Although catwalks have already finished showing their Autumn Winter 09 collections it normally takes at least six months to a year for their collections to be redesigned to be commercially viable. After all who can afford thousands of pounds for the latest designer dresses.
Last years catwalk collections are just starting to filter into the high street now, although somewhat toned down from the extravagant (and very expensive) designs!
So here is a summary of the key fashion trends for this spring...
English Eccentric
Dresses and tops are updated with light colourful florals and ditzy prints.
Club Med
Last years nautical theme is revisited and stripes are still big news, although this time is the thinner stripes that are on trend. Look for navy and black stripes over a white background.
Body Con Dress
This seasons hottest dress is definitely the body con dress. Debate surrounds its true meaning, is it body conscious or body contoured? Both equally apply as its a style for those with a curvy 10 or 12 as the material is very figure hugging.
The Playsuit
Another 80's revival piece is the playsuit. Keep it printed and colourful for the day and choose a little black version for the evenings. Not got leg confidence? Then perhaps a jumpsuit will suit better with its full leg coverage.
Block Patterns
Straight from the catwalk is block design. Think dark lower half and bright top. This style is very handy at hiding larger hips or a big bum.
Chic Western
Last years checks get and fashion overhaul. Think detailed patterning on shirts over tight jeans.
Asymmetric Fashion
The one shoulder dress was paraded on the catwalks and its a fashion trend accessible to all. Although best suited to those with shoulders they want to show off.
The Mini Dress
Like the body con dress this is another style for those with slim figures. Dress lengths are going to be very short this summer.
The Bandeau Dress
Take an symmetric dress and remove the other shoulder and your there. Very soft and feminine, this trend is perfect for those long hot summer months.
Swimwear Trends
Essential swimwear for this season are cut out (or cut away) one piece swimsuits. The more daring you are the more cut away they should be. Asymmetric swimwear and bikinis also featured in a lot of swimwear collections.
If you want to stay up to date with the latest trends read about the latest dress styles and fashion trends and for fashion advice then the best place is our extensive fashion advice pages that are packed with information on shopping on a budget, dresses, celeb style, jeans, skirts, lingerie, bras, swimwear, nightwear, maternity and dressing for you body style.
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Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Saturday, July 4, 2009
Fashion Tips For Looking Great
FASHIONABLY CASUAL CHIC
Many young women are making the shift from working in an office to working at home, many of them are opting to be stay-at-home moms or to start a home business so they can be more flexible. And many offices are finally allowing women to dress more casually at work, not just on Fridays, but all week long.
While students have always been able to dress as they please, more and more young women are now finding it possible to do the same. And retailers are stepping up to meet the rising demand for chic clothes that are comfortable and easy to care for, but look fashionable and trendy too.
Even so, it can be challenging to put together a unique wardrobe that is functional and looks good, too. If you are new to the work-at-home scene or a new mom, you may find yourself with a closet full of business wear and insufficient sportswear. What was once enough for weekends does not go very far when it becomes a daily thing. So, besides going shopping, how do you assemble a wardrobe of casual, comfy but fashionable pieces you can quickly pull together in the morning and still look great all day?
Start with what you love. You are now free to wear whatever you want, so get clear about what that is, You should already have some idea of your favorite looks from a quick check of your play clothes. And here's a list of basics that will give you style, comfort, options and versatility.
(1) An assortment of cute tees, tanks and tops. Buy only those you love. You are dressing to please yourself. So remember, if you don't feel good in it, it's probably not worth a second look
(2) Jeans, khakis, cropped and yoga pants in neutral colors that will mix well with your tops. Straight-leg pants are best but you can throw in a few flairs or baggies for diversion. Add a few short cotton or khaki a-line skirts for days you want to look more girlie. You can also add a longer print skirt, but make sure it's easy care and looks good wrinkled. Indian print skirts are ideal for this purpose. Finally, find a few pairs of shorts with a comfortable fit.
