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"CELEBRITIES TAKE ON THE MINI-DRESS TREND"

The mini-dress has certainly hit runways worldwide in a big way this year, meaning it's sure to continue to be a hit with socialites and celebrities alike for some time to come. Whether worn with glamour on the red carpet; floaty and light for summer days; or in heavier fabrics with tights (the jumper-dress trend remains strong for Autumn), there's only one real requirement: to wear it with confidence and class.

"SPRING 2007 TRENDS: The Minidress"

Girls with sky-scraper legs the world over can sigh with relief: the minidress is back, and with it a chance to show off those pins. It seems that every fabric, colour, cut and style of minidress has made at least one appearance for the Spring 2007 shows, with hemlines creeping up and up - some barely-there - for the warmer weather.

"CELEBRITY TREND: Denim Mini-Shorts"

Denim short-shorts or hotpants are a definite summer trend - versatile and adaptable, they can be dressed up or down depending upon the occasion. As seen on a multitude of fashionistas and celebrities...

"SHOES AND SMALL ACCESSORIES"
Women and girls are craving not only for bags, but also for other status driven accessory items. Most have not taken to following the fad of some celebrities who have exchanged their brains for the ultimate bimbo accessory, the undersized miniature dog. Others teeter on their Jimmy Choos or Manolos designer shoes, which are far more desirable accessories and unlikely to ruin an oversized designer handbag. Accessories now include what I think of as techellery - the latest wearable technology. Even top hairstylist designer haircuts, brand name hair extensions, bleached teeth, cosmetic injections and breast and buttock implants, are now considered merely a different kind of personal accessory.

The average mere mortal might simply choose from the latest style of belts, shoes, sandals, sunglasses, scarves, watches or jewellery in an effort to upgrade their look. Fortunately, the high street retailer is hot on the heels of any celebrity 'must have' as information is disseminated so quickly these days.

Make no mistake how important accessories have become. They can be the ultimate one off status symbol without buying into fashion racing of garments, which can be hit more easily by climate fluctuations. Some accessories like a flower corsage or charm filled kilt pin are very inexpensive, but provide an instant update. You don't even have to wear corsages or scarves in the

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