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Why your body is a room and how you should decorate it

Why You Should Imagine Your Body is a Room

Accessories, Body Shapes, Personal Style, WardrobeBy Imogen LamportJuly 14, 201617 Comments

And how that can help you discover your personal style, let go of clothes that don’t suit and build a better wardrobe This morning I was having a conversation with one of my lovely image consultant (personal stylist) graduates and she mentioned that she has great difficulty throwing out clothes and makeup that don’t work,…

10 Accessorizing Tips You Need to Know Now

10 Accessorizing Tips You Need to Know Now

Accessories, Personal StyleBy Imogen LamportJuly 13, 20165 Comments

1. Match without Being Matchy Think about how you put together your accessories. There is no need to buy a matching set (and it can look kind of contrived in this modern age), so think about matching: Shapes Colours Textures Sheen Sparkle Metal Read: Matching jewellery – sets without beings sets 2. Level of Refinement…

Foundation Garments - why they are so important and how to choose the right ones

Why The Foundations You Choose Are So Important

Body Variations, Reader Questions, Videos, WardrobeBy Imogen LamportJuly 11, 20162 Comments

Answering another reader’s question about choosing underwear (aka foundation garments) Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and I tackle this subject in this video blog post. The Most Important Aspects of Choosing Great Foundation Garments Choosing the right shape of bra for what you’re wearing – tips here. Your underpants may need to be a…

Why the size on your clothing label says nothing about your value as a human and your worth in the world or even how stylish you are.

Why The Number on the Label May Be Lying to You

Fabric, Fit and Alterations, VideosBy Imogen LamportJuly 9, 20164 Comments

Why should you care about the size of your clothes? Yet I see again and again women judge themselves, their value, their worth on the number that sits on a label inside their clothes. That’s it, it’s just a number. A number that has no value. You are worth so much more than any number…

Secrets of Mixing Prints in a Capsule Wardrobe

The Secrets to Mixing Prints in a Wardrobe Capsule

Capsule Wardrobes, Prints and Patterns, Reader Questions, WardrobeBy Imogen LamportJuly 8, 20163 Comments

Hi Imogen. I am working on making a wardrobe capsule. The colors are brown, red, grey and white. I have an argyle sweater that I would like to build the capsule around. Would like to have some print pieces in the capsule. My question, what print patterns would work with the argyle sweater or should…

why social media sharing is super important

Why I Need You to Share This and Every Blog Post

More, Where to StartBy Imogen LamportJuly 7, 2016Leave a comment

Do you find what you read here useful? Then please share it! Your sharing my content on social media has a positive impact…. When you share one of my blog posts either via email or your social media you make a difference to my (and my family’s) life. These days Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest algorithms…

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5 Excellent Reasons to Build a Capsule Wardrobe

WardrobeBy Imogen LamportJune 28, 2016Leave a comment

Capsule Wardrobes are a great concept that can be a god-send to many.  They don’t suit everyone, but if you’re trying to decide if you should “capsule” your wardrobe here are 5 excellent reasons to build a capsule wardrobe 1. You Want to Keep it Simple You enjoy owning very few clothes.  You want to…

How to Have a Successful Shopping Trip

Shopping, VideosBy Imogen LamportJune 27, 20161 Comment

Some women find shopping for clothes and accessories easy. Others find it frustrating and exhausting. Yes, it’s true. Not everyone loves to shop. So this was a topic that was requested for Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and I to discuss on how have a successful shopping trip. We discovered after shopping together that…

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Breaking the Petite Style Rules

Body Variations, Style TipsBy Imogen LamportJune 23, 20166 Comments

Just because you’re petite doesn’t mean you can break your style rules. You just have to do it in a knowledgeable way. You can read up lots of rules (which are of course just guidelines) here on the blog. Some of the petite style rules that I find matter the most are: Scale – don’t…

10 Long Legged Petite Dressing Tips

Body Proportions, Body VariationsBy Imogen LamportJune 22, 20169 Comments

I was asked by a reader who is petite but has long legs for tips on dressing. Now more often than not, petite (5’4″/162cm or under) women are petite because their legs are proportionally short. But not all petite’s have short legs so some advice needs to be altered to dress well for the long…

how do you shop -what are you shopping processes and how do they affect your shopping experiences

Want to Know More About How You Shop?

