Building a Wardrobe...

When it comes to building your wardrobe, you need to see what you have and what you need.

Evaluate your Closet

There are many people out there that don’t even know what they have in their closets. You need to have a look so that you know what you are working with. You may find that you only need a small addition to your wardrobe or you may find that you need a lot.
Take a notebook and write down in columns what you have. Make a column for staples that will include pencil skirts, flare skirts, denim, blouses etc. once you have made your list you can evaluate what you need and what you don’t need.

To Keep or Not to Keep

When it comes to building a wardrobe you will also need to know what you need to keep and what you should throw out. If you have certain pieces that you love then keep them.

Budget Wisely

Wardrobes are not built in a day, as it can take years to get your wardrobe to where you want it and you will constantly be updating it. You should make a 12-month plan and a budget. You also don’t need a large budget every month, you can buy just one piece every month, but that one piece will go towards creating your wardrobe.

Shopping

In order to maximize your shopping time, you need to have a good idea of what you need. You need to prioritize your pieces so that you can get them according to urgency. You can prioritize according to what you wear weekly so that you can coordinate with other pieces. 

Also don’t rush out and buy as this will lead to impulse buying and regret. Rather just buy one or two pieces that you love so you stay on budget and because you love them then you are more likely to wear them a lot. This adds true value to your wardrobe.




Source: http://thehubfashionweek.com/?p=73

How to Know you are in a Style Rut...

There are times when you figure that you have nothing to wear. Here is how you know that you have hit a style rut and how you are able to get out of them. 


The Jean Go To
Jeans are a classic for everyday wear, but you should have other casual go to's.

Try swapping out your jeans for leather pants, cargo or a wool mini. You should wear these just like you would wear denim and pair them with an oversized sweater, a button down, a sweatshirt and an oxford shoe or a low heel boot.

Wearing Black All the Time
Always wearing black is a hard habit to break. You should slowly start going into colour by starting small with like a coloured accessory, a coloured bag or a coloured shoe. If you want to be a little more daring then why not try a printed silk shirt or even a printed pant.

The Uniform
At work you may always notice that you end up wearing the same thing like a shift dress, a pantsuit or a button down tucked into a pencil skirt.

When you get dressed for the office why not pull out a fancy shirt and wear it like a basic piece. A piece that has a little sparkle, a print or a risky neckline will liven up your work wear basics.




Source: http://thehubfashionweek.com/?p=61

The Denim Jacket – A Style Staple You Should NEVER Ditch...

A denim jacket is perennial. It’s one of the most versatile and recurring trends fashion has ever seen!  

Every season, the denim jacket is given a fresh twist – from boyfriend cuts and stonewash blue, to cut-outs, crops and embellishments.

The evolution of the denim jacket is a long story. It started off as a work wear item for American cowboys in 18th century. It started to have more mainstream appeal in the ‘60s thanks to Hollywood and Wild West cowboy films.

Denim jackets really came to the fore when they made iconic by heartthrobs like James Dean and Elvis Presley. Swoon!

Furthermore, the jacket has become one of most common unisex style items of today. Men may have started the trend, but women and the fashion industry picked it up and ran with it (whilst in heels obvs). The denim jacket is now a full on high-fashion item, being seen on catwalks from Burberry to Ashish! 

Back on the streets and although the denim jacket was never created just to keep the cool kids warm, nowadays there isn’t an East London hipster without an oversized vintage Levi’s jacket around their shoulders or waists.

The denim jacket has continued to be a key style feature through nearly every decade! A denim jacket, distressed t-shirt and a rather dodgy haircut became the iconic image of the punk rock era.
Today, we just cant get enough of the a denim jackets dress down vibe! It continues to reinvent itself and move with the times. The style has become the canvas for new designers to doodle, print and embellish. Every fresh new take on the trend (even if you’re just covering the jacket in sequins) gives us hope that this wardrobe staple will be around for a good while longer.

[Madonna in New York, 1984. Photo by Michael Putland/Getty Images. Leanne Walker 2015, Photo by Kirstin Sinclair/Getty Images]]
Denim jackets did have a brief fashion fail in the ‘90s.
Justin and Britney stepped out looking like they’d taken a bath in some superglue and then rolled around in a denim factory…and we all hung our heads in shame. Luckily fashionistas and celebrities such as Rita Ora have learned from the mistake and are back to rocking double denim and jackets in all the right ways!

