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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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 […]