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Category Archives: Wardrobe

How to Layer Tops Under Jackets

Body Proportions, outer-wearBy Imogen LamportDecember 14, 201113 Comments

Hi Imogen. I’d like to ask you about a certain style that has been around for quite awhile now. Being a tall H I’m glad I don’t have to tuck in my blouses. I’m from the tucked in generation (in my 50’s) and I keep on seeing jackets that end way above the hem of…

Hate Heels but Going Formal?

style tips, WardrobeBy Imogen LamportNovember 16, 20118 Comments

Lynne asked the other day in a comment: I’ve always stuck to dark shoes myself (yes, I’m brunette) or red — I have a weakness for red shoes. But I have a different shoe question. Because of back and foot issues, it is physically impossible for me to wear heels (or wedges with equivalent elevation).…

How To Choose Shoes for Skirts or Dresses

Accessories, style tipsBy Imogen LamportNovember 11, 201119 Comments

Shoes are a really important part of your outfit – even though you want to dress your portrait first, we notice the whole of you as you enter or leave a room and if the shoes don’t work, they can create an unwanted focal point, or create disharmony. So how do you choose shoes? What…

Should I Belt Under or Over My Cardigan with a Short Waist?

Reader questions, style tips, WardrobeBy Imogen LamportNovember 9, 20113 Comments

Hi Imogen, I am 5’0 and 120lb with a figure of eight shape. I am very short waisted (my waist is the smallest about 1.5 inches from the bottom of my bust). So I’ve been wearing shirts untucked with a belt as I have a little bit of a belly. The only thing is, it…

Stylish Thoughts – In Kari’s Wardrobe

blogging, Stylish Thoughts, WardrobeBy Imogen LamportNovember 8, 20113 Comments

Seattle based ex-blogger Kari (from In Kari’s Wardrobe) is today’s Stylish Thoughts contributor.  What I love about Kari is her obvious joy in taking the time to get dressed and working with her personal style. How would you describe your personal style? Colorful, modern classic, ladylike with sass. I like wearing figure-conscious silhouettes that flatter…

Post Pregnancy Wardrobe Capsule

How to Create a Post Pregnancy Clothing Capsule

capsule wardrobes, maternity, Style Tips for MothersBy Imogen LamportNovember 4, 201114 Comments

I had a question re wardrobe (& btw-thank you for YOUR 5 STEP FORMULA FOR A FABULOUS WARDROBE it’s been really useful.) I have a 4 month old baby girl, so especially as an aspiring colour consultant I have been on a misison to get my wardrobe organised, also to reflect the new me (as…

Spring Racing Carnival – What to Wear

Accessories, Colour, style tips, Stylish Thoughts, WardrobeBy Imogen LamportOctober 31, 201110 Comments

I’ve been invited by Gem Marketing to the VRC Oaks Club Luncheon on Wednesday and the dress code is Racewear – so I thought that I’d put together some outfits and let you vote on which outfit I should wear.  I’ve taken some photos and included some close ups of the hats – so now…

Spring Racing Carnival Headwear Tips

Accessories, Colour, Personal StyleBy Imogen LamportOctober 28, 20115 Comments

It’s currently Spring Racing Carnival here in Melbourne and there are hats and fascinators everywhere. If you’re going to a Melbourne Cup event or any of the race days what should you know about wearing hats and some of the conventions associated with each of the days? Derby Day – Black and White Official Flower…

What We Were Wearing at the AICI Sydney Conference

Accessories, Colour, Personal StyleBy Imogen LamportOctober 26, 20112 Comments

People always ask me, what do you wear to an image consultants conference? I mean – the pressure to appear stylish in front of a group of your peers. So I took a bunch of snaps of some of the outfits that were at the conference to share with you. Image consultants aren’t scared of…

Accessories at the AICI Sydney Chapter Conference 2011

AccessoriesBy Imogen LamportOctober 24, 2011Leave a comment

Having just spent the last 3 days at the AICI (Association of Image Consultants International) Sydney Chapter conference I took lots of photos and thought that today I’d share with you some of the accessories that were seen there. There were gorgeous necklaces, rings, shoes, tights, watches and I’ve captured just a few here. I’ve…

