What to wear?

Hi,
On Tuesday I dressed a client for the second season. When we last shopped together in April, she spent the majority of her budget in Topshop, even though she is just 40- she tells her daughter that she is only 21!- I must try that with my kids.
I always know what ranges are in each shop, so I knew that this time it would be different- not a large buy in one shop. I explained that this season we had to select the best of what was on offer from each store to make a co-ordinated wardrobe. At the moment Topshop reminded us of the Topshop we remembered from our teens, so I chose the garments that were more suitable from a large selection of really young and cheaper looking clothes- There was a really great leather jacket for £120 and a fab selection of coloured opaques.
By the end of our session we had purchased from Topshop, Gap, Warehouse, Whistles and Office. She went home with many carrier bags and a great capsule wardrobe- another happy shopper.
Denise

TheFashionfix Top 10 must haves

Hi,

I thought it would make life a little simpler to list my top 10 must haves of the season.

If you want a more in depth look at the trends take a look at http://www.thefashionfix.co.uk/

Happy shopping.

1. Flares/ boot cuts

2. Checks, checks and more checks- see pic

3. A little black dress

4. Killer heels or fancy flats

5. A statement coat

6. Cololoured opaque/ lace/tartan tights

7. A sculptured tunic

8. A courier satchel

9. Skinny trousers- see pic

10. A headscarf

What credit crunch?

Yesterday, I took a client shopping to Brent Cross. Not the best day to shop, but I was grateful for the sunshine- I expected that the shopping centre would be quiet and make my life easier. I thought that it was a shame to miss such a fantastic day ( we haven't had many), but clearly nobody else in North London felt the same way as me.
The Centre was absolutely packed, it was as if Christmas had come early. It was also clear that the credit crunch and all of the miserable headlines that go with it, had also not hit North London.
What is going on? Are the Sales enticing shoppers? Are people just trying to make themselves feel better?
What do you think?
If you fancy going shopping yourself have a look at the website www.thefashionfix.co.uk to get you in the mood and don't read the newspapers first!!!.
Denise

Save time and money

Hi,
I am very busy for the month of October. I had a customer this week and when we were in the first shop ( Jigsaw ), at the till about to pay, her Husband called to say that all her savings had been frozen in her account in Iceland!- not great timing! A LOT of swearing followed and then she proceeded to pay as if the call had not happened. Strange you may think!
We had a great 4 hours shopping she got everything she needed for the Winter season, including acessories, coloured tights, shoe boots and patent converse. She is now set- she will not have to return items, she will wear EVERYTHING and has got a very stylish and co-ordinated wardrobe, that anyone would be proud to own. Everything was from the High Street and she got a LOT for her money.
The moral of the story- a personal styling service really can save you time and MONEY! A good thing when you read the headlines!
Have a great day,
Denise

Polo necks

Hi,

Today I spent the day looking at ALL the stock in ALL the shops at Brent Cross shopping Centre, North London. Thank goodness for coffee!!

Anyway, I was doing research for all the clients that have booked for my persoanl styling service during October. I need to know what is on offer to guarantee that my customers get the very best selection of clothes, without having to drag them around 250 shops.

I was also after a new selection of polo necks for my own wardrobe. Definately a fashion essential for Winter, so good to have a few colours to co-ordinate with a variety of outfits.

Here is a run down of some of the polo necks, so you don't have to spend your day looking around shops and drinking coffee. I know, someone has to do it!!!!

Zara- A good variety of colours, but short in the body- beware the muffin top. £9.00

H & M- Wide choice of colours and good price £12.99. Good for if you are on a budget.

Warehouse- Black, grey, brown, lovely quality and longer in the body to cover the top of your jeans/trousers/skirt. More pricey at £30, but worth it.

Oasis- Only 2 colours, similar to Warehouse quality £32.

Wallis- skinny rib polo neck £25 ( see photo)

The problem I have, is when I have to research the shops, I just can't help buying for myself- Warehouse got my vote in black, grey and brown- you can never have enough polo necks!!!.

Denise

Pregnancy and Fashion

Hi,

This is my first blog, as although I have been in the fashion industry for many years, technology and I do not go hand in hand. So here goes.

TheFashionfix receives a lot of press, so i thought it would be interesting to read my latest article from Pregnancy, Baby and You. Just because you are pregnant, style and fashion do not have to go out of the window. This article gives a small example of coats that you can wear this Winter even if you are pregnant.

For lots more press and ideas please look at http://www.thefashionfix.co.uk/