XMAS 15

CHRISTMAS 2015

I S S U E

Get ready for a season with added sparkle

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THE TRENDS

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GIFT GUIDE

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M I D N I G H T M AG I C

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M O S T WA N T E D

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G E T YO U R C OAT

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W E B E XC L U S I V E S

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RI STUDIO

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STYLE INSIDER MEETS MAN REPELLER

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STYLE STUDIO

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In this ISSUE ALL THAT GLITTERS Sparkle and shine with these must-have accessories

STYLE INSIDER MEETS

MAN REPELLER Blogger Leandra Medine shows us how to dress for the festive season - Man Repeller style

THE BIG DRESS UP All you need to get party prepped

Discover the latest trends and collections we’re coveting this season

KNIT-IVITY PLAY You’ve got their winter adventures planned, we’ve got their wardrobes covered

GET YOUR COAT From the classic mac to the sleek pea coat, we’ve literally got you covered in the most stylish way possible

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URBANIST

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WAYS TO WEAR A snake print dress is an effortlessly chic option for evening dressing DRESS £85 678026 OVER THE KNEE BOOTS £75 669367

Cosy outerwear and textured knits will be your best friend come winter. A sophisticated palette of cream and nude will keep you looking polished

GILET £75 674128 CARDIGAN £70 677812

Why compromise comfort for style?

Tonal layering and elegant accessories tick both boxes

BIB £22 674635 NECKLACE £10 673808 BAG £40 675444 TROUSERS £40 677359

GILET £65 669749 BELT £25 673522 KNIT DRESS £38 677497 BAG £47 671656 SHOES £45 670618

THE DETAILS

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MODERN

ETHNIC 6

WAYS TO WEAR Shaggy faux furs and tough-girl leathers add an element of fun to your look EARRINGS £10 676219 FAUX FUR COAT £85 699757 TOP £35 677592 PU SKIRT £35 674417

Patterned knits, patchwork ponchos and statement fabrics are big news this season. Play around with styling for an eclectic mash-up BEADED CAPE £150 675129 TOP £30 675140

Layering is key; team chunky knitwear with contrasting sleek slim trousers

SKIRT £30 675012

PONCHO £70 674107 JEANS £55 674314 ANKLE BOOTS £90 676544

THE DETAILS BAG £40 674573

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THE LADY IS A

VAMP

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WAYS TO WEAR Victoriana frills, lace and faux fur are essential for after-dark appeal CAPE £75 €100 674192 TOP £32 677332 SHORTS £25 675995

Dramatic, decadent and seductive; this trend is made for midnight NECKLACE £40 675908 TOP £16 674480 SKIRT £28 677809

Dial up the drama; break up an all black look with hot pink accessories DRESS £65 677682 BAG £15 675621 SHOES £65 666263

THE DETAILS

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THE WEEKENDER

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WAYS TO WEAR Team fauxsuede and roll neck knits for a sartorial spin BOMBER £65 287406 ROLL NECK £22 290606 TROUSERS £45 288808 WATCH £28 287373

Plenty of smart, rustic outerwear in shades of grey and camel make this the perfect off-duty look JUMPER £40 287070 TROUSERS £40 288802

Shearling details and wool-blend trousers are your winter winners SHEARLING JACKET £85 288250 ROLL NECK £22 288313 TROUSERS £40 288377

THE DETAILS

CHELSEA BOOTS £60 288498

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MAIN PHOTOGRAPHS: NICK HADDOW| FASHION: ANDREW DAVIS| HAIR: LOK LAU @CLM| MAKE UP: TANIA GRIER| MODEL: SIMON VAN MEERVENNE@ PREMIER| SET: THOMAS PETHERICK @ CLM

NEW MILITARY

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WAYS TO WEAR A funnel neck jacket is your shortcut to smart MILITARY COAT £85 289675 ROLL NECK £22 288314 WATCH £28 287143

Take on the outdoors; pair seasonal shades of khaki and grey with practical cargo trousers.

