2013 : a fashion resolution

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“Fashion fades, only style remains the same”

                                    Coco Chanel

With a new year comes thoughts of getting older (& wiser?), & with age comes an evolution of style. Many resolutions will be made when the clock strikes midnight, & one of those is, simply, to invest in classic & quality fashion pieces going forward. The older I get, the more I am willing to purchase fewer items that will last longer, & translate to many different looks. 

In this age of instant fashion-gratification, at the click of the button, it is so easy to be too influenced by the millions of images floating through the internets, too easy to confuse your taste & style by this abundance of inspiration. . . but finally, I have discovered my personal style -- & this is not to say I will never buy a 'fad' piece again, but it does mean I am a wiser fashionista coming into 2013 & with a few key fashion icons guiding me, I know this is a resolution I will certainly be keeping. . .

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Resolute

res·o·lute

[rez-uh-loot] adjective

1. firmly resolved  or determined; set in purpose or opinion.

2. characterized by firmness and determination, as the temper, spirit, actions, etc.

 

 

After disappearing for seemingly the longest time, am finally back, ready for the new year with many hopes, dreams & resolutions. After ringing in the new year with sparklers & white lanterns, with candle light & much champagne, with wonderful company & a beautiful (albeit unseasonal) night, I feel it was a sign of how the wonderful year ahead will be. . .  

 

The holiday season may be over, but this does not mean you cannot wear sparkles, or dream of chandeliers, or drink a glass of champagne every night or use your beautiful gold cutlery-- admire & use these luxuries as often as you can to make 2012 a truly sparkly year!

 

 * Images from here, here,   here, here, here, here, & here

A hostess guide. . .

When one is hosting a simply amazing New Year's soiree, it is imperative, above all else, that they have the perfect dress. . .  There are so many things to consider & plan when organising a party-- but the most important of all is 'What to wear?'

This year will be hosting my very own New Year party. . .  Have already found a simply beautiful dress, but with so many other wonderful options, am beginning to think I may need a plan B & C & D at least (just in case!). . .

* ASOS

* Katie Ermilio

* ASOS (again)

J.Crew

* BHLDN