Diamonds in the Sky...

Style Palace recently attended the "Diamonds in the Sky" event hosted by Diploma, at their riverside Penthouse in Perth.

Guests enjoyed champagne on arrival and were encouraged to sample wines from the Berry Farm and enjoy the stunning views of the Perth skyline...

The Style Palace Princesses spent their afternoon styling our expressionless mannequins (Claudia was left in the Palace)... Here are a few pictures of how the Princesses made the mannequins sparkle and come to life...

Little Black Dress withstands the test of time

Fashion trends don’t just change every year, they change every season, but in an industry that is all about ‘what’s new’ it is great to know there are some wardrobes classics that withstand the test of time.

UK company Lovefilm recently conducted a survey to find the greatest female screen outfit of all time and Audrey Hepburn’s simple black dress worn in the opening scenes of the popular 1961 film, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, came in at number one. The dress was worn with pearls and long black gloves and although it was designed by Givenchy almost fifty years ago, it is still recognised throughout the world as a timeless classic and epitomises elegance for style conscious women everywhere.

It beat Jacqueline Durran’s green dress worn by Kiera Knightley in Atonement which came in at number two, as well as many other iconic screen outfits including Marilyn Monroe’s famous white dress in ‘The Seven Year Itch’, the yellow dress worn by Kate Hudson in ‘How to lose a guy in 10 days’ and the stunning wedding dress designed by Vivienne Westwood and worn by Sarah Jessica Parker in her role as Carrie Bradshaw in Sex and the City (The Movie).

Lovefilm editor, Helen Cowley, said ‘Audrey Hepburn has truly made that little back dress a fashion staple which has stood the test of time, despite competition from the most stylish females around.’

Darlene Gianoli, founder and director of Style Palace, acknowledges the little black dress will always be a wardrobe favourite, regardless of a woman’s age or style preferences.

‘There are so many variations of the little black dress but it will never go out of fashion because it can be worn by women of all ages and sizes and there is always the perfect little black dress to be found for any event,’ said Darlene.

‘Style Palace has stocked so many fabulous little black dresses over the past couple of years. The Bon Bon Dress by bec & bridge was playful and fun, the Prom Night Dress by Tali Roth is sexy, and the Ruffle Long Sleeve dress by Sumakhi is versatile and great for winter – there are just too many to mention,’ Darlene continued.

‘Women are always on the eternal quest for the perfect little black dress but I think it is exciting that there are so many variations of the traditional little black dress to suit any event. You can never have too many little black dresses!’ Darlene laughed.

To shop the little black dresses available online at Style Palace, visit dresses at sylepalace.com.au

Princess Lisa on a Glamorous Holiday

Princess Lisa from Style Palace is on a well deserved break on a yacht cruising the gorgeous bays of Turkey. We were extremely envious when she sent through these pics but she does look gorgeous and relaxed and ready to come back to the Palace next week - we know she can't wait and that she misses us all so much. We can't wait to have you back Princess. We miss you too!

Style Palace Obsession ... COCO By Cadbury

We all know how much girls love chocolate and the SP Princesses are no exception. We were excited to receive a special parcel recently packed full of the new COCO By Cadbury truffles. The perfect gift for a special friend or just for yourself! All we can say is that they are SO delicious and we are in LOVE ...



Introducing the latest offering in premium gifting, the COCO By Cadbury brand has been designed to celebrate female friendships. An unashamedly feminine chocolate gift, inspired by all the beautiful things women love.

We all know that as women we love to treat ourselves and be treated, and chocolate is the perfect way to spoil someone close to you.

The COCO By Cadbury offer consists of a selection of sumptuously smooth milk chocolate truffles encased in milk chocolate and wrapped in beautiful packaging with a touch of femininity.

Every detail of the COCO By Cadbury offer, from the contemporary packaging through to the indulgent truffles, reflects an unashamedly feminine attitude to chocolate.
Just like the women who give and receive it, the COCO By Cadbury offer is feminine gorgeousness on the inside and outside. The perfect gift for no reason at all, COCO By Cadbury Truffles celebrate special relationships and allows you to spoil those friends that mean the most to you.

COCO by Cadbury is available now exclusively at David Jones. RRP for 195g COCO by Cadbury bag is $12.95.

Another very happy shopper...Wangle review

Style Palace is very proud to have a review on the pages of the new Perth website, Wangle.

Launched only this month wangle.com.au is a new online magazine featuring opinion and blogs from some of WA’s biggest names (pollies, celebs, sports folk etc) and experts in their field. wangle also features the latest in fashion, style tips, reviews and much more. wangle is interactive and is a place for spirited debate.

