Sequin Jackets Galore

Miss SOS has scoured the high street to bring you the best in the latest trend for sequin jackets and blazers, whatever your budget!

Don't shy away from this fabulous look for autumn/winter, these beauties are sure to add some fun and style into any look and yes, day or night! Sequins are hitting the big time this season!

All the usual suspects are showcasing Sequin Blazers and Sequin Jackets in their latest collections, with prices ranging anywhere from £40 (think Dotty Ps; New Look) to £180 (Arrogant Cat; asos.com).

Depending on your budget and how much you think you will wear this gorgeous piece (cost per wear!) we advise going for a slightly cheaper option, as it is likely to be a one-hit wonder for this season. We're keeping our eyes peeled for the Primark version to land and be sure to be front of the queue when it does, it won't be sticking around for long!

Miss SOS recommends.....

Gorgeous draped sequin blazer (from arrogantcat.com, around £180) - a stylish and chic take on this latest trend and great for slimming down your curves, as the drapes will cut the torso and ensure you look fabulous! Wear over a bright colour vest top with skinnies and kiler platforms for an evening look to turn heads!

Snake-print sequin blazer - combining animal print with sequins, go for this version if you love to make a statement. Keep accessories and other pieces in the outfit simple and minimalistic and let the blazer do the talking (arrogantcat.com around £80). Great for taller ladies, as the longer length will make your legs look shorter if you haven't got the height.

The Sequin Trophy Jacket (topshop.com around £80) - a great choice if you don't want to go for the blazer look and ideal for a sophisticated, older look. Team with skinny jeans or high-waisted wide leg jeans and heels for a funky, sophisticated look.

Miss SOS' favourite, a welcome alternative to the black and silver versions out there, the cream sequins will work with so many colours and looks. The draped effect keeps it easy-luxe, easy-to-wear and less formal than the traditional blazer styles. Throw this on over dresses, with jeans and you'll be rocking the autumn/winter trend straight away! (topshop.com around £70)

Miss SOS top tips to pull off the Sequin Jacket:

- Keep the rest of the look simple, the look should focus on the jacket

- Don't overload with accessories, let the sequins be your accessory!

- Dress the jacket down, so that you don't go into bling overload

- The ideal partners are skinny jeans, killer platforms and a clutch bag

- This jacket is not just for evening, bring the sequins into the day for an instant fashion hit!

For more tips on the latest autumn/winter trends visit www.styleoursouls.co.uk/news. If you would like more info on our Personal Shopping trips and events, e:mail info@styleoursouls.co.uk

Fashion Comment

Miss SOS loves to bring you the latest fashion comment from the media and couldn't help but share this thought-provoking article about fashion finally opening up their minds to the use of models who are not just a size 0!

http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2009/sep/06/fashion-models-curves-size-zero

Post your thoughts and comments today...do you want to seemore plus sized models and real women on the catwalks?

Once you embrace your bodyshape and understand how to dress for your shape showing it off to its best, you will go from strength to strength in whatever you do as looking fabulous will only make you FEEL fabulous and exude confidence!

Whatever size you are, your bodyshape will remain the same, so don't waste anymore time or money on squeezing yourself into clothes that aren't right for you and book a Style Consultation today to learn how to get it right for once!

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Capsule Wardrobe Piece

Every girl needs a wrap dress in her wardrobe as one of the key pieces in the eternal quest for a capsule wardrobe. You know, the wardrobe where you open the doors and everything you own is right for you, your bodyshape, your lifestyle and whatever it is you happen to be doing that day! The wardrobe where everything co-ordinates perfectly and always looks fabulous!

Follow my style tips and hints on how to buld a capsule wardrobe and you won't be far behing that ideal! It is achievable, a 24 piece wardrobe which you can mix and match. Expensive fashion mistakes will be a thing of the past!

Today's capsule piece has to be the wrap dress. A great staple for work and play and taking you from day to evening and summer through autumn.

Isabella Oliver's new range '365' have some fantastic versions in vibrant colours and beautiful fabrics. Opt for these for investment pieces that will be your 'go to' option for years to come!

