Can You Be Feminine and Low-Maintenance? Yes—Here’s How

A reader recently asked me a great question: “I love feminine and romantic styles of clothes, but I’m really low-maintenance. How can I incorporate these together when I feel like they’re opposites?”   This is such a common concern, especially for women who are reconnecting with their style later in life. There’s a belief that…

Smart casual - collared shirt with denim skirt and flats

Smart Casual Decoded: How to Dress with Confidence (Even When the Dress Code Is Vague)

Smart casual. Two little words that somehow manage to cause a whole lot of confusion. If you’re like Rebecca—a woman who’s intelligent, accomplished, and completely baffled by what “smart casual” actually means—you’re not alone. This is one of the most common style struggles I hear from my clients. And it’s no wonder. The term is…

choosing prints and patterns

How To Choose Prints That Flatter You – Not Just What’s Trending

Have you ever found yourself standing in front of a rack of bold prints, wondering, “Is this me? Or am I just being swayed by what’s in right now?” If so, you’re not alone—and you’re certainly not wrong to ask. One of our style community, recently shared this honest dilemma: “I find prints tricky. I’m…

fun and comfortable outfits

How to Find Clothes That Feel Both Fun and Comfortable (Without Sacrificing One for the Other)

Do you ever find yourself standing in your wardrobe, wondering, Why does it feel like I have to choose between looking fun and feeling comfortable? If you’re nodding, you’re not alone—and it’s not your fault. For decades, women have been taught to prioritise either appearance or practicality. We’ve internalised the idea that style and comfort…

It's easy to coordinate outfits when you know your colours and style

How to Get Dressed in Under 15 Minutes (and Actually Feel Good in Your Clothes)

Let’s be honest: getting dressed shouldn’t feel like a battle—and yet, for so many of us, it does. Especially when your wardrobe feels chaotic, your body has changed, and you’re short on time (and patience). The good news? Style doesn’t have to be hard. In fact, with the right knowledge and systems, it can become…

Bold prints command attention

Your Colour and Style Questions Answered on Video: 141

In This Video   0:08 I struggle with smart casual dressing and I want to have more confidence and feel good. 5:18 I find prints tricky, I’m not sure about finding my preferred shapes and colours when current trends don’t reflect them. My daughter says I should just wear solid colours and neutrals, but I…

How to Style a Chambray Shirt so it's elegant and feminine

How to Style a Chambray Shirt in a Feminine Elegant Way

I was recently asked by one of my 7 Steps to Style program members to give some tips on how to style a chambray shirt in a more feminine, elegant way.  Chambray shirts have long been a wardrobe staple—soft, breathable, and that perfect shade of relaxed blue. But let’s be honest: while they’re incredibly versatile,…

Your Colour and Style Questions Answered 139 with Imogen Lamport award winning image consultant

Your Colour and Style Questions Answered: 139

In This Video 0.07 My challenge is finding the right colours for my summer wardrobe when they aren’t current fashions 2.34 How do I incorporate my essence by John Kitchener into my style relating to my 8 shape body? When I do personality quizzes I get more Classic than what I got with Kitchener which…

How to Choose a Flattering Low Maintenance Hair Colour

Have you ever considered changing your hair colour but hesitated because you feared high maintenance, costly salon visits, or ending up with a shade that just doesn’t suit you? Choosing a flattering hair colour doesn’t have to be complicated—especially when you use your personal colour palette as a guide.     Start with Your Colour…