Style Blog

With the SS13 fashion weeks out of the way we can see that a style which has become very popular in recent years, the country style looks. Many equestrian inspired and country inspired materials and designs have made it down the catwalk during the London, New York, Pairs and Milan catwalks.

What have these catwalk taught us then? What are the best country looks and how do we go about creating them? There are a few rules you should stick to when going for the classic country style look. Firstly keep to a soft, neutral colour palette propels you into the luxury zone. Choose a cream blouse or navy coat, they are much more flattering and country looking than stark black and white.

When you want a casual weekend look, work around a stylish gilet. Make it sheepskin and you've got the big fashion look at the moment. A gilet cleverly pulls separates together to give you endless variation. Whether it’s a gilet or a coat faux fur, sheepskin, leather and suede are all major players for the country-meets-city look this season. Try mixing textures together and keep accessories to a minimum to not overpower your look.

The catwalks were also full of prints this season, which is great as these prints create a fantastic country look. If you love prints, then the choice is yours. From tiny traditional paisleys to punchy dramatic animal prints, they're a powerful addition to any winter wardrobe. Tone a bold-printed dress down with a long, chunky knit for that great in-between weather look.

Victoria Beckham has definitely brought back the trouser suit for women; a well fitted tweed suit is just about the most useful outfit in anyone's wardrobe. It's worth making a major investment in a tweed suit to get great style and cut. Wear the jacket with jeans for a dress-down day.

If you’re anywhere as excited as we are about leaving the cold and damp weather of winter behind and embracing the spring and summer, you’ll be starting to think about re-vamping your wardrobe too. There are so many exciting styles to choose from its hard to pick out our favourite trend. So we have put together a range of styles for different occasions throughout summer. Which one is your favourite?

This is the perfect outfit for a hot summer BBQ. It is practical and cute. A simple straw hat will keep you protected from the sun if you’re in it for a long time throughout the day. I love the colour of this Topshop top and these Levi’s jeans are an absolute summer must have. The shoes are Vans California available from iConsume. I love the unique summer pattern on them, it gives the whole outfit an added California look.

I love the easiness of this outfit. The dress is from Topshop and is perfect for really hot days in the sun. This is the perfect beach outfit. The sandals and bag are from Zara, I love the reflective panel at the front of the sandals and it looks fantastic accessorised with a colourful bag like this. The splash of colour adds a fun feel to the whole outfit.

For a more sophisticated city day out we recommend this outfit. The strapless floral dress is from French Connection as gives a feminine and stylish look. Matched with these cream French connection heeled sandals and River Island bag you are ready to hit the shops!

Sometimes it can be hard to cover up in the winter without compromising on style. After all the effort you have put into creating a superb outfit, you do not want to be covering it up with a big old coat now do you? No one will see your perfectly put to together appearance underneath. So how can you cover up without compromising on your style? Well, as long as you have the right accessories, the correct coat and some stand out trousers, you can look right on trend while covering up this season. Here are a few tips to get you started.

1. Opt for a stylish coat - If you start off with a fashionable cover up, then you can dress around your piece. For the smart and sophisticated look, choose a pea coat or a car coat like the ones below.

2. Accessorise your cover up - Wear a stylish scarf, trendy pair of shoes or a sophisticated bag with your coat to add some extra style. Below are a few mens fashion items you could use to accessorise your cover up.

The wedding season may traditionally be summer but the fact is the wedding season has expanded to dominate almost the entire year.  With the growing popularity of wedding themed reality TV as well as major movies, the pressure to put on a drop dead gorgeous wedding can be seen in almost every wedding party.  Some bride and grooms may not worry as much as others, but most of them want their entire wedding party to be as unforgettable as the wedding itself.

Decking out a wedding party should be done so that everyone is in line with the theme or style of the wedding itself.  In a place like sunny Australia this could mean everyone taking on a bohemian and beach look, or it could embody the upscale culture of Sydney.  No matter what the style, there are some easy ways to make sure absolutely everyone looks their best.

Think About Your Party's Natural Look

Some people have a certain look and whenever possible, this should be used as the basis for the look and feel of the wedding itself.  If the happy couple practically lives at the beach, why not use that as a way to distinguish them as well as their entire wedding party?  Light almost-white shades of blue coupled with tradition beach decorations can create a sun and surf feel.  Alternatively, a couple well known for their parties or fast paced lifestyle can showcase not only their preferred look but also their approach to life by using slick styling and modern fashion options.

Leaving Your Mark