Pop star and hip hop artists continue to rock denim jackets with the swagger that we can only wish to emulate. Rihanna has always been a fan, continuing to give it a high fashion stamp of approval. I’m sure Rihanna would agree with me when I say that when it comes to denim jackets - hoard, invest (or just borrow your boyfriend’s). Your denim jacket may fade but its effortless chic will never be out of date or out of style.

Source: https://uk.style.yahoo.com/post/125335783539/the-denim-jacket-a-style-staple-you-should-never

14 Of Michael Kors’ Sassiest Quotes...

One of fashion’s most colourful characters, Mr Michael Kors turns 56 on Sunday 9th August. 

 

To celebrate we’re charting his funniest, most stylish and sassiest quotes…

1. ‘Fashion fame is nice fame. It’s not like celebrity fame where you can’t step outside without being followed by the paparazzi.’

2. ‘I am the oldest young designer in New York City.’

3. ‘I’m not the type of designer who is sitting in a room sketching for days on end. I like to work with people and see an idea or a moment evolve into an entire collection.'

4. ‘Give me Caviar Kaspia and give me a hamburger. I love the two extremes.’

5. ‘I think my mother might have been my Barbie.’

6. When critiquing a contestant’s work on Project Runway: ‘She looks like toilet paper in a windstorm.’

7. On another hopeful’s creation: ‘I mean, she’s borderline Teletubby.’

8. ‘In high school and while I was attending FIT, I was a slave to the trends. I skipped my high school prom to go to Studio 54 and draped myself in hand-made raw silk diaper pants.’

9. ‘Clothes are like a good meal, a good movie, great pieces of music.’

10. ‘Fashion is an athletic competition.’

11. ‘Personal style is knowing yourself, your lifestyle, your body and finding clothes that become the frame. You become the star.’

12. ‘People want to look taller and thinner. No one says, ‘Ooh! Let me buy that dress because it makes me feel matronly.’

13. ‘Rushing to embrace every trend will leave you fashionable, but not stylish.’

14. ‘I think the older I get, the more I realise that the ultimate luxury is time.’

Source: http://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/fashion/550088/michael-kors-quotes-fashion-designer-michael-kors-best-sayings-and-quotes-ever.html#index=1

Trends to Avoid if you are Short...

Do you find that some clothes just don’t fit or look right because you are short? Perhaps you are trying the wrong trends and need to make the switch.

Here are some trends that shorter women should avoid.


Harem Pants
Harem pants do look super comfy, but these will do nothing to help your figure. These pants will make you appear shorter where you actually need something that will make your legs look longer.

Thick Belts
Thick belts are a problem if you are petite as they are able to cut you in half and as these are a couple of inches wide you will actually lose those few precious inches. You should rather opt for skinny belts as these will add some style, but without you appearing smaller then you are.

Bold Prints
Large and bold prints will make you look lost and the focus is all drawn to the overpowering print instead of your small body. Rather go for a print that is a little more mellow like a small floral.

Statement Necklaces
Statement necklaces might be in fashion but they are best suited for petite women. These large necklaces can make your neck look shorter which will then make you look shorter. Go for a longer necklace as this will give the illusion that your neck is longer.

Horizontal Stripes
You will want to stay away from clothing that will make you appear wider then you are. This means that you should stay away from horizontal stripes and opt for vertical stripes instead, as these will elongate you.

Ankle Strap Shoes
The ankle strap shoe has a way of cutting your leg off which can make it look stubby. You want your leg to flow down to your shoe so that they appear longer then they are.

Drop Waist
When it comes to the drop waist many think that it will make you look taller because your torso looks longer, but this will then make your legs look shorter which is not a good thing. It is best to stay away from drop waist dresses and shirts altogether.




Source: https://isyncsolutions.wordpress.com/2014/11/25/48/

Accessories that Should not be Worn at Work...

Certain clothing items like a tight skirt, low cut blouses and other outfits are not appropriate for work as we know, but there are also accessories that should not be worn at the workplace either. 
Here are some accessories that should not be worn to work.

Super High Platform Shoes
You should avoid platforms that over ½ to ¾ inches. These types of shoes are for a night out not for work.

