Frocktober continues and I’m sharing more dress styling ideas for you to try with your own dresses at home. Please make a small donation to my fundraising efforts to help find an early detection test for ovarian cancers which is a silent killer of many women. Your donation will help save lives. And I want…
Have you ever had family photos taken? Or need to have some sort of group photo taken (and we’re not talking about one of those boring staid work group shots) but have no idea what to wear? Then watch this video where expert photographer Elizabeth Marx of Almond Leaf Studios shares her expert advice from…
In the ever-changing landscape of our lives, personal style undergoes transformations, reflecting shifts in routines and surroundings. Since 2020, the professional realm has embraced the virtual, and the challenge of maintaining a stylish yet comfortable wardrobe has become a shared experience. Recognizing changes in lifestyle and work climate is crucial. It’s more than adapting to…
Following on from my post on working with your low contrast colours. Here are some examples of Medium Value Contrast outfits to get you inspired! Medium Value Contrast Now let’s look at patterns Medium Value Contrast – Patterns As you can see in this picture, even with a medium value contrast, you still…
I wondered if you could expand on layering tops and what works together. I’m thinking of what goes over scoop necks,v necks, and square neck tops or Tshirts. Thanks Whether it’s a jacket or a cardigan that goes over your top or t-shirt you want to work with the neckline of your cardigan to find…
I have recently acquired some lovely short sleeve kind of shrugs or boleros and cropped jackets. They are on the dressier side. One is silk with a slight sheen and the other is a low pile faux fur in a classic leopard print. I know how to wear them with a little dark dress but…
Can you show how each of the personal styles (classic, relaxed, elegant, etc) using the same base such as a pair of jeans and a top? This is a question I recently received from a reader. So I’ve put together some images to help you see some examples of different ways each of the…
Have you ever been burnt out in your life? I’ve had three instances in my adult life where I’ve become completely burned out and had to reassess where I was going, what I was trying to achieve and whether or not my approach was working for me, given how I was feeling. The first time…
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…
How do you select prints and patterns that work well with your personal value contrast? If you’re new to the subject of value contrast, it’s worth reading these posts first, so you can discover your value contrast and see how it’s important when putting outfits together. Value is the technical colour word that means how…
Cybill asked how the woman who doesn’t want to show off her upper arms can look stylish and hide this asset. Options to Make Your Upper Arms Look Slimmer 3/4 sleeves – they cut off the arms at a slim point and make the whole arm look slimmer. Alternatively, try a slightly shorter sleeve, that…
Mexico City is a fascinating and beautiful place to visit. Everywhere you go there are artworks, murals and sculptures to enjoy as the Mexican’s seem to really love their art and culture. There are colourful murals on buildings everywhere. They celebrate Mexican culture and arts including icons such as…
My Top 6 Wardrobe Staples For Your Wardrobe If you were starting a wardrobe from scratch what should you buy? Well using a wardrobe capsule formula (you can download and print this one) is a great place to start. We all need wardrobe heroes, but without the supporting acts, the heroes don’t work (unless you…
As many readers are curious about what their colour contrast levels are, I’ve posted these celebrity examples to give you some clues on your colouring. Monochromatic – Low Colour Contrast Monochromatic means one (mono) chroma (colour) – so, in essence, means just one colour at a time. Gwen Stefani with your brown…
I’m really pleased to be sharing the Stylish Thoughts of Southern California based blogger Glenda from So What to Twenty. What is the secret to great style? Iām a firm believer in the idea that fashion is only a small part of great style. Style is the entire essence of a woman. It is important…
How to stop your glasses fogging up when wearing a mask is one of the big issues when wearing face mask. I’ve got a few tips in the video plus some on communicating effectively with one on! How to Stop Your Glasses Fogging Up With Your Face Mask On Make sure your mask fits…
By Ms MakeItOver Bernadette Lis The new scarf jewelry findings are great and a lot of fun! (They bring order to my disorderly folding!) I have only experimented with the “center tube” type and not the beads yet. Since they came as a trio in the package, I decided to keep one intact so that…
Imogen would you do a post, with illustrations, for golden mean proportions on petites for casual styles and for skirts and dress ensembles? I know you have done casual capsules, but I need more guidance. Firstly, I just want to stress that you shouldn’t get obsessed with following the golden meanexactly! It’s certainly harder for…
Today I’m introducing you to Adelaide based colour consultant & stylist Lizzy Eden of Fashion with a Friend. 1. What is the secret to great style? Being honest and true to yourself and really reflecting your own authentic personality through your clothing; when you do this confidence and comfort follow. 2. What is the one…
Did you know that September celebrates all things Second Hand – via the Oxfam Charity where people pledge to buy only second-hand for the month to reduce waste and to stop your impulse to stock up on the latest season arrivals (which is so easy as change of fashion season is here). With so many…
In my experience as an image consultant (personal stylist) working in client’s wardrobes, accessory storage is something that can make a big difference to how stylish you are. Why? Well if it’s hard to find your accessories, hard to see them or access them, then it’s unlikely you’ll bother wearing them. If it’s easy to…
