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How To: 3 Ways to Style Loungewear

Fashion trends 2020 – Elevated loungewear is having a moment. This trend is getting hyped up with the current situation. While working from home and staying safe you might wonder: how can we stay in and still look cute?

I had a little look at a couple easy and fun ways to look stylish and comfy. Here are some loungewear looks you can put together easily.

Never being a bit fan of sweatpants myself I always struggled with the athleisure trend. However I have come to embrace it since the lockdown started.

Finally turning to the big movement that began with Kim Kardashian West’s aesthetic and Kanye West’s Yeezy collections. I decided to draw inspiration from their nude palette and thee whole sexy sweats look. Their laidback yet luxurious loungewear is often contrasted with high maintenance makeup and hair. So that is of course optional and always fun to do if you want to glam up your daily look.

So here are 3 key casual yet stylish stay at home looks using items that you probably already have in your wardrobe.

Look 1: The Stylish Sweatsuit Set

Anna Blachut Swiss Blogger in loungewear set

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Think Minimal, Scandinavian Chic

Stylish sweat sets are your golden ticket to get through confinement. Opt to for monochrome sets in neutral shades such as cream, dove grey, almond or stone. In terms of textiles, choose super soft materials (prima cotton, velour, cashmere and modal blends). Look for loose fitted ones with a high waist. You can keep it feminine and playful by tucking the top a bit to define your waist.

My personal favorites which are easily accessible worldwide for these lounge sets are NA-KD fashion, H&M and Zara.

Glam it up! A fun way to keep this outfit interesting and is by adding gold, bold jewels. Such as a statement necklace, hoop earrings or thick, chunky rings will instantly elevate the look.

Look 2: Play with proportions

Anna Blachut wearing NA-KD fashion

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Get Shorty

As the weather warms up in spring, this is an easy athleisure look to stay cool and look chic. Paring cycle shorts with a loose tee and an oversized hoodie. This outfit is all about playing with proportions and combining form-fitted with oversized. You can take it one step further and add a dash of neon or opt for a tie-dye jumper to really stay on trend!

My personal faves include Revolve, Nasty Gal and Missguided for these trendy pieces.

Look 3: Keeping up with the crop tops

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Dare to Bare

This is a more daring one that shows a bit of skin (it’s also a great one to motivate you to keep in shape while at home!). Combine a cute crop top or bandeau in black or white with a super-soft knit and high-waisted yoga leggings. If you are looking for great staples Oysho Sport, Nike and Alo Yoga have super leggings and workout tops.

And there you have it! Elevated yet effortless. These three easy looks incorporate the loungewear fashion trend that has been skyrocketing since quarantine started.

Hope you like them! X

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How to create the ultimate capsule wardrobe

When it comes to fashion, there are certain pieces which remain fashion staples no matter what the season. These are the eight ultimate style staples everyone should own.

They are the foundation of your wardrobe. That streamlined selection of everyday items. The key basic pieces which can be combined endlessly and can be dressed up or down any look.

Classics, investment pieces, building blocks, call them what you will. Here are the eight ultimate pieces that every fashion lover should have in their capsule wardrobe:

Items: a tailored blazer, jeans, nude cashmere, white shirt, black booties, white sneakers, trench and LBD.

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1. A tailored blazer. Well cut, black, beige, navy or grey. Adding a touch of elegance to your everyday, it works well for all occasions. It can be paired with a white shirt and jeans, just as it can be layered on top of a delicate, lace blouse. Obviously the most iconic of all jackets comes from the one and only YSL. As Yves Saint Laurent introduced blazers into women’s wardrobes in 1960s. Le Smoking was the first of its kind at the time. From Androgynes and minimal to the 80s power suit – I can honestly vouch for them having a couple vintage ones which are still to this day absolutely amazing and cut perfectly. These tailored glories have since become sartorial key pieces. Although, if your looking for an impeccably cut, everyday blazer, I highly recommend looking at The Kooples.

Anna Blachut at W Hotel Verbier

2. The perfect pair of jeans. My personal favourite are Levi’s. I have them in every shade of denim you can think of. If you’re looking for something a bit more edgy, I also highly recommend J Brand’s denim range. Opt for a pair of black coated skinny jeans or an acid wash if you want to add a stylish twist your everyday wardrobe. Personally, I find it’s all about the cut. I am a huge fan of high-waisted skinny jeans.

3. A classic cashmere in nude. Hawick is my go-to, having lived in Edinburgh for 4 years and owning them my survival of the bitter cold Scottish winters. A soft, cable knit in oatmeal was in fact the first thing I purchased when I arrived as a student. Eric Bonpard also have an unreal selection of cashmere in every cut and colour your could dream of! Another more recent discovery is the cashmere brand Not Shy if you want a cool twist on your everyday knits. They also did a campaign with one of my favorite, Swedish influencers pernilleteisbaek recently.

4. A simple, white shirt. From the ever trustworthy Zara to Ralph Lauren, you can get endless variations of these beauties. Sheer, silk or lined with lace – it’s all about the details! I like to layer a white button shirt under a dress or a sweater to add some dimension to an outfit.