(3) Assorted active wear for cooler weather. Add a few sweater dresses to wear with leggings or tights for a change of pace. Long knit tunic tops work well with skinny jeans and leggings, too. You'll need a few cardigans in neutral or jewel tones. Wear the neutrals over colors and the jewel tones over black. For comfort and warmth, add some colorful leg warmers, like those featured in the Marc by Marc Jacobs fall collection.
(4) Sundresses that can be dressed up or down, one in basic black. Sundresses can also be covered with a light cardigan or shawl when the weather turns cool.
(5) One casual blazer to wear over a tee when you want to look businesslike. A basic black outerwear jacket with a fashionable cut to go with everything in cold climates, or a light suede or leather jacket for mild winters. In chilly locales, augment the jacket with a great knit hat, some colorful knit scarves, and one great pair of gloves.
(6) Cheap jewelry to amuse yourself when you grow bored with your outfits. A selection of inexpensive ballet flats in colors, a few pair of flip-flops and some Keds in a bright color. Don't forget an all-purpose bag. You may want to recycle your college backpack (great for stashing while shopping and it doubles as a diaper bag). Add a quality shoulder bag that goes everywhere and a small black clutch for evenings out.
(7) Fashionable claw-clips to pull your hair up and assorted ponytail bands for quick hair fixes.
(8) A plaid flannel work shirt (steal one from your boyfriend, husband or dad) to substitute for a cardigan or jacket.
(9) A baseball cap for bad hair days and a great pair of sunglasses.
(10) Recycle any business wear that can go casual. Some tanks and tees may work as well with jeans as with business suits, and you will save yourself from feeling like they are going to waste.
With casual clothes, it's best to stay in the low to moderate price range unless you have unlimited resources. Think Macy's, Dillards, department store junior departments, Target, J.C. Penney and Forever 21. All these retailers have an extensive, affordable and every-changing selection of trendy but inexpensive casual clothes. You can also find things online. And if you live in the city, shop street vendors for unique styles and colors where you can even haggle about price if you feel in the mood.
For more information on fresh new women's wear, log onto http://www.pastrykicks.com the brand created by Vanessa and Angela Simmons of the MTV shows Run's House and Daddy's Girls.
Janjay Rodger is a editorial reviewer for upcoming fashion designers.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Janjay_Rodger
Many young women are making the shift from working in an office to working at home, many of them are opting to be stay-at-home moms or to start a home business so they can be more flexible. And many offices are finally allowing women to dress more casually at work, not just on Fridays, but all week long.
While students have always been able to dress as they please, more and more young women are now finding it possible to do the same. And retailers are stepping up to meet the rising demand for chic clothes that are comfortable and easy to care for, but look fashionable and trendy too.
Even so, it can be challenging to put together a unique wardrobe that is functional and looks good, too. If you are new to the work-at-home scene or a new mom, you may find yourself with a closet full of business wear and insufficient sportswear. What was once enough for weekends does not go very far when it becomes a daily thing. So, besides going shopping, how do you assemble a wardrobe of casual, comfy but fashionable pieces you can quickly pull together in the morning and still look great all day?
Start with what you love. You are now free to wear whatever you want, so get clear about what that is, You should already have some idea of your favorite looks from a quick check of your play clothes. And here's a list of basics that will give you style, comfort, options and versatility.
(1) An assortment of cute tees, tanks and tops. Buy only those you love. You are dressing to please yourself. So remember, if you don't feel good in it, it's probably not worth a second look
(2) Jeans, khakis, cropped and yoga pants in neutral colors that will mix well with your tops. Straight-leg pants are best but you can throw in a few flairs or baggies for diversion. Add a few short cotton or khaki a-line skirts for days you want to look more girlie. You can also add a longer print skirt, but make sure it's easy care and looks good wrinkled. Indian print skirts are ideal for this purpose. Finally, find a few pairs of shorts with a comfortable fit.
