Fabulous Fashionistas – Style Documentary
A fabulous documentary on style and fashion – showing it’s not just for the young! It’s now available for viewing here.
S is for Style
What is style? Most of the people I see want to have style and look stylish – yet they will all dress differently. Style is not about a particular look, but the way you put together your clothing and accessories that suits your unique personality. Style is the best expression of you. Click To Tweet…
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5 Ways to Be Comfortable in Style
Polar fleece – love it or hate it? It’s one of those fabrics that is super comfortable and warm, but lacks style in a big way. It’s a level 3 fabric that could be classed as appropriate for Outdoor Leisure activities such as going for a walk in the winter, watching football, heading to the…
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Hoodies, here’s a topic close to the heart of my 11 year old son. He loves them, and they are appropriate for him to be wearing, but how about when you’re 50. Are hoodies something that should be gracing your wardrobe? OK, now this is just my opinion, and you are welcome to have your…
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The past 2 weeks have been school holidays here in Melbourne. I decided it was long overdue to take some time off and take my kids away on holiday. Over the 2 weeks we drove over 5000kms, our first stop was Canberra where my parents live. While we were there we went to Floriade (an…
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R is for Rings
How Do You Express Your Personality with Your Rings? Whatever you wear, no matter how smaller or seemingly insignificant it may be, is an opportunity to express your personality and personal style. What do your hands and how you bejewel them say about your personality? Classic: Real gems, never too large, in traditional settings. Understated.…
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Hi Imogen. Thank you for a really good blog – especially the body shapes have been a great help for me (a tall X). I am 39 and appear in media now and then. I struggle a bit too keep the look modern. I like to shop – but … how does one keep up…
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How Does Your Body Language Influence Your Life
Image is more than just what you wear. It’s all about the ABCs – Appearance, Behavior, Communication. Body language is just one of those elements, but according to research is incredibly important in how we are perceived and even how we think and behave. Find out more in this really interesting TED talk.
How Good is Your Eyesight?
Sponsored by Nuffnang Eyes are the Window to Your Soul – And Sure Help You in Your Daily Life Too Vision is something that is mighty important to me. It would be impossible for me to do my job as an image and colour consultant if I didn’t have good vision. From looking at an…
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Stylish Thoughts – Lee Lee’s Valise – Big Brooklyn Style
Today my stylish thoughts contributor is Carroll Gardens Brooklyn, New York based Plus size designer Lisa Dolan of Lee Lee’s Valise and star of the Foxtel TV show Big Brooklyn Style What is the secret to great style? The secret is mixing classic looks that flatter your body with a dash of runway glamour! Bold prints…
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Recently I wrote a post on what to wear under cardigans, which has led onto one of my readers asking what to wear under a jacket – as some things just don’t look right. It’s easy to wear a button up shirt or blouse under a jacket, but when it’s cold you may want…
DetailsStylish Thoughts – Bridgette Raes
I’m excited to be introducing Bridgette Raes of Bridgette Raes Style Group as my Stylish Thoughts contributor today. Bridgette is based in Brooklyn New York, writes a style blog and is also the author of Style Rx: Dressing the Body You Have to Create the Body You Want What is the secret to great…
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Q is for Fashion Quotes
I love a good quote, and here are some of my favourite fashion quotes. Do you worry about being looked at or noticed? Even if your personality is one that likes to blend-in (there are some that prefer to stand out and others that like to fit-in – you can find out which you are…
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Psychology of Colour – Red
Red has a physiological effect on us. It stimulates and raises blood pressure. It’s warm overtone makes it the most noticeable colour which is why it’s used to alert us – stop signs and traffic lights are two such examples. Because of its stimulating effect it makes time to appear to go faster. It’s the…
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P is for Pants
Pants – that’s trousers for you UK folk, not underpants, are a staple in most wardrobes. They are, the hardest garment for most women to fit. Really, I find that I can spend hours trying to help a client find a pair that fits well. The most common fit issues are around the depth…
DetailsHow to Accessorize Your Casual Tops
Hi Imogen, I have an accessories question. I have several peasant/grandpa tops that I’m an absolute nut for, but I never quite know what accessories to wear with them. They are definitely on the relaxed side, & I tend to live in them with jeans in spring & summer, so I like to use different…
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Finding Shoes for Orthotics That Are Stylish
After my post on what to wear in the corporate world, which requires a more refined shoe, I was asked my advice on appropriate shoes for the business environment that are still a high enough level of refinement to suit. Many of my clients have problems with their feet and wear orthotics. It can be…
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I wondered if you could expand on layering tops and what works together. I’m thinking of what goes over scoop necks,v necks, and square neck tops or Tshirts. Thanks Whether it’s a jacket or a cardigan that goes over your top or t-shirt you want to work with the neckline of your cardigan to find…
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I’ve just been reading the latest issue of In Style magazine which has got me all het up. In the makeup feature, they list the latest fashion colours: Orange Fuchsia Violet Emerald And then proceed to tell you that everyone can wear them. Sadly, this is not true. For a naturally enhanced look, your makeup…
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What to Wear in the Corporate World
As part of my job as an image consultant, I work with businesses to help their staff understand what is appropriate to wear to work, and why. Often it’s the why that people have forgotten, particularly with the casualisation of dress codes. The result is often sloppy or too relaxed and casual. So what should…
DetailsWho are Your Style Favourite Bloggers?
What I want to know today is who are your favorite Style Bloggers? It’s always interesting to read something new, and I’d love to know what you love to read apart from me. Please share your favorite blogs in the comments!
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