Step into spring

The current spring/summer season is packed rich with new and ‘recycled’ styles. These looks offer even the most unassuming and modest, the opportunity to dream while looking chic and current.

This time of year is a time to experiment with new; however, if you find change difficult, start small. There is no point in spending money on garments you will never wear just because the industry urges you to do so.  Keep your lifestyle in mind and only when you feel ready, take a step to experiment with a new design or shade. Done correctly, these additions can transform your personal-style and add confidence to your dressing process. It might even awaken a whole new you. 

Some  ideas you can look out for are:

  • A defined cut ( collar, shoulders) yet relaxed suit, preferably pinstripe

  • Shades to consider: deep mocha, tomato red, bright greens and soft yellow

  • Cardigans over polo shirts

  • Wide, dark & twisted ( fabric ) denim

  • Athleisure, Gorpcore and sport logos no longer just as outwear but as all day, even office wear. Do consider your office environment before adopting this style.

  • Visible & bold accesories; rings, belts and earrings but smaller watches…

  • Zipped, cable knit and crewneck jumpers

  • Elevated utility & cargo styles for the office




Cooler Days

The feel of the current cooler season is that this season everything goes!

I always maintained that one’s choice to embrace a signature style, by creating collections around, and rewearing, favourite pieces - with attention to garment condition and fit of course - will without a doubt, enhance their confidence and overall positive state of mind.

Many times in practice I have seen that when one is ‘allowed’ to be fully themselves’ in what they wear, its like they gained extra physical inches to their posture. I am really happy to see that this is finally taking roots in the wider approach / minds of clothes makers and artists’s creations that people like to wear.

So when I write ‘everything goes’ you can interpret this to mean; follow your own personal style - be it relaxed, classic, grunge etc - but know how to adapt it when, and if necessary. Also, pay close attention to fabric condition and fit; even if a piece is meant to be oversized it still needs to follow certain proportions so make sure you understand what your own form requires before choosing and if you are not sure ask for advice.

Here are a few key add-ons you might like to consider in order to update a look for the coming, cooler months:

  • Layers - not new but still a strong look, as an example a hoodie under tailored blazer, its sleek yet fun.

  • All day tailored ensembles - loose or belted suiting, buttoned shirts, vests, evening jackets and yes, even ties.

  • White shirt - another all time favourite; invest in a quality, preferably two and with distinctive cut/design

  • Something red.

  • Cardigans - cozy or fitted, crewneck or deep V, soft, loose and structured truly, “everything goes”

  • Faux fur and sparkles

  • Looser style trouser; from formalwear to chinos, the more comfortable the better.