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          Kirstie Smillie
          Rewind to Winter Warmers
          February 8, 2017
          How to Layer with Lace
          February 26, 2017

          Beware of sleeves in your soup!

          February 16, 2017

          Trends come and go, and some look great but are so damned annoying! Elasticated off shoulder has that element as every time you move your arms forwards or upwards, the neckline springs off! Flared and bell sleeves are also problematic! Washing hands, cooking and eating become messy unless you have the cycling equivalent of ankle clips for your wrists.

          So choose carefully… You have been warned!

          Net-a-Porter’s great styling but tricky eating by designer Rejina Pyo.

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          Rejina Pyo crepe split flared sleeves

          Pretty bell sleeves, can be gorgeous on the slender but watch the width addition to the average hip ratio!

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          Roksanda’s bell sleeves from Matches

          Floaty pure silk dress for holidays (or tunic over cropped jeans when at home!)

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          Anthropology silk kimono dress, £158

          Less flounce but still a crumb collective. (Note styling tip: subtle pinks worn with hint of magenta)

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          Zara’s cotton flared cuff detail, £19.99

          My advice is to choose sleeve details that are higher up at the arm, like this gorgeous pure cotton blouse by Zara, on my Spring wish list.

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          Cotton printed blouse, Zara, £29.99

          Enjoy!

          K x

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          Kirstie
          Moving through my forties I've gained confidence to believe in 'style over trends' - quality wins (most of the time) and not to take it all too seriously. A great jacket is always my motto, and I like to play about with old and new and mix in some craft ideas too. I work with lovely clients who want a concise wardrobe or a unique outfit for a special occasion. I hope to inspire you.

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