I actually wrote about Sansovino6 when they came out with that soft knit denim ss12 collection http://www.stylebubble.co.uk/style_bubble/2011/10/soft-protest.html I think they've moved on though a fair bit when you look at their latest collection and even if you make the comparison between that soft knit denim collection and what Faustine is doing, the difference is that the very texture of this woven mohair gives a completely different feeling. She's also purposely replicating a uniform, iconic garments - chav clothes if you're going to be blunt - whereas the Sansovino6 stuff was perhaps a little more feminine and likeable in its garment shapes (skinny jeans, fitted jackets and waistcoats)... the effect for me is more arresting. Not taking anything away from Sansovino6. They're further down the line where they're selling to multiple stores. There's more of a commercial leaning in what they do. Faustine is just getting started and her concept, lookbook and her cottage industry approach to me feels fresh. That it's not 100% polished is what makes it interesting.

What instances would you cite where I'm not upfront. It may be a case of wording or readers missing where I state the specifics. I think the last commercial bit of activity here was a FCUK advertorial (tied to a banner) where I said at the bottom of the post, that it was a commercially-tied post. There are very hazy lines though. For instance when I posted about styling the Oxford Circus H&M store, that wasn't an obligation from the end client (H&M) - my job was to style the mannequins and attend the launch event. I think in that instance, it's quite clear that I'm posting about a paid-gig which I was proud of. But the post itself wasn't commercially tied if you see what I mean? I would say I try to be as transparent as possible but in all honesty, any collaborations that I do tend to be offline rather then live online anyway... or they don't involve money at all so in which case, I wouldn't classify it as a "collaboration". I think there's a danger where bloggers engage in editorial activities with brands and readers are quick to judge that there's a commercial tie involved and that isn't often the case. Sometimes it is pure editorial.

They can really vary in size. For Chanel and Dior, it changes every season! Dior's first couture show with Raf was much smaller than this. But in comparison to their ready to wear shows, it's still a good deal smaller. Guests seemed much the same as RTW - maybe more business ppl and clients... not as many journalists as RTW.

You're right - this is something we're already seeing. And I think there are personal bloggers out there who are perhaps so flattered to be asked to wear pieces by brands that they feel a "total look, total devotion" strategy is the way to go. I also think holding out for working with brands (either on an editorial or commercial level) where the blogger actually has synergy with is really important. So like you said, as you're trying to "scale" up your content, it's much better to end up with content that feels appropriate for the blog rather than where the brand looks like it's plonked on there out of nowhere. Just to verify though, this isn't necessarily a "collaboration" - Dior merely lent me the clothes as I'm picking out an outfit for their Cruise show next week in Monaco. I'm not working with them or for them on a commercial level. Sorry to nit pick - I do do proper collaborations with brands but it isn't so on this occasion with Dior.

It's got to be said that Romance was Born are anomalies in Sydney's fashion scene... but yes, colours are definitely more saturated down under. It's that super strong sunshine...

Definitely have no idea what you could possibly be objecting to.... unless you have an aversion to tartan!

I have it in size S - there are guidelines on the coat to cut the length and sleeves down to your preferred size too! x

I don't know what the updated version is like but it's probably the same as the original with added bits...

Already did it...http://www.stylebubble.co.uk/style_bubble/2013/04/vogue-fest-second.html