The Denim Shirt

A denim shirt is timeless and is really great for everyday! It's perfect for any occasion and all year round. I usually associate it with weekends and holidays but nowadays it works at the office as well. My three favorite ways to wear it are layering, denim on denim and denim shirts and skirts. 

LAYERING

We've seen layerimg more and more and if done well, it's not only a solution for a lack of winter clothing haha! It is also quite slimming and is a very stylish look. To do it right, wear the most fitted item of clothing at the bottom and the most loose fitting on top e.g. vest, shirt, cardigan and coat.  Remember not to button up your top most layer, you don't want to hide the other layers. Each layer should be visible so that you don't look like a marshmallow!

DENIM ON DEMIN

Still my favorite of all the ways you can wear a denim shirt! I love simple, clean looks and I my favorite is a medium blue shirt with white jeans, a tan tote and cute pumps. Here are a few more denim on denim looks you can try which I absolutely love! So chic!

DENIM SHIRTS AND SKIRTS

We usually wear denim shirts with trousers and I love wearing it with bright colored or printed pants and a black blazer. However, I think denim shirts with skirts rule and are not worn enough! I love denim shirts with loud skirts, so unexpected and stylish! 

FIND YOUR PERFECT DENIM SHIRT

I found a few denim shirts that I quite like. Of course I had to post a couple from Net-a-Porter, even if it's just to look at! I also found a few at Woolworths. Either way, I'm sure you will find the perfect style! If you're anything like me, you probably have a couple in your wardrobe already! If you're not digging the style anymore, it's time to find a tailor! You can totally make it work for a fraction of the cost of a new shirt! Happy exploring!

Click here to shop http://www.woolworths.co.za/store/cat?Ntt=Denim+shirt&Dy=1&Nty=1

How to tie a turban-like scarf

Happy Ramadaan to everyone fasting!

I decided to share a "how to" video of my favorite scarf style in the spirit of Ramadaan.

This style is not only worn by Muslim women but is also used as an accessory or to mask a bad hair day! What I like about this style is that it's great for summer and looks great with office wear. This style is perfect to show off beautiful high collared blouses, pretty necklines or lovely necklaces!

Gloves

I absolutely love how versatile gloves are. They are worn to the office, the movies, special events, for sport and even by brides on their wedding day! They are the forgotten accessory!

Who would have thought I would be raving about gloves? Definitely not me! I rediscovered mine on a cold winters morning and it looked absolutely fabulous with my crisp white shirt, leather tote, long chocolate brown coat and skinny trousers tucked into my riding boots. It makes an outfit richer. It's the perfect way to add a touch of vintage to a modern look.

If you're doubting how practical it can be, sure it's a bit difficult to grip things and can look out of place, but it can still work! Two things to look out for is fit and fabric. Make sure the gloves aren't too big or small and that the fabric is suited to what you're doing.

Leather is your best bet. It's the most versatile and easy to clean.When you're driving, make sure it's leather or a fabric with grip! Woolen gloves are lovely for relaxed Sunday's and walks in the park, but can be slippery, so be careful.

To save you time on getting your perfect pair, I did some research! Woolworths has the biggest selection of gloves for everyday use and at the most reasonable prices. Although...I bet you have a devine pair in your cupboard you've forgotten about! If you're not so lucky, here are my favorites:

Photo credit: Woolworths Shop at a Woolworths now!

What to wear?!

I can't tell you how many mornings I've struggled to decide on what to wear! Most of the time I can comfortably throw a look together, but there are days when it's not that easy...and I walk out of the door looking like it! So I got thinking and decided to share a few "quick-style tips" on how to skip the wardrobe war and look stylish getting out of the door on time!

As Nina Garcia, Fashion Director of Marie Claire says, start with the shoes! For winter, I love boots. They look fabulous over a pair of great skinny jeans/pants or worn with a skirt and woolen stockings. For summer, I loooove a great pair of heels or pumps and they look great with three quarter pants and dresses.

Once you decide on your favorite shoe-bottom combos, the rest of the outfit will come together easily. I like to keep the interest in the bottoms I wear, with prints or bright colors and pair it with a classic shirt or blouse. So chic.

And there you have it 1. Shoes first 2. Interesting bottoms to go with your shoe choice and 3. A classic blouse like a crisp white shirt, you can never have too many!

If you're going with plain bottoms, add a touch of personality with an interesting scarf or handbag. Finish the look with a great blazer/coat and classic jewelry. My favorites are a watch/bracelet and a pair of stud earrings.

I hope I gave you a good start in deciding your personal standard! Remember, it's all about the shoes!

Here's to no more crazy wardrobe mornings *fingers crossed*

Photo cred Shoes from Spree online and clothing from Somerset Jane