1. You’re Number One You’ll get seen first – you are the star of your story, not your clothing. Colours that flatter you make you the star. They ensure that you are seen, and noticed, rather than your clothing taking centre stage. The right colours will create a harmonious balance between what you wear and…
The combination of wearing a dress over trousers is an unconventional style that goes in and out of fashion, it was in fashion in the noughties and is now trending again on the runway since fall 2022 and now spring/summer 2023 and has been seen on the runways of Chloe, Givenchy and Proenza Schouler to…
Here is the issue: I am over 62 and the era where style and fashion were important, to me, was during the years I held a professional job from 1972 through the 1990s. During that era, dressing was simple then because of very few choices and narrow opportunities for your own self expression. Those were…
Hi Imogen Thank you so much for the free e-book and BTW, I love your blog! I have spent every evening trawling through for your inspiring pearls of wisdom as the washing piles up and floors remain unmoppped! As a mum of three little girls, it’s very important to me to look good and be…
Your Colour Palette and Your Style Have you had a personal colour analysis and you’re not sure about the colours – or they are so different from what you expected? Maybe the colours are not as bright as the ones you’ve been wearing? Maybe they are lighter or they are the opposite undertone. Or there…
Hey, Imogen, I’ve got a reader question for your data banks, perhaps you’ll have a slow month over the holiday season or something. 🙂 …I’ve searched your blog and found very little joy for the long-torsos amongst us. (though the blog’s fantastic, and I’ve really learned a ton!). Here’s the sitch: I’ve got a very…
Just because you wear a bigger size does not mean that you must automatically have a wardrobe full of boring, frumpy sacks. There are a few things that you can do to make sure you look your best. Quality Matters It is hard to find stylish clothing in larger sizes. Sometimes the clothes you do…
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…
Reader Question: I’m an older woman with an apple shape who lives in a hot climate with a relaxed clothing dressing style. and I’m not sure where to shop or what to buy It’s not impossible to buy plus-size clothes all over the world. Thanks to the internet, you are longer limited to stores in…
Reader Question – I have a 44 double D bust and I’m about 172 centimeters tall. I’ve tended to hide my bust in loose flowing clothes and I recently tried a figure flattering dress. I was amazed as I did look busty but in proportion. Why is this this? balanced body proportions Oversized Clothes Don’t Make…
The Three Little Words That Will Kill Your Style How often have you been shopping for clothes and choose to spend your hard earned money on clothes, not that you LOVE, but ones that you think to yourself “It’ll do” Is this attitude to purchasing clothes making you happy? Do you look in your wardrobe…
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.…
I’m delighted to introduce Kay Harms who writes the Kay Harms based in the USA to share her Stylish Thoughts with you. How would you describe your personal style? I love classics like chic blazers, solid-colored cashmere sweaters, trim-fitting black slacks, a crisp white shirt, and simple tees. But, because I want to have an…
Do You Prefer Your Garments to Skim Rather Than Cling? There is a sweet spot where a garment is fitted without being clinging. Garments that cling show every lump and bump and ruin your outfit (and your confidence). Clothing that is too big and baggy will make you lose your shape and your outfits can…
Can you do a post for professional yet comfortable clothes for those who work in education? You asked – here is my answer – as I know that it’s more than just the education sector that has this same issue. For those who work in a more relaxed business environment such as the education sector,…
It’s funny how questions come in waves. I received two similar questions in my lucky dip of your colour and style questions. My biggest battle issue is how to dress a large stomach and a bigger bust without looking sloppy. The rest of my body is fine but I’m five foot one so short, petite…
You weren’t blessed in the leg department with those “legs that go on forever”? No need to fret, I’ve got the optical illusion tips to help you fake longer looking legs. Which Shoes to Wear with a Skirt If you’re wearing a skirt, then choose a shoe in a colour that relates to your skin…
Creating contrast with texture and sheen can make an otherwise simple outfit have a bit more depth and look more elegant. Think about the dichotomy between soft and hard, polished and dull, flowing and structured. If everything is the same, what makes an outfit interesting? Texture Texture is just one element of the style puzzle…
Makeup Buying Guide: What to Buy, and When to Throw Away – Guest Post Walk into any department store, and you’re immediately surrounded by makeup counters, and women in white or black coats. The coats are meant to make them look like some sort of lab technicians or scientists, but really, they’re just there to…
How to Look Smart at Work When You’re Just Not a Suit Person I was recently asked to write a post about how to look smart at work when suits are just not your thing (but others are wearing them). The key, is to look for clothes with some structure. When we think about a…
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