The Joy of Packing Cubes
Many of you asked for more information about why I think using packing cubes is such a good idea, so in today’s blog I’ve covered all the reasons I now wouldn’t ever travel without them! Honestly, the speed and ease of packing and organising your luggage is hugely satisfying both for packing up before you leave, unpacking (or not!) on arrival and then packing up again at the end of your holiday.
Personal Scale. Could this be why you don’t wear your jewellery?
Scale isn’t a word I ever associated with personal style, until I trained in Image Consultancy. You see, I just thought that a pretty necklace would always be a nice addition to an outfit. Until it didn’t. I’d put one on, look in the mirror, then take it off again. I...
How To Choose The Right Shoes For Your Outfit
Which shoes to wear is probably my most asked question. There are SO many reasons why choosing the right shoe for you and your outfit can be tricky. Maybe you have problem/painful feet – I did for years and then I had my bunions done! Perhaps comfort is one of the...
Buying Guide: Ankle Boots
One of the many things I love about this time of year, are the boot-wearing opportunities. And this autumn we are TOTALLY spoiled for choice! It’s with great enthusiasm today, that I’ve prepared for you a snapshot of the ankle boots that are on the shelves...
Summer Holiday Accessory Essentials
Going away this summer? Dreading the thought of assimilating a holiday capsule wardrobe that will serve you well from breakfast ‘til cocktails? If you have the basics covered (swimwear, sandals, shorts, t-shirts, sundress and something wafty for evening)...
How To Look Your Best On Film
Why you need to know how to dress for video I recently took the plunge and recorded my first Facebook Live videos. Boy is that terrifying?! There is so much to consider: eliminating background noise, remembering what you want to say, getting the technology working,...
Dear Helen, how can I wear this!?
Dear Helen, I have lots of beautiful necklaces but I feel silly when I wear them. Why do I feel like this and where am I going wrong? This week, I’m playing Agony Aunt again. Here’s my advice for anyone struggling to wear necklaces…. Like Marmite, when it comes to...
How to put an end to the morning ‘what to wear?’ stress-out
Are you a Daphne or a Velma? As a child, I used to watch a fair bit of TV. One programme my brothers and I enjoyed (though goodness knows why) was Scooby Doo. I’m not going to ask if you ‘remember’ Scooby Doo, because, amazingly they are still churning them out! My...
4 Reasons For Feeling Frumpy and What To Do About It!
What to do when a bad clothes day has become a way of lifeOne of the things I love about running my annual Get Your Style Sorted Masterclass is the honesty and sharing that happens in the room. I’m not bigging myself up here; it’s down to the amazing women who come...
How To Choose The Right Accessories To Make Your Outfit Rock!
We’ve got a thing about size in this country. There is a LOT of time spent comparing house size, car size, and the size of all sorts of other <ahem> things. Who hasn’t ever felt a stab of envy at spotting a friend’s simply ENORMOUS, sparkly, new...