I am fashion crazy; I love everything about the industry and the clothes. I literally live for fashion, (no exaggeration; my money always seems to go on clothes, shoes, handbags or accessories....!!). I admire individuality and the fearless; I adore to people watch and see admire other peoples styles and I gain lots of inspiration from that. I see fashion as an art form; a way to express yourself and be creative. To me, clothes are not something you just wear - they are part of you and your personality. It's important to cultivate your own style, something that lets the world know that this is how you are! Fashion is for everyone, we can all develop our own signature style and I hope The Chic Guide will help you and others to be more creative and bold!
Remember - Fashion should always be fun, no matter what age, size or shape you are; so be adventurous, try something that you never would or thought you would or could wear, be yourself and most importantly be FABULOUS and CHIC!

Monday, October 31, 2011

Top 10 for Autumn/Winter 2011 - No. 1 Vintage Chic!





With Summer well and truly gone and the dark nights slowly creeping in, it's hard not to feel a little down but hey it's not all doom and gloom, with a new season brings a new wardrobe! So instead of getting the blues why not channel that energy into focusing on your new Autumn/Winter wardrobe and believe there is lots of trends this coming season to get excited about! For the next few weeks will be solely dedicated to the top ten hottest looks as seen on the catwalk for this Autumn/Winter 2011-12.
At number one is Forties Full-on Glamour - Gucci, Prada, Jean Paul Gaultier and Donna Karan all featured elements from the 40's.... Fur, pearls, leather gloves, pencil skirts, trench coats, stiletto heels, waist belts are all very much in this season. However of you don't fancy a full on forties look, you can always just use some simple accessories, like a vintage scarf or brooch to add a more vintage feel without being to dressy. 

Here a list of some great places to shop to recreate a fabulous forties chic look. 20th Century Foxy has a fabulous selection of timeless pieces, they also have guides on how to recreate an authentic 40's look, it really is a one stop shop! Vivien of Holloway is another fantastic online store, their famous circle dress will have you in a spin! Heyday! Vintage Style Clothing is fantastic, they only make a limit number of each item which is great as you never need to worry about someone wearing the same dress. Their clothes will literally makes you feel like you've jumped back in time! 

Bernie Dexter also has a gorgeous range of rockabilly inspired pieces for more casual inspired vintage pieces, her siren capri jeans are to die for! Bearflag Republic USA also stock a gorgeous range retro inspired pieces from vintage inspired shoes, books to clothing, it's some of my personal favourite stores online as it as such a wide selection! So go and check these stores out now, there so many gorgeous treasures waiting to be bought...!











Thursday, October 6, 2011

Sinister Soles

Fetish, leather and Goth Glam is everywhere this upcoming season and what better way to complete you look with these boots and even better they come with a very small price tag too at only $56.99! Sinister Soles have a great range of footwear that are anything other than ordinary! With everything from fetish, burlesque, lolita, Victorian and much more, it's well worth checking out. Also with Halloween just around the corner Sinister Soles fun footwear range is ideal for complete any costume, trick or treating will never be the same again! Check out there full range at: www.sinistersoles.com