Looking sweet in a sweater dress

November 12, 2009 by The Editor · Leave a Comment
Filed under: Knitwear

There aren’t many items of clothing that offer warmth as well as style, but the sweater dress delivers on both parts. It’s a fashion must-have this winter, but getting finding the right style isn’t always easy.

A good sweater dress should be cut to fit and flatter your figure, not cling to lumps and bumps. Unless you’re super-skinny, avoid chunky styles and stick to finer knits and wool blends. Luxury fabrics like merino wool and cashmere are heavy enough to keep out the cold, but not so bulky as to add extra pounds. Wear your sweater dress with opaque black tights and heels or long boots for a winning winter look.

One of the best places to look for sweater dresses this season is online clothing retailer Boden. Renowned for their flattering fits and fun, colourful designs, Boden offer a great selection of sweater dresses in their winter collection.

Top picks include a `Marvellous Merino Dress´ priced at £89.95. Made from 100% luxurious merino wool for a soft and cosy feel, this lovely dress will see you through from day to evening with effortless style. Cut to finish on the knee, it’s available in sizes 8 to 20 and a choice of lengths and colours. The `Purple Melange´ option will flatter all skin tones, while abstract prints look great on slimmer figures.

Fans of retro style will love the `Sixties Knitted Dress´. Knitted from a merino wool and nylon mix, its semi-fitted shape, flared sleeves and A-line cut will make you look and feel a million dollars. Available in sizes 8 to 20 and a selection of cool contrast colours, it’s great value for money at £69.00.

For a more sophisticated evening look, don’t miss the `Knitted Black Dress´. Once again made from 100% merino wool, this stylish number comes with a slip to ensure a sleek silhouette. A choice of embellished necklines hit the fashion spot; choose from pretty bows, funky buttons or glamorous black jewels. At £95, this flattering dress is destined to become a wardrobe staple to be worn again and again.

Shopping online at Boden is risk-free thanks to their no-quibble returns policy. If you buy an item online and decide it’s not for you, just return it within three months for a no-questions-asked refund or exchange. As well as sweater dresses, Boden sell a complete range of clothing for men, women and children. Visit the Boden website to check out these styles and more.

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Dressing through the decades with Marks and Spencer

November 6, 2009 by The Editor · Leave a Comment
Filed under: Women's Wear

High street favourite Marks and Spencer is 125 years old this year.

To celebrate, they have put together a collection of womenswear inspired by key looks from different decades of the 20th century. Marks and Spencer have delved into their fashion archives to create the 125 Years collection, reviving classic items by adding a 21st century twist.

The range is packed with stylish pieces which will see you through the party season and beyond. Putting a new spin on the little black dress is a 20s inspired flapper dress with beaded strips. Available in sizes 8 to 22, it’s a great buy at 69.95. Another must-have item is a satin scoop neck dress in a delicious grape shade. Echoing back to 1950s glamour, it’s beautifully tailored to flatter curves and something to be worn wear again and again. It’s available to buy online for just 69, and comes in sizes 10 to 20.

A fabulous 60s inspired faux fur jackets will keep you warm without sacrificing style; available in the Marks and Spencer Per Una range, it costs just 79.50 and comes in sizes S, M, L and XL. To complete the retro look, the 125 Years collection also includes a great selection of jewellery and accessories. Best buys include polka dot scarves and handbags, classic clutch bags and a fantastic peacock feather brooch.

Classic style never goes out of fashion, so these are outfits you´ll be wearing for years to come. The 125 Years collection is available to buy online from www.marksandspencer.com; Marks and Spencer really have come a long way since their humble beginnings as a penny bazaar back in 1884. The recently re-launched Marks and Spencer website is a fashion-lovers dream, and about as close to an in-store experience as you’re ever likely to get online.

Great features on the new website include multiple product images showing different views, fabric swatches that give a close-up of patterns and prints, and even video previews of some outfits. Stock levels are shown for each size, and if something isn’t in stock you can ask Marks and Spencer to email you when it comes back in.

The 125 Years collection won’t be around for much longer, so hurry along and grab one of these must-have items while you still can.

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