I remember seeing the Alexander McQueen clutches in the New York Meatpacking flagship for the first time, real pieces of art with skulls, knuckle rings and chrystals. No doubt the H&M tiger doesn’t even compare, but hey, it’s as close as we can get to the real deal. With that in mind it’s a perfect rock ‘n roll clutch for the coming Holiday season, just make sure to ditch that ugly metal strap asap. Lee, we all miss you…

Alexander McQueen Boutique, 419 West 14th St New York, Meatpacking

Nen Xavier already did have a store with (mostly) Swedish womens- and menswear such as Acne, Camilla Norrback, Cheap Monday and Hope, those labels moved to another adress around the corner. All but one, because the “old” store was transformed to become “the first Hope brand store outside of Scandi”. In my hometown, wihooo, I’m so proud, good job Nen!

Nen Xavier, Van Oldenbarneveltstraat 121c, Rotterdam
Hope by Nen Xavier, Eendrachtsweg 55, Rotterdam

You probably stocked your closet with burgundy already, but leave some room for something orange too. Those warm Autumn leaf colours are beautiful with camels, browns and greys, even burgundy red if you’re in the mood for some colour blocking. Allow yourself one piece before we are seriously start thinking about Holiday dresses.

Image borrowed from Musthaves

H&M released images from their Versace campaign with Dutch model Daphne Groeneveld pictured like a young Donatella. Late Gianni’s collections are not exactly known for being minimal, so expect a colourful clashing of flowers, leopards and lotsa bling. The collection will hit the stores November 17.