In this video with Jill Chivers of Shop Your Wardrobe we discuss how early influences from our years of growing up have influenced the way we shop and elements of our style. Tell me – has anything from your childhood influenced the way you dress or shop? Does it still affect you today or have…
Today in this video Jill Chivers of Shop Your Wardrobe 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…
Jill Chivers of Shop Your Wardrobe and I discuss some of our Ah-ha moments relating to our personal styles – from the discovery of a signature print to the moment where I realised that there was something about my body shape that really mattered in my selection of clothing. Watch the video here now. Have…
Jill Chivers of Shop Your Wardrobe and I discuss in this video how being an introvert or extrovert may change how you approach shopping and your experiences while doing it. In this video we mention another video about knowing your rules which you can watch here.
Jill Chivers of Shop Your Wardrobe and I got together and made this video on why knowing your style rules doesn’t make you less creative when you dress (some people think that if you know your rules you will become a less stylish dresser). We don’t agree – discover why as you watch it. Want to…
I received an email from Maria of Colour Me Happy who was asking on behalf of one of her readers about choosing Makeup Foundation Colours. It’s a tricky task, and I see so many people with the wrong colour, so here is my guide to help you choose. Undertone and Overtone of Skin The…
Recently I went to see the Jean Paul Gaultier exhibition at the NGV (National Gallery of Victoria) and I can say that it’s the best fashion/clothing exhibition I’ve ever been to! And one of the first thing you see is that some of the mannequins talk! In fact there is Jean Paul Gaultier mannequin who…
After my post the other day on how to accessorize a long neck, I was asked how do you figure out if you have a long, short or average neck length, so I made this short video to show you. It all comes down to your hand! And it’s important you use your hand as…
Contrast is one of those subjects that has been coming up lots in my Evolve Your Style and 7 Steps to Style programs in the past week or so. I thought I’d make this video to talk about understanding your contrast and how to figure it out. Here is a handy contrast tool for you…
I don’t know about you, but so often I’m overwhelmed by the sheer volume of stuff that I have to do. The hundreds of emails I get each day, the paperwork from school and kids activities, bills and life. There is just so much information that passes through my life and I’m always looking for…
Here in this video I show you how I get 72 outfits from 12 garments and that they can all be packed into this carry-on sized suitcase. If you want more packing trips grab a copy of my Travelling Light ebook!
In this short video about one of the Principles of Coordination – Related line – I will explain how to put your outfits together so they are harmonious and pleasing. Here is an example
I found this TED talk the other day and was blown away by the research and the findings. It’s all about stress and how you perceive it and therefore how it affects you. This is a MUST watch! Turn you stress into a positive force
What is being stylish? How can you have style? Here is this video I explain a few ideas about style.
In this video I talk about the elements of your voice and the way you move and give insights about how these may influence your personal style. Yin and Yang Posts The Yin and Yang of Clothing More on Identifying Yin and Yang in Clothing Design Ways to Balance Your Yin and Yang Creating Harmony…
In this video I answer a common question about how to dress modern and youthfully but without being mutton dressed as lamb.
Your portrait area is the first part of you that people see. It’s what we focus on when we have a conversation with you. Watch this short video as I explain more.
Recently I was asked what is the best place to end sleeves. When you think about a sleeve hem, it’s a horizontal line. Here in this short video I talk about where to end sleeves to flatter your figure.
I’ve been asked once again to share with you how to measure your body proportions, so I made a new video to help you figure out where you are proportionally longer and shorter. Just remember, when you’re measuring. 1 head length (top of head to base of chin) – use this length to…
This is one of the most powerful TED talks video by Brene Brown I’ve seen – so worth the 20 minutes!
Here in this video with Jill Chivers of Shop Your Wardrobe and me we discuss why it’s important that you don’t keep your good clothes for ‘good’, but should wear them more frequently.
