We girls all know shoes rule, don’t we! Yet selecting the right shoes to wear with an outfit is one of the the most common questions I’m asked. So, to help you all, here’s the Style Counsel down-low on what to wear low-down. My Shoe Rules! The first step is making sure they complement, not… Continue Reading
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When Fashion Fails – and Why
OK. I know it sounds a bit harsh. And I know there will already be some of you saying to yourself “But why? I think she looks lovely in the red skirt. And besides, it would hide my legs, and I’m not a great fan of them” etc etc… But if you want my professional… Continue Reading
Perfect Plane Outfits
This post was inspired by my lovely friend Sally who has a very good reason for wanting to know more about THE perfect outfit for the plane, given how much time she spends travelling, sharing local insights to help you plan your perfect escape! She’s just launched a wonderful new website www.alluxia.com which is an irresistible collection of… Continue Reading
How To Pick the Right Hat
During a recent Facebook conversation, I had a request from Bethan – a lovely long-time client of mine, residing in Canada. She wrote “I currently have a choice between a baseball cap (which I think is great when I actually go to the baseball, otherwise not so much) and a wide-brim floppy hat that just… Continue Reading
Bright Blues for Spring ’12
Bit tentative about embracing this season’s hyper-brights but definitely over all the “Shades of Grey” and dull colours of Winter? Then give bright blue a go! Team it with light neutrals or black and white and you’ll give your wardrobe a quick lift for Spring without feeling like you’re revisiting those hyper-colour tees that we… Continue Reading
Shopping for Spring
Today I went shopping and this is what I found! I’m still freezing my you-know-whats off with our Brisbane night-time temps getting down as low as 5 degrees. While the days are spectacularly beautiful (around 22 degrees) and I know most of you down south would be telling me to just “woman-up” and quit… Continue Reading
Colour Blocking for Spring ’12
The perfect way to give your wardrobe some spring colour – without going too OTT with too much of the latest bold brights or pastel trends – is to bring back your ever faithful classic light neutrals and to know when less is more. You don’t have to wear a mish-mash of clashing colour to… Continue Reading
Is Your Hair and Makeup Aging You?
Heavy makeup, too-long hair and outdated hairstyles can do wonders – if you want to ADD 10 or more years to your age! The heavier the makeup, the older you look. The good news is, the opposite also applies to take 10 years off! One day, when I pluck up the courage, I’m going to… Continue Reading
My Style
This is how I roll! Just a little snapshot of MY taste – the key styles I’m usually drawn to when I’m shopping… Yes, it’s pretty clear that I’m a simple kinda gal, and that I like things classic and neutral. What about you? Do you know what your signature style is or do you… Continue Reading
Sharing is Caring!
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