Metallic for Months

The Style File by Leah Wong

Metallic never really goes out of style. In the Resort, Spring and even Fall 2010 fashion shows, designers incorporated metallic into their collections. An easy trend to incorporate into your everyday looks, metallic adds a touch of glamour to any outfit. Metallic pieces can be bought to wear now, as well as used in upcoming seasons, as it appears to be withstanding the test of time.

Style File: Overseas Inspiration – Africa

The Style File by Leah Wong

Africa was another countries designers drew inspiration from for Resort 2010 collections. Safari-chic khaki pieces, as well as flashy animal prints work well for women navigating the urban jungle, while printed head-scarves and gladiator sandals are perfect for the modern warrior goddess. While runway looks are meant for warmer months, fashion bloggers are incorporating African inspired trends into their winter looks.

Style File: Overseas Inspiration – Asia

The Style File by Leah Wong

Designers drew inspiration from around the world for their Resort 2010 collections. The first stop on our fashion map of the world is Asia, with obi-style belts and kimono sleeves featured on the runway. With Chinese New Years starting this Sunday, it is the perfect time to wear your Asian-inspired pieces. Though the fabrics used in these collections were made for spring, the concept of waist-emphasis is in season all year long.

Style File: Completely Cobalt

The Style File by Leah Wong

As retailers release their pre-spring collections, cobalt blue has emerged as a popular colour this season. Being a shade appropriate for both spring and winter, this beautiful blue can be bought now to wear immediately and in the warmer months to come. Cobalt is flattering with most skin tones and hair colours making it an easy colour to wear. The perfect pop of colour when contrasted with black now, or white in the summer.

Style File: Pop of Print

The Style File by Leah Wong

Though winter is still in the air, retailers are beginning to pull out their pre-spring transition collections, which are commonly referred to as Resort wear on the runway. Bold prints were prominent in the Resort 2010 collections, becoming the perfect addition to spice up your wardrobe and fight the winter boredom. Bold prints stand out against neutral layers, a fun way to inject new life into your everyday outfits.

Sky-High Over the Knee Boots

The Style File by Leah Wong

One of the biggest trends to emerge this season was the over-the-knee boot. The over the top versions seen on the runway may have leave some women hesitant about this trend. Our favourite fashion bloggers are the perfect inspiration as they demonstrate how to wear over-the-knee boots without looking like you've stepped off the set of Pretty Women. Taking the time to find the perfect pair of boots is the key to pulling off this popular accessory.

Soft Elegance

The Style File by Leah Wong

This season, designers favoured the use of textured fabrics in their collections. Velvet, a rich, soft fabric is one way to add texture to your wardrobe. This luxurious fabric adds instant elegance for any occasion; a velvet blazer is both a chic cover-up or provides presence in the office, while wearing a simple velvet dress is both a warm and glamorous way to attend a Christmas party.