Kaftan Couture: From Ibiza to L.A...

Whether you’re jet setting to Ibiza, St Tropez or LA this summer, a stunning Zandra Rhodes kaftan is an absolute must-have.

The iconic British designer has stamped the collection with her trademark identity through her unique use of bold prints, fiercely feminine patterns and theatrical use of colour.

Made from the finest of silks in an array of jewelled colours from amethyst to jade green, fuschia pink to azul blue; perfect for complimenting glowing tans.

Available in a variety of styles – long or short with fluted, bell or bubble sleeves and Deep V or square neck lines.

 Zandra Rhodes kaftans are the ultimate in fabulously stylish, beach chic attire; Slip one on over a bikini and style with

metallic sandals, oversized shades and a stack of vacation bangles to work a glamorous pool or beachside look.

Spring/Summer trends

With spring being just a couple of months away I think it is time for the shopping to begin. In with the coats and out with the cardigans I say.

After the dark and miserable winter we have had it is great to see our wardrobe will be spruced up withnsome vibrant colours. Key looks that were seen during the Spring/Summer 2011 shows were lady-like fashions from the 60s and Bohemian form the 70s.

The lady like trend is the easiest way to look feminine and sophisticated. Full skirts create a nice silhouette and great way to edge up the look is by contrasting rather than being predictable.

Wide leg trousers, Bell bottoms and clogs are all items that screams 70s so for this summer roll up the skinny and chuck them at the back of the wardrobe.

Last summer we saw the initiation of jumpsuit and playsuits. Well don’t hang them just yet because it looks like they are here to stay. Opt for one with a loose flowing fabric for a casual look or a tailored look for the office.

This summer fashion is about being daring but know your limit to avoid going over the edge. And Remember to dress for your shape. If it doesn’t suit you don’t buy it!

Hot 2011 Style Trends!

2010 was the first year in recent history which saw the colours black and grey, normally ever present as the staple colours in our wardrobes, to be overthrown by the colour camel. Today it would be hard to find anyone without a camel coat (a huge favourite of 2010), camel knitwear or a pair of camel trousers. However, as the New Year of 2011 unfolds expect another huge and very unexpected change to take place to our colour palette. One of fashions big colours this year is the pure and lustrous white. No longer used as just a mere accent colour to highlight, accentuate and compliment the more bold and daring colours inhabiting your wardrobe, instead, s/s of 2011 gives white its first lead role in the fashion world. The event that kick-started the trend was Ricardo Tisci’s autumn couture collection for Givenchy and has spread, rather unexpectedly, right through to the great Alexander Wang. Usually known for his effortlessly cool looks, combing biker jackets with jeans, Wang showed an almost completely white collection for this coming spring. Prepare yourselves for a total wardrobe re-vamp, white this coming season, will no longer be taking the backseat, but will be up in front, worn head to toe, there are no limits to white’s domination of the fashion colour palette this coming season.

But, why white I hear you ask. Any white item of clothing gets dirty within seconds of putting it on and for most of us who aren’t blessed with the flawless bodies of the Jessica Alba’s and Megan Fox’s of the world, white has an awful habit of highlighting all our lumps and bumps which we spend so much time trying to ingeniously disguise. As a result many of you, like myself, have probably spent most of their life-time strictly avoiding the colour and are consequently quite shocked by the colour choice of our fashion masters for this new year. The colour white, however, is symbolic of peace and hope (Noah’s dove) thus resonating the general feeling across the globe, perhaps, that this new year might bring with it a new beginning, an end to a decade of tumultuous warfare, crippling economic depression and unnerving natural catastrophes. White suggests new life, a clean palette, a fresh start and who can blame us for wishing for such a gloriously clean and fresh start to this new decade.

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