Make your Children feel comfortable with summer shoes

We’re enjoying warm weather at the moment and with the school holidays around the corner the sun looks set to continue.  Something really important to think about is what your children wear on their feet.  The main consideration for children’s footwear are of course comfort; kids love to run around and they’re not going to enjoy themselves if their shoes are restrictive or uncomfortable.  Style is another important factor, and for older children it could even be the most important due to peer pressure, fitting in with what they perceive as fashionable, etc.  Other considerations include value and of course durability (even though children’s feet are still growing you need a pair that will last at least through the summer).  Finding the right balance is key but what’s the best way to go about it?

Firstly remember some of the above factors can be sacrificed, for example if the shoes are not durable but they are so cheap you can replace them for next to nothing, durability doesn’t really matter.  For this reason jelly shoes continue to be popular.  They are great for kids to wear paddling as it stops them stepping on sharp stones in the sea.  If the shoes are only to be worn for a short amount of time, ie plastic flip flops which are taken and only worn pool, or beach, side, it doesn’t matter if they are not that durable or fashionable as they are only worn briefly. Great summer shoes brands for children are Crocs or Start-rite .

When looking for a day to day pair of summer shoes for your child,  boys sandals are great and you can buy a comfortable and good quality pair easily enough in the high street. It’s definitely best to take the child with you and have them walk around the shop in the shoes. They can then help choose a pair they consider trendy enough and you know they fit properly so should be comfortable.

Must have summer accessories: straw beach bag , hats and espadrilles

The summer is here and although you are not in holidays, there are some small details that can make you look fresh and trendy. Straw bags, hats and espadrilles will make you feel the good sensations of summer.

The straw has managed to become a trendy material for summer. It came into vogue towards the end of the 1800s, with a new social informality and a less rigid class structure.  Now raffia hats are worn by men and women and represent comfort, and good weather… so don’t hesitate on go shopping one of this must of the season! You have the classic straw one with a black strip but you can find these hats in many colours and sizes, there is no excuse for not having one.

A straw Weave Beach Bag is also the perfect summer accessory, it works well with casual wear, and it’s neutral so goes with absolutely everything.  Buy one and start feeling on holidays.

Moreover espadrilles are the hot trend of the summer. Of Spanish and South French origin, they are a classic warm weather shoe. They are sleek, comfortable and stylish and normally have an affordable price. You can find them either flat or wedge sandal and both are perfect to combine on a casual day.

Shapewear as a Solution for a Big Event

Every woman wants to look great for a big event. This could be a party, a date, a job interview or even an important meeting. No matter how nice your outfit is, if you’re not comfortable with the way your figure looks you won’t be able to relax and enjoy yourself. The solution is shapewear: underwear that helps create the perfect figure and help you feel confident.

Many companies now make shapewear, including Spanx and M&S among others. Shapewear can include anything from control pants to bodysuits which take care of your bottom, thighs, hips, stomach and waist, providing all over support. The body areas you are most conscious of will help you decide which kind of shapewear to buy. In addition, the type of outfit you are wearing will dictate the best kind of shapewear. If you’re going on a date and want to wear your little black dress, consider a pair of high waisted control pants which will hold your bottom and stomach in. If you have a job interview or want to look great in a trouser suit or pencil skirt at work, consider mid-thigh length shapewear; it helps you look more toned without anybody being able to tell you’re wearing it but the confidence boost can make a real difference.

Once you try shapewear for the first time you’ll probably want to wear it every time you have a big event to attend, and many women say the confidence boost it provides is priceless.

Mark Fast Strikes Again!

London Fashion Week is always an eventful occasion and the latest London fashion event was certainly no different.  Some may have branded it as controversial whilst others may have said it was simply a breath of fresh of air.  However, whichever way you look at it London Fashion Week has certainly left a lasting impression.

Last week saw Mark Fast and his knitwear range come under scrutiny again as a direct result of his choice to use plus size models for the second consecutive time at London Fashion Week.  Back in September 2009 Mark Fast caused a huge stir by including three plus size models within the show case of his Spring Summer 2010 range.  This was seen as an extremely controversial move by some and sparked a nationwide debate.  Whilst some supported the move by Mark Fast others were absolutely appalled by this decision, in fact this feeling of distain was felt widely amongst those within Mark Fast’s team as 2 members, including the creative director, quit just days before the Spring/Summer show.  Furthermore, there was much speculation at the time as to whether Mark Fast had simply egotistical motives when he made the decision to include plus size models within his show as it resulted in the brand receiving a great deal of publicity.

Despite his motives Mark Fast has remained defiant as for his show last week at London Fashion Week he again used plus size models.  The Canadian designer used size 14 or 16 models last week and all plus size models looked healthy rather than the gaunt look we are all so used to at such shows.  Mark Fat said that the reason he decided to use more curvaceous models is that he thinks it is important that women of all shapes and sizes can wear his designs and they are not in fact exclusive to extremely slight women.

However, it is important to point out that the average British woman is in fact a size 14-16 so the use of models of this size should not be considered as something unusual.  These fashion models represent the average women and show that plus size fashion does not have to be different, that in fact the same fashion designs can be worn by all women.

Update your Look with Accessories!

Everyone reaches a stage when they tire of their wardrobe and look to update and renew their look.  However, all too often it seems that this is a difficult thing to do as it requires a lot of financial resources.  Although I think it is possible to freshen and update your look without having to invest a great deal through the use of accessories.

By accessorising an outfit you can add a new dimension to it and totally transform it from what it is.  What is more accessories allow you to experiment and mix and match to find a look that suits you.  Furthermore it allows you to create several different looks using only one outfit.

Given the winter chill that we are all experiencing in the UK at the minute perhaps the ideal accessories to experiment with are hats, scarves and tights.  No matter what anyone says I am a firm believer that you can not only be practical but fashionable all at the same.  Furthermore if the range of tights on offer at MyTights is anything to go combining the two elements has never been easier.  To be honest I don’t think I knew it was possible to have so many styles of tights or stockings but the selection on offer there is great and means that no matter what your hosiery requirements are you are sure to find what you are looking for.

So to add a splash of colour to your life this winter why not opt for a pair of purple or blue tights?  Or if you are feeling slightly more adventurous why not try a pair of funky, patterned tights?  Either way I think you will be surprised how much an outfit can be transformed just through the use of hosiery.  It can lift an outfit from dull and mundane to something fresh and exciting.