I recently spoke to the very lovely Model and former Miss England 2011, Alize Lily Mounter about her personal style and fashion secrets. Alize has modelled for some huge fashion brands and was recently selected to model for fashion website Net-a-Porter. She splits her time between modelling jobs, castings and studying for her journalism degree at the University of Roehampton. Follow Alize on Twitter at @Alize_lily.
Find out where she likes to shop, her all time favourite items and general style secrets here. Also if you want to ask any questions let me know & I will find out for you....
How would you describe your personal style?
I would describe my personal style as classic mixed with some more
alternative more edgy pieces. I enjoy mixing it up between the classic, elegant
British styles and something more bohemian.
This would probably because I love vintage and being Miss England
for a year I think I have become a huge admirer of the regal British look that
is appreciated and copied worldwide. My more bohemian style would probably come
from my love of music; I love the Beatles and everything hippy or gypsy
inspired from the 60's. I also love anything edgy to spice up an outfit like
biker boots and studs!
Where do you like to shop? in London & Cardiff
(location like portobello road, oxford street, carnaby street, neal street)
Wow where do I start, I love shopping way too much. I recently have
a new love for brick lane and spitalfields market where you can pick up vintage
pieces. I adore shopping on Kings Road especially in the summer time with many
different types of clothing stores, coffee shops, restaurants, home stores,
shoe shops, art galleries all on one road with Harrods just around the corner
it is no surprising how interesting it is to shop there. I love the atmosphere
of Carnaby Street you really feel like you are shopping in the heart of London
with the winded cobbled streets and the diverse range of shops. Including
London's all famous Liberty which I absolutely love and some of the best makeup
stores like MAC and the Makeup store.
I also am a frequent visitor of Westfields Shepherds Bush, because I
live close by. I love the way I can get everything I need under one roof,
especially if its cold or raining. There is an abundance of shops, restaurants,
sweet shops, pretzels not to mention the huge Vue Cinema to keep everyone
entertained. I also more than love the Village section where you can shop for
designer and drink champagne if you wish. Amazing!
What is your favourite all time shop(s)?
At the moment Zara for me is one of the best stores around for my
particular style, it is not too pricey and they always seem to have new pieces
and lots of range to choose from. Especially in London I feel their stores off
lots of choice and I can be in there a very long time as I always find so many
nice items. I also love Harrods, who doesn't? It is the iconic London
department store, and I can be in there hours I love everything in site - it
really is divine! Also I love design brands like Mulberry, Prada and Gucci with
some of the best stores being also in that Knightsbridge/Belgravia area. I love
shopping for designer of Brompton Road and Sloane Street.
What is the favourite (cant live without) item/garment
in your wardrobe?
At the moment it is my nude/pink Prada handbag. I had it as a
special gift for my Birthday and I really think I just have to take it
everywhere. It also has a long strap so I can put it over my shoulder or have
it handheld. It completes every out fit and I don't think I have ever loved a
handbag as much as this! Although it is now in trouble of looking worn because
I think I have used it everyday since having it! Haha!
What are your style secrets?
I would say less is always more. I would always rather buy something
that is more expensive but I know is timeless rather than buying lots of
cheaper items that will be thrown out in a few months or never worn. I also
mean that in the sense of dressing; you can buy classic items that will look
expensive but that doesn't necessarily mean they have to have the designer
price tag. Never over accessorise or wear too many colours, be simple. Always
wear colours that work best for your hair colour and skin tone - and always -
always dress right for the occasion! Theres nothing worse than being over
dressed as I think it can appear cheap or tacky, and being under dressed just
makes you feel less confident. Always wear clothes that you feel most
comfortable in as then you feel your most confident! And always buy vintage -
as most of the time nobody else will have it!
What is your favourite AW12 trend?
Anything leather and black! I love the winter coats which has a
mix-match of leather and fabric. It looks expensive and on-trend! I just
recently bough myself one from Zara. I love it!
What item are you currently lusting after?
I am currently lusting after some black leather knee high riding
style boots and UGG ear muffs as I am going skiing for New Years!
What is the most exciting brand you have modelled for?
I would say it would be amazing designer website 'net-a-porter',
because I got to wear many beautiful designer clothing all at once!
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