What Style is Your Style?
It is an unfortunate truth that most of us will stick with one particular style for our clothing. Some are not sure what their style is and so they just copy what others wear. The women who like to show skin will always choose clothes that are tight fitting and cut low to show cleavage. Some women follow fashion trends religiously and these women can give them self a treat by trying something new.
If you like to make your own rules when it comes to fashion, you are the one who wear garments that no one else wears. This could be wearing very obvious textures together or dying your hair pink or purple. We all have our freedom to wear what we want and this is the best way to express yourself.
Some women like the smart casual look and so when they shop for their boyfriend or husband, they will shop for guy’s shirts by brand name because they know what he looks good in. If designer shirts are what they are shopping for, they have have a large selection. Knowing your style is one thing, looking good in it is another. Once you understand your own style, you will dress in a way that lets the real you shine through.
Read MoreBetty Jackson: gorgeous formal wear to lovely casual pieces
‘Designers at Debenhams’ launched in 1993 ,with the revolutionary idea to put designer names at high street prices, the creation of Belinda Earle and Spencer Hawken the brands include Jasper Conran, John Rocha, Betty Jackson Black, Butterfly by Matthew Williamson, H! by Henry Holland, Star By Julien Macdonald, Frost French, Erickson Beamon, Eric Van Peterson, Janet Reger, Pip Hackett, Melissa Odabash, Ted Baker, St George by Duffer, Jeff Banks and Ben De Lisi. In October 2010 Debenhams announced the launch of four new designer names to its fashion range; Jonathan Saunders, Preen, Jonathan Kelsey and Roksanda Ilincic, who will be working with the retailer on a fresh new concept called Edition. “Editions” features collections from a clutch of fresh, young designers who have already made their mark on the international catwalks and have now set their sights on something closer to home. Preen, Jonathan Saunders and accessories designer Jonathan Kelsey are bringing their signatures to the shop for summer, and will be joined next season by the fabulously elegant Roksanda Illincic.
For desirable every day casual wear and lovely evening and occasion wear, you can rely on Rocha.
With plenty of items for the home and furnishings too, it’s easy to add a little of the style to your home as well as your wardrobe.
Born in Hong Kong and of Chinese and Portuguese descent, John Rocha moved to London in the 1970s to study fashion. The choice of Irish linen for his graduate collection inspired his move to Dublin in the 1980s where he has lived for the past 30 years, working closely with his wife and business partner Odette.
Creating a relaxed and contemporary collection through a mixture of beautiful textures, luxurious materials and exquisite embellishment, John Rocha offers an easy approach to designer styling with a unique and distinctive twist for the wardrobe or home.
From gorgeous formal wear to lovely casual pieces, the Betty Jackson.Black collection at Debenhams has clothes for all occasions.
Inspired by artists and painters, Betty Jackson creates excellent outfits with strong visual elements and our Betty Jackson.Black range features choices ideal for all circumstances.
Betty Jackson has become one of Britain’s most celebrated and best loved British designers. Lancashire born designer Betty demonstrated her unwavering creative vision from the very beginning of her design career. She studied at the Birmingham College of Fashion under Designer, Zandra Rhodes and started her own career as a fashion illustrator during her final year of college.
In 1973, Betty started her professional career working with Wendy Dagworthy and later went onto work for Quorum, before setting up her own design company Betty Jackson Ltd.
Read MorePlatform Bridesmaids Shoes Combine Elegance and Stability
Indoors or outdoors, platform bridesmaid shoes offer both elegance in appearance and comfort in wear.
The blending of subtly and style highlight this style of shoe. Sturdy soles slope from the heel to the platform toe box and grant abundant grace to the line of the shoe. The open toe design of the Ravel Knot Detail Platform Court shoe to the Dolcis Pearl Detail Slingback Sandal and others, the platform sole still provides a wide variety of styles and designs.
The Dolcis Corsage Peep Toe Platform shoes offer the distinctive sole style into a highly visible and remarkable design. The ivory version hints at pearl scrolling from the peep toe along the traditional sides to the closed heel. The corsage attached to the wrap-around ankle strap draws attention to the style’s magnificent grace and provides a bit of flair as well, topping its 10cm, stiletto heel.
The darker shoe presents a dramatic blend of light and dark grey, leopard-like design. The same platform toe base is topped by the peep toe, and the heel is promoted by the charcoal flower. The thin buckle sits atop the corsage and approaches a glimmering star complement to the design.
The Ravel Knot Detail Platform Court shoe simplifies its dramatic lines with smooth sides and a closed heel that rests atop the high, stiletto heel. The peep toe opening sits beneath a small knotted strap, giving the shoe its name. Choose either the black or the almost-magneta pink to match the wedding colour scheme.
Read MoreStyle Is Easy With Fred Perry
Think of Fred Perry and many people first think and the mention polo neck but they offer a very stylish range of accessories and bags such as the Fred Perry Tartan barrel bag which the Scottish are bound to love due to the Tartan pattern. This bag has a medium size so very useful for overnight stays away and secured with a double zipped compartment which could easily store many items for your travels.
The tartan details are magnificent with contrast stripes which continue round the handles. The range of shoulder bags available from Fred Perry are brilliant with some excellent styles so great for travelling but also a great fashion item. There are many people who each day look for the next best fashion statement so looking at the range of Fred Perry items is defiantly worth looking at.
When it comes to travelling, fashion is as important as going out on the town so to wear a polo shirt from this well respected company, a shoulder bag and maybe a cashmere scarf if cold can give yourself a very sophisticated look. You can get some great deals online so visit your favourite clothing store for some great deals, you do get what you pay for so do not look to go for the cheapest you find as the quality is excellent from this company.
Read MoreThe Dress You Can’t Afford
When your time comes to shop for your wedding dress, do yourself a favor and know what you can afford. You will only cause yourself heartbreak to try on and love a dress you cannot have. As you head out the door for a day of shopping, take heels with you, wear makeup and style your hair in a way you think you will on your wedding day.
As you spend an afternoon trying on dresses, be sure to wear nice lingerie because you will be standing around in between dresses. You would also be wise to bring along photos or magazine clipping to give the staff and idea of what you would like. Be honest right from the beginning as to what your limit is for cost so you don’t waste any one’s time with dresses that are out of your price range.
With your dress ordered, you can then move on to other aspects of your wedding such as the flowers, the cake and what about the music? Those getting hitched in the London area can easily book a band when they check out London wedding bands. Choose from jazz, pop, soul or a swing band and each one offers professional musicians for your perfect wedding day.
Read MoreAccessorize for the Occasion
As with your attire, your accessories should always suit the occasion. Anything from the workplace, to a party, to bridal accessories are widely available online, in varying styles and price ranges. No matter what event you’re going to, you can find the best accessories to complete, and compliment your look.
When it comes to jewellery, you’ll have plenty to choose from. This category includes earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and everything in between. Finding the right jewellery to match your outfit, look, and personal style can depend on a variety of factors. Many pieces of jewellery are simple, such as a string of pearls, that can be worn both formally, and casually, to a wide range of events. Statement jewellery is casual, and can be for a specific outfit, featuring bright colors or might be large in size. These types of items are for a more specific occasion, and can’t be worn as universally as more simple styles. When considering your budget, you may want to stick with silver or gold, which will match anything.
Accessories can also include more specific items, such as tiaras or hair pieces, for such occasions as your wedding. These occasion specific accessories include more traditional styles, such as pearls or crystals.
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