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HOW TO
DRESS FOR AN OCCASION
Getting dressed for a special occasion can be difficult. What colour, length and style should one choose and what are the faux-pas you need to avoid…
Our founder Kim Winser, who attends numerous events, shares her top tips to help you tackle any sort of occasion dressing.
Top Left: Lauren Oversized Jacket & Lauren Pleated Trousers in Pearl.' Top Right: Maxi Silk Shirt Dress in Soft Blue,' Bottom Middle: Lauren Waistcoat & Lauren Pleated Trousers in Black'
BE YOURSELF
Dress or no dress, think Lauren Bacall or Catherine Deneuve, wear what suits you and your figure. I believe true style comes from an inner feeling as well as an outward image, so think very carefully about the event itself and your personal style over what is fashionable or expected.
Top Left: Lauren Double Breasted Blazer & Lauren Wide Leg Trousers in Pearl' & Tilda Silk Shirt in Ivory.' Top right: Grace Miracle Dress in Black.' Bottom Center:' Simple Shift Dress in Rhubarb Pink
COLOUR RULES
The fact is, there is no rule. Figure out what you like and suit you best. Black is a strong go-to for some events, but then something in fun bright colours will stand out – personally I love bright colour combos, I wear a strong pink with red and love it, and all neutrals is always super chic.
Right: Winser Cashmere Wrap in Rhubarb Pink
CONSIDER TEMPERATURE CHANGES
I’m never without one of my cashmere wraps, the jewel colours just add relaxed, luxurious style. It feels special and soft, and does a job in air conditioning or the chilly night air.
Top Left: Maxi Silk Shirt Dress in Soft Pink.' Top Right: Silk Shirt Dress in Soft Blue & Cotton Shorts in White'. Bottom Center: Silk Shirt Dress in Soft Pink.'
BUY FOR AN OCCASION, BUT WEAR IT DAILY
I love multi-tasking designs, probably my only exception is an evening dress but even my Maxi Silk Shirt Dress layered and left open for a more informal event.
Top Left: Simple Shift Dress in Emerald Green.' Top Right: Lauren Waistcoat & Lauren Pleated Trouser in Ivory.' Bottom Center: Carin Butterfly Silk Top & Wide Leg Trouser (Coming Soon)
WEDDINGS
There’s something about a wedding that makes me want to feel elegant but also soft and chic. A simple dress works well or one of my favourites is the satin backed crepe suit, smart but super soft and elegant.
Right: Miracle Coat in Rhubarb Pink, Black and Emerald Green.'
SPECIAL ADVICE FOR PUBLIC SPEAKING
Be aware of your back as well as your front as shots are taken at all angles, a great jacket/coat works wonders. Check out our Miracle Coat.
Left: Structured Miracle Top in Navy & Miracle Pencil Skirt in Navy.' Center: Miracle Sleeveless Short Shift Dress in Winser Blue.' Right: Grace Miracle Dress in Burgundy.'
COCKTAIL PARTIES
Short sharp impact is needed so go strong and powerful with your own personality touch.
Bottom Left: Audrey Silk Shirt Blouse in Rich Champagne & Lauren Wide Leg Trousers in Pearl.' Top Center: Miracle Fitted Jacket in Rhubarb Pink' V Neck Silk Top in Rhubarb Pink & Miracle Pencil Skirt in Rhubarb Pink.' Bottom Right: Silk Bow Blouse in Ivory & Miracle Classic Trousers in Black.'
BUSINESS DINNERS
Here, it’s all about the top half, a jacket is good, but a soft luxurious silk shirt underneath is key. Can be any colour depending on the table around you, do you want stand-out in red or a strong blue or be quieter in ivory or black.
Bottom Left: Miracle Classic Jacket in Rhubarb Pink & Miracle Classic Trousers in Rhubarb Pink.' Top Center: Grace Miracle Dress in Winser Blue.' Bottom RIght: Light Cotton Jacket in White' Carine Butterfly Silk Top (Coming Soon) & White Cotton Capri Trousers.'
DRESSING FOR A JOB INTERVIEW
Pre interview please do your research and even more research, illustrate your talent and knowledge in the answers and your questions. For your outfit, do make sure everything is immaculate, no hems down, dirty shoes etc., but clean, sharp lines is perfect as gives off the message ‘I know what I’m doing, I’m smart, and organised’ and consider adding a touch of your own personality - this can be a bag, a note file, or just earrings.
Top left: Rochelle Humes wearing the Winser London silk Bow Blouse in black and a pearl suit at her son's christening. Top right: Dr. Nighat Arif wearing the Maxi Silk Shirt Dress in red. Bottom center: Irene McAulay wearing the Silk Bow Blouse and Lauren Wide Leg Trouser in pearl
DRESSING FOR A RELIGIOUS CEREMONY
I recommend a respectful dress code, as this is not about you.
Bottom Left: Miracle Sleeveless Short Shift Dress in Black,' Top Center: Lauren Double Breasted Blazer in Black' Miracle Structured Top in and Miracle Pencil Skirt in Black .'Bottom right: Grace Miracle dress in Black.'
DRESSING FOR A FUNERAL
If black, think how beautiful the ladies in the Royal family looked at HRH Queen Elizabeth II recent funeral.
DRESSING FOR A DATE
Just be best yourself, as they need to know who you are, not who you’d like to be!
