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This spring and summer there will be two very strong but contrasting trends. Bold, bright and busy including all of those tribal, floral and abstract prints sometimes all mixed together in clashing eclectic outfits. On the other hand there is an abundance of minimalist, neutral and pastel shades for spring. Which ever camp you fall into there is plenty of choice in all sorts of different styles to suit all shapes and sizes. Perhaps you will follow both trends by mixing some of the seasons neutrals with some full on patterns.
This seasons neutrals come in a variety of hues ranging from white, cream and beige to warmer pink, peach and rose tones. There is also a great palette of cool pastels to choose from. Ice Cream, sherbet or candy colours are all great descriptions of these colours. They are sweet but not sickly sweet. Cute but not too cute. Perfect for those who want to look feminine but in a sophisticated way.
You can take inspiration from how these neutral and pastel tones were worn on the catwalk. There were plenty of both military and safari influences with crisply tailored jacketsin shades of beige, camel and stone. From Celine to Oscar De La Renta safari shorts, utility trousers and tailored jackets were all hot looks.
At Jil Sander, the master of minimalism clean lines and tailoring in unbleached shades of hessian and hemp had unfinished edges for a raw, earthy feel. At Chanel the neutral colours were balanced by textured fabrics in classic Chanel style.
From Calvin Klein to Dior, Versace and Tommy Hilfiger to name but a few there were sheer and floaty creations in sugary pastel shades. Baby blues, pastel pinks, pale yellow, spearmint and lilacs all gave a very sweet and feminine feel which was balance by thigh skimming skirts and splits. There were also plenty of frothy and frou frou dresses in shades of cream, white and rose. The swirls of ruffle and tiers of pleats seen at the catwalk shows of Valentino, Gianfranco Ferre, Roksanda Ilincic, Roberto Cavalli, Chanel, Fendi and Chloe (the list goes on) were as romantic and feminine as it gets but carefully balanced by their neutral colours for a fairytale frock heaven.
Then there were the underwear inspirations. Flesh coloured and cream corsets were very visible at Bottega Veneta, Dolce and Gabbana, John Paul Gaultier, Louise Goldin and Just Cavalli. Wearing ones underwear on the outside seems to be all the rage. But if this look is too much for you a delicate satin camisole or corset top worn with a jacket is a far more wearable way to work this trend.
Finally, we couldn’t talk about neutrals without mentioning the ever popular trench or rain coatsas seen on the catwalks for spring and summer at Charles Anastase, Pringle, Burberry Prorsum, Sportsmax, Dior and Marc by Marc Jacobs. Each version had its own slightly different features. The Burberry Prorsum mini trench worn with a short skirt and socks and sandals may well be one of the biggest looks for the summer.
A great way to wear this trend for a really relaxed look is to combine neutral stone and beige tones with pastel and baby blues and tan leather accessories. Most of us will look good in some sort of neutral, but you may need to try a few before finding the perfect shade to suit your skin tone.
Building an outfit is a bit like building a house. You need to start with the right foundations before adding any more layers. If you don’t put down the right foundations the house may end up wonky and lopsided. With an outfit the foundations are your underwear, Trinny and Susannah pants will give you a slim shape, just the right base for your outfit. Choosing the right underwear is key to the final look of your overall outfit. At best the right underwear can streamline your appearance, make you look slimmer and highlight your best ‘assets’ at worst the wrong underwear can be very uncomfortable, even causing back problems and make you look lumpy and a strange shape.
Body con dresses have become really fashionable in recent years and with tight fitting dress it is absolutely essential to wear underwear to give you a smooth and streamlined shape. But with looser fitting clothes underwear is also important, a smooth slimline shape will help your clothes to hang just right and cling in the right places. You will also want underwear that is not visible at all once you are dressed.
For a special occasion or evening event, you will probably want to make that little extra effort to ensure that your outfit looks 100% perfect. This is where shape wear like the Tinny and Susannah pants come in. They will allow you to feel slim and confident in your chosen outfit so that you can really enjoy yourself.
The Trinny and Susannah high waister pants and magic bum, tum and thigh reducer pants can make you drop a dress size (without dieting or visiting the gym). They also slim the tummy, bottom and thighs creating a smooth and streamlined silhouette. They are the result of over a decade of research and testing and the reviews of this product speak for themselves with comments like “very happy”, “does what it says”, “looks good, does the trick” and ” I believe in miracles”.
This shape wear is ideal for those of us who just don’t have time to get to the gym and tone up their stomachs, bottom and legs. They are great if you are self conscious about any of these areas of the body and will give you confidence in your appearance.
Trinny and Susannah became famous as presenters and stylists of the hit TV makeover show ‘ What not to wear’. Their no nonsense and brutally honest approach won them many followers and enemies as they helped women to work through their “appearance issues” and look more stylish. On the shows one of their top recommendations for women, as they pulled and pushed them into shape, was that underwear was a really important part of any outfit and the right pants can work wonders. Although quite bullish, Trinny and Susannh are passionate about making women feel happy and confident in what they wear. The Trinny and Susannah pants are a great way for women that are worried about their body shape or wobbly bits to do this.
