SPRING'S CHICEST look by far is the trouser or pant suit, and our favourite iteration of the trend is in always-elegant all white. Whether in linen or satin, white strappy sandals or chunky trainers, it's a look that is crisp yet relaxed and can go from office to weekend effortlessly.
You can call me overly obsessed with the trouser suit style and I will agree with you. I think there is no other style that makes a women look more powerful and confident, attractive and stylish than while wearing a full suit. When I spend my days at work in a suit, I never feel more comfortable or confident. In fact, I often get asked by my clients if they can try the look as well and this inspired me to write a few words about this great style option.
IT'S TRENCH COAT season! And while my trusty Burberry is being freshened up at the dry cleaners, here is a little inspiration on how to style the eternally chic trench, somewhat a tradition around here at TIG in the springtime. Whether with white pants and a chignon or over a camel blazer or a silver sequined dress, it's fashion favourite staple and never goes out of style...
It's time again for introducing the new arrivals (& current favourites) at The Shop, and this week, there are myriad wonderfully chic things. At Belgrave Crescent, there is the Bordeaux Jetsetter Tote in White Camellia, a perfectly lovely sized tote for everyday, simple yet sophisticated, lightweight yet durable.
THINK THE FIRST time we fell in love with the gathered leather clutch was with Phoebe Philo and Old Céline's Spring 2018 RTW collection shown in Paris in June 2017. Now, a couple of years later, Bottega Veneta has their own version, and the rest of the world (especially on Instagram) seems to have fallen for this chic fashion accessory as well. We're especially enamoured with the ones featuring the Italian fashion house's signature Intrecciato weaving technique. Scroll through for more inspiration and shopping links...
Net-a-Porter is currently having its spring 15% off sale and here are a few of the things on our list: a beautiful beige blazers, belt bags and pleated skirts in shades of lilac; mules and espadrilles and coconut highlighter...
The utility or boiler suit is one spring trend that I am willing to give a try this year. Whether you follow trends or not, this one is timeless and works with everything, on every occasion―depending, of course, on the style and fabric of the piece you have. You can choose one in denim or you can choose leather, cotton, linen, or lurex, etc.―all of these options being easy to style.
HAVE BEEN SEARCHING for a skinny jeans (or denim in general) alternative for some time now, and just like that, a new spring trend has arrived just time.
The first day of spring has only just passed and already we're dreaming of lusty summer days. Days filled with fluttery little white guipure lace dresses and wicker; peachy luminizer and coconut highlighter, bronzy skin against crashing waves and falling rays of golden sun...
This is a time of fashion houses reissuing their iconic pieces, and with Fendi's reissuing of its Baguette on the SS19 runways and Karl Lagerfeld's recent passing away, the Italian fashion house is very much on everyone's minds. The late designer did, after all, work for the brand for 54 years. So for this edition of Style Inspiration, we'll look at the many iterations of Fendi's iconic FℲ branded pieces, from mock turtlenecks and knits to capes, tights, and trenches, and of course, the Baguette.
VALENCIA - Nearly mid-March and there are already pink blossoms on the trees and days of endless sunshine. The park along the old river bed is filled with picnickers and afternoon loungers, and here, we're excited for new spring things, including chic wicker bags and glamorous dangling baroque pearl earrings; flowery perfumes and tortoiseshell sunglasses, lip balms and luxurious hand lotions and more...
EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE, there is a mini trend that comes along that is just too pretty to pass up, and the rhinestone/crystal belt with blue jeans is one of them. We had begun seeing these lovely embellished belts on Instagram, and then in shop window here in the city and fell in love with this simple and easy way to dress up an everyday look. Scroll through for some style inspiration and to shop...
May this year be a softer journey. May we survive through art, friends and all the beautiful things around us. I hope to take more care of myself this year, to have more healthy habits, to take care of my skin, to sleep the necessary hours, to take care of my thoughts and my feelings.
Old-school hair accessories have really been making a comeback. Scrunchies, hairbands, clips, barrettes and slides have been seen on fashionistas and Instagrammers everywhere, but none so ubiquitous as the Gucci barrettes and hair slides. Made of crystal-embellished tortoiseshell resin emblazoned with the brand's name, it's encrusted with crystals and mini gold studs and perfectly dresses up an everyday look. The brand also makes an alternative barrette encrusted with the word "Amour" (shop here). Apart from Gucci, there are also other styles to choose from as well, including pearl clips and gold-plated hairpins...
STRANGE to be writing this message on the very last day of the year, as when many of these photos were taken, the month of December stretched out like a long and languid dream.
