Sunday, June 17, 2012

Blazers for many occasions

Let's try the ways we can wear blazer for various occasions...

If you like sporty style with the touch of elegance:

 Evening out with your friends:


Out with friends



Casual Friday at work:

If we say  casual friday it doesn't mean to take jeans and shirt.But it also does not have to be boring.Add some spice with colored jacket :)



Casual friday



Going to cinema:



Lunch & Cinema
 
Business dinner:


Business dinner- Black & White


Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Add some heigth and be slimmer

 WITH:

   Beige High heels - we all know that platform heels giving us heigth and our legs look longer .
   Your legs will look much longer without any contrast.


Vertical  & diagonal designs:

Wearing vertical and diagonal designs means, that eyes goes up and down or from one corner to the other.Body look slimmer and taller just because of visual effect.

Avoid: Vertical lines & too wide horizontal lines as it can add volume. Same rule can be applied to shirts for men. Narrower the line is, slimmer you will look.


Pants or skirts with high waist:
It is a great trick how to prolong your legs and look higher.



You can also wear monochromatic outfit which means one color without any contrast, outfit in dark neutrals, tuck in you shirts to pants or skirts or wear short jacket .

All of these tricks are usually modified and specified according concrete body shapes.Some body shapes need to emphasize individual parts of body, meanwhile other types need to hide them.

In case you have any comments or questions you are more then welcome to ask.


Monday, June 11, 2012

Wise, mature and stylish

As per request , I am bringing you couple of tips, how to dress, once you got more mature and wiser:)

Let's say we will talk about  look over 40.I have chosen pictures of celebrities that are over 40 and still look chic. Uma Thurman, Jennifer Aniston, Salma Hayek, Cheryl Crow or Nicole Kidman.

General rules to follow:

1. Find your style based on your personality, play with colors that are in your seasonal group and buy clothes that compliments your body type.These rulers should be followed, no matter what age you are in.

2. In general, forget mini skirts if your legs are not looking their best like in your 20th or 30th.

If they are still  looking great and you are for example a  fitness trainer or you are exercising regularly, you probably can afford to take mini.There is also couple of celebrities that wears mini well.
It depends also on the country you living in.I would not wear mini in Dubai but I can easily wear it in Europe.
  3. Have more classic items in your wardrobe:
  • dark jeans fitted to your body shape -straight or boot cut is flattering for any type of body, 
  • cardigans,
  • long well fitted coat if you living in cold climate,
  • knee length or above the knee  black dress,
  • knee length or above the knee straight skirts,
  • well fitted blazers,
  • pair of black classic high heel shoes  
  • well fitted underwear especially bras

 4. If you invest in to some high end bags, dresses,  jeans, scarf, shoes or whatever you love, don't forget to mix it with some less expensive pieces.It is a little too much if you are dressed in designer's pieces from top to toes.

5. Don't mix tight skirt or jeans with tight top.It would be too much and will look rude on you.

6. Stay up to date with trends but don't buy clothes that doesn't fit your figure. Choose some trendy accessories instead and show your sense for fashion.
For example: If flowers designs are in and you are winter type so flowery blouse or tops would look funny on you , buy something else with these designs. Bag , belt or shoes..Something that is away from your V.

7. Buy yourself a big mirror where you can see entire figure before you leave the house.Trust me it helps to avoid looking terrible.

8. Dresses, skirts or shorts should be knee or above the knee long. Length also depends on your vertical body type. If your legs are short do not go for longer lengths as it will shorten your body and can add some more weight.

9. There is nothing wrong with wearing sleeveless tops if you feel that your arms are good enough to show, even if you are over 40.

In respect with local culture in Dubai ,cover your arms once you go to shopping malls no matter what age you are.



As we are all different, these are only general rules to be followed.Personal consultations would have helped you to find out more about appropriate style for yourself.


Wish you a great day.........

Saturday, June 2, 2012

Never without...

 5 things, I need to grab anytime I am leaving the house:

1.Perfume

Tip1.: When choosing perfume try it on your skin not on the paper.It smells differently and you can avoid disappointment of the wrong choice.
Tip2.:Once you are trying more than 1 perfume, make sure you smell coffee beans in between, to avoid mixing  up your senses.
One of my favorite perfume which is not any news but still smells perfect to me: Jeanne Lanvin


Summer editions tips of 2012 :Burberry Brit Summer edition, Bvlgari Omnia Coral, Donna Karan-  DKNY summer edition 


2.Mascara

There is so many types of mascaras on the market and most of them promise us lengthening or richness of the eyelashes.
I have used one of my favorite Oriflame mascaras (Wonder lash intense mascara) which costs no more than 50 AED and you can already notice the difference.You can get the great result from most of the mascaras, if you apply it right.