Clean jeans and utilitarian jackets offer a smart take on functional dressing Functional outerwear and bold hued knitwear combine with dark wash denim for cool laid back style

SHIRT JACKET COMING SOON SHIRT £25 289481 TROUSERS £30 288372 BACKPACK £35 289187

SHIRT JACKET £40 290185 JUMPER £32 289386 WHITE TEE £10 288113 JEANS £60 287590 SHOES £60 289563 HOLDALL £100 289552

THE DETAILS

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SLEEPING BEAUTY Cosy up in nightwear so chic you’ll gladly sleep all day

SLEEPING MASK £6 671257 DRESSING GOWN £35 672317 PERFUME £12 656330 BAG £47 672812 RED GLOVES £25 670844 GREY GLOVES £25 671195 BLACK GLOVES £25 670843 FAUX FUR TIPPET £60 670916

HOT FUZZ Wrap up in this and you’ll be feeling warm and fuzzy from the inside out

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GIFT GUIDE

ONE TO WATCH

WATCH £40 675966 HAT £28 674647 BRACELET £10 678197 BRALET £14 675851 HEELS £70 670624

Opt for something special this year

For HER

From fun pom pom accessories to luxe nightwear, these will have her smiling on Christmas morning…

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JUMPER £40 287070

For HIM

Get a jumpstart on your holiday gifting with these smart and functional ideas that are set to please…

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GIFT GUIDE

CHECK MATE CARRIED AWAY

Do the smart thing and gift him this season’s must-have party shirt

We’ve got the perfect style for him in the bag

SCARF £15 289660 BAG £40 289434 LEATHER JACKET £150 288035 SHIRT £25 290206 GLOVES £25 289102 BROGUES £55 287271

LIFE AND SOLE Every man needs a pair of brogues, invest now wear all season long

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HAT £6 813334 GLOVES £12 814421 DRESS £18 814735 BLOUSE £12 814152 SHOES £15 814847 SCALLOP EDGED TOP £12 813905 FAUX FUR TIPPET £8 814028

0-5 yrs

COAT £25 408341 SHOES £25 408274 JUMPER £12 407963 JEANS £12 408029 SHIRT £12 408145

(GIRL) HAT £12 815440 GILET £30 814108 JUMPER £16 814470 LEGGINGS £8 812851 BOOTS £20 813141 (BOY) HAT £8 408756 SHIRT £12 407707 JACKET £35 407938 JEANS £12 407602 BOOTS £25 408070

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GIFT GUIDE BOY: PU JACKET £40 408040 SCARF £8 408113 TEE £10 408306 JEANS £15 407334 BOOTS £28 406852 GIRL: JUMPSUIT £28 814550 FAUX FUR STOLE £14 812621 BOOTS £22 812103

STOMPING GROUND Perfect for playtime, treat him to practical yet stylish footwear

COAT £45 407031 SCARF £8 408117 HAT £12 408063 TRAINERS £24 407857

For THEM

We’ve got jackets and jumpers and boots oh my!

An exclusive assortment of gifts to buy!...

BEAT THE CHILL Little ones can take on winter in style

COAT £45 813678 POM POM HAT £8 813865 BOOTS £25 813917 GOLD BAG £14 812707

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Forget traditional party dressing and cast a spell in styles that will see you through from dusk till dawn. The party starts now‌ PHOTOGRAPHS BY JAMES WHITE

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FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: SCARF £14 286896 NECK ZIP JUMPER £35 286981 BLAZER £110 288856 JEANS £60 287589 SHOES £50 289239 EARRINGS £4 657901 EMBELLISHED TOP £35 674100 CAMI TOP £38 673937 POM POM SCARF £20 674452 PYJAMA TROUSERS £17 672293 HEELS £50 662879 JUMPSUIT £55 679078 FAUX FUR STOLE £60 673518 NECKLACE £10 676280

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Sparkling metallics were made for midnight FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: LUREX DRESS £45 673393 FAUX FUR CHAIN BAG £28 673242 EARRINGS £10 676199 EARRINGS £12 676905 BARDOT SKATER DRESS £42 676446 BRACELET £6 675903

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Go for standout style with a faux fur coat FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: FAUX FUR COAT £120 289335 ROLL NECK £15 287605 TROUSERS £25 289437 BELT £12 270974 SHOES£50 289239 FAUX FUR COAT £95 674191 BLOUSE £38 678284 SKIRT £28 674147 GOLD PLATFORM HEELS £60 670628 SHEER BLOUSE £38 678284 SCALLOP HEM SKIRT £35 678361 EMBELLISHED PLATFORM HEELS £65 675233 EARRINGS £5 673485

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Luxe black and a muted floral says refined sophistication SHIRT £30 290661 BELT £12 270974 TROUSERS £30 288371

