Heathrow Airport, London
Getting stuck in Heathrow is a shopper’s dream. The T3 terminal shopping center stands up to central London with stores like Mulberry, Zara, Reiss, Dior, Hermes and Harrods. Once you’re done spending all your money, the art museum is a free cultural fix in Terminal 5. Need a nap after all that? Check into the Yotel in Terminal 4 starting at £25 for four hours.

Munich Airport, Germany
Beer gardens, gambling and spas. Need I say more?

For the Pretentious Art Snob:  You’ve been there, done that, own everything and everyone so even the most avant garde installations leave you bored. But that doesn’t mean you have anything else to do.

Week #10 of the Fashion Indie exclusive DOAFA’s Top Super Secret Sales of the Week.

I’m Lauren, your resident NYC dweller, crazed shopaholic and blogger from Diary of a Fashion Addict.com. Join me as we explore this week’s best online sample sales, NYC street deals, exclusive discount codes from your favorite designers and more. Like what you see and want more of it?! Check back with us every Tuesday, and visit my blog www.diaryofafashionaddict.com for even more sales, shopping tips and style inspiration.

 Deal for a Day:

Have you been lusting after a Mulberry handbag but could never afford to pull the trigger? Shop this weeks deal for a day on Rue La La 8/19. Sign on at 11am EST to score your fav!

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- Off-Off-Opera head! Yeah Yeah Yeahs frontwoman Karen O will “assault…the tragic joys of youth” when she bring her “psycho-opera” to St. Ann’s Warehouse in DUMBO, Brooklyn from Oct. 13-16. [Paper]

- The Kanye West clothing line is a go! After Central Saint Martins prof Louise Wilson confirmed that the Louis Vuitton don was indeed working on a collection, turns out Harper’s Bazaar Australia‘s Christine Centenera and knitwear designer Louise Goldin are lending him their helping hands. [Styleite]

- Mulberry is killing it and not taking prisoners. Valued at over a billion pounds, the British label has left all other fashion roadkill in their wake to become the world’s best-performing fashion house, thanks in large part to Alexa Chung and her eponymous bag. [Telegraph]

- And speaking of roadkill, how do you feel about wearing some run-over possum on your head? [Guardian]

- Rihanna: “I don’t think I could walk down the street wearing bubbles or a dress made of ham, [but] what Lady Gaga has done has been kind of amazing. I am the opposite. I wear clothes I would wear on the street. I’m all about a real look.” The fact that RiRi looks like she’s working the street in said clothes is another matter. [Digital Spy]

- Paris Hilton walked out of an interview only to return after consulting her coach/agent when a reporter asked what we were all thinking: Has your moment passed? Some questions, however, answer themselves. [Digital Spy]

Photo: Fashionologie

Giving executive realness on her way through Heathrow in a Roland Mouret shift and Smythe blazer with a 2011 Mulberry Polly bag and Manolo Blahnik pumps.

ACE: Caroline Wozniacki – Stella McCartney

The #1 high power fashion-cum-athletic designer Stella McCartney has fittingly taken the #1 player in the WTA as her own; Caroline Wozniacki is the face of Adidas by Stella McCartney. She’s flashing Stella off and on the court and crushing bitches on the grass court.

SIDESPIN: Serena Williams - Burberry

One half of the dominating twins, this side paneled sidespin hugs every solid muscle curve.

LOVE: Ana Ivanovic – Matthew Williamson

Playfully textured, the slight fringe reminds us of the grass courts on which the tournament takes place. Mini-skirts and fast balls…

WILDCARD: Jelena Jankovic – Vivienne Westwood

This dress is a shirred thing. Will a win be in the bag?

FAULT: Heather Watson – Mulberry

How one makes an superbly trim athlete look frumpy is beyond me, but unfortunately Mulberry has done that for Watson. And the shoes look like ace bandages, not a good look for a competing tennis pro.

FLATLINER: Laura Robson – Temperley

She hits it low and steady. None too exciting, except for the shoulders.

