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 […]
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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 […]
What exactly is beauty?
What exactly is beauty? I’m in the beauty business, but just lately I’ve been wondering what exactly is beauty? I’m sure you’ve heard the sayings: “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder” and “beauty is only skin deep“. At first these sentiments seem to contradict each other – one celebrates the individuality of beauty […]
My thoughts on what’s coming into the shops this Autumn/Winter 2025/6 season
If you’re looking for something new to wear right now, I’ve viewed Hobbs and Boden websites to see what’s new in to their shops and online. I would say that there is something for everyone, but if you are searching in the next 3 months you will find the colours more suited to “Autumn” and […]
Smart Shopping at Kettlewell Colours in Somerset
Finding Kettlewell Colours I’ve known Kettlewell Colours since around the time Melissa created the company, and I’ve seen it grow from strength to strength. The fabulous thing about Kettlewell Colours is that it plugged a gap for ladies who knew what shades of their colours to buy but couldn’t find them! Her approach makes shopping […]
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 […]