According to fashion trend forecasters, metallics are trending in 2024. As a person who has more shiny skin, I’ve always love a metallic as it’s in harmony with my natural glow. This is why I’m enjoying this trend and am enjoying wearing this silver top this autumn. The thing is, you really want to make…
Happy World Book Day! Let’s Crack Open a Universe of Style Have you ever stopped to think about the magic a book holds? It’s a portal to countless worlds, a repository of wisdom whispered across centuries, and a wellspring of inspiration waiting to be tapped. As someone who spends a good chunk of my time…
Did you know that back at the turn of the 20th Century there were women known as the Dress Doctors, who taught in universities how to develop your style and create and curate a wardrobe of clothes that you love to wear and that fit, flatter and express your personality, using concepts from the world…
Did you know that (according to recent research) the average woman spends between $1800 – $4000 per year on clothing and accessories yet wears less than half of that? So that’s 50% of your clothing budget wasted. A minimum of $900 per year. Add that up over a few years and it adds up to…
In This Video 0.08 I struggle with my mid-section. I believe I’m an 8 shape. I’m lean with an hourglass shape with a slightly wider high hip. I’m always trying to hide my tummy and I’m sure of how to look long and lean. How to Dress Your 8 Shape Body 5 Stylish Outfit…
Even if You Love Clothes Like Me, Shopping for More Clothes Isn’t The Answer to Your Wardrobe Woes Have you ever stood in front of your wardrobe, filled to the brim with clothes, yet felt you had absolutely nothing to wear? This paradox is one many of us face, and the intuitive solution seems to…
If you’ve read my post on why a seasonal declutter of your wardrobe will change your life (for the better) then you’re already on board this wardrobe auditing train. You know why you want to do it, so here are some practical tips and steps to help you achieve your goal of a streamlined…
As the seasons change it’s a great time of year to do a declutter and clear out of your wardrobe as your clothing needs change due to the change in the weather (assuming you don’t live in a tropical climate where clothing needs to remain pretty similar all year round… but if you do live…
Do you ever find yourself standing in front of your wardrobe, staring at a sea of solid colours, feeling a tad uninspired? For some patterns can be a bit scary (you don’t want to get it wrong), and I know that I spent years with a mostly solid coloured wardrobe until I decided to figure…
Do you ever feel limited by your age or height when it comes to fashion? Age and height are just numbers, not fashion sentences. While the fashion industry might skew towards the younger and taller demographic, there’s no rule stating that age dictates your style choices. So, let’s banish the notion that you’re confined to…
Reader Question: my biggest challenge is my weight I keep thinking hoping and praying I’ll lose it meanwhile I’ve 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 eight I’m now about an 18 to 20 I’ve been this…
With the recent spate of red carpets including the Oscars (and after-party), you may have seen a lot of formal frocks abounding. Which, if you’re like me, are not something I need in my wardrobe as I just don’t have a red-carpet lifestyle. But what the red carpet frocks can tell you about is some…
Have you ever felt like your wardrobe is a puzzle, with pieces that don’t quite fit together? Or perhaps, despite your best efforts, finding clothes that truly complement your unique shape and style feels like a Herculean task? You’re not alone. Like many intelligent, professional and more mature (cough cough) women, I too have faced…
Finding the Perfect Fit: A Guide to Choosing Garments that Embrace Your Style If I had a dollar for every time someone said to me “I wish I could find clothes that fit me”, well I wouldn’t be a millionaire, but I’d have quite a few dollars! So why is it so hard to find…
Have you ever stood in front of your wardrobe, feeling overwhelmed by the plethora of choices yet struggling to piece together an outfit that resonates with your style? If so, you’re not alone. Many of us face this sartorial challenge, but fear not, for the secret to creating a versatile and cohesive wardrobe might be…
Embracing the Art of Simplicity “Too much choice is actually a bad thing; our brains can’t really cope with too much choice. So, sometimes limiting ourselves to a slightly smaller colour palette makes life easier.” Imogen Lamport Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the myriad of choices in your wardrobe, yet found yourself unable to…
Unveiling Your Style: The Art of Subtle Transformation One of my lovely readers sent me her style conundrum (which I know she is not alone in feeling): “Can you help me find the courage to wear stylish clothes when it hasn’t been my look now I think one of the things that can often feel…
Fashion trends come and go and there always a plethora of different trends each season. So what are some of the ones you can expect to see in 2024? And which should you indulge in and which to avoid? Well of course that comes down to you, your body, your colouring and of course your…
Did you know that February 19th is Whippet Day? Unless you’re a whippet owner (like me) there’s little chance you knew that. But as a certified crazy whippet lady, well, I couldn’t let this day pass without celebrating it and shoehorning my whippets into some sort of style-related content! How Can Whippets Inspire Your Style?…
Living life on the road with just two suitcases can be a thrilling adventure, but when it comes to maintaining a comfortable yet stylish wardrobe during season changes, the challenge is undeniable. Whether you’re a nomad at heart or simply navigating a limited wardrobe, the key lies in strategic choices and versatile pieces that stand…
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to step out of your house every day, feeling confident and radiant in an outfit that perfectly reflects your unique style? How often do you find yourself standing in front of your wardrobe, feeling utterly perplexed about what to wear? Are you tired of resorting to clothes from the laundry basket,…
