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How to wear bracelets? This question asked by many woman. Photos of fashion bloggers and tips in glossy magazines sometimes cause contradictory impressions: on the one hand, this can inspire creative experiments, on the other hand, too avant-garde options are sometimes difficult to imagine in everyday images. Therefore, women…
Sustainable fashion By Claire Hastings Photo by Jedd on Unsplash The decision-making process behind buying a garment previously didn’t go much further than looking at the price tag. However, as we become more aware of the state of our environment and strive towards a greener world, we gradually discover the…
Looking for a special Christmas gift? Or something for yourself… you are allowed to treat yourself now and again. Well we have a treat for you; Artithings bags. We at Those London Chicks are always so pleased when we find a brand offering up unusual things. Artisan Jo Hurford makes…
Photo by Raluca Georgescu on Unsplash Fashion – at the very mention of the word, you see rows of women with their heads held high strutting the latest world-renowned designer collections yet to be glorified all over the World Wide Web magazines. And yet, fashion is so much more than…
By Claire Hastings Photo by Arnel Hasanovic on Unsplash If we take a look at female fashion through history, we see that practicality and comfort were very rarely anyone’s primary concern. Simply letting women wear pants involved decades of social struggle and protests before it finally became allowed, and it…
Rebecca Violette is a brand created by Rebecca, a doctor and fashion designer. Rebecca’s vision is to create wearable art that challenges societies perceptions of visual difference, storytelling through fabric and fashion. The launch of ‘Rebecca Violette’ is the culmination of over a decade of works re- garding anatomy, skin, and…
By Claire Hastings Photo by Joshua Rawson-Harris on Unsplash As much as we would like to believe that times have tremendously changed for women in the workplace, we still have a long way to go. According to an amazing piece of research conducted by professors from two Norwegian universities, ‘the…
There was a time when the job market was almost exclusively a man’s world, but today, women are the one who are dominating the job landscape, especially the ones born between the early 1980s and mid-1990s. These millennial women are strong, capable and self-confident. They are used to multi-tasking, and…
By Claire Hastings Photo by Jorigė Kuzmaitė on Unsplash Have you made your New Year’s fashion resolutions that will transform you into the goddess you always wanted to be? No? Don’t worry, there’s still some time for you to set a plan in place. Fashion resolutions aren’t just great for…
Photo by Matheus Ferrero on Unsplash While first impressions can rarely serve as bulletproof character references, they sure can make or break your professional growth, especially in these incredibly competitive times. And while we as ladies need no additional reasons to groom and do our best to look our best,…
By Claire Hastings Photo by Bekir Dönmez on Unsplash It is said that you can never be overdressed or overeducated, but keeping it up can be a bit demanding. Getting up every morning and leaving your home looking your absolute best time after time – it’s exhausting. This is one…
Accessorising Tricks Accessorising is something that can make or break your outfit. As if choosing your garments for the day wasn’t tricky enough, you also need to pay attention to the complementing details, such as the right jewellery, handbags, and shoes. Apart from this, you also need to take into…
How to Choose Glasses that Perfectly Fit You Finding the right glasses can be a real nightmare. Trying on every last pair of glasses in the store will surely help you find your perfect pair, but who has the time and patience for that? With this guide, you will know…
Let your style represent your personality When we’re teenagers and young adults, we want to be noticed and appreciated because of our uniqueness and style. Still, as years go by, people spend less time on planning their clothing combinations and shopping for something that they like. The whole process almost…
Winter walking Top Chicks Picks for Winter Boots Days are getting shorter, nights longer and weather wetter and colder…Its time to re-address the footwear! The over-the-knee boot is THE boot this season. Whether you prefer a heel, flat or anything in-between there are countless styles to tick your box. It’s…
Pedi Ready… Summer Footwear…. Fashion for your feet! Pedicures are definitely a prerequisite for summer feet. It doesn’t have to be anything fancy. Sometimes a fresh natural nail looks perfect on a tanned foot paired with leather sandals. Or you can go for it with glitter toes and jazz up a simple flip flop. I…
Better step your best legging forward then! Leggings, leggings, leggings. I used to be of the ilk that they should always be black. Also I was also envious of the girls who would have bought the crazy pair that looked great in store but that I would never contemplate in…
I’m in the mood for Shorts. That is usually not the case. I tend not to want to force the sight of my veins, bites and usually patches of poor shaving on unsuspecting passersby. This year however I am throwing away my cares and rocking the shorts in any which…
Shalke Jewellery Summer Love Giveaway “Made with love for you” That is the ethos of Shalke Jewellery….. And made with love they clearly are! We at Those London Chicks are lovers of fine Jewellery, especially unusual pieces that are not only beautifully designed and timeless, but have significant sometimes spiritual…
Struggling to motivate yourself for the gym? Every now and then I find I need a good kick up the bottom to get me back into the gym swing. If my other half (an ex-personal trainer) isn’t around to do the kicking then I find good old shopping trip guilts…
Office wear…. With my job I don’t often have the reason to wear a suit or more formal work attire but on occasions I might put together a more structured look if I’m meeting new clients etc. As with everything in life you want what you can’t have, so I…
It’s everywhere and there’s no escaping! I’m talking Denim. Denim is diverse and with so many options this season there will be something for everyone. Whether you embrace the look head to toe or just go for accent pieces. The jean shape of the moment is the flare. I’ve pulled…
Uniforme Francais! For me a timeless piece that every girl (and boy) should have in her wardrobe is the Breton stripe top. A favourite that remains strong year after year. This piece can work to suit many any occasion. Don’t be put off by this stripe. If you’re an apple…
As snug as a bug… As the dark nights have slowly crept in, or should I say arrived far too quickly! The romantic in me pictures a roaring open fire and a (large) cup of hot chocolate (with marshmallows!) all snuggled up wrapped in my layers and cosy socks….
All That Glitters… I personally don’t need an excuse to add some sparkle into my wardrobe but this time of year it seems mandatory! Getting dressed up in a bit of sparkle is sure to add that festive touch to any outfit, whether it’s for a Christmas party, a catch…
It’s certainly that time of year, there’s definitely a chill in the air. We will all, no doubt have got our old coats down from the loft, deciding whether we can wear it for another year…. If you were looking at last years sad offerings thinking, “I deserve a brand…
Walk this Way…. Comfort is my best friend. There I said it! I love the idea of a heel but the reality is that comfort always wins. Maybe I can use the excuse of being a mum and all the practicalities that come with it. But with so many styles…
With the current weather throwing curve balls left, right and centre it can play havoc with a girl’s wardrobe!! I plan my outfit the night before as it saves me time in the morning so flexible items are a must. My current transitional favourites to help combat this are skirts…
Jumpsuits….. The Jumpsuit …….. a firm fashion favourite last S/S and this trend is not budging, it’s continuing through into A/W. The versatility and variety of the Jumpsuit makes those “I don’t have anything to wear” moments, disappear…..(promise) with so many ways to wear them, and so many styles out…