Glittery Jewellery
Jewellery that is glittery or is ornate rhinestone pieces is not appropriate for work. These pieces are able to give the impression that you can’t wait to leave the office and go out or you never made it home the night before.

Lace Stockings
Lace stockings should be avoided in a conservative work environment. There are some textures and patterns that are ok but the pattern should be small. Small net stockings can be ok if the work environment is more relaxed. Very lacy stockings though are just a no for work.

Loud Jewellery
Clanging bangles are a distraction for your co-workers. Stacked bracelets might be trendy but are too loud for work. If you do want to wear multiple bracelets to work then you need to choose a style that is not bangles so they are quieter.

Flip Flops
Flip flops make a noise and they are way too casual for work. Flip flops can also be dangerous in certain work environments.

Strappy Heeled Sandals
Strappy heeled sandals can be too bare for the workplace. A small peep toe is as much foot as you should show.

An Old Tote
You need to have a clean, sharp and professional bag for work is important. You should avoid old totes, beach bags and college bags. If your bag is getting worn then replace it or mend it.

Over Sized Earrings
Statement earrings can work for the office as they are a way to add colour to an outfit. You need to keep size in mind though and avoid large chandelier earrings and styles that are just too large.

Ornate Hair Clips
Professional hair clips and bands are perfect for work. You should avoid ornate clips like loud plastic styles, juvenile clips and bow clips and ties.

Piercings
You need to avoid body piercings at work especially if you are in a very corporate environment. Any piercings that are in the face are a no and should be taken out for work.




Source: https://isyncsolutions.wordpress.com/2015/03/10/accessories-that-should-not-be-worn-at-work/

How to Make your High Heels more Comfy...

It is not secret that high heels can be tricky to walk in and can also be painful and this is especially true if you usually wear flats. 

However, here are some ways that you are able to make your high heels a little more comfortable to wear.

Buy them in Advance
High heels right from the box will not be that comfy, so you need to buy them before your event so you have time to break them in. wear them in the house whilst you do chores or just walk. By wearing them in your house you will not just break them in but you will be more confident walking in them, so you are ready for that event.

Looser is Better than Tighter
With high heels, tighter is not better, as they wont stretch out but rather just pinch your feet. You should rather buy heels that are a tad bigger to allow for swelling, which will lead to comfort.

Heel Size
Stilettos can be painful as they are thin, but a wider heel will be more comfortable and easier to walk in.

A Platform Toe

High heels that have a platform toe will lift your foot at the front so that you are not walking on your toes.

Heels with Straps
If you are new to heels, then a heel with a strap around your ankle are usually easier to walk in. this is because your feet are secure and will not slip.

Shoe Liners
You are able to get shoe liners that are for high heels. These will help the tension in your feet and be more comfortable.

Gel Pads
Gel pads can do wonders for a night in heels. You should out them underneath the balls of your feet and are secured in place so that they do not slip.

Moleskin
Moleskin is a thin fabric that is like felt and can be used in problem areas. If your high heels pinch in the same places even after you have broken them in, then a little moleskin can create a barrier and protect your feet from redness and blisters.



Source: http://forwardfashiondiary.com/2015/07/how-to-make-your-high-heels-more-comfy/

7 Things That Make People Instantly Like You...

9 Fashion Rules That Should be Broken...

1. Don’t Wear White in Winter

Wearing white winter is a thing of the past with winter whites coming in creamy cords, ivory cashmere coats and beautiful white gowns.

2. Never Wear Navy and Black Together

This rule is a little more complicated in that wearing black shoes with navy socks is a no no, but pairing a chic navy dress with black accessories like shoes, bag or shawl can be done.

3. Don’t Wear Horizontal Stripes if you want to look Slim

With the new craze around nautical stripes this rule has been put to its end. When horizontal stripes are paired with a cropped jean and ballet flats this look becomes perfect.

4. Always Match your Bag and Shoes

There is something about not making your outfits too matchy matchy and this is true when it comes to your bag and shoes. You can easily pair a neutral grey bag with black boots.

5. Don’t Mix Prints and Patterns

Paisleys, polka dots, plaid and stripes would be way too much, but you are able to subtle prints and patterns together to create something pretty.

