Legs One of the great body parts – they move us around and we should appreciate them. They may be longer or shorter proportionally and so it’s good to know what yours are so you can make better decisions regarding lengths of skirts and dresses. Want to know how to make your legs look longer?…
DetailsToday’s Stylish Thoughts come from Michelle Farrar-Eagles of the Fashion Playground. Michelle is an image consultant and blogger who is based in Sydney Australia. What is the secret to great style? 1. Dress for yourself, no one else. 2.Invest in a couple of hours with a Personal Stylist or Image Consultant whose style you admire.…
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I’m not sure if this is the place to ask, but I have a question. My style is and has always classic, (think Jackie or Audrey-esque) but I’m struggling with feeling like it’s boring. I am longing for a very stylish vibe while maintaining a classy and timeless style overall. Do you have any suggestions?…
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This was an extraordinarily helpful post! What is your take on incorporating seasonal colors? For example, I am a light summer color, so pastels and the such look good on me. While there are plenty of them to be had in the summer, it’s harder to wear pastels in the fall/winter as clothes and moods…
DetailsToday I’m delighted to share the Stylish Thoughts of the divine Lady Smaggle who is a Melbourne based blogger on lifestyle matters. What is the secret to great style? Only ever wear clothes that you feel comfortable in. Hitching at your pants or sitting at a weird angle in a binding dress is never stylish.…
DetailsAfter 885 posts and around 400 polyvore sets, over 3.6 million page views and thousands of comments I’m belatedly celebrating my 4th blog birthday and just wanted to say to all my lovely readers just how grateful I am to you all for reading and commenting and supporting me. I always love to hear from…
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Do you have some input on occasionally wearing colors that maybe aren’t the very best, but that you still love and want to include in your wardrobe? And I mean, like a blouse or sweater, not just an accessory or something you wear far away from your face. I have reddish hair and my coloring…
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This video of 13 different ways to tie a pashmina or long rectangular style scarf whether winter or summer weight can help you add a little interest to your outfit. Want more ideas on scarf tying? Check out my ebook The Finishing Touch: perfecting the art of accessorizing.
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People don’t notice your flaws until you point them out. I learned this from a friend, many years ago at University. She had heaps of friends and appeared very attractive. One day I asked her what her secret was and she told me that she never ever points out what she perceives to be a…
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Notice how in the photos above that Denise Richards looks washed out (so she’s gone and got a serious spray tan, then packed on the makeup with a trowel) in the silver dressed, and that if you do the blink test (shut your eyes, then open them and notice what you see first), that the…
DetailsI’ve brought you the Stylish Thoughts of lots of other bloggers, but never shared mine, so I thought that this week I’d give you a taste of my personal style. What is the secret to great style? Knowing who you are, owning that, and expressing it through your clothes. Good grooming. Grooming is the first…
DetailsWhen my 10-year-old son wrote a speech titled A Fair Go, our discussion about fairness led to some tough but important conversations. From gender pay gaps to racism, he was shocked to learn that equality isn’t yet a given for everyone. Fairness and equality are important to him, and as someone who has grown up…
DetailsOne of the most common issues with fit that I see in wardrobes is that the length of jacket and coat sleeves are not right. Ideally for a long sleeve, it should end at just below the wrist. If the sleeve is too long and starts engulfing the hand and makes the whole jacket look…
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Parisian chic is loved by many and I have been asked how to have this French chic style if you haven’t got the slim Parisian body. According to the book Parisian Chic: A Style Guide by Ines de la Fressange where she shares lots of tips and I do love her Fashion Faux Pas when you’re over…
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Diamond face shapes have a narrower more pointed chin, and hairline. Hairstyles that Work for a Diamond Face Shape A fringe/bangs really work well with this face shape. It can either be blunt cut, or more wispy or side swept. Layers around the chin also work well to soften your jawline and if your chin…
DetailsI was called up by a journalist on 7 News, one of the local TV stations in Melbourne on Tuesday and asked to comment on one of our local high street fashion retailers increasing their clothing sizing to a size 16. Given that according to CHOICE the average Australian woman is a size 16 (Australian),…
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Today I’m talking knickers, well, not just knickers, but all foundation garments. Like building a house, if the foundations aren’t solid, the house won’t be stable, your underwear has a huge effect on your overall look and how great you will look. Let’s start from the top! Bras Studies show that around 70% of women…
DetailsToday I want to reintroduce you to Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types – who is a reformed shopaholic, but who I asked to write me a post after a recent experience that I think some of you may understand all too well. I was a compulsive over shopper for years. And for much of…
DetailsLooking stylish when pregnant can feel like hard work. You don’t want to buy a huge maternity wardrobe. But a few essentials plus accessories can really get you through your pregnancy. A great pair of maternity jeans are worth investing in. You can pair them with jersey tops, then throw over a cardigan (doesn’t have…
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What are your defining facial features that when replicated create the harmony that makes you look fabulous? Watch this short video on how to find your defining facial features and then you will be able to choose the most flattering necklines and know which toe shape on shoes really work for you. Read more about…
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Jackets are one of the most useful and versatile garments you may have in your wardrobe. A more formal jacket will make any outfit more formal or professional by adding a collar. A casual jacket can dress down more formal attire. One of the easiest ways to make your jeans outfit more dressy is by…
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