Wearing Layers

Layering is wonderful and a continuing trend - plus it's so practical for our changeable climate and current season (or maybe you're having 'mini holidays on a tropical island' ... aka hot flushes!).

Select light-weight pieces eg fine knits (and limit the numbers) or you'll look bulky. Merino, cotton and silk are really versatile (some synthetics are excellent too).

It's really important to get the Proportions right. Beware of visually cutting your body in half (a ratio of 1:2 or 3:5 is more appealing).

Also, avoid layers which reduce your leg length (unless you are 1.7m/5'7" plus) as long legs make you look taller and slimmer.

Here's a helpful guide: measure from your shoulder to the floor (when barefoot). Take note of the half-way point - it's the longest length to wear your tunics and jackets (you can use a ruler to check this out on the photo nb the model is 1.58/5'2" Her multi-coloured print layer is too long for her and she loses leg length, plus 3/4 length leggings further emphasise it)

Opting for mono-chromatic colours will also help you look longer and leaner (please, NOT all black!) Choose one of your most skin-flattering colours to create combinations from lightest at the top to darkest at the bottom. Add an accent colour with your accessories: Fabulous!