Let’s assume I’m not the only one willing Spring along, eager to get out of jeans, boots and sweater outfits pronto, and let’s assume some warmth is around the corner; how about some new season inspiration with 5 outfit ideas to inspire your style. Here’s the best bit: each item featured in this …

Ruffles and flounces are everywhere this season, found on every garment and accessory imaginable. Shoes, bags, sleeves, collars, hems, you name it; they’re frilled to the max. But don’t think of this key structural detail as just for evening and occasion wear, because ruffles are for down-time dressing too. Scroll down for …

One brand you need in your wardrobe right now is Finery: think modern classic cuts and new wardrobe staples which make a statement for grown-up style you’ll keep in your closet season after season. If you haven’t already heard of the label that’s on every Fashion Editor’s shopping list, you’ll wonder how you’ve missed out until now and the good news is, …

There’s no shortage of great baby wear available for parents to choose from, whatever your style and budget, but it’s always great to see a new brand launch with a cute collection for the mini ones. No matter what colours and designs you favour, the key to clothing and accessories …

Sorry, T-shirts, it’s time to step aside as The Shirt is making waves in our wardrobes and it’s not the basic button-down used for layering that it once was; The Shirt is now a ‘feature top’ in its own right. 5 key shirt types are strong this season with reworked shapes, classic …

I recently discovered two great sister brands at top fashion trade show, Pure London, and because it’s nice to be nice and give something back as well as spread the word about stylish businesses I meet and instantly love, I’m combining these two things with a flash giveaway. As the sun is shining (for …

Sometimes (well, perhaps a lot of the time if Pinterest’s popularity is anything to go by) we just need a little inspiration in our lives. We’ve enough to think about without coming up with new ideas for everything from what to make for dinner to what to wear, so I’ll …

The striped top; it’s known as a mum staple, but how can we elevate this simple tee to new levels to make it work, weekend and occasion appropriate to bring it into the new season as a trend piece? Add colour and variation with your stripes and be inspired by the Spring …

Last month, my youngest daughter and I were invited to take part in a photoshoot with Marks & Spencer for their Style & Living blog online. We were styled in matching outfits for our shoot in a beautiful kitchen (sadly not my own!), because there’s never a bad time to coordinate …

We all know we should be wearing the right bra but do you know exactly how a bra should fit? It may feel comfy to be all stretchy and roomy on the back but it’s not doing your shoulders any good, taking the weight. And how much space should there be …