If you’re an A shape with narrow shoulders or even an 8 shape or X shape or just have more sloping shoulders rather than square shoulders, how can you make them appear broader to create more balance? Necklines – horizontal necklines like boat necks, square necks or wider v-necks can help to broaden. Shoulder detail…
Cropped pants, according to the Fairchild Dictionary of Fashion are “Pants cut at varying lengths between ankle and knee.” So really, anything that ends just below the knee to the ankles. They can have a leg shortening effect so here are some tips on what kinds of shoes to wear them with (as well as…
How long are your shorts? How long or short should your shorts be? This is a question I’m frequently asked so I thought I should post an answer! Shorts are one of those clothing garments that are often rather tricky for many women past the age of 40 to wear. We may not be particularly…
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…
One of the tricks in my magician’s bag of illusions is using colour to elongate and make you look taller (if this is something you desire). Here are some simple ways you can create a more elongated silhouette without having to wear heels of any description! 1. Column of Colour This is a single colour…
What are the Rules of Belting? Belting is common on dresses and some coats, so when styles of dress that include belts are in fashion the question is should you follow this trend or ignore it completely and if you don’t want to ignore it, how do you make it look as good as possible…
Firstly, I just want to say a sincere thank you to all my lovely readers, I appreciate each and every one of you. I love getting your comments and questions – they are the reason I keep blogging. Going through my Google analytics, I thought I’d share the content that was most read during the…
A column of colour is a great way to remove obvious widening horizontal lines from your outfits (find out all about how horizontals work here if you’re not sure!). Now a really great way to draw less attention to your tummy is to create an inner column of colour, which includes a third piece (topper/jacket/cardigan)…
How do I find a hairstyle that suits my face shape? This is the question that we were asked to discuss and share our thoughts on. In this video, Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and I discuss the 5 essential questions you should answer before you cut your hair or choose a hairstyle! Face…
Hi Imogen, Could you give some examples of monochromatic dressing. I’ve only ever done it in black and I’m changing colours. Also, I never want to wear stockings again in my life (Winter an exception perhaps but I usually wear pants). How does one dress monochromatically in a summer dress? Or jeans and top and…
Maxi skirts and dresses are everywhere again this summer here in Australia. They can be a glamorous addition to your wardrobe, work for day and night (though not the office). There are a few tips to consider when wearing maxi’s depending on your height and body shape which I’ll share with you here. So what…
No matter your size, shape or age, most women have issues sourcing clothes that they love, that suit their colouring and that fit and flatter. The further you are away from “manufacturing standards” the harder it becomes and then along with this, you may have heard that there are things you can’t wear, such as…
Denim jackets are a really versatile garment that you can easily add to many outfits. Unless you are young and can carry off the ‘double denim’ look, avoid wearing denim with denim (most of us just aren’t cool enough to carry off the denim suit). Instead pair it with many of your other clothes to…
Whether you have a YouTube channel or post live videos or reels on your social media channels, it’s important to consider what you’re wearing. While it’s essential to dress in a way that reflects your personal style, you also need to make sure that your outfit looks good on camera and doesn’t clash with your…
Post-mastectomy dressing can be tricky as women’s clothing is made to fit a curvier body shape. One of my fabulous 7 Steps to Style readers, Kelly, who has had a double mastectomy offered to share her tips on what she’s found has helped her style and the garments she’s found most flattering when you have…
A lovely reader recently wrote to me with the following conundrum: “I have smooth, wavy hair, with textured skin and have read your post about how to wear texture when you’re naturally smooth, but as I’m the opposite, I wanted some tips on how to wear smooth fabrics when you’re textured.” Ways to Add Smoothness…
How to identify your body shape? One of the questions I get asked the most is “what’s my body shape?” I get emails daily from people wanting to know their shape which is why I have developed my free Body Shape Calculator Quiz. It’s a simple test to help you discover which of the 7…
Ever look in the mirror and wonder, “Why is it so hard to find clothes that actually fit my body?” Let me tell you a secret: You’re not alone—and there’s nothing wrong with your body. I recently got a question from Donna, one of the many women who reached out for style advice. She shared:…
Body Proportions There are body shapes (X, A, H, I, O, V, 8) which tell us where to add detail and where to use horizontals to balance or draw attention, and where to use verticals to elongate. Then there are body proportions, which tell us where to end hems of sleeves, tops, jackets, skirts and…
With my kids being school and pre-school age, I get to spend a bit of time at the school gates and see how the other mums (moms) dress. Yes I know when you’ve got kids your life changes and it’s not so much about you anymore. Your focus becomes your kids, you end up being…
Today I want to share with you some guidance I received from Susan, who has lost a breast due to cancer and has shared her tips on how to disguise it (and other scarring which can happen with surgery). I’ve created some pictures to illustrate her advice. I am a great fan of your website…