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Premium, timeless styles will ensure you’re the centre of attention FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: SLEEVELESS JACKET £55 676392 BRACELET £6 675903 JUMPSUIT £55 676328 SHOES £65 675233 BLAZER £125 289062 SHIRT £35290527 BELT £12 270974 TROUSERS £50 289063 SHOES £50 289239

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MAIN PHOTOGRAPHS: JAMES WHITE @ ONE REPRESENTS | STYLIST: JACK BORKETT @ MFA | HAIR: MARI OHASHI @ LGA | MAKE UP: LUCY BURT @ D+ V | SET DESIGN: ANDREA CELLERINO @ STREETERS | MODELS: JULES @ SELECT, PAULA MARCINA @ ELITE, ROSA @ SELECT

A splash of colour never goes astray for the festive season METALLIC DRESS £50 677559 NECKLACE £20 677198 BLAZER £110 264051 SHIRT £30 290792

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Make a statement with dramatically daring silhouettes FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: PU JACKET £65 289289 ROLL NECK£15 287871 SHIRT JACKET £35 288744 TROUSERS £35 289574 KIMONO £60 675970 BRALET £16 678319 PENCIL SKIRT £45 677854 TASSEL HEELS £65 674925 EARRINGS £18 676571 VELVET DRESS £85 678027 GOLD PLATFORM HEELS £60 670628

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Be

MOST WANTED

JEWELLED

Embellishment, jewel tones and lashings of gold will ensure all eyes are on you

EARRINGS £12 676906 OVER THE KNEE BOOT £120 674879 PINK HEEL £70 676047 EMBELLISHED BAG £40 676249 FAUX FUR TIPPET £35 672256

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CLUTCH BAG £25 676005 STRAPPY HEEL £80 675579 ANIMAL PRINT HEEL 674891 NECKLACE £28 678193

Show-

STOPPERS

Sky high heels and statement accessories are all you need to finish off your look C H R I S T M A S

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GET YOUR

COAT Tough weather calls for smart style. Get to know the coats you need for stylish winter dressing MAC ÂŁ90 288715

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MOST WANTED

Knits, shirts, scarves - whatever your preference remember more is more when it comes to layering

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: SHEARLING COAT £95 289286 SHIRT £32 288578 JEANS £40 278488 BOOTS £70 288439 PINSTRIPE WOOL BLEND COAT £95 289301 JUMPER £32 289352 TEE £10 288113 BACKPACK £35 289120 PEACOAT £90 287389 GRANDAD COLLAR SHIRT £28 287795 SCARF £15 288062 BORG COLLAR JACKET £80 289284 JUMPER £32 289351 SHIRT £25 288665 JEANS £60 287584

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RI STUDIO

INTRODUCING

MAIN PHOTOGRAPHS: KAI Z FENG @ EIGER AGENCY | FASHION: ANNE MARIE CURTIS @ LGA MANAGEMENT| HAIR: LOK LAU @ CLM | MAKE UP: NAOKO SCINTU @ ST LUKE|MODEL: ZUZANNA BIJOCH @ NEXT| SET: THOMAS PETHERICK @ CLM| NAIL TECHNICIAN: ADAM SLEE @ STREETERS

CAPE £90 673909

This timeless, premium collection is the ultimate in high street luxury

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DRESS £70 675875 HEELS £120 675695 TUX JACKET £100 674684 TUX TROUSERS £75 674680 BIKER BLOUSE £80 675715

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Lust. Want.

HAVE. Introducing RI Studio. Synonymous with sophistication and glamour, this premium capsule collection is curated by our in-house design team and focuses on must-have investment pieces your wardrobe shouldn’t be without.

RI STUDIO

The MAKING of the collection

CONCEPT AND COLOUR BUILDING KEY TREND DIRECTION, CREATING COLOUR PALETTES AND IDENTIFYING KEY SILHOUETTES

Our 20-piece collection is comprised of chic tailoring and separates.

Each piece has been elevated. From the biker silk blouse to the cashmere blend cape jumper, Studio has you covered from day to evening.

Less is more with our collection that epitomises modern classics; the key is simple sophistication with an edgy and

FABRIC/TRIM SELECTION

feminine twist. An effortlessly sleek colour

CREATING MOOD BOARDS WITH A SELECTION OF

palette including charcoals, black and

OF THE COLLECTION

FABRICS AND TRIMS TO REFLECT DIRECTION

oatmeal make it ideal for winter dressing.

