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Vests - The Outer Layer Variety
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We're seeing lots of knitted tabards (or vests) right now, and they are great transitional pieces. Easily layered over a shirt or long sleeve t-shirt.
Choose one of your best neutral colours and enjoy creating lots of outfits with it.
Watch the cap-sleeve of the vest though; if your shoulders are wider than your hips, it will highlight this. Instead, choose a sleeveless design. I love this one from Next, ideal for Lights, Warms & Softs. |
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As well as serving a purpose, a belt is a fabulous accessory to finish off an outfit. It's a great way to accentuate the waist and complement a curvy figure.
If you are high waisted, you may find that wide belts do not work particularly well, so try a dropped belt or a very narrow one. Wider belts are excellent for those who are low waisted or have a long torso .
Choose a soft, supple belt if you are very curvy, as opposed to a structured leather. Suede is a good choice.
Contrary to popular belief, a belt will not give you a waistline if you don't have one (sorry!). In fact, if you carry weight around your middle, it will draw the eye to this area. That said, wearing a belt under a cardigan or longer jacket can trick they eye into believing there is a waist under there somewhere.
For a polished look, use a coloured belt to bring the colours of your outfit together.
Belts featured are from Joules. |
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There's nothing quite like a wardrobe refresh, than injecting a new colour. Pantone have two colours for 2021: Ultimate Grey and Illuminating. And of course don't forget the colour me beautiful colours for 2021: Orchid and Olive Grove.
So that's four colours that we will be seeing lots over the next two seasons. Of course, I never tell you that you shouldn't wear a particular colour, but I will show you how to wear it. Take for example Illuminating. You may think that a Cool palette (think Jamie Lee Curtis) may struggle with this very zingy yellow. But, by toning it down to a more icy shade, wearing it away from her face and combining it with a cool colour such as Ultimate Grey, she can wear it very successfully.
You don't have to follow colour trends to remain current, a pop of any colour in the right shade to suit your look will always make you stand out from the crowd (for the right reasons). |
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The Latest From My Studio
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My studio is still open, although virtually - and I have some up coming virtual group sessions for you, which are a perfect pick me up and some 'me' time. You can emerge from lockdown brimming with ideas and enthusiasm for the season ahead!
Then from the 12th April, I will be resuming face to face consultations. My first few weeks back are getting booked up, so if you want a session in April / May, then drop me a line asap to secure your preferred date.
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SEASONAL STYLE UPDATES SS'21
Booking is now OPEN for my (very popular and always fun!) SEASONAL UPDATES for SS'21
These sessions will be virtual, and conducted over Zoom
- Thursday 22nd April, 10am - 11.30pm
(in collaboration with Lou from Captain Tortue Clothing)
- Friday 23rd April, 10am - 11.30pm
SEASONAL UPDATES include:
- The key trends for SS'21
- The 'hot' colours for SS'21
- How you can wear the latest trends, taking into consideration your colouring and body shape
- Tips and advice on how to put whole outfits together for the new season
- Handy take away guide (posted out after the session)
- Plus on the 23rd you will also be able to see the SS’21 collection from Captain Tortue
All from £15 pp (or bring a friend, and both of your tickets will be £10)
Book your place by emailing me
If you cant make these dates - then let me know and I can arrange a bespoke Seasonal Update session for you
Or why not book a virtual session with a group of you friends as a fun and informative thing to do? I can arrange a bespoke session for you and your friends / family. |
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