All too often women neglect to consider their choice of underwear as part of their overall outfit, which is ultimately a huge mistake. It is extremely important that when deciding upon what to wear at any given time that careful consideration is given to the choice of underwear which is also to be worn.
Nowadays there is a growing abundance of options when it comes to womens underwear and this should be kept in mind at all times. In the not too distant past there was little choice when it came to shopping for underwear and women settled for what they could find. Although this situation has changed dramatically in recent times in the respect that women are no longer faced with a limited choice of underwear some things still remain unchanged. For instance a large majority of women continue to simply settle for the first type of underwear that they can get their hands on. However, this is thought to be a big mistake as nowadays a person’s choice of women’s underwear can simply make or break an outfit.
When attending a formal event where evening wear is the norm it is important that an adequate amount of time is dedicated to considering which underwear to team with the chosen ensemble. For example if the chosen piece of evening wear is meant to huge one’s curves then it might be advisable to opt for shapewear underwear.
The range of shapewear available nowadays is extremely vast and can help women with a whole host of problems. Whether the women in question is worried that her stomach is not flat enough or whether she feels her bottom needs a lift to carry off her choice of dress then there is certainly shapewear to solve each of these problems. Moreover shapewear should be given much consideration if the dress to be worn is made of chiffon or other similar clingy materials as such materials can be quite unforgiving.
At such formal events women to want to look their very best so it is consequently important that all women consider the underwear they intend to wear. It is surprising the difference that such a choice can make and how much a woman’s confidence can be affected.
Good underwear really does matters. If every woman is really honest, she is far more concerned with what her finished outfit looks like than what is worn underneath, but the right underwear can make all the difference to an outfit, and as much care should be taken when choosing that as when deciding what to wear on the outside.
One of the most important items to have in the home when getting dressed for any occasion is a full-length mirror, and it’s a good idea, when deciding which outfit to wear, to make sure you are wearing the correct underwear, and to check both back and front in the mirror before stepping outside.
The best way to choose new womens underwear is to be professionally measured for it, and many retailers offer such a service. The person doing the measuring will have been properly trained to do it correctly, and to advise on the perfect size for each individual, even choosing a selection for them to try on.
It’s a well-known fact that most women wear bras in the wrong size for them and, once they have been fitted professionally, they will find that the right one makes all the difference, not just to how they look, but also to how they feel about themselves. Underwear can literally make or break an outfit, and the right undergarments will instantly turn an outfit from the mundane to the spectacular, and making the most of the wearer’s body. It will give an immediate confidence boost, too.
Underwear matters with every outfit. For instance, for the athletic types, specially-designed sports bras are available which ensure that strenuous activity can be undertaken in comfort, and there are bras made specifically for wearing under smooth t-shirts, too.
One thing is for sure – wearing the right underwear not only works wonders for the top layer, it makes a girl feel good, too.
Plummeting temperatures and unpredictable snowfalls demand warmer clothes. For many women, a typical winter outfit involves more shudder-worthy bunching and unprecedented bulging than the desired streamline goddess look. From unflatteringly baggy coats to frumpy chunky boots, it sometimes seems like staying stylish as the first freeze of winter approaches is impossible. Nevertheless, there are actually plenty of ways to tactfully layer clothing for a flattering finished result without sacrificing protection from the dreaded winter chill.
Here is how you layer fashionably and fabulously:
Step 1:
First and foremost, choose a comfortable yet flattering camisole. You should aim to find at least two styles of camisole. Some people opt for bright colours to wear over their bra, in order to add a touch of colour to the day. Regardless, it is imperative that your chosen camisoles have a little stretch; this will ensure that they skim your body rather than cling to it. Furthermore, too much lace or other decorations may show through the next layer, therefore plainer cuts and styles are usually best. Depending on how cold your environment is you may even want to wear more than one camisole at a time, possibly varying lengths and colours.
Step 2:
Search for the perfect t-shirt. Layer a close fitting t-shirt over your camisole. Again, something with some stretch will be the most flattering because you will be wearing at least a couple more layers over it and don’t want to appear too bulky. For a trendy look, choose a t-shirt that’s slightly shorter than your camisole so that part of the camisole peeks out. Aim for winning colour combinations, like black & white, bright red & violet, brown & forest green.
Step 3:
Next purchase a long-sleeve. Select a sleek long-sleeve top that doesn’t bunch or ride up over your bottom layers. The top can have buttons or be button less, but the key is to maintain the slimmest profile possible, a fitted shirt is always popular. Keep in mind the neckline of the tee you have on underneath, too. Concealing the bottom t-shirt’s neckline is generally prettier than leaving it exposed. Furthermore, if you want to be even warmer you can fetch a sleeveless layer to put over your long-cardigan or your stylishly warm chunky knitwear, like Gilets or body warmers for example. Gilets in particular have plenty of insulation and slip on and off with ease, no fuss!
Step 4:
Finally, the great thing about winter is that you have many more opportunities to accessorize. Pull out you trusty hats scarves and gloves, but don’t stop there. Look out your favourite jewellery and purchase some snazzy tights to finish off your winter look to perfection!
Always remember that the layering and accessorising is simply the icing of a very well decorated cake, so be creative and have fun with it!