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Thinking about double denim?

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Hello Loviesssss, This is one post i have been planning to do for a while, i am glad i've finally gotten round to it. I love the look of the double denim ensemble. It can range anywhere from classic and all-American to edgy and eclectic. To get you in gear to give this look a try, I've come up with a couple of style tips that will have you mixing and matching denim like a professional in no time: 1. Two-Toned:   One of the most important things to know about wearing denim head-to-toe is that your shades of blue don't have to match. In fact, I think it keeps the look more interesting when lighter denim is paired with a darker wash. Throw on a pair of lighter boyfriend jeans, a basic tee, and a dark denim jacket for a two-toned look that will actually appear fashionably put together. 2. Distressed & Clean:   Similar to trying a two-toned denim look, mixing distressed pieces with cleaner cuts is another way to rock the trend. Combine your go-to skinnies with a distressed c...

Love Paul Smith's Women's S/S 2013 Collection

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Hello Loviesssss, I was meant to put this post up sometime last year but didn't get round to.  I will always adore the styling & use of color when it comes to paul smith's designs and the S/S 2013 womenswear collection was no different.  Once again Paul Smith delivered a stunning collection comprised of predominately masculine elements but laced with just the right amount of femininity through both it’s fabrication and form.  The vivid colour palette comprised of pillar box red, scarlet, sunflower yellow, ochre, ink, forest green, olive, teal, ivory, grey and nude, while the primary focus was on the softening of “grown up” androgynous elements and an easy to wear, youthful style, with printed satin shirts coupled with panelled loose trousers, ankle length dresses, slit, pleated and colour blocked in a patchwork style with highlighted v necks, elongated satin blazers both colour and material blocked coupled with shorts, horizontal striped leggings, wonderfully tailored...

And the Gentleman Returns - The Pocket Square

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Hello Loviessss, Anyone who knows me well would tell you about my love for men's fashion. In today's post, we would be talking about a trend that says "I’m a guy who knows how to dress".  Handkerchiefs can be made of cotton, cotton-synthetic blend, synthetic fabric, silk, or linen. When used as an accessory to a suit, a handkerchief is known as a pocket square. Pocket squares make a difference, elevating the guy into a new level of sartorialism The trend is known as “pocket squares”, "pocket handkerchiefs" “pochettes” or “hanks”  Whether you are wearing a bow tie or a silk necktie, pocket squares add elegance and sophistication that harmonizes exceptionally well with your formal attire. Nowadays pocket squares are a common fashion accessory throughout the world.It has become the mark of the GENTLEMAN. Whether you are invitied for a black tie event calling for a tuxedo and bow tie, or have a business meeting that requres a suit and tie, the pocket square adds...