“A rut is a grave with the ends kicked out.” Vance Havner Let’s be honest: a style rut isn’t just about clothes. It’s about identity, confidence, and self-perception. If your wardrobe feels stuck, tired, or out of sync with the woman you are today, you’re not alone. But the good news? You can get unstuck.…
Dressing to create an illusion around the shape of your body, is something we tend to think as a modern invention, yet even the Victorians were partial to using clothing to create illusions about their body shape to create the ideal shape of the day (an hourglass with a small waist). I found this Instagram…
In This Video 0:08 when I wear casual clothes I look like I’m not trying – I want to look more put together 3:28 I need to revamp my style post double mastectomy. So my body has completely changed shape. I’m also 63 and moving into a new season of my life and need to…
Have you ever stood in front of your wardrobe trying to figure out what to wear, and you hear it whispering to you, “you’re fat… you’re frumpy… you’re so unstylish”? We need to talk about wardrobe manipulation. Yes, that sneaky way your closet quietly undermines your confidence and decision-making. The kind where you’re five minutes from…
We often think of fashion as something superficial—merely about what we wear. But what if we saw it as a dynamic tool for lifelong learning? Your style isn’t just a reflection of who you are today; it’s an ongoing lesson in self-expression, confidence, and evolution. Every outfit is a small experiment, an opportunity to refine…
Life is full of changes, and our bodies are no exception. Whether it’s due to menopause, weight fluctuations, medication, or other life events, you may find that what once made you feel fabulous no longer works. If you’re struggling with how to rediscover your style after a body change and regain your style confidence, don’t…
A reader recently wrote to me and asked: “How do I look good when I’m overweight? I am menopausal and find jackets difficult to wear with long cardigans underneath, as I live in the Arctic.” First, it’s important to recognize that being overweight is not a body shape. There are many different body shapes, and…
In This Video 0.08 The biggest style issue I have is layering in winter. I live in an area that has extremes in temperature with hot, dry summers. Winters are cold and dry. Summer dressing is easy – lots of frocks, sandals and a light cardi. Winter has to be about the layers as…
Don’t Be Limited by Your Age Who says age-appropriate style has to mean boring? I’ve heard it countless times: women feeling boxed in by the idea that once you hit a certain age, your wardrobe should suddenly become classic, restrained, or worse, “invisible.” But here’s the thing: age is not a style boundary—it’s a reason…
I want to delve into a topic that many of us grapple with—body image, weight, and shopping. It’s something that frequently comes up in my conversations with clients, and it’s a struggle I understand deeply myself. Have you ever caught yourself saying, “I’ll shop for new clothes when I lose those 5 or 10 kilos/pounds”?…
Unleashing Your Inner Style Maven As women age, our relationship with style can evolve. While some embrace their newfound confidence and sartorial freedom, others may find themselves feeling lost or unsure of how to express themselves through their wardrobe. Do you feel that you’re stuck in a style rut and are not sure how to…
Time constraints can make it challenging to curate and coordinate outfits that work well together. If you’re looking for strategies to streamline your outfit coordination despite a busy schedule and recent wardrobe changes, here are some actionable tips to help you efficiently put together outfits that work for your current lifestyle and body shape 1.…
Navigating weight gain due to hormonal and adrenal disruptions during menopause is a common and challenging experience. When you hit that “certain age” many of us are familiar with the changes that menopause brings, and it can feel disheartening when our bodies no longer fit the clothes we once loved. Hormonal shifts often lead to…
In This Video 0.08 How to pick the warm/cool palette when patterns have a mix of both warm and cool colours (eg. Blue and orange, blue and yellow). How to Mix and Match Colours How to Choose Colours That Are Super Easy to Mix and Match Which Patterns Easily Mix With Anything? 11 Genius…
Post-mastectomy dressing can be tricky as women’s clothing is made to fit a curvier body shape. One of my fabulous 7 Steps to Style readers, Kelly, who has had a double mastectomy offered to share her tips on what she’s found has helped her style and the garments she’s found most flattering when you have…
Menopause which is the cessation of menstruation (and Perimenopause, which is the period before that often lasts for around 10 years) are something I knew very little about until I started going through them, and even then there were a bunch of strange symptoms that have happened to me over the past 15 years that…
In This Video 0.08: My biggest wardrobe challenge would be, living on the road with two suitcases and being comfortable during season change. Seasonal Wardrobe How to Edit Your Wardrobe for the New Season in 5 Easy Steps How to Layer with Style How To Layer a Third Piece Over Your Longer Tops 5.03…
In This Video 0.08 My biggest challenge is my weight. I keep thinking/hoping/praying I’ll lose it. Meanwhile, I put off buying new clothes that work on the body I have now. I’ve never been a big shopper, even when I wore a size 8/9. I’m an 18/20 now & have been for over 25 years.…
Today is Inside Out Style (and my as the author’s) 15th Blogiversary (not sure if that’s officially a word yet). It’s hard to believe it’s been 15 years since I started and I thought to celebrate not only am I offering 15% off my online programs and masterclasses (find out more below). Here’s just some…
