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  • 3 WAYS TO WEAR THE VEST TREND: ALL YEAR ROUND!

    3 WAYS TO WEAR THE VEST TREND: ALL YEAR ROUND!

    Style is a tool and in Style-And-You we show you how to use it. We specialise in helping people make the right choices for their body type, lifestyle, and personality.  But more than anything … we love making you feel and look great.  

    In case you have not noticed… but men’s waistcoats have definitely entered women’s wardrobe and are here to stay. And gone are the days when a waistcoat (or a vest) is worn only as the third piece of a lounge suit.

    So, if you love tailored and menswear-inspired pieces with minimalist vibe then these style tips will help you get the most out of your vest investment. 



     3 EASY WAYS TO WEAR A VEST ALL YEAR ROUND:


    1.   Wear a tailored vest shirtless! This sexy, chic and standalone way to wear it will help you stay cool during the summer months. Pairing with a wide-leg pant can create a more professional vibe or pair with a matching linen/cotton loose pants for a casual vibe.

    2.   The beauty about wearing a vest, is that it is a tran-seasonal and versatile piece. So wearing it now in Spring or Winter is easy – simply layer it over a simple white T-shirt or shirt to keep the chills away, which is a perfect option for the office or out of office days too. 

    3.   Want to wear it all year round? Wear the vest over a turtleneck as an underneath layer during colder months. Cashmere turtleneck (as I am wearing in the last image on the right) works perfectly as an under-layer to keep you snug and warm.

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    To create a stylish and modern outfit, you can pair your vest with loose trousers and trendy sandals for summer months. Or pair it with sleek leather loafers or boots for colder months. 

    You can also pair your vest with loose-fit jeans, pleated Bermuda shorts, or a silky slip skirt. And it will look equally great under a blazer or oversize suit or denim jacket if the weather calls for an extra layer.

    Accessorise with a colourful tote bag and you’re all set. For a more professional vibe opt for a canvas or overall tote bag in neutral colour. 

    Kendall Jenner rocks this outfit with easy minimal chic combination of tailored wide leg pants and a tailored vest. If you want to re-create her look I’ve made it easy for you to shop for your favourite pieces HERE on our curated shop-board. Or alternatively you can always try our Personal Shopping services where we will do all your shopping for you.

    We’re hotting up with the sunny season in our reach, and no doubt many special occasions coming up – LET ME STYLE YOU! 

    To Your Style Xx

    Natalia Macri
    Founder of www.style-and-you.com

  • BEST ZARA OUTWEAR IN WINTER 2022

    BEST ZARA OUTWEAR IN WINTER 2022

    Winter is here. Now, with the temperatures dropping we really dress. And cosiness is of the utmost importance in this cold weather, of course depending on winter temperatures in your specific region. 

    Apart from mixing textures and layering fabrics for warmth I think the most important layer in your winter outfit is your top layer, as this is the first layer anyone can see on you straight away. 

    The goal here is to choose something that is warm, comfortable and stylish at the same time, but most importantly something that will last for years to come to avoid reinvesting into the same piece of clothing over and over. And of course (I hear you…) it should be reasonable in terms of price, without jeopardising on quality. Generally speaking you would want something to last you for 5-10 years of good wear, covering most occasions, meaning work and out of work situations. 

    This is where the knowledge of macro (i.e. long lasting) trends is important as you would want to invest your hard earned money only into something that is worth your while and that you can enjoy for some time. Besides, who has the time to shop over and over just to replace pieces that are outdated or worn out due to questionable quality. 

    But do not worry as I have done all the work for you. You do not need to spend hours on the Internet researching the latest trends and figuring out which ones to stay or which ones to go. Or buying new clothes just to realise they are not of the best quality and do not last for long. You have got a busy life and probably have a lot on your plate already, juggling everything and anything from work to your family commitments. 

    That is why I put together a quick video of 5 winter options from Zara, I would recommend as a personal stylist, that are worth investing in. Watch it HERE now…

    It is not a secret that Zara is an affordable high street retail chain that is known for its modern designs and low prices, although these ‘low’ prices have been going up and up over the last few years. However, I have been picking a lot of clothes for my clients from Zara stores all over the world, for at least over the last 10 years, which gives me a good insight into quality items to choose from the array of clothes they have to offer. You can say that I have an ‘upper hand’ in terms of knowing what will work best and live long, so to speak. 

    Please note that in this video I have picked some current but quality pieces at a fraction of cost for you, as if you were to buy these items from any designer store it would cost you sometimes up to 10 times more.

    Here are just few quick examples of similar designer pieces to compare to what i hand picked for you in my video above.

    Moncler Clair Padded Down Jacket $1,927.89


    Oroton Quilted Puffer Jacket $499


    Acne Studios Striped Single-Breasted Coat $1598

    And as always, don’t be shy and reach out to me if you have any questions regarding the above or alternatively

    Email Natalia@www.style-and-you.com to find out how I can help you create stylish look for you, based on your lifestyle, body shape, and style personality in mind.

