As many of you would be aware, I love accessories. They truly are the icing on your sartorial cake (I even wrote a book about using them which you can find here). I love to find interesting and unique accessories and so Etsy has become one of the best marketplaces to source interesting pieces from.…
1. We all need a hero Every outfit needs a hero. Whether it’s an accessory or a garment that has a pattern or detail that makes it the feature of what you’re wearing. It creates a focal point for the eye to linger on. 2. Your shoes matter They finish your outfit and need to…
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,…
Skinny Jeans You can balance hips with a knee high boot or a motorcycle style boot. You can keep their refined slimness with a ballet flat or a stiletto heel Roll the hem with an ankle boot and show off a little skin or tuck the end of the jean into the boot Straight Leg…
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…
I’m a bit of a shoeaholic, according to my family. I love shoes. I love them in neutral. I love them in colour. I love boots, shoes and sandals. I think my love affair started when my doctor told me that I needed to wear different shoes every day so that I wouldn’t end up…
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,…
Some interesting research on how your shoes communicate elements of your personality and income as well how anxious or calm you may be! What do your shoes say about you? Research on the Power of Shoes and how it affects us both physically and emotionally. Mette shares her 5 Year Shopping Plan and how it’s…
My name is Imogen and I’m a bagoholic! OK, there is my confession. I’ve always loved handbags – I guess it’s because you never feel fat in them! No matter whether you lose or gain weight they fit the same. I never carried a nappy bag when my kids were young, just a larger handbag…
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…
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…
In this video Jill Chivers and I discuss the conundrum of whether One is Enough or Multiple of the same garment in different colours are the way to go in this video.
If you are Others Focused you are the most likely to suffer from a less than desirable wardrobe. Why so? Well you focus on others first and tend to put your own needs last. You go shopping, but bring home clothes for the kids or your husband, but not you. You want to shop, but…
These are two interesting meta-programs and you may find that you work with one in some aspects of your life, and the other in a different part. I know for sure that I’m wired that way. For instance, whenever I buy a car, I buy it out of necessity. I buy a car that is…
Today in this video Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and I discuss the idea of “uniform dressing” (think Jackie Kennedy Onassis, Audrey Hepburn, Anna Wintour) and who it may appeal to (and who it doesn’t). I would love to know your thoughts – do you like to dress to a formula or a uniform…
When I meet people and they ask what I do and I tell them and they looked surprise and say “why would anyone pay for that?” in an incredulous tone I know that they really don’t understand just how their image impacts on their lives, from relationships to job opportunities, and just how much they…
I think capsule wardrobes are a brilliant concept and I use them all the time in my work with clients, and with myself when travelling. But, and this is a big but, they are right for some but not for everyone. Did you red my post about whether you are an Options or Procedures person?…
By Ms MakeItOver Bernadette Lis We all love shoes! If you’d like to have some fun with, a pair that doesn’t thrill you anymore or need a colour which is difficult to find, then grab some leather paint and let me show you how I changed mine. Tools You will need: shoes Ammonia cleaner…
Phew, back from the 2 day (each way) road trip to the Sunshine Coast in Queensland with the kids for the winter school holiday break. I was asked what I packed, and I can tell you space is tight with 5 kids in the car, there is no boot space, so we all have to…
My Top 6 Wardrobe Staples For Your Wardrobe If you were starting a wardrobe from scratch what should you buy? Well using a wardrobe capsule formula (you can download and print this one) is a great place to start. We all need wardrobe heroes, but without the supporting acts, the heroes don’t work (unless you…
Factors When Choosing Accessories I wrote last week about quality and choosing clothes, particularly as we age. Today I’m going to turn my attention to the subject of accessories – and how to choose them no matter your age. When I was young, quality in jewellery meant: Real gold (not gold plated or gold colour…