5. Black boots. These are a basic must have for your everyday wardrobe. There’s a reason every off-duty model rocks a pair of these. Balenciaga, Givenchy or Chloé – they are a cool-girl essential. I love Santoni for boot heeled options (so comfortable and the quality is unbelievable). For a more casual look, I opt for my Rag & Bone ones I received whilst interning their at Paris Fashion Week. They are sturdy and I like to combine them with floral dresses for example add a little edge to an otherwise very feminine look.

6. A pair of white sneakers. From Superga to Stan Smith’s to Gucci’s Ace sneakers to Alexander McQueen’s Runway sneakers. Everyone wants a pair of these fashion staples. What is more designers are focusing more on sneakers than it-bags these days. Sneakers are officially the cool cat piece that every girl should own. White is of course a nice way to brighten up any look. Injecting a pop of preppy, sporty-chic to your outfit.

7. A Trench coat. Ideally from Burberry in honey or in navy. It’s become iconic thanks to Hollywood’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Elegant and effortless, this is a mid-season classic that shall never go out of style.

8. The LBD. The little black dress. This has got to be the piece I own the most variations of in my closet if truth be told. A universally flattering piece that I always make a point of adding to my suitcase wherever I go. My favorites for daytime are a classic A-line one from Ganni and an elegant Sandro with fun shoulder-pads. In the evening I usually opt for a black blazer dress which I accessorize with a fun brooch or a pair of big statement earrings.

There you have it. The eight essential touchstones of any wardrobe. Elevated basics that can be styled to suit your style. Essential classic closets pieces that will stand the test of time. In fact, the term “Capsule wardrobe” was coined by Susie Faux, the owner of a London boutique called “Wardrobe” in the 1970s. It stemmed from the concept of having a permanent collection that can be worn all year round. A sustainable and chic way to stay stylish.

So what are your wardrobe staples? What do you reach for time and time again?

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JIMMY CHOO X BEAU RIVAGE GENEVE

Hotel Beau Rivage, Geneva.

High Fashion meets High Tea

A fashionista’s dream come true. This Thursday, we had the pleasure of enjoying a gourmet combination of couture and cooking. The Beau Rivage Hotel in Geneva launched just their new afternoon tea. Inspired by the Jimmy Choo Spring/Summer 2020 collection, featuring neon, sequins and exotic animal prints such as zebra and leopard. All these promenant elements from the SS20 collection where echoed throughout the delicious range of sweet and savoury snacks which were shaped like mini Jimmy Choo handbags and shoes. These unique culinary creations where conceived by the prestigious Chef Pâtissier Yohan Coiffard.

A First in Geneva: Food and Fashion at its Finest

An exciting concept running all the month of March, every day from 14pm to 18pm at Le Bar. Afternoon fashion tea is an idea that has become increasingly popular in at luxury hotels in metropolitan cities such as London, Munich and Hong Kong. Now and for the first time in Geneva, Switzerland the luxury hotel, Beau Rivage, collaborated with the high fashion brand Jimmy Choo for you to enjoy this truly innovative experience. What is more, The Beau Rivage is the oldest luxury 5 star hotel in Geneva. Founded in 1865 by the Mayer family.

I Choose Choo

For the occasion I paired a floaty snakeskin print dress with a vintage Salvatore Ferragamo coat and my Jimmy Choo Romy 100 glitter pumps.

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Trend to try: a touch of red

“When in doubt wear red” – Bill Blass

The color of love, passion and power. One cannot go unnoticed when wearing it. Depending on how you style it, your look can be romantic or downright dramatic. Red is a 2020 trend that will add a little extra to any outfit. Especially during the month of love.

What I do especially in the winter when your wardrobe skews towards darker tones is to switch it up with a pop of color. Simply slipping on a vintage YSL jacket or a cute red cap from Zara as I did here will amp up any look. Another way to upgrade any look is to dress all in one color like white, blue or black and add a red handbag or shoes. Bold, red accents instantly inject a little life into any outfit.

Even if you simply add a touch to your lips or nails it looks chic and feminine especially with Valentine’s Day on it’s way. Personally, I love the classic Chanel Le Vernis in 08 – Pirate for my nails and Dior’s Rouge Ultra Care Liquid in 707 Bliss. It’s a flawless, flower oil liquid lipstick – ultra weightless wear and petal velvet finish. The ideal companion for a romantic V-Day date night.

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Swiss Blogger Anna Blachut at L’Avenue in Paris
Dior Ultra Rouge Lipstick by Anna Blachut
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Swiss Snowy Style

W Verbier, Switzerland

I love this period of the year just between Christmas and New Years when all I want to do is hibernate under the covers. It’s the perfect time to stay cozy with a cup of hot chocolate and good company. This was just the case a couple days ago. I grabbed a cappuccino with my friend and fellow blogger Diana Mengyan at the W Verbier, a luxurious hotel in the Swiss Alps with the perfect pic ops.

Comfort is key during the winter season. So I opted for a huge snuggly, soft sweater and leather leggings. I paired them with simple pearls on my ears and a touch of gold on my wrists. The sneakers were the main focus of my outfit with their adorable fluffy trim details.

I’m off to Italy to celebrate the new year and need to start packing now…! Wishing you a lovely start to 2020 and stay tuned for more adventures!

Swiss influencers at W hotel in Verbier
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