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Tracey de Kock of SA Image Consultants KZN explores the difference between “fast” and “slow” fashion. In my business, this is the type of styling we do on a daily basis as well as when shopping for clients, I try and mix it up where I can , whilst still aiming for that look of ‘glamourosity’.

 


 

Fast vs Slow Fashion 

Questions to guide your purchases:

 

·  When will I wear this item? (is it an everyday garment, or will it be reserved for special occasions)

·  Do I want a lovingly created item in a luxurious fabric or am I not too concerned about the finish and quality?

· Is this a fashion piece or is it something that will endure through many seasons in future?

·  Can it be paired with other pieces I already have in my wardrobe?

· AND most importantly, How much money am I prepared to spend?

 

“Fast Fashion”

 

“Fast fashion” is the perfect solution for the youth, as they want to be on trend. With new styles popping up at supersonic speed, outfits are only loved for a short time and as soon as a new batch comes in, the wardrobe needs “recharging”. (Parents welcome it too as it saves a small fortune!)

For mature women, a refined look is more age appropriate, and quality is important to achieve this. But this does not mean that there is no place for a bit of frivolity or ‘fast fashion’

 

Just use these items sparingly and restrict them to the one or two ‘fashionable’ pieces that are currently on trend.

At the end of it all, I do believe that there is a small place in everyone's wardrobe for a bit of both, as mixing the throwaway pieces with higher end garments can work really well.

 

 

Whatever you do, remember the important element here is to get the balance right!

“Slow Fashion”

 

  1. Basic items, like the forever fabulous ‘little black dress’

  2. A tailored well fitted white shirt

  3. A simple black blazer

  4. Your heavy winter coat

 

Just a few examples of where to spend a little more as these types of items never date and depending on how you accessorise, will always be ‘in vogue’ Yes, high end labels cost more, but they will give you more years of service. You will probably also find that the ‘fit’ of a more expensive piece is far more flattering than an inexpensive one.

The trick is to pair your more expensive items well with the ‘throw away’ ones and still achieve a look of glamour and sophistication, and voila, you have harnessed your inner fashionista. It would be important to note that a more expensive garment doesn’t necessarily mean better quality.

 

But How to get the “Mix” right

 

Audrey Hepburn is still considered one of the most stylish women of her time, , she believed that the first step to becoming a fashionista is to figure out which wardrobe basics will best flatter your figure.

 

 

Slow Fashion vs Fast Fashion

 

Now every fashionista worth her weight in Louboutins already knows that in order to dress ‘fabulous’ there should be a combination of slow and fast fashion in her closet. Princess Kate duchess of Cambridge  knows this only too well, she is often seen sporting such designers as Sarah Burton or Amanda Wakeley, but she’s also seen regularly in stunning pieces from Zara or Topshop

 

 

The difference between style and fashion…….. is quality. Giorgio Armani.

 Your friend in fashion

        Tracey xx

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