LET: Andrea Petkovic – Richard Nicoll

The tennis imagery works in the iridescence, but the fit? The ref is consulting the umpire for a final decision.

BYE: Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova – David Koma

Its tennis themed pleat cuts her off all wrong, and ends up making her look wide. Too much, yet too little.

LOVE LOVE: Maria Sharpova – Alexander McQueen

Stuns, absolutely radiant.

MATCH POINT: Bethanie Mattek-Sands - Alex Noble

Designer to Lady Gaga, Alex Noble created the bodice of this dress out of, you guessed it, tennis balls. Tis possible that only an entity like Mother Monster could pull off such a thing, but don’t get us wrong Bethanie, we admire your balls.

Good little ball boy he is, Nicholas Kirkwood heeled the whole WTA for this night.

Designers gave the gala a big serve, but who won the game point in your book?

Naomie will be rated on the below categories, five being the highest and 1 being the lowest.

Fit: 5

Appropriateness: 5

Trendiness: 4

Styling: 4

Shoes: 3

Hair: 4

Makeup: 3

Pose: 5

Confidence: 3

Naomie looks lovely in this gilded Mulberry dress, even with her choice of very minimal makeup. The bag and belt look great, but a higher. darker shoe would have worked better. She appears a bit bored/uncomfortable but chic nonetheless.

Get these bags, or find your own bright beauty.

