The young Elizabeth Taylor will always be remembered as the epitome of glamour, perhaps not entirely for her wardrobe the way Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly are, but for her poised sex appeal, which made her a style icon in her own right. These days however, when it comes to the art of sexy dressing, […]

For now, fashion isn’t about trends, per se. Words such as minimalism, pared-back and subtle (meaning simple and classic, in non-fashion speak) have dominated the last few seasons, with designers giving women the kind of clothes that feed our pent-up desire for grown-up, flattering, and simple but sexy dressing. Thankfully, it seems fashion has become […]

Just days after designer John Galliano’s anti-Semitic comments, the fashion industry has again prompted outrage, this time by featuring cigarette smoking on the catwalk. British supermodel Kate Moss defied anti-smoking laws in France and smoked on the runway during a Louis Vuitton show at Paris Fashion Week. In pictures: Million dollar bodies The incident coincided […]

Somewhere in between a midi and a maxi, a new length of skirt arrived during the spring-summer shows and looks set to stay for autumn. The hem hovers a few centimetres above the ankle, and looks beautifully chic on the genetically blessed blondes wafting down the runway, but can it work for the rest of […]

Anne Hathaway’s hosting of the 2011 Oscars might have been panned by critics, but her fashion choices were perfect. The 28-year-old actress donned eight stunning outfits throughout the ceremony, from her princess-style red carpet Valentino, to her figure-hugging crystal-studded Tom Ford finale gown. She even wore a custom-made Lanvin tuxedo while her co-host James Franco […]

Take a trip to Italy with Sussan’s gorgeous Winter 2011 collection. For your chance to win your own Italian getaway for two people, visit the Sussan website. Disclaimer: Catalogue WINTER 2011. Items in this catalogue may not be available in every store. Shoes are models own. Prices are correct at time of printing and are […]

A sparkling diamond knuckle-duster or a pair of pretty gold earrings says a lot about your style and taste. But, when it comes to human rights and the environment, there is another side to jewellery — and it’s not pretty. For decades, precious metals and stones have been mined in some of the world’s poorest […]

Question: What can I wear to work when it’s boiling hot outside without exposing too much skin? Answer: Dressing for the summer season is not as breezy as one might hope. While spaghetti straps, short skirts, shorts and flip-flops are not appropriate office attire, there are a few easy ways to keep cool while still […]

Wearing the perfect colours can revitalise your look and take years off your appearance, so define and refine your style with the knowledge of which colours suit you best. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the vast choices of clothes available in the shops or by your own mishmash of a wardrobe then this is […]

High heels and the summer party season do not need to go hand in hand. If you find you’re unable to wear heels of any height due to foot problems, this dilemma can be easily solved with a pair of jewelled summer sandals or ballet flats. A pair of dressy sandals in metallic leather embellished […]