Why You Packed a Hat and Never Wore It (And What To Do Differently Next Trip) A reader recently wrote to me with a confession I suspect a lot of you share. She’d packed a hat for her trip, a good one, chosen specifically for sun protection. It came home unworn. Why? Because nobody else…
You do not need a wardrobe full of shoes to create stylish, cohesive outfits. In fact, having too many options often makes getting dressed harder, not easier. What matters far more is choosing the right shoes that work across multiple outfits and occasions. When you understand how to match your shoes to your outfit using…
In This Video 0:08 If you could grant one wish, I wish you could find clothes to fit my shape or magically make 50lbs disappear. I hate shopping for clothes because nothing fits… I sew, luckily, so I have to alter everything: take up sleeves & shoulders and lengths on tops & pants. It’s…
Jewellery is the icing on your sartorial cake. Accessories can elevate an outfit with ease, which is why I wanted to share two great videos on the 2026 jewellery trends. Now, if you’re like me and don’t throw out jewellery when it’s out of fashion, you’re in luck, as there are many trends that have…
Having an organised wardrobe makes getting dressed easier and faster. It helps you create more outfits from what you own (shopping your wardrobe) as it lets you see what you have more clearly and easily. It’s not just the clothes that need to be organised and stored, it’s also your accessories too – from jewellery…
It’s absolutely possible to revisit playful trends as a wise woman without looking like you’re clinging to your twenties (or teens). In fact, embracing elements of fun in your outfits – whether that’s a touch of whimsy, a nostalgic accessory, or a pop of bold colour – can be an expression of confidence, not immaturity.…
You don’t need a brand-new wardrobe to look and feel more polished. You don’t even need to spend a fortune. In fact, learning to elevate your outfit is less about labels and more about intention. Style polish comes from the little things, the subtle shifts that create a big impact. When you feel elevated in…
Have you ever put on a casual outfit and felt…well, invisible? Like you’ve gone from “put together professional” to “I gave up today”? You’re not alone. A lovely reader recently shared this exact frustration with me: “When I wear casual clothes, I look like I’m not trying. I want to look more put together.” It’s…
In This Video 0:08 I struggle with smart casual dressing and I want to have more confidence and feel good. 5:18 I find prints tricky, I’m not sure about finding my preferred shapes and colours when current trends don’t reflect them. My daughter says I should just wear solid colours and neutrals, but I…
Accessories are the magic wands of your wardrobe. If you’ve ever wondered how to use accessories along with fabric choices to change the tone of your outfit, you’re in the right place. The right styling swaps can take an outfit from casual to elegant, edgy to polished, or playful to professional—without buying an entirely new…
Metallics are often associated with evening wear and special occasions, but with the right styling, you can incorporate these shimmering accents into your daytime more casual wardrobe without looking over the top. The key to wearing metallics during the day is all about balance. When done well, metallics can add a touch of elegance and…
Accessories are the icing on your sartorial cake. They can easily elevate your outfit, give interest and detail, and show off your unique personality. This is why I love them so much. Handbags are an accessory that you are more likely to have fewer of in your wardrobe and tend to use the same one…
I hear you when you say that picking shoes to wear with your outfits can be tricky—especially when you just want to keep your feet warm and comfy in the cooler months! Here’s a guide to help you select the best shoes based on your outfit, body proportions, and comfort needs. 1. Level of Refinement…
Do you still have to follow the fashion rules of matching shoes to handbags and also shoes to your belt? When deciding on the colour for accessories like shoes, bags and belts, what are some of the different strategies you can take to make your outfit harmonious and still express your personal style? To…
Reader Question: I really like discovering my style. But shoes?? I like pumps but need something comfortable. I’m short with short legs so all the boot styles don’t work for me? Tips on Choosing Shoes for Short Legs Watch the Video Now Discovering Your Signature Style: A Guide to Choosing the Perfect Shoes for Your…
In my 7 Steps to Style online program, I do a monthly Q&A session on Zoom to answer members’ questions. This month one of the questions I received was how to wear a column of colour when you don’t always want to wear a third piece (jacket, cardigan, additional layer) because you live in a…
How Organised is Your Wardrobe? There are lots of different ways to organise your wardrobe and there is no one right way. But there are a few tips I’m going to share with you here and some examples of one well-organised wardrobe that may inspire you as the seasons change and you do a wardrobe…
Elevate Your Look with Informed Jewellery Decisions Learn why there’s no right or wrong choice in jewellery; it’s about what you love and how it resonates with you. In this interview with Carol Karl, the final in our current series (if you want more let us know in the comments and tell us what you’d…
The next in Carol Karl and my series on choosing jewellery is all about getting your contrast right. Contrast is a hot topic in my online style program 7 Steps to Style – as it’s the key to how you take a generic colour swatch and then choose colours in a way that work for…
Have you ever thought about which are you knockout colours? The ones that make your eyes pop and skin glow? These are your best colours and ones you want to build your wardrobe around, and are also fantastic in your jewellery too. Carol Karl and I discuss more about choosing colours and why black isn’t…
Carol Karl and I talk jewellery again in this video, all about selecting jewellery to harmonise with your body shape and features. Body Shape and Jewellery Choices What body shape tells us, where to put horizontal lines and vertical lines, what the silhouette should be ideally. You can find out more about the impact…
