The right accessory or piece of jewellery can really make (or break!) an outfit but that doesn’t mean it has to make a big and bold statement. More often than not, especially for everyday wear, it’s the subtle pieces which can finish your look effortlessly and work with every if not nearly every outfit. Sentimental, fun, motivational; […]
Essentials for a stylish family picnic
Picnic season is well and truly underway, but with so many beautiful spreads in glossy magazines and Sunday supplements, not to mention on Pinterest and Instagram, you can avoid picnic envy – that’s totally a thing, OK! – with these essentials for an insta-worthy and probably more importantly, tasty and stress-free family picnic. Picnic hamper, £65; Lunch boxes, £6; Round picnic blanket, […]
BEAUTY REVIEW | Sanctuary Spa Wet Skin Moisture Miracle
When it comes to looking after ourselves, mums are the first to put themselves at the bottom of the list of priorities, which is of course understandable when you’re completely responsible for a small human being or two, but if we’re not physically and mentally looked after how can we look after those little ones. Don’t […]
What to wear to Wimbledon (or any summer occasion!)
It’s that time of year again when the Wimbledon Championships kick off and as a Personal Stylist spending much of my time styling in this great part of South West London I’m often asked to put together outfits for attending Wimbledon come June-July. This year as well as dressing clients for the occasion I put together 3 looks for Aspinal of London with some […]
Summer Style Picks from Debenhams
It seems safe to say the Great British Summer is well underway with plenty of hot, sunny days already and we’re only just past mid-June, but let’s hope there are many more still to come and the school holidays aren’t a wash out! Let us embrace the glorious weather (and think ahead to holiday wardrobes) […]
Style update | Top 5 Tassel Accessories
You can’t fail to have noticed that tassels are everywhere this season; from top to toe this fringed trimming is taking over as the detail du jour. Use your tassels to embellish any outfit whether you’re a Gucci-esque maximalist dresser or much more minimal when it comes to your style. If this season’s embroidered boho blouses aren’t […]
Alternative Wedding Guest Outfits
When it comes to wedding season it can be easy to head straight for the Little Floral Dress as the go-to outfit but with so much choice on offer it would be a shame not to broaden your style horizons and try something a little different. As a Personal Stylist this is a busy time […]
STYLE SOLUTIONS | Mint Velvet Seattle Skinny Jeans
Over the years I have searched for – and most importantly, found – the perfect jeans for many women (and men) and for something which we view as a wardrobe staple it’s no mean feat with so many styles and fits out there within each shop let alone across the high street and designer denim market as […]
Trend | Retro floral prints
Floral prints are a perennial favourite but this season flowers have a ‘60s psychedelic vibe with retro wallpaper patterns all round. Make those gardenias groovy, hunt out retro roses and give verbenas a vintage vibe (I worked in a garden centre in my teens!)and look for tonal colour ways to freshen up flowers for a 2017 update. Washed-out cream, […]
Runway to School Run | Michael Kors Relaxed Neutrals
Proof that the catwalk can translate to real life – sometimes, anyway – with this easy-to-wear outfit inspired by the Michael Kors Collection Spring Summer 2017 runway show. Individually, all the items featured are simple, somewhat plain even, and perhaps if worn with jeans, the white shirt and grey sweater may feel uninspiring but with a slouchy […]