Fashion Fix Friday
Fashion Fix Friday 25th April Edition – A capsule wardrobe for your holidays!
Inspired by my forthcoming holiday this week’s Fashion Fix Friday is all about how to pack well for your vacation and not take unnecessary garments.
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Fashion Fix Friday 25th April Edition – A capsule wardrobe for your holidays!
Inspired by my forthcoming holiday this week’s Fashion Fix Friday is all about how to pack well for your vacation and not take unnecessary garments.
Fashion Fix Friday – 11th April Edition
How to look taller
This week I’ve had several perfect petite ladies in the Boutique and after talking about how to look taller or just not to look too short, I thought I would share some top tips to looking taller.
Fashion Fix Friday – 28th March Edition
How to dress DOWN effectively
We like versatile clothing here at Just g Boutique and you’ll often hear me telling my customers that you can dress something up or down. When I was talking to my mum this week she was telling me that she sometimes found it difficult to dress things down. It got me thinking that it’s quite easy to visualise something glammed up but less so to make it more casual or day wear.
So, here are some of my tips to dressing down:
1. Layering
Got a sleeveless or halter-neck dress that you love, but it just sits in the wardrobe waiting for an occasion? Transform these into day wear by covering up arms and décolletage – layer underneath or on top to create different looks.
Try on light-weight jersey base tops in same and contrasting colours to see which has the best effect. A shirt or blouse works well underneath shift dresses to change it from occasion to work wear. Finally, consider adding cardigans, fitted jumpers or blazers on top to make it look like you’re wearing a day dress or skirt and top.
For example, this Kling dress is perfect for a wedding, yet popping a wee blouse underneath makes it perfect for work.
Make sure the fabric of the garment you’re dressing down will work for daytime (unless that’s the specific statement you’re going for). For example, you may not get away with popping a cardi over that floor-length taffeta evening gown you love so much! Some things should be kept for that special occasion.
2. Mix it up
So you’ve got some lovely tops and bottoms that only see the light of day when you’re out for a posh dinner, which is hardly ever. Another tool to dressing down is mixing up your “fancy” clothes with your “everyday” pieces. It’s like they meet in the middle and create a great and stylish look that you can wear all day & night.
Here are some combo ideas:
Posh top (think silk shirts, fitted lace tops etc) and your comfy or coloured jeans. Wear with flats for an even more relaxed look. Remember to also wear your day handbag.
Tailored trouser or palazzo pants and plain t-shirt or vest with flip flops or flats. Simple accessories also work well for a relaxed look – think simple gold or silver chains or earrings. Low-key but effective.
See how these elegant wide leg trousers by Skunkfunk go from evening wear with the Sketch top to day wear with casual Nancy Dee T-shirt or Kling jumper for colder days.
Strapless summer dress with boyfriend fit cardigan and flat shoes – this is a very boho look. If it’s still a bit chilly, tights and flat brogues work well.
The key is to only have one of your “fancy” garments or accessories on in one look.
3. Footwear & accessories
In a world wear high heels seem to equal formal, sexy, night out and power; flat shoes or boots can be your best friend when dressing something down because they will make everything feel day wear. You don’t need to compromise on style either – there are flats to suit every style and taste these days! Remember as we get into summer, a flip flop, sandal or wedge will have the same effect.
Why not try a casual trainer to dress down a cigarette pant or dress – make sure you choose something with some colour and a style to suit you. Try to avoid anything too sports like or it just looks like you’ve forgotten to change out of your commuting shoe!
Another quick trick is to add a belt to change the shape and style of something – great for dresses.
4. Hair & make-up
When dressing down, you should also think about how you wear your hair and make-up with the garment. For example, if you are wearing something that you normally wear on a night out and you would usually wear your hair up and full evening make-up on; try keeping your hair down and go for simple nude make-up . Changing your hair and make-up will help you re-associate the garment to this new day-wear situation.
We like these pictures of Scarlett Johansson – a great example of a day and night looks.
Think about all these tips when you’re dressing down and play around – it’s amazing how many outfits you can actually create!
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Happy shopping,
Gail x
Fashion fix Friday – 14th March edition
Going green for St Patrick’s Day
It’s Paddy’s day on Monday 17th March and a great excuse to wear green. Speaking to my customers, though, it seems that not everyone is quite sure how to wear green. Here are some tips and recommendations from the Boutique.
1. Pick up on this season’s must-have green tone (hemlock)
Skunkfunk have used this colour quite a bit for Spring / Summer. It’s a more muted green tone so great if you’re not sure about green.
I personally love Skunkfunk’s take on a floral pattern with hemlock green, darker greens and pretty coral. I’m currently coveting this fabulous summer dress – a great shape to wear for hourglass and pear shaped girls.
2. Wear green to be seen!
Petit Bateau has used vibrant, jewel-like green in their collection – single colour, as stripes and in florals. Think chic French styling – wear together if you’re feeling brave or wear with navy for a classic combination. My favourites are these tops and skirt.
3. Accessorise it up!
If this is all new for you, an easy way to begin a love affair with green is to wear it in your accessories. Think scarves, rings, earrings and, of course, necklaces. You decide how much green you want to wear and the tone. If that all still feels a bit too much, why not pick a green bag!
You can follow Just g Boutique on Facebook. Or there’s Twitter, Instagram at Just_g_fashion and I’m on Pinterest too!
Happy shopping,
Gail x