Time Out From Summer in Style: Summer Short Dresses....

The curtains are gradually coming down on the Great British summer. We are still buzzing from the excitement of the Olympics. My highlight must have been Daniel Craig appearing as Bond! Then the gorgeous Jennifer Ennis triumph in Heptathlon. We now have new trademark poses the  'Mobot',  the 'lightning Bolt' and 'the beast'; giving us Lessons on Image and  personal branding!

"It's really important for me to look good before a race" - Jennifer Ennis 

Who ever said looks don't matter should ask Gabby Douglas, the 16 year old American gymnast who won 2 golds medals in three days. "I'm like, 'I just made history and people are focused on my hair?"  Well, ask Jennifer Ennis, she understands the importance of looking good regardless of the occasion. Image is everything, even talent needs a nice packaging. I bet her publicist and management will take care of that. 

To read more on Jennifer Ennis take on looking good, visit www.dailymail.co.uk

Before the curtains come down on summer - have you laid hands on one of summers biggest trends - 'the short dresses'? Just like Jennifer Ennis, now's the time to do so! I've hand picked 2 dresses each out of the sale from 15 UK retailers...rock the short dress look before summer times out.

We're loving animal prints, polka dots, stripes, colour block and bold colours.

1. Dorothy Perkins Spot Peter Pan Dress was £39.50 now £22 2. Dorothy Perkins Cream Shirt Dress was £35 now £17

1. Coast Julianna Dress was £180 now £89 2. Coast Aylenna Dress was  £125 now  £35

1.  FCUK Nix Nights Dress was £130 now £49 2.  FCUK Summer Meadow Dress was £67 now £33.50

1.  HM Pink Jersey Dress was £14.99 now £7.49 2. HM Chiffon Crepe Dress was £29.99 now £19.99

1. Jaeger Pleated Dress was £160 now £99 2. Jaeger Contrast Trim Dress was £360 now £175 

1. Karen Millen Modern Tribal Dress was £295 now £200 2. Karen Millen Pale Tencel Denim Dress was £140 now £80  

1. Mango Contrast Dress was £22.99 now £9.99 2. Mango Polka Dot Dress was £34.99 now £16.99

1. MandS Colour Block Dress was £39.50 now £24 2. MandS Portfolio Ponte Jersey Dress was £39.50 now £19.50

1. Next  Stripe Ruched Waist Linen Blend Dress £16 2. Next Animal Print  Jersey Dress £16

1. Oasis Foulard Shirt Dress was £48 now £28 2. Oasis Bird Dip Hem Dress was £50 now £20

1. Reiss Lorna Wrap Front Trim Dress was £189 now £75 2. Reiss Maggie Fit and Pleat Dress was £225 now £113

1. Warehouse Mini Animal Print SunDress was £40 now £17 2. Warehouse Colour Block Wrap Dress was £60 now £25

1. Whistles Dylan Scallop Dress £95 2. Whistles Louise Block Stripe Dress was £80 now £75 

1. Wallis Black and Ivory Panel Dress was £40 now £25 2. Wallis Spot Print  Keyhole  Dress was £45 now £25

1. TFCN Cross Over Sequin Dress was £65 now £52 2. TFCN Cross Over Sequin Dress was $65 now £52  

Dorothy Perkins currently running up to 15% off for the next 2 days in store and online.What ever you choose, choose fab! xx

Autumn Sale featuring :- House of Fraser, Debenhams, M&S and H&M...Save ££££'s

"Dressing is a way of Life" - Yves Saint Laurent

Autumn sale is here, with our favourite high street shops leading the pack : House of Fraser, Debenhams, Marks and Spencer and H&M among others. With an amazing half price sale off many Items.

If like me you couldn't resist being the first in, in spite of the horrible weather at this end of the world, there were amazing deals and life changing pieces stocked on the shelves. Grab the best before it's all gone, that's what FAB shoppers do...

For these and much more, visit

www.houseoffraser.co.uk

www.debenhams.com

www.marksandspencer.com

www.hm.com

and save £££££'s

1. Linea Jersey dress with embellished neck was £180 now £90 2. Linea stretch melano stretch satin with beaded neckline dress was £185 now £92 3. Oasis one shoulder pleat dress was £55 now £15

1. Oasis star Paris drape dress was £60 now £25 2. Phase Eight scallop hem dress was £99 now £68.30 3. Motel Alexis lace contrast dress was £52 now £26

1. Label Lab sheared waist Pierrot print dress was £70 now £50 2. Biba printed animalesque playsuit was £85 now £42 3. Karen Millen lace with Jacquard binding dress was £210 now £60

1. Warehouse cherry blossom off shoulder top was £38 now £20 2. Almost Famous embellished top was £78 now £31.20 3. Minuet Petite lace yoke top was £40 now £30