6. Never Wear Sparkle During the Day

A little bit of sparkle during the day won’t look like too much when it is paired with heels and a basic trench coat.

7. Don’t Clash

Clashing colours are not all bad. Look for colours that are on the same end of the spectrum like a rust and fuchsia combo and the look will work.

8. Maxi dresses are for Summer

This is simply not true, even floral dresses can be worn with your winter wardrobe. Match your summertime dress with boots, a blazer and a casually draped scarf and you will create a winter boho-chic look.

9. Don’t Mix Black and Brown

This is the same as with the navy and black, but black and brown can work just as well. Pair a black outfit with a brown leather jacket.


Source: https://isyncsolutions.wordpress.com/2014/11/10/fashion-rules-that-should-be-broken/

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How to Wear Leopard Shoes

Leopard shoes might seem scary, but when use them as a neutral then you can style them in a variety of ways. Here is how you can wear leopard shoes...

At Work

When you at work wear some leopard smoking slippers. You can wear leopard-smoking slippers with cropped trousers or with capris in a navy, khaki or black. You can then pair this with a blouse or blazer so that you get that professional look.

Classy and Flirty

Leopard heels can be both classy and flirty when they have no platform, the heel is less than 4” and it’s a pointed toe pump. With leopard heels you can wear skater dresses and fit and flare skirts for a feminine touch.

Leopard heels can get a little slutty though if they are worn with short or tight dresses.

The Casual Leopard

Leopard loafers can create a little spice to an outfit. You can pair these with some distressed denim and a white blazer for a casual look.

Leopard with Leopard

If you go with leopard and leopard then ensure the prints are similar in color and size. You can pair your leopard shoes with a leopard bag. The colors that go with a leopard ensemble are dark wine, olive and off white.

Leopard prints that are too small or an unnatural yellow will look cheap so stay away from these.

Sporty

Leopard tennis shoes are great for a casual look but you need to keep them grown up. You can pair these with leather pants and oversized coat for a great look.


Source: https://isyncsolutions.wordpress.com/2015/07/17/how-to-wear-leopard-shoes/

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Fashion Tips for Short and Curvy Girls...

If you are short and curvy here are some tips according to bellapetite.com, that you can try that will make you look and feel better than ever...

Tuck in your Shirt

You may find that because you are short shorts are just too long and when you are curvy they can make you appear larger then you are. You are able to fix this problem by tucking the short in. a good rule to follow is that your shirt should not cover your zipper.

Cuffing Jeans

If you opt to cuff your jeans then you are already making your legs look shorter, but you are able to balance this by tucking in your shirt as well. If you choose to go for a baggier boyfriend jean look then it is best to pair this with a fitted tucked in shirt.

Asymmetrical Dress and Heels

An asymmetrical dress can be very flattering on a short and curvy woman especially when paired with heels as the combination will make your calf’s look longer.

Belt

If the dress that you are wearing has a cross seam then it is best to belt it. By placing a belt you are able to show off your natural curves and it will also break up your body a bit. Your legs will also look super long.

Pull in your Waist

You can pull in your waist with a dress or a skirt. By pulling in your waist you are able to show off your natural curves.

Avoid Pants that Bunch at the Bottom

Pants that bunch up at the bottom can cause you to have a can a cankle look which will then make you appear shorter. Rather try jeans that cut off at the ankle instead.

Skip Sandals with shorts and Cuffed Jeans

Ankle strap sandals work best when you are not actually able to see them as the ankle strap can make your calf look bigger and cuts off your leg making you appear shorter. With cuffed jeans and shorts try and go for something lower, so your legs are given height.

Tailor Shirts

Shirts are not really made for short girls. If you own a racer back shirt, you are able to tailor it by pulling the straps to the correct position will help you to look slimmer and pulling the bottom of your shirt to the right length will cover your bra straps so that you do not need to go and buy a special bra.

Blazer over Boxy Shirts

A boxy shirt can give the appearance that your shoulders are broader then they are. You can soften the look by throwing a blazer over the shirt.

Skip the Bat Sleeve

A bat sleeve hits the largest part of the arm and is actually unflattering on most women no matter their shape or height. Rather go for a longer sleeve that will flatter your arms.

