1. What are the first things we should consider when looking for occasion wear?
Firstly, colours, for weddings if you are a main guest find out if you have to work to a colour theme. The mother of the bride traditionally has first choice. If you are not colour restricted look at what colour works best with your skin tone.
Secondly, dress code. For some events – races, black tie, award ceremonies, there may be dress codes so do check first before parting with your money. Our stylists are extremely talented at finding the right outfit to meet the dress code requirements.
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2. How important is it to choose a suitable style for your shape?
Oh it’s really important. You need to highlight your best features and our stylists can help you find the right outfit to do just this. At Snooty Frox we have something to suit every size and shape and we also provide an in housealterations service to ensure the perfect fit.
3. Which styles would you recommend for certain body shapes/concerns? (can answer for both daywear and evening wear)
At Snooty Frox our stylists can help you select a style to fit your body shape for both day wear and evening wear taking into account of course personal preference.
We currently stock a fabulous quirky range called Mashiah which works for lots of shapes and is a real favourite with our customers. Dresses with sleeves are also high on our ladies’ wish lists and we have plenty with sleeves to show them. This season the 1950’s style full skirt is popular and great for pear shaped ladies. With over 50 designer ranges there is something for everyone.
4. Which colours and styles are on trend this year? (again, can answer for both daywear and evening wear)
Think of sugared almonds, lots of soft colours. Fuchsia pink and large floral prints are also popular – Aideen Bodkin and Fely Campo have collections inspired by vibrant colour and floral prints. Lace as ever is a favourite – our handmade Olvi’s collection is one of our best selling brands with styles in both short and full lengths.
5. What are your top tips for race day dressing?
Don’t buy on the high street as you might find a lot of other people wearing the same outfit! Use independent boutiques that can provide you with something different. If you are wearing high heels we sell heel covers to protect you from ‘sinking’ into the grass. Make sure you have a pashmina or jacket for the cold days. I would go for a statement dress with a big hat!
6. What are the most important considerations when choosing a mother of the bride outfit?
Remember it will be one of the best outfits you will ever buy, so make sure it is special and a little bit different! The hat needs to be comfortable as you will be in it all day. Buy an outfit that you can transform from day to evening – perhaps with a different jacket/top, accessories or shoes. One of the most unusual products we sell is a pair of chiffon sleeves. The sheer sleeves can be worn under a sleeveless dress to give a completely different look for the evening.
7. What are the most fashion forward colours for wedding outfits?
Striking floral prints and fuchsia pink but it is really down to the individual.
8. What are your top tips for choosing a hat or fascinator?
Make sure it doesn’t cover your eyes, wear it correctly and get it fitted – don’t wear anything that’s too big for you. At Snooty Frox we offer a hat fitting service to ensure the correct fit. There is nothing worse than feeling that your hat is either too loose or too tight.
9. Which is more popular of the two and why do you think that is?
To make a statement there is nothing like a large hat however they are not for everyone. A hatinator shows off the face more as it is worn on an angle and can still give the wow factor (large or medium sizes are available). Overall the hatinator is more popular. A fascinator is much smaller but is sometimes allthat is required if the event is slightly more low key or the look required is simpler.
10. How important is it to choose an outfit in a colour that suits you?
Very important but you need to make sure you are happy with not just the colour but the whole outfit!
11. Which colours suit which skin tones? (i.e. does pale skin suit pastel and olive a richer shade etc?
Although it is worth keeping in mind which colours go with which skin tones, style is about self expression, so if there is a colour you like, go with it and wear it with confidence.
12. What are your top tips for keeping your outfit looking great throughout the day? (keeping your outfit nice etc)
Don’t put your outfit on too long before the occasion and always have a spare pair of tights in your bag. A fresh piece of jewellery is always a good idea to change the look for the evening.
13. Sometimes the biggest struggle comes when choosing the accessories – do they always need to match? What styles are popular this year?
You can do a pop of colour with your accessories, tonal colours are always nice, but if you want to pick out a strong colour then that works really well, it is always good to experiment. We have a wide range of accessories, hats,fascinators, jewellery and shoes to try with your outfit, so always try a few before you decide.
14. What style of dress would you recommend for someone who isn’t used to wearing dresses/feels out of their comfort zone?
I would say come and try a few styles on, and see what you feel most comfortable in. Our stylists will always try and put you at ease, we quite often get ladies in who try something on they are not used to wearing and fall in love with it.
15. Do you have any other style tips you think would be useful?
Stay true to your own style and wear something that reflects your personality, show skin strategically and always check out the rear view!
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