So who is behind wangle? Mardie Rosich (successful business owner with a background in design, fashion, sales and marketing) and Rebecca Carmody (ABC reporter and Sunday Times columnist) are its creators and driving force. Check out wangle.com.au today.

Below is our review or click here to view online.

Style Palace
Posted on May 27th, 2010 at 6:00 am
By Jodie Mori

Shopping for clothes online can be a scary experience. There’s the stress of picking the right size, as well as asking yourself questions like will the style suit me and do I trust them enough to hand over my credit card details?

All this worry was blasted away upon receiving my first purchase from Style Palace.

Web Design and Layout
Style Palace’s website is chic, modern and glamorous. Photos of each outfit upload quickly and everything is easy to find.

I wouldn’t have minded the dress section being be divided into ‘day’ and ‘evening’ wear, but who’s to say that a day dress can’t be an evening dress and vice versa.

Product Range
There is something for women of all shapes, sizes and tastes. The range covers everything from great bargains to high end fashion. Style Palace shows great support for Australian designers too.

Owner, Darlene Gianoli, has hand-picked clothes that suit her current clients and excite new buyers. This is quite a feat knowing that she styles teens to mid 60s.

Tips from the changeroom
Darlene recommends staying open minded and giving new things a go. One of Darlene’s favourite quotes by designer Florence Eiseman sums it up, “Please do not have a fit in the fitting room – your fashion life begins there.”

Customer Service
I chose the dress I wanted to purchase with a little apprehension. I had never purchased clothing online before, so it was my first time. A virgin if you will.

The one thing that did put my mind at ease was that I was purchasing from a business that was local. When the transaction was completed, an email was sent to me, advising that a Style Palace representative would be contacting me in regards to my delivery. Brilliant!

Delivery of goods
First thing Monday my mobile rang. A lovely lady thanked me for purchasing and said she could courier my dress out that day. Once the destination was locked in, it was on it’s way.

One hour after that phone call, my receptionist brought me this beautiful package. A Style Palace bag with pink ribbon drawstring. Inside was a gift wrapped parcel in pink tissue and ribbon, lots of ribbon. The other girls in the office came running over to see what I had received. It’s all about the presentation.

Just ask anyone who’s received something from Tiffany’s.

Verdict
The dress was exactly what was displayed on the webpage and I couldn’t be happier with the all the fuss and fun of having it delivered. If you are unsure about buying online, the Style Palace showroom is open to the public on certain days and times.

Darlene also recommends emailing her your measurements, which she can use to advise on the best size.

With outstanding customer service like this I would recommend Style Palace to anyone.

Style Stalker at Style Palace and Selfridges

Style Palace are very excited to welcome Style Stalker to the Palace this Spring/Summer 10-11. We are very proud to announce that this Sydney label is going to be stocked in the prestigious UK department store Selfridges - yay for Aussie Designers!!

Here is the official announcement ...

Building on a growing global presence which has so far included impressive editorial coverage in UK Grazia and Vogue.co.uk, Sydney-based label Style Stalker is set to become the only Australian designer to be stocked in the prestigious UK department store, Selfridges.

This exciting partnership is a natural progression for the label, whose signature aesthetic (as seen on Florence & The Machine and Kim Kardashian), ties in perfectly with London's edgy and pop-culture obsessed fashion scene. "We are pinching ourselves,” says Style Stalker creators Rachel Zelic and Su-Ann San. “Selfridges has always been our mecca, we're thrilled to be joining the ranks of the incredible labels they carry”.

Full of praise for Style Stalker's Spring 2010/11 collection, 'Wipe Out', Selfridges placed an order of over 30 styles, sighting the ‘Jaws’ tie-dye dress and the cut-out leggings as stand-out pieces. 'We are so excited to be the launch store for Style Stalker in the UK this summer,” says Selfridges’ Contemporary Buyer, Ros Leach. “I fell in love with the collection from the minute I walked into the showroom, the foundation of any summer wardrobe at fantastic prices. I know I'll be wearing it at all the festivals this summer!'.

Keen to get Style Stalker onto the shop floor as quickly as possible, Selfridges has also bought out excess stock from the winter 2010 collection which is to be fast-tracked into store by the end of April. With a fresh, cutting-edge style that has won them over 100 worldwide stockists and legions of fans, this exciting news from one of the world's most prestigious retailers firmly cements Style Stalker's position as a major player on the global fashion stage.

Tristan Blair - The Next Big Thing ...

