Why Marie Kondo is wrong. Don’t get me wrong, I am a big fan of Marie Kondo. I do believe that getting rid of superfluous clutter is a good thing and my underwear drawer has been transformed thanks to her folding method. The one thing I don’t agree with though is that every single thing …
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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 Refresh a Tired Wardrobe
Well, that was tough! I know it happens every year but still January leaves me feeling pasty, lumpy and sun starved. My wardrobe too feels as stale as the mince pies left in the cupboard and desperately in need of a shake up. When we’re hibernating in winter it’s easy to constantly wear the same …
Want to create a sustainable wardrobe but loathe shopping vintage? Here’s how….
I recently had a conversation with a friend who confessed she was ashamed to admit that she didn’t like vintage shopping in a recent Facebook chat. This was because everyone on the post ‘where do you like to shop’ said they only shopped second hand and she felt very guilty that she didn’t. I personally …
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Christmas Party Wear Outfit Ideas From Zara
Looking for an outfit for Christmas drinks? You know you need one but I bet finding something to wear for your drinks do is way down your priority list? This is guaranteed to induce a last minute panic buy (you only wear once) or result in your wearing the same old thing yet again. To …
The New Season Style That Will Revive Your Work Wardrobe
What should I wear this autumn? It’s a question I’m asked a lot at this time of year. Don’t worry about chasing trends but on the other hand you do need ‘newness’ (awful word I learnt as a buyer, sorry!) otherwise your wardrobe becomes stale and tired. Own your unique style and when a trend …
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New Year, New Wardrobe? Three questions you should ask before buying new clothes this year.
I’m keeping my resolutions low key this year. January is grim enough without writing a list of things I ‘should’ be doing and then feeling bad for not doing them. This time of year brings with it much talk about creating a ‘brand new you’ which implies we need to completely change who we are; …
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Party Wear Outfit Ideas That Won’t Break The Bank!
Are you bored of going out in jeans and a sparkly top? Yes? Me too! Don’t get me wrong, this is a great combo but having worn it to many a do, I feel the need for an update. There are so many gorgeous party worthy styles around in the shops it can be hard …
Five tips to help you changeover your wardrobe for autumn – video
In my latest video with the inspirational Louise from @beyondtheschoolrun we discuss getting your wardrobe ready for the changing season. I share my top 5 tips on achieving a stylish autumn wardrobe that works for you.
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How to get your wardrobe back on track after a break & Top 3 Statement Work Dresses
Are you stepping back into the workplace after a break? I love September but I’m not so keen on how the change of season happens at break neck speed. One week we are wearing shorts and the next we are reaching for our coats! The changeover of the season does present an ideal time to …
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What to buy now
Are you bored of your summer wardrobe? Have you worn the same few summer styles for the best part of two months and are now tired of them? If the answer is yes, you are not alone. In the slightly off kilter world of the retail buying calendar the shops officially finished their summer season …
Stylish summer outfits to keep you cool in the heat
The heatwave has arrived! This is brilliant news for most of us but if your work dress code is smart the hot weather can prove a sartorial nightmare. We are a nation who is, arguably, mostly unprepared for extreme weather and our wardrobe’s are generally no exception. Our weekend shorts and casual summer dresses are …
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