Out and About in Colour

This week, we think the best way to show you how to wear colour in winter is to show you how everyone else is wowing in colour this winter!

We’ve been trawling street-wear snaps from Hong Kong, Florence, Paris, London, New York and back to bring you the very best examples and tips of how to let your fashion personality shine through the layers and layers of thermals this January.

It’s time to crawl out from your post-holiday stupor and the best way to dust off the cobwebs from your old and stuffy winter wear is to add a splash of colour when its least expected. 

This is precisely what’s showcased below: wear a bright red tunic dress over tights and boots to bring a dark coat into the fashion limelight.

Fashionista

Resurrect your paisley dresses from autumn by layering them with tights and a cardigan. Throw on those faithful winter boots and an open faux fur coat to complete this snuggly style.

Wholesale576

Add a colourful beanie hat to keep out the draft and liven up your look. Choose a colour that really makes your eyes pop – electric blue or jade for blue/green eyes or a deep purple to offset dark brown.

Spotted

Oversized jumpers work just as well as dresses as a complete outfit if paired with leggings and ankle boots. You can go crazy with colour if you use your jumper as the statement piece. Don’t forget, colours can also correlate to your mood so if you’re feeling romantic, purples and softer hues are good. Brighter shades work if daring and confident is your thing.

Subtle pops of colour are what it’s all about from men this winter. Whether you’re dressing casual or for work, use accessories to brighten your look and showcase your fashion identity.

Pitti Uomo

A red neckerchief peeping through a navy suit jacket or coat oozes suave sophistication but also makes you stand out from the crowd.

Pitti Uomo

Pitti Uomo

For a perfectly put together layered look, pair a plaid or checked shirt with a suede blazer and add a faux fur lined trench on top. Finish with a coloured beanie, tan leather satchel and gold watch and you’ve got it made. Scarves, gloves and shoes are all old faithfuls when it comes to accessorising and can make all the difference.

The Sartorialist

Keep your eyes peeled on the streets this winter; you’ll be surprised how much colour is out there! Take inspiration from all the little ways people splash about their style personality.

Have fun and stay Savvy!

Warm yourself Stylish

As temperatures plummet, don’t let your mood go with them. A winter coat is a prerequisite at this time of year and with the trends hotting up for coats, trenches and jackets you have the perfect excuse to splash out on a new staple. 

Take your inspiration from this winter’s catwalk warmers. Rodarte is the perfect example of how keeping it simple has never been more stylish. Thank goodness! Finally, a trend that isn’t over the top or hard to tailor to our wardrobes. Go for clean lines, non-bulky fabrics and muted colours to set off a naturally nude make-up look that’s very winter chic. This beautiful floor sweeping coat simply nips in at the waist and kicks out over the hips perfectly.

Rodarte

Recreate the open collar and shapely waist look but add a pop of colour with a classic red trench. Use a waist tie belt to create the perfect shape and add some on-season style with a faux fur collar or scarf for extra warmth.

Stylish Eve

Streamline capes are the best way to add an extra layer over an already layered look. Linear and sleek, they look great with a pair of leather gloves for a classier look than what you’d get from a pair of mitts. With a flash of tweed, tartan or plaid you’ll be trailblazing the traditional heritage trend and looking super slender. 

Stylish Eve

For a bolt of colour to pick you up from the January blues, Zara have a stunning range of clean-cut, bold coloured coats. They are the perfect length to pair with tights and knee high boots and are still in keeping with the no-fuss trend.

Zara

Have fun shopping for your perfect winter warmer and always keep in mind three golden rules: single breasted buttons are best for hourglass figures; knee length cuts with high boots will give extra height; remembering to include colour by using a scarf of shirt if your coat is of a lighter hue is essential. 

Have a happy new year and stay Savvy!

Dress it Right

Whatever the style inspiration, whatever your age and whatever the event, finding the perfect combo of dress, hair and make-up is no easy feat. The age-old dilemma is back to haunt us: if I wear the shorter one, is something on top necessary? If I wear the necklace should I leave off the red lips?! Deliberate no more, we are here to help!

Cocktail Party

It’s all about satin, velvet and lace this holiday period. There should be pretty little details about your cocktail dress. Make it feminine with pleats, folds or ruffles. One shoulder dresses are also playful and flirty. Add metallic heels if you’re going somewhere really glam or stick to suede or leather for more casual affairs. Your make-up base should be barely there, use our Peach and Melon eye shadows to create a beautifully soft look. Pop a Pink Shell gloss or red Mulberry lipstick on for a finishing ‘night out’ touch.

