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year in colour. But before you reach for that dress take a look in the mirror. At the
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recent LBD event at the Glades in Bromley the stylist pointed out the value of having really good, well-fitting underwear if you want to have a smooth silhouette and make your dress shape fit perfectly without unsightly bulges. You may think you know the size of your bust, but you may be
surprised to know that about 85 per cent of women are wearing the wrong bra size.
Despite bra specialists wielding tape measures from most changing rooms on the high street, a survey of 1,000 women found the biggest reason for not getting professionally measured was embarrassment.
‘I get people who are so off the mark it’s unbelievable,’ says
Debenhams bra-fitter Amie. ‘I’ve had someone come in wearing a 36A when they were actually a 32 E.’ so why do we get it so wrong? Once you have the correct bra size you may consider other foundation garments such as La Senza range of ‘Shapewear’ that will hold your shape and give you the perfect body for your party dress.
The colour-blocking trend has made a big impact on the fashion world with the likes of DKNY and Richard Nicoll showcasing interesting colour combinations for winter11. The trend has been prominent since earlier this year, however this season brought new colour palettes into the spotlight. Sequins add glamour, opt for this amazing M&S Autograph sequin
dress just £99, with your hair up you just need to find your own James Bond to complete the look. The asymmetric dress has become a red carpet staple for Hollywood’s most stylish fashionistas, and it’s easy to see why. Get the look at House of Fraser, where this Untold one-shoulder wonder oozes sophistication. Combining two of winter’s hottest trends - sumptuous velvet
and bold shoulder style - consider Dorothy Perkins’ black power dress your perfect introduction to new season style. Its statement silhouette takes its cue from the likes of Balmain, Balenciaga and Stella McCartney, providing you with an instant wardrobe update. As for the velvet, forget those Eighties associations, and think Christopher Kane’s elegant shifts and Burberry’s luxurious day dresses.
If scene stealing tops your list of style aims for your next Christmas
soiree, then snap up Monsoon’s Venus dress, don’t be scared off by the bodycon cut. A fashion illusion, the design’s all-over ruching will hide a multitude of sins but still one for the more daring though perhaps.
Laura Ashley has struck style gold with a beautifully cut belted
prom dress. A style classic, the rich blackberry hue, nipped-in waist and tulip skirt will take you from Christmas’s smartest parties, to elegant winter weddings or chic festive dinners.
Mia Bra £28 & Shorts, £14 LA SENZA Sequin dress M&S Autograph, £99
hile the little black dress is always there to fall back on for the party season at Christmas why not stand out this year, be bold and have some flirtatious fun this
Here’s looking at YOU
Want to get noticed at the Christmas party? by Valerie Breese
All available from The Glades in Bromley
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Baltimore feathered Collared dress, £60. RIVER ISLAND
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