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No two are alike ... the new limited edition knitwear are the result of a year-long project with sustainability at the heart. The new collection from Dawn & Dare is crafted from repurposing leftover yarns and turning them into one of a kind unique designs. Minimising waste and creating stand out handcrafted pieces. Ginza With a nod to 80's style this multicoloured crochet bolero jacket is from the Dawn & Dare limited edition collection. Bright and vibrant this crochet cardigan is perfect standout design for those looking to stand out this spring/summer. Each hand knitted with a unique blend of vivid colour,  taking 4-5 days to crochet.   Super cool with high-waisted jeans, white tee and sneakers. Arena Rainbow Arena hand knitted mohair cardigan is another from the new collection. Sumptuous in soft pastel colour fade. This authentic beautiful bubble pattern from Dawn & Dare offers extreme comfort and softness in the popular mohair blend. Hand knitted with love in Tuscany with each garment taking 2-3 days to complete by hand. Genova Essential part of the Dawn & Dare identity, this design can be found in many vibrant unique colour combinations. A popular multi-colored stripe design, with a classic crew neckline and long sleeves making it a fun piece and adds colour to your spring wardrobe. Fonda Want to stand out from the crowd? A distinct special design only just been added to the new collection with the unique loop finish detailing. Available in pastel colour combination at Stanwells, no two are the same if your looking for something different and unique to itself. This funky boho style gillet is cool especially with wide-leg jeans or over a long boho dress for relaxed summer style. Gigi A statement piece that effortlessly combines playful and wearabability. The Gigi sweater is luxurious, handknitted blend of solid and melange of colour to create a vibrant design. Offering both comfort and style with a relaxed fit and round neckline along with loose long sleeves. Shop all new Dawn & Dare Online at Stanwells. Free Online Shipping on Dawn & Dare Orders Over £100 UK Market Only. https://www.stanwells.com/dawn-and-dare-m196

New Pre Spring 25 Collection from Hayley Menzies. Metamorphosis. Are you ready for the new season? Inspired by the spirit of evolution, explore all new Hayley Menzies collection at Stanwells. Tibetan Tiger Cardigan Dalton Cotton Cardigan Dalton Bomber Jacket Hayley Menzies knitwear exudes a contemporary look with a classic bohemian twist, taking inspiration from the spirit of Portobello and infusing it into her designs with British eccentricity and a nod to vintage designs of old. " Our products are made to be treasured; each piece designed to be as unique and varied as the women who wear it. We are a contemporary luxury brand creating the vintage of the future." Hayley Menzies Hayley has travelled and lived in Asia, we often see her embody parts of her travels in her designs. A great example is the tiger, seen on her travels and known to be her favourite animal. In the new collection can be identified on Tibetan Tiger Cardigan and Lotus Tiger Tee's. Tibetan Tiger Cardigan Lotus Tiger Tee Acid Wash Grey Lotus Tiger Tee White Dalton A best loved print from past seasons but reimagined. Dalton Blue Cotton Jacquard Cardigan The Dalton cardigan brings distinct flower and heart design to it's signature statement knitwear. Denim blue and white design. Mid-Length Cardigan with knitted belt, fringed hem with edge to edge fringe trim detail. Made from 100% Cotton. Dalton Cotton Jacquard Red Bomber Jacket Reconstructed Dalton bandana print reborn in a bomber jacket. Ideal for the days that need a little extra. Perfect paired with denim. Cropped length bomber jacket. High ribbed collar and long cuffed sleeves with two front pockets. Made from 100% Cotton.  