Does Size Matter?
Thursday, October 29, 2009
I know I did a blog about ‘Fashion for Everyone’ a couple of weeks ago, but the issue about fashion and size is just so hot right now that I can’t really ignore it.
This week on A Current Affair, you might have seen the segment on large people unable to find boutique/designer labels in their size. I found it contradictory that on one hand here are people saying how happy they were being larger and the size they are, yet complaining that there are no designer labels in their size??? That just doesn’t quite sit with me, how can you be happy about your size yet frustrated that because of your size certain labels you like don’t fit??? I think these people need to understand that fashion caters for the average size body, which these days is a size 10-12 women and a size 34 for men. To blame designers for not catering for them and attacking the fashion industry for being discriminatory is a little far fetched. Perhaps these guys just need to do their research and go visit the stores that are doing plus sizes labels well ie: Autograph, City Chic or consult people who may be able to assist them and point them in the right direction rather than running straight to ACA. Read the rest of this entry
Trinny and Susannah : the verdict
Monday, October 19, 2009
Well the verdict is in; it’s time to go… Trinny & Susannah! …Literally, it was!
I made the trek up to Chermside yesterday afternoon (a good hour and a ¼) with a friend to give these ladies the opportunity to razzle dazzle me. As much as I hate to say it, I left disillusioned and a quite disappointed.
The MC of the afternoon was Jane from MMM in Brisbane (I think?). Jane kept the crowds entertained whilst we waited for the glamour queens to arrive; yes they were fashionably late (it was about the only fashionable aspect of the afternoon).
Jane promoted the girls latest books encouraging the crowd to pop down to Boarders to grab the latest copies whilst we were waiting. We were told because it was their last show, they were not in a hurry to leave, and would be happy to wait around and sign autographs and have photo’s… which was the case for about 4 minutes - until their posse rustled the ladies together and said “Come on, we have to get to the airport for our flight back to London” With that, they signed a couple more autographs on their way out and ‘POOF!’ they were whisked away, leaving many disappointed fans that had gone to buy their new book lost for words. I was tempted to sign on their behalf and introduce myself and offer my services, but having just come from the Coolangatta Gold, thought I better not!
The Countdown to the Race that stops the Nation
Friday, October 16, 2009
The Countdown is on to Melb Cup …the Race That Stops the Nation!!!!
For those that are lucky enough to have a function at work or have a client taking you out – I hope you have your outfits just about ready, because let me tell you – fascinators are a rarity at least 2 weeks out to the race!!! My golden rule – Be prepared!!!! A few tips…
1. Keep your assets away. Whilst it may be appropriate to flaunt your stuff at the beach, the races are definitely not the place. The races are your chance however to flaunt that style goddess sitting within. Conservative and Classic are always the best way to go and don’t forget a touch of femininity, seriously no matter what they say, the guys love it when we look like women.
Trinny and Susannah hit Qld
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Ok so it’s not exactly GC News, but the two crazy English women Trinny and Susannah have hit Australia and are in Brissy Westfield Shopping Centres this Sunday. They are at Clarindale at 11am Chermside at 3pm. I’m heading up to see what the fuss is all about, but don’t have my hopes up after seeing the outfits they put together on the Today show yesterday morning. I love the way they inspire women to be more confident – don’t get me wrong, but seriously, they do bring an alternate meaning to the word style…
More on the T & S experience Monday!!!
Fashion for everyone!
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Last week when I was at Robina, I decided to check out a few stores that I don’t normally visit – Autograph and City Chic. I had an inkling that these stores were for women with fuller figures, but really had no idea. When I walked in, I was pleasantly surprised that they had some really good pieces, not to mention their new swimwear range for women. So woman with fuller figures, the excuses of not being able to find anything stylish and funky are gone. If you are a woman who is usually a size 14 – 30, go check them out. Autograph is usually a more casual attire and City Chic, 2 doors up, has more night-time attire for the ladies (s 14 – 28). I’m talking strapless dresses, sequin tops, even a couple of jumpsuits, jeans – and yes nice normal jeans, not all of had bling on them.