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OSCAR Style 2010


An abundance of wow dresses graced the red carpet Sunday night and what impressed me most was the decrease in play it safe gowns. Strapless dresses were a popular choice on the night and there was no shortage of colour; even in the adorned jewels.

MARCH MADNESS AT CHIC UNIQUE


Everyone is a little hesitant to embark on Spring/Summer shopping splurges this season, luckily, here at Chiconomics we know how to rouse a spring in your step.  For the month of March, Chic Unique are offering all Chiconomics Subscribers a 15% discount off their new arrivals!  Simply mention “Chiconomics Madness” in their store and their staff will gladly look after you. 

How to pack light for the holidays


That time of year is almost upon us again as we plan our holidays and this year people are opting for a “stay-cation” . Never the less be it somewhere sunny or snowy, we all are guilty of the yearly dilemma,  Let’s take everything and I’ll let you know what I feel like wearing when I get there” approach to packing.

The Mariniere top and the seaside trend viewed by French born contributing stylist Caroline Hegarty


Chanel made it popular, Jean-Paul Gaultier made it global, and Brigitte Bardot made it an icon, the Breton top - or Marinière in French - never went out of fashion. It has always adapted to our wardrobe.

This is a timeless piece a lot of French girls like me (and boys too) kept in their wardrobe, maybe as a reminder of a long gone childhood: the Breton or Marinière shirt. Against every trend, the navy and white striped top has resisted fashion diktats.


Who wears the Marinière top the best?

LEE ALEXANDER MCQUEEN


Just days before London Fashion Week began, the overwhelming news of British designer Lee Alexander McQueen’s death shocked all.  Although McQueen was not scheduled to show this week, his death will rest heavy in our thoughts as we notably remember his lavish shows of innovation and drama.

Divine Spring Summer 2010 – Spring is in the Air!


Its time to shrug off the sober shades of Winter and get set for a brighter perspective. 

For Spring Summer 2010, Divine wanted a mixture of two things; to give customers beautiful high quality clothes which reflected the catwalks but were affordable; and to offer quirky and eclectic styles like those inspired by their favourite designers. But again all at an affordable price!

How to choose the trousers that will suit your body shape

High waist or low waist? Skinny leg or wide leg? Who hasn’t been there, a shopping afternoon turning to a depressing day after trying on trousers that didn’t fit us?

Of course there are many factors to be considered when looking for the perfect pair of trousers (such as overall proportions and body line, legs length, etc…) but here are a few guidelines to help you choose the right trousers cut for your body shape.

Prioritize luxurious materials

Lara Casey - Katie Price's Exclusive Stylist For 2010


Dublin Boutique owner Lara Casey has dressed many Irish celebrities from Miriam O Callaghan, Rosanna Davison and Michelle Heaton and now she has been chosen as Katie Price’s exclusive stylist for 2010. Lara joined Katie at the legally blonde premier on London recently to celebrate the start of this new relationship. Watch out for Katies head turning outfits in 2010

 
About Lara Boutique

Lara Casey has worked in the fashion industry for 15 years. Her love for fashion goes as far back as she can remember. This inspired and motivated Lara to source an unforgettable collection for her boutique Lara. 

Attention Trend Spotters – Transfer Tattoos the latest beauty must have!


Chanel sent its models down the Spring/Summer 2010 Catwalk covered in transfer tattoos, closely followed by Rodarte and Jean Paul Gaultier confirming that body art is set to become the hottest new beauty craze of the season. Models sported chain and pearl designs around wrists, necklines, thighs often in lieu of jewellery for an effect that was both delicate and whimsical while creating a sophisticated edge.

It is nothing new for a celebrity to be seen with a new tattoo in fact it is almost de rigueur if you want to make the A-List. Rihanna, Victoria Beckham, Angelina Jolie to name just a few are already tattoo enthusiasts but this new, more temporary take on the trend allows us all to join in. Now we can adorn our skin with intricate designs without the pain, and in the knowledge that it can be replaced with an equally attractive piece within a few days.