Footwear

Oh, the goalposts have moved again! I’m not referring to the Euros as I’m no football expert (unless I’ve had a glass of wine then I know everything!) No, I’m referring to the office dress code. A common theme is cropping up among the women I have been styling over the past few weeks. With […]

Do you take 10 pairs of shoes for a two week holiday?When suitcase space is at a premium the last thing you want to do is carry unnecessary luggage. Shoes, in particular, can be heavy and awkward so you need to choose the ones you pack with care. You need the right styles to nail […]

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The weather over the Platinum Jubilee weekend has been a typical UK mix of sunshine and showers. We know better than to expect sunshine when we want it, but we’re still disappointed when the rain clouds appear. In my experience many people take this approach to their wardrobes too. In summer it’s easy to buy […]

Our wardrobes are having a challenging time at the moment. Just when you are getting to grips with what to wear back to the office , you now have to factor in 40 degree heat! Unfortunately, it seems that heatwaves are going to be commonplace so in order to ensure you don’t swelter at your […]

Well, that’s easy, it’s the one you’ll wear! Sounds simple, but when you’re faced with time pressures and the lure of a reduced price tag, the ‘going to sit unworn in the wardrobe’ garment is oh too tempting. Here are five tips to help buy clothes you love and avoid wasting your money:- 1: Shop […]

Probably the biggest request I get from clients is to help them look ‘polished and professional’. But what does that actually mean in practice? Let’s remove some of the confusion around what it actually is and crucially what it isn’t. What polished and professional isn’t. It isn’t being groomed to within an inch of your […]

Are you ‘trendy’ and being ‘modern’? ‘I don’t like trends!” said a lady at a recent event I hosted. When I explained that my clients don’t want to dress head to toe in the latest trends either and that they like outfits that feel modern and current, you could see the relief on her face. […]

In these weeks of unpredictable weather, layering is key. Don’t worry, I won’t talk about my thermal vest again (you don’t want a glamour overload). Instead I’m talking about a key wardrobe staple – the crew neck white cotton t-shirt. It is the ideal layering piece as it always looks fresh and modern. It is […]

I was deeply saddened to learn of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. I now realise what a constant resassing presence she has been throughout my life. Whether you are a royalist or not you have to admire her selfless dedication to public service and her unwavering sense of duty. As a mark […]