It’s one of the hardest occasions to dress for as it combines two of the trickiest criteria imaginable… Smart-casual and workmate-friendly. It’s not often you get the chance to impress your colleagues with your own style when you’re restricted to a uniform or dress code year-through. Nor is it an opportunity to rock the most plunging neckline you own, as you WILL have to face these people again in the New Year!
If your staff Christmas party is an evening function, play it safe and stick with a LBD – a failsafe option which will still make jaws drop. Go for a breezy floral sundress for a daytime session to keep it casual, but still feminine. For a festive touch (without overdoing it!) think of accessories like illuminating Christmas earrings/brooches or even wearing holly in your hair!

Sophie Taylor (Australia)December 16, 2010Floral, LBD, Lauren Conrad, Olivia Wilde, Staff Christmas Party Comments

FROM THE SAND TO THE STREET – BEACH COVER-UPS

It’s just about Summer for those of us in the Southern Hemisphere and if we’re lucky enough this means long days at the beach for the next few months. It’s always tricky to find the perfect balance in an outfit that you can wear both on the sand, as well as walking around the street without feeling over-exposed, but INSPIRER has some basic beach looks that anyone can put together with ease to keep you cool (but covered)!

A floral print bustier and skirted bikini is a super feminine option for swimwear which can be teamed with a plain kaftan and thongs for a relaxed, beach chic outfit. A kaftan is a staple beach cover-up (especially in whites or neutrals) because it’s simple, stylish and 100% comfortable!

Sophie Taylor (Australia)November 25, 2010Beach, Summer, Summer Cover-Up, SwimwearComment

LIVE MUSIC - WHAT TO WEAR

Dressing for a music concert or festival can take a bit more consideration than your average day wear. While you still want to put together a stylish outfit, it really pays to plan your look around the type of gig you're attending. From festivals and packed out arenas to underground gigs, comfort is your key to enjoying the experience of live music. You don't want to be caught out with an annoying oversized bag, accessories which won't make it out of a moshpit or having to constantly re-arrange your strapless dress.
The Music Festival:

IVORY - FOR ALL OCCASIONS.

For a different take on the delicacy of plain white, ivory is an option which offers class and elegance, without the hassle of finding pieces to compliment it. It's feminine and romantic, but best of all can be easily paired with black, gold and tan. It becomes our go-to color for any occasion. It can be dressed up for evening wear but can still manage to pull off casual daytime attire. Makes you wonder why this shade hasn't made it into your wardrobe sooner!

Sophie Taylor (Australia)October 19, 2010Daytime, Diane Kruger., Evening Wear, Ivory, Megan Fox Comment

CHIC + CHEAP, THE ULTIMATE COMBINATION.

When an entire outfit is centered around one bold, luxe, statement piece the perfect balance is ensued when the remainder of the look is more basic. Use your imagination to choose your 'statement piece'! Whether it be a handbag that requires months of saving (Fendi, pictured below) or a timeless LBD (that will no doubt be your go-to dress for any polished special occasions).

Sophie Taylor (Australia)October 3, 2010Cheap, Chic, Fashion Blog., Statement pieces Comments

TRANS-SEASONSAL, NOT JUST AN IN-BETWEEN.

Whether you've seen the start of Fall, or are on the other side of the world settling into Spring, it's that time of year where we are in-between our extreme seasons and need to put more thought into our ensembles, just for practicality. Will I be too hot in a jacket? Should I throw in a scarf, just incase?

Sophie Taylor (Australia)September 29, 2010Fashion Blog., Trans-seasonal Comments