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Q
For the upcoming
Spring and Summer seasons,
what are your top five trend
predictions?
“Already well into the Spring
and Summer 2015 season the
catwalk reflected fashion from the
Seventies with fabulous fringing in
almost any type of fabric, clothing
and accessories. We couldn’t fail
to notice the return of the flares
and how well both high street
and designer have interpreted the
cool boho chic relaxed look. The
‘IT’ trousers are all about wide
leg whether full length or culottes
these are destined to run right
through to Autumn/Winter 2015.”
Q
How can a woman
effortlessly go from the
office to the evening?
“Aspire to have an effortless desk
to dinner look; this can be easily
achieved with 3 fail-safe steps with
heels, a fun clutch and a bright
lipstick. Wearing a pair of heels
will instantly update your desk
look so always leave a special pair
safely in a drawer well protected
for that last minute invite. Big
bags should be left in the office
they are an absolute no no after
sunset, decamp your essentials into
Q
Who, in your
opinion, is the biggest
celebrity fashion influence
on women at the moment?
“It has to be Victoria Beckham,
I can’t recall one person who
isn’t in awe of her style and her
dress designs and how they
make a women feel. Effortless
chic… however they do come
with the price tag.”
a stylish clutch. Splash the color,
change your lipstick color to red;
it instantly makes you feel more
glamorous.”
Q
What are your top
five must-have fashion
staples all women must own
and why?
“A black leather jacket is timeless
and will instantly update any look,
day or night. Next, an elegant
blazer will always pull a look
together. It is practical, fashionable
and functional, a great outerwear
substitute for a cooler day or night.
Classic black pants, everyone
needs a pair of these, high waist,
low rise, cropped or wide-leg the
choice is yours. On weekdays wear
with a silky blouse or dress down
on the weekend with a T-shirt.
Also evening jeans, a dark pair, can
be styled up or down depending
on the occasion. Dark jeans will
always flatter. The perfect white
tee, nothing is more versatile!
Whether you are looking to layer
under a sweater, tuck into a skirt,
team with a pair of jeans and a
blazer every woman should have
one. And finally, a great day clutch,
dresses up any outfit in an instant,
makes a statement and gives an
edgy fashionable look.”
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