Month: April 2022

Guide to Autumn & Winter 2010 Shoe Trends Check out our guide to this autumn/winter’s footwear trends! Last week we highlighted some of the key trends that we expect to see on dedicated fashionistas this autumn. This week we thought we’d cover the kind of footwear you may be considering as an ‘on trend’ addition to your autumn/winter wardrobe. Buckles and laces Look out for both lace up boots and buckled footwear this autumn/winter. Buckles and laces add interest to boots and shoes and both are going to be a popular look this year. When it comes to buckles it seems that the motto next season is ‘the more the better’. The only down side, as with lace up boots, is that buckles can make removing your footwear quite a lengthy process! Furry boots In the colder months there is nothing quite so comforting as (faux) fur, so you’ll be pleased to know that you can wear furry boots with pride throughout the colder months! Designers such as Chanel, Vanessa Bruno, Dolce and Gabbana and Lanvin have all embraced fur this year. Chanel even have even produced furry handbags to match their furry boot designs! Thigh-high boots If you took the plunge last year and bought yourself a pair of daring over-the-knee boots then we are glad to report that these bold items will still be en vogue this autumn/winter. Get yours out of the wardrobe and dust them off for another season. Colour combinations During the cloudier months brighten up your feet with colourful shoes! We have seen lots of bright coloured footwear throughout the spring and summer and this trend is set to continue with colours combined for added interest. For a good example of how to wear it check out what Balenciaga has on offer. Flats and low heels Phew, a break for our tired feet! While high heels are extremely flattering they can also be hard work. Give your feet a rest this autumn/winter with flats and low heels. Whether you choose Doc Marten style boots, brogues or ballerina shoes there are plenty of on trend options for those who wish to put comfort first.…

4 Steps to Feeling Fabulous Every one of us can look and feel fabulous and we know that it’s sometimes good to remind yourself of that. It’s so easy to let the days pass while we focus on our multiple roles, high stress jobs or responsibilities and forget to make time for feeling and looking great – but it doesn’t have to be hard, or time-consuming. Embrace what you can’t change (or be decisive about what you can!) Don’t spend any more time wishing for what you don’t have. If what you wish for is unattainable you must stop this negative thought process for good. If it is attainable then stop wishing and simply go get it! For instance, if you’ve always wanted to be a brunette, take the plunge, if you want to lose a realistic amount of weight then make a decision and go for it! However, never set image goals that you cannot reach. Love what you have This is also a great time to celebrate your uniqueness and begin to really appreciate and love what you already have. Make the most of your best features and learn to flatter your shape, features and coloring. Develop your style. Which colors and cuts flatter you? Are you looking after your skin and hair, and do you have good posture? Addressing all of these issues can make a huge difference to your image, so ask for advice from someone behind the beauty counter in your local department store, or get some self-help books from the library. Do something positive for yourself Do something regularly that makes you feel special! This could be anything, from deciding to treat yourself to a product that you would usually feel guilty about spending the money on, or committing to having a facial once a month. If you feel that a regular beauty treatment is just too expensive then consider calling your local college where you can often find very low price treatments offered by the beauty students. Try something new This is a great confidence builder and the choices are endless! Maybe try a hobby that you always fancied pursuing but never took the plunge with, or try wearing a bright color that you have always been too self-conscious for. Trying something new and making it work for you is a triumph for the new, fabulous you!…

Avoid the Hassle of Dress Codes With Corporate Clothing Fashion trends are fun, until they hit the office! In a world where every little bit counts towards the success of a business, don’t let something as simple as appearance affect your staff’s ability to succeed. Using standard corporate clothing takes the guesswork out of “dressing for success,” and gives your employees the chance to focus on the more important aspects of their jobs. It is proven time and time again that a professional appearance raises confidence levels in customers and clients. The problem is relying on everybody’s individual tastes in the office to dictate what this professional appearance may be. Especially with today’s Gen Y’s, even the riskiest fashion trends have slipped right through the office doors. Whether it was the gal who wore the fishnet stockings last week or the mailroom guy who thought his Urban Outfitters gangster style ensemble was appropriate for casual Friday, these poor choices can negatively affect your ability to draw new clients and keep older ones who may be shopping elsewhere. The workplace isn’t a place for individuality other than sharing ideas and talents that each employee may possess. It’s a place for teamwork, and giving your employees more narrowed corporate clothing choices will bring the group together. Corporate clothing doesn’t have to be ugly, stiff or completely boring, either. You can choose comfortable t-shirts to be worn with nice looking jeans if your business is a bit on the casual side. You can also choose smart-looking suits, some of which can be washed eliminating the “it’s at the dry cleaners” excuse. And there’s nearly every choice in between from long sleeved tailored shirts for the guys to Ovada jackets and Sienna skirts for the ladies. Finding affordable hard-working corporate clothing is the key to success. Nobody wants to replace cheap, worn shirts every few months or trousers that come apart at the seams. Reliability in both quality and affordability is essential as is making sure the company will continue to offer the same clothing for future employees and eventual replacements. Tips to get your employees into their new corporate clothing: * Offer to pay for a portion of their wardrobe or add to their wardrobe at every 30 day mark of employment * Take a day to hire a professional tailor to measure your employees so they can properly order their clothes. * Add your embroidered logo to any shirt or blouse for added pizazz, and you’ll have one smart looking staff ready to drive profits through the roof! * Offer incentives for employees who show up in the appropriate corporate clothing on a regular basis: bonuses, gift cards and fruit and wine baskets are fantastic! Keeping a professional wardrobe is less expensive and simpler when employees have some guidance and support. A few favorite personal accessories (necklace, earrings, cuff links etc.) can accent their outfits and offer an outlet for the right amount of individuality. Although, you might want to specify where the “earrings” are to be worn! Save the eyebrow, nose and lip rings for the weekend.…