Reader Struggle: “I found it difficult to know what to wear once I left the workforce and became a Mom. I knew suits weren’t going to be appropriate but I didn’t really know what was and ended up in jeans and sweatshirts which I admit was comfortable but was a bad habit. Now the kids…
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Struggling to Find Clothes in Your Color Palette? Here’s What to Do Have you ever felt like the universe is conspiring against your wardrobe? You know your colours, and you’ve done the work, but somehow, after countless hours of shopping both in-store and online, you still can’t find anything that fits the bill. If this…
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In This Video 0.13 How do I look more put together without looking uptight? How to Put Together Outfits Is There a Process for Putting Stylish Outfits Together? How to Put Together Outfits with Confidence How to Take the Extra Step to Complete and Upgrade Your Outfits 3.07 How can I quickly add style to…
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Reader question: “Now the problem I have is I am just 5 feet and with very petite delicate features I have been told that I’m ultra petite by a good friend, so the clothes I’m drawn to can look as if they’re drowning me. The other thing is that I’m now 64 but again have…
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Unleashing Your Inner Style Maven As women age, our relationship with style can evolve. While some embrace their newfound confidence and sartorial freedom, others may find themselves feeling lost or unsure of how to express themselves through their wardrobe. Do you feel that you’re stuck in a style rut and are not sure how to…
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In This Video 0.10 I struggle with Coordinating different pieces and getting new pieces to work well with others. I tend to buy all the bold statement pieces and end up with a big mix of those instead of being able to build outfits effectively. How to Mix and Match How to Combine Clothes and…
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Struggling with colour coordination? You’re not alone – here’s a question I received from a lovely reader: “My biggest challenge is selecting solid colours that work well together. Something– the shade, brightness or intensity–causes too many of my solids to not work well together. It doesn’t help that I live in the Ozarks and am…
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Do you love the laid-back vibe of relaxed clothing but want to elevate your style? You’re not alone! Many of us appreciate the comfort and ease of casual attire, but we also want to feel confident and stylish. In this post, we’ll explore tips on how to achieve a relaxed yet refined look. Here’s the…
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Time constraints can make it challenging to curate and coordinate outfits that work well together. If you’re looking for strategies to streamline your outfit coordination despite a busy schedule and recent wardrobe changes, here are some actionable tips to help you efficiently put together outfits that work for your current lifestyle and body shape 1.…
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Iris Van Herpen is a Dutch fashion designer whose stunning garments have been worn by Beyonce, Bjork, Cate Blanchett, Lady Gaga, JLo and Tilda Swinton (to name a few). The Queensland Gallery of Modern Art is currently holding an exhibition of 130 garments and accessories of her work and is a must-see exhibition. …
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In This Video 0.10 My biggest challenge right now is finding clothes that fit right, are flattering, and that I can afford. My size makes me want to hide my figure, but I can’t help but think that there has to be clothes out there that would look decent if I just knew how…
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Colour trends are constantly on the move, just as fashion trends are too. There are some colours that stay around for longer or are almost always available, such as a version of red, or grey and of course black and white, others come and go at a faster speed. Neutrals (along with red) do tend…
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Today we are diving into a question that resonates with many woman: how to style outfits that make you feel confident, especially when you have specific areas you’d like to camouflage, like a set of curvy hips. One of my readers wrote to me looking for ways to feel confident and stylish while navigating the…
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Do You Want a Timeless Wardrobe? A wardrobe that lasts, that you can wear for many years, is a wonderful thing. It’s good for not only your bank balance (as you’re not jumping on every new trend) and it’s also good for the planet, as you’re not buying lots of clothes that you don’t end…
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It’s a classic! The word classic is used a lot when related to fashion and style, yet there are two distinct meanings of it, and they are often either conflated or confused. So let’s define Classic in its two distinct ways: Classic Style – Personality Dressing Style The Classic personality style is one of the…
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In This Video 0.10 My biggest challenge would be: finding clothes in my color palette (I have summer-complexion with white hair). I’m in Chicago area and probably been to every store in region, as well as shopped online. Yet after 1-1/2 years of shopping I still have no tops, skirts or pants in my…
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Do You Feel the Need to Dress to Fit-In? A client I was working with shared the following with me, she felt dissatisfied with her style, particularly when she dressed to “fit-in” or “blend-in” with the style of those who lived around her, which was a more casual relaxed and slightly classic style than her…
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It was 16 years ago I that wrote my first blog post here on Inside Out Style. When I started I wanted to share the wisdom that I’d learned from my work as an image consultant and my experiences with clients as I wanted to share the science and art of colour and style that…
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Reader Question: “How to choose neutrals other than black, even though it doesn’t suit my personality and I find it harsh I tend to go there all the time. I find it hard to find greys that go together as there are so many different shades. What are some of the smart solutions for combining…
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Today, we’re addressing a common concern: how to elevate your classic style without veering into plain Jane territory. If you’ve found yourself feeling like your classic wardrobe is a bit too bland or uninspired, let’s explore how you can add pizzazz and personality to your outfits while staying true to your core style. Do you…
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In This Video 0.08 My biggest challenge is selecting solid colors that work well together. Something– the shade or hue or chroma or brightness or intensity–causes too many of my solids to not work well together. It doesn’t help that I live in the Ozarks and am 100 miles from any clothing store so…
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