Start Here To Discover Your Style Which of These Sounds Like You? Click on each to find out more I'm Stuck in a Style Rut Are you wearing the same things over and over again? Are you sick of your style but are not sure what to do or where to turn? You have clothes…
When you’re petite, finding the right clothes can be a challenge. Along with dressing for your body shape, your height and proportions matter, too. When you have a straight body shape like an H shape, there is not much definition between the shoulders, waist and hips. As with all H shape bodies, petite, average or…
In This Video 0.08 A shape and find it hard to balance my hips and hide my tummy – any tips? 4.34 Finding clothes for the over 70s for a retired casual lifestyle when you’re a large regular size or small plus size 9.47 I can’t seem to nail down fashion guidelines for my shape…
Do you ever find yourself drowning in a sea of style information, colour analysis results, and body shape theories? You are not alone, because we think that getting dressed should be easy because we’ve been doing it all our lives. Yet when we start getting our style education we suddenly realise that there is so…
A collection of lovely handbags is a wonderful idea if you enjoy variety and dress for different occasions (from everyday casual, and business attire to evenings out). However, having a collection can mean spending a lot of money (though these days there are many places you can purchase quality handbags at affordable prices, from thrift…
Want a quick snapshot of the best posts of 2022 here on Inside Out Style? Then you’ve come to the right place! In this post I’m sharing some of my best colour and body shape figure flattery advice from the past year. Come Alive with Colour How to Layer in Winter (or Any Season) Using…
Picture this: you’re a multitasking woman, managing both your family and your career. You stand before your overflowing wardrobe, feeling overwhelmed by choices, and think, “I have nothing to wear that’s comfortable and suitable for work and play.” This scenario resonates with many women who find themselves pulled in multiple directions. It’s not just about…
I revisited the body shape guidelines to try and answer a dilemma I have around necklines. I’m 163 cms tall, broad-shouldered, DD-E cup. After my first baby weaned I developed pigmentation in a large band around my neck and décolletage. This skin gets red and blotchy when exposed to the sun, even with sunscreen and…
Welcome to the last post of 2021! It’s been an absolute pleasure to have your company throughout the year. In particular, I like to say an especially big “Thank you” to everyone who shared a blog post; bought one of my programs or took the time to share their style stories in one of my…
Over the years I’ve been working as an image consultant I’ve realised that style is a journey, not a destination. Your clothes must express who you are, without this you won’t appear confident. Without confidence, you won’t be anywhere as near stylish as you could be. So how do you combine what you like with what…
Say “Aye!” if you are frustrated by shopping because what looks great on a hanger doesn’t look great when you get it into the change rooms and try it on your body? We are led to believe that all women LOVE shopping. That all we want to do is shop til we drop, day after…
I think about relationship between body shape and neckline shape (oval and round versus straight and sharp). Is there any dependence between this two factors? I think, that rounded somatypes need more rounded necklines and straight body shapes need more sharp or straight necklines. But what about body shape with both sharp and curved linen…
Hi Imogen. I have always heard that tops for skirts should be a bit shorter than tops for pants. My question is, how do you make this work when trying to put a capsule wardrobe together since tops should be able to work with both pants and skirts. I know you can tuck them in,…
Fashion trends are constantly changing, and new silhouettes are key to staying current. However, it’s important to stay true to your own personal style without feeling left behind. For example, if you’ve been wearing skinny jeans or pants for years, and now wide leg pants are coming back in, you may wonder how to adapt…
As we say farewell to the transformative style revelations of 2023, let’s take a moment to reflect on the remarkable journey we’ve shared. Throughout the past year, I’ve written and shared 109 blogs posts with you. I hope that these articles have inspired a deep dive into your personal growth, a celebration of self-expression, and…
Have you ever found yourself standing in front of your closet, feeling overwhelmed and uninspired? You’re not alone. Many women face the challenge of finding outfits that make them feel confident and expressive. One recent story from a client beautifully illustrates this common struggle and offers valuable lessons for anyone seeking to refine their personal…
If you need to choose a new swim suit for this summer here are some options finding a pair of swimmers that flatters your body shape. If you want to hide your stomach look for a suit that is either darker over the stomach area than either the bottom or chest area, or find one…
What’s silhouette got to do with building your personal style and making getting dressed faster and easier each morning? It’s one of the key components to style that works for you. Silhouettes relate to body shapes, when you know your best silhouette even when fashions change you can more easily figure out how to adapt…
TO THE EXPERT WHO KNOWS THAT HER IMAGE HAS IMPACT You need to show up looking like an expert to be seen as an expert because your image speaks for you before you’ve ever even said a word! What is your style currently saying about you? IT’S TIME TO LEVEL UP IN STYLEJoin Waitlist Give…
TO THE EXPERT WHO KNOWS THAT HER IMAGE HAS IMPACT You need to show up looking like an expert to be seen as an expert because your image speaks for you before you’ve ever even said a word! What is your style currently saying about you? IT’S TIME TO LEVEL UP IN STYLEJoin Now Give…
I was in the shops yesterday and noticed that suddenly racks of swimwear has appeared – so for all of us in the Southern Hemisphere who are heading toward summer or around the equator where it’s always warm, I thought I’d put in some tips on choosing a new swimming costume (bathers or togs as…