Subtly American with a ringing vibrancy: Meredith Wendell

Lime dipped in acid dipped in satchel: Asos

Perfect purple of the present: Urban Outfitters

Brightly coral and scalloped: See by Chloé

Get a little bit jaded: Mulberry

Listen honey, mustard is a good choice: Proenza Schouler

P.S. – 1 of these bags is the originator of the brief satchel trend…

1. Ochre Pintuck Jumpsuit ($80 missselfridge.com)

2. Janis by Janis Savitt Multi-Strand Snake Chain Necklace ($569 bergdorfgoodman.com)

3. Arden B. Faux Suede Wedge Pump ($59 ardenb.com)

4. Cynthia Rowley Ostrich Feather Vest ($330 cynthiarowley.com)

5. Karen Walker Agent Sunglasses ($210 gargyle.com)

1. Celine Linen Dress (lanecrawford.com)

2. YSL Oval Turquoise Ring ($295 cultstatus.com.au)

3. Casadei Ankle Boots ($820 thecorner.com)

4. Anna Sui Brocade Sweater Tights ($22 zappos.com)

5. AllSaints Caledonian Jacket ($490 allsaints.com)

1. Roberto Cavalli Animal Print Top ($620 farfetch.com)

2. Balmain Cropped Leather Motocross Pants ($5,190 net-a-porter.com)

3. Noir Gotham City Ring ($238 charmandchain.com)

4. Alexander Wang Dakota Lace-Up Terracotta Ankle Boots ($800 shopmrsh.com)

5. Marc Jacobs Leather Julie Bag ($1,348 colette.fr)

1. Mulberry Sandwashed Silk Blouse ($460 mulberry.com)

2. Goldsign Misfit Mid-Rise Skinny Jeans ($200 net-a-porter.com)

3. Alexander McQueen Studded Skull Pumps ($1,250 ssense.com)

4. Fendi Patchwork Calf Hair Peekaboo Tote ($4,600 bergdorfgoodman.com)

5. Oscar de la Renta Crystal Tassel Drop Earrings ($257 bergdorfgoodman.com)

1. Tibi Fitted Jacquard Dress ($184 theoutnet.com)

2. Anna Sui Magenta Microfiber Tights ($14 zappos.com)

3. M.A.C. Lustreglass Lip Gloss in Wonderstick ($14.95 amazon.com)

4. Prada Satin Half Bow Peeptoe Pumps (£495.00 flannelsfashion.com)

5. Dominic Jones Tooth 22-Karat Rose Gold-Plated Ring ($129.50 theoutnet.com)

1. Vivienne Westwood Red Label Classic Black Blazer (£439.00 hervia.com)

2. Ramzi Musa for Browns Leopard Print Silk Shorts ($265 brownsfashion.com)

3. Anna Sui Brocade Sweater Tights ($22 zappos.com)

4. Maison Martin Margiela Line 10 Paperbag Ankle Boot ($925 barneys.com)

5. Topshop Coral Leather Lock Handle Bag ($110 topshop.com)

1. REDValentino Ruffle Blouse ($495 valentino.com)

2. D&G Stretch Satin Skinny Trousers ($313.50 my-wardrobe.com)

3. American Apparel Poly Canvas Bow Hair Clip in Shale Green ($14 americanapparel.net)

4. YSL Tribtoo Shimmer Leather Pumps (£545.00 harveynichols.com)

5. Paige Novick Becca Bangle Set ($575 farfetch.com)

1. Topshop Lilac Sleeveless Tea Dress ($95 topshop.com)

2. Rick Owens Gold Calf Leather Jacket ($2,146 shopmrsh.com)

3. Acne Hydro Leather Plateau Boot ($440 youheshe.com)

4. Erickson Beamon Spike and Crystal Ring (£250.00 harveynichols.com)

5. YSL Rouge Personnel Lipstick in #23 Irresistible Violet ($25 yesstyle.com)

Check out the fabulous Mulberry Tillie gallery below with bags from the Spring/Summer 2011 Catwalk and Pre Collections.

“The first ever Mulberry resort collection includes a few bikinis that come in either bandeau or triangle top styles and in a punchy watermelon hue or “trippy tiger” print.”

The collection includes signature dresses from Luella Bartley, Tara Jarmon, Paul & Joe, Behnaz Sarafpour, Proenza Schouler, Libertine, Alice Temperley, Erin Fetherston, Jovovich-Hawk, Rogan, Richard Chai, Jonathan Saunders, Thakoon, Tracy Feith, Rodarte, Zac Posen and Tucker.

The exclusive designer styles were originally created for the Target GO International program and will be available March 13, 2011 through April 10, 2011 at most Target stores and online at Target.com. The GO International Designer Collective underscores Target’s ongoing commitment to fashion talent and the belief that everyone deserves great design at an affordable price.

Pre-Show

More photos after the jizzump:

Little Edie’s spirit was all up and in Mulberry’s Spring 2011 show. From the opening spoken intro recalling the classic documentary (“Mrs. Onassis said the matter was a private family affair.”)  to the luxe daywear, Mulberry presented a fun, cute and very wearable spring collection.

Set atop the roof of Soho House, a picturesque location if there ever was one, the models strolled out adorned with red wigs. It was like a dozen Karen Elsons stomping in front of my very eyes. Or Grace Coddingtons, whose unmistakable scarlet locks could be seen across the way.

As they paraded around the pool, which was littered with giant red flowers on Mulberry floaties, the looks held little in the way of surprises, however a mid-calf length dress with floral embellishments was a pleasant addition.

Creative director, Emma Hill cited “the contrast between maxi and mini proportions” to be the central theme for this collection, which could be seen in the fitted tops paired with loose, almost baggy shorts.

Though the Mulberry girl was supposed to be “all grown up” this season, she clearly has not lost her sense of adventure. The “Trippy Tiger, ” another influence, was printed on a couple of blouses that strolled out along the pool.

Nor has she lost her sense of fun.  Several of the models were accompanied by adorable pugs who were more than runway ready, practically stealing the show.  However, the collection as a whole was enough to hold anyone’s attention and will look amazing this coming spring.

Alexa Hobo

Her latest incarnation in gorgeous Sparkle Tweed is sure to set her owner apart from the crowd, in understated Powder Beige
with a little extra sparkle.

Alexa Small Shoulder Clutch

The new Henry range certainly feels like he has always been in the collection, choc-full of Mulberry DNA and made
in lightweight nylon for total ease of commute.

Henry Gym Bag

Henrys all come loaded with Mulberry detailing: heritage gold zippers, black leather trim and signature Mulberry tree logo badge.

