WITH vintage designs by Azzedine Alaia and Herve Leger rising high in the fashion stakes again "Bodycon" has become the new buzzword in fashion.

We love this label 'Metallicus' which is made from wool, cotton and polyamide and is both wearable and comfortable. Source it at Ruby, 1 Ivy Terrace, Tralee, Co Kerry (Tel: 066 711 7796; www. ruby. ie).

VA-VA VOOM

IF DRESSING up for the new season is all about the strong Veronica Lake look, Marks & Spencer is one highstreet store that is certainly hitting the right note. We love this screensiren satin tube dress, which would look as good at a late-summer ball as it will come December party season. The only problem is, it's not in store for another six weeks.

Don't say you weren't warned!