Fashion Fever - Summer Lovin'

Get the look with the latest fashion reports from our resident fashion guru - Belinda Tartaglia.

Hello Fashion Minx!

Fashion Gets Sporty
It's SPORT, SPORT, SPORT on the fashion scene at the moment! From designer track gear to more retro appeal, terry towelling jumpsuits and canvas tennis shoes are making a statement on the tennis courts.

SPORTY LOOKS FOR 2003
Baseball caps, anoraks (with a millennium twist), hooded tops, jumpsuits, bomber jackets, visors with sport label logos and tennis dresses.

Sheer Sexiness
The screen sirens of the 1950's have inspired designers to bring romance back into the fashion world. Boudoir glamour as coined by those in the know, is lingerie that is good enough to be worn as a garment! Lace trims; ribbons, camisoles, petti-coats and satin slip dresses make a return. Think of Bridgett Bardot and Sofia Loren!

TRENDS FOR 2003
Fashion for 2003 will be a mixture of sexiness, elegance, attitude and glamour…. Here are some fave looks of mine:

Miniskirts - micro minis and anything short are to return.
Metallic Luxury - gold lame, gold leather, silver and bronze beaded and bauble dresses, pants and t-shirts.
Satin - dresses and pants return in satin, teamed with kitten heels and oversized bows.
Military Chic - cargo pants in khaki, green, olive, beige and brown. Look out for combat belts and team with stiletto heels.
Citrus Colours - lime, lemon and orange make a big come back!
Pretty in Pink - musk pink, baby pink and dusty pinks will be the New Black!
Skinny Pants - the slim cigarette pant returns. More high waisted, the emphasis will be on the waist and hips.
Asian Flair - Asian prints and Chinese inspired prints in silk kimonos.

Star Style

Ever wanted to have the same fashion sense and style as your favourite Hollywood stars and divas but can't afford a stylist? Well read on for some hot tips and fashion pointers without the big budget…

This month we take a closer look at the star style of Hollywood movie star and face of Revlon - HALLE BERRY!

CLICK HERE to read more…


FASHION DISASTERS OF THE MONTH!

Got a fashion dilemma? Can't decide which outfit to wear with those trendy shoes you bought? Well never fear because I am here to attend to all your fashion blues!

Dear Belinda,

OK I guess I should just come straight out with it. I have NO SENSE of fashion at all! I am really skinny and I wear plain jeans, t-shirts and tennis shoes every day. My friends tell me I would look good in "preppy" style clothes, but I want my own individual style. Please help me.

Thanks,
Fashion-less

Dear Fashion-less,

I think you should be exactly who you are inside. It's fun experimenting with different looks but the way we dress, should be a reflection of our personalities.

Don't feel like you need to conform to fashion or a particular style, because it may not be suited to you and the individual that you are! Don't let other peoples opinions of you dictate the way you should or should not dress! You are unique so dress accordingly to how you feel.

Try using accessories in your favourite colour to dress up an outfit. If you like the jeans and tee look, add some sporty accessories. A baseball cap, with a denim jacket and a sporty bag like an Adidas or Nike bag would look great. Your local sports store should stock these accessories.

You could try the bohemian look and add a paisley printed shirt with some beaded earrings and a leather belt with your denim jeans.

If you are worried about your figure looking too thin, keep away from "block" colours like black and grey. These will make you appear to look thinner. Patterns and horizontal stripes give the illusion of width, so try and look for these styles when shopping.

Good luck! Remember, it's important to feel comfortable with your outfits, but don't be afraid to experiment.

Well now it's Ciao from me, stay tuned next month for more fashion tips and hot looks and of course YOUR fashion disasters!


- Belinda Tartaglia