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    Stylish Wishes XX

    Natalia Macri
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  • 8 AUTUMN 2022 TRENDS FOR A PROFESSIONAL WOMAN’S WARDROBE

    8 AUTUMN 2022 TRENDS FOR A PROFESSIONAL WOMAN’S WARDROBE

    What is the most scarce resource in a working woman’s life? ….Time of course. And if you are in this category I want to make everything possible to make your life easier, not harder.

    Let me guess here, as a working woman you probably want to keep your wardrobe utterly classic and chic, with the minimal effort right? Well, that is why I have put together for you a quick update on trends you can incorporate in your professional wardrobe straight away, saving you time and energy searching the Internet.

    1. MAXI

    This Autumn 2022 season hemlines definitely dropped right to the floor, as seen in Yves Saint Laurent ready to wear collection, featuring impressive floor-sweeping lengths this season. The straight wide leg will definitely give you the comfort of movement throughout your busy day at work and WFH included!. Just pair it with a blouse or sweater for a sleek autumn look. It’s that easy! 

    [Image Credit: YSL]

    [Image Credit: YSL]

    Similar floor-sweeping creations were also spotted in Peter Do, Kwaidan Editions and Tod collections. 
    These maxi skirt lengths look equally great when paired with a blazer, long jacket, white shirt, T-shirt,  casual sweater or cardigan, making it super wearable for daytime.

    [Image Credit: Peter Do]

    [Image Credit: Kwaidan Editions]

    [Image Credit: TOD]

    2. MINI

    To counteract the long hemlines designers also featured above-the-knee hemlines in tailored pieces, such as mini skirts as seen at Versace, Fendi and Jil Sander. To keep your workwear look cool and professional it is best to pair them with blazers for a polished office look.

    [Image Credit: Fendi, Versace, Jil Sander]

    3. CAMEL TONES

    As I always say, classics never goes out of style and strong presence of classic warm caramel tones on all major runways this Autumn 2022 season is proof. From tailored jackets, bodycon dresses and bodysuits to mixed-media trenches, you can not go wrong with classic camel tones in your wardrobe.

    [Image Credit: Victor Glemaud, Gabriela Hearst, Michael Kors Collection]

    [Image Credit: Prada]

    [Image Credit: TOD]

    4. OVERSIZED SHOULDERS

    We see a suiting trend each season and this Autumn 2022 suits continued to show oversized blazers with widened shoulder lines as seen at LV, Prada, Gucci and Sportmax. Although it might look like something your dad might wear to the office, this relaxed and oversized trend look extremely comfortable yet daring.

    [Image Credit: Louis Vuitton]

    [Image Credit: Gucci]

    [Image Credit: Sportmax]

    5. SLOPPING SLEEVE

    A slopping sleeve trend also stays strong this Autumn 2022 season and looks particularly cozy in outer wear  as seen in Rick Owens and Dries Van Noten collections. 

    [Image Credit: Rick Owens]

    [Image Credit: Dries Van Noten]

    6. EXTREME COLOUR

    Valentino impressed with a very strong colour statement in hot pink, which is traced throughout the whole collection. Impressively enough, this intense, magenta colour was named as “Pink PP,” and introduced as a new Pantone colour created by Pierpaolo Piccioli (creative director of Valentino ) himself. This ‘monotone’ colour palette was specifically selected to remove distractions and concentrate the viewers’ eyes on distinguishing the differences between silhouette and detail. Definitely for a brave professional woman! 

    [Image Credit: Valentino]

    [Image Credit: Valentino]

    7. EVERYDAY BASICS

    When it comes to the everyday, there were some basics showing a less-is-more mentality featuring tailored and fitted suits, skirts, slip dresses, and an overwhelming number of white easy button-down shirts, sophisticated t-shirts and tank tops styled with black trousers or medium-wash jeans.

    [Image Credits: Alessandro Lucioni, Imaxtree, Bottega Veneta]

    [Image Credits: Gabriela Hearst, Bottega Veneta, Marni]

    8. LEATHER-ON-LEATHER 

    Full supple leather-on-leather look was particularly strong this season, featuring new colour palette with pink and purple notes as seen on Prada and Bottega Veneta runways. A new Power look indeed for a strong professional woman!

    [Image Credits: Prada]

    [Image Credits: Prada, Khaite, Bottega Venetta]

    Obviously these are not the only trends that have emerged this season but I tried to select the ones that are more reasonable and wearable for a professional woman.

    Email Natalia@www.style-and-you.com to find out how I can help you create stylish look for you, based on your lifestyle, body shape, and style personality in mind.

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    Natalia Macri
    Founder of www.style-and-you.com