This Week's Style Icon Is......Jane Birkin

You know you're a Style Icon when a bag is named after you. Jane Birkin is an English model and actress. In 1984, Herme's chief executive Jean-Louis Dumas created a black leather bag for her and called it The Birkin Bag, cementing Jane Birkin's reputation as a leading fashion figure.

Jane Birkin

Get The Look

Carefree, Bohemian, Parisian Chic

Hilfiger Denim striped vest

Alice McCall crochet dress

NW3 colour block Jumper

French Connection dress

Asos shorts

The Birkin Bag

A Queen Before Her Time

Anne Boleyn is my favourite historical figure. Intelligent and Independent at a time where Men dominated all aspects of society and Women were expected to be seen and not heard. She has been portrayed in many films by actresses including Natalie Dormer, Natalie Portman and Genevieve Bujold.

Anne Boleyn

Genevieve Bujold in "Anne of the Thousand Days"



Natalie Dormer in "The Tudors"



Natalie Portman in "The Other Boleyn Girl"



Signature Look

The look is very unique and of its time. Anne Boleyn is remembered for wearing the distinct pearl "B" pendant, statement decorative head pieces and exquisitely embellished  bodices and full skirts to enhance her femininity and appeal.

Looking through the Autumn/Winter 2012 collections, there are many aspects of the Tudor style that is evident; from the use of luxurious fabrics, like Velvet, lace and Silk, embellishment and embroidery used to decorate , jewel tones of ruby, topaz and emerald, the addition of pearls to accessories and jewellery and the Baroque trend that takes inspiration from this period of time and gives it a edgy Rock and Roll feel. 

Inspired pieces
Warehouse Pendant Necklace

        
   
                                                 Topshop


                                                                            Catherine Deane

                                                                                    Lanvin
(Pictures-fanpop, listal.com)