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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

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

Mango’s hairbands!

Hairbands make the ideal accessorie to add a pop of colour or pattern to your outfit.

Michaela

 

 

 

Thursday, February 2nd, 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

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

Best dress at the SAG awards 2012!

Here is my top 5 best dressed list for the Screen Actors Guild Award 2012:

1. Jane Krakowski in Antonio Berardi/

You can buy the corset maxi dress at Joy of Cothes

2. Emma Stone in Alexander McQueen

3.  Emily Blunt in Oscar de la Renta

It is available to buy at Joy of Clothes

4. Stacy Keibler in Marchesa

5. Natalie Portman in Giambattista Valli Couture 2012

Michaela

 

Monday, January 30th, 2012

Diane von Furstenberg: The future is bright!

Diane von Furstenberg gained initial success in 1972 with her iconic printed jersey wrap dresses. Today her clothing are essentials and part of a stable wardrobe for any woman. This season her range is all about colour blocking bright colours with neutral colours.  A trend that is feminine and chic.

Michaela

Saturday, January 28th, 2012

It a “Hot Pink” Issue!

” Hot Pink” puts a contemporary spin on essential clothing. The hot hue makes a bold fashion-forward statement on chic and modern essentials.  These fluorescent items will create a striking pop of colour to your outfit. This bright colour brings focus and attention to that part of your body. So, make sure it highlights your advantages and keeps your body shape in visual balance.

Michaela

Friday, January 27th, 2012