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Stylish in linen

Shop stunning linen and linen-blend outfits on bidorbuy.

Take a closer look at jeggings

jeggings

Jeggings are here to stay because they are versatile, comfortable and stylish.

How to wear a denim jacket

You saw a ladies’ denim jacket you like on bidorbuy, but worry that it might be too casual?   Never fear.   Worn correctly, a denim jacket will add a fun element to your wardrobe without compromising on stylishness.   I have put together six different outfits that illustrate my point. You are guaranteed to […]

The pull of the slit

slit skirt

  Why this fashion detail is beloved by both men and women.     It’s like a game of peek-a-boo, which might be why men find it irresistible. (For it has been said that men are just big babies – got it?)   Lately, there has been a lot of buzz about the return of […]

3 summer styles for men

fashion for men on bidorbuy

Summer is around the corner! That means that men all around South Africa (and other countries of the southern hemisphere) should dive into their wardrobe, throw out all items not fit to be worn, and head to bidorbuy for a new look.   I suggest three triple-easy styles: easy on the pocket, easy to wear, […]

How to wear high heels

red shoes

Before you get a headache trying to solve the puzzle from the title, I hasten to reassure you: on your feet, as per usual.   The problem is, your feet might not agree. Let me put that more precisely: your feet definitely do not agree. (I know. I asked them all.)   The higher the […]

Hairbands forever

famous hairbands

You need a hairband to keep your hair from getting wet when washing your face in the morning. You may also need it to keep the sweat away from your eyes when doing sports.   But are you aware that hairbands are so much more than a practical accessory? In 2015, they are a big […]

Film and fashion

film and fashion

  The list of films that influenced what appeared on runways, in glossy magazines and in the streets is practically endless. Some films have inspired entire collections; others added a look, a garment, or an accessory to the contemporary fashion scene. Here are a few examples that stand out.   The T-shirt and cropped slim […]

2015 in Marsala

fashion

This deep brown-red colour is not to everybody’s taste, but it is actually very versatile.   Some call it elegant and classy. Others have only one word for it: yuck.   However, let’s not dismiss out of hand the colour Pantone people declared as the colour of 2015.   Marsala is a town in Sicily […]

What (not) to wear this summer

fashion 2015

You are forgiven if you felt somewhat at a loss while observing all the diverse, sometimes even contradictory styles touted as in by different authorities on what to wear. Luckily, you have me to help you navigate safely amid the hazards of summer fashion 2015. I promise to do it in plain English, without the […]