Cuff Long Sleeves

Long sleeves can be made of too much fabric for a smaller girl to work with and they drown in them. It is best to cuff the sleeve so that the design is broken up.


Source: https://isyncsolutions.wordpress.com/2014/11/11/tips-for-short-and-curvy-girls/

Dressing an Apple Shape Figure

An apple shape figure is one that is round at the torso with a thick middle and smaller arms and legs. When you dress for this shape you need to balance out the proportions of your body. 

Here is how to dress for your apple shape figure.

Waist Illusion
You are able to create an illusion at your waist with a belt for instance that will give you a more hour glass figure and make your waist look smaller.

Raise the Waistline
You are able to create a longer and leaner look with an empire waist as it hits higher on the waist. They also hot your smallest area. You need to choose a raised waist that is sleek below the empire waist and not full.

Show Some Skin
Showing skin can be faltering. You can try a cold shoulder silhouette or choose a skirt that will show your legs.

Elongating Neckline
You should choose a neckline that has a vertical element so the eye is draw up and down and not across. You can try a V neck and a U neck as both of these are flattering.

Wrap Silhouette
A wrap dress will give you the illusion of a waist and has a V neck so these are great for apple shapes.

Tailored Pieces
A tailored jacket, pant and shirt will balance your figure as they have some structure to them.

Mid-Rise Jeans
A mid-rise jean will cover your rear and provide a high waistline. Low cut jeans will make your middle look heavy.

Face Framing
You should try bringing the focus to your face. You can do this with dangling earrings or a draped neckline.

Prints
You shouldn’t shy away from prints as bold florals or geometrics can camouflage your figure. You need to choose prints that have a minimum background.



 Source: https://isyncsolutions.wordpress.com/2015/06/23/dressing-an-apple-shape-figure/

What Not To Wear... What Not To Wear- Teacher Gets A Fashion Education

When Should You Shower — Morning or Night?

It seems like a simple question at first — are you better off showering before bed or when you wake up? But ask around and you’ll find your friends split into two very adamant camps. 

For night showerers, the idea of getting into bed covered in a day’s worth of dirt and germs is downright repulsive. For the other team, starting your day covered in sweat from the night before — and without the jolt of a morning shower — is unfathomable. But which side is right?

Turns out they both are, but it depends on the situation. Everything from your skin type to the amount of pollution in your life to when — and how — you work out can determine when you should shower. 

Here’s how to find out which timing is best for you.

You should shower in the morning if…

You have oily skin. “Showering in the morning may help you perk up and can be especially good for those with oily skin, since oil can build up during the night and showers and excellent at clearing the pores,” NYC-based internist Holly Phillips, MD, tells Yahoo. 

You like starting the day with a fresh shave. “For men, showering can soften the hairs on the face, making shaving smoother and easier,” Phillips explains. 

You’re OK with waking up early. One possible downside: the toll it takes on your beauty sleep. “You may have to wake up earlier to bathe in the a.m. — not ideal for those who like to hit the snooze button,” says Phillips. 

You’re a night sweater. “Obviously, if one is sweaty all night, they would want to shower in the morning,” says L.A.-based dermatologist Tanya Kormeili, MD. 

You’re not around many germs. One of the biggest reasons to shower at night is to clean off the grime that accumulates over the day. If you bounce from home to car to air-conditioned office and back, you might not have much to scrub off. “If you’re covered up all day, just washing your hands and face and changing your clothes should do the trick,” Phillip explains. 

You should shower at night if…

You need to chill out before turning in. “Many find showering at night to be relaxing and a great way to unwind,” Phillips explains. “However, some research has suggested that showering at night may shift your body temperature in ways that can disrupt natural circadian rhythms, making falling asleep more difficult. If this happens to you, try to shower a couple of hours before turning in.”

You wear makeup. “If you wear SPF or makeup, washing … at night with a cleanser is super important,” explains Kormeili. Washing your face without jumping in the shower may suffice, but the steam and constant flow from the showerhead could do a better job of cleaning off residue. 

You have dry skin. Use a morning shower as a time to deep-clean your less-than-dewy face? You might want to rethink it, Kormeili says. “Washing in the morning with a cleanser is recommended only for oily patients, and not so much for patients who suffer from eczema or dry skin.”

