A wedding dress is one of the biggest fashion expenses a girl will make, averaging £1,500 in the UK. Many will spend twice that. However, for those with a more modest budget to work with, take a look at what’s on the high street. An explosion of pretty, affordable bridal-ware has taken place with a […]
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Unless you’re a seasoned skier and already have all the kit, deciding what to invest in can be a tricky task. Skiing is an expensive past-time. If, on top of your flights, car hire, accommodation, insurance (a must), lift passes and equipment rental, you also have to buy a new wardrobe, you don’t want to […]
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Everyone is talking these days about sustainable fashion. We are creating an astonishing amount of consumption and waste and this is having a hugely negative effect on our environment. Landfill, greenhouse gas emissions, cheap labour, chemicals used for dyeing and treating many fabrics are taking their toll, and while some designers like Stella McCartney and […]
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10 Ways to Wear the Classic Breton StripeI rarely come across a wardrobe that doesn’t contain at least one Breton top (often several). Classic items become classics for a reason and the Breton top has been part of that fraternity since it’s introduction to French navy seamen in the mid 1800s. Everyone from Bridget Bardot, […]
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The tailored suit has been been around for decades and none more so than now. Up and down the high street there has been an explosion of tailoring ensembles in a wealth of fabrics and affordable prices. This timeless trend is one of the most reliable items in a woman’s wardrobe. It delivers on so […]
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There are few things more ubiquitous with spring/summer fashion than floral. But while it might be scented heaven for romantic dressers, floral prints can get a mixed reception. Pretty and fresh on some, floral can also be viewed as frumpy and middle aged. Not everyone is going to be able to pull off a Victorian […]
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How to Wear CamelCamel, like navy, is a wardrobe staple. It may not scream out at you but in its own quiet way, nothing says chic more than this understated shade. Think of it as a neutral. It is incredibly versatile and will go with any colour. It’s particularly good with […]
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How to avoid buying clothes you won’t wearWith today’s high street shouting from every shelf and rail for our attention (and credit cards), it’s easy to get seduced. Here are some of my tips on how to shop wisely for clothes.A groaning wardrobe with the majority of it unworn is all too common and can […]
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There were some fabulous outfits at the Royal Wedding including a picture perfect bride. However, not everyone got it right. I have picked out my favourites and explained why some strayed into the didn’t quite work fashion territory.Dress of the day. Amal Clooney nails it in this Stella McCartney mustard yellow dress. Love the combination […]
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Gone are the days when boots were something you only wore in winter. They have become so settled into our wardrobes that you’re as likely to wear them mid-summer as you are on a cold day. In many ways boots are far less work than shoes. Not the kitten or stiletto heels, the ones that […]
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