Compared to the awards-filled month of January there have been notably fewer glittering celebrity bashes so far this month. Having said that, Tuesday evening saw London play host to what is arguably the biggest night of the year in British music - The Brit Awards. Being such a huge event you might presume that the ladies would make an extra special effort in the wardrobe department, but with the exception of a couple of great ensembles (Fearne Cotton, Cat Deeley and Florence Welch) it was more than obvious that this was an evening to award musical ability rather than fashion sense.

In spite of its distinctly French location, this week fashion wild child Jean Paul Gaultier successfully managed to make Paris Couture Fashion Week feel more like a hot and spicy fiesta than a predictably rainy afternoon in Europe. Never one to disappoint, Gaultier stunned his audience with a fabulous collection inspired by all aspects of Mexican culture and heritage, from the obvious iconic silhouettes of sombreros through to pre-Spanish Mexican society - certainly a lot to fit into one collection!

A kaftan is an item of clothing that has figured in many different guises in a number of countries and cultures throughout history, the style of the modern kaftan is very much influenced by the Moroccan and Batik take on the garment. These kaftans can be worn for both formal and casual occasions and are most commonly manufactured using either cotton or silk in a huge variety of colours and patterns.

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As Valentine's Day approaches, our thoughts turn to those we love, as we search for the ideal Valentine's Day gift. What better way to express our feelings than with beautiful designer wear, shoes or bags? With more than 50 designers to choose from and hundreds of products, The 'It' Guide will help you to make the perfect selection.

Achieving an upmarket stylish look while at the same time making a definite statement can be extremely daunting and there is an overwhelming amount of fashion choice and variety on the High Street at the moment. There are so many different images for women to adopt, varying according to season or occasion. And it is all too easy to overlook the importance of accessories and not to give as much consideration in selecting such fashion items such as earrings as we do in selecting an outfit.

Fashion designer Missoni has made it easy for women by offering us some very stylish statement jewellery, including a delightful pair of floral drop earrings. These are designed in a timeless style and will doubtless be worn for many years to come. Produced in gold plate and with a hinged black drop, these earrings have a contrasting floral design to the front of the ear and clip fastening to the back. Designed to be worn on any occasion, this style of jewellery looks stunning when dressed up with evening wear or even worn with jeans and heels. Missoni has hit on a good all rounder in this design. It is not stylised to the extreme, meaning that it will not date quickly. Considering the amount of opportunities for wear, the price reflects good quality and value for money.

Jimmy Choo is a brand synonymous with high fashion, class and glamour, and his latest creations are not likely to disappoint. Although famous for his fantastic shoe designs, Choo has branched into bridal pieces, sunglasses and more significantly for fashion-forwards, handbags. With designs for the evening, high fashion or everyday use, Choo is creating long-lasting beautiful bags that are both contemporary and classic. Coming from a range of new stunning and unique handbags, the Lohla Jayne Tote is a timeless item that oozes luxury and charm. Depending on your choice of crafted material, either python or leather, the bag comes in black or off-white, red and black respectively. With a significantly larger price tag, the python tote is the ultimate classic purchase and status symbol. Worn either with a smart suit or evening attire, this bag has been a forerunner of the recent Jimmy Choo campaign and is a guaranteed head turner. All green eyes will be on you.