July 2007 Newsletter

What's Hot in Summer 2007

We recently had our Image Insights Evening where we covered the trends for the new season.  Here are the top ten looks for this season for those of you who missed it:

1. Dresses

Every style imaginable from ultra short, mini, knee and maxi dresses.  Hemlines can either be ultra short or long, and the dress shapes that are in style are smocked, trapeze, empire, shift, drop waisted and the wrap dress. The most universally flattering dress is the wrap dress and there is one out there that suits you.

2. Futurist

The Futurist trend means space odyssey 60's retro, storm trooper, or patent plastic and leather.  The most realistic way of wearing this look is by wearing it in an accessory or on a trim on clothing.

3. Metallics

Think gold, silver, shimmer, shine and sparkle for Metallics.  Remember your colourings - if you are cool, stick with silver and if you are warm, stick with gold.  Satin and shine tends to add bulk so be careful where you place it.

4. Romantic Looks

The Romantic look means soft layers, florals, soft colours, bows and laces.  Fabrics such as jersey, chiffon and other drapeable fabrics tends to make this a practical style for most people to wear.

5. Folkloric

Folkloric styling is traditional with paisley border prints and peasant necklines.  This can be a tricky style to wear so make sure that the size of the pattern suits your body scale.  Also, this style usually comes in a one-size-fits-all, so it can make you look bigger if it's in a crisper fabric.

6. Slouch Looks

The Slouch Look is easy jersey dressing and soft casual oversizing styles.  This is a great look on tall people with long bodies.

7. Luxury Sport

This is a sophisticated sport look in luxury glamorous fabrics.  It is a great alternative to dresses and this look uses satins and metallic futuristic fabrics, as well as neon brights.

8. Bold Prints

Bold Prints are patterns in oversized abstract and organic imagery.  Remember that high contrast patterns are best on Winter & Spring colourings.  Autumn & Summer's should go for low contrast patterns.

9. Neon Brights

Think dazzling colour and clashing colour mixes.  This style looks great with black for a bold retro look, and is best accessorized using a neon bangle, belt or bag.

10. 80's Body Conscious

Not for the faint hearted or less than perfect body!  This style is all about cling, fit and glamour!

What's out for Summer 2007

*Romper Suit Style Outfits (While these are fashionable, I have yet to see any adult look good in a romper suit!)

*Animal Prints

*Croc shoes

*Turbans

*Orange fake-tans

*Lots of Cleavage

*Bare Midriffs

Introducing Simone Rostron- our newest team member

We're pleased to introduce Simone Rostron as our new Business Development Manager/ Consultant for Nutri-Style.  Many of you may know Simone already as we have worked on several events together in the past. Simone brings lots of experience to Nutri-Style having worked in the retail industry for many years. Simone worked with Gucci in Australia for many years before coming to Singapore and working with Jool Lingerie. I am very excited about this new addition to my team and you will be seeing lots more of Simone around from July onwards.

New Control Wear

We've finally tracked down the perfect Control Wear that works!  At only $35 a piece, this Control Wear keeps your tummy flat, has no leg band but most importantly, is soft and comfortable to wear (Even here in the tropics of Singapore!).  It's available here at Nutri-Style so come and have a look!

Look Amazing this Summer

Living in Singapore can make you totally unaware of what's happening worldwide in terms of seasons, so here are a few tips on how to look up to date and glowing.

A Flawless Face

Warm up your foundation by applying a light sweep of bronzer instead of pressed powder

Refresh your complexion and get rid of excess shine during the day by using blotting sheets which are readily available at Watsons and Guardians. 

Nails

Keep them nude - sheer, shimmery beige colours disguises chips so you can spend more time next to the pool than in the nail salons!

Hair

If you  regularly pull your hair up during the day, try putting a leave-in conditioner in.  It will condition and nourish your hair leaving it soft and silky.

Get a hair cut that's easy to maintain.  Keep short hair off the neck to keep you cool and add layers if your hair is long to free up weight.

Lighten and lift your hair with colour.  Colour will give a shiny healthy boost to your hair and will also smooth out the hair and remove frizz.

Body

Exfoliate for silky soft skin- a wet flannel with moisturising body wash will cleanse, exfoliate and hydrate your skin all at once.

Great Finds in Singapore

This month's great find is The Marmalade Pantry in the basement of The Palais Renaissance Building on Orchard Road.  Great for catching up with girlfriends over lunch, The Marmalade Pantry has healthy delicious meals - we can personally recommend the falafel wrap with tahini dressing! 

Marmalade Pantry can get quite busy at lunchtimes so put their telephone number in your handphone and give them a call to make a booking on 6734 2700.  For extra information you can visit http://www.themarmaladepantry.com. 

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