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My top 4 best dressed list is:
1. Angeline Jolie in Versace
She absolutely nailed it in her choice of dress, hairstyle and accessories. It it is current- because of its colour block- it is fresh – because of the choice of colours- it is feminine & sophisticated- because it shows her neat hourglass figure elegantly without being too tight on her body. But above all it reflects her style personality that works best on her- effortless & timeless & elegant. The colour block is perfect for her clear colouring and she sets it off with with her red perfect shaped lips. It has the wow factor written all over! She simply looks fabulous in the 40s inspired fashion trend.
2. Charlize Theron in Dior Couture
Simply picture perfect. The dress by Christian Dior is feminine but still youthful, playful and different in its own right. She lets the details in her dress speak for themselves such as ruffles, broach in her waistline, asymmetric style and plunging neckline without over cluttering them with flashy accessories. This dress in colour and style can not be worn by many women, but since she is tall, a neat hourglass in her body shape, a light in her colouring and a bit of a romantic in her style personality- this dress fits her like a glove . Her hairstyle complements the dress towards the 20 upcoming fashion trend but adding a current touch & feel to it.
3. Nicole Kidman in Versace
This dress with all its studded details to show needed :” a long canvas to show”. Nobody else could have worn this dress as perfect as Nicole Kidman did. She is tall to give all the studded design the room to shine as well small busted, so that her bust doesn’t crowd and bulk the studded design. The halterneck and the studded design create the illusion of curves that is needed for her lean column body shape. She is a warm in her colouring and therefore the ivory & gold combination is simply an ideal choice. He open hair softens the intensity of the glamorous dress, so that it feels effortlessly elegant. Nicole Kidman loves to dress in an”art deco” style and it simply works like a charm here.
4. Rooney Mara in Nina Ricci
She looked absoluteley wonderful in her dress. It flatters her lean column body shape at all the right places. The dress is elegant and yet has an edge- it suits her personality and age. Her styling is impeccable. Black is one of her best colours- she is a clear in her colouring- but to me it is not a Golden Globe dress for a young girl. She should have been dress in an edgy but bold coloured dress( a bit more fashion forward )- that is the only reason why I put her as number 4.
Michaela
Monday, January 16th, 2012
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Friday, September 2nd, 2011
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Friday, February 11th, 2011
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Black is one of the most popular colours to wear, especially in the UK. It is the favourite colour for investment buys such as a suit, coat or the famous little black dress and can make the wearer feel sophisticated, elegant, sexy or edgy. Unfortunately, contrary to popular belief, it’s not the most flattering colour on everybody – not everyone can wear black as a solid colour or near the face. The younger you are, the more you can get away with wearing black since youthful skin will always provide a nice contrast to black. But once you’re in your twenties when skin and features are get softer and you’re starting out in your first job it will start to matter. This is when you need to know how to make black work for you, whether it’s in your colour palette or not.
Light
Black is not in your palette but it can create a striking contrast if you have ash-blond hair. The secret is to keep black away from your face by choosing open necklines and wearing one of your key colours near your face. Softer fabrics like knits, jerseys, tweeds, corduroys and silks will absorb the light and soften the effect of the black. Your little black dress should be strappy or have a plunging neckline. Wear it with a coloured necklace or drape a scarf in one of your colours across your shoulders. Don’t overpower your look by wearing a strong lipstick and heavy eye make up unless you’re going to a glamorous event.
How to wear your palette
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Deep
Black is a major part of your wardrobe and looks good on its own. Whether you wear black for work, at the weekend or to a party, the choice is yours, because it will always work for you. You can choose black in any fabric or texture, from leather to fine chiffon, as long as the garment is in the right style for your body shape, scale and proportion.
How to wear your palette
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Warm
Black is not your best colour and therefore not in your colour palette. For best results combine black with one of the warm colours from your colour palette and wear black away from your face. If you wear black on its own, choose a low neckline, or wear a coloured scarf or necklace to help lift the black. Also note that softer or textured black fabrics will be more flattering, as this type of material absorbs light, making the black appear softer. Avoid the temptation to team it up with white.
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Cool
Black is a key colour in your palette. You may wear it with many other colours but watch out – it may also cast a dark shadow under your chin, in which case avoid wearing black directly under your chin. Also, wearing black in a soft weave e.g. tweed, velvet or knit will absorb the light and therefore look less harsh on you. Try to brighten up your black with sparking jewellery or metallic accessories.
