The Sublime Palette in the Absolute Colour System of 18 different colour directions is Soft, Light and Cool. It commonly works for people who would be categorised as Summers in the seasonal colour system. Medium-light to light hair, but neither very bright or muted in their colouring, just some softness. Want to know more about…
The Enigmatic Palette in the Absolute Colour System of 18 different colour directions is Smoky, Warm and Dark. It is related to the Autumn palette in the seasonal colour system but is more muted and dusky and has lost some of its obvious warmth with the additional grey. Medium-dark to dark hair, and may be…
The Serene Palette in the Absolute Colour System of 18 different colour directions is Smoky, Light and Cool. It commonly works for people who used to be a “winter” with very dark hair, who are now greying but their hair is still more light than dark, or Summers (blonde/dark blonde) who have gone grey, though…
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…
Have you thought about setting yourself a wardrobe capsule challenge? What’s this? Well, it’s where you decide to limit what you wear in your wardrobe to just a few items for a week or longer. Project 333 is the well-known known version of this (where you take 33 items and wear them, and only them…
The Exotic Palette in the Absolute Colour System of 18 different colour directions is Toasted, Dark and Warm. It commonly works for people who would be categorised as Autumns in the seasonal colour system. Darker hair, warm skin, but neither very bright or muted in their colouring. Want to know more about why I…
by Alison Goodman To grey or not to grey. That has become the question. During four long months in Melbourne lockdown, I saw my meticulously dyed long red hair—a trademark look for me¬—sprout a parting of silvery grey. My first reaction was ‘good grief, hand me the root spray’. Yet, slowly, as the silver grew…
The Spicy Palette in the Absolute Colour System of 18 different colour directions is Toasted, Light and Warm. It is related to both the Spring and Autumn palettes in the seasonal colour system. It’s a similar intensity (brightness) to Autumn and softer than Spring. Medium-light to light hair, but neither very bright or muted in…
I was reading a blog about a mum getting her groove back. Sick of the sloppy she wants style. I posted this piece of advice for her to follow, and thought that you all might find it useful when working out how to find your personal style: How to Develop Your Personal Style …
Welcome to my weekly round-up of my Style Q&A videos that I publish each weekday on my Inside Out Style Facebook page (please join me there and leave me questions to answer in upcoming videos. In this Video: Is there a typical transition path to one’s style as you age through the decades? How do…
In This Video 0.08 I have gained weight due to health issues and have let my hair go grey. So I’m not sure what works for my age and shape (59 yrs young)! Also naturally large busted and short-waisted. Help me not look sloppy and old 4.50 I have taken the style personality quiz and…
In This Video 0.10 I feel like my style is on constant repeat I find it hard to locate any variety anywhere not in my wardrobe or the shops How can I find something different? 5.58 How do I Look smart without being too formal? 10.43 I’ve been hiding in a very basic “uniform” for…
By Alison Goodman In October 2020, I decided to embrace my inner silver foxette and stop dyeing my hair red. It was a big decision for me because my long red mane was my trademark and I had a whole wardrobe geared towards my Spicy colours. Well, it has now been fourteen months; I am…
So What is Smart Casual Anyway? Smart casual treads the line between more businesslike or formal wear and relaxed casual everyday attire. It’s ideal for many relaxed business settings and social occasions with polished, yet relaxed attire. As such, nailing the perfect smart casual look requires balance. A common way to achieve a smart casual…
I often hear from women just how frustrating shopping can be. My clients tell me when we’re on a personal shopping expedition that they normally give up really quickly, and my online community of 7 Steps to Style members has also let me know just how dissatisfying and unfruitful a shopping trip can be. My…
Want to become more stylish? Want to refine your style? Want to feel great and look fabulous every day? Well it’s simple, take a moment at the end of each day to analyse your outfit. Watch This Take Action Spend some time at the end of each day thinking about the elements of your outfit…
The start of a season or the start of the year are often times that you may think about doing a bit of a wardrobe clear-out – cull or reorganization. Jill Chivers of 16 Style Types and I got chatting about this and decided to turn on the camera of our video-conference call and share…
In this Video 0.16 What are some options if you have short legs and dark colouring but need a strap to keep your shoes on? 4.10 Will changing my hair colour change my palette or just my contrasts? 8.06 How do I know if I should wear patterns or solid colours? Faking a Low Vamp…
In This Video 0.08 How do I find my classic signature look without falling for fads and trends? 3.55 I’ve always put comfort over style, I want to change that mentatlity but I’m finding it challenging to put together a beautiful outfit. Most of the times I’m not happy with the results. 6.40 How do…
Another post from one of my lovely readers. Here Kaira share’s her “outfit checklist” as she puts it. The posts she’s found have helped her put together her outfits each day. Here is an *outfit checklist* I recently compiled, with references to your blog posts that relate predominantly to my colouring. What are your best…
Too many wardrobes are full of clothes that their owners don’t love (and they didn’t even love them when they were in the store choosing them), and they certainly don’t flatter the owner. This is why I see so many wardrobes that are full of clothes, yet there is nothing to wear. Your clothes need…
