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New York Fashion Week has displayed a huge range of the shade of green. It seems more and more designers are getting that earthy feeling and making fashion come to life by using the colours of nature. But, the colour green that these designers are using isn’t just a random colour choice; it is also a fashion statement that reflects a deeper trend within the industry.

More and more, the fashion world has started to incorporate ethical concerns into their brand identity, making eco-chic a mainstream and readily available consumer product. Perhaps the most important reason for green's growth throughout the fashion scene is a deliberate shift toward presenting sustainable fashion as not separate and unique, but simply fashion at its best. Women’s Country Clothing and men’s country clothing alike have taken the world by storm.  

There are many reasons for the eco friendly change happening in fashion recently which have been displayed at Fashion Week itself.

Designer Stella McCartney and prominent influencers such as Livia Firth and Vogue have long promoted the integration of sustainability into luxury style. American Apparel and Footwear Association Maverick Award-winning designer Yeohlee Teng have made local, zero-waste production an invisible but omnipresent part of her signature style, from using manufacturers in New York's Garment District to reusing pins from her studio floor. The same goes for Diane von Furstenburg and the Council of Fashion Designers of America, who have helped mainstream green design through the CFDA/Lexus Eco-Fashion Challenge. One of the designers to win the inaugural award, Maria Cornejo, quietly uses environmentally friendly materials in her signature line, which has been worn by First Lady Michelle Obama -- without a single mention of kale.

It seems that winter shows no sign of stopping any time soon. The season is one that has dragged for quite some time now and the warmer weather looks like it could take a lot longer to reach us too. So with this, many of you will still be wearing your winter woollies and your warming essentials. But if you are thinking of updating your wardrobe a little but don’t want to add anything to summery just yet and don’t want to include any more winter clothing, what do you do? 

Well there are many items you could still buy that will take you through to the spring season. Boots are a great item that you could choose that will still be wearable in the slightly warmer weather. Here are a few styles that you can add to your wardrobe for an instant style update. 

These mens boots from Rieker are ideal for the winter and spring seasons. Wear with jeans and a jumper for a look that will take you right through the transition in style.

With Chinese New Year taking place this month, many will be celebrating in their own way. The event is one of the most important in the Chinese calendar and rejoices the beginning of the Spring festival. Countries with large numbers of Chinese populations often hold events to help commemorate the occasion. Each year relates to a different star sign. These are found in the form of  twelve different animals. This year it is the year of the Snake, who are described as good thinkers and love the finer things in life. They are also good at saving money and are patient, charming and wise.

Snakes are not only a Chinese Zodiac sign. Snake skin styled clothing is also very popular in the fashion industry. Many designer labels and high end brands create clothes, accessories and shoes using materials that are made to look like snake skin.

If you are thinking of updating your wardrobe this season and want to incorporate a little snake skin style into your outfit, then check out some of our ideas below.

With the most romantic day of the year on the horizon, it is time you started thinking about what to give your partner this February 14^th.  Each Valentines Day gives couples the chance to show how much they love and care for one another by offering a gesture of love in the form of a beautiful gift. Whether you have a boyfriend, girlfriend, husband or wife, there are plenty of different present ideas you could choose from to offer your partner.

Jewellery is a very common gift choice for many who want to opt for something special on Valentines Day, sometimes it could be as special as an engagement ring. But whatever stage you are in with your relationship, jewellery is always going to be a great choice for both a man or a woman. Designer watches and high end jewellery pieces come in the form of many different shapes, sizes, colours and styles. So you are bound to find the perfect item for your loved one on Valentines Day from a collection of classic watches and jewels.

If you are looking at high end watches as a gift idea, then there are a few designer labels from which you could choose from to pick the perfect timepiece. Casio watches, Fossil, Rotary and DKNY are all fantastic brands that produce outstanding watches. If you want to offer a special someone a romantic gift, then a timepiece from one of these designer names is ideal. It is an item they can keep and treasure for years to come.

When it comes to accessorising, there are many items you can choose from to add to your look. Whether you are wanting to dress casual and relaxed or smart and sophisticated, accessories can complete an appearance. You can easily make an outfit come alive with a hat, scarf, bag or jewellery piece.  If you want to dress more fashionable and stylish, then you will need to start accessorising wisely.

One thing many people accessorise their looks with is a watch. Adding a time piece to your outfit is a quick and easy way to add style, glamour or sophistication to your look. The type of watch you choose will determine this. If for instance you are going for a trendy appearance, then of course a trendy watch will be the best choice.

There are many designer labels and high end brands that create superb watches and timepieces. Casio, Fossil and DKNY watches are all great collections for you to choose from. Each range features a different selection of designs, styles and pieces for you to choose from. So whether you are opting for a classic design or a more on trend look, there is sure to be a watch designer out there that is suitable for you.

So this week, I'll be taking a look at the world of acting with up and coming British actor, Austin Paul Hardiman.  I've worked with Austin before and I'll be interviewing him to find out what life is like working in films, and also in the lucrative world of commercials.

And music video reviews are on the agenda again, with some great stuff already featured on this site, but worth another look:

David Guetta - Without You ft. Usher

Flo Rida - Who Dat Girl ft. Akon

Flo Rida - Good Feeling