Dylan Bespoke in-house, vintage carpet inspired print. Dylan Black Print Maxi Shirtdress An instant impact dress. The shimmering lurex effect and vintage design make it a party statement piece. Carpet inspired print pattern maxi dress. Semi-sheer with long sleeves and concealed pockets. Made from 100% silk lurex. Dylan Black Cotton Jacquard Knitted Jacket Geometric shapes accompanied with native authenticity constructed into a cosy knit jacket. Perfect for layering with a dress or match with denim for a casual look. Pattern inspired by vintage carpets. Mid-length, boxy fit long sleeved jacket. Vegan leather fringing on front and back of jacket with popper fastening. Made from 100% Cotton. Free Online Shipping on Hayley Menzies Orders Over £100 for UK Market Only. https://www.stanwells.com

Introducing Holzweiler. The Norwegian fashion brand new to Stanwells autumn/winter 2024. Holzweiler Cass Monogram Half Zip Sweater Holzweiler Herringbone Coat Holzweiler Tine Light Grey Cardigan Based in Oslo, Holzweiler is a family run fashion house creating contemporary designs that encompass everyday style with ease and elegance. The brands story begins in 2012 when sibling's Susanne and Andreas Holzweiler created a successful range of beautifully crafted scarfs gaining worldwide attention. This was then followed soon after in 2014 with complete ready-to-wear lines and enrolling a creative director in Maria Skappel Holzweiler. The brand grabbed massive international attention when supermodel, Gigi Hadid was spotted wearing the orange hanger hoodie from Holzweiler 2017 collection. The Holzweiler collection is inspired by nature, art, articulture and works alongside creative icons to grow the brand across the globe. Holzweiler concentrates on using natural, renewable, biodegradable and raw materials so is definitely a brand to watch for the future. Attention to detail and the use of luxurious fabrics, Holzweiler creates the perfect contemporary women's wear for the modern woman. Holzweiler Besseggen Down Lilac Jacket Holzweiler Glitterned Down Jacket Stanwells are delighted to stock this brand's iconic waterproof down jacket collection for this Autumn and Winter. All Made with love from sustainable sourced materials. These soon to be distinguished jackets will be a must have for the cold weather wardrobe. Holzweiler knitwear is now a key part of it's collection. The Tine Cardigan is one of the brands beloved styles, featuring a zipped front, high neck and patch pockets. Its jacquard patterning is inspired by the Norwegian skyline. Free Online Shipping on Holzweiler Orders Over £100 for UK Market Only. www.stanwells.com

120% Lino is a hero label for Stanwells Boutiques, this luxury Italian design label has been adorning our rails for more than a decade. The reason why our customers love to buy 120% Lino year after year is because it is perfection personified - easy to wear with a beautiful cut and exquisite stitching detail, each piece simply falls into place and feels wonderful on. The Bolognian designer behind the label, Alberto Peretto, sought his inspiration from a crumpled linen jacket on a rail at Camden Market, he took his dreams back to Italy and so the label was born. With sustainability such a hot topic these days and linen one of the oldest natural fabrics in the world – over a thousand years old, it is easy to understand why 120% Lino continues to evoke timeless elegance, transporting us effortlessly from one season to next. With a natural colour pallet and soft organic feel of the fabric the very essence of each piece is apparel perfection. Cool, effortless chic, easy to wear, lightweight, breathable and bang on trend, 120% Lino has our style stakes nailed and this is why we salute each season with the arrival of our hero label.