Tip: When you are applying mascara make sure that you start from roots precisely to the tips of upper eye lashes to get lengthening affect.Repeat it as many times as you have to.Use the brush for eyelashes to avoid sticking effect.
Don't forget to apply mascara also on lower lashes using the same precise application.
 3. Lipstick

Lips are one of  the most noticed areas of the face straight after eyes.
Tip1: When you are choosing lipstick, try to stick with your seasonal colors which means, don't go for warm colors if you are cool category or vice-versa. 
Tip2.: If your lips are dry and choppy go for glossy lipstick instead of matte. It will fill in and cover lips' imperfection and nobody notice anything but perfect lips.



4.Concealer
Anything unexpected  happen you will be ready to cover it up:)
Tip: Liquid concealer fills in the wrinkles apart from matte one that enhances them.



5. Very important thing at the end: Credit card

Once the sources are available you need to remember 1 thing instead of  5 :)






Pictures have been used from these web sites:
www.choimarket.com,ww.nstperfume.com,www.paddyinba.blogspot.com,www.gb.oriflame.com

Monday, May 28, 2012

Getting mature with style...

"I am not young, but I feel young.
 The day I will feel old, I will go to bed and stay there.
 J'aime la vie! I feel, that to live is a wonderful thing."
                                                                              by Coco Chanel

No matter what age we are, we still look fabulous:)

In your 20th Look



In your 30th Look


In your 40th Look..



In Your 50th Look



Graumann beige dress, 1.399 DKKHaute Hippie blazer, $741Schutz pointy toe pumps, $160Hermès handbag
Kenneth Jay Lane tahitian pearl necklace, $120Blue Nile white gold diamond earrings, $455Black Lily black silk shawl, 599 DKK

One dress, only age is different.I suppose that dress is at least knee long:)
Share it to inspire others, or let your reflections come out via comments.
Enjoy!



Sunday, May 27, 2012

How to follow fashion trends...

1. Dressing all white


Tips:
Warm skin type:
Springs : choose off white instead of white 
Autumns: choose ivory  or off white instead of white
Cool skin type:
Winters & Summers: stay with white or soft white, ivory can wash you out

2. Prints & Patterns - Flowers, Animals, Geometric, Paisley........
 

Tips:

Geometric shapes with sharp edges are best for winters.Avoid soft edges, as it doesn't work well with this seasonal group.
Floral prints are great for summer and spring types, as it soften their look.
Avoid flowers, if you are winter or autumn type. It is too soft and washes you out.
Animal prints like birds or butterflies, are great for spring types.
Autumns can go for  jungle prints as they are bold and striking enough to accentuate autumns' personality.

Prints' color  should also match your skin undertone.
Warm skin types = warm colors
Cold skin types = cool colors
Prints' size also matters. 
People with larger bone structure could go for bigger prints than those with smaller bone structure, if it compliments their body type.

Examples: 
Triangular body shape need to add volume to the upper part of body. Bigger prints in this areas can add volume and balanced the body shape.
Oval body shape with large bone structure should avoid prints or go for small patterns.

General rule: Go for prints or patterns that are equal or smaller than your fist.


3. Lace and Decorations

 Tips:

As decorations adds volume, keep it away from problematic areas and wear it once you need to stress out some parts of your body.

4. Pyjamas' style
 This is not my cup of tea but if somebody feels comfortable with it, I would say : Go for it..
 


Great tips:

Keep the  look clean with minimal accessories.Follow above mentioned tips regarding prints and patterns.

5. Chunky bracelets

Pictures were used from these web pages:
www.revolveclothing.com, thefashiontag.wordpress.com,www.fashionologie.com, www.style.com,
www.vogue.co.uk, www.fashionmagazine.com, www.danvle.com, www.pinspire.com, www.thepinkpeonies.com,www.celebstyle.com, www.myfacehunter.com,
www.chanelcraves.com, www.annedee202.hubpages.com

Stay with me and follow my blog to find out more about Personal Style vs. Fashion trends...Comments are welcome:)





Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Long Hair

Simple magic with long hair

If you have a long hair and you are willing to experiment with it, here are some tips for home made charming hairstyles.

Take it one by one and don't worry. It's kind of tricky for the first time, but once you will repeat it couple of times it will become much easier.Other people won't have any clue how you can do it by yourself.

Both styles are very romantic and can be worn for different occasions. First hairstyle is more casual, very fresh and creative and entire look is completed with gold sparkle head band.
Second hairstyle is full of elegance and sophistication adequate for any party you want to attend.

As my favorite Coco Chanel  said: 

"Girl should be 2 things, classy and fabulous."


Source:www.iknowhair.com 




























2 more  hairstyles for you:)Second one is more casual from my point of view.

Source: www.ohsoprettythediaries.com & www.iknowhair.com



















My  favorite one, I have to try this for sure.

Source: thebeautydepartment.com
If you like scarfs and bands, following styles will be worth it. Use your fantasy and play with it.

Source:www.iknowhair.com
Some more hairstyles, that I have found but unfortunately without any guide, However I think that you should see them.:)

Source:www.iknowhair.com
For more inspiration  follow me on pinterest or Facebook page. Click on my picture on the right side and it will navigate you to my website.

Enjoy it and definitely try this styles on.Be inspiration for your friends and share it with them.Comments are welcome.

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