What's the difference betweern ruching, gathering and draping

Understanding the Impact of Ruching and Gathering

Personal style isn’t just about picking the right clothes; it’s about understanding how certain design elements can enhance or conceal various parts of your body. As an expert in this field with 20 years of experience, I’ve witnessed how strategic choices, particularly with regard to rushing and draping, can significantly impact your appearance.  I was…

What to Wear When You've Gained Menopausal Weight

6 Essential Tips on How to Dress Stylishly When You Have Menopausal Weight Gain

Menopause is a natural stage of life for women, but it can be a challenging time for many. One of the most frustrating things about menopause is gaining weight, which can be difficult to manage. It’s important to be gentle with yourself during this process, as you are adjusting to a new body after having…

128: Colour and Style Q&A: Elegant chic, Hips, and Fabrics

I like Elegant Chic as polished and poised suits me – but I have a casual lifestyle – how can I work with my Opulent palette and have ease in my clothes but capture some elegant chic style on a budgetI have small shoulders and big hips and find that my tops never fit around my hips – what to do?
I love my clothes to be wash and wear but I hate polyester as it doesn’t breathe – what are my choices for fabrics to look for?