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It’s so exciting to see how the world of fashion has changed in the last few years. When I was in design school there were just a handful of trends to choose from and if they didn’t suit you… too bad.
These days, there are so many different trends to choose from that it can be a little overwhelming. With this in mind, I have chosen my top five favourite trends to share with you and give you some fabulous tips on how to translate them into wearable fashion that best suits you.
Sheer nudes
Delicate tones ranging from soft blush pinks to creamy beiges, in fluid shapes and relaxed tailoring with lots of draping in soft and sheer fabrics.
How to wear: Select the right nude tone for your complexion to ensure you don’t look washed out and pale. A tone too close to your natural complexion is likely to do that. Rather select a tone a few shades lighter or darker than your skin colour. Carefully select draping styles and fabrics so they don’t cling to the parts you don’t want to emphasise. A good combination is a pair of tailored trousers with soft flowing chiffon blouse. Also select your draping styles carefully to best suit your body shape. For example layered ruffles on a small bust will work wonders to add wanted volume, but ruffles around generous hips will just make them look bigger.
Khaki
It’s the newest, freshest neutral for the season, worn with elegant tailoring and military finishes. Pockets, buckles and button details are signatures of this look.
How to wear: This look is all about the detail, so be careful which details you choose. If you have generous hips and thighs, wearing cargo trousers with lots of pockets is just going to make you look bigger than you are. Rather select a pair of shoes or a handbag that makes the statement or simply make use of the colour as a neutral and keep the lines clean and simple.
Digital prints
Dazzling and vibrant best describes this look, often worn in bold and bright printed dresses in eye-popping colours.
How to wear: Vibrant prints work best in clean, simple lines. These can be worn in small amounts or as a statement dress. If you wear it in a dress, let the dress speak for itself and keep your hair, make-up and accessories simple and understated so that you don’t overdo it.
Peekaboo
Corsetry, satin trim, lace and anything pretty – get ready to wear it on the outside. Super feminine lingerie inspired pieces are now the order of the day, not just the night.
How to wear: Determine where and when to wear this trend. For daywear, incorporate small details like a lace top under a jacket or soft chiffon blouses. For the more daring moments and occasions, wear a lace gele’ over a corset or cami.
Vermilion
Red is the statement colour of the season, in every shade from coral to bright true red.
How to wear: Find your best colour red. Everyone has a shade of red they can wear. To make this look work, pair with neutral accessories, simple makeup and red lips. If you are intrigued by red, but scared to wear it boldly, wear it in a perfect shade of lipstick or as an accessory. Either way, find a way to wear red this season.
As I always say, fashion is meant to be a tool to inspire you to create your own individual look to best suit your style, body shape and personality. I hope this serves as inspiration for you to do just that.
To learn more about how to translate trends in to wearable fashion, consider attending one of Tracy Gold’s Mini Makeover workshops.
Due to the increasing popularity of these fun and interactive workshops, we now have two unique and equally fabulous workshops for you to choose from.
The workshops will be run by fashion designer, personal stylist and published fashion writer, Tracy Gold, and her expert teams.
Both workshops will give you great practical tips on how to create a look that best suits your body shape, lifestyle, personality, life stage and budget.
If you’re torn between the two, think about whether you’d prefer to learn some top make up tips or how to rejuvenate your skin for a fresher, younger look.
Need style advice?
New season, new you mini makeover workshop
Tracy Gold, Bobbi Brown cosmetics and Franco International are hosting a "New season, new you" mini-makeover workshop on Thursday 19 August 2010.
- The workshop will start with a short introduction from the makeover professionals on how to:
- Lose 5Kgs just by getting dressed in the morning by Tracy Gold.
- Enhance your natural beauty with make-up tips from the Bobbi Brown make-up artists.
- Style your hair with ease for a natural every day look from Franco International hairstylists.
One-on-one advice:
Ladies will rotate between the various experts to receive individual styling tips from each professional.
Products from The House of Tracy Gold and Bobbi Brown cosmetics will be available for sale. The professionals will assist you to make the correct purchases to suit your individual needs. Credit card facilities will be available.
Renew your look mini makeover workshop
with Tracy Gold, Camelot Spa and Franco International
Thursday 16 September
Saturday 18 September
The workshop will start with a short introduction from the makeover professionals on how to:
- Lose 5kgs just by getting dressed in the morning by Tracy Gold.
- Rejuvenate your skin for a younger, fresher look by a Camelot Spa representative.
- Style your hair with ease for a natural every day look from Franco International hairstylists.
One-on-one advice
Ladies will rotate between the various experts to receive individual styling tips from each professional.
Products from The House of Tracy Gold and Camelot Spa will be available for sale. The professionals will assist you to make the correct purchases to suit your individual needs. Credit card facilities will be available.
Venue for both workshops:
Triba
39 St Albans Avenue
Craighall Park
Johannesburg
Child care facilities are available at R60 per child. Booking is essential. For more information click here .
Times:
Morning session: 09:00 – 12:30
Afternoon session: 13:30 – 17:00
Each workshop session will accommodate a maximum of 25 ladies to ensure that each participant has one-on-one time with each professional.
Cost:
R550.00 per person or R450.00 per person for groups of 3 or more.
This includes a goody bag to the value of at least R300, prizes to be won, light snacks and refreshments.
Booking:
Call: 073 757 2551 or email: info@houseoftracygold.co.za
Personal styling sessions and makeover packages are also available. For more information, please visit www.houseoftracygold.co.za or call 073 757 2551.
