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. […]
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Tips For Buying New Clothes: How to shop smarter this Autumn 2026 — and avoid the traps sellers set
Treating yourself to something new this Autumn can feel exciting — but retailers are experts at nudging you into spending more than you planned. If you want to stay in control of your wardrobe, your wallet, and your wellbeing, here are my practical, real‑world tips for buying new clothes without getting caught out. EMOTION: The […]
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 […]
Easy Mother of the Bride Shopping
Fiona and her long‑standing client, Susan, share their experience — from both perspectives — in this latest look at how to make Mother of the Bride shopping simple, enjoyable, and stress‑free. Background With six months to go before her daughter’s wedding, Susan casually mentioned to Fiona that she might need help finding an outfit. A […]
Stop Blaming your body: start fixing your clothes!
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 […]
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 […]