How to Look Serious or Authoritative when You Have Light and Warm Colouring

Colour, dress codesBy Imogen LamportOctober 17, 20117 Comments

I’ve recently received a couple of emails asking for help: Which (flattering) colors would you choose to make light spring look serious? and Thanks for sharing those videos about finding your right colors. Very informative AND inspiring. This explains why I have a hard time finding serious looking, neutral color combinations that suit me. I…

Why Sleeve Length Matters

Alterations, Fit and Alterations, outer-wear, videosBy Imogen LamportOctober 13, 20112 Comments

Here is a short video I’ve made about the length of sleeves on jackets. It’s one of the most common fit issues I see with clothes and in people’s wardrobes, yet can have a huge impact on your appearance. Watch this short video.  

How to Flatter Wide Calves

Accessories, style tips, WardrobeBy Imogen LamportOctober 10, 20118 Comments

Dear Imogen, I would be most grateful – on behalf of all the ladies blessed with wide calves – if you could write a post about winter fashion for women who can’t wear boots. Personally, my stocky legs and circulation problems prevent me from wearing boots – even if could find a pair that fits,…

The Power of the Third Piece

Wardrobe, Accessories, Personal Style, style tipsBy Imogen LamportOctober 4, 201118 Comments

The Third piece is your hero, it’s the accessory or piece of clothing that can add the excitement and personality to your outfit when everything else you’re wearing are basics or supporting acts. Quite often it can be some sort of jacket, other times it will be a great piece of jewellery. The 3rd piece…

What to wear to the office when you don't like wearing suits but the dress code is more formal

How to Look Smart at Work When You’re Not a Suit Person

dress codes, Personal Style, Popular PostsBy Imogen LamportSeptember 30, 201118 Comments

How to Look Smart at Work When You’re Just Not a Suit Person I was recently asked to write a post about how to look smart at work when suits are just not your thing (but others are wearing them). The key, is to look for clothes with some structure. When we think about a…

How to Dress for Videos

Colour, videos, Wardrobe, Wearing ColourBy Imogen LamportSeptember 29, 201115 Comments

Video is a medium that has become more and more popular, from Facebook Live, Skype, Instagram videos, Messenger Video to video conferencing and webinars all part of daily life it seems. With our smart phones in our hands we can make a video so easily. It’s often worthwhile to consider if you’re making a video…

Stylish Thoughts – Building a Colorful Life

Accessories, favourite blogs, Stylish ThoughtsBy Imogen LamportSeptember 26, 20116 Comments

Today I’m excited to be introducing the lovely Vix from Building a Colorful life who lives in Oregon in the USA. 1** What is the secret to great style? As many of my posts center on how I’m learning to dress myself after decades of being style-impaired, I’m still trying to unravel that! While I…

How to Mix Metals

AccessoriesBy Imogen LamportSeptember 23, 20112 Comments

Many of us own both gold and silver jewellery, but tend to wear one more than the other, but still want to wear all our pieces. So how can you mix your metal jewellery with style? The key to mixing metals is to have one as dominant at around 75% and the other subordinate at…

how to choose flattering glasses frames

How to Choose Flattering Glasses Frames

Accessories, Colour, face styles, Reader questions, style tips, videosBy Imogen LamportSeptember 8, 20117 Comments

If you have to wear glasses what are some of the things you should consider when choosing your next eye glasses frames? There are a number of elements to consider: 1. The bridge width and placement 2. The depth 3. The colour Watch this short video to help you choose your next frames Want to…

8 Top Tips to Dressing a Short Waist

Colour, Reader questions, style tips, WardrobeBy Imogen LamportAugust 29, 201141 Comments

A lovely reader asks: Please can you do something for dressing a short-waisted H too? I’m like super short – there’s about an inch between by ribcage and my hip, so I tend to stick with dresses, but that’s not always practical for chasing two young kids. To start with, think about dressing using a…

Style Rules – Break or Follow?

Accessories, Colour, H shape, style rulesBy Imogen LamportAugust 26, 201110 Comments

There are a plethora of style rules to follow and sure they’ll help you look fabulous and flatter you body and colouring. But doesn’t it sometimes get boring following rules. I wanted to show you in one outfit the rules I’ve followed and the one I’ve broken. Verily dress Breaking the Rules Today I wore…

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