These days, there are so many different trends to choose from that it can be a little overwhelming. With this in mind, I have chosen my top five favourite trends to share with you and give you some fabulous tips on how to translate them into wearable fashion that best suits you.
Sheer nudes
Delicate tones ranging from soft blush pinks to creamy beiges, in fluid shapes and relaxed tailoring with lots of draping in soft and sheer fabrics.How to wear: Select the right nude tone for your complexion to ensure you don’t look washed out and pale. A tone too close to your natural complexion is likely to do that. Rather select a tone a few shades lighter or darker than your skin colour. Carefully select draping styles and fabrics so they don’t cling to the parts you don’t want to emphasise. A good combination is a pair of tailored trousers with soft flowing chiffon blouse. Also select your draping styles carefully to best suit your body shape. For example layered ruffles on a small bust will work wonders to add wanted volume, but ruffles around generous hips will just make them look bigger.
Khaki
It’s the newest, freshest neutral for the season, worn with elegant tailoring and military finishes. Pockets, buckles and button details are signatures of this look.How to wear: This look is all about the detail, so be careful which details you choose. If you have generous hips and thighs, wearing cargo trousers with lots of pockets is just going to make you look bigger than you are. Rather select a pair of shoes or a handbag that makes the statement or simply make use of the colour as a neutral and keep the lines clean and simple.
Digital prints
Dazzling and vibrant best describes this look, often worn in bold and bright printed dresses in eye-popping colours.How to wear: Vibrant prints work best in clean, simple lines. These can be worn in small amounts or as a statement dress. If you wear it in a dress, let the dress speak for itself and keep your hair, make-up and accessories simple and understated so that you don’t overdo it.
Peekaboo
Corsetry, satin trim, lace and anything pretty – get ready to wear it on the outside. Super feminine lingerie inspired pieces are now the order of the day, not just the night.How to wear: Determine where and when to wear this trend. For daywear, incorporate small details like a lace top under a jacket or soft chiffon blouses. For the more daring moments and occasions, wear a lace gele’ over a corset or cami.
Vermilion
Red is the statement colour of the season, in every shade from coral to bright true red.How to wear: Find your best colour red. Everyone has a shade of red they can wear. To make this look work, pair with neutral accessories, simple makeup and red lips. If you are intrigued by red, but scared to wear it boldly, wear it in a perfect shade of lipstick or as an accessory. Either way, find a way to wear red this season.
As I always say, fashion is meant to be a tool to inspire you to create your own individual look to best suit your style, body shape and personality. I hope this serves as inspiration for you to do just that.
To learn more about how to translate trends in to wearable fashion, consider attending one of Tracy Gold’s Mini Makeover workshops.
Due to the increasing popularity of these fun and interactive workshops, we now have two unique and equally fabulous workshops for you to choose from.
The workshops will be run by fashion designer, personal stylist and published fashion writer, Tracy Gold, and her expert teams.
Both workshops will give you great practical tips on how to create a look that best suits your body shape, lifestyle, personality, life stage and budget.
If you’re torn between the two, think about whether you’d prefer to learn some top make up tips or how to rejuvenate your skin for a fresher, younger look.
Need style advice?
New season, new you mini makeover workshop
Tracy Gold, Bobbi Brown cosmetics and Franco International are hosting a "New season, new you" mini-makeover workshop on Thursday 19 August 2010.
- The workshop will start with a short introduction from the makeover professionals on how to:
- Lose 5Kgs just by getting dressed in the morning by Tracy Gold.
- Enhance your natural beauty with make-up tips from the Bobbi Brown make-up artists.
- Style your hair with ease for a natural every day look from Franco International hairstylists.
One-on-one advice:
Ladies will rotate between the various experts to receive individual styling tips from each professional.
Products from The House of Tracy Gold and Bobbi Brown cosmetics will be available for sale. The professionals will assist you to make the correct purchases to suit your individual needs. Credit card facilities will be available.
Renew your look mini makeover workshop
with Tracy Gold, Camelot Spa and Franco International
Thursday 16 September
Saturday 18 September
The workshop will start with a short introduction from the makeover professionals on how to:
- Lose 5kgs just by getting dressed in the morning by Tracy Gold.
- Rejuvenate your skin for a younger, fresher look by a Camelot Spa representative.
- Style your hair with ease for a natural every day look from Franco International hairstylists.
One-on-one advice
Ladies will rotate between the various experts to receive individual styling tips from each professional.
Products from The House of Tracy Gold and Camelot Spa will be available for sale. The professionals will assist you to make the correct purchases to suit your individual needs. Credit card facilities will be available.
Venue for both workshops:
Triba
39 St Albans Avenue
Craighall Park
Johannesburg
Child care facilities are available at R60 per child. Booking is essential. For more information click here .
Times:
Morning session: 09:00 – 12:30
Afternoon session: 13:30 – 17:00
Each workshop session will accommodate a maximum of 25 ladies to ensure that each participant has one-on-one time with each professional.
Cost:
R550.00 per person or R450.00 per person for groups of 3 or more.
This includes a goody bag to the value of at least R300, prizes to be won, light snacks and refreshments.
Booking:
Call: 073 757 2551 or email: info@houseoftracygold.co.za
Personal styling sessions and makeover packages are also available. For more information, please visit www.houseoftracygold.co.za or call 073 757 2551.
