Living In Luxury
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| Fabulous Fabrics |
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When we were little girls we were told to keep our very pretty clothes for special occasions, so the satin party dress, the velvet skirt or the lace trim blouse would only get an airing every now and then. So, the current trend of wearing our ?fancy' clothes for daytime and night time, work time and play time may seem a little extravagant, but in the spirit of getting the most value out of our wardrobe, it makes a lot of sense.
Before you start adding sequins to your look or wearing a velvet dress to the office you need to know which fabrics look good on you and how to work them. |
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| Silk and Satin |
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The easiest way to wear silk and satin for daywear is probably with a blouse and to keep the glam factor it should have a nice detail like a bow or ruffle or a hint of a puffed sleeve. A simple satin blouse teamed with jeans or under a shift dress gives you an easy luxury look for daytime. Fluid silks and satins also glide nicely over curves so they are flattering for full hourglass and rounder body shapes. Be careful if you go for stiffer or layered versions though as they can add bulk.
The light reflecting quality of these fabrics will make them the focus of your outfit so think about where and how you wear them. A satin skirt in a bold shade will attract the eye to your lower half, so beware triangle shapes; you should be drawing attention to the top half of your body instead. Silk trousers can work for some but the styles are generally pegged so ideally better on leaner and/or taller figures.
Great for: Adding classic glamour; flattering curvy figures; layering. |
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| Velvet |
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Velvet is available in a range of guises and looking much more stylish than we might remember it. You will still find dramatic floor length evening dresses and evening coats but there are some more versatile pieces too. Its rich texture gives the wearer a feeling of real luxury.
Velvet is a more substantial material so think about how it fits with your body. A structured velvet jacket will work best on neat hourglass figures, rectangles and inverted triangles. The ?swing' jackets will look good on curvier figures. A knee length (or just above) dress is perfect for day wear with tights or leggings and boots. The great thing about this seasons' velvets are the colours, so don't just go for black, find one of your great colours and it will have more impact.
Great for: Giving a luxurious feel to your look; both structured and softer lines; jackets and coats. |
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| Sequins and Shimmer |
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This will bring real ?wow' factor to your day wear so enjoy, but don't overdo it. If you feel it's appropriate, the sequin jacket is a favourite and easy to slip over a dress or jersey and team with trousers or skirts. There are also 'body conscious' dresses, glittering trousers and fun tops in various colours. For more discerning tastes choose a top with a subtle all over sparkle effect or just a smattering of sequin in parts.
As with the satins, this fabric is going to be the attention grabber in your outfit so consider what you can really get away with; over the top shimmer for daytime certainly wouldn't be appropriate for your job in the city but don't be afraid to get your shimmer on at the weekends!
Great for: Out-and-out feel good glamour, brightening your day, getting attention! |
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| Other textures |
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There are other luxury fabrics to consider this Autumn including cashmere, chiffon, brocade and leather. Cashmere is not just for your grandmother's twin set, treat yourself to a quality piece of knitwear and it will last you for winters to come. Neat knits or slouchy, it's a luxurious way to keep warm.
Chiffon is feminine and alluring - and generally transparent - so do be careful. For daywear the ideal options are garments with a little chiffon mixed in, say in a sleeve or as an overlay to another material. Brocade textures have a classical feel but can be worked with modern fabrics to keep them current. Leather has been given new life this season seeing modern twists on trousers and skirts and fabulous dresses. Most of these will be super soft leathers but can still be restrictive on curvy bodies so try and try and try before you buy!
Great clothes may not always look great on you if they don't suit your body shape and scale. A colour me beautiful
Style Consultation will give you all the tools you need to make sure that you shop wisely and look fabulous, always. Contact
your nearest consultant for more details. |
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| Good Foundations |
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Make-up can work a lot of tricks, but don't forget that looking after your skin and good grooming will help to keep you looking good throughout the winter months and beyond.
Winter weather can be harsh on the skin so apart from a good cleansing and moisturising routine it's essential that you give it sufficient protection with a good moisturiser and a foundation.
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Freemans
Foundation really is a must-have product as it performs several tasks:
- Evens out your skin tone
- Works as a barrier to stop the skins natural oils from dissolving your make-up
- Helps protect your skin from the elements
- Provides a perfect blank canvass on which you can add your favourite colours |
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| Prime Your Skin |
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As we get older various blemishes, broken veins and unwanted hair can appear where we really don't want it. This is all part of the ageing process but it doesn't mean we have to put up with it.
Red colouration before priming, no foundation
After priming with foundation
Using a skin adjuster underneath your foundation can help create a more even look.
The colour me beautiful
Neutral Skin Adjuster is perfect for any skin discolouration or shadows on the face.
Our
Mint Skin Adjuster will help reduce redness in broken veins or blemishes. Skin adjusters or 'primers' will guarantee a smoother finish.
For top expert advice on applying your make-up and choosing the right foundation and cosmetic colours for you book a colour me beautiful
Make-up Lesson with
your local consultant. |
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| It's That Time Of Year Again!... |
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Now is a good time to start planning your Christmas gift shopping. The better you plan, the less likely you are to go over budget.
Giving a colour me beautiful service for Christmas offers a unique experience and advice that will last a lifetime. Prices range from £15 to over £200. |
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