Just like your most flattering colours reflect your own colour characteristics, so it is true for patterns and prints. In order to choose patterns which complement your colouring, you need to be able to identify your key characteristics. Choose Patterns Which Complement Your Own Contrast Levels and Intensity For those with high contrast in their […]
Which greens are your most flattering if you are a Soft Dominant season? There is huge variation in the colour green, and that variety means there is definitely a green for all seasons. There are light greens, dark greens, bright greens, muted greens, yellow greens and blue greens. In my previous post I talked about […]
Summer 2023 is here, and that means it’s time to update your wardrobe with the latest fashion trends. Or is it? Just because something is on trend doesn’t mean it should be mindlessly adopted by us all. Before adding the latest ‘in’ thing to your wardrobe, there’s a few factors to consider if your goal […]
Do you have a classic style personality? A classic style personality prefers timeless looks that are stylish year after year. They are not interested in throwaway fashion and would rather have fewer, quality pieces in their closet. It is epitomised by unfussy designs, regular shapes, thoughtful co-ordination and a degree of conservatism. They tend to […]
Do you have a Feminine Romantic style personality? Do you love pretty things, soft fabrics, heart shape accessories and a good love story?
Hats can look so fabulous and add a touch of panache to any outfit, casual or formal. However, some hats look great on us and some don’t so it helps to know what to look for when choosing one. Our face shape is one of the important factors to consider when buying a hat. […]
Lessons to be Learned from a Style Icon We love Audrey Hepburn, she is one of our favourite style icons. We think she perfectly epitomised stylish dressing and we began to consider that the rest of us mere mortals could learn how to dress like a style icon by studying how Audrey did it. […]
Patterned pants are a very popular fashion trend this year. They are frequently colourful and just a little ‘out there’. For the past couple of summer seasons, floral pants were the in thing, but in Summer 2014/15, there has seen a shift away from flowers to abstract and geometric patterns. The colour options have been varied, and of […]
We’ve all made the occasional sartorial mistake at some time or other. Many of us older girls can probably remember a few cringe worthy moments in our youth. So, in the interest of looking fabulous from here on in, …here is one of AbFab’s ”don’t go there” tips; unco-ordinated colours. For example, when you wear […]
Many women bemoan the fact they have thick ankles and often opt for pants in lieu of dresses because they feel more comfortable about their appearance when their ankles are not on show. However, many of us take the minimise and disguise strategy too far by never ever wearing a fabulous dress or skirt and […]
