For years, women all over the world have been fixated on naming and shaming. Well, let me clarify…on labeling their body shape. And years later, many are still struggling to work which category they fit into. More importantly though, many are then at a loss to know what to do with it once they work it out!… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Personal Styling 101
How To Look Good In Photos
So! Does the camera love you, or do you swear that there’s really a wicked witch hiding behind that lens, out to prove to you that you are the ugliest, fattest, most un-photogenic person that will (luckily for you) never grace the covers of a magazine? Well, Moira has requested via “Ask Al” a solution… Continue Reading
How To Wear Oversized Sweaters/Jumpers
When I said “Ask Al and you shall receive” I meant it! I’m a woman of my word, so here’s an article written for Zoe (see her Facebook request left). Hopefully it will answer all of your questions too on how to wear oversized sweaters and give you some inspiration too. Continue Reading
How To Wear Boyfriend Jeans
I receive many email requests from clients and followers sharing styling dilemmas and seeking my opinion. Questions like “How do I wear this?”, and “What do you think of this latest trend?”. It got me to thinking… How can I continue to help my loyal clients and followers while at the same time, inspiring others… Continue Reading
60 Image Breakers
If Corporate Image tips are what you’re after, make sure you read this! Feel free to add your own Image Breakers to this list. Anything that doesn’t leave a positive first impression is allowed here: Continue Reading
How To Create The Illusion Of Having A Waist
Let’s face it. The most desired female body shape is the hourglass. No matter how big or small, it represents balance and proportion. The key to creating this illusion lies in clever waist definition. But what do you do if you don’t naturally have much of a waist? That’s easy! Fake it ’til you make… Continue Reading
How’s Your Office Image?
Look around you. Your work and living areas are a direct reflection of you. Your taste, style, personality are on show not just via your choice of clothing. If your workspace is cluttered and disorganised, people will often assume you are too. Work isn’t the place to exercise your fashion muscle or make a statement… Continue Reading
The Summer Holiday Capsule Wardrobe
Here are some suggestions for your summer holiday capsule checklist. Remember, these are guidelines only. Mix and match as you please according to your own personal style, of course. Continue Reading
My Christmas Style
I love Christmas! I always put up my tree earlier than many consider appropriate, but I don’t care! It’s all over so quickly, and I get quite sad on Christmas night, knowing that I have to wait another year to do it all again. In keeping with my own personal style, of course my… Continue Reading
What To Wear To a Wedding
Everyone panics – even if just a little – when a Wedding invitation arrives. For most of us questions arise, such as “What on earth am I going to wear?” Or “My hubby/partner is SO going to need a new suit!” So unless you have a wardrobe full of after-5 selections, check this ready-reckoner before… Continue Reading