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When it comes to versatility you can’t much better than this black contrast edge vest with gold edging. Vest tops are perfect for wearing in so many different ways. They look great for both casual wear and for the evening. This vest top is particularly good for the evening due to its black colour and gold edging but is equally good for the daytime when worn in an all black, monochrome or brightly coloured outfit. Vest tops look great on their own in the warmer weather but also make a great under layer for wearing with jumpers, cardigans and jackets in the cooler autumn and winter weather.
The secret to looking great in a vest top is a great bra. A t shirt bra is the best way to avoid unsightly seams and to get a smooth outline. You should also ensure that you have the correct size to give you the support that you need and bra straps that sit firmly on your shoulders and do not slip down and become visible.
For a smart and very wearable outfit wear your vest top with some black trousers or a skirt and this Chanel style Black contrast edge cardigan. This is a really classic look that is comfortable and practical for work but also very stylish. An outfit like this is also incredibly slimming.
A black vest top is the ideal piece of clothing to wear with this tailored contrast stitch jacket and a pair of tailored trousers. This outfit is great for the autumn and winter. The jacket is a classic style that would be suitable for almost any smart work occasion but also has a slightly individual twist with the coloured contrast band around the waist and sleeves. If you get too warm in a centrally heated office, you can easily remove the jacket and wear the vest top on its own as it looks very good in its own right.
For a pretty and feminine but casual outfit try wearing your black vest top with a pair of jeans and this bolero/ over blouse. The light pink colour contrast perfectly with the black for a striking and eye catching outfit. Add a beautiful necklace or string of pearls to complete the outfit.
For a warm and bright autumn and winter outfit layer this knitted shrug over the vest top. Its bright colours and chunky knit makes it ideal for a warm casual outfit that would work well for walking in the park. You could add some brightly coloured beads to make the outfit even more fun and colourful.
This long line sleeveless waistcoat makes another really classic outfit when worn over a black vest top and black trousers. This would work particularly well for the late summer when the weather is starting to get a little cooler and you need a little extra warmth. A long line necklace would make a great finishing touch for this outfit.
A black vest top can also be accessorised in countless ways with scarves and jewellery for so many different looks.
Everyone is unique and individual and the way that you dress should reflect this. Your style is completely personal to you and should not only compliment your body shape and colouring but also reflect your preference and personality. The world would be a very boring place if everyone dressed the same, your own style will make you different to everyone else and make you stand out from the crowd. Having your own style does not mean that you cannot follow fashions, it just means that you pick and choose the items that you love instead of following every single fashion regardless of whether it looks good on you. Your own style is some thing that you will look and feel great in. If you feel happy and confident in your clothes then you will automatically look gorgeous and stylish. But if you have got into something of a style rut and find yourself wearing the same boring and uninspiring clothes all of the time, perhaps you need to put a little effort onto developing your own style, it is really easy.
The first step is to find out the colours and styles that really suit you. You do this by reading books, magazines an watching television programmes about fashion and style. Once you have established the key shapes to buy for your body shape and the colourings to suit your hair colour and complexion then you will always be able to find an outfit that looks great on you. You can then use these shapes as a basis for all of your outfits.
Once you know what looks good on you, you can choose whatever you want to wear from the latest trends, classic pieces, vintage pieces or completely unique and individual clothes. You can begin to add some of your own personality by accessorising or wearing your clothes in your own unique way. Perhaps you like to clash bright colours or patterns or team neutral tailored jackets with some really fun accessories. What ever it is that you like wearing, you can put your own unique stamp on it.
You can look for inspiration on how to put together outfits in all sorts of places from magazines and celebrities, to street style and historical costume. It really is up to you how you interpret this inspiration and turn it into your own style. Think about how you will combine different shapes, colours and textures and how you will add interest to your outfits. Remember that sometimes less is more and you don’t need to add any fuss or accessories. On the other hand why not break all of the rules and add as many accessories as you can.
Pick out clothes that make you feel great and really compliment your personality. If you are bold and out going wear bold, bright prints. If you prefer to be a little more subtle perhaps opt for neutral colours and add just a pop of colour with a bright accessory or two. You can be stylish, fashionable and have your own unique style that others recognise and admire, just think about your wardrobe, plan a little and wear what feels good.
The tailored jacket is a classic piece of clothing that always manages to make anyone look elegant and stylish. The word tailored can mean both made by a tailor or simple, trim, or severe in line or design. These days tailored jackets include anything with a structured shape and it is this structured shape that makes them so flattering. A good tailored jacket will give you some shape by highlighting the waist and bust but will skim over the curves rather than clinging to them. Tailored jackets are usually lined which helps them to hang just right and makes them really comfortable.
The length of a jacket is an important factor in determining how flattering it is. If you are short, a long jacket will make you look shorter unless it is really long or three quarter length. If you are pear shaped or have larger hips and thighs, it is best to choose a jacket that finishes at your hip bone. If the jacket finishes at the widest part of your body, it will draw attention to this area.
You should always make sure that your tailored jacket fits just right. If it is too small and pulls when done up, try a size bigger. If it is too big it will also make you look bigger. If you struggle to find the right size of jacket because of the length or the sleeves being too long, it is well worth getting them altered if you can find a size that fits perfectly in the body.
The fastening at the front of the jacket is another key factor to look at when selecting the perfect tailored jacket. If you have a large bust, steer clear of jackets with a round neck as these can tend to look a little matronly. V necks jackets are much more flattering when worn with a round neck top underneath. Double breasted jackets are great for tall slim ladies, single breasted are much better suited to shorter ladies.
