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They are unlikely to take the place of a sharp pair of heels for most fashionistas but clogs are making a comeback. Fashion leader Chanel put them on the catwalk, and other European labels have followed suit, so expect to see more of them as we head into spring. They’re definitely for daywear and will look good with denim or slouchy shorts.

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Step into the latest sports shoes and the exercise begins before you get to the gym. Reebok’s Easytone shoes are designed to work leg muscles as you walk. The shoes have balance pods built in under the heel and front section which creates instability. Muscles have to work at adapting with each step, which promotes toning.

Reebok Easytone, The Sports Boutique

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One of winter’s key fashion accessories – a scarf – is not just for the girls. Last winter guys were snapping them up just as quickly with the result that many menswear collections have expanded their offerings for this winter. Choose from textured knits in soft brown shades or striped and checked designs in blues, greys and browns.

Country Road scarfs - honeycomb, $89.95; check, $59.95

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Colour is a key accessory for winter. Liven up layers of black and grey fashion with purple shoes or a red handbag and scarf.

Zu heels ($120), Westfield Marion

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Applying sunscreen should be a daily ritual but the texture and smell deters many of us. Adelaide Matters beauty columnist Dale Dorning says cosmetics brands have been working on improving the formula and the latest offerings are strong enough to protect skin from the sun but subtle enough to wear under makeup. Among his favourites is To Save Face SPF 30+ Hydrating Facial Sunscreen ($45) at Mecca Cosmetica.

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With metallic finishes in fashion, makeup artist Dale Dorning says shimmering hues of grey, gold and mauve are the latest options for nails. Make the most of the shine while you can. The next big look will play with texture – matt colours and even suede-finish polishes are on their way for winter.

Pictured: OPI polish in My Private Jet ($19.95)

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Good Italian food is plentiful in Adelaide. The Table at Stirling is one of the latest modern Italian restaurants to open its doors with an Italo-inspired menu featuring risotto with king prawns, asparagus and fresh tomato or individually-baked eggplant and lentil lasagna with Toscana sauce and goats cheese. Try The Table’s spin on amatriciana linguine with slow-cooked pork belly and chilli in their own napolitana sauce.

The Table, 120 Mt Barker Rd, Stirling. www.thetable.on.net

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With fashion borrowing heavily from the ‘80s, the bodysuit is back in shops. Many girls are finding a good compromise is to invest in a one-piece swimsuit, which can be worn to the beach but then teamed with shorts for casual wear. And the shorts of the season are definitely denim.

Nobody denim shorts ($139.95), 2 Chillies swimsuit ($59.95), from Shine on Sea

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Hemlines are on the rise for summer and so are heels. The latest shoes feature sky-high heels with platform soles and come in a variety of bold colours but look most fashionable in nude and metallic shades.

Diavolina “pax” shoes ($150), Wild Child, Norwood

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Kickstart your spring beauty regime with a new hairstyle. Collect magazine clippings and surf the net to find styles that appeal and then talk to your stylist about the looks that best suit your face shape.

Pictured style by Deborah Napper at Salon Minque

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Lots of bright colour is a strong look for spring/summer and blue is emerging as an early favourite showing up on everything from sunnies to sandals. For those who don’t want to wear top-to-toe colour, a splash of blue will work well with black and white.

Left: Ray-Ban sunglasses (Sunglass Hut), Inglot cosmetics, Nine West heels, all from Rundle Mall
 

Animal print

Something with animal print is an essential in the summer wardrobe. Choose an accessory, such as shoes or a belt, with some animal print and you will be able to wear it with just about everything. Animal prints look great against black, white, denim and even red.
 

Get the fit

Fit and fashionable girls are usually quick to snap up the latest styles from active wear label Lorna Jane. The brand’s colourful singlets ($34.95) with fun and motivational sayings have a loyal following. For those who want to join the action, The Sports Boutique, in City Cross, has a new range arriving this month.