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Body Shape Bible: Understanding How to Dress I Shape Bodies

Body ShapesBy Imogen LamportJune 11, 20158 Comments

As I discussed here when I explained how lines work, body shape tells us: Where to put the verticals Where to put the horizontals to balance, broaden or highlight Where to place detail Where to keep boring/dull/plain/no detail That’s it!  So let’s look at the I Shape (it’s owners would describe their shape as “boyish” or straight…

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Stylish Thoughts – Style Cassentials

Stylish ThoughtsBy Imogen LamportJune 9, 2015Leave a comment

Today I’m really excited to be sharing the stylish thoughts of Illinois (USA) based blogger Cassie of Style Cassentials   What is the secret to great style? I think the secret to great style is staying true to your own identity and preferences and focusing on fit. No matter what you’re wearing, the right fit…

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Why Structure is Important When Dressing Plus Size Figures

Drape, texture and sheen, FabricBy Imogen LamportJune 8, 20152 Comments

by Catherine Scholze Flattering a curvy frame requires a combination of structured garments that support the shape of the body and good fitting lines that provide the correct amount of space for the curvy areas of the body. The structure of a garment refers to its ability to give the body a certain shape, and…

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Tips for Going Grey and other Weekend Reading

Beauty, hair, weekend readingBy Imogen LamportJune 6, 20155 Comments

After my topic of finding flattering colours when you have warm skin and grey hair I thought I’d find some more reading on the topic of grey. Cindy shares her tips on how to go grey successfully. Lauren shares her tips on dealing with the emotional aspect of going grey And Sue shares her tips on packing…

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How to Smarten up Your Gym Wear

outfits, Reader questions, WardrobeBy Imogen LamportJune 5, 20152 Comments

Hi Imogen, I wondered if you can give me some tips for smartening up leisure/gym wear. I often go to a yoga class or swimming straight from dropping kids at school and then go grocery shopping on way home. I don’t want to fall back into the tracky pants and polar fleece routine this winter.…

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Choosing Colours When You Have Grey Hair But a Warm Skin Undertone

Colour, hair, Wearing ColourBy Imogen LamportJune 4, 201536 Comments

As many people go grey their skin cools down along with their hair colour, but not everyone has cool grey hair and cool skin. Some people’s skin remains warm even though their hair has cooled and greyed, and if they choose not to colour it, find that it can look a little odd if they…

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Body Shape Bible: Understanding How to Dress V Shape Bodies

UncategorizedBy Imogen LamportJune 3, 20153 Comments

As I discussed here when I explained how lines work, body shape tells us: Where to put the verticals Where to put the horizontals to balance, broaden or highlight Where to place detail Where to keep boring/dull/plain/no detail That’s it!  So let’s look at the V Shape (commonly called the Inverted Triangle or Cone shape)   Let’s…

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Stylish Thoughts – Messages on a Napkin

Stylish ThoughtsBy Imogen LamportJune 2, 2015Leave a comment

  Today’s Stylish Thoughts come from Chicago based blogger Marlen of  Messages on a Napkin What is the secret to great style? Not being scared to experiment and to research! If you think you can’t pull off a trend, find a way to incorporate it into your style and make it work. For example, let’s…

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how dress the classic woman for casual occassions

How to Be Contemporary and Casual in Classic Clothing Styles

Personal Style, WardrobeBy Imogen LamportJune 1, 20153 Comments

If you are a more classic personality type, how do you translate this more simple and structured garments into casual outfits.  Classic clothing is made for the office, it says professional and organised, but often you can feel that casual clothing is the hardest for you to wear as it feels too sloppy for you.…

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Dealing with Summer Clothing When You Like to Remain Covered

Reader questions, WardrobeBy Imogen LamportMay 29, 20158 Comments

I am from Berlin, Germany and have a style question that may be a bit surprising to most of your readers. Though I have already learnt many many things from reading your smart and very precise posts there are still some outfit issues that truly upset me, year after year. Or maybe I just want…

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How To Combine Patterned Tops with Scarves

outfits, prints and patterns, Reader questionsBy Imogen LamportMay 28, 20152 Comments