Collar or no collar, the choice is yours. A jacket with a collar is often more suitable for work or business and one without a collar for occasions, although this is not a hard and fast rule. A collar can be flattering for those who do not like to show too much of their neck. Think carefully about how you may like to accessorise your outfit with scarves and necklaces as this will be affected by the type of collar on the jacket.
If you are wearing a long sleeved jacket, the sleeve should finish at your wrist. Any longer and shorter and it won’t look right. If you do have a jacket where the sleeves are too long or too short you can roll them up a little for a more casual look. Short sleeved tailored jackets are a good option for the summer and will give you a little bit extra freedom of movement and are especially good for work if you have a practical or hands on job. With a short sleeved jacket, you will have less flexibility about what you can wear underneath and will be limited to camisoles and short sleeved blouses.
Whilst tailored jackets are great for smart or formal occasions, they can also look really stylish for more casual outfits. Try dressing down a tailored jacket by wearing it with jeans or at shirt underneath or by rolling up the sleeves. With some jackets you can also turn the collar up.
If you are petite or under 5ft 2, it can sometimes be quite challenging to find clothes that suit you. There are however some great ways that you can keep everything in proportion and lengthen your body using the clothes that you wear. As a petite it is advisable to avoid wearing clothes that make you look shorter or wider in any way.Â
One of the most important rules of dressing as a petite is to wear fitted clothes and to avoid anything too baggy or chunky. Tailored jackets look great on petites. Clothes that are too baggy will make you look wider and swamp you. Similarly very chunky clothes will make you look bulky and out of proportion.
If you are short, there can be the temptation to add height by wearing very high heel shoes. Apart from the impracticalities of trying to walk in them, they can also sometimes look too much on someone with short legs. A pair of shoes with medium heels is the perfect answer, they are in proportion, easier to walk in and will give a bit of extra height.
There are some styles of clothing that will always flatter a petite figure. These include the three quarter length sleeve, straight leg trousers, skirts that finish just below the knee and empire line dresses. All of these pieces of clothing help to make the body and legs look longer.
Vertical or diagonal lines of any sort will help to lengthen the body. Use stripes, patterns or embellishments jewellery of scarfs for this purpose. Other details like draping, ruffles or frills are also good ways of creating body lengthening vertical or diagonal line. Horizontal lines have the opposite effect, making the body look shorter. You should avoid obvious belts, embellishments and stripes that create horizontal lines across the body as these will make you look shorter (and wider).
 Wearing an outfit in all one colour is also a very flattering way for petites to dress. If you wear a black dress with black tights and black shoes this will make you look taller. You can add some colour with accessories like a coloured handbag or scarf.
 If you choose to wear patterns, smaller scale patterns usually work best on petites. Think about polka dots, ditsy florals, paisly, animal or abstract prints. Very large florals or geometrics will look out of proportion.
Generally speaking as a petite simple and well fitting clothes look best. If you want to add interest to an outfit, you can do so with a small scale print or statement accessories. Finding the right pair of trousers can be a challenge and often the best way to guarantee a good fit is by getting them altered or doing so yourself if you know how.
Finally, as a petite, you should also dress according to your body shape. So if you have relatively large hips wear boot cut trousers and wide neck tops to balance them out. If you are an hourglass shape you can cinch clothes in at the waist buy choose a belt in the same colour as your clothes.
A black shift dress is such a classic piece of clothing. Every woman should own a classic black shift dress. Not only is it really flattering on most body types but it is also suitable for so many different occasions. I can be accessorised in so many different ways and dressed up or down as required. The perfect piece of clothing for work and for going out for drinks after work, just change your shoes and accessories for a completely different look. Here are 5 different ways to wear a classic black shift dress.
Flats and a cardigan -for a great daytime and fairly casual look, you can’t beat ballet flats and cardigans. You can brighten up the outfit with a brightly coloured or patterned cardigan or go for a more sedate look with a darker coloured cardigan in a green, red, grey or purple. A string of beads in a contrasting colour will complete the look perfectly. Another idea is to make a feature of your feet by wear beautiful and ornate embellished ballet pumps. This could even work for a fairly casual evening event if teamed with a beaded cardigan and clutch bag.
Court shoes and a tailored jacket -by teaming a tailored jacket with a shift dress you have a smart suit for work, meetings or interviews. For something that requires very conservative dress, add a black jacket. You can also combine with brightly coloured, monochrome or patterned jackets for a really eye catching look. A pair of medium height court shoes are practical to walk in but will also give your legs a bit of extra length. Accessories with simple accessories and a business like handbag. You could also add a coloured or patterned scarf as an interesting finishing touch.
Strappy sandals and a shrug or bolero – although most people tend to wear their black shift dresses during the day, you can make them work equally well for the evening with just a few simple additions. A pair of strappy sandals plus shrugs or boleros will give your dress instant evening appeal. A little sparkly jewellery and a gorgeous clutch will complete the outfit perfectly.
Opaque tights and knee high boots – or a warm and very chic look for the winter, add some opaque tights and knee high boots. If you are really brave you could try wearing brightly coloured or patterned tights but be careful as plain black tights are a more slimming option. Some boho jewellery would also work really well with this look.
A patterned scarf – The addition of a scarf can transform a plain black shift dress. There are so many different options to choose from and looks that you can create. Try a really long scarf to the lengthen the body. A short scarf wound round and tied at the side of the neck will give a fifties feel and a larger square scarf folded diagonally and worn over the shoulders will create a smart and more traditional look. Either choose a scarf in one colour which you can contrast with bag and belt or a patterned scarf for a really eyecatching look.
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