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Out with the cold, in with a little bit of sunshine!!!! We welcome you to our lovely, colourful Spring issue of the Truworths Fashion Bureau Magazine. The winter chill is gone and it’s time to revamp our wardrobes with lighter, colourful and fun clothes that we had stashed away. Our charming spring collection definitely makes it impossible for you to look any further than Truworths. With a great buying team working behind the scenes, we have made sure that we meet all of your seasonal needs from dresses, tops, shorts, jumpsuits and hats to trendy accessories (Thank You Team Truworths). In addition, we are also proud to have launched the TruLife Insurance Package (underwritten by CBZ) to make sure that not only your fashion needs are met, but also that your health and personal well-being are catered for. Explore the multiple benefits of the TruLife package in this month’s issue that include Personal Accident, Death, Hospitalization and Credit Insurance. Thank you once again for the support, and go and open your own Truworths account to make sure you are totally covered!!!!! Let’s have some fun this spring!
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Nothing says spring like florals. Celebrate the end of winter with some colour and patterns that remind you of the warmer days to come. With various types of florals to choose from, like garden blooms, overgrown flowers and the trending 3-D flowers, it is very important to dress for your body type so that you really bloom like the rose that you are. If you have narrow shoulders, a neat bust, defined waist with fuller hips, thighs and bum, then your body is a triangle shape. This means you need to wear florals on your top half so that it balances out your fuller lower body. Avoid florals on your lower body as it will make you look wider than you really are. The second body type is the rectangle shape. With this body type, your shoulders and your hips are the same width, you have a small bust with very little or no waist definition. To create an illusion of a well defined body, go for belted dresses with bright florals. An A-line skirt with big bold prints can also create an illusion of a waist and curves to your advantage. An inverted triangle body shape is one with broad shoulders, pronounced bust, and a short torso with slim hips, thighs and legs. To draw attention from your top heavy figure, wear your loudest and brightest florals on your lower body to make it appear fuller. If you have a narrow waist with medium width shoulders and thighs and a curvy bust and hips, then you have an hourglass body shape. The best way to dress this body type is with bodycon dresses with florals of any size as long as it accentuates your curves. However, should you be tempted to wear prints on your lower body only, make sure they are on a black background as a lighter background will make you look bottom heavy.
Stay fabulous Xoxo………love what you wear
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Stylish Must Haves for Spring It’s spring time once again, the perfect time to put away all that winter baggage and enjoy the nice sunshine and cool breeze in style. Here are 5 fresh spring fashion pieces that will have you stepping into your office in style.
1) Kaftan Tops
If you want a high-end sophisticated look this spring, kaftans are the way to go. Kaftans suit all body shapes and sizes and you can pair them with nice skinny pants. The trick with kaftan tops is to keep the accessorizing simple and minimal for a classic formal look.
2) Palazzo Pants
Flared pants are fast becoming a wardrobe staple. Inspired by the 70s look, palazzo pants are a hit this spring. They are comfortable and stylish yet laid back so if you are tired of skinny pants, palazzo pants are definitely a good alternative. Black is a good colour for the office on this trend. They can be paired up with a chiffon long sleeved top or a blazer to give a stylish professional look.
3) A Blazer
If there is one fashion essential every woman must have in her closet, it is a blazer. For the office I recommend you go with a custom-fit work blazer to ensure that your look is both refined and professional. A blazer pairs well with pants, pencil skirts and bodycon dresses. To be more fashionable, go for monochrome.
4) A White Dress
A white dress is completely on-trend this spring. White is a neutral colour so it is less likely to break any dress codes. It is stylish but conservative which is perfect for the office. Try combining this look with bright accessories like red, blue, purple and other basic bright corporate colours.
5) Midi Skirts
Midi skirts are taking over in the office. They cross over in all seasons. They are stylish and appropriate which is just perfect for a nice polished professional look. This spring you can combine then with crisp collar chiffon blouses.
So go ahead ladies, add some fun to your professional look!
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Brighten up your Season
100 ways to be kind to your
By Debra Chitadzinga
Tell your child
1. I love you. 2. I love you no matter what. 3. I love you even when you are angry at me. 4. I love you even when I am angry with you. 5. I love you when you are far way. My love for you can reach you wherever you are. 6. If I could pick any 4 year old (5 year old, 6 year old…) in the whole wide world, I’d pick you. 7. I love you to the moon and then around the stars and back again. 8. Thank you. 9. I enjoyed playing with you today. 10. My favorite part of the day was when I was with you and we _______.
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11. The story of their birth or adoption. 12. About how you cuddled them when they were a baby. 13. The story of their name. 14. A story about yourself when you were their age. 15. The story of how their grandparents met. 16. What your favorite colour is. 17. That sometimes you struggle too. 18. That when you’re holding hands and you give three squeezes, it’s a secret code that means, “I love you”. 19. What the plan is. 20. What you’re doing right now.
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21. Charades 22. Hop Scotch 23. Board Games 24. Hide & Seek 25. Simon Says 26. Twenty Questions 27. I Spy on long car rides 28. Catch
54. To your child in the car. 55. To silly songs together. 56. For that question that means your child really needs your input. 57. One second longer than you think you have patience for. 58. For the feelings behind your child’s words.
