Are the trends mocking us?

We’ve all suffered for fashion at some stage, and at times we have suffered looking completely ridiculous! All it takes is for something a little out of the ordinary to become a craze, and presto, a few months later, despite all our doubts, we find ourselves wearing it! But sometimes, we have to draw the line. A few of the following seem to have crossed that line…!

1/ A hairy swimsuit

A bikini with an unkempt ‘forest’, what do you think? Given how hard you have to work for your beach body, you’d have to think twice!

2/ An arm bag

No, not a hand bag, but an arm bag…. Prisoner chic, huh?

3/ Plastic skinnies

A pair of rain jeans? Or to let our inner exhibitionists run loose? Whatever the case, don’t forget a pair of full briefs!

4/ Tracksuit in two

This crazy creation by Rihanna may be a step too far… Only she could get away with this!

5/ Denim jacket with shoulder holes

Whatever about holes in the knees of your jeans, we’re not sure what to say about having the shoulders completely cut out of your jacket…!

Original tips to solve your fashion frustrations

Do your bra straps keep falling down, despite your best efforts to keep them in place? Make a racer-back bra with a simple paper clip! Has your favourite shirt seen better days? Give it back its lustre with just a little lemon juice. Here are these tips, and many more, to take fashion frustration out of your daily life.

1/ Transform your bra

With a simple paper clip, join the two straps of your bra to keep them together. Farewell to visible bra straps, hello racer-back!

2/ Whiten your clothes in jig time

To bring your white shirts back to their original brilliance, spray a little lemon juice on them, especially in the creases and armpits, before popping them in the machine.

3/ Master the 25 ways to tie a scarf

With a few simple tips, a scarf offers a myriad of possibilities!

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4/ Create a brand new top from an old blouse

Are you sick of wearing the same old things every week? We hear you! Customise a tired old shirt with this simple tip, which consists of simply wrapping a little string around each shoulder strap, and attaching the two parts of the collar together with a pretty hair clip!

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5/ Spruce up your belt buckles

To give your belt buckles back their lustre, soak them in white vinegar and polish them with an old toothbrush. Simple and efficient!

6/ Smooth wrinkled clothes with the help of your kettle

If you don’t have time to hit the ironing board when you’re on the way out the door, instead, turn on the kettle and dangle the clothes over it. The steam will have a smoothing out effect. This also works with steam from the shower, or from a pot of boiling water.

7/ Soften your new shoes with a hairdryer

Are your new ballerina pumps giving you blisters? Don your thickest socks and plug in your hairdryer -a fifteen minutes blast should relax the material of your shoes and make them instantly more wearable.

8/ Tie-Dye your tights for an original look!

You know how to dye your hair, but when it comes to your tights, you might not be so sure! However, tie-dye tights are sure to boost your street cred! Dying them in a basin, you can work wonders!

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You can’t find anything in your wardrobe and as usual it seems you have nothing original to put on. In that case, have a peek in your guy’s closet -even if he won’t be too thrilled when he sees you wearing his favourite shirt that is just back from the dry-cleaners! We have selected three typically male fashion items that can help you rejuvenate your look, while still maintaining your feminine allure!

His jeans

No need to buy a pair of ‘boyfriend jeans’ in the women’s department if your man is close to your own size, or even a size bigger than you if he wears skinny jeans. With the legs of the jeans rolled up, a belt around the middle and some black or nude pumps, you’re fashion-forward from head to toe! For a more relaxed look, replace the pumps with white runners. Be sure to wear a fitted top to narrow your waist and show off your silhouette. According to our beloved Christina Cordula, the queen of fashion and of shopping, this is an ideal look for ‘inverted triangle’ or ‘straight’ body types.

His shirt

The ‘man’s shirt look’ brings to mind images of an actress, barely awake but fresh as a daisy, wearing her lover’s oversize shirt, brushing her teeth with sexy cleavage on show and nothing underneath…. It’s definitely a natural look! However, without giving in to clichés, there are many ways to make your guy’s shirt an integral part of your wardrobe, without necessarily attracting the wrong sort of attention! For business or beach wear, the ‘man’s shirt’ is a winner for its versatility and comfort.

His watch

A masculine watch gives an attractive oversize look when worn on your wrist, and adds another dimension to your outfit. You can wear it on its own or with a few bracelets or bangles, making sure not to over-accessorise. If you are looking for a present for your other half that you can enjoy as well, go for a unisex model that can work for both of you! With a high-end vintage watch, you can create a casual-chic style that is suitable for the office, projecting an air of strength and confidence.

Fashion hides a world full of secrets…

Do you love fashion? You would be willing to sell your own mother for a pair of Louboutin shoes? Do you know at least that the brand Stan Smith was the name of a tennis player, that before the Second World War, it was not only the girls who wore dresses, or that famous brands have their clothes made by prisoners? If you are a self-respecting fashionista here are some unusual facts to know about your favorite subject!

1/Until 1940, girls, but also boys, wore dresses

It is roughly from the beginning of the Second World War that the dresses became specific for girls. Before, children’s clothing did not attach any importance to sex. Boys also used to wear little heals.

2/ The bikini made scandal and was even banned in several European countries

The bikini invented by Louis Réard, a French automobile engineer, caused scandal and was even banned in Italy, Spain and Portugal at the time of its creation. In Germany, it was banned in public swimming pools until 1970.

3/ Some brands have their clothes made by prisoners.

In the United States and England in particular, several clothing brands use inmates to make their ready-to-wear collections.

3/ In a Frenchman that invented the mini skirt

It is André Courrèges, the creator of the eponymous brand, who invented the miniskirt.

4/ The wedding dress with the longest train measured 2750 metres

The train of the longest wedding dress in the world is that of a Romanian bride who wed on 20 March 2012.

5/ Denim ‘jeans is French and comes from… Nîmes

In the 1850s, a certain German Levi Strauss, a 24-year-old German immigrant, attempted to sell to the miners of California overalls made from the same fabric. Originally in brown tones, the trousers then become blue, the colour we know now and made in a fabric much less heavy, cotton, called “denim” by the Americans, with reference to the twill of the City of Nîmes, fabric produced since the 17th century.

If you’re lucky to be heading to the USA festival Coachella, which is in April you might want to start thinking about your outfit now!

The Summer is approaching (YAY!) and with that comes months of music festivals and depending on which one you are going to will determine your look. Glastonbury, Secret Garden Party, Isle of White Festival, Reading, Wireless, Bestival… in the UK alone we have a fantastic mix of music festivals.

Going to see your favorite bands, DJ’s and musicians with your friends or family requires the perfect outfit not only to look great but to survive the harsh conditions you will face whilst at a festival. Here are a few inspirational ideas to find your perfect look for when you are dancing in the mud, dust or straw!

1/ Wellies and Boots

The boots are the must have accessory for the summer to be work with mini shorts. They will be your perfect allies against the elements whilst being stylish. All types of boots are permitted wellies, hiking, cowboy, leather ankle boots, laced boots, knee high boots… the options are endless!

2/ Virginal White

Like in Madonnas song, dressing like a virgin in white is the perfect look for festivals when the sun is shining. Denim shorts, lace tops or dresses in cotton, mix it up with different fabrics it will also bring out your summer tan!