Wallis Style Talk

Jersey Girls

One of our favourite jersey dresses featured in Mimi Spencer's Fashion for Life column in last weeks Daily Mail online.

Here are some of the quotes from the article that we loved:

‘The dress, bought on a mad whim at Wallis, had a scooped neckline and a hem of just the right length’
 
‘To say that my jersey dress is versatile would be to do it a grave injustice. It is flexibility itself, an effortless garment and a doddle to throw on over a heavy midriff or a thinking thigh’

‘....there is a message here. Jersey dress. Drapey jersey dress. Buy lots. They are on-trend’

The selection from Wallis includes online exclusive jersey dresses and petite versions designed to flatter a smaller frame. Click here to view all jersey dresses.

Black is Back!

Oh how I love black! Not only is it ultra-slimming and will go with anything, it never goes out of fashion. Fabulous!

You can rarely go wrong when wearing black – whether you add just a touch to your look or dress yourself head-to-toe in the super shade, anything really does go. However, the great way to embrace black this season is with the must-haves of the moment. And here’s my top five:

 

1) Black boyfriend jacket 

Wear over feminine dresses or with skinny jeans, the boyfriend jacket will smarten up a casual look and transform any work or evening outfit. It’s so on-trend right now and will bring you up-to-the-minute in a matter of seconds!

 

 
2) Black sequin dress

Shimmer the night away in a sexy sequin dress. Embellishment is such a big trend right now and this dress is literally covered in style points. It’ll take you straight to the top of the fashion charts and make you feel fantastic!

 

 

 

3) Black leather military jacket

A black military jacket is one of the most trend-topping items you can own this season. Both military and leather were two main looks that ruled at many of the Autumn / Winter designer catwalk shows. 
 

 

 

4) Black pencil skirt

A basic staple required in every wardrobe this season. If you haven’t already invested in a black pencil skirt, then there’s no time to waste. They’re figure-flattering and just gorgeous worn with a floral blouse, colourful knit, belt and long boots.

 

 

 

5) Black patent croc boots 
 
Lastly, and certainly not least, this winter you’ll want to step out in these black patent croc boots. It encompasses so many key trends in one hit; animal print, the leather-look (and faux-leather), ankle boots and black, of course.

So now you’re in the fashion know, there’s no excuse not to look sensational in this season’s ultimate styles.

Sparkling Party Looks

Over the last few weeks the world has been watching the catwalk shows at London, New York, Milan and Paris Fashion Week’s - so the focus is most definitely on fashion right now!

It’s the time to be getting your wardrobe stocked with gorgeous new looks that’ll see you stylishly through autumn and winter, and beyond.

By now you may have heard that sequins and metallics are big news this season. Literally no party outfit will be complete without some sparkle and shine!

You can never have enough going-out outfits, and with my recommendations below, you’ll have a head-turning look all prepared for when those early Christmas party invites start rolling in.

Stunning Sequins

One of today’s ultimate style icons, Sienna Miller, has already set the style tone and worn quite a few shimmering sequin dresses in recent months.

The key is to tone down accessories and shoes, so the focus is all on the main attraction – the sequin dress! So keep legs bare or wear with black tights and pretty black patent heels.

Re-create this sexy, shimmering style in one of these sparkling Wallis dresses.

   

 

      
 
    
With the X-factor currently taking over our Saturday nights, another of our favourite style icons of the moment is Cheryl Cole. Get her gorgeous look with a Wallis sequin jacket, £80.

   
 

Mesmerize in Metallics

Metallics is another key party trend that featured heavily on the Autumn / Winter runways (at Zac Posen, D&G and Marc Jacobs to name a few).

So, if you’re not feeling quite so brave as to wear a ‘look-at-me’ sequin dress or jacket, get some shine into your life with on-trend metallic accessories instead.

Wallis have some super-luxe glistening gold flat pumps, long gold gloves, statement necklaces and shimmering black leggings.

Alternatively bring your look up-to-the-minute the easy way, with this metallic quilted strap bag. It covers many main autumn trends in one go, so should be high on your shopping list. 

See you soon for more fashion updates.

Top 5 Coats Countdown

From colourful coats and wonderful wrap-ups to biker jackets and edgy military styles, this season’s coats are the most instant (and effective) way to get your wardrobe up-to-date in a flash!

So, as the cold weather arrives, make sure you’re prepared with one of this season’s new ‘it’ cover-ups. Here’s the top 5 coats styles that rocked on the A/W fashion runways, and that are hitting stores now:

 5) In fifth place is the cool, classic and ever so easy-to-wear boyfriend jacket. Spied at Stella McCartney’s show, the boyfriend jacket remains big news this season. Wear it over dresses and with jeans alike. Vogue and Grazia recommend you play up to the ‘80s influence and wear the jacket open, over-sized and with the sleeves rolled up. Get the look with this gorgeous Wallis version.

4) Nothing will keep out the chill better than a fur coat, and there were plenty of them on the runways – at Donna Karan, Lanvin, Burberry Prorsum and Ralph Lauren. Achieve this sophisticated ‘40s ladylike look for yourself with a faux rabbit fur jacket from Wallis. It’s rather similar to Matthew Williamson’s fur coat - cosy and oh-so glamourous!

3) You won’t get more on-trend this season than in a dogtooth coat! For a look that’s a little subtler than Alexander McQueen’s head-to-toe houndstooth, opt for this stunning dogtooth pattern Cocoon coat. Very feminine and easily thrown on over any outfit, day and night!

 

2) In a season that’s usually dominated by black, it’s great to see that colour has made a comeback! The most bold and bright shades were featured at Marc Jacobs’ A/W catwalk show. I love their fun, fuchsia coat. Get you own version of this runway favourite, with the gorgeous Wallis pink wool cover-up.

1) Military madness continues, with Chloe and Luella setting this trend once again for this autumn. Combine two major looks (military and leather) in a one-stop-shop with this Wallis black double-breasted leather military jacket. This is a definite investment buy and top of the fashion charts in every way!

Visit this STYLE TALK blog later this week for more fashion and trend news.