In This Video 0:08 I struggle with smart casual dressing and I want to have more confidence and feel good. 5:18 I find prints tricky, I’m not sure about finding my preferred shapes and colours when current trends don’t reflect them. My daughter says I should just wear solid colours and neutrals, but I…
If you’ve got a closet overflowing with clothes but still feel like you have nothing to wear, it might be time to stop over-shopping and start styling. This modern wardrobe dilemma is more common than you’d think—and it has both psychological and industry-driven roots. Let’s break down why this happens and what you can do…
In this Video 0:08 I’d love some help with getting my wardrobe more organised and stop buying clothes that don’t suit me – I tend to admire certain styles on others but they don’t feel like me – what’s the solution? 4:04 How can I get ready in under 15 minutes per day and…
If you’ve ever stood in front of the mirror wondering how to make a caramel-toned (or camel) jacket work with your body, lifestyle (and your flats because comfort is key to feeling stylish), you’re not alone. In fact, this was one of the questions I got in my recent 7 Steps to Style members Q&A…
I was recently asked by one of my 7 Steps to Style program members to give some tips on how to style a chambray shirt in a more feminine, elegant way. Chambray shirts have long been a wardrobe staple—soft, breathable, and that perfect shade of relaxed blue. But let’s be honest: while they’re incredibly versatile,…
Looking for winter evening outfit ideas that feel stylish, elegant, and warm—without defaulting to black? For some it can be tricky to find winter outfits that feel as put-together as your summer wardrobe, but with a few key styling tips, you can create polished, comfortable looks that stand out in the colder months. If you…
A reader recently wrote to me and asked: “How do I look good when I’m overweight? I am menopausal and find jackets difficult to wear with long cardigans underneath, as I live in the Arctic.” First, it’s important to recognize that being overweight is not a body shape. There are many different body shapes, and…
In This Video 0.07 My challenge is finding the right colours for my summer wardrobe when they aren’t current fashions 2.34 How do I incorporate my essence by John Kitchener into my style relating to my 8 shape body? When I do personality quizzes I get more Classic than what I got with Kitchener which…
In This Video 0.08 – The thing that holds me back from working on my style is time! Five years of being a full-time caregiver have just ended and I am trying to put my life back together. By necessity, I fell into lots of bad personal care habits and now I would like to…
Struggling to find clothes that flatter your shape, fit well, and stay within budget? You’re not alone. Many women face these challenges, but with a few strategies, you can build a wardrobe that makes you feel confident and stylish. I received a message from a reader who expressed a common struggle: finding clothes that fit…
In This Video 0:11 I struggle with finding colours and styles to suit. I know a few things that suit me, e.g. scoop necklines and dresses just above the knee, but it’s more working out how to dress my apple shape and sway back. Colour Analysis Busted! 7 Myths About Personal Colour Analysis Holding…
In This Video 0.11 I have lost my confidence after retiring, I used to dress up everyday. I’m now trying to find correct clothes for a petite in height O shape body for my retired lifestyle. What to Wear When You’re Retired How Your Wardrobe Changes as You Age: Adapting Style to Life Stages…
In This Video 0.08 The biggest style issue I have is layering in winter. I live in an area that has extremes in temperature with hot, dry summers. Winters are cold and dry. Summer dressing is easy – lots of frocks, sandals and a light cardi. Winter has to be about the layers as…
“I struggle with simplifying my wardrobe. I know what I look good in, but I want to try other styles, so I buy them and never wear them. I end up with a wardrobe full of clothes but nothing to wear. I get overwhelmed and donate hardly-worn clothes, which breaks my heart because it’s so…
In This Video 0:11 I am tall and finding clothes to fit me is very difficult. Any tips? Where to Shop as a Tall Woman What to Wear and Where to Shop as a Tall Woman Your Colour and Style Questions Answered on Video: 133 How to Look Taller and Make Your Legs Look…
In This Video 0:10 – I have two challenges which maybe are related, the major one is not being experimental enough with my existing huge collection and then I’m also unable to stop buying more!! How Often Do You Buy Something New? How Often Do You Buy Something New? 5 Steps to Avoid Junk…
In This Video 0:08 My question is would you be able to shed some light on why I can never style my wide leg grey trousers in a way that I feel comfortable in them. They are in my colour palette sublime, they create the correct silhouette and they have an element of relaxed…
In This Video 0.08: How do I get the right outfit that matches my color? How to Match Your Outfit with Your Colour Swatch Colour Coordination: A Guide to Harmonious Outfits 5 Colour Concept Essentials You Need to Understand To Create Harmonious Outfits How to Use a Colour Swatch When Shopping and Match Colours…
Are you tired of feeling frustrated when putting together outfits that don’t quite feel right? Or maybe you find yourself staring at your wardrobe, wondering why certain clothes don’t flatter your figure the way you hoped they would. The secret lies in understanding the foundations of style—your body shape, proportions, and variations—so that you can…
In This Video 0:13 How do I know when and how to bend style rules while staying true to myself? How to Break Your Style Rules My Style Philosophy – Rules are Made to Be Broken How to Break Your Style Rules Like a Pro What’s Holding Back Your Style? 6:44 How do I…
How to Wear Medium-Low Contrast in Winter When You’re Light in Value Winter fashion can be a conundrum, especially if you have a light colour palette. Many of us instinctively reach for dark clothing during the colder months—perhaps because winter feels darker, or because darker clothes can be more practical in snowy, messy conditions. But…
