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A black shift dress is one of the items of clothes that every woman should have in their wardrobe. Just by changing your shoes and accessories it can change every look that you try. Shift dresses flatter every body shape and come in various colours and styles, which make them perfect to wear on any occasion â?? dressed up or dressed down.
If you go for the classic black shift dress, then take a look at the 5 different ways in which you can wear it for more than one occasion.
The Winter Look â?? thick tights with knee high boots
For ultimate winter style, try wearing your black shift dress with thick black tights and knee high boots. It is best to wear flat style winter boots as heeled boots will only start to turn the dress into an evening look. To break the outfit up, go for coloured accessories and a brightly coloured bag. Maybe even wear a woolly hat to go with the winter feel. The ideal, winter look for a shopping trip.
The Perfect Evening Dress â?? a shrug with strappy sandals
Team up your little shift dress with a glitzy shrug and some high heeled sandals for a great evening look. Go for different coloured sandals from the dress as this will help to create a colour burst in your outfit. Wear some simple, but sparkly jewellery which will add to the evening effect. Donâ??t forget your clutch bag, for extra glamour.
The 50s Effect â?? a Scarf
Team up a plain black shift dress with a brightly coloured scarf. Wearing a short scarf tied around the neck will give you the 50s feel. Or try a longer length scarf hung loosely around the neck, which will elongate your body shape; making you look taller and slimmer. Wear lower heels or flat shoes to dress down your look. Minimal accessories for this look and its best not to wear a necklace as it will only interfere with the scarf.
The Casual Look â?? Ballerina Style Pumps with a Cardigan
If you want to wear your shift dress in the daytime, but feel that itâ??s a little dressy, try and dress it down by wearing ballerina style flat shoes with a pretty coloured cardigan. Brighten up the dress by wearing a pink cardigan with pink flats or for a more demure look go for a deep purple cardigan and flats. Donâ??t over do the jewellery; a simple necklace which sits in the neckline will be perfect for the daytime, casual look.
The Smart Approach â?? Heels with a Tailored Jacket
Perhaps you have a big day at work and want to wear something different from the usual blouse and trousers look. Wear your shift dress with a pair of heels which will elongate your legs making you taller and accompany it with a smart tailored jacket. Again, simple accessories would complete the look, or go for a long string of pearls to really stand out against the black fabrics.
If you have a petite frame, it is important to choose the correct clothes to flatter your body. Ladies who come under the category of petite, are usually around 5’4â? or under. This height is probably more common than you think, which is why more designers are bringing out their own range of petite clothing.
The first thing you should consider is your body shape. This is especially true for petite frames, as you want to concentrate attention on the slimmer areas of your body, and draw attention away from the larger areas. You need to make sure your clothes fit well. If you wear clothes which are too big for your frame, you will just make your body look smaller. You don’t want to wear clothes which will drown you, so if you find trousers you love but are too long for your frame, then it’s well worth investing in some tailoring to make sure they fit you perfectly.
When it comes to prints and patterns, smaller is always better. Large prints will over power your body and will even make you look shorter than you are. Vertical prints are ideal for a petite frame, cable patterns and vertical pleats will flatter your figure. Light materials such as cotton and linen are also better for smaller ladies. Be careful not to wear too much layering as this will make you look a bit drowned out.
Try to make sure the length of your sleeves is about ¾ length. If you wear sleeves which go beyond your wrist, it will not look right with your frame. There are plenty of choices for tops and blouses which sit at a shorter length, and these will do wonders for a petite frame. Cropped length tailored jackets are a style which will look great on smaller ladies and tight fitting clothes will also flatter your frame, but only on the areas you wish to draw attention to. If you have a slim frame then you can wear clothes which are tight fitting all over, whereas if you are pear shaped you are best to wear tight fitting clothes on your top half, rather than the bottom half. V neck tops will also elongate your frame, so these are ideal for petite frames.
 Trousers which suit petite ladies are straight legged and bootleg styles. High waisted trousers are more suitable and flattering, as they will sit at a better length than low waisted trousers. Skirts should sit around knee length or above, mini skirts will also look fabulous on a smaller frame. Try not to wear contrasting colours, as this will take further length off your body.
If you want to create a bit more length, add a pair of stylish heels to your outfit. If you feel uncomfortable wearing heels, then wedges are a good alternative,as these are a bit easier to wear, but are also very stylish at the moment. These will elongate your body, and give the impression of longer legs.
If you choose to wear some jewellery with your outfit, it’s a good idea to keep it quite simple, as too much will over power your look.
When choosing what to wear each morning, how much thought do you put into your outfit? probably more than you realise. There are plenty of things to consider when choosing a stylish outfit some of which you will probably so subconsciously, some which require a little more deliberate planning.
Colour
The colour of clothing that you choose to wear will have a huge impact on how you look. Some colours will make you look really well and make your complexion glow whilst others will make you look drained. You should do a little research and work out which are you best colours so that you can glow every day.
Shape
It doesn’t really matter what size you are, the key to looking good is choosing the right clothes for your body shape. There are plenty of books and articles on the subject and once you have correctly worked out your body shape, you can fill you wardrobe with clothes which look great on you, making getting dressed in the morning much easier. Clothes that compliment your body shape will cleverly disguise, skim over and balance out the areas that you don’t like so much and draw attention to those that you do.
Fit
Finding the right clothes to fit you is another important aspect of looking stylish. Sleeves too long, waist band too tight and shirt buttons which pull are not good looks. By getting clothes that fir correctly you will avoid unsightly creasing, gaping and pulling of clothes. Clothes that are too big will also swamp you hiding your figure and making you look bigger. Badly fitting clothes are also likely to make you feel uncomfortable. A stylish person usually oozes confidence which is difficult to do when you are uncomfortable.
