Thursday 28th July 2016

Beach Beauty

Seasonal

Finally some warm weather has arrived in the UK, let's hope it’s here to stay! During the Summer months (and whilst you’re on holiday) it is a good idea to take a look at your usual beauty…

Tuesday 5th July 2016

Best Dressed Wedding Guest

Bridal

The arrival of Summer also heralds the start of wedding season and selecting an outfit that is flattering, comfortable, appropriate for the occasion and adaptable for the great British Summer can ofte…

Monday 6th June 2016

Festival Chic

Seasonal

If you thought that Festival dressing was all about wellies and waterproofs, think again. A girl (or boy) has to consider at great length what she (he) is going to wear to this year’s festivals.…

Thursday 19th May 2016

On The Plus Side!

Women

“I never wanted to look like models on the cover of magazines. I represent the majority of women and I am very proud of that.” Adele. Well said Adele, I am sure there are lots of us that a…

Wednesday 11th May 2016

Material Girl!

Clothing

I visited a Vintage Fayre this weekend. What fun! Everything from the 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s for sale – clothes for ladies and gentlemen, fabulous fashion accessories and even the odd retro …

Monday 25th April 2016

Rebel rebel!

Clothing

David Bowie was Ziggy Stardust, Aladdin Sane, The Thin White Duke, A dapper gentleman and a style icon throughout his career. He was unarguably fashion's king of self-invention. As well as being a mus…

Monday 11th April 2016

Buckle up!

Services

After a bit of a style dry spell on the belt front, the humble accessory is back with a bang. So, step forward with a pirate-inspired ‘swashbuckling’ belt – think, Captain Jack Sparr…

Monday 21st March 2016

Fashion is served sunny-side up for Spring/Summer 2016!

Colour

"Colours this season transport us to a happier, sunnier place where we feel free to express a wittier version of our real selves," said Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Colour Insti…

Monday 14th March 2016

Fashionista in Training or Do We Mean Trainers?

Clothing

Getting a new pair of trainers at the beginning of the year is like getting a new pencil case for the start of school. This season whether you are a gym fan or have a gym phobia, the choice available …

Thursday 25th February 2016

Be a beautiful bridal party!

Bridal

He's popped the question, you've said yes, everyone is delighted - now the most important thing is choosing your wedding dress.. or is it? Shouldn't you be looking at the whole bridal party? You would…

Wednesday 17th February 2016

Make every day a duvet day!

Seasonal

Yes this winter, you don’t have to call in sick to have a duvet day – just buy a duvet jacket or coat - then every day can be a duvet day.

Thursday 28th January 2016

Valentine – will your partner be a saint or sinner?

Seasonal

According to my great friend Google, way back in the ancient mists of time, the Roman Emperor Claudius II decreed that young men should be forbidden to marry because single men made better soldiers. A…

Thursday 14th January 2016

Going back to your boots!

Seasonal

In the UK we just love our boots! Boots are more than just staple footwear for winter; they can be practical or uber-stylish and are extremely versatile for dressing up or down. Investing in a couple …

Monday 4th January 2016

How to shop the Sales!

Seasonal

Who can resist the lure of the sales? With everything you never needed at eye-wateringly low prices, it can be difficult not to splurge on unnecessary items.

Thursday 10th December 2015

The men's guide to gift buying!

Seasonal

How may ladies reading this blog paint that grateful smile on their faces when opening that present from their husband/partner? After all it’s the thought that counts isn’t it?

Wednesday 25th November 2015

Downton Fashion!

Announcements

With the final series of Downton Abbey behind us, many of us are considering what we are now going to do between 9pm and 10pm on a Sunday evening. Not only have we enjoyed the breath-taking countrysid…

Friday 6th November 2015

Pyjamarama!

Seasonal

When the days are becoming shorter and summer seems a long way off, what better way to stay cosy at night than to snuggle up in a pair of pyjamas.

Monday 19th October 2015

To sleeve or not to sleeve, that is the question

Men

As you know from previous blogs I am a great fan of the sleeve. How many of us feel their arms need to be slimmed down or have bingo wings? How many of us have gone to a dinner dance during the winter…

Tuesday 6th October 2015

Are you seeing double?

Style Tips

When I work with my clients giving them advice on what styles/colours best suit them, the major thing we need to take into consideration is their personality and lifestyle. As well as chatting through…

Wednesday 16th September 2015

Beware the school-gate fashion police!

Women

Is there nowhere to hide from the eye of the school gate fashion police? My clients tell me that all they want to do is wake up in a daze, climb into crumpled jumper and jeans and get the children to …

Tuesday 18th August 2015

The chunky sandal take-over

Seasonal

The great thing about working in the fashion and styling industry is that it keeps you guessing and always surprises. One such surprise - so book that pedi – is that the high street’s hott…