One of the trends that has appeared in stores in the past season or so is the culotte. Now I remember wearing these in my teen years and I wasn’t that keen to try on another pair as sometimes in fashion you can feel like “been there, done that trend and not going back”. When…
At the AICI conference I got to meet the fabulous image consultant and author Brenda Kinsel who shared these tips with me, so I could share them with you. I asked Brenda for 5 tips to help you improve your wardrobe and image 1. At the change of season, when you swap your wardrobe over…
I’ve been asked to talk about choosing makeup, and selecting the right colours is such an important part of this. So I’ve made a video to show you some tips on selecting the right colours for you so that the makeup enhances your natural beauty. Choosing The Right Makeup Colours What you’ll find if you’re…
Today is the first day of the AICI (Association of Image Consultants International) conference today. I’m excited to be catching up with old friends, and meeting many new ones, plus meeting some of the greats of the industry. One person I’m really keen to meet is Brenda Kinsel (40 Over 40, In the Dressing Room…
When you’re thinking about how to flatter your body and enhance it in a way that makes you happy, there are a few ‘tricks of the trade’ that make it easier to decide what to wear (and what to avoid when you’re shopping so you don’t keep making expensive mistakes). How does the magician create…
OK, so it’s only been a couple of days, but I”m loving your input an interpretations of the challenge. There are lots of pics around the interweb: Don’t forget you too can search in Twitter and Instagram and Pinterest by searching on #FabStyle. If you add in my username @imogenlamport I will be notified of…
Have you had a personal colour analysis and don’t like some of the colours that are in your palette? This is something that can happen to any of us for a number of reasons. The colours are different to what you’re used to (or have been wearing the rest of your life) There are colours…
Do you have a signature scent or perfume? One that you’re known for by those close to you? How did you choose that scent? Was it the shape of the bottle? The smell? The promise of the advertising? The name of the perfume? The Power of Scent When you think of your personal style (which…
This week’s Stylish Thoughts is from the blogger Phoebe who writes the blog Lady Melbourne. What is the secret to great style? It can’t be learned, you either have it or you don’t in my book. Chanel, Vreeland, Hepburn- I don’t even need to use their first name and we can all conjure how truly…
1. Edit your wardrobe Keep what you love and the items that make the outfits that work (those supporting acts), but get rid of the villains, those garments that don’t make you feel good. Let go of the past and live in the now. 2. Love how it feels If clothes don’t feel good to…
“If you’re looking in my eyes you’re not looking at my thighs.” This is one of my favourite sayings – and it’s so true! Your face is the place we look when we are communicating with you. So many women dress to conceal what they perceive to be flaws and spend their time and energy…
The final in my Best of Inside Out Style in 2022 is full of tips on creating your personal style and a powerful personal brand image. Your style can make you feel so much more confident and this gives you courage and charisma. Style and image are not shallow topics and I know that you…
To all my wonderful, fabulous and amazing blog readers (that’s right – each and every one of you). I want to take this opportunity to wish you a merry Christmas, happy holidays, happy Hanukkah or just a happy Sunday. It’s summer holidays here, and I’ve got family over from the UK, from Queensland and from…
How to Style All Different Kinds of Cardigans Cardigans can be great layering pieces in lots of different weather conditions. Light summer cardigans to thicker winter weight ones. But they easily head down to frumpsville if you’re not careful about the style you choose. Either because they have too much fabric and volume (and swamp…
Are you a busy mum who has no time to look after herself as she has to look after the needs of the kids? It can be hard when you have others that you have to look after as well as yourself, to stay stylish, but it’s certainly not impossible with a touch of planning.…
After reading a post on Already Pretty about whether style is an art or science, I was intriguied by a comment of Kristophine’s, and asked her to write me a post from the perspective of an actual scientist – I hope you find it interesting a perspective as I do! How To Shop Like…
It’s almost Christmas, and often it can be hard to come up with present ideas and fighting the crowds is unpleasant – so here are a few presents that may help you have more style that you can have delivered to your door. Storage Ideas Organize It All Closet Doubler Richards Homewares Hanging Handbag Organizer-Canvas/Natural…
I’ve been reading and thinking about happiness – and discovered a blog by Gretchen who went on a Happiness Project for a year (and has since written a book on it which will be published in December 2009 The Happiness Project: Or, Why I Spent a Year Trying to Sing in the Morning, Clean…
According to some recent research (though I doubt it would pass any sort of peer review) published in The Daily Mail (UK) DAVID THOMAS combed through a mountain of government statistics, academic research, media surveys and pollsters’ reports to uncover the truth about the way UK women are… here is a short extract: MRS…
Have you ever felt like your wardrobe is a puzzle, with pieces that don’t quite fit together? Or perhaps, despite your best efforts, finding clothes that truly complement your unique shape and style feels like a Herculean task? You’re not alone. Like many intelligent, professional and more mature (cough cough) women, I too have faced…
This week I discovered a great new documentary series on ABC TV (Australia) called The Way We Wore. It’s hosted by Celeste Barber, better known for her comedic takes on celebrity instagram posts, who discusses with many iconic Australian designers and fashion insiders all about the clothes we have chosen to wear over the past…
