Stop Buying Clothes. Start Seeing What You Already Have. We’re looking into the next most Googled question about style: “How Can I Make My Current Wardrobe More Stylish?” If you go on social media, the answer will be to shop more. Follow some influencer’s list (that they’re getting paid to promote) and supposedly your style…
Reader’s question: I would be interested in your advice on the opposite of looking more mature- how to avoid look ‘mature” i.e. matronly or frumpy when you are a larger size (i.e. 16+) woman….Thanks. Love reading your posts As we age, many of us become concerned about avoiding the dreaded “frumpy” or “matronly” look. It…
Ok, how many of you think you’d be interested in style and fashion if you were blind? I certainly hadn’t thought about it, but then I stumbled across Michelle of Eyeronic, a blind journalist who enjoys fashion and I love her writing and her unique perspective on style so I asked her to write a…
Today my Stylish Thoughts interview is with one of my great Evolve Your Style members who has a really great sense of style. Please let me introduce Lisa White from Chicago (USA). IMOGEN LAMPORT; WHAT IS THE SECRET TO GREAT STYLE? Lisa White: The secret to great style is knowing the difference between fashion and…
Today’s Stylish Thoughts interview comes from Wellington, New Zealand-based blogger Emma of This Kind Choice. How would you describe your personal style? My style has become a lot more refined over the past year and a half thanks to becoming more interested in the ethical and environmental impacts of my clothing choices. I began asking…
As we journey through life, change is the only constant. We grow, learn, and adapt, and our clothing choices are no exception. Just as we evolve as individuals, our wardrobes too undergo a remarkable transformation. It’s a fascinating exploration of how our style, comfort, and fashion choices transform alongside our experiences and life stages. Our…
The secret (well not so secret) is out, I’m over 40, in fact I’m well over 40, much closer to 50 than 40 these days and I love blogging about style for women who are in a similar situation. Sure I know that many of you are under 40, and so many are well over…
No, I’m not talking about having a kidney operation removal – or even thinking about that old urban myth about the kidney thieves who steal kidneys from people and leave them the in a bathtub filled with ice. I’m talking about fashions that leave your kidney’s out in the cold. Physical Needs that Influence Fashion Choices…
Picture this: you’re on the move, juggling work, family, and personal commitments, all while navigating icy winds and snow-covered streets. It’s easy to feel like you have to choose between staying warm and looking good. But what if I told you that you can have the best of both worlds? Enter winter outwear – choose…
Reader Question: I have light colouring so light colours work best. So what should you do when you’re overweight and feel that light colours make you look larger. Black is the most slimming colour, isn’t it? Retailers sell lots of black because it’s easy as they’ll tell you “black goes with everything” (it doesn’t, it’s…
Many years ago I gave a talk to a group of wonderful women who were of more advanced age. I asked them how they wanted to look and feel in their clothing. And then I asked them to put up their hand if they wanted to look and feel frumpy. Not one hand was raised,…
The Australian government recently received a body image report that advises on all manner of aspects to help build a better body image. The report encourages advertisers, the media and the fashion industry to promote more positive body image messages. The report includes a Voluntary Industry Code of Conduct on Body Image (see below) which…
Busting the Black Myth In fashion magazine after fashion magazine you will read that essential in every woman’s wardrobe is a pair of black trousers and a Little Black Dress because both these garments are the most flattering and slimming you can find. They are of course aren’t they? I’m here to bust the…
One of the big trends I’ve noticed both in fashion shows and online is the belted blazer. When I was at a Melbourne Fashion Week show, many of the ‘hot young things’ were wearing belted blazers, most commonly in a check pattern tweed fabric. So, should you invest in a belted blazer? Is The Belted…
Melbourne is known for its four seasons in one day weather, and Spring is the time of year that you really feel the brunt of it. It makes choosing an outfit difficult, because it might be cold, then hot, rainy then sunny and there is only so much layering you can do. Here is how…
After over 14 years of spending time in the wardrobes of women from all around the world, of different ages and occupations, the common theme I’ve discovered is that the very best wardrobes of the women who are most stylish are built over time. One shopping trip will not get you the wardrobe of your…
Bold prints have a magical way of transforming an outfit, injecting energy, personality, and a touch of drama into your wardrobe. If you’ve ever shied away from vibrant patterns, thinking they’re too loud or hard to pull off, now is the time to reconsider with my bold prints style tips. Bold prints can be playful,…
Old socks with holes in them or just odd socks that have lost their pair? Worn out grubby sneakers? These are often apparel items that just get tossed in the bin, not good enough to give to any thrift store. I mean who wants your stinky old socks and shoes? Rather than throw them in…
Denim is a staple in most wardrobes, and rightly so. It has many uses, is a hard-wearing fabric, and can be dressed up or down (to a certain extent). As far as cost per wear goes, most people get the maximum value from their favourite jeans. How to Choose Denim Garments (including Jeans) Fabric drape…
Do you have a very hard time getting rid of things you’ve owned and loved for decades and are still in good shape? You are not alone… This is not everybody’s issue. Some people happily let things go but other people just hold on to things for an awfully long time. They may no longer…
Happy World Book Day! Let’s Crack Open a Universe of Style Have you ever stopped to think about the magic a book holds? It’s a portal to countless worlds, a repository of wisdom whispered across centuries, and a wellspring of inspiration waiting to be tapped. As someone who spends a good chunk of my time…
