The change in weather means only one thing …
The change in weather means only one thing … your warmer clothes need to come out again! But, what if when you try them on they are a bit tight? What are your options? Buy new bigger sizes? Try to slim into them (eat less / exercise more)? Have your favourites altered? Buying new Have […]
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How should a female Prime Minister dress?
As we may be about to get our third female Prime Minister in the UK (Margaret Thatcher – first and Theresa May – second) I wanted to explore how a female Prime Minister in the UK should dress. Expectations There’s no doubt about it, when it comes to business dressing today, the expectations are confusing. […]
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Your Holiday Packing Sorted
Here’s my free guide to making your holiday packing stress-free! Pack less, wear more and take only what you need with this guide and my checklists. (And there’s a printable version at the bottom in case it’s useful!) If you find packing difficult or want to reduce the amount of luggage you take with you, […]
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Shopping Made Easy: My experience in July 2022, by MB
I was recommended to Fiona by someone I trusted, and she wasn’t wrong. My expectations were high but Fiona didn’t disappoint. I experienced Fiona’s ‘At Home Shopping’ service and this is how it went. From the beginning Fiona listened to my input and that was important. First contact We had a Zoom call first, to […]
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‘Sale of the century’ raises fashionable funds for charity
What do you do when you – unexpectedly – find yourself in possession of several wardrobes full of quality, pre-loved ladies’ clothes and accessories? You hold a giant sale to raise funds for your favourite charity! (At least, that is what I chose to do!) I have always been a supporter of the Hampshire and […]
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What is life about?
Possessions Having recently lost my last parent, the experience of clearing a lifetime of accumulated things (clothes, odds and ends like Christmas cracker contents, as well as pills, glasses and photographs etc) it makes one think about what is important in life. Whatever you believe happens after death, the truth is that we leave this […]
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More Wardrobe Lessons
Since I have been preparing about 600 pieces for my “Sale Of The Century”, I’ve reflected on a few things which are worth sharing. Washing Lots of these clothes washed up well and when taken off the line, didn’t need ironing. (TIP: When choosing something, be aware of the material. I personally avoid linen as […]
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Wardrobe lessons
Not taking the easy route I recently offered to clear my late mother’s clothes. It was a joyful experience, as I had time to remember her in some of the clothes that I had seen her wear, and to reflect on a long and fortunate life. She enjoyed shopping for new things and using them. […]
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Would you like to host a Card Party?
Are you looking for a good excuse to have some friends round again for an enjoyable evening? Why not host a free Confidence with Colour & Style Cards party? Far more fun than the traditional kitchen-equipment party, and much less embarrassing than the ‘bedroom accessories’ party, a YC&S Cards party is a great reason to […]
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Bra shopping
I don’t know about you but buying a new bra can be very daunting! Previous disasters Have you, like me, spent lots of money in the past not being properly fitted and realised, when you have taken the tags off, that it’s not really what you wanted? Well, it’s no wonder. There’s so much choice […]
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