Beauty isn't a Size

Our stylist Amy can not resist an Urban Outfitters sale and after trying on a multitude of items she came away with three lovely pieces. As she left the changing rooms she noticed that each garment was a different size. A floral dress in a size small, her cropped blouse read a medium and her jumper came in at a large????? Crazy we know!!!

The truth is retailers have various boundaries and guidelines when making a garment so a small and medium can be very close in size. What the designers fail to realise is that women care a great deal about the size of their clothing. Here at The image Consulting Company we are ordering you to stop looking (or caring) for your own happiness. The importance in clothing is how the item fits and enhances your body shape with an importance on how it makes you feel. 

Amy feels fantastic in all her purchases and does not care if the each size is different. She admits that she may have gone for a bigger size due the look she is creating yet our point remains the same - the significance is the fit rather than the size. 

Would you mind buying three items of differing sizes? Please discuss. 

How To Wear Ankle Boots

It's confirmed!!! Ankle boots are my favourite kind of footwear - black ones in particular. I believe that they are the most versatile piece of footwear I own and since buying my Chelsea Boots I have worn them most days.

Ankle boots can be teamed with cute dresses and skirts, leggings and various jean silhouettes alike. The classic shape can be worn for a variety of occasions during the day and evening. Living in a city, the footwear style is a great way of combating style and comfort as I walk to most places. The boot adds an edgier touch whilst meeting friends, going to gigs or simply walking to work. After choosing my outfit I simply select either my flat boots (on most occasions) or my boots with a small platform heel, which dress up the outfit slightly and still create a stylish look.

So.........to conclude, in my opinion, ankle boots are the most versatile piece of footwear on the high street. Take a look at the range I have selected that are available at the moment. There are so many different styles to choose from you will be guaranteed to find a pair that suits your style. Do you have a favourite piece of footwear that you cannot resist??

1. Ark Double Zip Ankle Boots from Topshop: £78

2. Metal Trim Strap Block Heel Boots from New Look: £27.99

3. Double Buckle Ankle Boots from New Look: £27.99

4. Schuh Taboo Boots: £80

5. MONTH Chelsea Boots from Topshop: £45

6. Deena & Ozzy Parker Buckle Chelsea Boots from Urban Outfitters: £75

How to Accessorise: Part Two

As discussed in last weeks instalment of How To Accessorise, I have invested in three different accessories that have enhanced my wardrobe.

This weeks accessory discovery is socks!!!

I found that various ankle socks are very practical for the Winter season and also stylish. I have invested in various colours and styles to add an extra touch to my look. Socks are versatile as they can be worn in the day through to the evening. I also team the accessory with skirts, trousers, jeans, shorts and dresses (over tights) and with boots, shoes and trainers. I wear them so much I have asked for a range of styles for Christmas - with glitter ones at the top of my list.

Top Tip: My advice would be to make sure that the ankle sock is long enough to fit over the top of the boot. Ideally, you should be able to have enough length to create a worn look by scrunching the sock. I have made the mistake of choosing a style that wasn't the right length leaving me irritated and uncomfortable all day. Remember the whole purpose of the sock is to be visible to create a stylish look.

Stores: Topshop, Urban Outfitters and H&M are a great location for socks; to name a few. Remember, that socks are ageless and can be found in most stores.

What colour socks do you love to show?? I dare you to wear a pair os socks this festive season - there are so many styles available, you will be spoilt for choice!!

Summer Sale Top Picks

So it is that time of year again that we all love...... Summer sale!!

Here are my top picks from the high street.

Cute floral cut out boots: £50 reduced from £75

Zara Suede Combination Shopper: £39.99 from £59.99

Urban Outfitters BDG Blue Poplin Collar Shirt: £20 from £38

Why not brave the sales with one of our stylists to find the best bargain suited to your you?!

Urban Outfitters 15% off new season

And they keep coming...High Street retailers want to see sales increase this season and to entice you in plenty of stores will be offering a discount early in the season. 

Since the beginning of September we've given you discounts from Gap, Dorothy Perkins, Moda in Pelle, Oasis, Phase Eight, Wallis and Debenhams. Now Urban Outfitters are jumping on board with their fantastic eclectic collections which inspires many who love fashion. We certainly are.

15% off new season collection at Urban Outfitters until the end of September

Urban Oufitters Summer Sale

Checking my email account on Saturday morning I was delighted to discover that Urban Outfitters had launched their Summer sale a couple of days earlier. I quickly scanned their website but decided to pop into Cabot Circus, Bristol to see what bargains I could find.

Urban Outfitters is one of a few stores that displays their sale in an organised and sophisticated way. The reduced garments are pulled into one sale area but are cleverly matched together in purchasing suggestions identical to the way that their full price is presented. I enjoy shopping from their sale department as I always get a pleasant surprise  when I think an item I love is full price but is actually half the price. I love their subtle way of presenting sale as many other stores use sale rails, which can become messy and difficult to shop from. Urban Outfitters offers an inspiring and creative solution to a sale department that can be overbearing.

Of course I immediately spotted that the some of the vintage Levi shorts were reduced to £15. I am a huge fan of Levi shorts, so I excitedly started to rummage through. I have been after a pair of shorts in a darker shade for a while. I found a pair that fit perfectly! It was definitely meant to be! They have already become my go to item after only owning them for two days. Maybe you could find a pair too. Here are a few other items I loved from the sale (I might go back and get them soon).

I have a pair of high-waisted jeans I could team this red crop top with : )

This floral dress will look so cute for a Summer picnic.

Make sure you take a trip to your nearest Urban Outfitters or shop the sale online Here. Trust me you won't be disappointed!!

Bye for now,

Vintage Amy x