Your environment isn’t exactly sterile. Phillips says, “As a resident, after working long shifts in the hospital around illnesses and germs, I would take off my clothes at the door and head straight to the shower to prevent bringing bacteria and viruses into the house.” It’s best to shower at night if you get particularly dirty over the course of your day — either from a job (talking to you, construction workers) or environment (if you live in a polluted city, it’s a good idea to wash off the grime).   



You work out (hard) during the day. “If someone is very active or works outdoors during the day, they need a shower at night,” Kormeili explains.

So pick a morning or night shower depending on your body and lifestyle — just make sure to avoid taking too many showers, Phillips warns. 

“Overshowering (i.e., in the morning and at night) could wash away good bacteria that naturally protect the skin, or dry the skin out excessively, resulting in small cracks that can lead to skin infections.” 



Source: https://uk.style.yahoo.com/post/124143270984/when-should-you-shower-morning-or-night

7 Easy Breezy Summer Beauty Trends That Anyone Can Master...

 

Not everyone has the make-up artistry skills of the likes of Tanya Burr and Zoella, but that doesn’t mean you can’t update your beauty regime with these quick and simple looks.

We asked some of the UK’s top make-up artists, hair stylists and nail experts for their pick of summer beauty trends that anyone (whether they’re skilled with a kabuki brush or not) can master…

1) Glowing Skin
Everyone wants their skin to look healthy and radiant – but the fickle British weather is somewhat of a challenge to that (damn you, St. Swithin’s Day!). 

Abby Ireland, make-up artist for BD Trade Secrets who’s worked with the likes of Kylie Minogue and Kate Winslet, suggests using a primer to perk up your skin.

“I’d always start with a primer – it helps make-up stay in place and it gives the skin a complete refresh,” she tells Yahoo Style.
“If you’re tired or if your skin’s quite lifeless, it’s a great pick-me-up. It gives your skin a real bounce and lifts it up.”

Product Pick: ‘That Gal’ Brightening Face Primer, £22.50, Benefit Cosmetics

2) Colour-Pop Lips
It’s no wonder you see celebs sporting massive sunnies and a bold lip, as a slick of lipstick can update even the most tired of looks.
Abby tells us that anyone can wear a bold, matte lip – it’s such about finding the right shade for your skintone.

“Anyone can wear red, anyone can wear pink, anyone can wear orange, it’s just about finding a product with the correct undertone.”

Product Pick: Bourjois Rouge Edition Velvet Lipstick in Hot Pepper, £8.99, Boots.com

3) Sage Green Eyes
Muted, pastel shades on the eyelids were one of the key trends on the SS15 catwalks – and it’s actually a really easy look to replicate at home.

Collection Cosmetics make-up artist Francesca Neill, who regularly works with Rochelle Humes and Alesha Dixon, believes sage green is a subtle take on the trend.

“It’s about wearing colour without being overpowering,” she says.

Product Pick: Collection Field Day Eyeshadow Pencil in Summer Meadow, £3.19, Boots.com

4) Pared-Back Brows
This is a super-simple trend to master because it means stepping AWAY from the brow gel!

“Brows are big this summer – but never over pluck,” says Francesca.

She suggests filling in with a brow pencil, starting at the middle of the brow and working your way to the ends, before combing through with clear mascara.

Product Pick: Eylure Shape & Shade Brow Pencil and Tamer, £5.39, Boots.com

5) Coral Flush
Step away from the powder blush and the big, fluffy brush, because it’s all about a subtle, natural sheen to the cheeks this season.

To achieve that ‘lit from within’ look, Francesca advises applying cream blush to the apples of your cheeks using your fingers and literally pressing it into skin.

Product Pick: Collection Speedy Brush Stick in Cheeky, £3.99, Superdrug.com

6) Milkmaid Plaits
We don’t know about you but sometimes plaits look like a lot of faff. We can appreciate them from afar but it just feels like something we’re never going to achieve without an army of helpers.

Celebrity hairdresser Nicky Clarke, who has an exclusive range of hair products at Tesco, believes it’s about adding a few different plaits to your repertoire, before learning to master them.

“I think the way to do plaits is to arm yourself with 3 or 4 simple ones that are going to work. Even the ones that look quite complicated, like the milkmaid plait, actually aren’t that hard,” he says.

