Plus the best styles on the high street Ever since Kate Moss was pictured in a pair in the Bottega Veneta Spring 23 catwalk show fashion writers have been going nuts for full length wide leg jeans, aka baggy jeans. I’m not one for following trends for the sake of it but this is a …
Queen Bee Style Blog
Welcome to my style blog. For style inspiration on what to wear, where to buy it and how to pull it all together into stylish outfits.
How to prolong the life of your garments
Is this common wardrobe item leaving a bad impression? This is something I find in many of the wardrobes that I edit. I’m not talking about crocs for a change because thankfully I don’t come across so many of them. I’m talking about wire hangers which do, quite literally, leave a bad impression on your …
5 simple ways to refresh your style in 2023
Happy New Year! It’s hard to be enthusiastic about what to wear in January when you just want to hide under the duvet all day. Now the glitter and sparkles are packed away, your wardrobe can feel dull and tired. Clothes have a massive effect on our mood so if you’re feeling dull and tired …
Going out outfits (without sequins)
Plus my top 3 evening wear blouses. If you’re stressing over what to wear to your Christmas drinks, you are not alone. I’ve been talking to a lot of people who feel a bit rusty on Christmas party wear, not a surprise after two years in lockdown! I hope you are all going to glamorous …
Smart wool coats
Coat trends come and go and, in the case of the 90s colourful anorak, come back round again! Yikes, Sergio Tacchini anyone? A classic wool coat however, is an investment piece that you’ll wear season after season. It’s a wardrobe staple that never fails to look smart and sharpen up your outfit. If you’ve been …
Stylish Autumn jumpers to wear now
I’m a firm believer that the right piece of knitwear makes the change of season and onset of colder weather easier to bear. Stylish, effortless and warm, it’s the ‘no brainer’ garment you can throw on to make an instantly stylish outfit – no ironing required! Aside from the obvious benefit of helping you keep …
What we can learn from HM The Queen about style
I was deeply saddened to learn of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. I now realise what a constant resassing presence she has been throughout my life. Whether you are a royalist or not you have to admire her selfless dedication to public service and her unwavering sense of duty. As a mark …
How to look ‘polished and professional’ and what that actually means.
Probably the biggest request I get from clients is to help them look ‘polished and professional’. But what does that actually mean in practice? Let’s remove some of the confusion around what it actually is and crucially what it isn’t. What polished and professional isn’t. It isn’t being groomed to within an inch of your …
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How to dress for work in hot weather.
Our wardrobes are having a challenging time at the moment. Just when you are getting to grips with what to wear back to the office after the pandemic, you now have to factor in 40 degree heat! Unfortunately, it seems that heatwaves are going to be commonplace so in order to ensure you don’t swelter …
Summer sandals that are stylish AND comfortable!
This is an on trend shoe style that is both stylish AND comfortable. I don’t believe in ‘must have’ styles but if you are looking to buy one pair of sandals this summer these should be the ones! Flatform sandals are brilliantly versatile, they look great with trousers, shorts and dresses. They are also ideal …
Five summer essentials you can wear – rain or shine!
The weather over the Platinum Jubilee weekend has been a typical UK mix of sunshine and showers. We know better than to expect sunshine when we want it, but we’re still disappointed when the rain clouds appear. In my experience many people take this approach to their wardrobes too. In summer it’s easy to buy …
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Is your wardrobe stuck in 2019?
