In a world that is continually changing and moving at a rapid pace, one can only do so much to keep up with latest trends. From weddings to seasonal fashion periods like Australia’s Melbourne Cup Spring Racing Carnival, designs are constantly changing.

In the fashion world, a style could be “in” for a period of time that lasts anywhere between a few years and a couple of months. The only constant about this world is that there is no constant!

Being unique can be a challenge. Therein lays a very fine line between

standing out fashionably and being plain weird. So how can one ensure

that being fashionably unique does not result in jeers, rolling of eyes

and harsh criticism from the fashion world?

1.    Be confident in yourself.

Let’s face it. Even A-list celebrities get criticised in the

media every single day. Lindsay Lohan’s dress might be the

talk of the town tonight, but tomorrow, if she puts on a daggy pair of

jeans, she will still be slammed by the Hollywood fashion police.

Being confident can make up to 50% of the attractiveness of a person.

How you carry yourself is almost equivalent to what you are wearing, if

you pull it off with grace, posture and cool self-assuredness.

2.    Check out trends and tailor them to your own style

Keeping an eye on trends in the fashion world does not necessarily mean

having to buy every piece of designer wear that comes out in the

market. If you find a design or style that you like, tailor it!

Dressmaking is not a very expensive or time-consuming thing to do.

Tailored clothing ensures your uniqueness and gives you the opportunity

to wear a piece of clothing that best fits your body, style and comfort.

3.    Wear quality fabric

The quality of the clothing you wear plays a vital role in comfort,

look and movability. Wearing all-natural types of fabric can assist in

warming up winter nights, cooling down summer afternoons, and give you

the freedom to move freely. Fabric like pure silk, wool and chiffon

also reduces static and when made properly, falls on the body better.

Remember, looking good is also about feeling good.

d’Italia, a designer fabric store located in Malvern

(Melbourne, Australia), imports Italian silk and French lace directly

from Europe. The fabric comes from the same European fashion houses

which supply to the biggest names in haute couture.

d’Italia prides itself in providing  completely

natural fabric. The pure silk satin and chiffon and French silk trims

are unmatched in natural quality and uniqueness. A major plus-point is

the dressmaker referral system that the shop offers as an optional

addition.  Some of Australia’s best dressmakers

(especially in the wedding arena) are affiliates of d’Italia,

and reservations can be made through the store for tailoring and

fitting appointments.

d’Italia is open six days a week, and  is located at

61 Glenferrie Road, Malvern, Victoria. Australian tailor and seamstress

services should be booked in advance (especially for wedding couture).

More information can be found at: d'Italia Designer Fabric.