Color your bottoms

I absolutely love bright colored pants! No summer is complete without it! It's so versatile and adds immediate interest to your outfit. Today I paired my cerise pink pants with a black and cream top and blazer from my label Zeenat Arieff. When wearing bright pants, remember to keep the rest of your look simple with with black/white/cream. You could, however, add more zest with color blocking or a bright patterned blouse or shoes. If you do chose bright pattern, try chose a pattern that compliments the color of your pants. If you fear color pants go for darker shades and wear it with a longer length or peplum blouse, but don't miss out! Color those bottoms!

Open day at Truly Truly Sewing School

Today was open day at Truly Truly sewing school. Nikki runs the school and is a great teacher with over 20 years experience in the industry. I've had a lovely time this year with great people! Thank you for the fun experience @TrulyTrulySewingSchool. If you're interested in attending classes in Johannesburg or Cape Town, contact Nikki on 083 373 1563.

Preppy denim

I quite like the preppy look, mainly the pants, shirt and jersey sweater combo with the optional blazer/coat. I decided to go preppy denim with a light blue jeans, a lighter blue shirt and a pastel jersey. If the jersey you want to wear has a sleeve length shorter than your shirt, simply roll up the sleeve of your shirt to meet it. This hides the difference in sleeve length and also gives the look a more relaxed feel. Make the preppy look your own and add your personal touch with accessories. My favourite accessories are interesting shoes and bulky necklaces that rest just under the shirt collar, top shirt button tied or not. Remember, no preppy look is complete without a stylish handbag and sunglasses, so make sure not to leave the house without them!

White pants

Great for every season! I paired mine this Spring with a turquoise chiffon blouse, black blazer, spotted pumps and accessorized with a black and white scarf with yellow edging. I love doing black and white with pops of color. If you are a bit bottom conscious when trying white pants, as many of us are, pair it with lengthy light weight tops like chiffon or linen. Do try peplum blouses and layering as well. White pants are too fresh and chic to miss out on, so shop for a pair that compliments your body type and fits well. Have fun, play around with it and see what works for you! Oh! Psst...one last thing...don't forget to wear seamless nude undies!

Blazer ready

Blazer ready. Be blazer ready all year round. I love light linen blazers as a throw over for spring/summer and cashmere and leather blazers for autumn/winter. Today I wore a black and cream patterned cotton dress with black hosiery and black lace up suede flats. Quite a basic outfit. To add some polish, I whipped on a cream blazer. It highlighted the pattern and elevated the look. Blazers smarten any outfit. Put it to the test! In a basic wardrobe we'll usually find  only black blazers. I encourage you to explore alternatives! My must have's for any wardrobe includes a black blazer, a white/cream blazer and a blazer with an element of interest, either patterned, bright colored or both. Remember that with any blazer you buy the fit must be perfect! #putyourbestblazerforward