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Meet the contributors seeking out the latest trends, celebrity style and inside gossip from the world of fashion..
Jackie Dixon
Title
Photographer, Stylist & Founder of ShowMeYourWardrobe.com
Lives
London
CV
Previously I have been Fashion Assistant at Vogue, Fashion Editor at Elle & Contributing Fashion Editor at In Style. Now I am completely freelance, dividing my time between looking after ShowMeYourWardrobe.com (for which I take all the pictures) and styling. But my photography is what is really exciting me at the moment.
Why I love Oli.co.uk
Because it combines value for money with good on-trend pieces, and the typeface is pink.
Fave celeb moment
Getting a hand-written note (in gold) from Donatella Versace thanking me for putting Jennifer Lopez in Versace for the cover of ELLE.
www.showmeyourwardrobe.blogspot.com
Vicki Snow
Title
Managing Director of Snow PR.
Lives
London.
CV
After working for top London PR agencies for 12 years covering high fashion and celebrity campaigns, I now have my own PR company and was recently included in the Independent poll for the Top 100 Most Influential People in Online Fashion.
Why I love Oli.co.uk
I love Oli because it offers something a little bit different. The brands and styles on the site are ones you wouldn’t necessarily see elsewhere. I particularly like the lesser known boutique brands like Gestuz and Numph
Fave celeb moment
I was in LA in April at the Chateau Marmont bar to meet Kimberly Stewart. Across the bar I spotted Cameron Diaz who looked amazing in a black tuxedo jacket and trouser, laughing completely unselfconsciously (as you would expect her to). She was with Drew Barrymore who was wearing a floor length white dress. That was pretty cool!
Must-have seasonal buy
Over the knee and thigh high boots for sure.
Paula Thompson
Title
Branded Buyer for Oli.co.uk
Lives
Leeds
What’s new for AW09?
There are always new trends to follow, but in addition to bringing you the hottest looks this season we’re scouring the UK and abroad (in frankly outrageously high heels) to find fabulous new brands to help you stand out from the crowd. Check out our AW09 Trends overview for the low-down on all the latest looks this season and how to wear them.
My must have purchase
Dune riding boot in chocolate brown, £140. It’s an investment boot – as it’s a classic shape it will work with any outfit so just think about your cost per wear!
My fave brand
Saint Tropez is a firm favourite of mine (I love Danish brands!). The range features simple, sophisticated lines in gorgeous fabrics that will make you feel wonderful with every wear.
Leon Bailey-Green
Title
Brainchild of the The Online Fashion Agency, a website dedicated to fashion offering online shopping tips.
CV
Consultant to fashion retailers, Drapers E-tail Awards judge and founder of the Online Fashion 100 (a list of online fashion retail’s most inspirational, interesting and influential people).
Lives
London.
Why I love Oli.co.uk
Oli offers a huge amount of choice and the Look Book (where you can save items) makes shopping easier. The price barometer is great, allowing users to shop by budget.
What’s ahead in AW09?
I’ve loads of exciting projects at the moment, but I’m really looking to working with Oli this season. I’ll be interviewing the UK’s most influential bloggers to find out what they’re coveting and their top Oli picks.
www.theonlinefashionagency.com
Gemma Critchley
Area I work in…
e-Commerce at Oli.co.uk. I looking after the campaigns and promotions on Oli.co.uk as well as managing the editorial content.
What I do…
All kind of things! There’s never a dull moment. I make sure the Oli.co.uk site is bang up to date with our latest lines and that it features all the latest trends, fashion gossip and celeb style. I also look after Style Notes and our Facebook and Twitter accounts. I work closely with our Buyers, Graphic Designers and Marketing team to make the site look as fabulous as the clothes do! There’s always a fab buzz in the office and being surrounded by piles of shoes and racks of clothes all day is always a bonus…
Lives
I’m househunting at the mo but I’m definitely a northerner at heart!
My style
I love vintagey, retro looks and I’m pretty much always wearing a dress. I love really girlie styles or cute prints and I’m huge on accessories – at the moment I’m loving pearls. I’d say my style icons are people like Kate Nash, Lily Allen, Paloma Faith and Zooey Deschanel – girlie, quirky and fashion-conscious, without being fashion victims. I don’t really have a work wardrobe and a going out wardrobe – I think every day should be a special occasion and if you want to wear a party dress to the office, then so be it!
Fave Oli item
I love the massive collection of dresses we have at Oli.co.uk. This season’s floral trend is really easy to pull off and some of our dresses are perfect for it. I’m also branching out into the exciting world of playsuits! My favourite labels on Oli.co.uk at the moment are Closet and AX Paris – so affordable and really great takes on the latest trends.
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Theverysimong
Title
Freelance journalist and fashion blogger – http://www.theverysimong.com
Lives
London
CV
Previously I’ve worked at the fabulous Sunday Times Style magazine and a brief stint at Heat mag. Now most of my writing and styling is online through my own blog or various other websites.
Why I love Oli.co.uk
All the collections are fashion forward at high street prices – something for everyone and every occasion! My favourite ‘high street’ e-tailer.
Fave celeb moment
Meeting Liza Minnelli and Shirley Bassey all on the same night. Shirley loved my hair!
