The Joy of Jackets!

Posted on March 26, 2021March 31, 2021 by Nicola Davis

I'm a real fan of jackets so I am looking forward to having more opportunity to wear them as we emerge from lockdown - hurrah! There are lots of good reasons to have one or two jackets in your wardrobe. Here are five: They’re perfect for transitional dressing when it’s not cold enough to warrant a coat but not quite warm enough to risk going without an outer layer. J...

Key trends for this Spring-Summer that you’ll want to wear

Posted on March 6, 2021 by Nicola Davis

The Spring - Summer 2021 collections were created in exceptional circumstances with designers around the world battling the challenges of lockdown and the uncertainty as to what occasions we’d actually be dressing for. It's perhaps not surprising then that designers have broadly taken two approaches—some created fabulous, infectious clothes to put the joy back into getting dre...

How to decide what types of clothes to buy

Posted on February 3, 2021 by Nicola Davis

For me, one of the benefits of getting older has been that I have a stronger sense of who I am and what suits me. I know this isn’t the case for everyone though and lots of women come to see me precisely because they have lost sight of what their style is. This can lead to random purchases that then go unworn. Having a style consultation is a good way to get back on track but ...

Shona Morrison, Andover

Posted on January 22, 2021January 22, 2021 by Nicola Davis

I opted for the My Perfect Warbrobe service and Nicola opened my eyes to outfit combinations I had never thought of with the clothes and accessories I had, which is fabulous as I don't need to buy a whole new wardrobe and it has made me look at pieces in a different light. Nicola recommended some items to add to my wardrobe to further compliment outfits. This was a ...

Time to Cosy-Up!

Posted on January 16, 2021 by Nicola Davis

OK, so it’s the middle of Winter, we’re stuck in Lockdown, we’ve gained weight due to comfort eating and lack of exercise and we’re not exactly feeling on top of the world. Definitely a time for snuggling up in cosy jumpers! If you’ve gained weight and “lost” your waist - or indeed have never had one! - here are some simple tips to help you look and feel your best in yo...

Your Professional Image

Posted on December 31, 2020 by Nicola Davis

“Style is a way of saying who you are without having to speak" - Rachel Zoe With the fantastic news on the two vaccines, hopefully this year life should start returning to normal. For many of us this will mean working at least part of the week from an office and meeting in person with colleagues, suppliers and clients. This is a great time to be a woman in business. Co...

How To Wear Black

Posted on December 1, 2020December 4, 2020 by Nicola Davis

Most women have quite a lot of black in their wardrobes and it’s easy to see why: The shops are full of it It’s seen as being chic and sexy It’s slimming Unfortunately, on most mature women, black looks rather harsh and can be quite ageing. And there's really no need to wear it to look slimmer; all dark colours will have a similar effect, so how about trying ...

Don’t become a slave to styling rules!

Posted on October 29, 2020October 29, 2020 by Nicola Davis

I know that a lot of women find choosing what to wear for any given occasion quite stressful so I aim to make getting dressed as simple and straight forward as possible you so that you can spend less time worrying about your clothes and more time enjoying life. We women are often our own worst critics, tending to focus on our perceived faults rather than appreciating our...

Which type of colour analysis is right for you?

Posted on October 22, 2020October 31, 2020 by Nicola Davis

I was prompted to write this blog by a visit from Kettlewell founder, Melissa Nicholson, and her in-house stylist, Jo, who came to see me to find out more about the tonal approach to colour analysis. Kettlewell Colours, is an online shop selling good quality basics in over 300 glorious colours. Melissa founded the business in 2004 after she’d had a colour analysis and had st...

Let’s Get Layering!

Posted on September 28, 2020 by Nicola Davis

There’s a definite chill in the air so it’s time to start getting our Autumn-Winter wardrobes together. Don’t automatically pack away everything you’ve been wearing over the Summer though, there could well be pieces that you can layer up and wear well into the new season. Key Layering Pieces The following pieces are great for layering: Different types of fine, close ...

