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The Snow is Gone. Time to Play.

Top 5 things to do this week:

1. National Hugging Day: Give a Hug 2. The Quiet Shop/Silence Room 3. Tim Walker/Manet: Portraying Life 4. Barre at the Bar 5. Django Unchained/Les Miserables

It’s no surprise that you’ve probably spent much of your planned-to-be-ambitious weekend snowed in and sipping several hot cups of coco whilst curled up under blankets. The weekend’s usual tendency to win the race came to a halt, as like the rabbit, its wildly thought adventures failed. We’ve hit the January blues, that space of time between Christmas and Valentine’s, known to be the most miserable of all. But we’ve come to the rescue with some remedies to wipe away that frown, and surely turn it upside down.

Strip away that physical contact fear, and trigger those smile muscles, as National Hugging Day (January 21st) comes into play. Be prepared for a stampede of glittery hugging people or be part of it yourself. But if your hugging willingness exceeds your reluctance then Hugless Douglas can be found at various locations in London.

We understand at the end of the day you may not fancy being flustered with a bunch of pouncing sparkly people. So, we suggest you try out The Quiet Shop and Silence Room at Selfridges - a previous concept delivered by Harry Gordon Selfridge in 1909. The world is becoming a noisier place, so let’s get some Headspace. The snow may have been pretty at first, but now it can’t help but feel a tad daunting. Could there be the need for visual stimulation again? If so, it’s worth taking advantage of the last few days of Tim Walker’s exhibition at the Somerset House. Alternatively, take a few strokes towards Impressionism, with Manet’s ‘Portraying Life’ series at the Royal Academy. On the other hand, London has succumbed to leveraging its state of difference. Step out of your comfort zone, as Kensal Green’s Paradise pub offers ‘A Class and a Glass’ a.k.a. Barre at the Bar. Of course, the idea of dancing and gulping down a glass is nothing new, but the thought of the refined ballet twiddling in this concoction can only swing a grin of amusement across one’s face.

Last but not least, if you’re looking to become more culturally fluent without the effort, end your week with a trip to the cinema. The fuss over Les Miserables and Django Unchained could not be mistaken.   

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Time to Invest

It’s been an intense month for our credit cards recently, and perhaps it’s time to send our bank accounts to spending bootcamp. But before you do, we’ve found a way to keep your wardrobe up to trend for the next few months, and possibly year. That’s right, our stylist, Charlotte Kewley, has picked her top investment pieces for you. Here’s a taster of some of her favourite picks. For more, just check your boutique, or take your personal style quiz at Style Nibble. 1. Floral Trousers, ASOS, £27 2. Silk Shirt, Net-a-Porter, £267 3. Point Court Shoes, ASOS, £85 4. Trilby Hat, Warehouse, £12 5. Bowling Bag, Net-a-Porter, £715 6. Ring, Marc Jacobs, £42

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January Sales

The time of the year we’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived. What better way to spend the month than filling our wardrobes up endlessly with the latest fashion for half of what we normally spend. This week, I have indulged in this occasion and picked the creme de la creme of fashion bargains for you. 

Below are a few of my favourite picks. Visit your personal boutique for more or just take your personal style quiz at Style Nibble. 

1. Checked Jumper, Reiss, £60

2. Zip Front Jeans, Oasis, £22

3. Tote Bag, Reiss, £177

4. Platform Pumps, Forever 21, £14.99

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Steal Frankie Sandford's Look

Despite trying to avoid being noticed as she made her way to Atlanta for her new reality show, Frankie couldn’t resist getting snapped up as she paraded around in this stylish outfit. She kept it simple with skinny jeans and a t-shirt, but nicely added some character with her grey fedora and wedge boots. She couldn’t give off a more cosy look with that trench coat.

Check out the look I’ve prepared at high street prices at Style Nibble. Chloe x

1. Opium t-shirt, All Saints, £22.50

2. Trench Coat, Dorothy Perkins, £48

3. Skinny jeans, Dorothy Perkins, £15

4. Wedge boots, Topshop, £70

5. Floppy brim fedora, MyTheresa, £145

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Steal Cher Lloyd's Look

19 year old Cher was spotted taking time out of her busy schedule to attend the Billboard Women in Music Awards in NYC. Before appearing on stage to perform a cover of Katy Perry's single 'E.P.' she made an appearance in front of the cameras as stylish and groomed as ever. You couldn't miss her with those bright red jeans and the height those lace-up boots gave her. Nonetheless, she managed to pull off that rock look of hers by adding a biker jacket and skull covered scarf. 

To get this look at prices that won't make you cry, I've put the outfit together for you at high street prices. All the items are on Style Nibble - don't forget to sign up for a wonderful weekend of shopping and style advice! Chloe x 

1. Biker Jacket, Mango, £64.99

2. Shoestring Vest, New Look, £2.49

3. Red Skinny Jeans, Jane Norman, £25

4. Lace-up Boots, Ralph Lauren, £200

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Rent a Designer Dress for the Christmas Party!