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Clear
Black looks striking against the strong, dark tones of your hair and sparkling eyes and is one of the main colours in your palette. Your personal colouring is contrasting so having contrast in your clothing is key. Black is a fantastic colour to bring out the contrast by combining it with bright, light or unrelated colours e.g. red, white. Also, a black and pure white combination is always a stunning combination for day and night, on any occasion.
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Soft
Black is not in your palette and should be worn always away from your face. Choose fabrics that are textured or soft, so the black is less harsh. Your little black dress needs to be soft and draping, with a low or plunging neckline to which you can add jewellery or a scarf, to distract from the black near your face. A dress that’s low cut, off the shoulder or sleeveless will be a better choice than anything with a high neckline because it puts enough space between your face and the dress.
How to wear your palette
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Michaela
Thursday, November 4th, 2010
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Colour is individual, natural, magnetic, influential, emotional, therapeutic and joyful and the emotions it stirs are a vital part of a woman’s beauty and charm. Everyone is different – hair, skin and even eye colour change constantly with the play of light and shade, and these nuances mean that every woman can possess a colour of her very own, one as personal as her signature. Women who understand colour look more interesting, more in control, more confident, more self-assured and ultimately more attractive. These women have more personality in their looks, because they have created their own colour signature.
The choice of colours out there is enormous and can be not only confusing but also quite daunting. Why is it that sometimes a colour e.g. red looks great on you, then just ok and at other times doesn’t work at all? The answer is that every colour comes in different shades, tones and intensities. So, red is not just red – there is light red, pale red, pastel red, clear reds, soft red, dark reds, blue red, tomato red, .phpberry red etc. Once you know your dominant colour (which is based on your personal colouring) you’ll know which type of tones and shades of red look best on you and which look just ok. Also, note that colours will either lose or gain intensity with your choice of fabric. So a red linen can look lighter or softer, because it’s translucent, while a red corduroy might gain intensity because it’s a more heavily textured fabric.
In genral: Wearing red is the colour of power, sexiness and energy. Wear red and you’ll feel confident, dynamic and in control.
How to wear red for your dominant colour!
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Deep
Warm
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Michaela
Monday, September 27th, 2010
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Explore your territory by choosing the right type and size of prints at the right place of your body at the right place and time! Animal prints create attention, focus and add visual volume. So, make sure you know your body shape and body size before you start to shop for them.
Know how for Animal Prints
- Animal prints create attention, focus and add visual volume to your body shape and/ or body part . So, make sure you know your body shape and body size before you start to shop for them.
- The print size should correspond with your body size. Bigger prints are best for women who are tall and plus size. While smaller prints are better for short and petite build women.
- Less is more. Don’t try to over complicate the look by combining it with other fashion trends. Animal print should ideally complement your look- set a tone – rather competing with other styles.
- Make sure you look current by choosing the right accessories with the animal print. Animal print can look quickly dated when paired with the wrong items.
- Dress your age! Rule of thumb: The louder the younger the wearer.
- Calve Size: Women with a big calves should avoid any calf or kneeboots and stiletto heels. Instead choose ankle boots with an average to bigger heel.
- Scarves: Great for women who have a good neck. But less good for women with a short or/and wide neck. Also, not an ideal choice for women with a big bust.
Fashion tips for animal prints:
They are sleek, chic, multicoloured and come in many variations. They will add always a powerful and confident note to its wearer.
Zebra Prints
- A black & white colour combination that can look harsh on the wrong wearer. It is best for women who have the following dominant colouring: Light, Deep, Clear. It is best left for the younger generation- unless you are choosing this animal print in accessories.
- It creates a stylish outfit combination and spices up any elegant outfit.
- Elegant and suitable for any type of events- including work – as long as being appropriate.
- Dress code: Dress up and never for dressing down.
Leopard prints
- Regular prints are coming in darkbrown combined with neutral colours. Great for women with the following dominant colouring: Soft, warm and deep. The more the print contains a white and black colour combination rather a neutral and brown one the more it is suitable for women who’s dominant colouring is light, clear and cool.
- It will add a sensual, seductive and glamorous look. A look that is best kept appropriate for the occasion.
- A favourite among the glamorous and romantic style personalities.
- Dress code: A softer choice than then the zebra print and works well with a casual look- but nevertheless stylish.
Snake skin prints
- They come in multi colours and depending which colouring combination they have it will depend who can wear. The thumb rule here is again: The bolder the print the better for women with light, cool and clear colouring.
- It creates a mysterious look that exudes elegance.
- Mostly favoured by women who have a classic personality and choose a chic style for day & night and for work & play.