Having spent the last few months at home, we’re sure you’re now all experts at tidying, sorting, cleaning and baking! Here at Stanwells we know how difficult it is to overhaul your wardrobe and perhaps even your personal style, but we also know how rewarding it is to streamline your wardrobe with a few key investments. We’ve rounded up our 5 staple pieces that your wardrobe should revolve around, to make day-today dressing a breeze... The smart-casual dress Seeing as we’re approaching Summer, it feels appropriate that we kick things off with a dress. Investing in a flattering shape, luxurious fabric and timeless colours or patterns will ensure you never get tired of wearing it. Midi dresses are perfect for transitioning from a relaxed daytime look paired with some Golden Goose sneakers and Taylor Morris sunglasses, to a chic evening outfit worn with heels and a Jerome Dreyfuss bag. They are flattering on more or less any figure and look good no matter what your height, as long as it skims your calf at it’s thinner point. Whether you’re in need of a wedding guest look, a throw on sun dress or an evening outfit, the midi dress is the perfect solution to all your wardrobe needs. Here are our favourites of the season so far: Hayley Menzies Eden Midi Dress in Yellow Baum & Pferdgarten Axelle Dress in Cream & Black Boomerang Essentiel Antwerp Vayen Dress in Black Floral with Dots The throw on blazer Perfect for year-round wear, a blazer should be your best friend when it comes to seasonal styling. Whether you throw it on with jeans and a tee or smarten it up with wide leg trousers and heels, the blazer is an essential piece in every fashionista's wardrobe. This season we’re loving the oversized look, with Isabel Marant and Essentiel Antwerp playing on masculine tailoring within their collections. Think large shoulders and boxy silhouettes from the 80's mixed seamlessly with the chic prints and patterns of today. We couldn’t live without one of these 3 styles… Essentiel Antwerp Voise Floral Print Check Jacket Vince Drapey Boyfriend Blazer in Sun Creme Essentiel Antwerp Vaneyck Jacket in Grey Plaid The relaxed jean Denim will never go out of style and this season we’re loving the relaxed, easy to wear silhouette. This new classic tends to be high waisted with a straight leg cut, that lengthens the leg and looks effortlessly cool paired with your throw on blazer and some sneakers. Look no further than Boyish for a selection of laid-back styles perfect for everyday wear. Crafted from recycled cotton, in a slightly more rigid denim than we’re used to, these jeans hark back to the balloon leg from the 80's. Here are our top picks that we know you’ll love… Boyish The Tommy Jeans in The Hustler Boyish The Toby Jeans in Rear Window Boyish The Mikey Jeans in Two For The Road The Classic Shirt A true wardrobe staple whatever the season, a crisp shirt can elevate your look to a whole new level. Whether you’re a fan of timeless white cotton, sumptuously soft silk or lightweight linen, we’ve got you covered with our selection of designer tops. We love a loose, flowing linen shirt paired with jeans for easy everyday style. If you’re looking to make a statement why not add a bold print to your wardrobe with an Essentiel Antwerp shirt in a cool oversized fit. We’ve rounded up our favourites for you… Essentiel Antwerp Viral Navy Polka Dot Shirt Velvet by Graham & Spencer Ramona Shirt in White 120% Lino Long Sleeve Shirt with Embellishment in Avio Blue The go-anywhere trainer Perhaps the most essential item of all, trainers are the finishing touch to almost all of our favourite looks this season. Whether you’re sporting a summer dress or a chic trouser suit, trainers add a touch of cool-girl style that you can’t get from any other shoe. Unsure which style to go for?... We love a hi-top style on long legs paired with an ankle skimming skirt and a simple tee, or for the more petite lady try some chunky sole sneakers with a sun dress or jeans. Our top picks of the season so far are… Golden Goose Running Sole Sneaker Ash Cult Trainers in White/Ariel Golden Goose Slide Sneakers in Silver Glitter

The Essentiel Antwerp success story is unique in Belgium. The Antwerp-based brand is influenced by the numerous life experiences of its founders Esfan Eghtessadi and Inge Onsea. Inge had a vintage loving mother, was a fashion model and spent five years in India, where she fell in love with colours, prints, and unexpected combinations.In 1999 Esfan and Inge took a chance and launched a T-shirt collection. Four styles, twenty different colours: their response to the monochrome fashion landscape. After a year, the first store opened in Antwerp. Four seasons later, knitwear, jackets, dresses, shirts, and trousers in trendy colours, new materials, and an entire range of accessories were added. Essentiel Antwerp stands for refreshing, offbeat & luxurious fashion, renowned for its graphic or floral prints and trendy mixes of colour.As a brand Essentiel Antwerp shares a powerful message of love of fashion, fun, and colourful surprises. The Stanwells buying team have hand-picked a vibrant selection of Essential for this introductory season, teaming 80's inspired over sized checked jackets with funky tiered skirts in hot pink. Fun polka dot dresses and skirts to wear everyday with cool white trainers or for a wedding with chic heels and a hat. Team bold printed wrap skirts with an easy to wear v-neck sweater for cool daytime style...

