Everyone loves the sixties. The music, the cinema and most of all the style! Arguably the first decade where women were really free to express themselves through their clothing, it was the decade that gave us icons as diverse as Jackie Onassis, Twiggy and Brigitte Bardot. Whether you’re a child of the flower power era or you got your first taste of the swinging sixties from watching the Austin Powers movies, any fashion-conscious woman should be very pleased to learn that the sixties are officially back for the Autumn Winter season, as reflected in the cool retro style we’re starting to see in the latest Jersey dresses and Jumper Dresses from many of our biggest brands.
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August is traditionally the most popular month for summer weddings. The sun is still shining, but most people are starting to return from their holidays, so there’s less chance that half the guest list will be living it up in Marbella on your special day! So it may well be that your calendar is getting seriously packed with family and friends having their special day this month. We all know what this means – a prime opportunity for some retail therapy!
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Contrary to popular belief, style and fashion sense don’t just fly away with the fairies when the clock strikes midnight on your 40th!
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?This season one of the key buzzwords in the fashion world is simplicity. Overly elaborate outfits are generally being sidelined in favour of a smooth, understated look. One of the biggest success stories of this trend has been the shift dress, which is proving to be hugely popular this season, from the red carpet to the high street.
Shift dresses were a popular design in the swinging sixties, epitomising cool elegance and iconic chic. A shift dress is generally characterised by straight lines that don’t hug your curves or cinch at the waist. They’re usually, but not exclusively, knee-length, and strike a perfect balance between formal and everyday wear.
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