Take Time
73. To go shopping with your child. 74. To look at the birds. 75. To let your child pour ingredients into the bowl. 76. To walk places together. 77. To dig in the dirt together. 78. To do a task at your child’s pace. 79. To just sit with your child while they play.
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29. To catch their kiss and put it on your cheek. 30. That their tickle tank is empty and you have to fill it. 31. That their high five is so powerful it nearly knocks you over. 32. That you are super ticklish. 33. That you are explorers in the amazing world of your own backyard. 34. That it’s party day!
Ask
59. Why do you think that happens? 60. What do you think would happen if______? 61. How shall we find out? 62. What are you thinking about? 63. What was your favorite part of the day? 64. What do you think this tastes like?
Trust
80. That your child is capable. 81. That you are the right parent for your child. 82. That you are enough. 83. That you can do what is right for your family.
Delight
84. Clean your child’s room as a surprise. 85. Put chocolate chips in the pancakes. 86. Put a love note in their lunch. 87. Make their snack into a smiley face shape. 88. M ake sound effects while you help them do something. 89. Sit on the floor with them to play.
Give
35. To get enough sleep. 36. To drink enough water. 37. To eat decent food. 38. Dressing in a way that makes you feel confident and comfortable. 39. Calling a friend the next time you feel like you are about to lose it with the kids. 40. Giving a gentle touch to show approval. 41. Dancing in the kitchen. 42. To get your kids to bop to the music with you in the car. 43. Showing your kids that you can do a somersault or handstand or a cartwheel. 44. Keeping the sigh to yourself. 45. Using a kind voice, even if you have to fake it.
46. A book of silly poems. 47. A story and then act out the plot. 48. Your favorite childhood book to them. 49. When the afternoon is starting to go astray. 50. Outside under a tree. 51. In the library kids corner. 52. The comic book they love that you’re not so hot on. 53. About age appropriate behavior so you can keep your expectations realistic.
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65. Your child how to do something instead of banning them from it. 66. How to whistle with a blade of grass. 67. How to shuffle cards- make a bridge if you can! 68. How to cut food. 69. How to fold laundry. 70. How to look up information when you don’t know the answer. 71. Affection to your spouse. 72. That taking care of yourself is important.
Let Go
90. Of the guilt. 91. Of how you thought it was going to be. 92. Of your need to be right.
93. A kind look. 94. A smile when your child walks into the room. 95. A kind touch back when your child touches you. 96. The chance to connect before you correct so that your child can actually hear your words. 97. Your child a chance to work out their frustrations before helping them. 98. A bath when the day feels long. 99. A hug. 100. Y ou get to choose the next one! What is your favorite way to be kind to your child?
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TRUMAN GENTLEMEN’S
STYLE TIPS SHOES
First of all a gentleman appreciates that shoes are an investment, buy the very best you can afford. The most versatile shoe any man can own is the black Oxford. Take pride in keeping your shoes well polished, everyone will notice one way or another. Taking good care of your shoes is more than just polishing, how you store them is just as important. Invest in shoe trees and use a shoe horn, your shoes will look better and last longer. Never allow your shoe’s heels to wear down. Invest in some versatile classic sneakers. If you own black Oxfords, loafers, brogues and sneakers then you will have shoes for every occasion.
SHIRTS
A gentleman understands which tie matches what shirt and wears them appropriately. If unsure which colour suits you, stick with solid colours. The most versatile colours are the pinks, light blues and whites. White shirts should look white, since they don’t look fresh forever, you should have at least a few in your closet. The key to mastering slim fit is to understand that your clothes should still be roomy.
SUITS
A gentleman understands what a well fitting suit feels and looks like. If choosing a ready to wear suit, you may still need to take it to your tailor for alterations. Charcoal grey, navy blue and black make the foundations of your suits. After that, the world is your oyster. Always remember to take the tags off your suit sleeves.
ACCESSORIES
A gentleman knows that accessories add flair to an outfit. A stand-out watch is the difference between looking fine and “looking fine”. You may want your wrist to attract attention by having a watch which makes a statement. Do not wear a digital watch unless doing sports. Avoid wearing your sunglasses
HOSIERY
After reading this article throw out all your socks with holes in them, you never know when you will
indoors or at night. Embrace the pocket square; it will add style
be asked to take off your shoes. Matching your socks with you trousers will make you look taller.
to any jacket. Invest in quality cuff-links, they last a life time.
Make sure your socks are long enough to never show flesh even when sitting down cross legged. Never wear “sports” unless you are actually doing sports.
GENERAL CLOTHING BEHAVIOUR
A gentleman does not wear too many items with conspicuous branding. Dressing your age is important; a gentleman in his 20s should embrace the freedom of youth and experiment to find their best colours. Have enough clean clothes so that you won’t have to wear something two days in a row. Master the basics, great fit and appropriate details and you will be more stylish than 95% of men. QUOTE
“YOU CAN FIND INSPIRATION IN EVERYTHING. IF YOU CAN’T, THEN YOU’RE NOT LOOKING PROPERLY.” PAUL SMITH
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