Now is the time to pack away all your summer stuff (after you have had a sort out of course) and enjoy rugging up for winter.
You’ve probably noticed that the shops are full of black again and I am amazed at how many women I see who wear nothing but black top to toe – there is a reason it is the traditional funeral colour you know girls – it’s because it makes most of us look like death.
Anyway that aside the trends for winter are once again the structured shoulders on jackets and coats with a definite 80′s vibe. My advice would be to be cautious about investing a lot of money in this trend as it will surely not last much longer after this year. Stick to classic lines that suit your body for investment pieces.
Skinny jeans are still current but unless you are a skinny minnie and under 40 I would suggest a straight leg is more flattering. Team with thigh boots and a sloppy knit or a neat pair of shooboots and a long jacket cardi for a more subtle look. Hemlines are still high for you youngsters with sky high platforms, chunky ankle boots and strappy shoes.
Now is the time to experiment with layering up and its a good way to use some of your summer items through the winter to increase your cost per wear. See Ralph Lauren’s tweed jacket and fur wrap worn with a voile skirt and riding boots – fabulous. The mix of fine and chunky textures is always interesting and attractive. Try a cable knit sweater over a full cotton skirt with opaque tights and shoo boots.
Jewellery is still big in size, even watches, so pick up a couple of statement necklaces at Diva or Equip to finish your outfit off, especially if you like to draw attention to your face and away from other areas. If you are petite or just don’t like big pieces try wearing a few finer chains or bangles to get the same effect without the bulk.
Metallics and studs are still big for party wear as are bold colourful graphic prints and don’t be shy – mix them up – if you think it works then it does! Check out Ginger and Smart and Tina Kalivas for drama or the lovely prints at Easton Pearson and Dries Van Noten.
So get to it girls, review the closet and draw up your list of must have’s - don’t you just love Melbourne for the changing seasons and the opportunity to change what you wear, how you look and have an excuse to go shopping …..