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Category Archives: Personal Style

5 Outfit ideas for a casual lifestyle or the stay at home mum - Inside Out Style Blog

5 Outfit Ideas to Steal for the Stay at Home Mum

Reader Questions, Style TipsBy Imogen LamportOctober 9, 201512 Comments

After my post on a week of office-appropriate outfits, I was asked by a reader to create one for the stay at home mum, who needs comfortable and practical clothes to deal with kids, mess, cleaning and activities, but who also wants to look and feel stylish. The looks I’ve created could be worn by…

How to choose shoes

Top 6 Ways to Choose Shoes to Go With Your Outfit

Accessories, Style TipsBy Imogen LamportOctober 7, 20159 Comments

I was asked recently by a reader where I find my shoe collection from, and how I manage to find shoes to go with my outfits. The reality is, my shoes have been collected over the past 20 years (or so), though I only keep those in a good state of repair. But don’t despair,…

Stylish Thoughts – High Latitude Style

Personal Style, Stylish ThoughtsBy Imogen LamportOctober 6, 20152 Comments

I’m delighted to be introducing you to Nicole who is based in Fairbanks, Alaska USA and writes the blog High Latitude Style What is the secret to great style? Fit, knowing what works for your body, wearing what makes you feel good and confident. What is the one thing you would spend a lot of money…

How to Accessorize in Winter

Accessories, Fabric, Reader Questions, Style TipsBy Imogen LamportSeptember 30, 20158 Comments

I received this email in my inbox: I like to know if you had anything written about cold weather accessories? For me one of the main things I learned from the 7 Steps to Style program is that accessories make the finishing touch for the outfits, which I neglected before. I made a big progress…

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Stylish Thoughts – Hello Katie Girl

Personal Style, Stylish ThoughtsBy Imogen LamportSeptember 29, 20153 Comments

I’m really happy to be sharing the stylish thoughts of the gorgeously colourful Los Angeles USA based blogger Katie of Hello Katie Girl. What is the secret to great style? Personally, I think being yourself and finding a way to incorporate your “uniqueness” into a signature look is the key to great style. Of course,…

What to Wear to the Office

5 Fabulous Office Outfits to Wear to Work This Week

Dress Codes, Outfits, WardrobeBy Imogen LamportSeptember 23, 201515 Comments

5 Office Appropriate Outfit Inspirations for the Week These days few offices have a truly corporate dress code unless they are in the law or finance. There is so much more choice about what to wear to work, and often people have no idea of what to wear. Over time workplaces have become more casual,…

Stylish Thoughts – Style Nudge

Stylish ThoughtsBy Imogen LamportSeptember 22, 20159 Comments

Today I’m delighted to feature New Jersey USA based Cherie James who writes the blog Style Nudge and sells vintage clothing. What is the secret to great style? Being yourself, trusting your gut and being fearless to wear what you want to. What is the one thing you wouldn’t spend a lot of money on?…

Stylish Thoughts – She Does

Stylish ThoughtsBy Imogen LamportSeptember 15, 20151 Comment

Today I’m delighted to be introducing you to Perth, Australia based blogger Emily of She Does What is the secret to great style? I think being comfortable with what you are wearing is the most important thing! There is no point looking fabulous if you are not feeling fabulous in your outfit! What is the…

My Style: White is my new black now that I'm blonde - Inside Out Style Blog

My Style: White is My New Black

Colour, Outfits, Wearing ColourBy Imogen LamportSeptember 11, 201522 Comments

One of the questions I get asked most about since changing my hair colour so radically from deep brunette to light blonde, is how have the colours I wear changed. In a word, black, used to be my go-to dark neutral. Particularly in the 15 years where it was impossible to buy anything in navy…

Do you have a style icon? Who do you admire? Inside Out Style blog

Do You Have a Style Icon?

Personal Style, VideosBy Imogen LamportSeptember 10, 20159 Comments

In this video Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and I discuss the concept of style icons. Do you have a style icon? Who is it? Please share!

