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Welcome to our newsletter!

I've had a busy leadup to Christmas with presentations, makeovers, personal shopping while continuing to research new trends in fashion and image.   I've also delighted to have some lovely new clients who've been fun to work with as I help them 'Define their Signature Style'.

I will be closing down on 17 December and I will be back on deck in early January 2011. I wish you all a very Happy and Safe Christmas, and I look forward to helping you look Stylish and Savvy in 2011.

Style Alert - Red Hot Colour

Make a fashion statement over Christmas in bold blocks of colour in lipstick red, fuschia pink, coral, or bold orange. Avoid a head to toe look in one colour, work instead with neutrals to look up to date.

Work with classic separates with streamlined tailoring.

Experiment with colours, mix various hues to revamp your wardrobe.

Add a dash of colour with accessories like red high heels, Dinosaur polished resin necklace, a beautiful leather tote or a snakeskin cuff and don't forget the lipstick!

A block colour dress will ensure you stand out, just add a pair of nude shoes.

You can tell a Man by his watch and many Aussie men are taking this stance. It's not just the impression it makes but the pleasure of ownership that rings true. But which one reflects Your Signature Style?

Classic and timeless - There is a trend toward a more classical watch with a thinner dial and leather band.

Formal

- gold or stainless steel or a mix of both.
Innovator - Show your style with a pink rose gold case with dials for the time, date and phases of the moon.

Sporty - Colour reigns with coloured dials, red numerals and coloured hands with rubber or stainless steel bands.

Marine - Rolex's fresh green hued dial in 'Submariner'.

Are You Worth It - Latest Must Haves

You've worked hard all year and now it's time to spoil yourself! Indulge in some gorgeous gems in eclectic mixes.

Today jewellery isn't kept for special occasions, with many stylish women buying jewellery that can be worn with jeans or a cocktail dress. Its now about mixing gold and silver with leather, precious stones and pearls.

For evening, wear a Tranquility bangle around your upper arm to look modern.

Aquamarine is always stunning, however in summer it looks so cool mixed with gold, silver or diamonds.

Shine all Christmas in stacker rings or bangles in gorgeous stones.

Rose gold is so IN and looks great in simple bangles or a watch.

Pearls are so enduring and mix with any gems or metal.

Young Australian Designers Market - Boutique-style indoor market at Paddington Town Hall twice a month on 2nd and 3rd Saturday. Young designer fashion, accessories and pre-loved vintage garments. Free entry. Sat 18 Dec 2010. 9.30am - 4.30pm. www.youngaustraliandesignersmarket.com.au
Jets - Bikinis, one-pieces, sarongs and outerwear. Thurs 17 to Sat 19 Dec. Alexandria. 9081 0716.
Urban Original - Warehouse sale up to 80% off new season samples. Totes $50, clutches $30. Thurs 17 to Sun 20 Dec. Brookvale www.uo.com.au

Men
Cheap Monday - A great buy for a slim fit chino at $90 www.cheapmonday.com
Big W - Peter Morrissey second release bargain suit of black jacket and trousers ($79.82 and $49.93) 1800 251 311.

Have a wonderful and safe Christmas.
I will return in the New Year to help you look Stylish in 2011.

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Cheers

Robin Powis