Big hair will always catch our eye, make us smile and put an extra bounce in our step…we love this look, because it is more a feeling than a look, really. It says hello to carefree days and being absolutely fabulous. It is a look that emblazons a feminine ideal, and when you team this with pastel hues, then we are hooked.

We love the ballerinas, even though the fashion police will hate us for this because they are not sexy…but who the hell cares? The understated accessories are great and the loose knit sends an ‘end of the week’ feeling that we can totally identify with.

For a great jersey, look no further than this Baroque patterned one, retailing at 50 euros through de.topshop.com
http://tinyurl.com/l6qr9tu

and feel like you are still at home when you slip into these masculine goat leather ballerinas from pampuschen.com, retailing at 119 euros
http://tinyurl.com/kt7zudv

and go Danish with this art deco Nocturne ring from georgjensen.com, selling at 595 euros
http://tinyurl.com/l8y96lz

Picture Credits: jersey from topshop.com, ballerinas from pampuschen.com & ring from georgjensen.com

We turn our sights this week upon something scandanavian…a first for us here at Dashing George…we have our first fashion house feature! It is with delight that we present Day Birger et Mikkelsen, a company founded in 1997, with various lines. Our focus is the younger fashion collection called 2nd Day.

The look is contemporary, with cutting-edge design and razor-sharp tailoring to take you from day to night effortlessly. We love these urban looks as they are minimal and yet special…a balance that is not so easy to pull off. With a focus on details and fabric, the creative team deliver a collection that is both chic and confident. You can visit their blog at the following link: http://www.day.dk/blog/

Our pick of the crop has to be the following 5 items…
For a perfectly cool suede leather jacket, look no further than this great Morgan suede jacket, retailing at 330 euros
http://tinyurl.com/mnrq26q

and team the leather jacket with lounge-worthy trousers like these 2nd Flora Trousers, retailing at 140 euros
http://tinyurl.com/mtmhtwd

want to get them all talking, then pour yourself into this 2nd Melvin Dress, retailing at 280 euros
http://tinyurl.com/ld5o3r7

and why break the bank account when even their online sale is fabulous? Try this 2nd Jasswin skirt on sale, retailing at 105 euros
http://tinyurl.com/kc7fc7r

and be a bit practical with this Day Sparky sleeveless dress, on sale, retailing at under 70 euros, that will work wonderfully when you take that much needed holiday break!
http://tinyurl.com/mrv7qb8

Photo Credits: feature photograph from whatwhenwhere.dk & all other photographs from day.dk

Ever since Pucci gave us mad prints and the rest of the fashion set followed suit, we have been hooked. We love patterned outfits and the crazier the better. One need only look at the streetstyle to see that we are not alone on this one. It is a welcome relief to find someone who is willing to add a bit of humour to her wardrobe and with enough cheekiness, you can wear anything…as our next model clearly demonstrates! Spotted in a boutique in Johannesburg, she was bubbly and unbelievably charming. We love the leo leggings and the boyish cap…team this with a great blouse and crazily laced sneakers and we are there, front row, centre!

Add a bit of nostalgia to your wardrobe with some great print this winter to take away the winter blues…try this printed graphic blouse through zara.com, retailing at around 70 euros
http://tinyurl.com/o2tbxt5

and as midi is the new must-have length, embrace a bit of Vivienne Westwood rock chic, with this checked animal print skirt from missselfridge.de, costing 23 euros
http://tinyurl.com/ngg6xw7

and finally, we are like crazy magpies, coveting all that glitters, so for your night time activities, slip on a pair of these amazing sequin Asos Premium leggings, available  through asos.de, retailing at under 65 euros
http://tinyurl.com/pzc8ung

Picture Credits: blouse taken from zara.com, skirt taken from missselfridge.de & leggings taken from asos.de

With the frost appearing, we need some inspiration…we need something to light up our hearts with fire…we need BOOTS! And we, here at Dashing George HQ love a good pair, so look no further than these killer statement heels from Versus, that we found at net-a-porter.com, retailing at 455 euros
http://tinyurl.com/lc3ere9

You could of course, go the whole bang and team these boots with this great short tee from Kenzo, retailing at 105 euros
http://tinyurl.com/khcaduu

and try this unbelievable jacket by Jonathan Simkhai, selling at under 744 euros…okay, a bit over the budget, but it will last many seasons and will take your elegant and sporty looks to new heights!
http://tinyurl.com/pvrjr6t

Picture Credits: all photographs found through net-a-porter.com

This is the look that would certainly make all heads turn. Who could blame us then for taking time off from our grueling schedule for our next Johannesburg local? With a look that incorporates the dark look that sums up the winter collections of almost all top designers, her all black look is both functional and fashion forward.