What to wear to the spring racing carnival - Melbourne Cup, Derby Day, Oaks day - Inside Out Style

What to Wear to the Spring Racing Carnival

Dress Codes, Occasion Dressing, Outfits, Style TipsBy Imogen LamportSeptember 9, 201510 Comments

With the Spring Racing Carnival shortly to begin, I know that many are looking for outfits and guidance on what to wear. What is and isn’t appropriate, and what you need to create a great racing outfit. Is it Race-Wear?   In Sydney the first race of the season was last week and in Melbourne…

Belinda from Parties Pearls and Being Precious

Stylish Thoughts – Parties, Pearls and Being Precious

Stylish ThoughtsBy Imogen LamportSeptember 8, 20155 Comments

Brisbane based blogger Belle of Parties, Pearls and Being Precious is today’s Stylish Thoughts contributor. What is the secret to great style? I think the secret to great style is knowing what works for your body and knowing yourself. Great style is timeless so it has nothing to do with the latest trends. What is…

What to ask yourself as you store away last season's clothes and bring out the next - Inside Out Style

Change of Seasons – Changing Your Wardrobe

Personal Style, WardrobeBy Imogen LamportSeptember 7, 201526 Comments

  The seasons are changing (I’m so happy that spring is finally here, the blossoms are appearing on the trees and we are getting slightly less cold weather, as you all know how much I don’t love the cold!). The change of seasons had me thinking about my own wardrobe and how I pack up…

Is there a relationship between how you decorate and what you wear?

The Relationship Between Personal Style and Decorating Style

Personal Style, VideosBy Imogen LamportSeptember 4, 201518 Comments

Does your personal style and decorating style match? If you’re struggling to find your style maybe you can look around you and notice the things that you love in your environment and they will give you a clue. Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and I discuss this topic in this video.

Stylish Thoughts – Anne Whalley – The Fabric Whisperer

Stylish ThoughtsBy Imogen LamportSeptember 2, 20157 Comments

I’m really delighted to introduce to you one of my Image Consultant training graduates Anne Whalley who shares her Stylish Thoughts. Anne is otherwise known as The Fabric Whisperer who lives and works in Melbourne (Australia) as a fabric and sewing specialist. 1.How would you describe your personal style My personal style journey began at…

Do you have a dressing process

Do You Have a Process for Deciding What to Wear?

Personal Style, VideosBy Imogen LamportAugust 21, 201516 Comments

Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and I discuss our processes for deciding what to wear and how we dress each day in this video. Do you have a dressing process for deciding what to wear each day? I’d love to know about it!

Susan of Fifty Not Frumpy

Stylish Thoughts – Fifty Not Frumpy

Stylish ThoughtsBy Imogen LamportAugust 18, 20156 Comments

I’m delighted to be sharing the Stylish Thoughts of Johnson City, TN, USA based blogger Susan of Fifty, Not Frumpy and President of Vintage Jewelery Supplies What is the secret to great style? One must first know what colors and shapes flatter your body. Great style comes when you realize that you are communicating your…

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How Your Upbringing May Influence Your Style and The Way You Shop

Personal Style, Shopping, VideosBy Imogen LamportAugust 13, 201514 Comments

In this video with Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types we discuss how early influences from our years of growing up have influenced the way we shop and elements of our style. Tell me – has anything from your childhood influenced the way you dress or shop? Does it still affect you today or have…

Why taking outfit photos helps you become more stylish - Inside Out Style Blog - real world fashion advice for every woman

Why Taking An Outfit Photo Can Really Help You Become More Stylish

Personal Style, Style TipsBy Imogen LamportAugust 12, 201521 Comments

Over this past 11 months I’ve watched hundreds of women become more and more stylish on my Evolve Your Style and 7 Steps to Style Facebook groups. It’s been wonderful and so fulfilling to watch as they metamorphose and discover their styles. And what has been interesting is how often they mention that taking a…

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Stylish Thoughts – Fabulous Femme

Stylish ThoughtsBy Imogen LamportAugust 11, 20151 Comment

Today’s stylish thoughts comes from Melbourne (Australia) style blogger Souri of Fabulous Femme who is also a photographer along with her husband who takes her beautiful photos. What is the secret to great style? Choose classic, well tailored styles in great fabrics which suit you! The latest trends don’t always work so I’m not rushing out…

Improve your body image and embrace your style

Improving Your Body Image and Self Esteem Plus Other Weekend Reading

Body Image, Personal StyleBy Imogen LamportAugust 8, 20152 Comments

Loved this post from Vintage Current about how a cat call made Candice’s day and helped her think more positively about body image This post from Sal about seeing her body through the lens of style is a great read. Carly shares how embracing a label has been powerful for her. Grown up dressing and…

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