Personal Stylist Article


Fashion Forward 2008

The high street turns around new looks before the designers can stay stop that’s my design. How do we remain individual when we can only afford to shop at the same places and are literally forced to wear the same trends?

Style is some thing that should radiate from us but how many of us already know that this is wishful thinking

Let’s look at the trends for spring summer 2008 and what we might expect a style savvy fashionista to be wearing.

On the horizon we have denim heavily featured in the Chanel S/S 08 collection, 1950’s style prom dresses brings a touch of girlie glamour however to be bang on trend you must go out and buy some thing with flowers. Floral power hints of a scent of spring and the optimism of New Year and innocent sex appeal.

The blazer look is still in for the chilly evenings make sure you team yours with accessories to give it character, for classic style keep to muted tones, to stand out in the crowd you really need to go for bright blue. Blue is one of the key looks of the summer with all the different shades being showcased in different fabrics and looks

The sunset is an inspirational colour for those who want to be ahead of the crowd, think of soft hues in red, pink and orange

Other than trends for the perfect look you need to balance your body shape,

Let’s take time to really sit down and think how do I dress for my body shape, most of us can only judge whether if something looks good when we try it on, but what happens when we just still don’t know and can’t make up your mind, how many of you have found yourself in that dilemma?

Well let’s start with a new perspective and make sure you follow these rules in 2008. Printed dresses are absolutely fabulous they are great for us curvy ladies, problem areas are hidden and if you stick to dark colours this will help slim down your figure. The dress can also take you from office to after work drinks in one fell swoop.

The shops are all sporting big bangles they are cheap and can easily update any outfit, don’t forget to balance with similar accessories so platform shoes or wedges is a must to make the look big and bold

Belts have been in for many seasons and it looks like its here to stay, the reason why it works is because it really nips in the waist making our outfit say look at me I have a fantastic figure!

Skinny Jeans and trousers are best left to slim girls but if you can’t live without them cheat and choose a cut that gives the same illusion, to pull this look of you need to remember your sky scraper heels to elongate your legs

For those who can’t stick to a healthy diet plan forget the body con look, this is high maintenance, instead think romantic ruffles and wow everyone with nude tones and quirky details


Would you like to look 10 years younger without going under the knife, or maybe your addicted to programmes like How to Look Good Naked but would never dream of exposing yourself on national TV.

There is one other solution hire your own personal stylist. It sounds a tad extravagant but looking good and feeling good is a price worth paying

Kaizenstorm personal stylist tips are for those who would like to have their own personal stylist but not ready for the plunge yet

This month I recommend Anna Lou of London jewellery. A real fun retro feel to her candy bangles it will look so sweet when the sun begins to shine. Wear your look playful with a hint of retro

Designer of the moment PPQ is designing for the high street, their collection is monochrome and It will be a wardrobe staple, well worth splashing out a bit more than your average high street price for.

Flower power is always blooming in the spring summer collections; wear the trend different to others by adding a corsage

Spring Summer 08 think of 1950’s prom dresses, picnic cheques and candy coloured sunglasses

Finally look after your nails, grooming makes you look like you made the effort, if you have an eye for pretty packaging then get your hands on pots of ciate paint pots. The nail varnish bottle even has a pretty bow on it so it will brighten your day