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June 29th, 2011 — 5:56pm
Archive for June 2011
Nail Tutorial – The Lesley
June 28th, 2011 — 5:58pm
Hellooo! It’s Emma here again, for nail tutorial numero deux.
This time I’m going to show you some nail art inspired by the detail on the back of the buff stuff limited edition Teal and Hot Pink Lesley dress.
- The first stage was a gold base coat. I chose gold to sort of imitate a skin colour.
- The second stage was to use a blue nail art pen to draw on two thick vertical stripes down the sides of each nail.
- Next, use an orange nail art pen to draw the thin horizontal stripes over the bottom section of the nail.
- Finally, finish off with a top coat. Now all you need is a Lesley dress to go with your Lesley nails!
For more of my designs have a gander at my blog www.boomnails.co.uk
Til next time.. x
Rocking Motel: Queen Michelle does Florals
June 24th, 2011 — 5:52pm
We are big believers in a good floral print in Motel HQ – well we did build a business on it. So we were very pleased to see one of our favourite bloggers, Queen Michelle of Kingdom of Style going in strong with the florals. She teamed our Wallflower Print shirt (which so happens to be on sale right now!) with a floral blazer and clashing print jeans. Queen Michelle we salute you!
Glastonbury Style
June 23rd, 2011 — 7:35pm
In case you’ve been hiding under a rock for the past week, this weekend is Glastonbury Festival, the yearly mecca of music, tents and mud. This year sees Motel favourite Beyonce headline, along with err…U2. We decided to post some of our favourite looks from Glastonbury’s gone by. Our top tips is packing some killer dresses or playsuits, statement sunglasses and some shorts (in case it gets sunny) – team with some durable wellies and a sense of humour (in case the rain continues).
Geri rocks Motel…
June 22nd, 2011 — 7:40pm
We have a bit of a soft spot for the Spice Girls at Motel HQ – more than one of us used to religiously do the girl power dance in front of the mirror, and they championed our fave footwear choice, the platform. So we were pretty amazed to see Ginger Spice aka Geri Halliwell splashed across the papers this morning wearing our Gina Dress in Mauve. She looks hot! Go girl power…
Tumblr Love!
June 22nd, 2011 — 7:33pm
Competition: Win Motel Rocks Clothing plus a Lomography Diana Camera!
June 21st, 2011 — 5:45pm
Competition Time!
We’ve teamed up with the wonderful creative folk at Lomography UK to give away their most sought after cameras – The Diana Mini En Rose. The camera is a pink Lomography camera which uses real film and creates dreamy multi coloured photos – perfect for capturing your summer in style! Winners will receive a full kit with lenses, flash and manual. We have three to give away and each person will also get an amazing £100 to spend on Motel Rocks. Look stylish and get your style on film!
To enter simply fill out your details on the competition page.
Motel Rocks Swimwear is here!
June 17th, 2011 — 5:59pm
It’s finally here! Our debut swimwear line launches today on Motelrocks.com. Comprising of two patterns – a sexy ‘Summer Leopard’ print for those who like to stand out on the beach, and a romantic floral ‘Peach Wallflower’ print for the English Roses out there.
The line comes in mix ‘n’ match bikini separates – including string tie triangle shapes to high waisted briefs and also two swimsuit one pieces – so is great for all body types. Every purchase comes with one of our coveted I Love Motel Tote bags until stocks last – so grab one quick!
Holiday Time!
June 16th, 2011 — 6:29pm
Our swimwear is due to launch TOMORROW! Woohoo! We’re very excited at this first for Motel – so we’ve been dreaming of beach holidays, waterfights and pool parties. See some of our dreamy inspiration and keep your eyes on the site tomorrow to snap up some of our hot new bikinis and swimsuits!
Style Spotting at Isle of Wight Festival
June 15th, 2011 — 6:42pm
We sent Fashion Blogger Charlene Strutt down to last weekend’s Isle of Wight Festival to take style photos – this is her pick of the weekend looks. Big trends were brightly coloured hair, jumpsuits and floral prints. We love!
Snap Shot City Guide – Bristol!
June 15th, 2011 — 5:11pm
Here is another city guide from our Student Ambassador Katie studying at The University of Bristol! She has created a snapshop guide to the stylish city…
“A city built upon chocolate and cigarettes is now thriving with style. Bristol is that rare place where every taste is catered for, and everything is in walking distance. There’s the eccentric boutiques of Clifton, Jack Wills on the Triangle, the vintage of Park Street (mixed in with upscale high stores such as Reiss and, of course, Motel itself) plus all the staple stores in Cabot Circus. So with so much choice, where to go?
For vintage…
Heartfelt, 32 Alma Vale Road, Clifton.
Don’t be put off by the living room atmosphere, this is a gem of a boutique. Vintage Chanel pumps have been spotted here and not only do they run a micro cafe in the shop but provide services from repainting furniture to hosting Children’s craft parties.
Oxfam Boutique, 77 Park Steet.
This is no ordinary charity shop! Oxfam have lovingly put together a collection of vintage and stylish high street pieces, mixed in with beautiful fair trade jewellery. Granted, it’s unlikely you’ll dig out any Ozzie Clarke but Ted Baker, Hobbs and Karen Millen crop up amongst the racks. The design is beautiful and avoids any depressing shelves of VHS or tape decks.
Gimme Shelter! The Lanes, 22 Nelson Street
Gimme Shelter is a boutique within a retro bowling alley: double the vintage! Open Tuesday – Saturday all year round, the magic moment comes on the second Sunday of each month when over twenty vintage traders set up stall selling quality vintage and vinyl (plus some delicious pizza).
Eating and chilling…
Magic Roll, 3 Queens Row, Triangle South.
The best fast food in Clifton, Magic Roll’s exceptional wrap recipes have become somewhat of a cult around Bristol University. Fresh, nutritious, fun.
Mr Wolf’s, 33 St. Stephens Street.
For such a small venue, this place has held some talented names. Head down any night of the week for generously sized cocktails, cheap noodles and live music that can range from flamenco to reggae.
No. 1 Harbourside, 1 Canons Road.
This is the cafe-come-bar that encompasses everything the phrase ‘chilled-out’ could mean. Friendly bar staff and a waterfront location, combined with rustic decor and the occasional jazz band on an evening: perfect after a lecture-heavy day.
And Bristol’s kept secret…
Hyde & Co., 2 The Basement Berkeley Crescent.
One word: Speakeasy. Knock on the door and see what you find. Don’t tell them I sent you.”
New New New!
June 13th, 2011 — 6:21pm
We have a huge amount of new killer clothes to cheer up these grey days we’ve been having. Floral dresses, leopard prints and super cute stripes. Go get them before they go!
