Wallis Style Talk

Must-Have Maxi Dresses

 

Create the wow factor with the season's must-have item, the maxi dress!

The maxi dress can be worn on sun-soaked days on the beach or dressed up in the evening with some statement jewellery and a clutch.

Whether you're going for a bright, printed or monochrome look, we have a maxi dress to suit your mood!

 

These gorgeous floral maxi dresses are great for summer and can be worn day or night! 

 

Great for an event, a black and white maxi dress will ensure all eyes are on you!

 

Whether you go for orange, purple or blue, these three grecian maxi dresses are a super-flattering choice!

Whatever your style, make the maxi dress your summer staple!

 

4 Ways to Wear the Blazer

 

We know that when it comes to purchasing an item, versatility is up there with does it suit my figure, can I afford it, is it on-trend, to name just a few. With this in mind we decided to set 7 of our favourite bloggers a little style challenge! We gave them one of our new season blazers and four days to come up with four different outfits around this blazer. 

Below are just a few of our favourite outfits that they have put together. Be sure to head over to each of their blogs to see more and vote on your favourite.

 

 

Thanks to Kimberly at PennyPincherFashion, Samantha at The Brunette One, Bethany at B Soup, Kellie at Leopard and Lavender, Jessica at Here & Now, Colleen at Classy Mommy and Heather at Fashionista NY Girl - we LOVE all the different looks!

You can shop our blazers here and share your looks with us over on our Twitter and Facebook pages.

We look forward to seeing your diferent looks!

 

Glamorous Touch

 

Every Wallis woman needs a little glamour in her wardrobe. With beautiful printed maxi dresses, oversized shades and metallics to mix into your daytime look; we’ve got hundreds of styles ready to add a touch of glam to every outfit.

 

From left to right: stone mac, leopard and paisley print maxi dress, black short sleeve top, gold collar necklace, stone studded top, black jeans, black blazer, black and gold sequin top, cream metallic bag, nude flat shoes with metal dick trim, and black platform court shoes.

 

Mix muted neutral tones with black to give your look a luxurious feel!

Bold stripes

 

The motif of the season. Take inspiration from the catwalks and make stripes your new go-to piece. Seen everywhere from Marc Jacobs to Tommy Hilfiger, stripes made up a big part of their SS13 collections. 

 

 

Fun and easy to wear, this season's stripes are bold! From black and white to colourful stripes, there's sure to be something for everyone!

 

 

From left to right: stone stripe heart jumper, petite black stripe top, navy spot and stripe top and petite stripe tunic.

 

An impressive piece to have in our wardrobe, vertical stripes help elongate your figure whilst horizontal stripes can often narrow it! Whether you opt for head-to-toe stripes like that seen on the catwalk at Marc Jacobs or add a flash of colour to yours like D&G, stripes are a must-have!

 

 

Blazers - Day To Night

 

A must have piece in anyone's wardrobe, the colored blazer can be worn day or night.

 

Brighten up your workwear wardrobe with this red fitted jacket. A chic and effortless cover up, team with a cream blouse in the day or with a printed dress in the evening for instant glamour.

 

Master the smart/casual look with this timeless navy bazer. A great piece for both the day and night, the fitted blazer can be worn with just about everything - making it our new season saviour!

 

Trendy, stylish and versatile, the tailored blazer is an absolute must-have!

Outfit Of The Week...

  
Left to right: Aqua Sequin Twist Sweater, Gold Statement Collar Necklace, Stone Slim Leg Jeans, Black Tassel Handheld Bag, Neutral Metal Wedge Court Shoe

 

It's Friday which means one thing...it's time to get inspired with our outfit of the week! This week we've given you a taser of what's to come in SS13 so now we thought we'd show you how we'll be styling some of our favourite new pieces this weekend.

It's not quite warm enough to face the winds in a tshirt so embrace them in a refreshing wave of colour by opting for this aqua sequin twist jumper. The sequins give it a touch of sparkle making it a versatile garment that will take you right through the year.

