When the news came in this morning about the death of the legend and diva Dolly Parton, I was saddened, not because I’m a big country music fan (sorry to those who are; it’s just not my genre), but because I am a big fan of Dolly. She had so many wonderful traits. As someone…
How to Express a Style That Is Functional, Genuine and Unique A lovely reader emailed me: how do I express a style that is functional, genuine and unique? It’s a great question, and it has a slightly annoying answer. You have to go back to the beginning. Not to the shops, not to your wardrobe,…
I have been asked this question so many times I could answer it in my sleep. And honestly? That tells you everything. If “business casual” were actually clear, nobody would need to ask. Here’s the uncomfortable truth. “Business casual” and “smart casual” are not dress codes. They are dress code suggestions written by people who…
Melissa asked a brilliant question: “How do I go about balancing my natural flamboyance with the practicalities of being a mum of four?” First of all, there is absolutely no reason why you cannot have your natural flamboyance in your style. Being a mum of four does not mean your personality has to disappear. It…
You Don’t Need Another Capsule Wardrobe. You Need Your Identity Revealed. You’ve tried the capsule wardrobe. You’ve bought the “investment pieces.” You have a wardrobe of basics. You’ve followed the style rules. So why does getting dressed still feel like such a struggle and you still feel that you lack style? If you’re a woman…
Fashion is never just about fabric. At the highest levels of design, it’s a form of storytelling – often told through colour psychology in runway fashion. From Valentino’s saturated signature reds to the neon statements at Versace, designers use colour to shape emotion, perception, and meaning. The runway becomes a visual language. And colour is…
The Met Gala is often described as “fashion’s biggest night out”, and rightly so. Held annually at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York each May in conjunction with Vogue magazine, it’s a fundraising gala for the museum’s Costume Institute. Each year, celebrities arrive dressed to the theme of the exhibit, sometimes dramatically, sometimes…
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…
Do You Feel the Need to Dress to Fit-In? A client I was working with shared the following with me, she felt dissatisfied with her style, particularly when she dressed to “fit-in” or “blend-in” with the style of those who lived around her, which was a more casual relaxed and slightly classic style than her…
Imagine if your wardrobe could speak for you without uttering a single word. What would it say about your personality, beliefs, and aspirations? As a seasoned personal stylist and color consultant, I’ve come to understand that our clothing choices have a profound impact on our self-confidence and how we are perceived by others. Watch the…
Whether you have a YouTube channel or post live videos or reels on your social media channels, it’s important to consider what you’re wearing. While it’s essential to dress in a way that reflects your personal style, you also need to make sure that your outfit looks good on camera and doesn’t clash with your…
What you wear is a powerful form of non-verbal communication and research has shown that how you appear, your personal presentation, and attractiveness have the power to impact your income in positive or negative ways. Have you thought about what your image is saying and the impact it may be having on your career? …
The final in my Best of Inside Out Style in 2022 is full of tips on creating your personal style and a powerful personal brand image. Your style can make you feel so much more confident and this gives you courage and charisma. Style and image are not shallow topics and I know that you…
Reader Question: My biggest style challenge is finding my signature style. Despite my creative, rebellious nature, I tend to gravitate towards very basic clothing (although I’m partial to graphic tees, Converse sneakers, and my motorcycle jacket). I am trying to move up in the corporation I work at. I’ve been investing in some work clothing…
Discover the power of style and why you want to harness it In this content-packed masterclass I’ll be sharing my 18+ years of experience working with thousands of women from around the world. You’ll get actionable tips and advice to help you turn your personal style into an asset that helps open doors and attract opportunities. A style…
What’s the difference between inauthentic versus unfamiliar style? How do you know when something is authentic, just unfamiliar, rather than it being inauthentic? Watch the Video Where I discuss the unfamiliar and the inauthentic (and authentic). Unfamiliar Style Unfamiliar can be anything you don’t wear frequently. It can be patterns, colours, styles of clothing,…
What is a Personal Brand and Why Do You Need One? Personal branding is the idea of creating a brand around a person rather than a business or product. It’s useful as it helps you become more memorable and identifiable just as a business brand helps the business attract the right kind of clients and…
Do you know why you have so many clothing and style mistakes in your wardrobe? It’s often something we never really know why this happens, we can blame retailers and our own proclivity for purchasing clothes that are only “OK” or “it’ll do” passable (because we are sick of shopping, or the sales assistant was…
How much do you want your style to blend in or stand out? Do you want to be the focus of attention or to disappear into the background? Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and I discuss this in the video. Watch the Video on Blending in or Standing out with your Style This is…
Reader Issue: My biggest challenge is creating a cohesive style when my wardrobe is made up of extremes: very boring and very outrageous, very feminine and very androgynous, too youthful and too ageing, and I hate shopping too! There are many answers to this question, and I did follow up with the reader about…