“If you were to just get two sections of hair and pin it up, it’s going to have the same crossover effect but it’s more simple. It looks more complicated than it really is!”

Product Pick: Nicky Clarke Texturebuild Volume Mousse, £4.99, Tesco

7) Nearly Nude Nails
YES! Finally a nail trend that doesn’t mean we have to spend the entire night at home with a fussy nail art pen.

Glenis Baptiste, celebrity nail artist and MICRO Nail Ambassador, says that short, nude nails are the way forward for SS15.

“The trend for long and pointy isn’t going to be so popular – it’s all about going short,” she tells us.

“A less is more approach with a focus on natural shapes painted in ‘nearly nude’ colours.”

Product Pick: OPI Nail Lacquer in Bubble Bath, £12.50, Debenhams.com



Source: https://uk.style.yahoo.com/post/124328823049/7-easy-breezy-summer-beauty-trends-that-anyone-can

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The 25 Best Shoe Quotes Of All Time

1.  ‘I still have my feet on the ground, I just wear better shoes.’ – Oprah Winfrey

2. ‘To wear dreams on one's feet is to begin to give a reality to one's dreams.’ – Roger Vivier

3. ‘Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world.’ – Marilyn Monroe

4. ‘You can never take too much care over the choice of your shoes. Too many women think that they are unimportant, but the real proof of an elegant woman is what is on her feet.' - Christian Dior 

5. ‘A woman with good shoes is never ugly.’ - Coco Chanel

6. ‘I spend most of my time wearing uncomfortable things, so for me, it’s all about trainers.’ – Cara Delevingne

7. ‘I can't concentrate in flats.’ - Victoria Beckham

8. ‘I did not have three thousand pairs of shoes, I had one thousand and sixty.’ – Imelda Marcos

9. 'One shoe can change your life.' - Cinderella

10. ‘I'm not afraid of heights, have you seen my shoes?’ - Carrie Bradshaw

11. ‘I see a pair of shoes I adore, and it doesn’t matter if they have them in my size. I buy them anyway.’ - Keira Knightley

12. ‘Craziness in a shoe is great - you can have much more freedom, you can exaggerate and it doesn't feel stupid. But to have too much craziness near your face, that would just feel weird.’ - Miuccia Prada

13. 'I like Cinderella, I really do. She has a good work ethic. And she likes shoes. The fairy tale is all about the shoe at the end.’ – Amy Adams

14. ‘How can you live the high life if you do not wear the high heels?’ - Sonia Rykiel

15. ‘As a child I trained myself to dance in very high heels. At 13, in Destiny’s Child, we were told to wear heels, but at first we couldn’t walk in them. We couldn’t keep our knees straight, but we learned.’ - Beyoncé

16. ‘I would hate for someone to look at my shoes and say, "Oh my God! They look so comfortable!’ - Christian Louboutin

17. ‘I actually have more shoes than anyone will ever know.’ - Tamara Mellon

18. ‘If your hair is done properly and you’re wearing good shoes, you can get away with anything.’ – Iris Apfel

19. ‘Nicki Minaj has a better booty; but I have better shoes.’ - Rihanna

20. ‘Keep your head, heels and standards high.’ - Lola Stark

21. ‘I can be naked as long as I'm wearing the right pair of shoes.’ - Anna Dello Russo

22. ‘The average woman falls in love seven times a year. Only six are with shoes.’ - Kenneth Cole

23. ‘Shoes must have very high heels and platforms to put women's beauty on a pedestal.’ – Vivienne Westwood

24. ‘Men tell me that I've saved their marriages. It costs them a fortune in shoes, but it's cheaper than a divorce.’ - Manolo Blahnik

25. 'Life is short, your heels shouldn't be.’ - Brian Atwood

Source: http://www.marieclaire.co.uk/blogs/546914/shoe-quotes-the-25-best-of-all-time.html#GxBueWlTK2036Vlr.99

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It’s easier to dress well for an evening out than for a normal day. I know that sounds the wrong way round, but it’s true, isn’t it? Because, despite all the hoopla we make about perfect party dresses and heels, dressing for an evening out is straightforward. The brief is clear. Whether you’re an old-school LBD addict or a jeans, silk T, best earrings type, the formulas are easy to apply.