It doesn't always need to be out with the old and in with the new. Simply alter your daily accessories to recreate an outfit, allowing yourself to keep up with the trends. A beautiful handbag and pair of slim leg jeans  will complete the look. 

 

Colour Ideas For SS13...

It's time to prepare for SS13. Grab the opportunity to use your wardrobe as a weapon of colour.

After the dark winter months a breath of fresh air is needed and there is no better way to achieve this than by wearing pastel shades.

                     

Pictured Left to Right: Mint Bird Print Blouse, Green Spring Ombre Jumper

Mint green was seen all over the SS13 catwalks was and is definitely one to watch this season. So, if mint is your colour, definitely add this gorgeous bird print blouse and spring ombre jumper to your shopping list!

                  
Pictured Left to Right: Coral Twist Pocket Jumper, Petite Bouquet Gypsy Blouse

Coral is a great way to brighten up any outfit. Perfect for the spring and summer months, this coral jumper and printed blouse will look fantastic against sun kissed skin.

Whether you opt for prints or block colour you're sure to be prepared for SS13.

 

The Padded Coat

                  
   
Pictured Left to Right: Black Fur Collar Padded Coat, Stone Mid Length Padded Coat

Complete your look this season with one of our gorgeous new padded coats -  a great investment piece!

Add a belt to cinch the coats in at the waist - creating a svelte silhouette which will in turn be very flattering. The snug fit and padding within the coats are the perfect combination to keep you warm. City sidewalks to mountainous slopes - these women's coats are both fashion forward and functional. They are our cold weather, favourites!

Your new smart/casual go-to piece, the padded coat can be worn day or night. Wear the padded coat with bold, block colours to achieve maximum style. It will be an investment you won't regret...

 

Must-Have Knitwear

 

One of the most sought-after items of the season, knitwear has been updated for AW12/13. If you haven't bought your statement jumper yet then we've got a fabulous selection for you to choose from. 

Left to right: Aqua Sequin Twist Jumper, Blue Cotton Animal Sweater, Navy Stripe Anchor Jumper

 

Aqua is a key colour this season which means that this gorgeous sequin twist jumper is an instant winner. The loose fit and sequins add a touch of glamour, making it a piece that can be worn both day and night.

Splashes of blue and gold detailing have been incorporated into the animal printed jumper, to give it an updated look.  Make a statement and layer this jumper over a skirt for the complete look!

For days out to the coast there is no better option other than stripes. Seeing as the trend is all about having fun, the anchor detailing on the striped jumper is the perfect choice and gets you in to the seaside spirit.

Left to right: Butterfly Jumper, J'Adore Jumper, Oh La La Jumper

 

Conversational knits are an absolute must this coming season! With slogans such as J'adore and Ooh La La to choose from, let your jumper do the talking. Perfect for a relaxed lunch date with friends, these jumpers are sure to be your new must-have item.

Let the butterfly printed knit take centre stage by teaming it with a pair of skinny trousers and girly accessories.

 

Playful jumpers are an absolute must this season. Dress them up, dress them down - just promise to not wait around...

The New Monochrome Collection...

 

Just when you thought you had been tempted enough we've decided to raise the stakes and introduce a brand new range. A black and white collection called the 'New Monochrome' has hit the rails and my oh my is it elegant.

The only problem is, is that there is too much to choose from due to the variety of patterns and finishes that have been used. Who ever thought that the simplicity of using just two colours could produce such a fabulous assortment?

Last week, Wallis' 'outfit of the week' got the excitement started when the black spot drape dress (above) from the new monochrome collection was featured on the blog.

Spots and animal prints are patterns which don't seem to be going anywhere. But as time goes on, patterns are evolved as well as updated.

The side detailing on the animal dress (above), gathers the material across the middle allowing the bottom half to loosely hang which in turn is very flattering.

The small spots on the cardigan (below) are the perfect combination of dainty and cute - an easy way to jazz up a plain outfit.

 
The timeless patent shoe (below) has been gone through a design shoe-makeover with the additions of the ankle buckle and two tone black/white patent. A shoe classic.

Be a trend setter by shopping the new monochrome collection ...