Reader Question: What are Neutrals?

You speak of neutrals which raises yet another color question. I always thought that gray, white and black were the only true neutrals, however, I’ve always thought stone should be included in that list. I also read in some fashion magazines where they indicated that teal and coral were colors that looked good on everyone, [...]

How to Choose an Evening Dress that Will Last a Decade

Just received an invite to a cocktail party next month What is a good dress style for me that would be timeless and look gorgeous? I need an idea on the best style that will last a decade but I could dress down for dinner too. Otherwise, I just won’t get the wear out of [...]

What’s Your Best Neutral – Blonde Hair

Could you talk a bit about the use of neutrals with signature colors – specifically neutrals other than black? I’m a pale strawberry blond with green-flecked blue eyes, and greenish-blue and pink are both wonderful colors on me. But what neutrals should I pair with these? I adore black and wear it all the time. [...]

How to Choose the Colour of Your Shoes

I LOVE your blog. I refer to it ALL the time. Thank you! I have a question for you? What color shoes would you wear with a champagne goldish dress with tiny sparkles? The style is just just above knee length and is a cocktail dress. Thank you for your time in advance for answering! [...]

How to Store Knitwear

How to Store Knitwear by imogenl on Polyvore What is the best way to store knits/sweaters so that they hold their shape? But also so that they are easy to access and coordinate for outfits? I’ve put most of my clothes on hangers coordinated by color, which helps a lot, but I don’t think I’m [...]

How to Wear a Sheer Blouse

Wearing a black cami under a sheer blouse

I love sheer/see-through blouses/shirts, as they are very elegant, but what should I wear underneath to not lose from that elegance (and colour) but to tone down the sexiness/edginess of the outfit? Susie Sheer or see-through blouses are gorgeous, but to avoid looking too sexy, particularly in the workplace, it’s advisable to wear the right [...]

Dress Codes and Your Work Culture

Casual Dress Codes by imogenl featuring leather boots My question is how much can I differ from the dress culture at my office? February is the coldest month where I live. I’ve been thinking of wearing my jacket at work as a extra. The thing is, is that very few women who work in my [...]

Levels of Refinement

Question regarding DRESSING UP/DOWN: I have many cardigans – cotton, colourful, not v structured, they are pretty but casual. If I was to wear any of these with something elegant, such as a top and a skirt, both made of satin, the cardigan would not dress the top and skirt down, it would simply look [...]

Professional Comfortable Businesswear

Can you do a post for professional yet comfortable clothes for those who work in education? Comfortable Stylish workwear by imogenl featuring ballerina shoes For those who work in a more relaxed business environment such as the education sector it can be hard to look stylish and professional yet also feel comfortable. 1.  Find comfortable [...]

How to Have Parisian Style

Parisian chic is loved by many and I have been asked how to have this French chic style if you haven’t got the slim  Parisian body. According to the book Parisian Chic: A Style Guide by Ines de la Fressange where she shares lots of tips and I do love her Fashion Faux Pas when you’re [...]