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This winter women's fashion will see a continuation of the ladylike styling that were so prominent throughout autumn.
The inspiration of vintage styling from the 1940s/50s and 60s has seen the catwalks and high street shop windows full of pretty floral blouses and demure fuller and longer length skirts, designers have bought this trend into 2010 by mixing in some more textural pieces such as leather.
Winter would seem to be the perfect season for this trend; the luxurious fabrics that are synonymous with the seasons evening and party wear lend themselves perfectly to ultra feminine dressing.
The glamour stakes are high as women's fashion is taken to the next level this winter. Be on trend with bejewelled eveningwear, embellished accessories and lace detailing, and wrap the whole look up with a statement winter coat again in a luxury, feminine fabric like sheepskin, leather or glamorously printed wool.
Casual daywear has had an overhaul, try layering printed or detailed shirts with pure cashmere jumpers and cardigans. Say goodbye to the plain old jumper and embrace colour blocked, oversized or patterned knits. Replace tired jeans by investing in a figure flattering tailored pair.
Always remember whatever the occasion the key to ladylike dressing is that complete top to toe groomed look so don't forget your accessories!
This season's fashion return to classic styling has seen the resurgence of quality fabrics from craftsmen all over the world, especially the artisans of Italy traditionally the home of butter soft leather, sumptuous silks and lace along with other fine fabrics.
The fashion advantage the Italians have this season is that they have a fine heritage of producing such fabrics along with an inherent sense of style that is integral to autumn and winters key catwalk trends.
Whatever your age think along the lines of the fashion greats and adopt a look of grown up sophisticated chic and you will be on the right tracks, the trend itself is ageless.
Pay homage to these great craftsmen and fashion designers by fusing quality fabrics with a few must have pieces to build your capsule collection of autumn / winter elegance.
For example the classic pencil skirt or shift dress is instantly updated when in leather, worn below the knee. Just remember to style the tougher textiles of a leather skirt with a pretty floral silk blouse, and you can use the same principle with scarves on a leather dress.
Not only do these quality fabrics offer superb value for money, the classic styles will give the pieces a certain longevity that is worth every penny and this trend is extremely versatile. Many of the looks are equally suited to a dinner date as they are a day in the office.
As we enter Spring wear the pieces with a few of the new trends or simply put them in your wardrobe and wait for the next classic clothing revolution!
