I am the best version of me I recently received this fun tee from Future Poet and it set me thinking about how this is such an important message for us all to take on board. As the saying goes “be you, because everyone else is taken” and this applies to your personal style as…
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The neckline of your top is important as it really can frame your face. When it’s in harmony the outfit will work so much more, than when it’s in discord with your features. So how to choose a neckline and which are the most flattering necklines for your body and face? Here is my guide…
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Do you have some jewellery, necklaces or earrings you don’t wear because the colour is wrong (or there is something else about it you don’t love)? Frequently presents of jewellery are lovely, but just not quite right. Most commonly the colour is off, and if it’s in a palette that clashes with the rest of…
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How do you know if your outfit needs a necklace or not? The first place to look is at the neckline of your top as it will give you the answer to this question. 1. Your Top Is Densely Patterned Does your top have a dense pattern, one that has little ‘negative space’ and is…
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I’m truly delighted to be sharing the Stylish Thoughts of Liz Klebba, an image and colour consulting graduate of my Academy of Professional Image and truly stylish woman who loves helping others discover and express their style with her personal styling business Closet Play Image. Based in Augusta, Georgia, USA you can find her sharing…
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What’s the Right Style of Foundation for You? There are lots of different kinds of makeup foundations to choose from these days. Liquids, creams, powder, to name three. Each has its own advantages and when deciding what to wear, you may want to consider what kind of coverage you’re after. Watch the video below for…
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By Bernadette Lis Thinking about overdying your clothes to make them into a more flattering colour for you? It’s such a great way of bringing new life into clothing, and even masking stains you may have gotten on a favourite item. As we get lots of overdying questions, I’ve asked Ms MakeItOver Bernadette to answer…
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I’m delighted to be sharing the Stylish Thoughts of Dayle who Instagrams at Artful City Style. Based in Manhattan, New York she shares her unique take on style regularly with her followers. Photos taken by Denton Taylor What is the secret to great style? Style is all about personal expression. As opposed to fashion, which…
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How to choose the right eyeshadow colour to enhance your eyes – the ideal colours make your eyes pop and look brighter, and their colour more intense. In this video, you’ll discover my tips on finding the most flattering eyeshadow colours for your eyes and see my warm and cool eyeshadow palettes that I use…
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I’m delighted to be introducing you to Shellie Bowdoin blogger of The Fabulous Journey. Based in Manilla, the Philippines Shellie is sharing her Stylish Thoughts here. What is the secret to great style? One of my favorite “fortune cookie” sayings is, “Know Thyself.” I believe the secret to great style is knowing what works…
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Pencil, crayon, powder, felt tip liner? What kind of product do you use to enhance your eyebrows? Why You May Need Eyebrow Makeup Eyebrows are such an important part of your ability to express emotion and convey expression. A raised eyebrow A frown A look of surprise All these are conveyed with your brows. Look…
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I’ve just spent 4 days at the AICI Global Conference in Chicago along with 300 other image professionals from around the globe. It’s a time for learning and growing and connecting with others in my industry, many who have become friends over the years. These women and men have become my AICI family. When you…
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I’m delighted to welcome from the Midwest of the USA, Julia who writes the blog When the Girl’s Rule and shares her Stylish Thoughts with you today and I particularly love her body positive messages. You can also find her on Instagram and Youtube. What is the secret to great style? So, to me, style…
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What makeup do you regularly apply and use? For some women the answer is none! For others, it spans the gamut of available makeup products. I was asked to share my makeup essentials. I wear makeup every day, a foundation (either a liquid or a mineral powder, depending on how “made up” I want to…
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What makeup do you regularly apply and use? For some women the answer is none! For others, it spans the gamut of available makeup products. I was asked to share my makeup essentials. I wear makeup every day, a foundation (either a liquid or a mineral powder, depending on how “made up” I want to…
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I’ve been asked to talk about choosing makeup, and selecting the right colours is such an important part of this. So I’ve made a video to show you some tips on selecting the right colours for you so that the makeup enhances your natural beauty. Choosing The Right Makeup Colours What you’ll find if you’re…
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From London in the UK comes Rebecca Ffrancon, a graduate of the Academy Professional Image and Image and Colour Consultant who shares her tips on building a more stylish and colourful wardrobe on her blog and Instagram. 1. What is the secret to great style? I think it’s all about understanding the huge role your…
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Shopping for clothes is often a fraught experience for many women. It can be so hard to go shopping and actually find the clothes you want, the clothes that fit, the clothes in colours you love and that flatter you, and the clothes that express your personality. It’s a big ask really when you think…
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In interior decorating, there is a concept of the 60/30/10 rule – that is percentages of different colours to use in a decorating scheme. 60% + 30% + 10 % proportion formula is considered to be a timeless decorating rule that can be used to mix different colours in a balanced way in a room.…
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Do you want to make your outfits more creative or dramatic, or a combination of both? Blake Lively has what I’d describe as a Creative/Dramatic style (a touch of Relaxed, Feminine and Elegant Chic thrown in too). What does she wear and how does she put her style together? Let’s break it down so you…
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Many of my long term readers and clients have met or virtually met my dog Cleo over the years. She sits next to me in the banner on this blog and spent her days in my office nudging me every few hours, knocking my hand off the keyboard requesting attention (and frequently a treat from…
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