LUST HAVE TREND : LADYLIKE BEHAVIOUR

I'M A LADY!

Ladylike behaviour is all about being feminine but still twisting the trend to suit you. This one is full of contradictions and is more sporty and accessible then past femme trends but is all about being 'put-together' and looking confident. Think soft pastels with a hint of more subdued summery hues. Feminine ruffles, frills and bows against the elegant clean lines of tuxedo jackets and denim. Slim leg pants and trouser-style denims, structured pencil-skirt-suits with print blouses underneath and Dior silhouettes with ankle boots. Ladylike Behaviour is a return to something a little more subdued and tasteful, perhaps a reflection on recent world affairs. But whatever has triggered the comeback of curves and girly dresses Im welcoming it!

TREND SHOPPING : LADYLIKE BEHAVIOUR

(1) Witchery Soft Tuxedo Jacket 189.95

(2) Willow Strapless Silk Top

(3) Sussan Leaf Earrings $16.95

(4)Tiffany & Co. 1837 Interlocking Bangles

(5) Nine West Aileen Tote $139

(6) Witchery Super Skinny jeans

(7 )Tony Bianco Joss Heels $60

TRENDS ON THE RUNWAY : LADYLIKE BEHAVIOUR

Bottega Veneta s10, Alberta Ferretti S10, Preen F10

Burberry S10, Stella McCartney F10, Jason Wu F10

Lanvin F10 , Collette Dinnigan S10 , Oscar De Le Renta F10

(runway images from style.com)

LUST HAVE TREND : STATEMENT NECKLACES

This trend is not exactly new to the style scene but it is persistent! First making a big showing on the runway last year it looks like it is here to stay! I always say accessories are the quickest and least expensive way to stay on trend, and who wants to pass up the opportunity for a little opulence; its good for the soul. An automatic style symbol and genius way to dress up even the humble plain white Tee, the statement necklace should take up some prime real estate in your jewellery draw. So whether its an ornately beaded bib or a plate sized pendant (or both!)- get bold this Winter!

THE STATEMENT NECKLACE : TREND SHOPPING

(1)Rupert and Sherlock handmade Turquoise Statement Necklace $90 (2) Sportsgirl Black jewelled neckpiece $39.95 (3)Mimco Metal Mesh Choker $229 e $145 (4)Witchery Bib Front Beaded Necklace $89.95 (5)Kenneth Jay Lane Multi-chain silver-tone necklace UK105 Anthropologie

THE STATEMENT NECKLACE : WEARING IT

(1) Vera Wang Spring 10 (2) Marni Spring 09 (3) Lanvin Fall RTW 10 (4)Dinosaur Designs (5)Drew Barrymore via Style Bistro (6)Olivia Palermo via Elle UK