“The collection was built around our passion for the ultimate classic wardrobe of timeless pieces. We’ve taken a fresh and modern approach to design focused on the elevation of fabrics.”

EMMA ROSSI, WOMENSWEAR DESIGN CONTROLLER

DESIGN AND TOILE SKETCHING OF KEY SHAPES AND SILHOUETTES

Eveningwear focuses on fitted dresses and

PRIOR TO ASSIGNING FINAL SKETCHES TO THE PATTERN ROOM

flared trousers, whilst outerwear is key with longer length coats and this season’s musthave capes.

Shop the collection online and in selected stores from now.

FITTING AND FINAL REVIEW SAMPLES ARE FITTED AND REVIEWED BEFORE BEING FINALISED

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LUREX DRESS £32 675929 BAG £75 675365

HOLIDAY M A N R E P E L L E R ’ S G U I D E TO

Stuck for inspiration this festive season? Leandra Medine gives us her alternative guide to dressing for the holidays

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PHOTOGRAPHS BY: KRISTA ANNA LEWIS

DRESSING

BLOGGER FEATURE

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: JACKET £65 679059 SKIRT £30 673871 ANKLE BOOTS £45 675187 ROLLNECK £26 675704 DENIM CULOTTES £40 671661 LACE UP BOOTS £90 675701 BODYSUIT £25 672579 POM POM SCARF £20 674452

man·re·pell·er1

[mahn-ree-peller] –noun

she who outfits herself in a sartorially offensive mode that may result in repelling members of the opposite sex.

Leandra Medine is a New York based fashion blogger and author whose unique style and witty take on the industry quickly led her to become a fashion favourite and internet hit.

Leandra can now boast an Instagram following of over 1 million and continues to manage one of the world’s most visited style blogs which she founded in 2010, Man Repeller.

If you’re stuck for party season inspiration, watch our latest video where Leandra shows us how to survive the holiday season, Man Repeller style. Sequin dresses may seem familiar, but have you tried teaming yours with a faux fur clutch and patent booties? This season’s roll neck knits are all the rage, Leandra shows us how to take the look up a notch by teaming casual knits with sky high strappy heels.

See all of Leandra’s looks and shop her outfits at riverisland.com now.

WATCH THE VIDEO AT YOUTUBE.COM/RIVERISLANDTV NOW AND SHOP THE LOOKS AT RIVERISLAND.COM

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STYLE STUDIO

RSVP IN STYLE

Our personal stylists show us how they’re doing festive dressing this year. Get ready to deck your wardrobes...

HAT £22 279930

LACE TOP £35 676412

BLAZER £110 288978

BRALET £16 674275

WAISTCOAT £40 288979

SHORTS £25 675995

SHIRT £25 286225

WATCH £30 675914

SCARF £14 288083

FAUX FUR COAT £85 669757

JEANS £30 274519

HEELS £75 667230

CHELSEA BOOTS £60 288498

BRACELET £8 672876

#RIStylistDanielle “To nail ‘party perfect’ I favour everyday simple shapes that can be easily elevated for night; this season’s vamp-chic Victoriana lace worn sheer, slinky dance-all-night side-slit shorts, faux-fur layers and a classic hot red lip all add up to the kind of effortless, but still totally statement, glamour I love.”

#RIStylistGiles “The key is to make an effort whilst keeping it cool. I like to keep things classic but with a rock n’ roll edge; when it comes to tailoring try swapping trousers with a pair of skinny jeans to give a smart casual feel.”

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S T Y L I S T

JACKET £40 676629

JACKET £120 671944

TOP £35 677391

TOP £20 673934

WATCH £30 664933

SKIRT £45 677854

SKIRT £35 674068

BAG £40 676017

BAG £28 673714

SHOES £75 674895

BOOTS £120 671151

EARRINGS £12 675868

#RIStylistAlice “Proving pencil skirts are not just for the office, this little number is nothing short of a showstopper! A slogan tee and my faithful biker jacket adds rock n’ roll credentials, while chandelier earrings and killer heels keep the overall look glam.”

#RIStylistNadyia “I associate Christmas with cosy, but never at the expense of glamour. A ribbed skirt is the ultimate in chic, paired with a blouse worn tucked in to accentuate the waist. Tall suede boots add texture and warmth, with the jacket adding the final layer of elegant yet stylish winter wear.”

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