Jumpsuits totally prove my point. For evening, they are a no-brainer. More daring and modern than a dress, more in-it-to-win-it than separates. A black or navy jumpsuit, tailored and with some skin showing at the ankle and shoulder, has been my go-to post-6pm option for ages. (I’m not alone here. Some evenings I feel like a foot soldier in an all-in-one army.)

I am also keen on a jumpsuit, for practical reasons, when travelling. I have a sleeveless chambray one from Gap’s most recent 1969 collection which is perfect plane-travel wear. I spend a lot of time at airports bending down to rummage in bags, and half the in-air time reaching up into the overhead compartments. Why is this? You never see photos of, say, Amal Clooney rooting in her tote bag for her passport in the customs hall. For years I blamed my children, but they are well out of the plastic-dinosaur-under-the-seat phase now and yet here I am, still rummaging. This lacks elegance at the best of times, but a yawning expanse of twixt-top-and-trouser midriff doesn’t help, so a jumpsuit on a plane works.

While jumpsuits are easy for nights out and days off, they get complicated on working days or non-slouchy weekends. The trick is getting the silhouette right. Fitted is no good (aerobics) but baggy all over isn’t good either (pest control). You need a bit of give around the torso and hips. And in between, you need a waist, so as not to look shapeless. That’s not as easy as it sounds, because those integral drawstring belts aren’t very effective unless you have an hourglass figure, and a wide solid belt over a jumpsuit is a bit Cheryl Fernandez-Versini. Perhaps the daytime TV presenters had it right all along: a jumpsuit says playtime.



Source: Jess Cartner-Morley on fashion - http://www.theguardian.com/fashion/2015/jul/03/what-wore-this-week-jumpsuits

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First Fashion Law Degree Announced

The world's first degere in fashion law will be offered by Fordham Law School starting this autumn, the New York-based institute has announced.

Professor Susan Scafidi - the director of the school's Fashion Law Institute who created the first course in fashion law in 2010 - was joined by program backer and part-financier Diane von Furstenberg as she made the announcement inside the Lincoln Center campus, Racked reports.

"There are plenty of big law firms in the city that hire lawyers who have knowledge in the background of fashion," Scafidi told a group of press and professors. "Why wouldn't they hire lawyers who are actually trained in the field of fashion?"


Scafidi credited the CFDA and particularly its president, Von Furstenberg - who she called the "patron saint" of fashion law - with the creation of the program being made possible. Von Furstenberg, who has been a long-time campaigner for bringing copyright protection to the US, told the press conference that she, "firmly believes this program will become a powerful tool in the fashion world and beyond, and help us all as an industry - lawyers or not - better understand, grow, and protect our businesses."


Applications for Fordham's new program - which has already been approved by the American Bar Association - are being accepted from today to start in autumn 2015 and will be offered on both a full-time and part-time basis. The program comprises two different degrees: a Master of Studies in Law, or M.S.L, for professionals interested in fashion law, and a Master's of Law, or LL.M, in Fashion Law for students who already have a J.D. law degree. Modules covered will include fashion financing, fashion modelling law, fashion licensing and sustainability.







Source: http://www.vogue.co.uk/news/2015/06/23/fordham-university-first-fashion-law-degree-announced

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Why Have High-Heel Injuries Doubled?

THE dangers of high heels have long been in the headlines, but it seems that women are not paying attention since experts have found that injuries caused by fashion's favourite footwear have doubled over the past decade.  The Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery  found that in 2002, there were 7,097 heel-related injuries for women in the US, but by 2012 the annual number had become 14,140.


So why has this happened? Heels are certainly a little higher than they were in the early Noughties (since what was then considered a towering heel, now looks a little stout), and perhaps women are wearing heels more often - thanks to the rise of fast fashion and the accessiblity of new purchases from online retailers. But an increase in frequency doesn't single-handedly explain the dramatic rise in injuries.

Perhaps unsurprisingly, the injury rate was greatest for women aged between 20 to 29 years, followed by those in their thirties. Also expected, the study found that the injuries sustained from high heels were most often "occurring as sprains and strains to the foot and ankle".





What may surprise many, however, is the fact that the study has found that the most common place to sustain a high-heel-related injury is (the catwalk, a nightclub, that treacherous walk to the cab?) none other than your own home.

Article Source: VOGUE  

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