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The Mulberry Black Ruby Bayswater with leather bow detail and engraved plaque is beautiful bag.  The bag costs more than $1,200 but is a classic bag that is versatile enough for work or play.  It has all the bells and whistles of a luxury bag. It's lined with suede and comes with the reputation of a Mulberry bag.   You also have the comfort of knowing that the Bayswater is finely crafted to last.

If price matters and you’re willing to forgo prestige, longevity and fine craftsmanship, Spiegel has the perfect bag for you. Retailing for a fraction of the Mulberry Black Ruby Bayswater is the Spiegel Bow Satchel Bag, which looks lux and very similar to its high end look-a-like. For just $69, you can afford to buy a ShapeFX dress, a pair of pumps and a jacket and still have enough left over to treat your girlfriends to a round of champagne after work.

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British Fashion brand Mulberry, was so taken with photographer Venetia Dearden‘s work that they have sponsored the publication of her new book- ‘Glastonbury- Another Stage‘. To celebrate the launch of this book Venetia and the brands Creative Director, Emma Hill, hosted a party at Milk Studios in New York on Tuesday 25th May. Keep reading…

From the press release:

Guests enjoyed mini festival foods including mini angus beef sliders with Somerdale cheddar cheese, fish and chips, falafel pittas and mini nutella and banana crepes. They drank the ‘Mulberry Festival’ cocktail, Doc’s apple cider and ‘Mulberry Bellinis’.

The guests danced to live performances by Spanish guitarists; Manos de Dios, the Brooklyn based band; Chairlift and a closing set by Kelis.

Attendees included Emma Hill, Venetia Dearden, Agyness Deyn, Leigh Lezark, Olivia Palmero, Mamie Gumer, Chanel Iman, Irina Lazareanu, Michelle Trachtenberg, Alex Wek and Albert Hammond Junior.

On January 11th, Mulberry’s new SS10 style, the Alexa, will be hitting stores. The Alexa is named after ‘girl of the moment’ and fellow Brit, Alexa Chung. When Emma Hill saw that Alexa was carrying an old Mulberry men’s briefcase style, the Elkington, she loved and was inspired by the look it created. She took the masculine briefcase shape, updated it a little bit with some feminine touches and named it after the inspiration – Alexa.

Emma presented the bag to Chung and she immediately fell in love with it – she could not stop carrying it during SS10 NYFW and still carries it to this day.

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The Alexa comes in regular and oversized shapes. It is available in all leather (oak, navy, yellow, black), a lambskin with snake trim (pink, black), shiny leopard print (oak, pink) and a great summer tweed (beige). Prices range from $950 (summer tweed) to $1595 (oversized lambskin with snake trim). The bag works well in the utilitarian trend that was prevalent on the SS10 runways.

Gap tooth model of the year Georgia May lands the Versace Spring 2010 campaign. Check out Modelinia for more spring 2010 campaigns, including YSL, Mulberry, Chloe and Salvatore Ferragamo.

This November, Mulberry will introduce a collection of accessories designed for Apple products. These accessories for men and women have been enhanced with features like padding, pockets and headphone access. The collection includes bags in Mulberry’s natural leathers as well as MacBook sleeves and small bags in various colors and prints.

Actually, it’s their new line for dogs, it’s just called Mulberry for Mutt…can’t wait till I can buy Uggs for my pups!

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LINKAGE: am-lul

Mulberry put on an impressive show in London this week. The collection has some of the best color combinations so far for London Fashion Week. The colors are diverse and abundant, and the bright contrasting colors are a great way to break up the Fall season’s monotony. I’m still having trouble embracing the wide/baggy legged pant look. Is it just me or is the world not ready to switch it up yet?

Gallery: RUNWAY RUNDOWN: Mulberry Fall 2009 Collection

Courtesy of: The Fashionisto

The Mulberry Calder tote has been given a fresh look. The label teamed up with Fred Gallery artists who will create designs to adapt to the previously created tote. Artisits include Phillip and Peter Jones, Kate Davis, Simon English, and Paul Hosking. The designs feature unique prints with a selection of bright bold colors or more subtle shades. Limited edition versions of these bags will be available in select locations starting in early fall.

Thanks to Selectism for the pics!