Dress Colour Choose a shoe that relates to one of the colours in the dress, maxi’s are best with sandals rather than heavy shoes as they have a poolside glam feel about them which equates with summer footwear. Alternatively, a metallic shoe is an easy option as is a nude/skintone shoe colour if you don’t…
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This ‘pretend’ ad was made for the Australian ABC TV show about advertising called Gruen. Each week the show challenges ad agencies to make an ad to sell the most difficult things. I think that this ad to make wrinkles sexy is one of the best I’ve seen and has a great message for all…
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An inspiring blend of sophisticated luxury, authentic Indian heritage and contemporary style – Taj Dubai is a world-class destination. Experience great Indian hospitality at the shores of modern Arabia. This Dubai experience was provided by Dubai Tourism and Nuffnang. The Taj Dubai hotel is in the Dubai Downtown area with views over the Burj Khalifa…
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Please enjoy the Stylish Thoughts of central coast of Florida USA based blogger Patti of Not Dead Yet Style. What is the secret to great style? There’s no secret, is there? Some women do love to spend time on their wardrobes, and read and study, and shop – and some women seem to have style…
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Iwas recently asked by a reader for tips on wearing brooches so here they are: 11 Ways to Style Brooches 1. Wear it up high on your lapel or shoulder. Often when we put on a brooch we do so from the angle of looking down (kind of how our head and neck works really)…
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As many of you will be aware, I’m the owner of a gorgeous if a little crazy whippet called Cleo. She features in the blog header and if you ever come to visit me (or have a consultation) you will likely meet her as she rather likes to spend her time with me! When I…
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Leather look leggings are a great staple for your wardrobe whether you’re under or over 40. They create a more edgy look and a dressier feel than a plain knit legging. You can find them with a plain front, or with some pattern like these, which I thinks makes for a more interesting garment. How…
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An inspiring blend of sophisticated luxury, authentic Indian heritage and contemporary style – Taj Dubai is a world-class destination. Experience great Indian hospitality at the shores of modern Arabia. This post is thanks toDubai Tourism and Nuffnang One way to see all of Dubai and its surrounds is via the sky. I have been…
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The other morning I was in the bathroom removing my old toenail polish in preparation for a new colour when my daughter came to ask me what colour I was choosing to wear. When travelling you want maximum mileage from your colour so I was in a small quandry as to which colour to choose.…
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We all have favourite garments in our wardrobe, and the problem with favourites is that often we hold onto them for too long. We love them, we don’t want to see them leave our lives, and so we ignore obvious signs that they have done their duty, served their purpose and we have gotten the…
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An inspiring blend of sophisticated luxury, authentic Indian heritage and contemporary style – Taj Dubai is a world-class destination. Experience great Indian hospitality at the shores of modern Arabia. I consider myself to be incredibly blessed. I have a gorgeous husband, fabulous kids, and I make my living pursing my passion for fashion and…
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Yesterday I was having a conversation with a woman who mentioned that she finds, due to a medical issue that distorts her body shape, it incredibly difficult to find a pair of trousers that fits when she’s out shopping. What she didn’t realise, is that I think 80% of women or possibly more find if…
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I’m delighted to be sharing the Stylish Thoughts of Samantha from Scotland who writes the blog Fake Fabulous What is the secret of great style? Great style is simple. Be true to yourself. Don’t dress to make others happy, or to fit in. Do your own thing and make yourself happy. If you believe a…
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Recent purchase of a blue and white Leona Edmiston dress, great for my H shape body as it doesn’t highlight my lack of waist or create a muffin top, now there is a win! I like the unusual sleeve detail which I can say lets some breeze in on a hot summer day! Very comfortable,…
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What are the patterns in your wardrobe? What do you have lots of? What do you have little of? Spending some time looking inside your wardrobe and noticing the patterns can really help you define your style, what you do and don’t love, what does and doesn’t work for your body shape. Discover my 3…
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One of my go-to garments is the shrug cardigan. This short cardigan style is great in summer as it provides shoulder coverage and some upper arm concealing over sleeveless or spaghetti straps, or in cooler times may be a set of long sleeves, but without disturbing the rest of the outfit too much. The curved…
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Today I’m delighted to be sharing the Stylish Thoughts of Alabama US based blogger C.A. Marks of Moxie Beautiful What are your top tips for looking stylish when traveling? Just because you are traveling, doesn’t mean you have to look like you’re traveling. My top tips for looking stylish when traveling is to keep it…
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Brooklyn Bridge Take the train to Court St Station, get out and walk up to the park, cross it then down the street (you can see the Manhattan Bridge in the skyline, that’s the direction to head), you will pass under a bridge, keep an eye out on your left for a set of stairs…
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We are always quick to believe any criticism aimed at us, yet many find a compliment unbelievable. I’ve written before about how hard it is for many to take a compliment graciously, but considering that today is World Kindness Day I thought that I’d encourage you all to be generous with compliments today and be…
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Getting dressed – how do you do that? Well let’s think of that more like meal planning! I’m sure that many of you plan your meals for the week so that when you go to the store you know what ingredients you need to buy to make those meals, and it really can take a…
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I received this reader question in my email: Where do you find all those lovely matching shoes in such a comfortable style. Every outfit perfectly co-ordinated. Where do you find the time to care for your kids, make dinner, clean house, have time with your spouse and kids and look so good. I would love…
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