We’re all trying to buy better, waste less, and make thoughtful choices. But before you give up on a garment that doesn’t quite work, here’s the truth: you can repair it, alter it, or reshape it to fit you — and it’s far more sustainable than starting again. The myths we’ve been sold So many […]
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The London Boutique That Wasn’t: How I Got Caught Out — And How You Can Avoid It
Would you buy from this brand? I did. And I really wish I hadn’t. How it all began On 6th January, I ordered four sale items from a Facebook advert for a “London boutique” called Mabel & Mae. I didn’t know the brand, so I treated it as a test order — £140 spent, free […]
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 […]
Client shopping story: GD, Isle of Wight
A colourful connection: how our relationship began Thirteen years ago, I colour-analysed GD on the Isle of Wight. She turned out to be a “Spring” — and recently exclaimed to me that she’d never have bought a bright orange jumper if it hadn’t been for that session! 😆 Staying in touch with your stylist We’ve […]
