The ONE Hundred items 19 - 22 !!!

Hey there to you all fabulous ladies!!!

I bring to you another installment of Miss Nina Garcia's fabulous book, THE ONE HUNDRED. And in case you are not a regular her, this book lists the Top 100 items every stylish woman MUST own. Today I give you items 19 - 22...


#19 Charm Bracelet


I am no fan of bangles or bracelets, charmed or not. But I do remember my mom having a really nice gold charm bracelet that she loved. Many designers & jewellers offer ready-made versions of the charm bracelet, but I totally agree with Nina when she says that the best version is one that is all you. Your charms can be symbolic of people, places, and milestones; anything that is special to you.

Nina suggests having several charm bracelets, & having a theme for each one. Like perhaps one themed with places you�ve travelled. Or even one with just milestones in your life. Anyways, it could turn out to be really fun.

Juicy Couture!

#20 Clutch

I love the clutches. They are the perfect accessories for a night out on the town. I have many clutches. Different colours, materials etc. They�re great. I like ones that are small, but still big enough to fit money, my cellphone, and lipstick/lip-gloss in.

Nina suggests trying something you would otherwise not try. Like a jewelled, or metallic, or even a wooden version. Sounds fun right?! She also suggests that if you travel anywhere; look out for these, as they are not only souvenirs, but also a great addition to your accessory collection. And the bonus is that it will be unique.

Gotta love this Vivienne Westwood clutch!

#21 Cocktail Ring


This may sound funny to you, but I kind of have a finger complex. Seriously. My fingers are really spastic looking. They�re long & really thin. The only rind I ever wore, was my matric ring on my pinky finger (until I lost it); and just the other day, I purchased a few new rings because I thought I would try something new & different. Anyway, after wearing this cute little �peace-sign� ring all day, I looked down to find my fingers bare.

Anyway, back to number 21 on the list. Nina says that in this case, bigger is better. So don�t be shy! Also, it�s okay to be dramatic with this item of jewellery, as it is meant to represent you, and your personality; to be a conversation starter.

I die for this Alexander McQueen cocktail ring. I love SKULLS!!!

#22 Converse


This is yet another item you will not find me dead in. Hhmmm no thanks! I just dont wear any type of takkie, ever! It just is not me. Perhaps if I start gyming I will have to be more open to these, but for now. I'll pass!

A classic pair of Converse takkies/sneakers.

Be sure to keep checking the blog to see what's next on the list.

Kisses*

Brett

The ONE Hundred... items 10 - 13

So I'm back on track with Nina Garcias "The ONE Hundred". It's about time - right!? Today I will be taking you through items 10 - 13, which alphabetically brings B to a close.

So here goes..Every STYLISH woman MUST own...

#10 Black Opaque Tights


Yes yes yes. I absolutely believe that every woman (whether she considers herself stylish or not) should own black opaque tights. These can simply complete a look. Nina suggests wearing black tights with black suede boots or a black heel so �the eye sees one long, sleek line�. Also, make sure to buy black opaque tights that you cant see through. If it starts to look blotchy- throw them out. Another thing, they aren�t pants!!!

One more item I can tick off my list!!! Yay I'm getting there, are you?

 
#11 Blazer


I can tell you already that I do not own a tailored blazer. But I�ll tell you this, I will soon!

Nina says the key to the blazer is to make sure each element is tailored for you! And here�s how:

Buttons: Real button-holes people, no fakes! It�s a sign of quality.
Sleeves: Sleeves should fall at the heel of your hand. It�s timeless & classic.
Shoulders: Straight & crisp ladies! Also, the seam where the arm & body meet should be at the edge ofyour shoulder.
The Front: The front of your blazer should lie smooth when buttoned - no bumps or bulges please.
Length: It�s all up to you, but the classic length falls at the hip.

Sounds good right!

#12 Boyfriend Cardigan

I love the idea of a woman slipping into her man�s clothes. Tres sexy! So you can imagine that this is right up my alley! I don�t have anyone to steal it from, but I will definitely be finding myself one in the men's department.

According to Nina, the best version of the Boyfriend Cardigan has 4 buttons, & 2 pockets on the front. Nina suggests wearing it with a tank top & belting it. Chic, yes!!

Love this Isabella Oliver cardigan!!!

#13  Brooch

Whenever I think of brooches, I see an older, sophisticated woman, so I'm honestly not all that keen on this item. Am I the only one???

Anyway, Nina too acknowledges the stereotypical association of brooches with grandmothers & aunts. However, she reckons a brooch can be used to add some spunk to the simplest of looks. And I'm sure they can. Wearing brooches in your hair, on a hat, and especially on your clothing could just take you from drab to fab! I like the idea of wearing brooch on a simple white T. Now that's fab!!!

Keep coming back to Fashion by Brett Robson to see the rest of Nina's list of chic must-haves!!

Kisses*

The ONE Hundred...items 3 - 4

Ladies, if you haven't been taking notes, I suggest you start. This list is going to change the way you think about style, and more importantly, it will change how you shop. Today, I will be finishing off A on our list, with items 3-4. Here goes!!!

Every stylish woman MUST own the following items...

#3 Ankle Bootie

A bit of history dear friends: the bootie was first worn with skirts & dresses when designers paraded them down the runways in the 80's. Interesting fact. Yes. Especially if you are like me, who thought that's they way it's always been done. lol. Well, according to Nina, if you decide to pair your bootie with pants, be sure to keep the colour of your pants & bootie the same. However, if you decide to opt for a miniskirt-bootie combo, your best bet is to wear opaque tights. Couldn't agree more.

I don't own a bootie, yet. I've always opted for pumps, but I see now that this could be a great alternative. Also, as Nina says, it's a good way to mix masculine & feminine elements; which is something I never do. So this should really be interesting to try.

This YSL lambskin bootie is very sexy!!

#4 Aviators

Couldn't agree more with Nina on this one. I think aviators are hottt!!! And more importantly, they look good on most people. I too think of Kate Hudson in the movie Almost Famous when I see a great pair of aviator sunglasses. Or better yet, yummy Leonardo Di Caprio in The Aviator. As Nina says, these sunglasses really do bring out the cool factor in everyone. I think that no matter what you're wearing, if you put on a pair of aviators you just look so effortlessly cool. I have a super cute silver pair, but I think I should invest in a gold/brown pair too. It just seems that much more classic.


Nina's tips for buying a pair of aviator sunglasses:
-Try a vintage version, the more history the better.
-Go for a pair with rims that are a matte tone of gold or silver.

Love this classic Ray Ban aviator. Fab!!!

Hope you have enjoyed this installment of my countdown of Nina Garcia's The ONE Hundred.

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