Karen Millen

Office Party

Festive parties with your colleagues scream danger zone for many women but just because you should dress ‘appropriately’ doesn’t mean you should sap the fun out of your outfit. Red is a great colour for the holiday season and will make you stand out from the dreary office crowd. Little details like cap sleeves, wrap V-necks and nipped in waists will bring out your femininity and style. You can also throw a blazer or scarf on over the top for the journey. Change your look from natural to dramatic by simply transforming long wavy hair into a sweeping up-do. Darken your eyes with our Midnight eye shadow and Aubergine eye pencil for striking eyes – they won’t recognise you!

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Black tie Party

Susan Sarandon has gone for a highly elegant sweeping neck bodycon dress in luxurious purple. Note what she’s done up top: her hair is up but casually messy; she has used natural looking shades of eye shadow and has no more than a pale orangey pink on her lips. She is beautifully balanced with simple jewellery which lets her dress do all the talking. Use these techniques and you’ll steal the thunder from his tux at a black tie event. Get her look with our warm Salmon blush, Golden Honey eye shadow and finish with our silky smooth lip gloss in Cantaloupe.

Susan Sarandon

 

Get these looks and more on our Savvy Style website. We have all the products and advice you need to dress your party outfit right. Either call and book a consultation or order right off our site. 

Be the envy of the party and stay Savvy!

Your Holiday, Your Show

It’s time to stop dressing for the mannequin and start thinking about number one. Get up close and personal with your own fashion needs and quit all that useless wishful wardrobing. Dressing for your style personality is what to focus on this shopping season so we’ve got some tips on which holiday trends to go for that will best suit your individual personality. So ditch the outfits of Christmas past (that really belong in the wardrobe of your neighbour) and get to grips with what suits you. If you follow our tips we can guarantee that this time next year will see you looking back over holiday snaps and thinking, ‘wow, I really got it right that year’.

Dramatic

You love a show-stopping number, follow the bright lights of parties and are a sucker for ‘look at me’ glam. Well it’s your lucky day – the shops are just oozing with treasure chest treats to drape yourself in this party season. Go for cuffs, collars, studs and sequins in gold, pearl and red. Dress up -  your party pieces should be emerald, cobalt or purple to really make them go ‘wow’ at that holiday bash. An up-do will highlight cheekbones for a dramatic look. Cap it all off with an oversized vintage ring and red nails.

Maggie Cheung

Romantic

Pretty in pink is just the beginning for what we like to call our romantic women. Wavy hair, lace trims, skirts with a kick and pastel shades have you looking your best. A little sugar is all you need to brighten up the dark days of winter: a lilac, mint green or lemon sherbet pale satin top will look super feminine teamed with a lace tunic at a Christmas dinner or office cocktail get-together. A feathered clutch bag and metallic cuff will finish your look perfectly.

Taylor Swift

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Classic

It doesn’t really matter how fast the fashion world evolves for our elegant classics. You ladies have got it down with your own self assured and effortlessly smart look. Look for some simple alternative accessories to give your tailored looks a bit of variety for the holidays, try encrusted earrings. A classic satin clutch will add elegance for the party look.

Kate Middleton

Natural

Straight up and relaxed, we know what we’re getting with our naturals. That doesn’t mean to say that the simplicity of your look should be any less exciting, though. It’s the small things that will make you shine: for a comfy, no fuss look that stays stylish, velvet tunics are the perfect solution and are effortlessly glam. A quick lick of nude or pastel lip gloss and you’re good to go.

Fearne Cotton

Chic

You’re stylish, polished and living in the fashion moment. Well done you! When it comes to trends, your finger is on the pulse and you’re most likely wearing tuxedo style party dresses and the sheer fabrics of the season under a sequined blazer. Don’t lose sight of your shape in all that shopping excitement, though. Remember your shoulders, your waist and your legs when buying and pull every look together with a crystal cuff choker, belt or bag in that sophisticated style you’re used to. 

Alexa Chung

Creative

Vintage, colour and fabric are the three buzz words associated with this look. You are one of a kind and not afraid to show it. An orange eye-catching blouse is perfect as a shimmery statement when out and about at this time of year. On trend details like ruffles, flounces and faux fur collars are hot for you right now and are a perfect extra layer for your party outfit.

Kirsten Dunst

Have fun with shoes no matter what your style. The glitter doesn’t have to stop at the waist, let your feet lead the way to the dance floor in sequined ballet pumps, metallic platforms or glitter clad stilettos!

Holidays are the time to resurrect your fun side.  Remember, once you’ve got the invite, the first thing to figure out is what is best for you…the fashion compliments at the party will follow.

Have fun and stay Savvy!