As a treat for a Friday we have asked Anna Bance, the founder of Girl Meets Dress to pick her top dress choices. We’ve been admirers of Girl Meets Dress for a long time now - we only wish that we’d had the idea. If you haven’t heard of it already the site allows you to rent designer dresses at a fraction of the retail cost, in fact dresses start from as little as £29 and include brands such as Alexander McQueen, Temperley, Dina Bar El, Alice and Olivia and Herve Leger. I would never in a million years have thought I could be wearing a Marchesa Notte dress to the office Christmas party! We love the fact that you can order more than one dress to try on different sizes, PLUS Girl Meets Dress takes care of the returns (pre-paid label included) and even the dry cleaning.

Log into your Style Nibble boutique to see the selection of dresses that Anna has picked for you. We also have a fab competition - the best photo of a Style Nibble user wearing their GMD dress will have the rental fee refunded! Simply email a photo of yourself in your GMD dress to thegirls@girlmeetsdress.com to enter.

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Steal Cheryl Cole's Look

Cheryl Cole is leathered up in a provocative black outfit as she impresses Tre Holloway on their date. She wears a simple vest top with her little black skirt and finishes it off with a pair of studded black heel boots. Check out the look I’ve made at high street prices. Find out more at Style Nibble. Chloe x

1. Tank Top, Net-a-Porter, £50

2. Faux Leather Pencil Skirt, Oasis, £38.40

3. Studded Lace-Up Boots, Tabitha Simmons, £878

4. Clutch, Coast, £44

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Christmas Celebrations

Christmas is close and there’s no escaping the colours this season, even if black is your thing. If you’re planning some Christmas shopping be prepared to rock the street in this outfit I have prepared for you. Shine your way through the season with some studded leather boots and tartan shorts. Don’t forget to keep yourself nice and cosy by throwing a cardigan or leather jacket on top , as well as a knitted beanie. A little bit of glam never hurts, so why not throw in a beaded necklace too? Have a look at some more of the seasonal favourites I’ve picked out in this week’s boutique, including all my personal styling advice. If you haven’t already join Style Nibble for all this - it’s free too. Chloe x 1. Sequin Cardy, Miss Selfridge, £45 2. Tartan Shorts, Topshop, £32 3. Biker Boot, Dune, £125 4. Cross Stitch Hat, Topshop, £14 5. Necklace, Monsoon, £25

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Win a gorgeous Maison Thomas Clutch worth £340

We're delighted to announce that next week we have this amazing clutch to give away to one lucky Style Nibble user - the perfect way to finish off your Christmas party look! To do to be in with a chance of winning all you have to do is sign up to Style Nibble to get personalised fashion advice and your own stylist - all for free. If you've already signed up then you're automatically entered into the competition. To see if you have won simply go to Style Nibble next Tuesday, view your new boutique and if you find the clutch in your boutique you've won it! 

The prize has been kindly given to us from our friends at Vestiaire Collective, the designer fashion resale site, selling a hand-picked selection of luxury labels. Everything on Vestiare Collective is checked by experts to guarantee quality and authenticity, so you can buy brands such as Chanel and Louis Vuitton safe in the knowledge you aren't getting a fake.

Why not let your friends know too, if they win it can be your Christmas present to them!

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Party Season Special

My favourite time of year, with Christmas round the corner it’s time to celebrate with friends, family and of course the office Xmas party. This week in the boutique I have picked the best pieces to take you effortlessly through the party season. Embellishment and leather dresses is a key style to be wearing teamed with ankle boots and add that finishing touch with a statement necklace and oversized clutch bag. Sign up to Style Nibble to see this week’s full selection.

1. Embellished Clutch - £30 -Dorothy Perkins

2. Zip Detail Dress - £60 - Urban Outfitters

3. Leather Panel Dress - £120 - Asos

4. Harlequin Dress - £59.99 - Dorothy Perkins

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Heidi rolls out rock at the EMAs 

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Rock pulling off cute

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Leather forever 

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Silver smoke

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Hard to pick 

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Rocking it 

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Knitwear Special

This winter is all about key knitwear pieces to keep you stylishly warm. Chunky knitwear and layering pieces were huge on the catwalks.  Layer up chunky knitwear with leather, play around with colours and textures and add a pair of knitted leggings to complete your look. The high street is full of great pieces to add to your wardrobe. To see all my top picks this week and personal styling advice sign up to Style Nibble, it’s free! Chloe x

1. Feather Stripe Jumper, Topshop, £85

2. Knit Hat, Urban Outfitters, £16

3. Knitted Mini Skirt, Net-A-Porter, £155

4. Fingerless Gloves, Burberry, £125