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The Wardrobe Basics Myth - What you really need for a Functional, Professional wardrobe
You open the doors. You scan the rails. You sigh.
If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Most busy professional men and women don’t lack clothes - they lack clarity. They have pieces that almost work, outfits that worked once, and a few impulse buys that never quite earned their place. What they don’t have is a dependable system, which means the right basics.
I’m going to redefine what wardrobe basics really mean, and how to choose them with the least amount of stress, thought and time.
YOUR ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO GETTING YOUR WARDROBE SPRING READY - by a stylist and a home organiser
Spring has finally sprung, and many of us face the same challenge - you’re standing in front of a full wardrobe, looking at a tired collection of clothes that don’t inspire or excite you, and you’re feeling that you have nothing to wear. It’s time to breathe life and new energy back into your everyday outfits. This isn’t about buying a whole new set of clothes, but making a few tweaks and changes to existing outfits and being intentional with your Spring styling to give it a new lease of life.
This is your guide on how to edit and organise your wardrobe and fall back in love with your clothes!
Understand Cost Per Wear and How to Make the Most of Your Wardrobe
We live in a consumer-driven society where fashion trends change rapidly, and it's easy to fall into the trap of constantly buying new clothes. However, one way to make more sustainable and cost-effective choices is to consider the cost per wear (CPW) of the items in your wardrobe and how it will help you to stop wasting money.
Packing Light - How to Create Your Capsule Holiday Wardrobe
If you are a maximalist, the thought of packing for a holiday can leave you feeling overwhelmed and stressed about how you’re going to fit everything in your case. You’re definitely not alone, but once you’ve mastered the art of packing light you’ll never look back!
How to Make Flared Jeans Look Good - A Styling Guide
Flares are back as a credible alternative to skinnies. With their figure-hugging fit around the waist, bum and thighs, they widen out below the knee into a bell bottom shape and flatter all bodyshapes.
A Guide to Wearing Red - How to Discover Your Perfect Shade
It’s true. Red is a versatile colour that can look great on anyone. However, there are many different shades of red, which will work better on some people than others.
Know the Trends For Spring '23
Hooray! After what feels like a long Winter (doesn’t it always?), Spring is on the horizon and the shiny, brand new season collections are arriving in store and online…
Are You Stuck in a Style Rut and Need to Climb Out?
If you are wearing the same, predictable outfits on repeat, then you are probably in the depths of a style rut…