(3) Assorted active wear for cooler weather. Add a few sweater dresses to wear with leggings or tights for a change of pace. Long knit tunic tops work well with skinny jeans and leggings, too. You'll need a few cardigans in neutral or jewel tones. Wear the neutrals over colors and the jewel tones over black. For comfort and warmth, add some colorful leg warmers, like those featured in the Marc by Marc Jacobs fall collection.
(4) Sundresses that can be dressed up or down, one in basic black. Sundresses can also be covered with a light cardigan or shawl when the weather turns cool.
(5) One casual blazer to wear over a tee when you want to look businesslike. A basic black outerwear jacket with a fashionable cut to go with everything in cold climates, or a light suede or leather jacket for mild winters. In chilly locales, augment the jacket with a great knit hat, some colorful knit scarves, and one great pair of gloves.
(6) Cheap jewelry to amuse yourself when you grow bored with your outfits. A selection of inexpensive ballet flats in colors, a few pair of flip-flops and some Keds in a bright color. Don't forget an all-purpose bag. You may want to recycle your college backpack (great for stashing while shopping and it doubles as a diaper bag). Add a quality shoulder bag that goes everywhere and a small black clutch for evenings out.
(7) Fashionable claw-clips to pull your hair up and assorted ponytail bands for quick hair fixes.
(8) A plaid flannel work shirt (steal one from your boyfriend, husband or dad) to substitute for a cardigan or jacket.
(9) A baseball cap for bad hair days and a great pair of sunglasses.
(10) Recycle any business wear that can go casual. Some tanks and tees may work as well with jeans as with business suits, and you will save yourself from feeling like they are going to waste.
With casual clothes, it's best to stay in the low to moderate price range unless you have unlimited resources. Think Macy's, Dillards, department store junior departments, Target, J.C. Penney and Forever 21. All these retailers have an extensive, affordable and every-changing selection of trendy but inexpensive casual clothes. You can also find things online. And if you live in the city, shop street vendors for unique styles and colors where you can even haggle about price if you feel in the mood.
For more information on fresh new women's wear, log onto http://www.pastrykicks.com the brand created by Vanessa and Angela Simmons of the MTV shows Run's House and Daddy's Girls.
Janjay Rodger is a editorial reviewer for upcoming fashion designers.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Janjay_Rodger
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Latest Trends in Japan
During the middle of the nineteenth century, the Japanese began to move away from their traditional clothing, to adopt the western style of dressing. Two centuries later this trend came to be termed as Street Fashion. Basically this term implies the customization of outfits by adopting a blend of current and traditional trends. Such clothes are usually tailored at home.
Basically, the street fashion is considered to be rather trendy amongst fashion gurus of the world. This is because it is an individualistic genre of dressing. And interestingly, across Japan, various dressing sub-cultures have mushroomed with their own unique way of dressing. Some rather simple and young, typically teenage in its way; while there are the outrageous styles that seem to emulate the punk trends of the eighties.
Whether tourists do shop for the street fashion clothing or not, visiting these shopping destinations are of interest. While almost every country has its own unique style of dressing, in Japan one would find a totally different street trend prevalent in various areas. There is uniqueness and innovation at almost every nook and corner, especially amongst the youngsters.
Tokyo is one of the prime fashion destinations of Japan. Her is a list of some places where one could shop for Japanese street clothing:
Harajuku: This has come to be regarded as the latest fashion center of Tokyo.
Ginza: This fashion area is dotted with a number of clothing shops as well as restaurants, for shoppers to refresh themselves when in the middle of a shopping spree.
Odaiba: This is considered as a tourist hotspot for street fashion shopping, as well as sightseeing.
Shinjuku: A fashion destination, with a brightly lit up nightlife.
Roppongi: This is an ideal shopping hotspot for English speaking tourists, with an entertaining after-shopping-hours life.
Shibuya: One can get the latest and most outrageously fashionable objects from here.
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