Five Ways To ‘Smarten Up’ When You Prefer A Casual Style

Your style personality influences the items you choose and the way that you dress. Some people love to dress up, others dress down. But one thing we’re often asked by those who opt for a more casual style is, ‘how can I look smarter and more put together (without too much effort)’.
Well it’s easier than you think…

1. A Stretchy Blazer
A blazer is an easy win to smarten up any old outfit. But we get it, stiff, heavy cotton is some people’s worse nightmare. So look for a stretchy Ponte fabric…

Hello, We’re Back!

Hello, how are you?
We are truly delighted to be writing to you because we have news, big news; our studio doors will be open very soon. Of course, our drapes haven’t been idle over the last few months, as we've been busy throughout the lockdown period offering virtual services. But nothing beats that face-to-face meeting does it?

Our consultants have been trained in Covid Infection Prevention and Control and have conducted their own local risk assessments to ensure that clients are safe. ..

Post Lockdown Shopping And How We Can Help

This isn’t a post that we thought we would ever write but 2020 hasn’t really shaped up to conform with the 21st Century has it? As clothes shops prepare to open, there will be a new normal – at least for a while.
Leisurely browsing with the occasional coffee stop is something that we can but dream of. Instead, we will be faced with the prospect of queuing as shops limit the number of customers at any one time, one-way systems, sanitiser stations, the loss of changing rooms and of course maintai..

Loungewear Relegation Post Lockdown?

We’ve accumulated A LOT of loungewear over this last couple of months; what has lockdown done to us? So what now? Do we put our purchases down to isolation necessities or do we try to incorporate these new items into our normal wear?

For some, this will be easy. In fact Natural Style Personalities will have lots of easy-wear comfortable pieces in their wardrobe already. For others such as Romantics, elasticated waist bands, hoodies and relaxed t-shirts, will no doubt be as alien as a flip flop..

An Introduction To Our Online Colour Service

Staying in is definitely the new going out right now. We've all had to adapt to a different home and work life haven't we? But why not take advantage of this unique time and experience our brand new colour service, An Introduction To Colour which is available online with your local consultant as your mentor.
Colour can have an effect on how we feel and how we are perceived, so it's important to get it right. Some shades will be your best friends; you will look vibrant, youthful a..

Three Prints That Never Date

We're all about safe bets and what we mean when we say that, is buying something that we know won't date. Great for the pocket and even better for the environment. With this in mind, we bring you three prints that will guarnatee years of wear. In fact, we hope that you wear them out before they date!
1. The Stripe
Who doesn't love a good Breton stripe? Actually to be a true Breton, it should have 21 stripes, each representing a Napoleon victory because sailors were wearing stripes..

The Ever-So Versatile Shirt Dress

We’re told that the shirt dress is going to be a trend item this year. We say it’s an absolute classic. It never dates, so it’s a great time to invest in something that you’ll wear for many seasons to come.
Here are our tips for getting the most out of your shirt dress.
If you have a waist, belt it. Hourglasses can add pounds to their frame by not showing their gorgeous curves. These dresses often come with a matching fabric tie belt, but you can easily add a different one to make the outfit y..

Winter Blues

Industries across the world will be dipping into their blue dye pots following Pantone's annual colour of the year announcement at the beginning of December. This year, it's quite simply, classic blue. A shade that sits between our own true blue and royal blue.
It's a shade that works well on Deeps, Cools and Clears particularly, but there's a blue for everyone, and the trick is to find one that is perfect for you. That said, 'no' is a word that we use rarely becaus..

Life’s Little Essential; The Humble Scarf

Well we’re certainly into scarf season aren’t we? It’s always a shock when temperatures drop in November and the humble scarf becomes our best friend again.

As you would imagine, scarves have been worn since ancient times, although they were originally used to mop the brow and were known as sudariums (sweat cloths). In fact throughout history, they remained functional items until the 19th Century when they became a real fashion accessory.
These days, there is a vast choice of scarves, from ..

Fall Back In Love With Your Wardrobe

We’re all about building a wardrobe of outfits that will stand the test of time, and this is something that we talk to our clients about. It’s especially pertinent in times when sustainability is at the top of many people’s agenda.

But there is a risk that you will tire of the same clothes, and wearing the same outfits over and over again. That’s when rash purchases happen, and we’re sure regret will be something that you will feel, not too far down the road.
So, here’s our guide to help you ..