SPRING / SUMMER 2020 FASHION SHOPPING GUIDE

Here’s your complete personal shopper guide to the key S/S20 fashion trends based on body types

These 5 affordable style updates create instant an wardrobe makeover and the best part? THEY LOOK FANTASTIC WORN TOGETHER

Because as a wardrobe planner, I always tell my personal styling clients to :

*think in outfits*

By planning what you’re going to buy before you go clothes shopping, you BUY LESS and WEAR IT MORE!

Spring 2020 Trends

I’m concentrating on SPRING fashion, so featuring clothes in longer lengths with sleeve coverage etc. but because I ❤️ you, I’m also sharing my style tips on how to wear certain fashion trends in to summer, autumn and even winter!!

Let’s dive in….

…Fashionably Late

Here’s an little personal shopper video I actually shot back in September (oops) but I’m chuffed to say that I’ve been back-to-back with clients so blog posts had to be politely *paused*.

It outlines some key fashion styles to help inspire and guide you, high street versions I’ve sourced and published based on positive personal styling client feedback, so many are tried and tested!

Sydney Guided Shopping:

Fashion Trend 1/. TIERED SKIRTS

These tiered skirts are FUN FUN FUN!

There’s a version for everyone – some are easy wear with simple tiers, whilst others are more ‘fashun’ with layered ruffles and patterns which offer a higher octane party theme!

What ever your personal style, you can match it, go boho, girly, edgy, the choice is yours!

FLATTERS THESE FEMALE BODY TYPES:

• All body shapes apart from a rounder APPLE

• Particularly good for PEARS

• If you have a bit of a tummy then invest in a style with a 2 layered wide waistband – or basque – to offer support

• For curve sizes, I would advise the easier to wear simpler styles or softer fabrics if choosing ruffles

Check out my Pinterest TIERED SKIRT board for loads of style inspiration

MY PERSONAL SHOPPER PICKS:

Easiest to wear: what a great denim skirt update for a mummy makeoverfrom Seed!

Fashion version:

Get Twice The Amount Of Wear

As a professional image consultant, I often suggest buying the matching top for maximum impact and then pair with a t-shirt for an effortless day look?

Twice the enjoyment with no thinking involved!

How To Wear In Autumn / Winter

These skirts shout *summer holiday* but cleverly this midi-maxi-length skirt style also offers some warmth which means you can wear most of the year round when styled correctly!

SUSTAINABLE FASHION TIPS: To achieve maximum bang-for-buck then buy a skirt you can wear with your fav winter boots like this image.

That’s autumn winter 2021 sorted too!

Tiered Dresses Are A Bit Of A ‘Thing’ Too

Whether you like your dresses strapy, crew neck or sleeved, the high street has you covered so there’s a version for everyone!

STYLE TIPS: The wider the hem circumference, the more ‘fashun’ it looks!

FLATTERS THESE FEMALE BODY TYPES:

• , although this style will ‘cover and conceal’ rather than ‘flatter’ but you do want a variety of shapes in your wardrobes because we don’t always feel like showing our bodies off

• Particularly awesome for pregnant women or rounder apples

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Fashion Trend 2/. TANK TOPS

This essential little tank has had a 2020 makeover!

Close body fit with high neck and cut-away shoulder, this is also the ultimate layering piece for when it gets cold, just throw over a leather biker!

Hot and particularly popular in neutrals & the on-trend macaroon shades, it outfits with pretty much any fashion style! Amazing paired with voluminous bottoms like baggy pants or the above tiered skirts as a neat, fitted outfit solution!

FLATTERS THESE FEMALE BODY TYPES:

• Particularly good on ATHLETIC body shapes

• Ribbed stretch jersey can be worn tight for anyone feeling confident – don’t buy too big as this thicker rib won’t flatter if it’s not taught

• Wear looser in drapy lighter-weight fabrics for those feeling less body confident, see my linen examples below

• Avoid this style if you feel ‘bulky’ up top, stick to a scoop or V neck

MY PERSONAL SHOPPER PICKS:

Most brands offer 1 style in different colours so pick the shape you like and then pick your shade!

If You’re Petite or Lean

If you’re PETITE, slim, or both then this Chosen style is more delicate to echo your natural frame but still gives the sporty, cut away look

The fabric is less bulky and also comes in different colours

UNSURE WHAT BODY TYPE YOU ARE? CONTACT ME FOR HELP!

