it's beauty bitch: November 2014

Its Beauty Bitch LOVES LOLA...

I wanted to introduce you to someone that has inspired me on a personal level for many years. I decided to look at my friend and talented fashion designer Debbie. She has really put her stamp on the Liverpool fashion scene with her own label Lola Loves. Her success is now spreading further across the UK, landing deals with Topshop and Selfridges, so I wanted to get some ideas of what's hot right now in the fashion world from one of the up and coming leaders.

A/W 2012 ad campaign

From humble beginnings my friend and passionate artiste has began to make her mark on the fashion world. Debbie -aka- Lola Loves, began her journey selling home-made garments on the weekend Gracie markets in Liverpool. From this tiny stall she began selling items in small boutiques in and around Merseyside. It took some time, but Debbie's skills, expertise and creativity were finally noticed and she was given the opportunity to create her own store. She opened her first store in Liverpool back in 2008 and has grown from strength to strength ever since. Lola Loves unprecedented success is definitely paramount in her securing deals with two of the countries major retailers Topshop and Selfridges.

Lola Loves Boutique - Cavern Walks Liverpool

Lola loves is a shining embodiment of sheer determination. Pulling through the recession Debbie is now heading to the top of the fashion ladder and I couldn't be prouder. I have worked with Debbie many times over the years and I wanted to begin my blog by gaining expert knowledge from a leader in the field. With Lola Loves growing every day, watch this space...

Lola Loves A/W 2014/15 at Selfridges

Lola Loves S/S 2014 at Topshop

Lola Loves A/W 2014/15 at Topshop

The brains behind Lola Loves, bares all...

Debbie enjoying the bustle at a Liverpool fashion show 2009

Debbie thrives herself on taking inspiration from all aspects of life. The idea behind her brand was to take inspiration from high-end designers such as Dolce and Gabbana, Christopher Kane and Prada, just to name a few. She wanted to give her take on design and make it affordable for everyone, but still create a bespoke service. With Lola Loves Boutique you have the opportunity to buy straight from the rails or customise one of the designs with colour, size, material etc. It really gives people that individual feel and you know that theres only going to be you wearing that dress, which is definitely every girls potential nightmare! Debbie's success has catapulted her to celebrity status and she now sends dresses to many celebrities for events. Below are just a few of the big names in the entertainment business who just love a bit of Lola...

Debbie (4th from the left) enjoys the success of the Garlands main fashion show at Liverpool fashion week 2009

Alesha Dixon - Britains Got Talent Semi-finals

Caroline Flack - Xtra Factor on ITV2

Sam Faiers wearing a sexy Lola Loves number

Amy Childs attending a Charity event looking fabulous and definitely loved by Lola

I wanted to get to know what makes the brains behind Lola Loves tick, where does she get all this energy and inspiration to make these fabulous pieces...

Kieran: What inspires you on a daily basis?

Debbie: I suppose i'm inspired by most things really. I've always been interested in fashion and art and I love a good rock band especially Kings of Leon, nothing better than a bit of head banging in some dirty concert (she says laughing). I guess i'm always looking for new ideas from all walks of life. I wanted to make my dresses affordable but still high fashion so I take a lot of inspiration from the catwalk.

K: What celebrities do you think get it right?

D: I have always loved Gwen Stefani and her effortless chic. She always looks great, even when she's going to the shop for a pint of milk. I love Fearne Cotton i think she has a great look.

K: What made you get into fashion?

D: I've aways loved drawing and dressing up and my mum bought me a sewing machine on my sixth birthday. I guess it's just gone from there really.

K: What are your fashion must haves?

D: I love my black vintage Chanel clutch bag, I bought it on ebay a few years ago for £400, its timeless and classic and just adds an element of classiness to any outfit. I'm a fan of heels you can never have enough height on a night out, Christopher Kane has some good heels and I love Kurt Geiger.

K: What are you 3 best beauty products?

D: I love Chanel powder it makes my skin look flawless and hides a multitude of sins (she laughs again), Bobbi Brown concealer is great in the morning and I love my Blacktrack eyeliner from M.A.C

Shooting & Backstage at Lola Loves Liverpool........

I have been friends with Debbie for many years and she always asks me to help out when it works for both of us. I have styled hair and helped with make-up on many of her advertising campaigns and fashion shows so I just wanted to share a few of my favourites.