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Blog — Wardrobe Review
Viewing The Late Queen’s Clothes Exhibition at The King’s Gallery
What a treat! On a beautiful September day, unusually warm and sunny for the time of year, I headed to The King’s Gallery to view The Late Queen’s Clothes Exhibition. Our timed entry slot was 11:45am, and thankfully the queue was surprisingly short. The visit was made even more special because I attended with fellow Stylist Lucy Barrett. […]
Your complete Personal Style Guide to Wearing a Hat in the UK
Wearing a hat in the UK isn’t just a fashion choice – it’s a tradition woven into the fabric of our most formal social occasions. From weddings to Royal Garden Parties to the spectacle of Royal Ascot, hats carry history, symbolism, and a surprising number of unspoken rules. For many, navigating these expectations can feel […]
Why So Many Women Wear Black – and what it really says about you
Black is the ‘colour’ so many of us fall back on. It’s easy, it’s familiar, and it feels like it “just works.” But I meet countless women who wear black even after being told it isn’t their best shade. Some haven’t discovered their colour palette yet; others simply feel safer blending in. Whatever your reason, […]
What did the 2nd Annual Survey of Women’s Thoughts about Dressing and Shopping reveal? [Part 1 Summary]
In December 2024 and December 2025 I invited women to complete an anonymous 18 question survey, to explore how the modern woman thinks about dressing and shopping. In 2024 109 women responded, and in 2025 that number rose to a fantastic 169, giving me even richer data to analyse. This [Part 1] Summary focuses on […]
2025 Trend for Halternecks
Have you noticed this year’s trend for halternecks? Yes, they’ve made a comeback, but this time they are looking much sexier, more sophisticated and have interesting embellishments or gorgeous materials. Whether you went with the trend in the 1970s or 1990s, we’re pleased they’re back as they are glamorous and draw attention very much to […]
Holiday packing revisited
I recently went on a month’s holiday, involving a two week cruise where the weather could have been cool and very wet, and another area where the temperature was warm and dry! The suitcase allowance was 23Kg, with a further 10Kg allowed as carry-on luggage on the plane and I could have a handbag. How […]
How is Paris Fashion Week (3rd to 11 March) shaping what we wear this Spring/Summer season, 2025?
To answer this question: how is Paris Fashion Week (3rd to 11 March) shaping what we wear this Spring/Summer season in 2025, I outline the features to note. Most of us can’t afford (and probably wouldn’t want to wear) some of the high-end fashion pieces showcased on the Paris Fashion Week catwalk. But we do […]
Goodbye summer, Hello autumn
In climate terms, 1st September heralds the autumn months (September, October and November). The amount of light in the UK reduces because of the way the earth is tilted towards the sun at this time of year for us in the UK, and so we go from summer to autumn. I wonder what this year’s […]
A Guide to Layering
Layering is one of those trends that come in and out of fashion from time to time, but which can also serve a very practical purpose too. Whatever the season, layering clothes can help you go from indoor to outdoor or day to night with ease, and without having to plan a different wardrobe for […]
What to wear for a headshot or other important photographs
When considering what to wear for a headshot, whether you’ve booked professional headshots for work, a family photoshoot or you’re at an event where you know people will be snapping pictures, it can bring you more confidence and you will project yourself better if you’re feeling comfortable and stylish in what you are wearing. If […]