Interest
Unless you are going for the minimalist look every outfit should have something that makes it interesting. Perhaps a pop of colour, a great accessory, a variety of textures or a brightly coloured pattern. How you choose interesting outfits and add interest to your outfits is what makes up your own personal style. This is where you can get creative and find ways to really show off your personality and be unique.
Practicality
All of the clothes that you wear should be comfortable and practical and should prevent you from doing what you want. Some areas to consider when choosing your outfits is the ease of movement, warmth and how easy it is to walk in your shoes. Hobbling or tripping over in high heel shoes doesn’t look stylish no matter how stylish the shoes are, neither does shivering and looking cold because you don’t have an appropriate coat or jacket for the weather.
Appropriateness
Finally you should consider the appropriateness of your outfit. This can be a tricky one to decide and for different people and different occasions can mean different things. A work environment or place of religious worship may have their own dress codes as will formal or black tie events. On a daily basis, you may also consider whether your choice of clothes is age appropriate , but again this will be different for different people. The black long sleeved tailored contrast jacket (pictured above) will be appropriate for most smart occasions.
Coco Chanel was probably one of the most iconic designers ever and along with Christian Dior can be classed as one of the most important influencers of ladies fashion in the Twentieth century. Her influence continues today with the many Chanel inspired pieces of clothing that come back into fashion year after year.
A Chanel style jacket is usually similar to the many jackets designed by Coco Chanel. It is characterised by its box-shaped and collarless jacket style. It was originally inspired by a cardigan sweater in the 1930′s but is still hugely popular now. A Chanel-style jacket is often made of nubby fabrics like the signature tweed often used and typically features contrasting trim and patch pockets. The Chanel style of jacket works particularly well for slim and average size figure and can also be flattering for women with long waists and small chests.
Since its original conception by the House if Chanel the jacket has also evolved into many new styles. Surprisingly, it is now even possible to buy Chanel jacket inspired cardigans with a round neck and design which looks like edging. You can also get the same look but with a longer line instead of the traditional boxy jacket. Trims vary from grosgrain ribbon to lace and net.
Whilst the original Chanel jacket was usually worn with a suit, these days they can be dressed up with a smart skirt or down with a pair of jeans. You will also see them in all sorts of different colours from pastel shades to monotone.
Coco ‘Gabrielle’ Chanel was particularly recognised for introducing comfortable more casual clothes which were a definite contrast to the corsets worn by most in the thirties and particularly the styles of Christian Dior which emphasised the feminine figure. The loose fitting box style jackets and suits that Chanel designed were comparatively masculine. Chanel herself wore mannish clothes and all of her designs were adapted from these styles which she found so liberating. Isn’t it funny how times change as a Chanel style suit is now considered quite ladylike in comparison to the jeans worn by many. Coco Chanel was pioneering in her use of jersey in ladies fashion, a fabric which dominates the catwalks at the moment.
Other designs iconic designs by Coco Chanel which also became iconic include her little black dress and quilted handbags.
This navy fringe trim jacket with long sleeves is inspired but the original Chanel style jacket but has also been adapted slightly to suit the modern women. Its longer length make it a little more flattering and the fringe and lace trim add to the interest. It also has a beautiful and eye catching pattern and would look equally stylish with the mid length straight skirt in the same fabric, contrasting navy trousers or even a pair of jeans.
There has been a lot of talk about classic ladies clothes lately. Classic clothing is the latest trend in women’s fashion. In a rebellion against the fast changing trends of late, ladies are opting for timeless classics that will last for many years to come. The beauty of classic pieces is not only that they are great for the future but also that they have stood the test of time. They are the styles that women love to wear for their ability to flatter, wearability and style. Classic clothes do not have to look boring and generic though. Whilst often the beauty of classic clothes is their simplicity, they can also be accessorised and teamed with up to the minute ladies fashion for a really fresh and on trend look.
The A Line Dress
The a line dress is a really popular and classic style because if its ability to flatter. It is especially good for ladies with larger hips and thighs as skims over the area and disguises them. The a line dress is also incredibly flattering, it lends itself to ladies dresses for all sorts of occasions including sun dresses, evening dresses and day dresses and cocktail dresses. This red and white contrast print dress is a great version of the a line dress that is perfect for the summer and would not look out of place at any special occasion.
The Shift Dress
The shift dress is a staple in almost every woman’s wardrobe and with very good reason. The beauty of the shift dress is its ability to adapt to so many different situations. It is works equally well for occasion wear, work wear or for the evening. It is also availble in so many different forms from the classic black sleeveless round neck shift (pictured above) that can be accessorised in many different ways for multiple looks to the patterned and printed shift which makes a real fashion statement.
The White Blouse or Shirt
The white shirt or blouse is yet another classic piece of clothing that is hugely versatile. It will work with jeans for a casual look or tailored trousers for a smart look for ork. Whether you choose to wear a feminine or masculine style of shirt or blouse will depend on the look that you want to create but the overall effect will be a simple, clean, minimalist style. This longline pin tuck blouse is a fitted shape to give it a flattering look.
The Classic Tailored Black Jacket
A classic tailored black jacket is another flattering piece that works for multiple occasions. Team with black trousers of askirt for work, a beautiful dress for the evening or brightly coloured or patterned shift dress for a day time occasion. A tailored jacket is the most flattering style of jacket available and black is not only versatile but also very slimming.
By building a wardrobe based around a few key classic items, you can ensure that you always have something to wear. You can create so many different looks by mixing and matching and accessorising just a few classic pieces.