For centuries, the western world has taken inspiration from the Orient. The unique and opulent fabrics, textures and prints have long been revered. Posen, Michael Kors and Marchesa have all used this inspiration in their collections. The mixture of black, blues, and golds have all been incorporated seamlessly with ornate flower-based patterns. Also, the use […]
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Hair accessories have always been a great way to add interest to your outfits. Hats, jewels and beaded headbands have been in and out of popularity. However, there has always been an accessory of the moment. This season, hair turbans have become the go-to piece to add flair to your hair and to amp up […]
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One of my favourite trends for Summer 2013 is the minimalistic ankle strap. Chic, simple and sophisticated, the ankle strap can be rocked on almost any type of sandal and is a stylish way to show off our pedicures during the warmer months of the year. Ankle strapped sandals look great paired with cropped pants, […]
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Bacon and lettuce’s best friend, tomato, hasn’t always had a fair shake. After years of being left out of the fashion world, finally tomato has been given the opportunity to be showcased and to shine. Although the colour may be difficult to initially describe, tomato is defined as red based with a tinge of orange. […]
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Wearing denim on denim has always been a controversial and tricky trend in fashion. It can either work really well to create a casual daytime outfit, or turn out really bad, as in Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears bad back in 2001. While this fashion catastrophe stirred up quite the debate, the trend of layering […]
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Over the last few years, fashion has looked eastward for inspiration, taking cues from countries like Japan and India for colour palettes and new silhouettes. One of the biggest trends to come out of this influence is the fashion kimono. Designers have taken this classic Japanese geisha attire and transformed it into an easy, […]
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When it comes to clothing, the classic blazer is undeniably my fashion weakness. I’m a sucker for a comfortable, well-tailored blazer to quickly throw on and instantly transform a casual day outfit to a professional and sophisticated look. While the neutral dark shades of blacks, blues and greys have always been the traditional “go-to” […]
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Jewelry has always been an easy way to reinvent or to add excitement to an outfit. Usually, wearing an understated necklace is the way to go. However, this season bigger is better. There is nothing more interesting or stunning than an eye catching statement necklace. Elaborate statement necklaces have been seen everywhere from […]
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It’s hard not to be drawn to the intricacies of lace & crochet detailing on apparel; to me, it represents the beginning of summer, and a feeling of lightness and ease. Fortunately, this trend has been slowly making its way back onto the runways as designers reach for a more bohemian aesthetic for summertime apparel. […]
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The first official day of summer is just around the corner. That means every weekend should be filled with BBQs and trips to the beach. Preparing for fun in the sun is simple if you keep these beach necessitates close by and ready to go at a moment’s notice. Whether you wear a dress or […]
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