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What’s Hot Fashion Finds

Fashion Finds

Today I bring you my What’s Hot Fashion Finds! I am truly so over winter and wearing boots and chunky knits! I am cannot wait for spring to arrive, so that I can pack all my winter woolies away and get my tootsies out in the sun! Ok so it is not really shorts and sandals weather yet but it is certainly time to start looking out for those transitional pieces.

The transitional look below is one of my favourites for in-between seasons and you will find me wearing something very similar going into spring.

I have not consciously being looking for spring or summer items but it is always in the back of my mind, with our trip to Italy less than 3 weeks away! Naturally I am planning to do some shopping while we are there but I still need to ensure I have a few items to take with me.

These are a few of my latest Fashion Finds:

Mango Jeans Skull Top ~ I am afraid I have a slight obsession with skulls and could simply not resist this top from Mango. It is light-weight, perfect to wear, either on its own or under a jacket. It looks great paired with washed-out blue boyfriend jeans and as good with white skinnies. What makes it Hot? Well the skull for one and who doesn’t like a bit of sparkle!!?? RRP R349.95 Edgars Canal Walk
Jean Kelly New York Black Ballet Flats ~ I am simply in love with these ballet flats, you will have no idea how comfortable they are until you actually slip them onto your feet! Its like heaven for feet 🙂 I really had a hard time choosing a colour but I already have a tan pair of flats, so black was my next choice but I have my eyes on one or two more pairs! What makes it Hot? They are the most comfortable shoes I own barring my slippers and they look awesome too! RRP R499 Jean Kelly
Poetry Rare Earth Floral Scarf ~ I actually bought this scarf a little while ago but the weather was a bit to grey and gloomy of late, so I only hauled it out about two weeks ago and have been wearing it ever since 🙂 Much like skulls I definitely have a thing for scarves – lets just say I have many! This scarf reminds me of a spring garden just beginning to bloom, so pretty with fuchsia, corals, aqua and green shades. I particularly like the Poetry or Old Khaki scarves for transitional wear, as the are quite light-weight for those in between days, when there is still a slight chill in the air. They also have a great range of scarves at very affordable prices. What makes it Hot? The gorgeous colours are perfect for spring! RRP R140 Poetry

What are your favourite fashion finds for the season ahead? Please share any of your hot fashion finds in the comment section below.

Have a fabulously fashionable weekend!

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Competitions, Fashion, Fashion, Style Inspiration

Win this Insync Statement Coat from Mr Price

Winter is upon us! Well certainly in Cape Town and it is definitely time to get kitted out for winter! One of the must-have winter staples, in my opinion, is a Statement Coat and Mr Price has the perfect one for you!

This timeless piece can be paired with so many different outfits and easily take you from a day-time casual look, to a date night out on the town. An added bonus is the extremely affordable price tag, of R329.99, which makes looking good, feel even better!

Good news ladies! Mr P is giving away this stylish coat to one lucky fashionista! Win this Insync Statement Coat from Mr Price, by clicking here to enter and follow the simple entry instructions.

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Accessories, Fashion, Fashion, Style Inspiration

Poetry Fashion Autumn 2014

As you may know I am a bit of a shopaholic but since my wardrobe consult last year, I try to be a tad more conservative with my retail therapy sessions! I still window-shop often but if I buy something it has to fit into my existing wardrobe, in other-words no impulse buys!

Two of my favourite stores in South Africa, are Poetry and Old Khaki, which actually fall under the same global brand. I shop at these stores mainly for casual or more relaxed weekend wear. Although saying that, you can also find great occasional-wear pieces at Poetry. I think that the quality and value of both brands are really good – they are not the cheapest but as the saying goes “you get what you pay for”!

On a recent quest to find a denim jacket, I discovered the one above at Poetry – I was looking for something I could wear, as both a casual, day time jacket but also dress-up, for a smarter look. My original thought was to go for a darker denim but I fell in love with this jacket, the moment I laid eyes on it! I thought I would share this and a few of my other Poetry Fashion finds for Autumn 2014.

