How to Layer Necklaces
In this video Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and I discuss how easy it is to layer necklaces and give you tips on how to do so.
What to Wear to Casual Events
This year I would love to see posts on what to wear for occasions outside of your normal everyday wardrobe. I know you have done posts on what to wear to weddings etc. but I would be interested to see posts on what to wear for more casual events where you still want to look…
How to be More Creative with Your Wardrobe
Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and I discuss some ideas on how to have more fun with your clothing and express your creativity when getting dressed each day in this video.
Tips for Finding a Flattering Sun Hat
In Melbourne right now, we’re being burnt to a crisp with weather in the 40sC this week (that’s over 100F) so a sunhat is imperative in this weather. If you’re heading into summer or warmer weather, it’s good to wear a hat outside so you don’t get burnt (melanoma is not something you want!). Here…
Tips for Belting When You Don’t Have a Defined Waist
If you don’t have a defined waist, but find dresses or cardigans that you like that come with a tie belt, this short video will show you how to do it best to flatter your figure. Tips for Belting an Undefined Waist Get more belting tips here.
What to Wear to a Summer Garden Wedding
What is appropriate to were to a summer wedding- garden ceremony with cocktail reception? Emma A summer garden wedding is crying out for a pretty frock. The cocktail reception says, ‘dress up, not down’. Key points: A knee length dress (cocktail length) A small clutch handbag – leave your regular everyday handbag at home and…
18 Funky Storage Ideas for Your Accessories
In my experience as an image consultant (personal stylist) working in client’s wardrobes, accessory storage is something that can make a big difference to how stylish you are. Why? Well if it’s hard to find your accessories, hard to see them or access them, then it’s unlikely you’ll bother wearing them. If it’s easy to…
Christmas Themed Dressing and Accessorizing – The Dos and Don’ts
Thanks to you, Imogen, I never worry about my wardrobe. Its like having a guardian angel at my finger tips. I would like some advice for Christmas accessorizing. Working around children, I like to do the red and green thing but still need to go among adults to do the banking, shopping etc. Your input…
How to Create a Coordinated Wardrobe
I have a question about how to pull a wardrobe together that is well coordinated, but not too matchy. I had never heard the term “matchy” before at first I thought it was someone’s excuse for not having a good eye for color but I am hearing a lot about it. Are there some guide…
How to Experiment and Create More Outfits from Your Wardrobe
Today’s video from Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and me is all about having fun, getting creative, and experimenting with what you already own in your wardrobe. How have you gone experimenting with the items in your wardrobe?
Tips for Organising Your Wardrobe
In this video Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and I discuss ways of organising your wardrobe more effectively so it’s easier to shop your wardrobe and discover more outfit options. What are your tips for organsing your wardrobe so that you can create lots of fabulous outfits from your existing clothes?
Getting the Most from your Capsule Wardrobe
Do you want to get the most value from your wardrobe? Then it’s time to challenge yourself to creating as many outfits a possible from your existing garments and accessories. You may worry that if they are currently working with a small wardrobe (say those Project 333 peeps) or capsule wardrobe that they will find…
Is it Racewear? What to Wear to the Melbourne Cup Carnival
On Saturday I went to Derby Day, one of the big race days of the Melbourne Cup carnival. Derby Day has a dress-code of black and white, along with the regular racing dress code. There were many well dressed women and men at the races, but also some serious clangers. So I’ve developed my Guide…
How to Declutter Your Wardrobe
Want to challenge yourself get out of your rut, help you create new outfits from your wardrobe, and clear out what isn’t working from your wardrobe. Then why not spend the next few weeks going through your wardrobe and no repeatedly wearing the same outfits, instead, why not try to create 30 unique outfits (same…
What to Wear to the Spring Racing Carnival
Derby Day is traditionally the day to wear Black and White (and maybe a shade of grey or silver). Pull&Bear wedge shoes 67 AUD – pullandbear.com Morgan Taylor hat myer.com.au Dresses | Maxi, summer, cocktail & more styles at Witchery Online -… witchery.com.au David Lawrence | Spring Racing – Sleeveless V Neck Print Dress davidlawrence.com.au Cross my…
How to Choose Earrings, What You Need to Know
Would you please consider doing a posts to help with the selection of earrings? I’d like to see information on how to select the best sizes and shapes for my face and hairstyle, as well as what style earrings look good with different outfits; i.e. casual, dressy, sporty. Any other dos and don’ts would be…
R is for Rings
How Do You Express Your Personality with Your Rings? Whatever you wear, no matter how smaller or seemingly insignificant it may be, is an opportunity to express your personality and personal style. What do your hands and how you bejewel them say about your personality? Classic: Real gems, never too large, in traditional settings. Understated.…
How to Look Modern
Hi Imogen. Thank you for a really good blog – especially the body shapes have been a great help for me (a tall X). I am 39 and appear in media now and then. I struggle a bit too keep the look modern. I like to shop – but … how does one keep up…
How Good is Your Eyesight?
Sponsored by Nuffnang Eyes are the Window to Your Soul – And Sure Help You in Your Daily Life Too Vision is something that is mighty important to me. It would be impossible for me to do my job as an image and colour consultant if I didn’t have good vision. From looking at an…
P is for Pants
Pants – that’s trousers for you UK folk, not underpants, are a staple in most wardrobes. They are, the hardest garment for most women to fit. Really, I find that I can spend hours trying to help a client find a pair that fits well. The most common fit issues are around the depth…
How to Accessorize Your Casual Tops
Hi Imogen, I have an accessories question. I have several peasant/grandpa tops that I’m an absolute nut for, but I never quite know what accessories to wear with them. They are definitely on the relaxed side, & I tend to live in them with jeans in spring & summer, so I like to use different…