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How to Interpret Prints and Patterns

Personal Style, prints and patternsBy Imogen LamportMarch 19, 201217 Comments

    The other day I was asked about why a floral print wasn’t appropriate for a job interview. My answer is to do with how we interpret different prints and patterns, as they say different things to us. Frequently people ask me “what patterns suit me?” and the answer lies in what are your…

How to flatter a rounded or proturding stomach

How to Flatter a Protruding Stomach

Body Shapes, Body VariationsBy Imogen LamportFebruary 20, 20129 Comments

Hi. Imogen. We visited your talk recently and enjoyed it immensely. Have downloaded your ebooks and getting lots of helpful hints. On your blog I have just read the article about why dislike your stomach? and want to comment – I am an older woman whose anterior abdominal wall muscles have collapsed making my stomach…

How to Wear Skinny Jeans

Body Shapes, long legsBy Imogen LamportFebruary 17, 201210 Comments

Could you do a post on skinny jeans? They are in all of the shops right now and I’m not sure if I can wear them. I’m an I shape with my shoulders a little wider than my hips, average B cup bust-line and I’m a petite at 5’2″. What sorts of jackets and tops…

How to Wear Horizontal Stripes Without Looking Wide

illusion and distractionBy Imogen LamportFebruary 13, 20128 Comments

  Many people talk about horizontal stripes as the work of the devil.  It’s true they can be widening, but some can also be lengthening.  It’s all in the detail, the scale and your shape and scale and how you wear them.   The wider the horizontal, the more your eye will slow down and…

Inside Imogen’s Wardrobe – Jeans casual

About Imogen, H shape, large bust, Personal Style, scaleBy Imogen LamportFebruary 10, 201212 Comments

Frequently I’m asked “As an image consultant do you always have to dress up?”. My answer is, “Well I still wear jeans and t-shirts, but they’re good jeans and t-shirts and I tend to accessorize too.” You never know when you leave the house, even if it’s just the supermarket or the school run, if…

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…

How to Use the Golden Mean Proportions When Dressing

Body Proportions, videosBy Imogen LamportDecember 8, 201114 Comments

Following on from last weeks video on how to measure your body proportions.  Here is a short video that shows you a couple of ways to use the Golden Mean (golden ratio, fibonacci series) to dress in a proportioned manner that is flattering. The golden mean is a ratio that appears in nature and we…

More Ways to Flatter Your Body Proportions

Body ProportionsBy Imogen LamportDecember 2, 201114 Comments

Following on from my video on how to measure your body proportions yesterday, I want to share with you more ways to flatter your proportions. Here are some posts I’ve written about some of the more common proportional issues. 8 Top Tips to Dressing a Short Waist Short Legs, Long Rise How to Define Your…

How to Measure Your Body Proportions

Body Proportions, Popular Posts, videosBy Imogen LamportDecember 1, 201163 Comments

  Body proportions are actually more important than body shape, they create the balance that our brain so much enjoys. I’ve made this short video to help you figure out your body proportions so that you can use this information to find how how to dress so that you look taller or shorter, slimmer or…

Reveal the B-string – Not Your Bust

shopping, Body VariationsBy Imogen LamportNovember 14, 201118 Comments

One of my favourite Australian inventions is the B-string – it’s what I’ve got on under this gorgeous Karina Gala dress to stop you from looking right down my cleavage. Now I took this photo from above, as well all know with cami’s that when you look from above, or bend over, you’ll find that…

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…

Benefits of Lined Trousers and Care

Fabric, Fit and Alterations, shoppingBy Imogen LamportNovember 2, 20117 Comments

Hello Imogen. I was hoping you could answer a question for me. I had the opportunity to buy a pair of lined trousers at a reduced price. I didn’t buy them because I’m a wash and wear type of person and the pants would have required going to the cleaners. Can you tell me what…

The Fast and Easy Way to Shorten Knit Tops

Alterations, videosBy Imogen LamportOctober 27, 201115 Comments

  If you have a knit top that is too long, rather than take the hem up, why not ruche the sides rather than take up the hem. You can also use this method to shorten sleeves too.  It’s really simple and you don’t need to know how to sew to do it.  Watch this…

Body Proportions, Colour, look taller

Body Proportions, ColourBy Imogen LamportOctober 21, 201136 Comments

Hello–thank you for the wonderful website. It made me think while reading your advice on Column of Color–could you address the fashion rule of thirds for everyone–research does not reveal that much and I’d like it specifically geared toward what constitutes 1/3 and 2/3 with our outfits. Thanking you in advance!   So what is…

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.  

Weekend Video: How to Make Your Legs Look Longer

Legs, videosBy Imogen LamportSeptember 24, 2011Leave a comment

Want a quick, easy and free way to make your legs look longer? Watch this short video. And for some fun… and because George Clooney is gorgeous, enjoy!

How to Create Waist Definition without a Belt

layering tops, Waist, X shapeBy Imogen LamportSeptember 16, 201110 Comments

It attracted my attention that you mention that you wear skirts/dresses or jeans most of the time. I do the same thing, and it has been working great for the most part, thanks to your blog. The main thing that I learned is that I am X-shape and I should belt over skirts/dresses, I enjoy…

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…

Where Should a Tunic Top Finish?

Bootylicious Babes, Fit and Alterations, Hips and Bottom, Legs, long legs, slim hipsBy Imogen LamportSeptember 2, 20113 Comments

Imogen I would like your opinion on the hem length of tunic type tops. I’m a knitting designer and teacher and this topic comes up in my Fit and Flatter classes. I think women slimmest when the hem hits just below the crotch so that the leg length is undetermined by the viewer and therefore…

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…

How to Rock a Tuxedo Jacket in a Feminine Way

fashion trends, O shape, outer-wearBy Imogen LamportAugust 24, 20117 Comments

I recently bought a women’s tuxedo jacket. Now, how do I wear it? I don’t want to make it more masculine. No cumberbunds in black or hot pink. I do want to feminize it. I also want to wear the tuxedo jacket in a casual type of way. Like with jeans. But what type of…

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