What are your essential wardrobe staples? My list would be dependent on your climate, lifestyle and of course preferences in what you like to wear. Great jeans – ideally at least one pair in a solid dark wash as they are the easiest to dress up or down Great pair of dark neutral dress pants in a…
This week in the April Style Challenge it is all about accessories. Shoes Bags Belts Jewellery Scarves Glasses Hats Why not try a different accessory type each day as your focal point or as an addition to what you’d normally wear. This week is a time to pull out of your wardrobe and drawers all…
Today I’m pleased to bring you the stylish thoughts of the completely gorgeous Kat Stewart, Australian actress and former publicist of Penguin Books Australia (yep, we used to work together many years ago). Kat is currently starring in Offspring (Channel 10) and Tangle (Foxtel/Austar) and was in the first brilliant Underbelly Series and on Newstopia.…
A uniform doesn’t have to be something prescribed by a workplace or school (or any other institution). It can be one that you create yourself. The concept of a uniform works for some, in fact, they love it, it helps them feel in control, they know what they’re going to wear and they don’t have…
Today I’m delighted to be sharing the Stylish Thoughts of Southern Californian blogger Tamera Beardsley What is the secret to great style? For me … the secret to great style … is truly loving what I am wearing … for the particular occasion. So many of my favorite outfits are very site and occasion specific…
Today’s Stylish Thoughts comes from Newcastle (Australia) based Evolve Your Style member and purveyor Vintage and Pre-loved clothing via her online store Over the Hill and Far Away, the lovely Sue Serle. What is the secret to great style? Confidence! Knowing that every day is a new opportunity and confidence is the key. Style to…
All Boxed Up – Bella Beauty Box and HerFashion Box There are a number of fashion and beauty boxes on the market that are a subscription based service that post you a treat in the mail each month. Two available here in Australia are bellabox and Her Fashion Box and I thought I’d share the…
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…
Reader Question: My biggest style challenge is finding my signature style. Despite my creative, rebellious nature, I tend to gravitate towards very basic clothing (although I’m partial to graphic tees, Converse sneakers, and my motorcycle jacket). I am trying to move up in the corporation I work at. I’ve been investing in some work clothing…
I’ve done a bit of travelling this year. Chicago, Thailand and now Dubai, so I’ve worked out what I do need in my carry on luggage to make the trip more comfortable (and I fly economy so I need to make it as comfortable as I can, as on average these flights are all 12…
Do you wear glasses? Are they a discreet frame or something that stands out? Are your specs a signature style accessory? Would you like them to be? In this podcast episode, Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and I discuss glasses as a possible signature style accessory. What Makes a Signature Style Accessory? I don’t…
Happy Australia Day! It’s a national holiday here today and it’s traditional on this day to have a barbeque. It’s always a casual affair, nothing fancy, nor shmancy. Should you be invited to an Australian’s national day bbq celebration here is an idea of what is appropriate to wear! I thought I’d share not only…
Many of my clients want to develop their own personal style, their signature style, that is truly a reflection of their personality. So how do you do it? Tips on How to Discover Your Personal Style I’ve written a series of posts on this which you can read here. Also, why not consider adding in…
Today my gorgeous kids went back to school after their summer holidays. I’ve spent very little time of the school break working as I’ve mostly had to look after the kids, plus I needed a little holiday myself to rejuvenate. Having to get back into the school routine, making lunches, ensuring everyone has everything they…
Do you ever reminisce about the carefree days of childhood, where every moment was an adventure waiting to unfold? It’s easy to lose sight of that joy and spontaneity amidst the complexities of adult life. But what if I told you that you could recapture some of that youthful exuberance through your wardrobe? Join me…
