Top up your winter wardrobe | Life

20 Jul 2009

Tracy Gold

It’s easy to have a wardrobe full of tops and blouses you don’t wear. I hope to give you some handy tips to make the right choices that will best suit you and your winter wardrobe this season.

1. The cotton v-neck top
You can have a few of these in different colours, but make sure that you have your basic colours too i.e. black, chocolate, taupe, charcoal and olive green. These are winter essentials as they help you to effectively layer without feeling like a stuffed sausage. You can easily wear them under your blouses, tops, knits and jackets to add warmth without the bulk.

2. The cozy knit
There is nothing like a cozy knit to keep you warm in winter. Here are a few things to consider when selecting your best winter knits:

Beware of the chunky knits as they can make you look even more – well chunky. Opt for finer knits and layer them with cotton v-neck tops underneath for warmth.

Avoid horizontal striped knits unless you want to make the top part of your body look wider to balance the bottom part of your body.

If you have big boobs, avoid polo necks as they will make you look like you have one big boob. If you need extra warmth around your neck and décolletage area, wear a pretty scarf or a fine knit polo neck under a deep v-neck top or blouse to cut the expanse.

Select knits that don’t engulf you. If it is too big or lacks shape, the knit will make you look bigger than you really are.

3. The classic blouse in a basic colour
Classic doesn’t have to be black to be basic. Think chocolate, charcoal or silver grey, taupe, ivory or white. Whichever basic colour you choose, make sure that it can be warn with most of your trousers and skirts. The fit of a classic blouse is very important. Avoid baggy and long cuts as they will make you look shapeless. Rather select fitted shapes that balance your curves.

4. The classic blouse in an accent colour
We often underplay the importance of introducing colour to our wardrobes. Accent colours highlight your natural complexion and make you feel fabulous. If you have yet to discover your best accent colours, try a variety until you find the ones that suit you best.

5. The glamour blouse
Every woman needs a blouse that she can wear to a special occasion. It prevents you from having to rush out and purchase an occasion outfit that you will never wear again. A glamour blouse can be dressed up or down. Wear with a long black skirt for an evening event or a pair of jeans and high heels for a girl’s night out. Beautiful jewel colours are very in vogue this season. Find the one that suits you best and it will stand the test of time.

Topping up your winter wardrobe just takes a little thought and know-how. Go through your existing wardrobe to see which items you already have and which ones you need. Be prepared to have some fun by trying something new that will make you feel fabulously warm this winter.

Tracy also offers advice and information on how to create your own individual style and dress for your body-shape, personality, lifestyle, age and budget.

For more information, visit her website at www.houseoftracygold.co.za

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