Monday, May 21, 2012

Vigorella Winter continues... and the new Soy fabric arrives!

Mmmmm I love Winter! It means yummy food, red wine, cuddles and my favourite and the most comfortable way of dressing - layering!

Our most beloved label for layering at Impulse is Vigorella, and last Friday we had our final winter drop, a bittersweet event! It included gorgeous new textures in our favourite winter hues like Jam, Smoke, Oatmeal and classic chic Black in Wool, and an exciting new fabric made from Soybean fibres. I couldn't believe my fingers when I was dressing our faithful mannequin Betty for the webstore photoshoot... the Soy fabric is SO soft and silky, and super light yet drapes beautifully (so... just like all Vigorella but even more amazing!).



The best thing about Vigorella is that all her styles are designed to work together, so getting dressed is a no-brainer! You can put whatever you like together and it will look thought out and chic!
However, I understand that some of us need rules because after all, if there aren't any rules - how can you break them? ;) So I found a little guide (via mamamia.com.au) to layering.....


  • Don’t over think it, it is actually quite simple.
  • Layer up for cool weather and layer down for warm weather.
  • Dressing should be fun not stressful, keep it simple and stylish. If you are new to layering, start by layering tonally. Later on you can introduce mixing and matching colours.
  • Don’t be scared to mix and match patterns, colours and textures together. It can work really well.
  • Always go a little out of your comfort zone, you will be surprised at the compliments you will receive by looking a little bit different to usual. Try something unexpected. Always accentuate your assets.
  • A splash of colour can not only lift your outfit but it can also lift your mood.
  • Express your look and lifestyle through layers, use a tailored jacket over a dress for the office. After work, you can take your jacket off. Even something as simple as ruching up your jackets sleeves can change your entire look from office wear to weekend wear.
  • Start with a fitted slip dress or tank dress, it gives you a nice streamlined foundation for layering. This will work over pants or under dresses.
  • Try loose layers over fitted ones and remember that ruching can distract and hide whatever you want to hide!
Now, go forth and shop the new Vigorella and layer to your heart's content! (And don't forget the food, wine and cuddles...)

Posted by Bec xoxo
www.ImpulseBoutique.com.au

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Street Style at MBFWA 2012

For the past week my online feeds have been clogged with reports, reviews, and breakdowns of all the goings on at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Australia. It is super fun to get a glimpse into the new season shows and trends emerging from some of our hottest designers. But what I love the most are all the street style galleries popping up, featuring show-goers and fashionistas on the streets of Sydney putting their own personal style out there.
Currently fashion seems to be having a 'wear what you like' moment and it rocks. Put this with that, clash that with this, and team it up with some crazy hot accessories. It's inspiring to see how others have interpreted different trends and what they have matched with what. I love seeing pics of a style I may personally never wear, but that I can appreciate their particular outfit is complete and totally works. A few of my favs...


Heidi Middleton at Romance Was Born. 
For starters, frickin love her shoes! As well as her embellished jacket and colourful scarf. 

Sophia Banks Coloma at We Are Handsome.
I am in the throws of embracing print on clashing print and given that this turquoise blue is my all time favourite colour, it's a winner for me.

Pip Edwards (guru) and her gorgeous son Justice Single at Ksubi. Pip Edwards looked amazing on more than one occasion across the week but I couldn't go past this cute family pic. 

Tanya G at Ksubi. I love the rock chic mix of printed pants and a cool graphic tee. And that leather jacket is just ridiculous.

Kate Waterhouse at Ellery in classic black.
My best dressed across the whole Fashion Week would have to be Kate Waterhouse. Always looking perfect without a hair out of place, she had a few looks going on I could only dream of attempting, but she rocks it with composure and style.

At Maticevski. Collegiate Cool.

At We Are Handsome. Love the combination of colours and prints in this bold dress.

So bring on the new season while I take this new found inspiration home and start putting outfits together. 

Posted by Philippa xo

Images via thevine.com.au

P.S My husband just gave me for a belated 30th bday/ anniversary present- The Proenza Schouler PS1 Pouch in Citron. I will be wearing this bag till the day I die.