Over the past three years lots has changed. Pre-pandemic, ’hybrid working’ , ‘Zoom dressing’ and ‘dressing for the day’ were terms we’d never heard of. Back then, workwear was generally smart and we wore casual clothes, erm, casually. Today, the boundaries are a lot less clear, and it’s no wonder that many people are struggling …
What to wear for an event
It’s officially going out out season! If you have an event coming up you might be a bit rusty when it comes to knowing what to wear – it’s been a while after all! If your diary is like mine, it will be filled up with invites for weddings, birthdays (my own this month!), work …
Spring trends. Brightly coloured wide leg trousers
You have probably noticed that the shops are full of bright, vibrant shades. They make a lovely antidote to the dark tones of winter and are a brilliant way to refresh your Spring outfits. They have also been shown to have a positive impact on our moods too which is an added bonus! If you’re not sure how …
Spring trends workshop
Spring is coming and it looks like Covid regulations are coming to an end. If you’re ready to throw off your loungewear but not sure what to wear instead then I’ve got a brilliant workshop for you. My Spring Trends Workshop will reveal the most wearable trends on the high street for Spring. And spoiler …
Good news! This flattering jean is making a comeback in 2022
You’ll be forgiven for not knowing which pair of jeans to wear in 2022. It was way back in 2018 that I first wrote a blog about ditching your skinny jeans. Back then we all collectively wore just the one jeans style (skinnies) from dawn ‘til dusk for play, partying and for a very small minority, …
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How to shop the sales
At this time of year I’m often asked ‘What are the best items to buy in the January sales?’ Well, that’s an easy one to answer, it’s quite simply the ones you’ll wear again and again. Easy to answer but not always so easy to do! We’re often lured into buying garments with huge discounts or …
Should you rent your work wardrobe?
Tips to create a sustainable work wardrobe We can all agree that our wardrobes need to be more sustainable. With £140m sent to landfill each year in the UK it’s no surprise that clothing rentals are a growing business. Celebrities are very keen to show off their rented outfits on social media but is renting the …
How to dress to look professional in a hybrid work environment
It’s been a year of change and adjustment especially for our wardrobes. For that reason, I thought I would use this end of year blog to share my tips to help you dress for a hybrid work environment. It’s a sartorial challenge that the majority of my clients are facing. We may not know what …
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Stylish and wearable Autumn boots
I’ve returned from a lovely week in sunny Turkey to see that Autumn has well and truly arrived. My summer clothes were unpacked and then packed straight back up again which means that boot season is here! With most of last winter spent in lockdown, wearing wellies and slippers on rotation (just me?), you’re probably …
Three of the best rain coat brands
Plus why you need to know the difference between showerproof and waterproof. Rain’s gonna come! There’s no getting away from it, so you may as well be prepared. Having a raincoat that you love wearing AND that actually works will go some way to making getting caught in the rain more bearable. If you’re in …
The trends to avoid this season!
Don’t put these clothes in your shopping basket. Every season there are new ‘in’ trends. Some of them are great and will look good on most people…. And some are best left to avant grade photo shoots in the glossy mags. I’m often asked by clients what trends are in each season, so I thought …
Discover how to style your shape with confidence
With my FREE guide! Dressing for your shape is the key to developing your unique style. There aren’t many people that look great in everything! When you have sussed your style it will stay with you forever. You’ll stop worrying about trends and wasting money on impulse buys that you never wear. Using my thirty …
How to get your wardrobe ready for a return to the office.
Are you in a panic about what to wear in the office? It’a taken a pandemic but now it’s finally been proven that we don’t need heels and a power suit to be productive. In fact, according to a recent survey 71% of people questioned in the finance sector say they actually feel more productive …
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What’s the best item to buy in the summer sales?
Well, that’s easy, it’s the one you’ll wear! Sounds simple, but when you’re faced with time pressures and the lure of a reduced price tag, the ‘going to sit unworn in the wardrobe’ garment is oh too tempting. Here are five tips to help buy clothes you love and avoid wasting your money:- 1: Shop …
Five things NOT to wear when you return to the office!
Oh, the goalposts have moved again! I’m not referring to the Euros as I’m no football expert (unless I’ve had a glass of wine then I know everything!) No, I’m referring to the office dress code. A common theme is cropping up among the women I have been styling over the past few weeks. With …
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The summer style you need in your wardrobe
The good news is that is suits all body shapes too! It’s a bit late in coming but finally I can finally write, ‘summer is here’. After months of lockdown and listening to the rain you’ll, no doubt, be planning to leave the house to enjoy the sunshine. But has casting away the safety of …
Is your dream summer dress selling out right now?
