Reader Question – I have a back issue that means I can’t wear heels. I work in a corporate job and I feel that wearing ballet flats doesn’t look as polished as heels. Do you have any suggestions? The expectation that women wear high heels to work, or anywhere for that matter, seems like an…
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Cindy Hattersley of Ageless Style recently interviewed me for her blog (along with La Contessa who also features on my Stylish Thoughts series). In the interview, we talked about style and aging and going grey amongst other things! Go check it out now!
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In This Video 0.08 How do I look smart when I just want to wear comfy knits? 1.39 I have a long body and short legs – how can I look in proportion without wearing heels? 3.25 How do I organise my closet with clothes that reflect me, at the moment it’s all over the…
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Reader Question: My biggest challenge is that my pants don’t quite fit properly. The size that fits best are just a tad small in the waist but the next size up is way too big all over. I like an outfit but I put on but then my midsection catches my eyes and it’s discouraging.…
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In This Video 0.08 In a video you said that you look at the details of jewelry to avoid buying “cheap”. What specific things do you avoid? What specific things do you want? 3.03 I want to incorporate my darker greens into my wardrobe but am having trouble working out the best neutral to go…
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The Serene Palette in the Absolute Colour System of 18 different colour directions is Smoky, Light and Cool. It commonly works for people who used to be a “winter” with very dark hair, who are now greying but their hair is still more light than dark, or Summers (blonde/dark blonde) who have gone grey, though…
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Reader Question – I’m a low colour contrast, high-value contrast creative type who adores print. How do I choose a print with these concepts in mind? I’m keen on blue and white prints. Identifying Monochromatic Prints A common misconception is that monochromatic patterns and prints are black and white (and sometimes greys). But it actually…
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In This Video 0.08 IIt’s my understanding that people gain weight during covid. I used to pants. Now I tend to only wear elastic pants, skirt, top and dress. How to avoid looking frumpy? 5.18 My new challenge is focussing more on how to evolve my style. I am happy with my style but keen…
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“Could you talk about negative space? In fabrics and accessories? What is it about a person that harmonizes with negative space? Is this a yin quality? It seems ethereal, like I’m asking to talk about what isn’t there.” What is negative space anyway? Is it good or bad? Who should or shouldn’t wear it? I…
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In This Video 0.08 I never know my personal style, I feel overwhelmed with all the pictures I see on social media and what clothes I like and then when I end up buying clothes they either don’t look right on me or I don’t feel good or confident in them, that’s one of the…
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The Spicy Palette in the Absolute Colour System of 18 different colour directions is Toasted, Light and Warm. It is related to both the Spring and Autumn palettes in the seasonal colour system. It’s a similar intensity (brightness) to Autumn and softer than Spring. Medium-light to light hair, but neither very bright or muted in…
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In This Video 0.08 I am 5’9’, medium brown hair, bright blue eyes, and rosy skin. I’ve assessed myself as medium value contrast and as a neutral plus two colors. I’m more comfortable in classic clothes and I’m not comfortable with scarves and necklaces when I’m busy during the day. My question is about the…
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Reader Question – Can you help me see the whole picture instead of paying too much attention to the details in my outfits? Whether you have good attention to detail or whether you can see the big picture easily and clearly is generally part of your personality. Some of us think in detail and we…
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Next blogger featured this Tuesday is Huntersville, North Carolina based blogger who writes Elegantly Dressed and Stylish. “I named it after my condition, as an acronym, to see how far I’ve come. I have Ehlers- Danlos Syndrome, a chronic muscle condition.” What is the secret to great style? The secret to great style for me,…
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In This Video 0.10 I have warm mid-dark “autumn” coloring and a medium contrast level. I’m realizing many of the summer clothes I currently own are cool toned (lots of black, stark white and cool blues), and they clash with the few warm toned summer pieces I do have. There don’t seem to a lot…
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The Sublime Palette in the Absolute Colour System of 18 different colour directions is Soft, Light and Cool. It commonly works for people who would be categorised as Summers in the seasonal colour system. Medium-light to light hair, but neither very bright or muted in their colouring, just some softness. Sublime patterns and value contrasts…
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Today’s Stylish Thoughts come from Central Pennsylvania based blogger Eugenia of The Age of Grace. What is the secret to great style? “Style is something each of us already has; all we need to do is find it.” Diane von Furstenberg I believe this quote by Diane von Furstenberg speaks to what is the secret…
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In This Video 0.08 I want to look smart and elegant, I love coloured shoes. But also comfy ones (in addition, I have problems with my toes, so there is no option in which I wear pointy shoes or stilletos.). But still – barefoot shoes, or the comfortable ones are often like for people 80+.…
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Watertown, New York based blogger Shelbee shares her Stylish Thoughts this week. Shelbee writes Shelbee on the Edge. What is the secret to great style? I think the secret to great style is finding pieces that make you feel beautiful and happy. If your clothing makes you happy, you will always be smiling and a…
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The Exotic Palette in the Absolute Colour System of 18 different colour directions is Toasted, Dark and Warm. It commonly works for people who would be categorised as Autumns in the seasonal colour system. Darker hair, warm skin, but neither very bright or muted in their colouring. Exotic patterns and value contrasts they work best…
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In This Video 0.01 I Struggle to find Pants, and skirts, for a size 12-14 body type, with what seems to be a mix of “X”, “H”, and “pear shape” characteristics. The widest part of my body is indeed the upper thigh, Finding skirts that don’t cling to the thighs/hips too much, but aren’t in…
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