What to Wear to Lunch With Friends

Posted on August 27, 2020 by Nicola Davis

Whenever I do a style consultation, I ask about the client’s lifestyle, favourite shops etc and what occasions they find it challenging to dress for. Almost without exception, women tell me that what they find most difficult is dressing for lunch out with their friends! Generally, there will be at least one woman in their group who absolutely nails her look, leaving the ...

Facing Up To Face Masks

Posted on August 19, 2020 by Nicola Davis

I don't think anyone enjoys wearing a face mask but we have to accept them as our new normal, and regardless of the style and colour that you choose, first and foremost, we must remember that they exist to keep us safe. That said, I have been asked for advice on many different aspects of wearing masks, so I thought I'd share a few thoughts with you. What style should I wea...

Alison Maybury, Wickham

Posted on August 12, 2020 by Nicola Davis

"I just wanted to write and thank you for such an enjoyable start to my week - coming to see you has definitely been one of this year’s highlights! You were amazing - so positive and encouraging and so informative - I’m still processing the sheer wealth of knowledge you shared and am looking forward to it being cool enough to play ‘dress- up’ and try on some different wardrobe/...

How’s Your Hair?

Posted on July 28, 2020July 28, 2020 by Nicola Davis

Hairdressers re-opening has been a huge relief to most of us. How many Zooms and Facebook posts did you see where women apologised for their “lockdown hair”? For many of us, how good (or otherwise) we feel about our hair has a real impact on how we feel about ourselves. So, whilst we may not have rushed back to bars, gyms and restaurants, few have resisted the siren call o...

Selecting Stylish Sunglasses

Posted on June 23, 2020July 3, 2020 by Nicola Davis

The incomparable Audrey Hepburn was the epitome of style in her "Manhatten" sunglasses in Breakfast At Tiffany's. Sunglasses can not only add glamour to an outfit but are also fabulous for camouflaging less-than-bright or puffy eyes. And, now that Summer is here they really are an essential part of our wardrobe. Quite apart from looking stylish, they will also shield yo...

How to Shop Post Lockdown

Posted on June 9, 2020 by Nicola Davis

$Post Covid Shopping$

How life has changed over the past few months! As clothes shops begin to re-open, it’s becoming clear that our shopping experience is going to be quite different to before COVID-19. For the time being at least, there will be no more casual browsing and trying on clothes with the occasional break for coffee. Instead we are faced with the prospect of queuing to enter shop...

Clare Hoy, Denmead

Posted on May 31, 2020 by Nicola Davis

"Thank you for all the great personal shopping advice you have given me since my Style Consultation in September. Your online shopping service has saved me time and money and introduced me to styles and brands I would not previously have considered. My wardrobe is now filled with clothes that I enjoy wearing and that complement each other, making it easy to put outfits together...

Three Golden Rules for Dressing to Look Slimmer

Posted on May 28, 2020 by Nicola Davis

I suspect that, whilst some virtuous souls may have used lockdown as an opportunity to up the exercise regime and go for long walks, many of us may have been somewhat less self-disciplined and have piled on a few pounds. If so, take heart, following my three golden rules will instantly make you look slimmer and more shapely. Rule #1 – Highlight your assets When carrying a bit...

Looking Good On Video Calls

Posted on April 20, 2020 by Nicola Davis

Most of us are spending a lot of time talking to people via some form of video link these days. If my experience is anything to go by, seeing yourself on screen in this way for the first time can be a bit of an eye-opener – and not in a good way! Fortunately, I've since discovered some simple steps you can take to help you look your best and create a great impression. T...

Lockdown Style

Posted on April 14, 2020 by Nicola Davis

Pictures of Nicola wearing different outfits

Over the past few weeks, quite a few people have suggested that I write a style guide on what to wear during lockdown. I must admit I have hesitated to do this till now because the last thing I want to do in these difficult and stressful times is suggest that we should be focusing on what we look like. Goodness knows there are far more important things to worry about…. BUT ...

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