We are very excited to welcome our very own Perth born, Tristan Blair to the cyber doors of stylepalace.com.au. Tristan was featured last night in Channel Seven's Today Tonight who announced that 'he is well on his way to becoming the next big thing!'.

You can imagine the state of the Style Palace showroom (i.e. shrieking princesses) when we had to choose the styles we wanted at the Palace - all of them!! Ha ha we wish!! The designs are divine and beautifully made - our dream come true!

Below are our favourites arriving at Style Palace for Spring/Summer 10/11 ...

Bikram Yoga ... by Louise Jeckells

After just finishing my first Bikram yoga class at the new studio, my body is sore, my mind is clear and I feel fantastic. So fantastic I’m lying face down on the floor hoping it will open up and swallow me. Why? Because I’m in a tiny bit of pain and I can’t seem to cool down. I drink too much, I eat bad foods, I have sleep-less nights and I worry about the small things. I know I need to start setting up a better lifestyle for my body, and I’m not the only one!

My experience was, in fact, amazing. I feel like I have taken up meditation, therapy and yoga all in one. I went into the class stressed and bloated from a day at work and have left sore and weary, but after a few hours of drinking water and the feeling returning to my body I feel flushed and … taller. No stress pulling me down.

Bikram yoga is yoga for all ages and strengths. It is a series of 26 positions and two breathing exercises. It is conducted in a room with the temp turned up to 38 degrees. Half way through the class, I knew I wasn’t pushing myself to the limits but it was because my body was adjusting to the heat. I would have passed out if I pushed my body to its expected limits. It was a ninety minute class and it was only when I could hear the next class arrive that I knew it was coming to an end.

The teacher, Anna was amazing. She had the body I wanted, so that was enough motivation for me to come back again. Throughout class she talks you through the exercises, which means no matter where you are in the room, you still understand what you should be doing.

After class, I asked her about one of the positions that I was unsure of, she was so helpful! It's important to get the positions right and breath correctly, otherwise you could hurt your body.

On returning to my mat and stepping out of the 38 degree room, I knew I had been converted.
I feel surprisingly lighter and focused on the week ahead.

I have signed up for the introduction offer - 6am tomorrow morning, I will be back inside that room, giving my body the best go at looking its finest.

If I knew the guy at the front desk was such a dish, I would have signed up earlier! Muscles, toned, handsome and sweet … mmmmmm my kind of guy.

Reminder* next time wear my new slimming pants, not the ones with holes in them!

Louise, a lover of yoga … Bikram style.

Katie Hoskings AW arrivals, online soon...

SP Princesses get up close and personal with Sir Richard Branson at his Pool Party ...

The Style Palace Princesses were very excited to be attending the Richard Branson Pool Party last Friday. Dripping in Samantha Wills and covered in beautiful Camilla designs, we certainly blended in with the beautiful Caribbean theme created poolside of the Burswood Entertainment Complex.

It was a fantastic night of Samba music, dancing, flame throwers and fireworks and of course a great outcome for the local charity, Strike A Chord for Cancer.

Loved having you in Perth, Richard. Be sure to visit us at the Palace soon!

Style Palace presents the Chambord No. 5 Cocktail...

Style Palace’s fashion loving Princesses present you with another yummy cocktail by Chambord the official product partner for L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival (LMFF).

Chambord® No. 5

Ingredients

30ml Chambord®
30ml Finlandia Cranberry Vodka
60ml cranberry juice
15ml fresh lime juice
15ml sugar syrup
Pulp of 1 passionfruit

Glass Ware
Tumbler
Garnish
Mint leaf

Method
Shake on ice and strain into an ice filled tumbler
Chambord® No. 5 is a delicious cocktail with a zesty blend of Chambord, Vodka, cranberry juice, fresh lime and passionfruit.

A special health message from Style Palace...

At Style Palace we are passionate about sharing our love of all things beautiful, and that includes our health. So today we are taking a moment to remind you all about the well-being of two of your most beautiful assets. That’s right ladies, your breasts!

Every woman should be proactive about her health, regardless of age or family history, and it’s with this message in mind that Style Palace is pleased to help spread the word about BreastLogic, a new clinic that has opened in Leederville and is the first of its kind in WA to offer radiation and pain free breast scanning for all ages and breast types.

It means young women, for whom mammography is not an option, can now take important early steps towards proactively monitoring their breast health. The process is also four times more sensitive than the human touch making it ideal for women who are not confident with self examination.

The cost of the scan is $145.00 (inc GST) and no medical referral is required. To celebrate the opening of the new clinic, BreastLogic currently has a ‘Bosom Buddies’ promotion available and if two people book together they are both entitled to the scan for $95.00 each.