- Dress code: It requires elegance in your outfit. No matter what.
Last thought of food: Animal prints need to be worn always sharp since they add an edge to your outfit. It goes with the theme:-)
My favourite animal prints
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Michaela
Saturday, September 4th, 2010
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Finally it seems the season has arrived for the ” Going Nude” trend ! It has been written about it , but who is in the mood and in the right mind of wearing it when it is cold, raining and no sunshine in sight. Well, there have been some sightings who have been trying the look but didn’t look very convincing in the bad weather. On top of it you see every single dirt mark- no matter how small it is. It is really not the colour to choose when it is wet or raining.
The nude look is like the explorer look or safari look- about ” blending in” , being compfortable in your skin, allowing your clothes to breath and avoiding to be roasted in the sun by wearing dark colours. So, you can say the hotter the climate the ” the nuder the clothes” and the colder the darker the clothes .
The nude or neutral colours are coming in various shades and tones like stone, taupe, pewter, cream,beige, camel, grey/beige. Many times they will be combined with with pastel colours such as peach or pink or as well with white.
Question here is who looks best in nude colours? Which dominant colour can wear it best and where?
Light
Lights will look great in the nude look- no matter whether they wear it from top to toe or if they combine it with other light or bright colours.
Deep
Unfortunately the nude looks is not good news for the women with a deep colouring. Best is to play this trend down by accessoiring with bags or shoes, but only if they combine it with deeper colours. The nude colours are not deep in enough in colour for this category and it just washing them out. Also, women with coloured skin should avoid this trend all in all. It simply clashes with their skin colour.
Warm
It is ideal for this group and represents almost their foundation for any colour combinations. It provides a beautiful contrast with their hair colour. Depending on their secondary colour they will opt either for more warmer or cooler colour combinations.
Cool
These women look great in strong colours whether they wear icy colours, bright or deep colours. Therefore the nude trend is not ideal with them. They should avoid a a top to toe nude look and keep it best for their lower part e.g. skirts, trousers. A nude cardigan can work if the rest is dressed in stronger and sharper colours e.g. white, pink or blue. Unless the nude colours have more of a grey/ash ton than camel or beige touch.
Clear
Clears need contrast so, it balances with their personal colouring. So, best it is to wear it with white, black , pink or purple or even choose nude colours in a metallic look.
Soft
Softs are the opposite to clears and should choose a more tone in tone look- especially near their face. So, nude is a great trend for them whether they combine different nude colours with each other or combine it with other softer colours or make use of it by toning other bright colours down.
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Michaela
Monday, May 10th, 2010
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Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010
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Yes, the military styling and chic has staying power and is one of the key trends this summer. Double breasted coats, buckles, camouflage prints, safari jacket, vests, and boots are the staples of this trend with strong shoulder shapes and button detailing- but not for everyone is the military look good news. Some will excel in this trend, others have to pick the right pieces that work for their body shape,- size and features. Others have to skip this trend altogether because the structure, detailing or colour simply doesn’t work for them.
Some tips how to wear it:
- Military jackets have to sit straight. So, great news for the flat chested women- especially the higher the neckline. Therefore women with a bust should pass on this one. The shoulder details like straps and buttons are great for women with a long neck but bad news for the ones with a short and/or wide neck. It is great for pears, neat hourglasses and lean columns. While apples and inverted triangle should stay away from this trend.
- Camouflage trousers or trousers with lots of zippers are fantastic for women who are tall have longs and small calves. These women can deal with all the details and additional volume to that part of the body. While short women, big thighs and big calves should never wear them. Inverted triangle, neat hourglass, lean column, rectangle are best suited to pull these features off. While a pear shouldn’t wear it since it adds more volume to their already bigger lower half and it is too much clutter for an apple though most of them have good legs. Since they have more volume on top they have to opt for “quieter” loose fit on their lower half.
- Vests, jackets and coats can be single or double breasted. Double breasted are great for the small busted women while not at all for the ones who have a bigger bust. In general a double breasted jacket is ideal for pears, neat hourglass, lean columns while single breasted for full hourglass, rectangles ( double breasted types will make them look even boxier!) and apple should always avoid any buttoning in their tummy area.
- The military trend comes mostly in nude, camouflage, white or blue colours. Clears and cools should opt for the navy and white options instead, while it will work great on the softs and warms. Lights will be quite flexible on any of these colours while the deeps need to ensure that they wear a deeper colour near their face.
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Have a nice day,
Michaela
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Friday, March 12th, 2010
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