Mens Christmas style

Hi,
Men are always asking me what they can wear for the party season and I think this outfit from French Connection ticks all the fashion boxes. Velvet jacket £150, frill shirt £50. This looks stylish and chic.
I wouldn't mind him in my Christmas stocking either. What do you think of this look?
For more ideas and trends take a look at www.thefashionfix.co.uk
Denise

Christmas parties

Hi,

Today I had my first customer request for outfits for Christmas parties. It is hard to believe it is that time again. Sequins, satin and sparkle are a key look this party season- they make a strong statement. Sequins can be found in most of the High street shops, either as all over garments or trims. Today my customer tried on a sequin vest in Monsoon, a sequin trim top in Topshop, a cardigan decorated with sequins in Wallis, but finally settled on a black wrap cardigan with a sequin collar from Hobbs. The gold sequin bardot top in the pic is from Wallis £40. Who needs a disco ball!!! Glitter as you go, party on.

for more party tips take a look at www.thefashionfix.co.uk

Denise

The Crouch End Project

Hi,
Two very savvy girls have got The Crouch End Project together. The aim of this is to make the most of the great shops in Crouch End and encourage the village atmosphere. I have been contacted by the CEP ( Crouch End Project) and asked to provide my personal styling services using the fashion shops trading there. I am delighted to be able to work with them and to offer my service in Crouch End as well as Brent Cross and Central London. Watch this space for the CEP website that is currently being designed. What do you think of this idea of personal styling using your local selection of fashion shops, let me know. Take a look at www.thefashionfix.co.uk for fashion ideas and tips.
Denise

The LBD

Hi,

I haven't had time to write my blog for just over a week as it has been half term- I have 2 kids to entertain and fashion trends have not been my priority.

Back in fashion world-I have just received 2 Christmas party invitations- yes, I know its good to be popular!!!

What to wear? The LBD or otherwise known as The Little Black Dress is key this season. Wear either strapless and mini or one shouldered and knee length. The look is streamlined and elegant. add a pair of killer heels, some lace tights and a large cluth bag .

I love this lace back dress from French Connection £100, it ticks all the fashion boxes.

Take a look at my website www.thefashionfix.co.uk for more fashion tips.

Happy partying

Denise

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