So what are you waiting for? Be a proactive Princess, and look after your breasts!

For further information contact:
Breast Logic
1A/661 Newcastle Street
Leederville WA 6007
(08) 9227 5554
http://www.breastlogic.com.au/

And for all our Princesses based in Adelaide – there is a Breast Logic clinic in your capital city too! Check out the website for details.

Enjoy Chambord in Style at the L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival 2010

All of Style Palace’s fashion loving Princesses in Melbourne will have the opportunity to celebrate in tastebud-tingling style following the recent announcement Chambord is the official product partner of next month’s L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival (LMFF).

Chambord is a delicious black raspberry liqueur and has been the official liqueur of Mercedez Benz Fashion Week in New York for the past four years, as well as bar sponsor at both the London Fashion Weekend and London Fashion Week for the past three years. Chambord also hosts the Chambord Platinum Club Lounge VIP bar at London Fashion Week.

Chambord has been a big supporter of emerging Australia designers through the ‘Chambord Shine Awards’ and this support will continue to grow as the official product partner for L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival 2010.

Fashionistas will be able to try out the chic Chambord cocktails daily whilst mingling with designers and industry leaders at Central Pier’s hottest venue, The Woolshed, which will be transformed into the place to be seen during the Festival. For those looking to sip a delicious Chambord cocktail catwalk-side, the cocktails will also be available from the Peninsular Bar, by the LMFF runway.

There will be a delicious selection of cocktails on offer including the Chambord Royale, the Chambord No. 5, the Dark Knight and the French Meringue, just to name a few. So you can wait until the Festival to try the delicious array of Chambord cocktails or you can grab yourself a bottle of Chambord in the lead up to the Festival and prepare your tastebuds for the delicious taste sensations that await you next month!

Style Palace will be featuring a new Chambord Cocktail daily on the Style Palace blog in the lead-up to the Festival so you can see how your creations compare..... enjoy!

To get you in the LMFF spirit here is the recipe for the official Opening Night Cocktail -
Dolce Rossa ...

Ingredients
30ml Chambord®
150ml San Pellegrino Aranciata Rossa to top
2 lime wedges
Glass ware
Highball
Garnish
2 lime wedges

Method
Stir ingredients with ice and strain into cocktail glass.

The sharp zest of the blood orange slices through the sweet berry Chambord® flavours to produce a long, smooth and refreshing cocktail. Balanced with a squeeze of fresh lime, the Dolce Rossa is mouth explosion to be explored.

Style Palace Sumakhi Winter Arrivals...

Winter stock is arriving thick and fast at the Palace.

Check out these gorgeous Sumakhi dresses which have just arrived ...

Style Palace welcomes Viktoria & Woods Winter Collection...

Style Palace is very excited about the arrival of Viktoria & Woods Winter Collection.

It's here and online soon xx

Style Palace loves Beyonce..

As you may well be aware, the Style Palace Princesses went to the Beyonce concert in Perth last year. We danced up a storm, fell in love with the girl and all felt like Single Ladies!!

We are very excited to see our Beyonce sporting a beautiful Australian designed Camilla playsuit - you go Girl! xxxx

Style Palace's Daily Angel Guidance...

Here at Style Palace we believe in and love our Guardian Angels... Angels are powerful and loving messengers who are unrestricted by time or space - a little like us Princesses :) Angel cards are an ancient, time-honoured way to connect with the angels and are completely safe, as they only attract loving celestrial energy..

Everyday we choose a card and this is today's affirmation.

REWARD YOURSELF

"You've been giving a lot of yourself lately, and it's time for you to receive. Make the time to reward yourself in a meaningful way. This balance of giving and receiving is essential to keeping your energy, mood and motivation at a consistently high level."

The additional meaning for this card is to "splurge on a treat for yourself" so this is exactly what the Style Palace Princesses are going to do today - treat ourselves to some beautiful new clothes! YAY!!

Style Palace's New Winter Arrivals...

Style Palace is very excited about our new winter stock, arriving weekly...

Here is a sneak peek of what will be online soon xxx

Style Palace $100 Treasures

The Style Palace Princesses believe that we should be spoilt daily!!!!! So we would like to offer you a few $100 treasures - with love from the Palace xxx

Happy Shopping !!!

Jetsetting Joveeba

It's no suprise that country singer Taylor Swift and actress Rumer Willis have recently bought Joveeba pieces - the label is after all a Style Palace favourite.

We are excited and proud to hear that Alison Cotton's gorgeous label, Joveeba will be hitting the international and Asian markets later this year. Congrats Ali!