We love the ethnic details like the bangle and shells in her hair and if you want some cool boots to glam up your dark look this season, then try these Jeffrey Campbell New France Boots at around 211 euros available through shop.nordstrom.com
http://tinyurl.com/ks8hf6q

Why not bring a bit of edge to your ears with these spike and crystal earrings from topshop.com for 46 euros…they are cool enough to bring you some street credibility and still not break the piggy bank
http://tinyurl.com/mh7efuf

and finally, add some class and sophistication with this art deco bangle set at under 20 euros from River Island through asos.de…as art deco is somehow always a trend, irrespective of the season.
http://tinyurl.com/ltyyz2g

Picture Credits: boots taken from shop.nordstrom.com, earrings taken from topshop.com & bangle set from asos.de

With the days growing darker and colder, there is a definite need for the weekend-break. A chance to refuel and recharge before the onslaught of the festive season…with this in mind, we, here at Dashing George, have rounded up our essentials…the things every woman needs before leaving the daily grind in search of much-needed R&R!

Packing should not be an ordeal…so opt for this great weekender from Rioni Signature, retailing at under 198 euros, available through overstock.com. The style may remind you of Louis Vuitton, but then again EVERYONE is running around these days with an original or fake, so show them all you don’t need the label-worship…

http://tinyurl.com/oeepm2v

Be fashion-savvy with this comfy sweater from Bella Freud, available at 258 pounds through bellafreud.co.uk (already seen on the delectable Kate Moss!).

http://tinyurl.com/othzwcx

Show your iPad some love with this wonderful retro cover from Prada, retailing at 310 euros through store.prada.com

http://tinyurl.com/ndnjbhq

If you are running around on your weekend, then you will need something neutral that will go with absolutely EVERYTHING, so these trainers from New Balance are just the thing, costing around 140 euros through frontlineshop.com

http://tinyurl.com/q4xbtty

Time to turn to the lady of print, namely, American legend, Diane von Furstenberg, with this great cashmere scarf, to keep you warm on the plane…available through net-a-porter.com, at 210 euros

http://tinyurl.com/nmtl5ze

Pack something that will take you from day to night…try this great satin overshirt from Christophe Lemaire, retailing at 705 dollars through cult LA boutique, Just One Eye.

http://tinyurl.com/nwo4zdz

With all this traveling, be sure not to forget your hair! We are loving these great hair care products from Phylia De M. Try the clean and condition and watch the wonders take place! The shampoo costs 35 dollars and conditioner, 40. Available through phylia.com

http://tinyurl.com/nuzvnjk

With traveling comes the inevitable moisture loss and we are keen on always looking good, arriving at the airport looking immaculate and fresh…so try this Algo Mist Hydrating Facial Spry, retailing at 15 dollars through repachage.com

http://tinyurl.com/p2c3hds

Picture Credits: weekender taken from overstock.com, sweater taken from bellafreud.co.uk, iPad cover taken from store.prada.com, sneaker taken from frontlineshop.com, satin shirt taken from justoneeye.com, shampoo taken from phylia.com & spray taken from repachage.com

There are fundamentals all men should have….a good t-shirt, the right pair of jeans and sneakers. These are the building blocks for casual wear and it is indeed an art form to make this look as if it is no work at all. If you look closely, you will always see a lot of pride when it comes to men and their sneakers/jeans/t-shirt combi. And while fashionistas will laugh it off and say that this is not at all stylish, we, here at Dashing George, say ‘YES!’ to jeans and sneakers because even we love to be comfortable and the art is in making it look cool and effortless.