1. Warehouse colour block crepe dress was £60 now £35 2. Oasis multi tie 2in1 dress was £60 now £30 3. Phase Eight charcoal and white stripe maxi dress was £85 now £63.75

1. Ben De Lisi black houndstooth clutch bag was £25 now £12.50 2. Coast red Lauren bag was £55 now £19 3. Ben De Lisi Cornelli clutch bag was £40 now £28 4. Debut white stripe clutch bag was £25 now £17.50

1. Red Herring tanned tasselled wedge heel loafers was £40 now £32 2. Black Blink loafer style slingback court shoe was £40 now £36 3. Miss KG polka dot high heel shoe was £75 now £50 4. Nine West blue Koble high heel was £105 now £65

M&S Petite Dog Tooth front frill dress was £45 now £25

1. Per Una black double handle patent shopper bag £25 2. M&S Double handle red patent medium tote bag £35 3. M&S Leather zebra print tote bag £69

1. H&M flared chiffon tunic pink was £19.99 now £9.99 2. H&M tanned leather clogs was £29.99 now £14.99 3. H&M 28 pack bracelet was £3.99 now £1.99 4. H&M roomy imitation leather bag was £29.99 now £19.99

Where's the sale @ ?????

The most common question I get all time is 'where are the sales at???' Thought to share info on the current promotions you can't afford to miss...when stock runs out..they run out!

If you're looking for office, casual or evening dresses -considering Easter bank holiday is just around the corner- then stop by at the Oasis spring sale with up to 50% off at www.oasis-stores.com








If you're thinking 'Parisian chic', I'm thinking Kookai - Go for unique and classic styling with Kookai pieces at www.kookai.co.uk














Thinking effortless style ? Visit the River Island sale on www.riverisland.com















For your classic work wardrobe - save ££££'s at the Hawes & Curtis spring promotion at www.hawesandcurtis.com




















The H & M sale just kicked off with up to 70% on selected Items - for party and casual pieces better options in -store, or shop on-line at www.hm.com


















One of the best deals in town across different brands at Debenhams. A massive - up to 70% off -get all your wardrobe essentials for less at www.debenhams.com













The Barratts sale must end Sunday 10Th of April. Looking for your dressy and casual shoes at affordable prices - then visit their sale @ www.barratts.co.uk















Finally if you are a Fred Perry fan - they are running up to 70% on stock available at outlets listed - find one closest to you and grab yourself a bargain. Remember to shop fab only xx

Get the look - plus more casual, work, party pairings

A glum faced Victoria Beckham - on missing an opportunity to see her husband David, on a different connecting flight at Heathrow; still managed to look absolutely fab in her masculine- tailored- military trend inspired outfit. If you fancy the look like I do, here are picks to give Mrs Beckham a run for her money with a considerably lower price tag.



1. Joy the store- Grey lace back vest £18 2. Vera Wang - Olive green cotton cuffed trousers £29 3. Warehouse @ Asos longline tailored blazer £30 4. Office Rickshaw court shoes £40


Spring trend: shorts and blazer combo with a floral twist..


1. Oasis -Printed cotton sateen Jacket £70 2. Oasis printed sateen shorts £38 3. Oasis pleated blue leather bag £50 4. Kurt Geiger black bonnie court shoes £49 5. Marks and Spencer beaded necklace set £15


To work or corporate events..Create ambience with white top to bottom ..


1. Marks and Spencer Ivory jacket and trousers £88 2. Micheal Kors walnut ruched tote £360 3. Rampage @ House of Fraser croc skin bag £99 5. Office Black patent court sling back £40 6. Warehouse diamond dreamer earrings £8


This seasons blue.. mixed with soft pink ..stay sweet and stylish...

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1. Next blue seam jersey dress £40 2. Mango clutch £ 22.90 3. River Island pink shoes £49.99


Spring hottest trends : Stripes !!!


1. Precis @ Debenhams block stripe belted tunic £29 2. John Rocha @ Debenhams black leggings £12 3. Marks and Spencer Autograph woven bag £149 4. Aldo brown leather peeptoes £70 5. New Look ornate bangle £8 6. New Look stripe disc earrings £5 7. New Look strip disc necklace £10 8. Dorothy Perkins red bow ring £4


Casual chic : fringes, stripes and military influence ..stay bang on trend !!



1. H & M stripe vest £9.99 2. Very.co.uk Love label military crop jacket £45 3. Love label ripped jeans £29 4. Farfetch - Antonio Peto black felt hat £89 5. Oasis fringe cross body bag £50 6. Warehouse fringe jersey scarf £28 7. Warehouse diamond stretch bracelet £12 8. Aldo blue court shoes £40


Never have a place to go with nothing to wear ..... Wondering how to mix and match this seasons trends or what styles and colour suit you the most??? Email fabstarimage@googlemail.com let's solve your style puzzle.

Stay fab!!