Nicola Davis

What I Wore on Repeat in 2023

Posted on January 1, 2024January 2, 2024 by Nicola Davis

I saw this article in The Times the other day and it prompted me to review my own wardrobe to see what I have been wearing most over the past year. I found it a really useful exercise which you might like to try as I think it says more about who you are and what you really like to wear than any style personality quiz! Here's a rundown of my most worn items: A mustard turt...

Using Jewellery to Elevate Your Party Outfit

Posted on November 21, 2023November 24, 2023 by Nicola Davis

If ever there was a time to dress up, it’s Christmas and New Year! There's no need to rush out and buy a whole new outfit though; think about how you could use jewellery to add some glamour to one you already have. Have a root through your jewellery box to see if there are any hidden gems in there, or buy some inexpensive costume jewellery to add some sparkle and make your ...

Five Festive Footcare Tips To Help You Party The Night Away

Posted on November 20, 2023November 21, 2023 by Nicola Davis

The festive party season is almost here! If you're in the process of planning your Christmas party outfit, your shoe choice is no doubt somewhere at the top of the list. Alongside being stylish, how do you ensure that your festive footwear choice is comfortable enough to party the night away without a hitch? I came across these foot care tips from Charles Clinkar...

Key Trends for Autumn – Winter 2023

Posted on October 18, 2023October 28, 2023 by Nicola Davis

“Buy less, choose well, make it last” Wise words from Vivienne Westwood which increasing numbers of us are buying into. Rather than blindly embracing fast fashion and acquiring ever more clothes, my clients are more interested in building a curated wardrobe of outfits that they look and feel their best in. Fortunately, the fashion world seems to be buying in to this ap...

Current Fashion Exhibitions

Posted on October 1, 2023October 1, 2023 by Nicola Davis

Here's a round up of some exhibitions which you might enjoy. Personally, I loved "Crown To Couture" and I have tickets booked for the Gabrielle Chanel. Fashion Manifesto at the V & A next year, which I'm very much looking forward to. Crown To Couture Kensington Palace Closes: Sunday, 29 October 2023 £25.40 This brand-new fashion exhibition for 2023 takes over ...

How To Look Effortlessly Stylish

Posted on September 28, 2023September 28, 2023 by Nicola Davis

Just about every woman who comes to see me says her goal is to look effortlessly stylish. You know the look; relaxed but also pulled-together. For most people, this means looking good without looking like you’ve tried too hard or spent hours getting ready. You probably won’t be surprised to hear that there is in fact some time and effort involved in achieving t...

What Clothes to Pack Away Now

Posted on August 29, 2023September 1, 2023 by Nicola Davis

Keep your wardrobe current It should only contain clothes that you are realistically going to wear during the current season. In this way, you will be able to see pretty much at a glance what your clothing choices are for any particular occasion. You will also be able to identify if there are any gaps in your wardrobe that need filling. Don't have anything in y...

Ageing With Attitude

Posted on August 1, 2023August 1, 2023 by Nicola Davis

I'm not going to pretend that ageing doesn't have it's downsides. But, let’s face it, it’s a whole lot better than the alternative! We all know that the hormonal changes wrought by the menopause can play havoc with our bodies and emotions but for some of us this can be a liberating time of life. These women know that they have a wealth of expereince and wisdom to offer. ...

Chic In The Heat

Posted on June 28, 2023July 1, 2023 by Nicola Davis

I love the summer months but, like many women of a certain age, it can be a bit of a challenge to not end up feeling like a hot sweaty mess! Here are some tips on what to wear to remain cool and stylish. Fabrics Hot weather calls for lightweight, natural, breathable fabrics such as cotton and linen that will stop you getting too sweaty. Whilst silk is also a natural fabri...

Quiet Luxury

Posted on May 31, 2023 by Nicola Davis

The quiet luxury (also known as stealth wealth) trend has been bubbling for a while now but has really come to the fore since Gwyneth Paltrow’s court appearances where she wore a succession of low-key but highly expensive outfits which exemplified the look. So, what is this trend? And, if it resonates with you, how could you incorporate it in your wardrobe with...