Summer is calling and we know how difficult it is to find the perfect holiday wardrobe that's as versatile as it is stylish, that's why we're here to help. We have curated a simple day-to-day style guide with all the fabulous designer clothes and accessories from our latest SS19 collections for you to browse and shop. Whether you like to spend your holiday at the beach, in the city or at the bar we have a whole range of looks that can be mixed and matched with your existing wardrobe staples to get the most out of each outfit. Take a look below for our top 4 summer looks, curated by our stylist especially for you...                                                   New to Stanwells for SS19, Innika Choo's stunning hand smocked dresses and tops are the answer to all your holiday wardrobe needs. Wear this cream & blue embroidered sundress with some Sam Edelman Bay Slides, a Sundry Straw Basket and some Taylor Morris Rollright Sunglasses for effortlessly cool beach style or dress it up with some metallic sandals and a clutch bag in the evening.                                               If the beach isn't your thing, Cecilie Copenhgen has got you covered with this neon pink coordinating set that's perfect for strolling through the city in the heat. This top and shorts combo ticks all the boxes when it comes to SS19 style with it's neon tone, high waist fit and funky woven pattern. Pair it with some Taylor Morris H.F.S Sunglasses and a pair of super comfortable Sam Edelman Gigi Sandals as pictured, or mix and match the shorts with a plain white tee and some sneakers if you fancy a more simple look.                                               No holiday would be complete without a cocktail or two, so a chic evening look is essential. Stine Goya's Reflection Dress is not only stunning but also lightweight thanks to its luxurious 100% silk composition. Styled with a wrap front and a cinched waist, this dress is flattering, funky and easy to pack. We will be wearing ours with some Ash Kate Sandals and a Jerome Dreyfuss Clic Clac Clutch this Summer and spritzing some Nasomatto Baraonda perfume as the finishing touch.                                             There's no better time to get out on the water than on holiday and you'll be needing an outfit that's as practical as it is stylish. Throw on this funky striped 120% Lino Top with some AG Jeans Nikki Shorts over your bikini to cover up at sea. Pair with some Crime London Sonic Trainers and a Helen Kaminski Visor when going ashore to explore the local area. Now that we've given you some outfit inspiration, see our top tips for packing the perfect holiday wardrobe: Pack light - remember you can mix and match a lot of your clothes to get the most out of them and including some basics such as white tees and pretty camis will help achieve this. Invest in some all-round heels that will go with anything you put on. A classic colour such as black, ivory or navy with a small heel would be the perfect choice. Change your look up with a sun hat - Helen Kaminski's hats and visors are perfect for packing as they roll up small and have factor 50 sun protection. Roll your clothes when packing - if you're packing delicate fabrics such as silk or linen they will not only stay less creased but also take up less room in your suitcase if you neatly roll them instead of folding. If you're tight for space then pack a range of accessories that will give your looks a different twist - a few pairs of sunglasses, a couple of belts and a hat will take up a lot less room than picking a different outfit for every day. Don't be afraid of colour! Once you've got a sunkissed look going on, colour is your best friend so shop with that in mind. Vibrant tones may look harsh now, but by the second day of sunshine they will only enhance your glow.

