamp on the Fiorelli charity bag and make it an unforgettable gift for a special someone. 

The new Charity bag is available in red; the catwalk colour for AW13, monochrome, for an on-trend look for every outfit, or your staple all-season accessory; in tan and chocolate at £39.  

You can sign up to receive a notification when the bag is available to buy on the website by clicking on your colour of choice on our online shop, so you can keep on top of your fashion game.  

Fiorelli are showing their support to Cancer Research and now you can too with our Charity bag.