HOW TO WEAR THE WRAP DRESS

- Update the look by adding a wide waistcinch belt, some coloured opaque tights, statement necklace and high platform heels

- Great with long boots too and layered over polo necks or shirts for a winter look

- For an evening look, team with some sequins or sparkly jewellery, killer heels and a clutch bag

For more style tips and advice, got to www.styleoursouls.co.uk/news or e:mail info@styleoursouls.co.uk

10 Key Items To Take Your Wardrobe From Spring/Summer to Autumn/Winter '09

Give past season clothes an a/w makeover with 10 pieces which will slot straight into your wardrobe and update it in an instant

· Pencil Skirt – timeless classic for work or play

· Sculptured Dress – great options on the high st look straight off the catwalk

· Boyfriend Blazer – you will never know how you lived without this

· Sharp Shoulders – jackets, cardis, jumpers, dresses, the whole lot!

· Belted Coat – a great choice whether you’ve got curves or wish you had them as this will create a great shape

· Leather Jacket – another timeless classic which can be worked into all looks, smart or casual

· Embellished Leggings – a fun and easy way to update a tunic or dress, day or night!

· Sequins – this really is the season to bring sequins into the day, nod to it with accessories if you’re a little more reserved

· Knee High Boots and higher – boots are heading thigh-ward, but definitely invest in a stylish pair to team with skinny jeans, leggings and dresses

· Easy Luxe Cardigan Wrap – an essential for every age, bodyshape and style, these can be draped shawl-style or belted in for a smarter look

Read more style tips and fashion advice at www.styleoursouls.co.uk/news

Why not book a shopping session with ‘Style Our Souls’ to get the most out of your autumn/winter wardrobe?

Visit www.styleoursouls.co.uk now

Which shops are best for your style preference?

Identifying your own style preferences and individual 'fashion personality' is key to really achieving a wardrobe that works for you and feeling great wherever you're headed. As women we beat ourselves up when we try something we've admired on someone else or on the pages of a magazine and then it's just not having the same effect when you look in the mirror. Sound familiar?

Well the reason for this has nothing to do with clothes not being made to fit and suit you and everything to do with knowing what is right for you in terms of your colouring, bodyshape, lifestyle and 'fashion personality'. The chances of someone else having the exact same combination of colouring, bodyshape and fashion personality are so limited, once you know what suits you, it is about almost ignoring everything else and focusing on what is right for you.

There are over 500 different combinations of being one of the four colour palettes, one of the six bodyshapes and then added to that a primary and a secondary fashion personality. Knowing your combination provides you with a strategy to not only shop, but also a base from which to build your wardrobe and your outfits.

Miss SOS cannot recommend you seeing one of our Personal Stylists at 'Style Our Souls' to understand what is right for YOU in terms of colour and style - save yourself time, money and a whole load of stress. E:mail info@styleoursouls.co.uk now for more info.

In the meantime, Miss SOS has picked the best of the high street to showcase which fashion stores fit which 'fashion personality' best....

CLASSIC

You love clothes that are well-cut, obviously classic but very timeless and keep things simple and neat. Think Audrey Hepburn or Victoria Beckham.

First up, Reiss is a gem of a shop when it comes to the high street full stop. Beautiful clothes, great quality and classic, timeless styles but with a twist. Definitely one to try if you love the classic look for work or for great going out pieces. Their A/W '09 launch of a casual range is sure to be a hit with every fashionista out there

DRAMATIC

You are likely to be into high fashion and the latest trends, loving to make a statement and get noticed!

Zara does dramatic and high fashion pieces really well, although they do lend themselves to the Classic personality and toy with some of the others at different times! Zara revolutionised the high street in the UK by cutting down lead times, so they are able to update their shopfloors with new stock every couple of weeks. No two stores carry the exact same stock either, they range their stores based on demographics of an area and their view on what the fit is for girls in that area!

Great value for money and always designer replicas, so you'll look super stylish at any given moment!

ROMANTIC

A big theme of recent seasons, these girls love the girly look with ribbons, bows, floaty fabrics and vintage laces and fabrics. Coast do a lot of the romantic style, bringing it more up-to-date and some classic elements.

NATURAL

Loving natural fabrics, this style is all about pieces that are easy-to-wear, the epitomy of a capsule wardrobe!

