Many women, after they become mothers, end up losing their style as they spend all their time and energy looking after their families, as they put themselves at the bottom of their lists. With body shape changes also common side effects of childbearing, and often a change of lifestyle, many women feel lost when it…
Today I reached my first half-century- not playing cricket (eeeghads no!), but in years, and I was thinking about how to celebrate this momentous occasion with you in a way that would be even marginally interesting to you. So I thought I’d create a photographic look back at the past 10 years of my style…
The Rule of Three and Your Style The rule of three is a writing and speaking principle that suggests that three events, examples, or ideas are more interesting and enjoyable and you will see many examples of how we use this in our every day language, such as Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow Before, During, After See…
Do you love the laid-back vibe of relaxed clothing but want to elevate your style? You’re not alone! Many of us appreciate the comfort and ease of casual attire, but we also want to feel confident and stylish. In this post, we’ll explore tips on how to achieve a relaxed yet refined look. Here’s the…
In This Video 0.08 I have gained weight due to health issues and have let my hair go grey. So I’m not sure what works for my age and shape (59 yrs young)! Also naturally large busted and short-waisted. Help me not look sloppy and old 4.50 I have taken the style personality quiz and…
I’ve got quite the scarf collection, many from my dearly departed grandmothers and great aunts. I’ve never been a huge wearer of scarves around my neck, but now that I’ve got more of a waist and sometimes need a little help holding up my jeans. I like to wear a scarf as a belt. I…
Are you a hot or cold person? That is, do you find that you’re always hot or cold? It might not be something you’ve thought about, but it really has a huge impact on all your style choices. Find out why you need to know the answer to this question to build a wardrobe full…
There’s something magical about stepping into a thrift store or vintage boutique. If you love vintage and second-hand fashion, you know the thrill of uncovering unique, high-quality pieces that bring personality to your wardrobe. But mastering the art of thrifting requires skill—one that can transform your personal style while being budget-friendly and sustainable. Why Vintage…
If you want to make your getting dressed process faster and easier each morning, you could create your own personal fashion formula, one that works with your style guidelines and personality, and that takes away some of the mental load. Let’s take a moment to talk about mental load… I see references to it everywhere…
Winter is a time of year that allows you to throw on more, not less, which means it’s way easier to create more interesting outfits as you can keep adding layers of texture, pattern and adding details (unlike in summer, where even adding a “third piece” can be too much, which is why I’ve shared…
This Stylish Thoughts post is from Debbie of Recovering Shopaholic who is based in San Diego, California How would you define your personal style? My style has evolved considerably over the past few years as I’ve worked to recover from a decades-long compulsive shopping problem. For longer than I can remember, I bought so many…
Today Canadian Interior Designer and blogger Maria Killam of Colour Me Happy shares her Stylish Thoughts. Maria lives in North Vancouver, BC and loves colour (which is why I love her blog!). What is the secret to great style? A great haircut! And knowing when you are wearing enough, makeup, accessories, etc. What is the one…
How to Organise Your Wardrobe So the Perfect Outfit Is Always Within Reach A lovely reader asked, “How can I organise my closet so the perfect outfit is always at my fingertips?” Closets are fascinating because how you organise yours depends so much on your personal organising style. But there are a few principles…
….. I’m delighted to introduce you to Michelle who is a Sydney (Australia) based Instagrammer known as Fabuliciously Fun Life, who spent time doing my Evolve Your Style and 7-Steps to Style Programs. What is the secret to great style? Great style certainly includes the right mix of accessories, a flattering silhouette, and being well…
The other day when I was asking how you all felt about accessories, one reader said that she was disappointed that accessories were as costly as an item of clothing. This can be true at times, particularly if you live somewhere that has deep discounting in sales and you take advantage of this opportunity. Why…
In this podcast episode, Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and I discuss how solid garments can still be classed as heroes. Not all statement (hero) items are prints, so what other elements of garments can be heroes and how can you tell the difference between a hero print and an interest print. Which Kind of…
In this podcast episode, Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and I discuss how solid garments can still be classed as heroes. Not all statement (hero) items are prints, so what other elements of garments can be heroes and how can you tell the difference between a hero print and an interest print. Which Kind of…
In this Video 0.16 What are some options if you have short legs and dark colouring but need a strap to keep your shoes on? 4.10 Will changing my hair colour change my palette or just my contrasts? 8.06 How do I know if I should wear patterns or solid colours? Faking a Low…
Reader’s question: “If I’m purchasing a scarf for the average shape – what is the most versatile shape – square, rectangle or infinity?” What is the Most Versatile Shape Scarves make great accessories. There are so many ways to tie a scarf it makes them an incredibly versatile accessory. Not only that, you can so…
Today I’m delighted to share the Stylish Thoughts of the divine Lady Smaggle who is a Melbourne based blogger on lifestyle matters. What is the secret to great style? Only ever wear clothes that you feel comfortable in. Hitching at your pants or sitting at a weird angle in a binding dress is never stylish.…
So it’s now been over 2 months since I started my process of going lighter and I’ve had a second root touch up and tint with my hairdresser – Karleigh at Anthony Nitson Hair in Doncaster (Melbourne). As you can see, I’ve gone lighter again, this time my lowlights are an 8.1 (ash based blonde),…