For this more casual look, I have paired the jacket with Stone Chinos, from Old Khaki{last season} and one of my favourite purchases for Autumn 2014, a Aqua Pullover, from Poetry. I loved the pullover so much I went back and bought it in black as well! My advice, if you find a wardrobe staple, which fits you well, looks great and the budget allows – then buy it in more than one colour!

If you are wanting a smarter look for evening, then pair the denim jacket with a pretty black lace vest or blouse and black pants or a skirt. You could also wear the jacket over a LBD for an even smarter look!

This jacket appeals to me on a few different levels but mainly because of its feminine tailoring, I love the mandarin collar and pretty rouged edging, as well as the stunning shade of denim! It has very quickly become a wardrobe staple and fits perfectly into my intermediary wardrobe. Staples like this are an important part of any wardobe, especially as the seasons change and it gets a bit more chilly in the evenings.

As well as great clothing Poetry also stocks beautiful accessories, shoes, bags and scarves, as well as homeware and bath and body products.

Featured Items: Rare Earth Evangeline Denim Jacket R650 Poetry, Aqua Pullover R450 Poetry, Lace Vest R375 Poetry

To find these and other items please visit the Poetry Website to shop online or locate a store closest to you.

Images: ©FAR Photography

Beauty, Beauty Products, Style Inspiration

Autumn Winter Nail Polish Shades

These are a few of my favourite Nail Polish Shades for Autumn and Winter 2013. As I mentioned in my recent post, featuring the Fashion and Colour Trends for Autumn Winter 2013, deep purple or plum is one of my personal favourites for the season.

I am really loving this Vertigo Red shade by Mavala, it is a gorgeous deep plum colour, with a subtle red shimmer, which makes for a sultry sexy look. I love this look for the evening but have also enjoyed wearing it during the day:)

The other shade that I am wearing below is a creamy, light pink shade called Rose Shell. It reminds me of strawberry marshmellows, all soft and fluffy like a baby pink cloud! It is a subtle shade and very feminine and looks good with most other colours.

The third Mavala shade is Agate, which has a pearl finish. It is a darker pink and quite shimmery but again it is very pretty and feminine, which is perfect for day-wear!

I am really loving the pink and plum shades for winter! I will always love red but sometimes I do not feel like making too much of a statement with my nail colour and keeping it soft and romantic! What are your favourite nail polish shades for winter?

Fashion, Fashion, Style Inspiration

Fashion and Colour Trends for Autumn Winter 2013

This weeks style post is all about which colours are trending for autumn and winter fashions this year! I get super excited about seeing what is new in the stores and on-line on fashion websites! Yes I am slightly obsessed! As I have mentioned I am certainly not a slave to fashion but I am definitely fashion conscious. I feel that I have my own sense of style but I love to have fun and incorporate fashion trends into my existing wardrobe. There are so many ways to do this from actual clothing items to accessories and even makeup or nail polish colours.

I think it is vital that even if you shop the fashion trends, that you remember to dress your body shape and not wear things that do not flatter your figure, all in the name of fashion! A program I am loving at the moment, mostly when my hubby is not around ;), is Gok Wan’s Style Secrets. My hubby may not be a fan but I think Gok imparts valid and essential fashion advice. The show is aimed at singles but his message applies to all woman who want to embrace their sensuality and dress their individual body shape and most importantly have the confidence to do it with style!

One of my favourites trend colours for this season is deep purple! Above you can see the Pantone Fashion Report for Fall 2013, which includes wonderfully rich colours, perfect for the colder months ahead. I love most of these colours and have already started scouting the fashion stores to find the ones that I do not have in my wardrobe.

Over the next few weeks I will be sharing some of my fashion and makeup finds for autumn and winter, giving you some ideas about how to introduce these colours into your existing wardrobe.

Do you have any favourite colours that you wear in autumn and winter? Please share them in the comment section below 🙂

Source: Pantone