Did you know that there is a shoe colour that will work with all your outfits? If you’re like many women who don’t want (can’t afford, or just don’t have the space for) an Imelda Marcos shoe wardrobe with thousands of shoes in every colour and style, then finding your ideal shoe colour will really…
I love your statement necklaces. I’d love to know the different places where you find most of them. Do you have a low end starting price in order to find the quality you want? Handmade Markets, Amazon, Ebay, Boutiques I find them from everywhere. I look far and wide. I find them at clothing stores,…
Balance is the concept of visual equilibrium. When we talk about dressing for your body shape and body proportions, what we are trying to do create visual balance. There are 4 main principles of co-ordination that influences how you achieve balance with your outfits. These are: Levels of Refinement Principle of Volume Related Shapes Related Lines When…
My question is about make-up, if I wear glasses, do I need to wear more make-up? Makeup and Glasses? Do You Need More or Less? This is an interesting question and there is no one right answer! It may depend on your prescription and what you can see, such as if you are long or…
I have an organising mantra, and that is, out of sight, out of mind. So if you can’t see it to access it, you won’t wear it. From layering items onto the same hanger (don’t do it) to shelves of clothes that you can’t even access what’s at the back. This is why I love…
What kind of handbag to choose for your body- is there a relationship between body shape and suitable handbag shapes besides size? How To Choose a Handbag to Flatter Your Body and Style Purpose and Practicality of the Handbag Is it an everyday handbag that you’re after? How much stuff do you need to carry…
“Could you talk about negative space? In fabrics and accessories? What is it about a person that harmonizes with negative space? Is this a yin quality? It seems ethereal, like I’m asking to talk about what isn’t there.” What is negative space anyway? Is it good or bad? Who should or shouldn’t wear it? I…
I was recently interviewed by Carol who is a member of my 7 Steps to Style program and runs a business providing jewellery supplies and has tips and tricks on her YouTube channel on making jewellery. We discuss in this video how to choose jewellery that suits you and I wanted to share the interview…
Are you unsure of how to successfully add jewellery and other accessories to more colourful outfits? Do you worry that you will look ridiculous or just overdone? Fear not, I’m here to give you the Accessorizing with Colourful Outfits fast-start course with just 3 top tips to follow. 1. Relate the Colours The first…
Accessories can be extremely powerful because they complete a look, often taking it from nice to fabulous. Eye-catching accessories can also make a strong style statement. When you are considering accessories for your outfit, you should consider the principles of co-ordination. There are 4 main principles of co-ordination – these are: Levels of Refinement Principle…
We all know the feeling of going into our closet and feeling like we have nothing to wear. But there are ways to add more interest and unique colour combinations to your outfits without going shopping, just using a little creativity. Open your closet and pull out your go-to’s, look at different ways you can…
Which Outfits Should You Wear Nude Shoes With? Nude shoes are something you see frequently on the red carpet and they can be a great addition to your shoe wardrobe. But when should you wear them and who do they suit the most? How to decide when to wear nude shoes to elongate the leg…
In This Video 0.07 – How do I get to be more adventurous with my style? 5.30 – How do I narrow down what works for me? I get overwhelmed by all the options in stores. 10.08 – Where do I find nice clothes at affordable prices? Adding Element What You Must Know…
Taking the extra step to complete an outfit is where many women fall down. They put on clothes, not outfits. My clients will tell me that they don’t know how to create an outfit. They see other women look put together and wish they could do the same. They don’t know what to wear with…
In This Video 0.08 How to get ideas for outfits when all the inspiration is on slim young women – it’s hard to translate this to my size 3.00 – Finding clothes that fit and are affordable when you’re short and plus size 8.13 – I’m a short waisted pear shape (A Shape) is there…
Jeans are an everyday staple for many these days. They are practical and durable and go with everything. So how do you decide what to wear with your jeans? There are just so many options of what to wear with your jeans. Depending on whether you want to dress them up or down. Here…
How to stop your glasses fogging up when wearing a mask is one of the big issues when wearing face mask. I’ve got a few tips in the video plus some on communicating effectively with one on! How to Stop Your Glasses Fogging Up With Your Face Mask On Make sure your mask fits…
Can You See Clearly? Scene: at Imogen’s makeup supplier Imogen holding up a bunch of lipsticks and trying to decipher the names on the labels. “Does this one say Winterberry?” Imogen asks the sales assistant Sales assistant comes over and looks at the lipstick and says “it’s upside down, I can’t read it” Imogen turns…
In this Video 0.10 How do you determine your balance points? 4.19 Body 8 shape vs X shape – what’s the difference and why is the advice for each different? 6.44 Are there any shades of brown I could pick for my shoes and bags if my colouring is cool and bright? Balance Points Understanding…
Here is my quick and easy Contoured Face Mask Pattern that takes only a few minutes to make. Contoured Face Mask Instructions Thick stretch fabric such as a scuba or Ponte knit which are water-resistant polyester-spandex blend fabrics – each piece needs 20cm x 16cm – so you can find fabric scraps to fit (this…
Your weekly roundup of style and colour Q&A videos – please do email me your pressing colour and style questions to answer in upcoming videos! Your Questions Answered in this video 0.10 How can I create a capsule wardrobe when I have low colour contrast and don’t want to include neutrals? 4.15 As a low…
