< Previous30 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY FASHION Above: Gerry Weber Liven up your suit choices with a bright colour fitting for the festive period ahead, like this red ensemble from Gerry Weber. Top right: Marc Cain A more formal look can easily become more cosy and casual with a jumper, as Marc Cain shows here. Right: Samoon In a rich, fashionable colour palette, this floral chiffon dress from Samoon is sure to be an eye-catcher. Opposite: Taifun This elegant blazer dress from Taifun is full of the ‘wow-factor’ with its smart and chic silhouette. 32 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 1) Joe Browns: Comfort meets style with this cord jumpsuit from Joe Browns in a seasonal green. 2) Celtic & Co.: Now we’re in coat season, why not stand out with your outer layer and make a statement? Try this curly coat from Celtic & Co. 3) Cotton Traders: Cotton Traders presents a smart but soft look with this dark grey skirt and jumper, perfect for whether you are heading to work or for a coffee and catch up. 4) Scamp & Dude: This vibrant blue, green and black skirt from Scamp & Dude will liven up your animal print collection for a funky and fresh outfit. 5) Busby & Fox: A lacy black top, such as this from Busby & Fox, will always be in style. 6) Ada Dakin: A unique print may be all you need to create a stand-out look, as Ada Dakin does with this slinky dress. 1 2 3 PETER SCOTT 1 The Broadway, WOODHALL SPA 01526 353935 Open 7 days LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 33 FASHION 4 5 6Enhance your look with accessories Busby & Fox Busby & Fox elevates a simple white top with chic gold jewellery. Accessories are an essential finishing touch to any outfit. Götti For a sleek and stylish appearance, try these glasses from Götti. Find this pair, or one similar, at O’Brien’s Opticians in Brigg or http://obriensopticians.co.uk/ LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 35 FASHION Oliver Bonas A statement bag can brighten up any look, such as this red velvet clutch from Oliver Bonas. Fable England Adding a smidge of whimsy to your look is simple with the right accessories, such as these acorn pearl earrings from Fable England. Marc Cain A western boot with a distinctive design, these shoes from Marc Cain are sure to make a fun addition to your ensemble. SALT With a classic silhouette and colour, these specs from SALT are a staple to add to your glasses collection. Head down to O’Brien’s Opticians in Brigg or visit http://obriensopticians.co.uk/ for your own pair. Dune London Taking on trending colours and prints, cosy up with this scarf from Dune London. Fat Face This pink beret from Fat Face makes a lovely final flourish for your cold-weather wear. Betty & Biddy Betty & Biddy makes jewellery stacking easy with this double layer twisted bracelet. With colder days arriving, it’s time to layer up. LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 37 FASHION Opposite: Barbour Over a check shirt Barbour introduces a cool, cable- knit, crew neck jumper offering a mixture of weave techniques for a patchwork, modern take on the classic. Above: Sims Wear As you try out new knitwear this November, remember jumpers aren’t the only option, with vests like this from Sims Wear showcasing a smart way to layer. Top right: Celtic & Co. Effortlessly fashionable, this timeless duffle coat from Celtic & Co. is perfect for throwing on on chilly days. Right: Fat Face For a new way to stay cosy, try Fat Face’s knitted bomber, putting a fresh spin on the traditional cardigan.38 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY HAIR & BEAUTY There’s plenty to do already in November, what with Christmas around the corner, but if you’re going to make a statement in the winter months, there are things to keep in mind. T he winter months can be great fun and often involve a lot of parties. It’s great to get together with friends and family but our skin and hair can take a battering as the months get colder. Luckily, it’s still November, but with Christmas on the horizon, the days getting colder and the nights longer – even if snow isn’t forecast yet - it’s not a bad time to start changing your routine. Especially if you’re looking to make a splash come Christmas itself. The winter months bring their own challenges, not only with the cold, but also the effect it has on our skin and hair. All hair types suffer when it’s cold, whether it snows or not, and the constant switching between freezing outdoors and warm indoors can play havoc. It’s not so much the extremes themselves, but the switching, which dries out your hair. Moisturising is a definite must as a result, both for skin and hair, though one should still be careful not to overdo it. If you have any previous skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis, then those can also flare up in the dry air. Make sure to take plenty of water to drink, and to moisturise each and every morning while skin is damp. When it comes to hair, each season will have its trends, but there are certain styles that never go out of fashion, and these make for reliable standouts. Tumbling and tousled curls make one such example, and rollers are an easy way of achieving this classical look. If you’re thinking of adding colour, then consider something a little warmer than usual, since most other things will have already started to look drab as the temperatures plummet. In-keeping with the risks of dry air, using a deep-conditioning hair mask once a week will help to add extra shine, while also protecting you from the elements. You don’t need to try hard to look good – a laidback approach, with a sprinkle of confidence, can work wonders. The undone looks are naturally styled, with tousled waves, casual buns and messy braids. The key phrase is glamorous, yet effortless. Many hairdressers are taking their inspiration from the seventies. It’s often a much-maligned decade but the bohemian, hippy vibe, with the soft curls and volume, is brilliantly appealing and looks fantastically sexy without you having to worry about keeping your style in place throughout. Volume, smoothness and shine is where it’s at. The other benefit is that it’s something that’s easy to do when you go from daytime to evening, and there are limitless styling possibilities. Don’t forget also that the sun’s still shining despite the cool temperatures – and UV rays can still damage your skin as they can during the summer. UVA rays are the rays that age you and they are the same strength all year round – it’s only that we feel them more in summer because it’s hotter. During the day, experts recommend you use a moisturiser rich in antioxidants to protect skin from free-radical damage and repair skin which has previously been damaged during the warmer weather. A simple but effective hair and beauty regime over the winter months can ensure that you’re bright and sunny throughout the numerous events over the festive season. After spending so long trapped indoors with lockdown, I think we all deserve it! Looking glam through winter © stock.adobe.com/microNext >