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…
Reader Question: “For the last 20 years (since retirement) I have attended a theatrical production several times a week and I wore long flowing dresses, hats and heels. now due to age and tripping, I am restricted to runners and pants. I’m very petite with long torso, a bit of a belly, and very short…
In This Video 0:08 Since I’ve retired I haven’t needed to “dress up” much, thoough I’ve been trying to wear makeup and nice clothes but I don’t like wearing accessories like jewelry, scarves, belts and . It would also be nice to wear heels, but my ankles flop. I thought I might try a platform…
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…
“Let me tell you quite frankly…” This was the subject line of an email I recently received from a woman who needed, in her words, “no help with her style“, yet she’d downloaded my free How to Build a Fabulous Wardrobe guide and then decided that I needed to be told everything that was wrong…
In this third of our 3 part series on choosing jewellery to work with your personality, Carol Karl of Affordable Jewellery Supplies YouTube channel and I chat about how your defining features affect the jewellery you choose and how to choose flattering jewellery taking into account both your personality and facial features. Check out parts…
How do your features impact on your jewellery choices? In this chat with YouTube video creator and 7 Steps to Style sister Carol Karl we talk about how to find balance with your features using the concepts of Yin and Yang. If you missed our first chat all about personality and choosing clothes and jewellery…
Today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of personal style and exploring how personality and environment play significant roles in our clothing choices. I had a delightful conversation with Carol Karl who is one of my fabulous 7 Steps to Style sisters and who has a YouTube channel dedicated to all things jewellery. We discussed…
There are a few things in life, some of them chores kinds of things, that make these not so fun things a little easier – and to celebrate Amazon Prime Day I’m sharing a few of the kinds of things that make my life easier, and help me be a bit more stylish. A…
Today, I want to address a question from reader, who seeks guidance on combining practicality, attractiveness, and vibrancy in her outfits. She wonders how to look comfortably stylish, interesting but not crazy, and vibrant without appearing too over the top. While these goals may seem contradictory, I firmly believe that practicality, comfort, and attractiveness are…
5 Ways to Improve Your Style Are you tired of your outfits feeling dull and uninspiring? Do you want to add more interest and excitement to your personal style? If so, you’re in the right place! Here are some practical tips to help you create outfits that reflect your personality and make you feel fabulous…
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,…
Are you stuck on style rules? Do you follow style rules closely or do not believe in style rules at all, that everyone can wear anything they want? Both of these are more extreme views, and I believe that your best personal style sits somewhere in the middle. Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by…
Are you tired of wearing the same outfits over and over again? Do you find yourself neglecting certain pieces in your wardrobe? It’s time to break free from your style rut and rediscover the hidden gems in your closet. Let’s explore practical tips to help you revamp your style, shop your wardrobe, and create new…
Discovering clothes that not only suit your age but also flatter your figure can be a daunting task. Many women face the challenge of sifting through racks of clothing, only to find options that are either too revealing or ill-fitting. If you resonate with this struggle, rest assured that you are not alone. Fashion Trends…
Age is Just a Number Let’s kick off by debunking the myth that age should dictate your fashion choices. Your style is a reflection of your personality, and it’s time to embrace your unique self. Instead of conforming to what used to be style rules and societal norms such as having to cut your hair…
I’m guessing that you, like me, have had the experience (more than once) of trying on a garment in a store, and finding that it doesn’t fit. We are not alone – this is completely normal, and when you start to understand the history of where those standardised sizes came from it makes a whole…
Reader Question: “I‘m turning 40 this year though I still feel 30 I have an 18 month old baby and I just feel like my style is a huge mum rut since dropping my breastfeeding down to once a day I noticed the weight start to creep in around my tummy and I’ve always been…
When building a wardrobe capsule, it’s essential to have pieces that can be mixed and matched to create different outfits. Most capsules (with the bare minimum) are a combination of tops, bottoms and outer layers. Wardrobe capsules are a really valuable tool, particularly if you are having to rebuild a wardrobe for any reason –…
It is not uncommon for women to experience a shift in their body shape as they age, particularly during menopause. As women lose estrogen, they tend to gain weight in the upper body, resulting in less-defined waists. This can lead to a shift from an 8 shape to an H shape or even an O…
The combination of wearing a dress over trousers is an unconventional style that goes in and out of fashion, it was in fashion in the noughties and is now trending again on the runway since fall 2022 and now spring/summer 2023 and has been seen on the runways of Chloe, Givenchy and Proenza Schouler to…
