Guest Blogger Sian O'Donnell tells us about her Style Crush: Paloma Faith.

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I adore this woman for three reasons: she loves Ashish. She rocks a pom pom like no other. She has amazing red hair (she’s basically an improved version of me). Paloma, I think I’m in love!
Seeing her perform at Shepherds Bush Empire in 2010 is when I first fell for her. Evolving in front of our eyes like a tropical bird, not only can this lady belt out a tune but she has enough chat, charisma and charm to keep you hooked from the start. (Her cover of Akon’s, ‘Sexy Chick’ was utterly hypnotising.) Yet it is her statement in fashion which speaks volumes. Without looking too try hard or contrived, Ms. Faith can pull off a look with the flick of a roller and as Louis Walsh would say, “Really make it her own”.

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Her background at Central Saint Martins, working in Agent Provocateur, as a burlesque performer and magicians assistant has helped channel her retro sound and look, yet with enough pure- bred Hackney vibe thrown in to not look like another ‘vintage’ Shoreditch t***.

From being a constant figure on the FROW at all major fashion weeks, performing at Bestival, appearing on political shows or being dressed head-to-toe in next season D&G, the jazz-husked singer and actress takes it all in her stride. Never appearing to take herself too seriously, she rocks a headpiece like no other, giving Anna Dello Russo a serious run for her money.

Her latest album may not be up there with, “Do You Want The Truth Or Something Beautiful” but who really cares- I could spend all day perving over her photos on instagram and still have time for more. Infatuated? You bet.  

Remember when Madonna was cool?

Believe it or not, there was a time when Madonna didn't resemble Iggy Pop. In her 80's/early 90's hey day she was the symbol of lust; women wanted to be her while most men had her. The oozing of confidence, the dripping of sex appeal, the salivating whiff of empowerment and spread of deranged (have you not seen In Bed With Marilyn?) that made her the formidable status of liberation. Throw a battered leather jacket over and she could have ruled the world. Perhaps that was where it all went wrong- lose the leather, lose the mind.

Don’t miss out on this vintage beauty, you have been warned…

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Twinnies.

Oh she's got her mojo back! Just when we thought Florence Welch had gone all mainstream and Daisy Lowe on us, she busts out this gorgeous vintage find that makes us want to run through the streets of NYC gaily too!

With Chanel, Gucci and Saint Laurent having all called her their 'muse', basing collections around her ethereal, bohemian, 1970's take on 2013 festival glamour; the singer has been seen of late with her usual quirk becoming slightly diluted with denim cut-offs and green tees. And then here she comes! Hailing a cab through Manhattan with Miu Miu platforms, a python-skinned clutch, retro round sunglasses and her auburn locks hanging loosely on her porcelain shoulders. She looks happy, beautiful and totally in awe of her effortlessness in pulling this,very personal, style off- many try but only one succeed.

But now you can get a bit of Welch in your own wardrobe, with this stunning chiffon number that is only a breathtaking- £20. A little shorter than Flo's means it is more adaptable to wear causally in the day and then grabbing for those tights, chunky boots and shaggy furs come winter. Don't say we never treat you!

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We Like Short Shorts!

Summer is finally here! We think... Perhaps... Let me check... Um... I think I see the sun...? No wait...  Anyway, it's going to be November before you know it so as far as your summer wardrobe is concerned, the time is NOW! Suck it up, ditch the tights and brave it with bare legs. While you're at it, swerve the heavy knitwear and get some sun/day light on those pasty limbs.

We've got some great high-waisted beauties to get you in the mood for summer, perfect for festivals and even better for lapping up some proper weather in sunnier climes. Here at House of Jam we like to think of ourselves as connoisseurs of the high waist, hand picking only the finest selection for you lovely people, and tweaking them to the perfect up to date, on trend, fit and shape This season, our short shorts are the new Palazzo pant, think less length, more booty....

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