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11/12/2015

Wardrobe staples: Clothing you need

Whether you enjoy adding layers for a Lagenlook style or simply need something for everyday, all women know that there are a few staple pieces that you need in your wardrobe to create outfits for all occasions. At idaretobe, we’re going to go through some of these fundamental pieces you need to help you look great in any season, whatever the trends at the time may be. Although these are a start, you can build up on them, and even layer them. The black jacket It can be a blazer,... Read More

13/11/2015
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Exclusive insight into the world of fashion designer Yiannis Karitsiotis

It’s no secret that Yiannis Karitsiotis ranks sky high amongst our favourite designers at idaretobe. Clean contemporary shapes combine with incredible fabrics and a distinct Mediterranean flavour. With our exclusive Yiannis Karitsiotis AW2015 flash collection flying off the rails we decided to take some time out to chat to the man behind the name about his life, his inspirations and his enviable Mediterranean lifestyle. Yiannis, we’d like to get to know you better! We’d love to know what inspired you to become a fashion designer and what you drives your... Read More

25/10/2015

Papucei & Mat Fashion: Insights into these bold brands

At idaretobe, we’re known for our commitment to providing clothing for all women, especially those who want something personalised to themselves. In this blog, we will be focusing on two brands that we feel encapsulate what we want to provide perfectly; Mat Fashion and Papucei. Read on for further insights into these brands, otherwise visit their pages and see what they have to offer! Mat Fashion If you want to welcome the ‘rock-chic’ style into your look, then Mat Fashion are what you need. Equipped with a range of metal-inspired... Read More

01/10/2015

Brand glimpse: A look at Yiannis Karitsiotis

If you are looking for a designer that offers something to wear for all occasions, whether you’re going to work or to a party, then Yiannis Karitsiotis is definitely for you. This month at idaretobe, we’re focusing on the wonderful brand that is Yiannis Karitsiotis and highlighting the reasons why their designs are of such a high-quality. Firstly, we’ll start with a bit of background from the designer. Designer Yiannis Karitsiotis began his journey into fashion at the Bradford Art College in England. Greece-born, Karitsiotis studied Fashion Textile Design while... Read More

29/09/2015
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Our favourite day or night dress

A sleeveless silk version of this dress was first introduced to us by the wonderful Hebbeding. Followed on by Boris who created the dress in  jersey it proved extremely popular with all idaretobe customers. Request galore came in for a coloured version with sleeves and not to disappoint our wonderful customers we spent many weeks sourcing a high quality mid weight jersey worthy of our name, not an easy feat I tell you. After months of sampling tweaking, twirling about in the dress all the girls agreed we were happy... Read More

19/08/2015
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New Arrivals

We are so excited what a fantabulous collection Alembika has produced for the winter season 2015 and we persuaded our Lauren to model most of it for us….have to say she looks rather fabulous! Here she is in a small selection available online now with more funky styles to follow

17/08/2015

Brand Glance: A look at Join Clothes garments

At idaretobe, we are keen to give women with fuller figures an array of choices when it comes to fashion. This is because, simply put, size does not hinder style! Our collection of new arrivals features a range of clothing from plus size brand Join Clothes – let’s explore more about this brand…   Specialising in designing sleek, expertly tailored garments which exude classic styles with an innovative, futuristic twist, Join Clothes offers the plus size fashionista with options for both daywear and evening wear. At idaretobe, we simply love... Read More

14/08/2015

The Cube Tunic – a wardrobe staple

We are delighted to bring you another exclusive design from idaretobe… the cube tunic modelled here by our lovely Lauren.  Available in red, steel grey and signature black a winter wardrobe staple. Fabulously flattering and suitable for a range of sizes from 14 -26 we absolutely love it.

10/08/2015

Size doesn’t affect style: Be bold and beautiful

Whilst for those of us blessed with confidence wearing bold clothes is not a challenge, for those who struggle with confidence, low self esteem can result in a limited choice when it comes to fashion. But as more and more plus size models and bloggers shoot into the limelight, there is a flourishing outlook within the fashion industry that a woman’s size should not affect her fashion options. Notably, plus size blogger Callie Thorpe has inspired body confidence, accruing a mass following in the process as her blog From the... Read More

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Rundholz & Yiannis Karitsiosis

Still lots more Rundholz to come in yet, beautiful oversized pieces along with some more fitted styles. We are loving this fabulous unstructured gilet shown below, take a closer look https://www.idaretobe.com/knitwear-c8/rundholz-black-label-black-speckled-lambswool-knit-vest-p3627Further stock arrivals from Yiannis Karitsiotis. After a phenomenal response, we have literally just received our fourth re-order of the bestselling styles. Be sure not to miss out. Shop the collection here: https://www.idaretobe.com/yiannis-karitsiotis-m34