By cecilycecily | January 10, 2011
My move to New York has had me thinking about shoes that will keep my feet dry and warm without being obliterated by the sludge and snow that I’ll encounter on my walk to work each day. Frankly however, the issue seems equally relevant for those in Queensland at the moment as the rain insists on making itself uncomfortably at home. There really is nothing worse than wet socks, shoes and feet and in weather like this it is difficult to avoid it unless you stay indoors or can by some odd chance – fly.
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By cecilycecily | November 15, 2010
Colour blocking has always been as big a spring/summer trend as it is a breath of fresh air after months of all those grey and black layers. Remarkably, whilst being one of the most dynamic trends around it still manages to be almost 100% fool proof in its styling criteria and with designers flooding the runways with colour this summer it is the perfect time to adopt colour-blocking into your summer outfit selection. The opening of Gucci’s spring/summer 2010 collection really made its mark in Milan with Raquel Zimmermann wearing an orange blazer, violet top, green pants and a gold belt.
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By cecilycecily | October 04, 2010
Once Spring is settled in for the year we know that races season is just around the corner. It’s the perfect excuse to dress up, drink champagne, eat fine food, place a bet and for the lucky ones, enjoy a public holiday. Finding the perfect outfit for the day however is often at the forefront of women’s minds for weeks (sometimes months) before race day and can prove to be a tricky task while women search for the perfect dress, matching heels, clutch, and of course – fascinator.
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By cecilycecily | August 30, 2010
When it comes to deciding on an accessory to complete your outfit, the turban is a sure way to turn even the simplest of outfits into a chic, sleek and stylish Spring look. It doesn’t yet seem to be the first thought that comes to everyone’s mind when considering a hair accessory for the day or night, but this trend is appearing in editorials and runway collections galore and I think soon it will (and should) become a staple accessory in every women’s wardrobes. Miuccia Prada’s S/S 2007 collection is most likely responsible for fashion’s latest adoption of the turban.
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By cecilycecily | August 16, 2010
It’s time to say “sayonara” to the compulsory night time heel because flat shoes are fast becoming acceptable for those evening events that can often be followed by a trip to the chemist for a packet of Band-Aids. This love-hate relationship between beauty and the pain is becoming more and more distant, and this season designers are opting for a bond between comfort and style by replacing the 6 inch heel with the flat to result in equally chic, elegant and polished looks.
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By cecilycecily | July 05, 2010
While the general shape and style of the t-shirt has remained the same for the entirety of its existence, its place in wardrobes has changed drastically throughout the century. Worn originally as an undergarment for men’s clothing, the t-shirt is now undoubtedly one of the most frequently worn clothing pieces of the 21st Century. While being an irreplaceable basic in everybody’s wardrobe, it is also an item - that although modest and simple, can be the key to a stylish outfit!
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