The New Twinset and Pearls

The twinset and pearls is the ultimate in ladylike clothes. Twinsets have a very traditional but timeless appeal. They are an early form of layering that flatters the figure and gives a feminine look. The benefits of the twinset is two fold. Firstly the double layers skim over any lumps or bumps giving a really streamlined and smooth outline. Secondly the vertical line formed by the opening of the cardigan cause a very slimming optical illusion. Add a long string of pearls to draw the eye downwards giving an even more slimming effect. Team with a pencil skirt and you have the perfect outfit to make you look ladylike and slim.

But the twinset and pearls has for a while had the reputation of being a bit fuddy duddy and old fashioned. You can still buy into this look but with a modern twist by wearing a new style jersey twinset and string of semi precious stones. This Limited collection twinset draped sleeve top from Marks and Spencers is the perfect updated version of this look and can be teamed with either smart jeans or a denim pencil skirt and this jaded desire necklace from Munique Fashions for a modern version of the old classic twinset and pearls.

Build five key looks with five key pieces

Choosing what to wear for work on a daily basis can become a chore. That said, it is always a good idea to plan what you are going to wear if you want to get it right and always be camera ready. Click here to see how you can build five new looks from five key pieces and sort yourself for the week.

And if vibrant spring and summer colours are more your style then here are a few pieces you can swap and exchange or mix and match to get the spring summer look.

This Per Una 3/4 Sleeve V-Neck Top with Necklace or Per Una Lightweight Knitted Stretch Top & Scarf will add some colour to your look this spring/summer 09.

Always a classic is this Autograph Weekend Argyle Jumper with Cashmere - an all year round wardrobe essential.

Tone it down a bit with this pale yellow sophiscated Autograph Santa Monica Long Sleeve Pussy Bow Top part of Autograph's Santa Monica Collection - a sophisticated and versatile range with an emphasis on luxury.

Finally this Autograph Santa Monica Sailor Style Trousers in 100% linen will go with any of these tops. Four tops, one linen trousers and that's your week almost sorted.

Don't let the credit crunch cramp your style

It is easy to get caught up in all the feelings of doom and gloom with twenty four hour news coverage reporting on all the woes of the world's finances. Whilst most people will be watching their spending a bit more carefully, now is not a time to let it all go when it comes to style. Fashion costs money, style does not. There is no need to wear the latest style of designer clothes. As long as you clothes fit you well and suit your shape and colouring, you can look and feel great.

All you need to do is go through your wardrobe and identify all the clothes that really suit you and make you feel good. Clothes that do not fit properly or don't make you feel one hundred percent can be either swapped at a swishing party or sold online at eBay or another similar site. Once you have some lovely well fitting basics, you can update your wardrobe with a few new accessories each season for a fresh look.


This jaded desire necklace will look great and give a whole new lease of life to a grey, white or khaki summer top with jeans or a denim skirt.

This Hibiscus necklace will instantly add feminine charm to a summer shift dress. For a really quirky look, you try combining with a pale lavender coloured dress or bright pink.

This Raku Teardrop necklace will look great with a printed summer dress in earthy tones.

A new fashion and style blog is born

Welcome to Munique fashions, a brand new blog about fashion and style. We hope to bring you the latest trends and fashions with a big helping of individual style that will make you look gorgeous and feel great. Munique is all about being trendy and fashionable, whilst being stylish and individual. We hope that you enjoy reading!


Munique also has it's own range of unique, quality handcrafted fashion and accessories from artisans around the world. These exotic designs communicate rarity and say something about you the wearer. At Munique we say that our unique fashions are a conversation with style which starts “where did you get that”? Because when you wear our products that’s what people will ask.


Necklace "Bali Girl"