The Dramatic Personality Dressing Style is one that you may see as bold and attention seeking. Commonly it includes larger scale patterns, details or accessories, sharp angles in design and bold colours. It’s a style that suits a stronger personality, one who is not interested in blending-in with the crowd, but instead wants to stand…
Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and I were asked to discuss the topic of style and aesthetics and how they relate to fashion trends (particularly if you’re not a keen follower of the trends but still love attractive and beautiful clothing and enjoy style and dressing. In this podcast, we reference The Lost Art…
Reader’s question: “Hi Imogen, I was on Yelp today and reading up on reviews for clothing places to shop in NYC. I saw a number of reviewers talk about how difficult it is for the 30 or 40 something to find clothes that still make them look young but aren’t so young looking that make…
I discovered the fabulous style of Mrs Maya Plays on Instagram a few years back and have been following her ever since, enjoying her unique take on style and so was delighted when she agreed to share her Stylish Thoughts with Inside Out Style readers. Maya lives in Perth, Western Australia. And for those of…
Ah, summer! The season of sunshine, beach trips, and, let’s be honest, a bit of a wardrobe dilemma. As temperatures rise, so does the challenge of looking stylish while staying cool and comfortable. If you’re like many women, you might find yourself longing for the layered looks of winter, where jackets and trousers can easily…
Free Guide 11 Real Life Examples Of Dressing To Your Contrast Discover how to use contrast in your outfits by downloading this PDF and stay informed with lots of fresh style tips! By signing up for this free guide you will be added to my weekly ezine full of the latest style and colour tips…
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…
In This Video 0.08 Want to dress age appropriate but many woman my age dress frumpy or 10 years older. I’m 63. Many women my age don’t care how they look. How do I know if I’m dressing my age? Age Appropriate Dressing What are Age Appropriate Clothes and Colours and How to Find Them?…
If you’re wondering how to dress an 8-shape body, you’re in the right place! With a beautifully balanced hourglass figure, the right styling choices can help you highlight your curves effortlessly. But knowing how to dress your shape in a way that enhances your curves—while feeling comfortable—can sometimes be a challenge. Your body has a…
The style that those with a highly relaxed, natural and more casual personality style find hardest to wear is evening wear. All that fuss, uncomfortable clothing (and possibly underwear required), high heels, highly groomed. Do you really have to dress up? Does it really matter? Are these a couple of questions you ask yourself? If…
Age is Just a Number Let’s kick off by debunking the myth that age should dictate your fashion choices. Your style is a reflection of your personality, and it’s time to embrace your unique self. Instead of conforming to what used to be style rules and societal norms such as having to cut your hair…
Today in this video Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and I discuss the idea of “uniform dressing” (think Jackie Kennedy Onassis, Audrey Hepburn, Anna Wintour) and who it may appeal to (and who it doesn’t). I would love to know your thoughts – do you like to dress to a formula or a uniform…
Understanding Your Personal Style – Is Your Style Your Own or Someone Else’s? Have you ever stood in front of your closet, surrounded by heaps of clothes, yet still unsure of what truly reflects your personal style? You find yourself second-guessing whether your choices are genuinely yours or merely a reflection of others’ expectations. Well,…
I have a burning question: How do I create interesting outfits as a medium-high value contrast and low color contrast gal? Everything about me is warm – my skin, eyes, and hair – all a shade of gold-ish caramel/chocolate. I am by no means Jennifer Lopez, but I feel like her coloring matches mine well…
Hi Imogen, It seems that different personalities especially regards to accessories, associated with a certain refinement level. For example elegant chic & classic seems accessories that associated with mainly level 1 or maybe 2. Relaxed person associated with refinement level 3, or maybe 2. However everybody has life situation that involve various refinement levels. Many…
A lovely reader recently shared a concern about my Personality Dressing Style quiz as she received a “Relaxed” style result, but found herself puzzled because she didn’t connect with many of the examples provided. This situation highlights a common issue many face when using style quizzes or guides—feeling disconnected from the suggested styles. Let’s dive…
I get so many requests about how to dress 8 shape bodies, probably because they are so ignored by most image and style books. So I asked Aileen Lane of Nutri-Style in Singapore, who is an 8 shape if she’d share her experiences with you on how she dresses her shape. Here is her post:…
While I was in Sydney at the AICI conference, I shared a hotel room with my lovely friend and image consultant colleague Jan from New Zealand. She was kind enough to let me take a happy snap of her outfits (missed a couple of days sorry) to share with you here. This was on Saturday This is…
Following on from last weeks video on how to measure your body proportions. Here is a short video that shows you a couple of ways to use the Golden Mean (golden ratio, Fibonacci series) to dress in a proportioned manner that is flattering. The golden mean is a ratio that appears in nature and we…
How do your shoes communicate? What is the personality dressing style of your shoes? In this video with Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types, we discuss and show examples of different shoe styles and elements of shoes so you can learn how to interpret your shoes and what they are communicating. What are The Design…
Today, we’re addressing a common concern: how to elevate your classic style without veering into plain Jane territory. If you’ve found yourself feeling like your classic wardrobe is a bit too bland or uninspired, let’s explore how you can add pizzazz and personality to your outfits while staying true to your core style. Do you…
