How ordered or organised is your wardrobe? I’ve just come back from spending a few hours inside a lovely client’s wardrobe and it’s interesting to see just how differently wardrobes can be organised physically, as in how they are laid out (how much hanging vs how many drawers/shelves etc) and also how we put our…
DetailsThe lovely Karen asked me to write a post about Collar Flipping, Cuff Rolling and Shirt Tying – so here are my thoughts. To Flip or Not to Flip – that is the question! Collar flipping (that is standing up the collar of your shirt), can make your neck look longer (provided that the…
DetailsThe divine La Belette Rouge has awarded me the coveted “I love your blog” award at the recent Ermine Awards, because she loves my blog! In tradition, I must pass on: 1. Work that Wardrobe – cos dang it’s hard to not buy anything new for a year –…
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Work that Wardrobe has sent out a challenge, to create 5 days worth of outfits, from only 10 items – and that includes accessories – so her is my answer to her challenge. There are still a couple of other outfit options left to try too. I probably wouldn’t really want to wear this all…
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What are your essential wardrobe staples? My list would be dependent on your climate, lifestyle and of course preferences in what you like to wear. Great jeans – ideally at least one pair in a solid dark wash as they are the easiest to dress up or down Great pair of dark neutral dress pants in a…
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Have you ever thought about the impact that just a pair of shoes has on your outfit? When paired with a simple jean, shoes can take you from running an errand, to running a meeting. From stepping out to dance, to stepping out at the beach. If you imagine each of these shoes paired with…
DetailsIf you are more petite in the bust region, and would rather it was a little curvier, here are a few tips on how to make your small bust look fuller. Look for curved lines – as they say “round adds pounds” so if you want to make something bigger, put some curved lines…
DetailsSo you have a big bust – did you know that one of the easiest ways to make it appear smaller is to wear a large necklace? Why is this so? Well it’s all about scale – and if your bust is larger in scale, if you put something big next to it, attention…
DetailsThe O or apple shape is the least common. To be an O shape your mid section needs to be wider than hips and shoulders. It tends to appear in the post-menopausal woman, when oestroegen is no longer produced in the same quantitites, and many women thicken around their waists. An O is most likely…
DetailsI was given this mem by the lovely La Belette Rouge, who writes the most entertaining blog. She does not love her town of L.A. but I do love mine. The rules are as follows: 1. Link back to the meme creator: Caz 2. Link to the person who tagged you: La Belette Rouge 3.…
DetailsThis book is aimed at the over 45 woman, but really it’s for any woman, especially the over 30 who no longer feels the need to wear the latest fad whether it suits her or not. I’d have to say that this is one of the better image books on the market, it’s easy to…
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So we’ve looked at all the physical aspects of fabric, but now lets take a look at your personality and how that may affect your choice of fabrics. Classic If you would describe your style as of the Classic variety, you will chose plain fabrics, or maybe a discreet pinstripe at most. You will like…
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Another element of fabric is the pattern or print. How to choose one that works for you? One of the main influencers on which patterns we may choose is based on our personality, which I won’t get into on this post. But what I will go into here is how to choose a physically flattering…
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Along with texture and drape, another element of fabric is the sheen. Some fabrics are matte – they don’t reflect light and appear to absorb light – these fabrics are the most SLIMMING fabrics as they don’t draw attention to your body. Which Fabric to Choose – Matte – Sheen – Shine Matte fabrics work…
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What is Fabric Drape? Which kinds of fabrics should you look for? Why is this question even important? Doesn’t it just matter that the style suits your body shape? Sadly the answer is that you need to take into consideration both the drape of the fabric and the style – this is why people will…
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Textured fabrics can be anything from lace to cable knits, devore velvet to quilted fabrics.What is best to do is match your level of texture, in your hair and skin, to texture in fabrics. Tips on Choosing Textures So someone with straight smooth hair and fine smooth skin will look best in flat or fabrics…
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Reader’s question: “How to get the best fabric mixes when shopping for durability and comfort” There are a number of elements to fabric – texture, drape, sheen, pattern, dimension – and all need to be taken into consideration when being chosen for a garment. I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again – it’s…
DetailsYour wardrobe is a form of self-expression and allows you to be creative every day. It should reflect your personality, say something about who you are as a person and your values. If you choose to believe that ‘clothes are not important’ you are losing out – both creatively and also in taking charge of…
DetailsSo the conference is over for another year, we all had a great time. I got to meet other lovely image consultants from all over Australia and New Zealand, chat and talk shop (cos it’s not like my husband is interested in talking about what facial features you really need to go for a pixie…
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Busting the Black Myth In fashion magazine after fashion magazine you will read that essential in every woman’s wardrobe is a pair of black trousers and a Little Black Dress because both these garments are the most flattering and slimming you can find. They are of course aren’t they? I’m here to bust the…
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This is the shape of models, very slim, which many would call boyish. Here are some ways to flatter your I shape body 1.For many, you may wish to add some curve to your body, to make it look more feminine. To do this, think about adding detail where the feminine normally curves – so…
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