Hi Jackie,
I love big, chunky knitted cardigans and would love one for winter but I don't have much of a waist and most of the ones I have tried on just make me look like a big block! Have you got any suggestions for styles that would suit?
Thanks!
Megan
Hi Megan,
Yep thats tricky. The best option would be one with a broader shawl collar and a tie belt. Wear it unbuttoned and slightly open all the way from top to bottom and tie the belt so it sits a little loose. The shawl collar is curvy so it will add a little curve, wearing it open creates a strong vertical that draws your eye inward and the belt tied a little loosely will define a softer waist.
Jackie
Hi Jackie,
I'm 24 I'm looking for some nice beige pants. Do you have any recommendations on what would suit me?
Adrienne
OK Adrienne, no shape descriptors there!!! Beige pants are a little tricky to find this year and youve not specified casual or dress. You can always find beige pants at Esprit, Karen Walker has some and I think Ive also spied some at Country Road also. Good luck!
Hi Jackie,
I've been looking everywhere for a good ball dress and all I can find are gross long glossy ones, that are all a bit too tacky. Please help me, I want something quite glamorous on the night which is supposed to be highlight of my social calendar.
Issy
Hi Issy,
Im not sure where you are based but Id try a couple of vintage stores to see if you can get a glamorous gown from days gone by. Youll know then you are wearing something unique and a little bit special. If you look for a 60s inspired gown it will have the elegance you are perhaps looking for. If you are in Auckland then Modes would appear to have a huge selection.
Jackie
Hi Jackie,
Which school would you recommend be the best to study and give the best opportunities once completed in fashion design?
Tara
Hi Tara,
To be honest, I think if youve got talent then any fashion school would teach you how to develop that. I am really unsure as to the best but if I were you, Id take advantage of the fact that New Zealand is small enough to get on the phone or email a couple of my favourite designers to find out their thoughts.
Jackie
Hi Jackie,
I am a self-confessed tomboy and have never looked much like a girl. I'm now at uni and want to know what I can wear that isn't too tomboyish, yet is still casual.
Please help!
Marina
Hi Marina,
I think its a good idea to ease yourself into a more feminine look if I suggest you race out and buy a frilly dress, I suspect you wont feel very comfortable in it. No doubt you already wear jeans, so this isnt too much of a transition: buy a pair of womens jeans that fit you really well; that may mean going a little tighter than you have previously worn and look for either a classic boot cut or a straight leg. Add to these jeans some stylish tops rather than T-Shirts and buy a pair of flat shoes that arent trainers. Its also a good idea to read fashion magazines occasionally, so you can learn how to put some looks together and a spot of lip-gloss and mascara wont go astray, either!
Jackie