Dear Ladies,

If you’ve braved the sales already the smart shoppers amongst you will have returned with a brilliant selection of well-fitting bargains with your receipts carefully filed away somewhere safe. Most of us, however, are less familiar with sales etiquette and are perhaps suffering with shopping elbow, surrounded by a few things you’ll probably only wear once (or never). Be a successful sales shopper this year and check out this useful guide to finding the best buys on the high street:

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art19226.asp


QUICK TIP: Shop siesta style this summer, rising early for the best choice on opening and returning later in the evening to make the most of any further reductions – what better excuse to enjoy a leisurely lunch whilst everyone else battles with the crowds during the day?


DEMISE OF THE SMOCK

Be warned ladies, the comfortable, billowing smock top that hides all our lumps and bumps so perfectly could be on its way out. We all loved it when smock dresses and tops made their mark on this summer’s fashion scene – loose, cool and flattering, this bohemian staple could soon be replaced by a figure-hugging scoop neck, high waisted pencil skirts or super-tight shift. Worried? Don’t be, Body Con is set to be a huge trend for autumn but there are plenty of ways you can wear this look without breathing in too much:

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art29453.asp


THE WOMEN’S FASHION BAROMETRE OF COOL: Summer Feet

Women’s Fashion LOVES: Coral Nail Polish
Colour blocking is big this summer and make no exceptions with your feet! Choose a gorgeous coral shade – pink’s sexier sister and way more fun than a serious red. Slick over well-pedicured toes and pull on some strappy sandals.
Women’s Fashion LOATHES: Summer Feet Ache
Wedges hurt the balls of your feet, the sling backs rub your heels, the pumps leave blisters – and sweaty, sticky feet make the whole situation ten times worse.

SHARE YOUR FASHION FINDS!

Have you got a great fashion tip to share with other fashion fans? Why not drop into the Women’s Fashion Forum, introduce yourself and share your style secrets? You never know, you may even pick up some yourself! Our forum is fun, free and dedicated to fashion, just how you like it:
http://forums.bellaonline.com/ubbthreads.php?ubb=postlist&Board=348

I hope to hear from you sometime soon, either in the forum or in response to this email message. I thrive on your feedback!

Have fun passing this message along to family and friends, because we all love free knowledge!

Vicky Talbot, Women's Fashion Editor
http://WomensFashion.bellaonline.com

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