By Clari Farkash We’ve followed the runway shows. We’ve read vogue. We’ve sample sale-d. Yet somehow, it’s hard for most of us to find a healthy balance between incredibly chic and powerfully professional at the office. The black pencil skirt and suit jacket combo is tired, while slacks seem lackluster. Why not indulge in some office wear that makes you shine? If you want to look fabulous even in the office, rethink your current wardrobe and go business glam. Dresses are great for virtually any office environment, especially tailored, 50s-inspired cuts. Skinny, patent leather belts worn at your waist can accentuate the smallest part of your body. You can also find dresses with a pencil skirt and shirt dress combo, which would accentuate your hips without looking too sexy. Make sure the dress is long enough, preferably right at the Read More ...
Whatever your size or shape, a dress can be the most flattering item in your wardrobe. They can give illusions of height, slim waists, bigger or smaller chests, and give a woman a boost of confidence when they need it. Whilst dresses have never gone out of fashion, their popularity has peaked and troughed over the years. Now, however, dresses are the must have items of the year, and there is no shortage of styles available. Dresses have been around since we first ever decided to stop walking around naked. Only 60 years ago you would be lucky to see anyone over the age of 40 wearing anything else apart from a dress, but thanks to the denim revolution, they started to be worn only for special occasions or nights out as women embraced the comfort and practicality of jeans Read More ...
The ultimate combination of live music, fashion, beauty, celebrities, dancers and shopping experience in one is the way to describe Clothes Show Live. And thanks to Rania Rustom we’ve got some great images of the action from the show. The Clothes Show was a huge event associated with Suzuki which took place at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham. The venue attracted many fashion eager individuals during the show dates, 2nd-7th December, 2011. The main catwalk show which was showcased at the Suzuki fashion theatre brought a whole entertaining 45 minutes of professional dancers, models and singers on stage. Amongst the musical performances included ex-Pussycat Doll member Kimberly Wyatt entertained the stage featuring the band, Her majesty and the Wolves. While X-factor contestants, The Risk had the girls screaming out loud while performing! The winner of Britain Read More ...
Flicking through the photographs from last year’s Christmas party it’s impossible to ignore the popularity of black when it came to everyone’s outfit choice. ‘Black is slimming’ is engraved in all female brains and we live by this seemingly flawless mantra. This year it’s time to rethink and inject some colour into our lives. Everyone knows there’s nothing more attractive than a woman with confidence, and wearing a pair of brightly coloured jeans is a fast-track ticket to being self-assured. There is no way you can wilt or fade into the background in a pair of James jeans’ emerald Randis. Vibrant jeans demand a vibrant wearer. Embrace a new, more colourful you, you just might like it. With the J Brand ‘Fall for colour’ range there are plenty of options to choose from. Be pretty in pink in their low Read More ...
In an age where success and achievement is often measured by appearance; the status of importance style plays into or life cannot be ignored. Whether applying for that first job to receiving that well deserved promotion; to that awkward first date to that special wedding day, we are asked to make an impression. Designer suits make just that impression. With a specially made suit for just about any situation can make a lasting impression needed to look the part. They help make memories more distinct and lasting. A rental suit might do the job but men’s designer suits go beyond a level of impressionable style. They create a unique look, feeling and lasting sense of class. Weddings are a prime example. Wedding suits are an essential element of the day. Not just for the groom. All the men on the Read More ...
Almost 50 years since she graced the silver screen, Marilyn Monroe remains a familiar icon of femininity and sensuality. Since her untimely death in 1962, the many portrayals of her both on and off screen are testament to the influence she has had, and her unique style. Most recently she has been brought back to life by Michelle Williams, in the just-released film My Week with Marilyn. The film takes place during her filming of The Prince and the Showgirl with Laurence Olivier, and is based on the real-life diary account of young Colin Clark, an assistant on the film who embarks on a fleeting romance with the blonde bombshell. Of course, one of the most iconic images of her is the photograph of her in a billowy flowing white dress being blown up around her by an updraft from Read More ...
Guest Post by Emily Patterson It is nearly Christmas and time to buy a new outfit. High street footwear shop Clarks have gone straight to the top of the most wanted list this week, thanks to there new sparkly heels! Glitter-bomb shoes were seen all over the runway at Miu Miu, and while the likes of Alexa Chung, Diane Kruger and Hailee Steinfeld have been seen with the real deal, I will be keeping my friends guessing with these amazing numbers for only 70 pounds! They’re just the right thing to give your black skinny jeans a party season makeover – that and a your favourite tipple, of course! They also have pointed courts that come in black glitter, perfect with your best LBD. It’s official, the party season is really upon us! With the weather getting colder it is Read More ...
Sunglasses can be hard to pick; they depend a great deal upon knowing the shape of your face and picking the right shape to compliment your features. Knowing the shape of your face is only half the battle, you have to know which shapes go with it. Here’s a rough guide to picking the right ones for you. For an oval face the best sunglasses to pick are those that have frames which are as wide, or wider, than the broadest part of the face. It is all about proportion with oval faces. Sunglasses for round faces should be more angular or narrow, with high or mid-height temples that complements the roundness. If you lean more towards the triangular face shape, sunglasses should draw attention to the eyes. Perfect types include cat-eye shapes, square-straight top or frames with rimless bottoms. Read More ...
The West End attracts some of the biggest stars in the world, whether it is on the stage, behind the scenes or even in the audience, and those picking up tickets and heading there will be preparing to see some outrageous costumes depending on the show at hand. But once they have been down the box office, booked a hotel and even made plans on the sights and sounds of London they wish to visit during their stay there is another dilemma that could be on their mind – what should they wear on their big night in the West End? Luckily those that are unsure as to the West End dress code are not alone in worrying; a quick query on the nearest internet search engine will return a range of upcoming visitors wondering the same thing. This is Read More ...
Push your capsule wardrobe to the limits with a piece that will steal the show. Think versatile, long lasting with sophisticated glamour, Style369 have it covered with this week’s classic collection tux. With a hint of boyish charm, this trend lead piece is perfect to last you through the season. Look 1 White long sleeve plus size top + indigo straight leg plus size jeans + tuxedo jacket + black leather moccasin - Vamp up your classic tux with your favourite straight leg jeans or wide leg plus size trousers. Whether you’re dressing for the office or after work drinks, trust your statement tuxedo jacket to work for you every time. Look 2 Rose tunic top + black flat front jeggings + tuxedo plus size jacket + black patent bow shoes - Relax this look with a feminine floral print and pretty pump. The perfect combination for Read More ...
When it comes to keeping warm in the cold winter months, but remaining fashionable, no one does it quite as well as the Scandinavians. In the popular capital city of Stockholm winter temperatures reach an average low of -4°C and they can often be hit by snow blizzards and strong winds. The key to the Swede’s fashionable survival is opting for stylish yet practical clothes, one of the most popular clothing brands that provides these attractive solutions is North Face. Women’s North Face jackets offer a covetable range for winter that are made from intelligent and modern fabrics and come in a range of styles and colours, and therefore it is no surprise that it is favourable with the Scandinavians. It is well known that Scandinavians opt for quality and style in both their choice of clothes as well as Read More ...
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