Not just the bi-annual wardrobe transitions from summer to winter and back again. What do you do when your wardrobe needs a major overhaul? Where to start? You first need to define your personal style. Watch the video and discover how to transition your wardrobe to one that works for you, your lifestyle and personal…
Today I’m delighted to have the very Stylish Thoughts of Sunshine Coast based (Australia) Jill Chivers, a reformed shopaholic, who is an advocate for conscious shopping and from 16 Style Types. What is the secret to great style? Beauty that radiates from within, and is expressed authentically on the outside. When you finally get…
What is style? Most of the people I see want to have style and look stylish – yet they will all dress differently. Style is not about a particular look, but the way you put together your clothing and accessories that suits your unique personality. Style is the best expression of you. Click To Tweet…
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 Issue: My biggest challenge is creating a cohesive style when my wardrobe is made up of extremes: very boring and very outrageous, very feminine and very androgynous, too youthful and too ageing, and I hate shopping too! There are many answers to this question, and I did follow up with the reader about…
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Beyond Retail Therapy: The Real Journey to Authentic Style Do you often find yourself strolling through the dazzling aisles of boutiques or endlessly scrolling through online shopping websites in search of the perfect outfit or garment, hoping it will magically transform your style? It’s a common tale. As a personal stylist and color and image…
There is so much out here on the internet about wardrobe capsules. When I started writing about them six years ago, it wasn’t something that people talked much about. Now, they are everywhere and there are hundreds (if not thousands) of blog posts giving advice on how to create your ideal capsule. But what I…
Shopping mistakes around clothing are so common. Why? For a myriad of reasons that may include: Feeling the need to purchase to make the salesperson happy or not feel like you’ve wasted their time Feeling the need to purchase so that you justify your time and effort spent shopping (that hunter/gatherer instinct in us) The…
What is a style recipe? It’s the ingredients that go into making up your unique style. It’s also known as a style statement too and I want to help you determine your style recipe by sharing with you some simple steps to work through. Why should it matter? What I’ve discovered over the years of…
I often hear women lamenting that they find it hard to figure out their style recipe. It’s such a useful tool, it’s definitely worth taking some time and putting a little thought into this. It’s important to remember that a Style Recipe isn’t for life – you can change it as your lifestyle and style…
Reader question: “Now the problem I have is I am just 5 feet and with very petite delicate features I have been told that I’m ultra petite by a good friend, so the clothes I’m drawn to can look as if they’re drowning me. The other thing is that I’m now 64 but again have…
I’m delighted to be sharing the Stylish Thoughts of Dayle who Instagrams at Artful City Style. Based in Manhattan, New York she shares her unique take on style regularly with her followers. Photos taken by Denton Taylor What is the secret to great style? Style is all about personal expression. As opposed to fashion, which…
Rosina wrote me this question: My style question is one of confidence.. I think I alluded to it once before. I really think I have a style: Jeans, boots, long tops, my own jewellery designs, huge purses, arm warmers or opera gloves, and lots of texture. However, I never, ever, EVER feel confident. If someone…
I’m delighted to share the Stylish Thoughts of Bavarian (Germany) blogger Annette who writes Lady of Style What is the secret to great style? Find your own style that you love and that suits your body. Be unique and not mainstream. It is not the latest IT-bag that makes you look stylish! What is the one…
I’m really excited to be sharing the Stylish Thoughts of Rita Blanks. I got to know Rita as she spent time doing my Evolve Your Style 31 day Challenge and also doing my 7 Steps to Style program and it has been really exciting to watch her style evolve and I think she’s a great…
I received this reader question in my email: Where do you find all those lovely matching shoes in such a comfortable style. Every outfit perfectly co-ordinated. Where do you find the time to care for your kids, make dinner, clean house, have time with your spouse and kids and look so good. I would love…
In This Video 0.10 I took the personality test and received the relaxed style answer. I would not wear most of what is shown in that style, not would I wear most of those colors. I am perplexed. Please help. Relaxed Dressing Style How to Use Your Personality to Create Stylish Outfits When You…
How do you express yourself through your clothing? In this podcast with Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types, we discuss how personality influences clothing choices, and how we can use the personality dressing styles to express who we are. There are a variety of well-known personality dressing styles: Classic Relaxed/Casual/Natural Feminine/Romantic Creative/Innovative/Eclectic Dramatic/Bold Rebellious Elegant…
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…
As we say farewell to the transformative style revelations of 2023, let’s take a moment to reflect on the remarkable journey we’ve shared. Throughout the past year, I’ve written and shared 109 blogs posts with you. I hope that these articles have inspired a deep dive into your personal growth, a celebration of self-expression, and…