The Key Trends You’ll Want to Wear This Summer

Posted on May 3, 2023 by Nicola Davis

I think most of us are probably over feeling the need to embrace every new fashion but it’s always good to keep an eye on key trends to refresh our wardrobe and keep it looking current. Once you understand your style personality (and therefore the types of clothes that will make you feel your best, authentic self) and your shape, scale and proportions, you can filter out th...

Stylish Footwear Options for Difficult Feet

Posted on March 31, 2023 by Nicola Davis

I adore heels! At only 5’3” (in the morning, when I’m standing up very straight!), I love the extra height they give. I am aware though that, at my age, I am pretty lucky still to be able still to tolerate them. I know that lots of women have all sorts of problems with their feet which can make it difficult to find shoes that are both stylish and comfortable. In fact, it’s one ...

How to Wear Wide-Leg Trousers and Cargo Pants

Posted on March 3, 2023 by Nicola Davis

Most of us have been wearing skinnies for years but it could be time for a re-think. The current trend is for a more relaxed, straight or wide-leg jean/trouser and the stand-out style for summer is going to be the cargo pant. As part of this more relaxed approach, a drawstring/elasticated waists is another key feature this season. So will this work for you? That really comes ...

Sally Pellow, Reading

Posted on February 16, 2023 by Nicola Davis

"Nicola, I wanted to report back and tell you how much I appreciated my time with you on 13 January. Since seeing you, I have made lots of simple changes. The easiest one was getting back into the habit of wearing makeup most days, and I am confident again in my technique. I have been surprised that I have gladly worn lipstick daily too - and your advice on using a lip pencil ...

Niki P, Oxfordshire

Posted on January 30, 2023 by Nicola Davis

"I really enjoyed our session together and can see exactly why you are an award winning consultant! For the first time (and this was my third experience with a consultant) I came away feeling confident, empowered and happy. I rushed headlong into a very busy long weekend with family and friends so haven't had much headspace to digest everything you said, but the "feeling"...

Why What We Wear Matters

Posted on January 30, 2023January 30, 2023 by Nicola Davis

I have always enjoyed putting outfits together and choosing what to wear for various occasions is a source of pleasure rather than stress. However, I know this is far from the case for many people. When I was working in the corporate world, an image consultant presented at one of our meetings. The tips she gave seemed pretty obvious to me but for many of my col...

Katie Prestidge, Sutton Scotney

Posted on January 30, 2023January 30, 2023 by Nicola Davis

"Thanks very much for the colour consultation. I found you very welcoming and really appreciated the time you took to explain the parts of the tonal analysis system as I feel this has helped me to really understand why certain colours work better for me and how they work together. Armed with my new knowledge I am excited to create my new wardrobe!"

My Wardrobe Heroes

Posted on December 28, 2022December 29, 2022 by Nicola Davis

Happy New Year! This is the time of year when the shops are awash with so-called sale bargains and it’s all too easy to get carried away and buy clothes that are destined to languish unworn in your wardrobe. Equally though, choose wisely and it can be a great opportunity to upgrade your wardrobe and invest in some classic pieces in quality fabrics that you may not othe...

Seasonal & Tonal Colour Analysis – What’s the Difference?

Posted on December 2, 2022December 2, 2022 by Nicola Davis

A couple of weeks ago I was invited to do a Facebook Live with Kettlewell's in-house stylist, to explain the tonal system of colour analysis. For those of you who haven't come across Kettlewell before, it's a clothing brand for women who love colour and effortless style. Kettlewell are huge advocates of the value of having your colours analysed. The Live was for...

Why Your Wardrobe is Like A Garden

Posted on November 4, 2022November 4, 2022 by Nicola Davis

Building your perfect wardrobe takes time, effort and understanding; much like creating a lovely garden. When planning a garden you need to assess how and when you will use it, what the basic structure will be and what sort of overall look or mood you want to create. You need to get the hard and soft landscaping in place as well as harmonious colour schemes to provide ye...

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