Archive for the ‘Trends and Trend Spotting’ Category

Shift dress are the defining silhouette of the ’60s!

The shift dress is a  classic shape that has a timeless appeal with understated elegance yet with a playful approach to fashion. The shift dress doesn’t have any waist definition and therefore are worn best by lean columns, rectangles, apples and neat hourglass body shapes.

Michaela

Saturday, February 4th, 2012

Hawaiian print: the knock-out spring look is here!

Hawaiian print is all about making a fashion forward statement in your off duty or/ and holiday wardrobe.

Michaela

 

Saturday, February 4th, 2012

Hello to Flower Power!

Floral prints are back, but this time with a big bang. They are big, bold, in bright colours and eye popping prints. There is nothing discreet about them, so you need to wear them with a bit of an attitude. Some prefer to wear them from head to print, others pair them with clashing colours- such as coloured denim- or print- I prefer  to tune them down with some neutral colours. Otherwise I feel they are wearing me and not visa versa- but this is down to personal preference and style personality. One of my favourite prints are from a newly discovered brand: “ Stolen Girlfriends Club”. Their printed blouse is simply divine and such a great wardrobe edit for us pear shaped women, but as well for lean columns, neat hourglass and rectangle. While printed tee luxe and printed shift dresses  are best left to lean columns, rectangles and neat hourglasses.

Here is some background information for those who have not heard of “Stolen Girlfriends Club”. They are the result of the coming together of a “motley crew of surfers done good”, otherwise known as friends Dan, Marc and Luke. Working from their Auckland base, these creatives didn’t establish themselves with the intention of becoming a cult fashion brand, but fell into the trade through a series of creative flirtations resulting in a fabulous t-shirt line that sealed the deal.

Don’t you just love this story- must get my hands on that printed make me feel good blouse!

Michaela

Friday, February 3rd, 2012

Forrest Green : Understated elegance by Malene Birger!

The colour forrest green is inncredibly versatile and a smart investment for any wardrobe as they are both flattering and effortlessly chic. Add a bit of a fashion edge by wearing it with print.  By Malene Birger collection is a mix of crisp Scandinavian design and cool references to 50s and 60s styling .

 Michaela

Friday, February 3rd, 2012

La Perla makes every day special!

Make every day a special day by wearing Italian label La Perla for timeless glamorous elegance. Since 1954 founder Ada Masotti – and now as well with son Alberto- they have used their skilful corsetry and high -quality fabrics to create unique, timeless beautiful underwear.

Michaela

 

Thursday, February 2nd, 2012

Duchess of Cambridge folk blouse by Alice by Temperley!

Duchess of Cambridge wore the “ Ivory Armonia Cotton Blouse” at the Calgary Stampede in Calgary, Alberta, Canada 2011. The folky feel of this blouse makes it perfect for pairing with denim jeans for laid-back weekend luxe.

Michaela

 

Wednesday, February 1st, 2012

New colour palette for Chloe’s bowling bags- simply understated luxe!

Keep all your must-haves safe under lock and key in the new colour range of Chloe’s bowling bags.They are refined classics that never fail to impress.

Michaela

 

 

Wednesday, February 1st, 2012

Out of Africa- a global trend 2012!

Here comes the spring edits with unique ethnic pieces that will take your wardrobe from simple to standouts. Immerse yourself in unexpected colours ,textures- weaves, raffia, tribal prints and macramé-style embellishment on the front. This trend might not be the ideal edit for a work wardrobe but is ideal for off -duty occasions and warm weather

Michaela

Tuesday, January 31st, 2012

Knit Dresses by Alexader McQueen!

The ” Knit Dresses” are the ideal clothing for the grey cold weather. They keep you warm, lift your spirit and are very versatile to wear. You can wear them with trousers, jeans, leggins, tights or printed tights for a creative look.  It will give you an instant cool ooze effortless elegance.

 

Michaela

Monday, January 30th, 2012