Fashions are constantly changing; keeping up with the latest trends can in fact become quite exhausting. However if you intend to spend a small fortune on a certain piece of attire, you will most definitely want to know that the item purchased will stay in trend!
This is why prior to purchasing anything of expense; you should check the current fashion forecast. Watching the latest shows, reading up on style editorials and keeping an eye on what the A-list celebrities are wearing is always a good way to learn of what’s hot and what’s not!
If you are buying an expensive bag or pair of shoes, choose a colour that will compliment the rest of your wardrobe. For example a bright orange pair of shoes may look fab on the shop shelves, but they certainly are not everyday wear. Opt instead for a neutral toned pair. This way you will be able to wear them more often than not.
This isn’t always the case however; if you want to make a statement, choose something in a super hot shade instead! A bag for example in a super hot hue doesn’t need to go with everything in your wardrobe as it quite simply makes a statement on its own.
Never wear too many trends at one time. This might work if you are going for an eclectic look, only a few certain individuals can however pull such a style off.
The most important rule of style is to feel confident in what you are wearing. Even if you are lucky enough to buy into the latest McQueen design, if you don’t think you look one million pounds in it, this negativity will shine through. You will instead appear uncomfortable and anything but confident.
Some things will never go out of fashion and others will come back into fashion, this is why it is wise to hold onto any designer goods, even if you keep them folded up at the back of your wardrobe until the fashions change!
Teanagers can be tricky to buy for but the shops have an amazing amount of products any teen would love, from stylish clothes to fabulous accessories. Shopping in Newcastle is a great experience and there is a Lipsey shop in St Andrews Way, which has a snug fitting black and beige dress that will cling to any teenage figure. Wear with a cute cut-off jacket.
Prefer to dress more casual go for tight tapered jeans in the brightest red from Topman at £36, then team it up with Allsaints Haywood striped crew top for a look that’s very in today.
Every teen loves shoes and there is wonderful choice in many of the Newcastle shops, but if you’re not shy try Aries court shoes in red that are priced at £100 at Carvela stockists nationwide, wow is all we can say!
Harder wearing and very retro comes in the shape of these studded cowboy boots in tan leather that are from Jules B.
There are lots of tempting accessories to finish your look off. A grey tweed messenger bag from Ted Baker is a good size for daily use, but for evenings opt for the feather print clutch bag from Mulberry as it adds a touch of class to evening wear.
Pop inside the Diva brush and Assistant comb to touch up that big hair look at the incredible price of £2.50 and £2. Vogetti has designed these, next add a bit of bling with Disney Couture at Psyche with the Snow White Poison Apple Ring, this gold ring is encrusted with red crystals and has a small green apple in the centre. This is the perfect gift for the big kid! Accessorize is a bazaar of glittering pieces but their stone cuff at £20 really makes a statement.
Easy elegance is very much in this season and is certainly replacing the eccentric festival attire and club wear of the past season.
Easy elegance is a sophisticated yet minimal look, something that looks effortlessly thrown together and offers a simple and subdued style. Add a pair of killer shades and an uber high pair of white heels and you will ready to sip cocktails on that yacht in Marbella!
This is the perfect style to invest in if you are not quite ready to morph into the richer shades of autumn. Maybe you may have a last minute holiday planned or intend to bask in the last rays of the summer sun!
Designers that have this trend down to a tee include the likes of Stella McCartney, Chloe and Celine. Take a look at their recent runway shows in order to steal a little style inspiration for the all-new minimal trend.
Think smart trousers in luxe fabrics and invest in a few statement pairs as these are to form the basics to a series of outfits, add a monochramatic dress for a more dressy occasion and accessories with simple yet chunk accessorries in either soft gold or statement silvers. You will look like the perfect stylista in no time!
Curves are in and a great asset, so if you are lucky enough to have them, flaunt them! However style secrets are important and should be acknowledged at all times if you wish to create an outfit that is both on trend and in style for your body shape!
Such style tips that will allow you to create a look that screams the above includes keeping the silhouette close but not too tight. This way you will appear trimmer, trying to hide under baggy clothes will in fact make you appear bigger in size!
Dark and block palettes are great colour options as they will make a fuller figure appear slimmer, enhancing the good bits and hiding the bits you don’t wish to flaunt! You can of course still appear lean when wearing bright hues. Just stay away from patterned pieces as these will appear bigger and the whole look will appear a little too complicated.
Tight sleeves are a no no as they will accentuate bigger arms and bulges. Fabrics and materials should in turn skim the skin. Bell sleeves are a great option and very chic for the new season!
Dress the look up with key jewellery pieces in the shape of statement necklaces, matching bracelets and chunky earrings. A pair of great heels is also a must as the height will make you appear slimmer and taller!
Maxis are a must this season and the best bit, they are set to continue into next season with a few simple tweaks right into the next season. Wear them in the summer with on trend gladiator chunky sandals and shades, wear them in the winter with biker boots, long sleeved tees worn underneath, chunky knits, cardigans, scarves and hats.
Maxis are not only the perfect festival attire, they are also great for a quick trip to the shops, a leisurely lunch with the girls, a walk in the park, a picnic or the beach.
Many celebs adore this style and wear it as their go-to casual cool look when they are off the red carpet. However this year has also showcased some extremely embellished maxis that when worn with heels are the perfect party piece. Try wearing a floor length maxi in either mauve, silver grey or salmon pink with an embellished bust and sheer skirt with uber high heels for the ultimate party look!
This season is just one of the many that has once again showcased such a style. The only difference being that not only does the maxi dress still appear to be going strong, the maxi skirt is also big! This is a great alternative to the dress and allows you to team the maxi with a cutesy top or laid back retro style tee!