Shopping, VideosBy Imogen LamportJune 20, 201613 Comments

In this video Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and I discuss shopping processes and share how ours are quite different from each other. Understanding how you shop can help you know more about what does and doesn’t work for you and even if you should shop alone or with a like minded friend (check…

shopping strategies - how to shop to have an effective experience

Shopping Strategies – Are You Better Shopping Alone or With Someone?

Shopping, VideosBy Imogen LamportJune 13, 20167 Comments

In this first of 3 videos on the topic of shopping, Jill Chivers of  16 Style Types and I discuss in this video one of the shopping processes that is worth thinking about to have the best shopping result for you. These tips on shopping strategies will have you understanding more about how you can…

Style is Not About Money

Shopping, VideosBy Imogen LamportJune 10, 20167 Comments

Let me start this post with a caveat I’m assuming that you’re not on the poverty line, but that you most likely have a clothes budget that isn’t extravagant by any means. I often hear from people that they don’t have the kind of money you need (in their minds) to spend on clothes to…

Tips on choosing flattering jeans

How to Choose Jeans Styles to Flatter Your Hips

Body Shapes, Body Variations, Style TipsBy Imogen LamportJune 8, 2016Leave a comment

Many X, 8 and A shapes ask me how to make their hips look slimmer, and with jeans being such a staple of so many wardrobes it’s useful to know what kind of details to avoid when choosing a pair. 3 Simple Tips for Choosing Jeans Styles to Make Your Hips Look Slimmer It’s pretty…

Jill Chivers and Imogen Lamport video on the topic of standing out or blending in with your style

Do You Prefer to Stand Out or Blend In with Your Style?

Personal Style, Reader Questions, VideosBy Imogen LamportJune 6, 20168 Comments

Do you prefer to stand out from the crowd or the people around you (where you work, live) with your style, or do you prefer to blend in and not be so noticeable as you prefer not to get any comments or attract attention? This video subject was inspired by a reader question who asked…

How to knit the easiest shrug ever

How to Knit the Easiest Shrug Ever

More, Outfits, WardrobeBy Imogen LamportJune 2, 20166 Comments

This has got to be the easiest garment to knit – seriously! Hand knits are right on trend this year and you can pay a fortune buying them, or a few days knitting one like this (I like to knit while watching TV, but nothing complicated so that I can just knit without looking which…

Tips on staying warm in winter

Staying Warm When You Can’t Wear Wool

Reader Questions, WardrobeBy Imogen LamportJune 1, 201611 Comments

Hi Imogen, let me first tell you how much I appreciate all the information you share on your website, it has helped me tremendously in my goal to get more comfortable in my own body and improving my body image, so Thank you! Thecold weather is coming soon. I have rather recently developed a strong…

How to Wear Medium Value Colours When You are High Contrast

Colour, Reader Questions, Wearing ColourBy Imogen LamportMay 27, 20168 Comments

Imogen, I would love an article on how to incorporate medium value colors when one is high contrast, and how to use our bright colors to increase contrast even though they are not necessarily light. I’m medium high contrast and am puzzled by the medium value colors. How to Use Medium Value Colours with High…

Finding the perfect fit

How to Find Your Perfect Fit

Fabric, Fit and Alterations, Reader Questions, VideosBy Imogen LamportMay 25, 201610 Comments

The fit of your clothes is an issue I’ve discussed more than once. And so when Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and I got together we thought we’d make a video discussing some of the common fit issues, what to look for and what to avoid. We were asked by a fabulous Inside Out…

why you should accessorize

Accessories are the Icing on Your Sartorial Cake

AccessoriesBy Imogen LamportMay 21, 20164 Comments

In the words of Iris Apfel “I worship at the alter of accessories” Why?  Well they are an incredibly powerful way to change up your outfit without changing clothes.  You don’t need a huge wardrobe. You really can dress an outfit up or down by changing a couple of accessories. Discover how to choose and…

How to mix patterns in your outfits like a pro

Does Everything Have to Match?

Fashion Trends, Personal Style, Prints and Patterns, Reader QuestionsBy Imogen LamportMay 18, 20165 Comments

Hi Imogen, I have been wondering if you can give some tips on how to not match effectively. I’m in my early 50’s, and I find that my choices have become more stodgy and less risky :-(. This isn’t about shoes and bags (mine would only match accidentally anyway) but I’ve noticed younger women are…

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