The Ever Versatile Scarf & Pashmina
Sunday Styling Session with i A.M. styling - the ever versatile Scarf & Pashmina
The weather has finally cooled here on the beautiful Sunny Coast and although we don't have the Autumn chills of our southern neighbours, a change in wardrobe accessories is needed. Welcome the ever versatile scarf and pashmina.
* perfect to add a little warmth & protection. Did you know that in Chinese medicine they say a cold first enters our bodies via our necks? Have one tucked in your handbag ready when the sun goes down or the wind picks up.
* add interest with colour, texture, pattern
* hide upper arms
* wrap around waist as a makeshift belt or sash
* create visual illusions using long horizontal lines when worn vertically draping down the body
* draw they eyes up towards your face by adding a bright scarf around your neck over an otherwise plain outfit
There are so many ways to accessorise with scarves and pashminas they are one of my must haves. We have so many gorgeous ones in store at the moment the hardest part is choosing. Amanda
http://kobomo.com.au/products/pashminascarfwrap-paisley
An Alternative Foundation Piece - The Batwing Top
Sunday Styling Session with i A.M. styling - an alternative foundation pieces, the batwing top
Batwing tops remain a popular style option throughout the seasons adding an alternative to your regular t-shirt or casual buttoned front shirt.
The batwing style has the benefit of hiding that sometimes troublesome upper arm whilst still creating a flattering overall silhouette.
This style flatters most body shapes and is a wonderful alternate piece for use as a foundation item to build looks around.
Are you Bootilicious?
Sunday Styling Session with @iamstyling.com.au
We are all unique individuals and our bodies are no exception. On a daily basis we have many women of all ages and shapes asking for help to disguise their bottoms, arms, knees and arms.
Today I thought I'd offer some styling tips for those whom I like to refer to as the Bootilicious, the ones with gorgeous full-bodied rounded backsides.
Things to Avoid :
+ fuss on the bottom e.g. no embelishments, ruching, pleating or other design elements that will draw attention or visually add bulk to your bottom half;
+ bulky fabrics that will only add extra bulk to your backside;
+ high contrast, eye-catching prints and fabrics that will emphasis and draw the eyes to your buttocks;
+ tops that end at your widest point as our eyes will be drawn right where you don't want them to.
Try to:
+ buy items in fabrics that will softly skim rather than cling to your bottom half;
+ create visually more balanced proportions by widening your shoulders with v-neck and wide necked shirts and tops (eg our gathered rayon tops, Matilda dresses and square tees);
+ draw the eyes up by adding accessories, prints or design elements (we have some gorgeous accessories in store and online to choose from);
+ Wear 3/4 sleeved styled tops as our eyes will be drawn to where the sleeves end (i.e. usually in line with your waist) rather than at your bottom (think our Bella 3/4 kimino styles)
+ ensure tops end at your narrowest part e.g. at your waist or just below your buttocks (not across the middle of your bottom).
+ highlight your narrowest part eg your waist or just under your bust with a thin belt or drawstring styles. (Our Greta styles do this beautifully)
