Why you should stop getting style advice from your friends
Every so often, I hear things or read things about how we should dress, that make me mad and a bit sad. We are all beautifully different for a reason. We look different, we have different personalities, different taste, different lifestyles and different values.
How to create your hot-weather capsule wardrobe
Now that summer has finally arrived, I wonder how you are feeling about your style? For many women, summer is the trickiest time to dress and I know exactly why.
Have you ever shopped from your own wardrobe?
Have you ever shopped from your own wardrobe? Do you even know what it means? One of my favourite ways to support my private clients is in a mix and match session where we create as many fabulous outfits as we can from what they already own.
How to find YOUR perfect jeans
Despite being one of the most popular items of clothing in a woman’s wardrobe, finding the perfect pair for you is no mean feat. Whether you like to wear jeans on a daily basis or just for going out (remember that?) you’ll find my jeans-buying tips useful.
What’s new for spring summer 2021
We aren’t quite there yet but each day I notice something else on my daily walk that shows me that winter is almost over. I enjoy each season (although Autumn is my fave) and I LOVE change, so when the days become lighter and longer and the beautiful sunny daffodils appear, it brings me a definite spring in my step. That, coupled with the very real prospect of being able to live a bigger life this summer has me feeling SO happy.
Are You Tired Of Feeling Meh?
Remember those days of taking time in the shower, doing your hair nicely, putting on more than a lick of make-up. Choosing which perfume feels right for the day? Admiring yourself in the mirror and enjoying a compliment whether from someone you live with or someone you see through a screen.
How To Buy Well
My new favourite mantra is this: “Buying more and more items of clothing does not magically mean loads of great outfits.” A well thought out wardrobe that provides you with great outfit combinations does not require a constant stream of new pieces. And during...
My Sales Shopping Strategy
I hope you’ve had a wonderful and safe Christmas even if it was a very different celebration this year. You don't follow me for doom and gloom, so I'm avoiding mentioning anything about this week's news and am committed to continue to provide you with positive,...
7 Low Key Christmas Outfit Ideas
There’s no doubt this festive season will be different for most of us. I usually have a constant stream of fun, social dates in my diary throughout December, from a civilised carol concert with my mum to my (often messy) university reunion. My wardrobe needs to work...
How To Get Perfectly Fitting Clothes When You Are Petite
This week, I'm sharing a fantastically useful guest post written by the talented London dressmaker, Dara Stringham, of Dara Ford. Dara is a women’s tailor and designer based in Isleworth, West London. From wedding dresses to smartly tailored pieces, Dara’s designs are...