Hi Imogen I love your articles and especially enjoyed the article ‘what to wear when you’re retired’, it was so helpful. Have you got any styling tips to match either a striped t shirt or animal print t shirt with a scarf? I don’t seem to be able to get it right. Thanks Libby Here…

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Body Shape Bible: Understanding How to Dress 8 Shape Bodies

Body ShapesBy Imogen LamportMay 27, 201525 Comments

As I discussed here when I explained how lines work, body shape tells us: Where to put the verticals Where to put the horizontals to balance, broaden or highlight Where to place detail Where to keep boring/dull/plain/no detail That’s it!  So let’s look at the 8 Shape (commonly called the hourglass shape).   Putting this information into…

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Stylish Thoughts – Accidental Icon

Stylish ThoughtsBy Imogen LamportMay 26, 20152 Comments

I’m really excited to be able to introduce you to New York City based blogger Lyn who is The Accidental Icon Do you have a signature piece or style? My signature style and color is black and white. I have been experimenting lately with a very small dot of blue. A monochrome look is reflected…

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How to Get More Accurate Mammography Results

Sponsored Posts, WellbeingBy Imogen LamportMay 25, 20151 Comment

Sponsored by Nuffnang and Genius 3D Mammography As many of you are aware last year I had breast reduction surgery.  As part of my pre-operative check-ups, I had to have a mammogram. When they did my mammogram they found a small lump that needed further testing before they would do the surgery (fortunately nothing serious,…

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Champagne (Clothing) Taste on a Beer Budget and other Weekend Reading

weekend readingBy Imogen LamportMay 23, 20151 Comment

Got expensive taste but want to look great? Plus a fascinating article on minimalist dressing and all important proportions Have you thought about downsizing your wardrobe or having a minimalist wardrobe?  There are lots of blogs about it but I found this post an interesting read on the topic Angie shares her thoughts on how…

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The Fashion Trend Item That Works for Every Woman

fashion trends, WardrobeBy Imogen LamportMay 22, 201514 Comments

What is this?  A garment that suits everyone?  Well it’s true.  I think I’ve found it and it’s the kimono duster. Recently I’ve seen a plethora of kimono style or duster style jackets in stores.  I think they are a brilliant item for your wardrobe as they are easy to wear for every body shape,…

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3 Reasons Your Wardrobe is a Kitchen

WardrobeBy Imogen LamportMay 21, 20155 Comments

OK, you think I’m crazy with that title, but I want you to treat your wardrobe like you treat the kitchen and its contents. No I don’t want you to start cooking in it or storing the bread, but I want you to think about how you use a kitchen and what you keep in…

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Body Shape Bible: Understanding How to Dress H Shape Bodies

Body ShapesBy Imogen LamportMay 20, 201516 Comments

  As I discussed here when I explained how lines work, body shape tells us: Where to put the verticals Where to put the horizontals to balance, broaden or highlight Where to place detail Where to keep boring/dull/plain/no detail That’s it!  So let’s look at the H Shape (commonly called the rectangular or brick shape)   Let’s look…

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Stylish Thoughts – My Small Wardrobe

Stylish ThoughtsBy Imogen LamportMay 19, 20152 Comments

  Today I’m excited to introduce you to North Carolina (USA) based blogger Carelia of  My Small Wardrobe as she shares her Stylish Thoughts What is the secret to great style? Be true to yourself. Regardless of your style, wear it with confidence.   What is the one thing you would spend a lot of money…

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Your Essential Skirt Length and Shoe Selection Guide

Reader questions, Accessories, style tipsBy Imogen LamportMay 18, 20157 Comments

Hi Imogen, I love your blog–you have the best style advice I’ve seen. I’m trying to make sense of all the different variables and would love your advice on combining them. I am an H shape with medium contrast (I’d be low contrast but my eyebrows/eyelashes are darker than anything else), short waist, long legs.…

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How to Choose Pants That Are Not Jeans or Dress Pants

outfits, Reader questions, WardrobeBy Imogen LamportMay 15, 20154 Comments

Love your blog, it is my go-to place for understanding fashion and how to look my best! I was wondering if you would consider doing a post on pants (trousers, not underpants). I live in Colorado where everyone is SO casual that I have a very distorted perspective of what is considered appropriate everywhere else.…

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