Colour analysis and personal colour analysis systems are a topic that many find fascinating and I get lots of questions about everything colour related. In fact, I spent a year in the development of my Absolute Colour System of 18 tonal colour directions back in 2009, as I’d been doing colour analysis for some…
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Reader Question: I’m am at a weird place in life where I get to ‘start over’ with my wardrobe after kids and losing almost everything due to black mold exposure. I am trying to have a plan for how to start on a wardrobe that better reflects the real ‘me’ to the world. I am…
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Reader Question: I’m starting a new position at work where I’ll need to follow a more formal dress code. The men will almost always wear a blazer, sometimes a full suit. The problem is: I’m a sweaty Betty, regardless of temperature or activity level… Even disregarding the sweat marks, blazers and dresses that are dry…
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Maybe there’s a better way… How to find the right balance of practical clothing that work from general household chores to running to the shops. Reader Question – How do I find the right balance of clothing for my varied life? From home cleaning and yard maintenance to going out to the shops. I like…
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Do you ever find yourself staring at your closet full of clothes and feeling like you’ve got absolutely nothing to wear? During those dark times, it might seem like the only logical course of action is to go shopping but shopping is frequently the last thing you should do. The very fact that you just…
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Recently a reader asked me if “Is it perceived as more friendly and open to blend in with others and be more toned down or to go ahead and be more unique and not from here?” This is an interesting question as there is no one right answer and really does come down to you…
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If vanity is a sin then is caring about your style shallow? I don’t believe so (at all) and wanted to share with you some of my thoughts on why I believe this and I’ve got some research to back my beliefs up! Watch the Video Do You Want to Feel More Confident and Improve…
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Reader Question: “I struggle with aligning how I feel inside with what my external image is meant to convey. It makes me doubt many of my intuitive wardrobe decisions! Help” If you sometimes feel this way too, here is a simple process to follow to help you figure out what the disconnect may…
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Reader question -I find skirts swivel around so I avoid them but maybe you have a tip or two. In this video, I share 3 ways on how to stop your skirts from twisting. Skirt swiveling can happen for several reasons… Does the skirt sit on your natural waist or on your hips. If a…
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Have you watched the Netflix series, Inventing Anna? It’s the story of Anna Sorokin/Delvey who steals hundreds of thousands of dollars from a variety of people and institutions before getting caught. Watching this series you really can see just how Anna used her image, the clothes she wore, her hair and accessories as tools…
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Reader question – I like comfortable clothes so tend to put on jeans or jeggings and a plain V-neck sweater but really I want to feel more feminine. Sometimes you just want to be warm and comfortable so you throw on jeans and a sweater. After a while, this can make you feel bland and…
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Reader Question – I’m an o-shape and I find that jeans just never stay up or if I belt them really tight, they hurt. I find it impossible – any tips? All of us have different shapes, sizes and styles so finding the perfect pair of jeans can be a massive task with an overwhelming number…
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Reader Question: I have light colouring so light colours work best. So what should you do when you’re overweight and feel that light colours make you look larger. Black is the most slimming colour, isn’t it? Retailers sell lots of black because it’s easy as they’ll tell you “black goes with everything” (it doesn’t, it’s…
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Do you have a hunch at the top of your back? It’s known also as a dowager’s hump, hunchback and the medical term is kyphosis. It can come from poor posture over time (staring too much at your phone and slumped at your desk) and also as a spinal condition such as Scheuermann’s kyphosis. …
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My daughter and her friends were chatting with they were saying low rise jeans were coming back into fashion. They were adamant that they were never going to wear lower rise jeans. When I was their age, back in the 80s, high-rise jeans were the trend. I could never imagine wearing low-rise jeans. To my…
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Reader Issue: My biggest challenge is creating a cohesive style when my wardrobe is made up of extremes: very boring and very outrageous, very feminine and very androgynous, too youthful and too ageing, and I hate shopping too! There are many answers to this question, and I did follow up with the reader about…
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The Impact of Your Image on Your Success I don’t love discussing politics or politicians and it’s not something that you may expect to see on a style blog, but as people in the public eye and when there is a general election around the corner in Australia, there is often media speculation and discussion…
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Relaxed Outerwear – Blanket Coats, Ponchos, Ruanas When it comes to layering up, ponchos and ruanas are an ideal choice. They are an alternative to jackets and coats. They’re lightweight enough to work as a cover-up and cozy enough for the cooler weather. So what is the difference between a poncho, blanket wrap, cape and…
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Reader Question – I live on a farm and my lifestyle has always needed comfortable and practical clothing. I am 70 and recently retired. I still want my clothes to be comfortable and practical but want to wear pretty and smart things as well. My personal style quiz results say that Relaxed is the best…
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Do you have a signature scent or perfume? One that you’re known for by those close to you? How did you choose that scent? Was it the shape of the bottle? The smell? The promise of the advertising? The name of the perfume? The Power of Scent When you think of your personal style (which…
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Reader Question – I have a 44 double D bust and I’m about 172 centimeters tall. I’ve tended to hide my bust in loose flowing clothes and I recently tried a figure flattering dress. I was amazed as I did look busty but in proportion. Why is this this? balanced body proportions Oversized Clothes Don’t Make…
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