The use of the Union Jack in fashion is nothing new. We all know that a lot of countries’ flags are used in fashion including the U.S. flag, but the Union Jack seems to be used most often. It may be that the Union Jack is not a copyrighted design so can be printed without having to pay any royalties. But it may be that vintage is really in vogue and Old-British is cool!

A number of designers I know use this flag including Chanel, Dolce Gabbana, Gucci, and of course British designers, Vivien Westwood, Burberry, also Top Shop. They have everything from leggings to T’s to handbags to you-name-it emblazoned with the print.

The Union Jack is not just in fashion; we can find it in home decoration and artwork as well. Designers can play with the colors and pattern while still keeping it instantly recognizable as the national flag.

Today I am wearing a Union Jack sleeveless t-shirt matched with white leggings with a geometric style that I think plays well with the flag’s design. This outfit creates a casual yet stylish look. The leggings are like ventilation so it can make you feel aaaah to let the breeze go through to your bare skin.

Paired with a red suede ankle boot and handbag with similar schemed pattern to complement the British flag, you are certain to look casual, sharp and to stand out!

Top and pants from Forever 21; similar here, Ankle boots from Jessica Simpson; similar here, Watch from Michael Kors, and it’s on sale 44% off here, Union jack ring from Butler & Wilson, Sunglasses from WILDFOX, Bow bracelet from Macy’s, Handbag – I bought from a boutique in Bali Island – Indonesia

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Admit it or not, almost every one of us is inspired by many public figures as seen on TV or Other forms of mass media. These influences affect the way we think, talk, walk, work, dress, eat, party and even love . I too feel and react to these influences. Let’s take Sarah Jessica Parker’s fashion style in The Sex and the City: The Movie, she wore a slim white dress with a giant flower pin on her right chest and many people followed and copied that look. But, rather than doing the same dressing up, I choose to use this style to dress down, and use some smart touch-ups not only to look different and to change the genre but also to look just as phenomenal !

Let’s see what we can do – Lets combine a simple outfit style with oversized eye-catching pieces, in different shades of earthy color orange. These over washed low rise salmon shorts with a frayed hem and lace look chic and up-to-the-minute. The fray gives a free and unruly hot touch, and the lace makes the shorts look both attractive and artful. And To pair with the shorts, I chose a body fitting brown spaghetti strap top and a huge distinguishing salmon-colored flower pin. This combination of pastel and earthy colors is very appeasing and natural. Let’s say “easy on the eyes” . The center of attention is the huge flower and You can choose to attach it to your outfit whenever you get the urge – add a stylish hat to complete your chabby chic charming high tea attire.

Speaking of stylish hats, Philip Treacy London is a household name in the Great Britain. Philip Treacy is the award-winning milliner whose creations are so fancy, they are considered ultra high-end. His head pieces use premium materials and accessories, such as genuine leather, silk, velvet, laces, veils, flowers, bows, crystals, and feathers among others. But you can make your own huge flower pin by simply getting your own flower, glue, and the pin from Etsy or Hobby Lobby, and get crafty and creative !

Short Jeans from Billabong; similar here, Tank top; similar here, Shoes from Giuseppe Zanotti, Clutch; similar here, Watch from Michael Kors; similar here

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It is widely known that the colors like black and white are timeless, elegant, and very safe to wear for anybody, anytime, and anywhere. And you can always elevate your classic look by adding another color, either bright or pastel, and be confident with it. But if you want to get creative without having to worry about going overboard, the color gold might be what you want. A pairing of black, white, and gold make timeless style even more luxurious and classy.

This shiny gold leather pencil skirt looks glamorous with its distressed pattern, and pairs with a black and white top of any style or design. Depending on the occasion, you can either wear a long-sleeved blouse for a more formal or official look, or a short-sleeved top for a rather fashionable but casual style, or even a body fit tee, if you feel somewhat sporty or spunky. When you choose to wear something plain or simple like this solid-colored skirt, you want to balance it with something bold or attractive like this white geometric long-sleeved top with black lines on the collar, buttons, box plate, and cuffs. This creates a perfect combination and is just as exquisite to wear in the morning as it is in the evening.

One other way to spruce up your elegant look is by wearing footwear that also acts as a statement. These black and white checked with a hollowed out design ankle-length peep toe shoes are a guaranteed showstopper. They look feminine and dazzling as well as whimsical and fun. Tell me that your heart didn’t skip a beat when you first saw the picture of these shoes. 😀

Something that may seem simple yet very worthwhile to choose wisely is the belt, and I chose this black elastic wide belt with an oversized gold butterfly buckle as an impeccable and feminine accent to my formal outfit.

As one of the must-have items, bags also play an important role in fashion styling so lets combine all the three colors in one piece; the shoulder bag is made of white leather, and it has a white flap, black piping, gold twist lock on the front, and a gold chain strap. Its clean look simply emphasizes a classic formal style. Sumptuously sleek.

And the last but not the least are the accessories. Feel free to wear any piece you want, as long as it lines up with the style you are wearing. Try a black and white oversized ring that says it all.

So here are the basic rules of mixing and matching colors to make ourselves look even better. For the timeless and classic colors black and white, you can add any color at all, either a bright or a pastel , create our own personal style. No more fear of looking boring or to buttoned up , traditional, or unexceptional. If you are after a luxurious and glamorous look, the color gold makes a lavish addition, . Remember to dress for the occasion. When you choose your top remember that vertical trims or stripes on top make our torso look longer, giving you more length . Don’t hesitate to choose the bag that suits you the most. As long as you are comfortable with it, a shoulder bag or a clutch will do. Feel free to wear one-of-a-kind footwear, to pamper yourself, as well as to make a statement. Nowadays, the function of the shoes are no longer merely to cover and protect our feet, but also as the means to express our sublime taste and artistic style. When you mix and match colors, try the contrast , like black, white and gold. It works very well and unsurprisingly pleasing to the eye. Happy styling!

Zara Leather Skirt; similar here, Shoulder bag from Kate Spade, similar here, Shoes from NYLA; similar here, Watch from Fendi, Top; similar here

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