Everyone needs a good pair of sunglasses that are both on trend and most importantly comfortable, that's where Taylor Morris' range of luxurious sunnies come in to play. With styles inspired by classic sunglasses shapes in a stunning range of handmade acetate finishes, you'll be sure to find something you love within our selection of Taylor Morris accessories. Here's a run down of our favourite three styles and their quirky design features to help you decide which are your favourites: The Zero One of the brand's original styles, the Zero is reminiscent of John Lennon's iconic round sunglasses whilst also maintaining a modern look thanks to the funky reflective lenses and larger shape. According to the Taylor Morris founders, Hugo and Charlie, when creating the Zero their 'intention was a frame which could be worn 30 years ago, worn today, and worn in 30 years time.' Here at Stanwells the Zero is one of our all time favourites as it suits such a wide range of face shapes and the colour combinations range from chic matte black to quirky metallic lenses, so there really is something for everyone. We will be wearing ours with a quirky Stine Goya dress and some Golden Goose sneakers this season - how would you style yours?   The Rollright Another design classic, the Rollright is instantly recognisable thanks to its double brow bar and metal skeleton arms. Styled in a range of funky colourways, these sunnies suit almost any face shape and will be the perfect finishing touch to any outfit. These Matte Havana glasses are one of our all time favourites thanks to their chic gunmetal detailing and smoked grey lenses. Why not take a look at our selection of designer dresses to see what you would pair your Rollrights with? The H.F.S Designed and made in collaboration with British car manufacturer Morgan Motor Company, the H.F.S are a celebration of British talent and craftsmanship. These all-black glasses with gunmetal detailing are effortlessly cool thanks to their metal and leather bridge, we will be wearing ours with some wide leg jeans and sneakers around town or with a midi dress and sandals for chic occasion style.

If you’re up to date with the latest Stanwells news, you’ll know that our Westbourne store has had a makeover and is looking better than ever. Now complete with a vibrant pink velvet sofa and a fresh lick of paint, we decided to fill it with new brands for SS19. Whether you’re a true fashionista or just in need of a wardrobe makeover, we’ve got a plethora of new brands and collections to choose from. Here’s a quick low-down of all the key designers you need to know this coming season and a little sneak preview of the stand-out pieces you’re guaranteed to love… Baum & Pferdgarten Formed in Copenhagen in 1999 by creative director duo Rikke Baumgarten and Helle Hestehave, the Danish fashion house Baum und Pferdgarten has become internationally recognised for its creative, coveted collections. With a knack for combining beautiful mixes of materials and bold prints and colours, a Baum und Pferdgarten dress is a must for forward-thinking, fashionable women who enjoy clothing that is as versatile as it is fun and expressive. Styled in one of this seasons hottest colour combinations, blue & yellow, the ‘golden blue check’ pieces are a must-have for any trend led fashionista. Golden Goose Deluxe Brand Founded in 2000, Golden Goose footwear is the collaboration of two Venetian designers, Francesca Rinaldo and Alessandro Gallo. Merged together, their creative talents have produced a whole host of innovative, artisanal products which feature in the brand’s flagship stores in New York, London, Paris, Milan and Tokyo to name but a few. You can expect to see the brand’s highly coveted sneakers among our collection as well as a selection of edgy trousers, tops and dresses. Look out for the Superstar sneakers in silver glitter as well as the shocking highlighter pink Slide hi-tops. Innika Choo Bali based designer Innika Choo has been passionate about clothes from a young age, creating and adapting her own garments since she was 12. What originally started as a few key pieces to showcase on her personal Instagram account has now evolved into a stunning collection of hand-smocked tops and dresses coveted by fashion editors across the globe. Styled in easy to wear smock shapes that are perfect for warm weather, this collection is what boho dreams are made of. If you’re new to bohemian style, dip your toes in the water with the Oliver Daily smock top that looks fabulous paired with anything from jeans to wide leg trousers. Nannacay Nannacay when translated means “brotherhood of women”, a fitting title for this forward-thinking, feminine accessories brand. Employing traditional craftsmanship and skills learnt during a trip to the Massai tribe in Africa, designer Marcia Kemp takes inspiration from both her own continent of South America and Africa itself to create her Nannacay bags, bold and colourful in design as well as socially rewarding, thanks to the ‘Creative Hands Transforming Lives’ fashion project. Browse here at Stanwells for a range of funky pom pom bags that celebrate a rich cultural history, tribal roots and eye-catching, colour-filled designs and shapes. Well, that’s enough excitement for this week. Stay tuned for part 2 of our ‘New Brands’ summary coming next week; with collections from Stine Goya, Nanushka and Veronica Beard to name a few.