Awesome embellishing
Using embellishments, and appliqué, to add panache to fashion garments is a hot trend currently, although the contemporary visions strutting catwalks in 2023 are vastly different to granny’s days of patchwork and quilting. The embellishment trend has dominated runways worldwide, and major events such as this month’s Met Gala. Bejewelled embellishments are making […]
All rugged up
When it comes to selecting a winter coat, loving the coat you wear is just as important as staying warm. Start by checking out the latest fashion trends and identifying which styles you like. Consider investing in a timeless classic like a wool pea coat or a trendy oversized puffer jacket. Make sure […]
Menswear designer on the rise
ARA fashion graduate Judd Cargin talks to Metropol’s Daniella Judge about success, and working as the menswear designer at popular brand I Love Ugly. Judd reveals, “I always knew I wanted to work in a creative field, and my initial drive was to become a sneaker designer”. Studying fashion design was the path […]
A fresh winter look: Made In The Shade
Twenty years ago, Sally, a busy wife, mother, and grandmother, discovered a local womenswear store that changed how she felt about clothes shopping, and it is all down to the owner, Alison Donn. Made in the Shade is all about the service – Alison’s personal approach. “Before you know it, your wardrobe is […]
Less can be best
Minimal makeup means using only what you need to enhance your features. As always, cleanse, tone, and moisturise before applying makeup. Instead of a heavy foundation and concealer, try a glow-enhancing lotion that matches your skin tone, and/or a tinted moisturiser. The latter are available in hydrating formulas to add to your natural […]
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