Good news! If you haven’t yet been into town I can confirm that the shops in London’s West End (including independent boutiques) are all open… as are their fittings rooms. But the bad news is that the shoppers are back too, and they’re snapping up all the best summer stock. So if you haven’t yet …
Three of the best flat shoe styles for spring
Are you tired of your trainers? I know I am! Proper shoes feel very grown up after months spent wearing trainers and slippers in lockdown. It’s not quite sandals weather yet either so flat shoes are the perfect in-between style to keep your toes warm and your look stylish. They look great worn simply with …
Are you not sure what to wear post-lockdown?
Join my FREE CLASS to discover how to create stylish Spring outfits. The good news is that a wardrobe that works for you and makes you feel great is easier than you think… but it doesn’t happen by chance. I have been working throughout lockdown and have helped many women achieve a wardrobe that gives …
Is your wardrobe ageing you?
If you have these 5 items in it, maybe! Did you know there’s a huge debate taking place among teenagers on TikTok about how you part your hair? Apparently side partings are ‘old’! Crikey! I’m only in the middle parting camp because of an awful cowlick. Fret not if you have a side parting as …
The wide leg trousers to wear now
After months of dressing from the waist-up it’s time we showed our bottoms some love. The recent easing of restrictions means we can finally see our friends and family again – thank goodness! That’s why we need to create head-to-toe outfits and get our bottom halves ready to go outside. Wide leg trousers in statement …
Are you a Pear-shape? If so, are you wearing the right clothes?
Discover what styles to avoid and what to buy in my new masterclass. A massive 60% of the female UK population are pear-shaped women but many don’t know the right styles to buy to flatter their figure. So, in an effort to look good, they chase trends that never suit them, buying clothes that hang, …
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Three of the best printed spring jackets
Say goodbye to your winter coat and hello to a new stylish spring jacket! Let’s face it we are still going to spending a lot of out time outside if we want to socialise in the next few weeks. If you’re as bored of your winter coat as I am you’ll be looking for something, …
The wardrobe staple you’ll wear now and in spring
Well, that’s January over and done with! A new month brings with it the possibility of new beginnings and we’re all ready for that. What we’re not quite ready for though is a full-on spring wardrobe. The weather is more changeable this time of year than one of Boris’s pandemic policies so you need versatile …
How to dress with confidence for a Zoom interview
Dressing for a job interview can be sartorially daunting at the best of times. In the current lockdown situation what to wear becomes even more of a challenge as the interview will take place over a video call. Not only do you need to consider what you wear, you also need to ensure you show …
Say goodbye to sweatpants, and hello to dressing for joy in my new masterclass!
Tired of wearing the same old outfits? Ready to rediscover your style mojo – and dress for joy again? Here’s how! After what feels like months of lockdown, it’s easy to find yourself slipping into a rut of wearing the same comfortable clothes over and over again… after all, who’s going to see you? We’re also …
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What I’m looking forward to wearing in 2021
….and what I’ve learnt in 2020! After seeing in the New Year in my jogging bottoms (that’s a sentence I never thought I’d utter) I’ve decided the only way is up in 2021. In my defence I had been wiped out with Covid over the holidays so wearing jogging bottoms was me making the effort …
Take my style personality quiz
Ready to stop making expensive style mistakes? Take my quick quiz and discover your true style personality What’s your style personality? Are you a Michelle Magpie or a Rachel Rainbow? And what does that mean for your shopping habits? Knowing your style personality will help you get out of the expensive habits of buying the …
How to look professional in a relaxed work dress code
The relaxation of workplace dress codes occurred even before the pandemic. However now the shift has spread to most industries and overly formal attire seems completely out of place and, dare I say it, out of date. The upside of this is that it gives you greater flexibility over what you wear and the ability …
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