Whistles have recently moved away from more of a romantic/vintage feel to more edgy pieces that are definitely classic but will be loved by those with a 'natural' fashion personality! A/W '09 includes some great knitwear, with zip edging and a fantastic loose-fitting lighweight shirtdress - belt in over jeans or leggings and team with a statement necklace to fit any occasion!

Fairly new to our high streets and now open in The Bullring, Birmingham is COS. Don't miss out on the great pieces this store has to offer, arranged in colour palettes which are appealing to the eye. If you love the easy-to-wear look this is one for you and you're set to find key pieces that will knock the cost per wear out of the water

SPORTY

This personality is all about the comfort factor and probably just needs a helping hand with bringing some fashionable pieces into the wardrobe. Leave sportswear for exercise or lounging around and don't miss out on some of the great fashions out there

Miss SOS 'Style Prayers' blog hot on the heels of Grazia mag!

So always one to be ahead of the fashion pack, Miss SOS is always here to ensure your style prayers are answered and to keep you looking ahead of the game, by knowing what is right for you!

Bringing you the latest tips to get yourself down to your nearest New Look and snap up as many boyfriend blazers as you can possibly fit into your wardrobe, Grazia mag online are feeling the New Look vibe too with their latest canvas tote bag and sending fashionistas New Look bound right behind Miss SOS!

http://www.graziadaily.co.uk/fashion/archive/2009/07/20/get-down-to-new-look--like--now.htm

You heard it here first, looks like New Look could be the style star of the week and it is only Monday!

Miss SOS

xxx

How to wear the 'boyfriend blazer'

The 'boyfriend blazer' is still a hot fashion must-have for summer '09 and worn in the right way is set to take you through the autumn and a warmer winter's day. A true staple in every girl's wardrobe - you'll wonder what you ever did without it!

Miss SOS recommends....

New Look has really come out on top this season and have a great cut, fabric and colour choice down to a 't'!

Miss SOS has scoured the high street and hasn't found a better version than this one! Style Our Souls clients are being led straight to the store as the first stop on their Personal Shopping trip!

The great thing about the New Look beauty and for only £30, is that the cut will skim your curves if you have them and create curves if you don't! Not only that but the colour choices means you'll end up buying two! Colours include the gorgeous fuschia pink, soft grey, charcoal grey, navy, cream, white, black and this season's cobalt blue!

http://www.newlook.co.uk/1692926/169292616/ProductDetails.aspx

Which colour is best for me?

Blondes and brunettes with bright coloured eyes - opt for the fuschia, navy, white, blue or black
Blondes and brunettes with softer coloured eyes - opt for the soft grey, navy, cream, poppy red or fuschia
Redheads - opt for the cream, navy or charcoal
Dark skin lovelies - opt for the fuschia, poppy red, blue, charcoal or navy

Or if you know your colour palette 'season':

Summers - go for poppy red, soft grey, cream or fuschia
Winters - go for fuschia, navy, white, charcoal, black or blue
Autumns - go for charcoal, cream, poppy red or navy
Springs - go for cream, navy, charcoal or poppy red

For more info on how to find out your colour palette visit www.styleoursouls.co.uk or e:mail info@styleoursouls.co.uk


How should I wear the 'boyfriend blazer'?

Use your 'boyfriend blazer' as an everyday jacket or throw it over any outfit when you go out. This should be used as a staple and versatile piece within your wardrobe. Miss SOS has put together 4 different looks so there's something to work for every bodyshape and every 'fashion personality'...

Day Look 1 - Wear open over a coloured tee, worn with a scarf tied in a bow at the neck, some skinny jeans, gladiators and oversized slouchy tote bag.

Day Look 2 - Wear done up over a lacy vest top, statement necklace and wide leg indigo jeans or wide leg trousers with some platform wedges

Going Out Look 1 - Wear open over a cute tulip shape dress or skirt with killer platform heels and an oversized clutch bag

Going Out Look 2 - Wear open over a tunic style top or dress, belted in at the waist over some sequin or wet look leggings finished off with some gladiator heels

Still unsure on the right colours for you or how to dress your bodyshape? Do you want to identify your 'fashion personality' and really nail your style? Visit www.styleoursouls.co.uk or e:mail info@styleoursouls.co.uk and we will help you save time, money and stress when it comes to your wardrobe

Until next time fashion lovers
Miss SOS
xxx