Easier Wear: drapy linen blends that sit away from the body for less body-con look

SUSTAINABLE FASHION TIPS: Rather than buying a new bra, buy the plastic adjuster to convert your standard style to a racer style bra.

As it’s reusable, you can transform several of your bra’s time and time again

Check out my Pinterest TANK TOP board for loads of style inspiration

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Fashion Trend 3/. BERMUDA SHORTS

Longer length tailored shorts – what’s NOT to love!

So many clients don’t love their legs but want to wear a conventional ‘short short’ so here’s the perfect fashion trend – a PRACTICAL one that offers more coverage! YAY!!

Newer than the ‘city short’ that my clients say can make them feel a little ‘frumpy’, these are edgier, more feminine and cling less to the leg

FLATTERS THESE FEMALE BODY TYPES:

• Every!!! The more triangular in shape – the more flattering they are!!

• 1 or 2 subtle pleats work and can even help to cover a small tummy

FASHION TIPS: remember that linen and cotton fabrics will crush and crease when you sit down

MY PERSONAL SHOPPER PICKS:

Get Twice The Amount Of Wear

SUSTAINABLE FASHION TIPS: buy the matching jacket to give these shorts more outing options…

This new suit can take you to wedding, the races, work or a dinner date!

Check out my Pinterest BERMUDA SHORT board for loads of style inspiration

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Fashion Trend 4/. SQUARE NECK TOPS & DRESSES

How nice is it to have a different neckline in your wardrobe?

A square neck is open and therefore flattering. These new fashion styles often come with a handy little sleeve which gives you perfect coverage for spring.

Impactful in pop colours and patterns, these really add some energy to makeover your spring summer wardrobe

FLATTERS THESE FEMALE BODY TYPES:

• Pretty much all body shapes, just take care with really full busts as the straight neckline can be unflattering depending on the cut & cloth
• Really flattering for smaller busts
• Perfect for clients who don’t love the top of their arms, you can show off your décolletage, but not the top of your arms!

MY PERSONAL SHOPPER PICKS:

Curve sizing:

‘Standard’ Sizing:

A Try-Before-You-Buy-Style

This Witchery style is stunning and also comes in oatmeal, but clients have felt that the generous waistband gathers had them feeling a bit ‘little bo peep’ so make sure you try it before you buy it.

Remember, styling for a photo on a website is different to real life style!

Trust me, I used to work as a fashion stylist for a magazine and there’s many tricks we use during photo shoots!

How To Wear Square Necks For Summer

If you love this square neck style but want a high summer version, just go for a sleeveless style!

Consider the layer you’ll pop over the top to give you more wear during spring & autumn. I’d suggest a lightweight snug fit jacket!

Love that City Chic offers the trend in a pant suit!

How To Wear Square Necks For Winter

Choose a pattern with black in if you have a black winter boot (or brown + brown) so you can pair together easily – and this sleeve coverage means you won’t be shivering your way through cocktails!

Pull up the sleeve and swap to a sandal for spring. Easy!

Check out my Pinterest SQUARE NECK TOPS & DRESSES board for loads of style inspiration

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Fashion Trend 5/. PADDED SHOULDER TANKS

It’s the new muscle tee updated with shoulder pads ’cause if you hadn’t noticed, padding is EVERYWHERE….

Available in a plethora of shades so my personal stylist advice is to go for one in a neutral and one in a solid pop colour as it’s inexpensive and soooo versatile. Choose subtle padding, rather than bulky and watch my video for reasons why

FLATTERS THESE FEMALE BODY TYPES:

• Most body types

• Take care if your an INVERTED TRIANGLE or particularly busty

• The strong, sharp shoulder makes your waist look smaller!

MY PERSONAL SHOPPER PICKS:

What If My Body Type Has It’s Own Padded Shoulders?

Ok, so what if we LOVE the ‘look’ but don’t love the padded shoulder? Well I’ve got you covered, here’s a few examples:

Non Padded Versions:

2-For-1 Fashion Style

Ohhh, you could always tick 2-trends-with-1-style and opt for this square neck tank WITH shoulder pads!

This is ideal for those clients with sloping shoulders or a longer neck who would benefit from strengthening their shoulder

Also great to layer cardigans over because the padding will create a smarter look!

Check out my Pinterest PADDED SHOULDER TANK board for loads of style inspiration

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So I hope you’ve found this a useful spring shopping guide to inspire you to make stylish, yet value-based purchases that evolve your capsule wardrobe.

You know where I am if you need help!

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