Long and lean boyfriend cardigans, another revived ‘80’s trend, are a key look for the season. They are fab layered over button-downs, camisoles, blousy tops and sleek sweet pea tops, either buttoned-up, or buttoned and belted at the waist. They also look quite nice belted over frocks. Look at how effortlessly Dani, Tanya and Debbie sport their boyfriend cardi looks.

Although the longer length cardigan is an easy and comfortable item to add to one’s wardrobe and a nice alternative to the more traditional cropped cardigan, I’m battling to get clients into the style. Eyes are not adapting to the tunic-y boyfriend as quickly as I had hoped. For some it’s a bad ‘80’s flashback, and others see it as a dumpy, hippy and unflattering look.

I like the look of these tunic-length cardigans, especially on taller gals. I think it’s a refreshing change and adds variety in stores. I do caution petites to keep their cardi a little shorter to balance out proportions.

Are you going to sport a boyfriend cardi this season? Has your eye adapted to the look? If not, why not?

An assortment of boyfriend cardigans (also referred to a “grandpa” cardigans). They can be worn open or closed, and belted or unbelted. They’re also available in the petites if you’re after a shorter tunic length.

I am impressed with the new Citizens of Humanity high rise amber cut jeans. I’ve had these on a whole slew of body types from slim-limbed inverted triangles, to adorable apples, boyish rectangles and curvy hourglasses. The results have been stellar (pretty pears also look fairly good in the amber cut, but they look better in Joe’s, David Kahn and Paige Premium).

The amber cut has a bootcut hem and is available in a range of washes. It’s higher rise is comfy, flattering and acts like a girdle at 8.5 inches in front and 14 inches at the back. The denim is very soft and does not grow.

Unfortunately you pay premium price for premium denim, so the cost is steep. But I highly encourage the purchase if the fit is fab and you can afford the dent in your budget. At the very least, try them on and compare them to your current jeans. That won’t cost a cent.

These are two of the COH amber cut washes available online. There are more washes available in stores. I much preferred the feel of the lighter denim wash against my skin in this cut because it was soft. You also might like to read this forum thread if you still doubt whether premium jeans are worth their price.

This might be a personal question, but I’m happy sharing the contents of my handbag. I don’t carry very much because I  change out my handbags often. Sometimes twice a day if I need a clutch at night. This strategy allows me to have many handbags, which is my consolation for being unable to have loads of shoes (fussy feet have small footwear wardrobes). Having an assortment of handbags also allows me to have fun with different looks, and sport a healthy posture.

This is it:

• Wallet
• Keys
• Cell phone
• Tissues
• Lipstick
• Small notebook and pen
• Business cards
• Travel-size tin of Nivea hand cream

I don’t need to carry books, gum, snacks, make-up case, sunglasses, medication, a camera, kids toys or a bottle of water. Greg’s wallet often ends up in my handbag when we go out, but nothing else. How is the contents of your handbag different to mine? Let us know in the comments if you are comfortable sharing this info.

It makes a big difference to the overall look of an outfit when you wear a white camisole under a white or cream button down, blouse, knitted top or piece of knitwear. It makes your white top look richer, crisper and whiter. The result is a more polished appearance.

I see many women wearing nude or white bras under their white tops and nothing else. Although the color of the bra works, it doesn’t look so fab. White tops are usually more transparent than other colours and the addition of a white cami gives the top the appropriate coverage and extra visual interest.

I’m all for creating contrast, but I don’t fancy the look of other colours under white. It never looks quite as magical as the crisp, clean impact of white on white.