It is no wonder we loved this next look…the red is wonderful and of course the killer hairstyle. In the thriving and heaving city that is Johannesburg, it is great to see men like this stepping outside the box and keeping their style identity intact.

Want a great tee, then try this one from zara.com, selling at under 20 euros…it is VERY Givenchy
http://tinyurl.com/qxr9jh2

and show your feet some old-school style with these Nike Air Vortex Vintage sneakers, selling at  85 dollars through store.nike.com
http://tinyurl.com/ou4fblr

and finally, introduce your crew to something new…hot and happening label Rag and Bone from New York, have a great pair of jeans (article RB 15X), retailing at 210 dollars, through rag-bone.com
http://tinyurl.com/pfdkteg

Picture Credits: t-shirt taken from zara.com, sneakers taken from shop.nike.com & jeans taken from rag-bone.com

Time is officially ticking away till we can all get our hands on the wonderful new collection from Isabel Marant and H&M. She is the darling of the French fashion scene with an almost irreverent approach to street style and thus a favourite at Dashing George HQ. The collection, available in 250 stores, is a great mix of neo-boho and urban chic. With red, cream and black as primary colours, the look is surprisingly refreshing for a winter campaign. Our favourites are pictured below:
We love the short, fitted jacket retailing at 299 euros, and the middle pictured long cardigan is also hot, selling at 129 euros. Go pint wild with the printed blouse and pants (both retailing at around 80 euros each).
Accessory wise, there are also wonderful things happening. Our pick of the crop would have to be the scarf (under 40 euros), boots (199 euros), earrings (under  20 euros), necklace (under 30 euros) and studded high heels (149 euros).

The boys are also not forgotten! Thank goodness for that, or else we would be a bit sad...for us, there is a great cream sweater (99 euros), patterened white pants (under 80 euros) and this great coat and suede boots (both retaling at 149 euros each).

So, be brave and head out tomorrow morning and grab your new threads before they run out!

What could be better than spotting a dancer, sporting this urban and cool outfit? Answer: nothing! The hot streets of Johannesburg are swarmed with creative types like our next model, only too willing to strike a pose for our Dashing George camera…and we love this pairing of acid denim with ‘nothing-left-to-the-imagination’ leggings…you need legs like hers, though to pull this look off, though! And with the very Janet Jackson appeal of the 80’s hairstyle, we were loving the hot red curls, as well as the killer attitude.

Keep the acid rinse going in your wardrobe with this cool denim blouse available through missselfridge.de, retailing at 44 euros
http://tinyurl.com/mbvlt5d

and try this ‘milky way’ scarf by cult German label LaLa Berlin, available through lalaberlin-onlineshop.de, selling at 219 euros
http://tinyurl.com/n2xv9jg

and as she is striking her own pose for H&M later this month, be ahead of the pack and snag this Isabel Marant Shiloh sweater available through forwardforward.com, selling at 600 dollars
http://tinyurl.com/l5c94d4

Picture credits: denim blouse taken from missselfridge.de, scarf from lalaberlin-onlineshop.de & sweater taken from forwardforward.com

We love a good shirt, here at Dashing George…pair it with a good attitude, the right haircut and we are front row, centre! Take a look at our next model, South African and proud…the clever tailoring on the Sergeant Pepper shirt, and the cool jeans (by Wesc) are street worthy and yet elegant. This is no easy feat for the average Joe, but with the right mindset, anything works.

We love this Jacket ‘Bituin’ from topshop.com, retailing at 120 euros, as it has patches (key trend for all you dedicated followers of fashion) and a teddy collar (very lumberjack, but also rustic enough to take you from town to country)
http://tinyurl.com/mfu5hlm

and how about these 527 slim boot cut jeans from Levis, at around 100 euros (with just the perfect worn in look, to make you look rough on the outside)
http://tinyurl.com/n3mdke5

and let the soles of these shoes do the talking for you: try these Caino shoes from kurtgeiger.com, retailing at 95 pounds
http://tinyurl.com/lw92tbs

Picture Credits: jacket taken from topshop.com, jeans from levis.com & shoes from kurtgeiger.com