Fashionista of the Week ; Charmaine Plaatjie

 1. Describe your style in three words.

Simple, classy, timeless

2. What is your favourite pattern in clothes?

Right now...Tribal print and stripes

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3. Which FIVE clothes item would you save from a burning fire?

My zara white & black tuxedo blazer, biker jacket, green suede with a gold touch heels, royal blue jacket (both bought in Paris) and my zara LBD with side pockets. Hmmm... this is quite tricky coz I value most of my clothing.

4. who is your personal fashion icon?

Olivia Palermo and SP from My Style Pantry

5. YOUR FAVORITE FASHION STORES?

Zara, Woolies, Mr. Price, Forever New, H&M, Topshop, ASOS and Maria McCloy's stall at Arts on Main.

6. Who's the worst dressed person in your opinion?

Sonia Booth. Beautiful lady but goodness her looks can do with some touching up.

7. Which beauty items can't you live without?

Eye liner and lipgloss.

 8. WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE DESIGNER AND WHY?

Yves Saint Laurent for his class and elegant touch to his pieces.

9. What's the worst outfit you've ever worn?

Purple jumpsuit, it looks like a PJ. lol

10.WHATS THE MOST EXPENSIVE ITEM IN YOUR CLOSET?

My GUCCI handbag (the real thing)

 11. FASHION DOS AND DONT?

DON'T: do Leggings with a crop top or any top just above the waist, camel toe isn't sexy. LOL! If you want to try pull off this look then I suggest toning up extensively.

DO:  one can never go wrong with a white vest, a pair of blue denim jeans, add chunky accessories for a bit of sprucing up, heels and a blazer.

12. any fashion advice?

Don't try too hard to be different, try not to follow trends that much.

Be in the know but careful not to fall under the fashion victim category. You don't have to have every single trendy item.

Keep it simple! and invest in a timeless piece.

Be yourself and go with what best fits your persona and body type.