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 ...

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...

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...

Key Trends for This Autumn-Winter

Posted on October 1, 2022October 1, 2022 by Nicola Davis

Thankfully, fashion has slowed down a bit over recent years. With the growing realisation of the harm throwaway fashion does to the environment, there has been a move to a more sustainable approach to dressing, not just in terms of the way that garments are manufactured but also in terms of getting more wear out of what we already have in our wardrobes rather than constantl...

So, How Do You Like Your Boobs?

Posted on September 3, 2022June 7, 2024 by Nicola Davis

We Stylists have lots of tricks up our sleeves to help you dress in a way that highlights what you're proud of and camouflages what you're not so keen on. When it comes to our boobs, women can have very different attitudes. Some will regard an ample bosom as a blessing and be happy to show it off whilst others may be embarrassed and not want to draw attention to i...

Looking Good At Any Age

Posted on August 7, 2022 by Nicola Davis

We live in a world obsessed with youth. As women, we have it drummed into us that we must do our utmost to fight every sign of the aging process. Nowadays, you can get botox at the local dentist! Or pop into your local shopping centre for a few fillers! Perhaps the fact that I am heading for the big 60 this year has made me reflect on this more than I might otherwise. B...

Make-Up Made Simple

Posted on August 6, 2022August 6, 2022 by Nicola Davis

I've seen literally thousands of women in my studio before and after make-up and I can assure you that every one of them looked better, and felt more confident, wearing a little. Buying make-up can be really daunting though, can’t it? There are just too many products to choose from and too much conflicting advice about which are the "must-haves" and how you should be wea...

Your Best Beachwear

Posted on July 1, 2022June 7, 2024 by Nicola Davis

Are you planning a holiday this year? If so, the chances are that you're on the lookout for stylish, flattering swimwear - even if it's just to wear lounging by the pool. If you don't feel truly confident strutting your stuff in beachwear, take heart from the fact that I've never met a woman who does! Rest assured though, no-one else is nearly as bothered about y...

Prints to Suit Your Size and Shape

Posted on June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 by Nicola Davis

There are many different prints to choose from, from florals to stripes, animal prints and paisleys to polka dots and plaids. In last month’s blog I examined the part your style personality plays in determining which types of prints you’re likely to be drawn to. This month I’m looking at how to choose prints that work well with your physical characteristics so that you look and...

Prints to Suit Your Style Personality

Posted on June 4, 2022 by Nicola Davis

In my previous blog I looked at style personality and what it means for the way you dress. In this one I am going to address how your style personality impacts the types of prints that you wear. Broadly speaking, there are certain prints which appeal to particular style personalities: Creatives – love wearable art, abstract and ethnic inspired prints and...

Do You Know Your Style Personality?

Posted on May 17, 2022June 5, 2022 by Nicola Davis

Have you ever been shopping with a friend and she is drawn to pretty dresses, whilst you make a beeline for the sharp tailored blazers and jeans? That's your individual style personalities shining through. Your friend loves touchy-feely fabrics with lots of detail, layers and layers of bangles and jewellery, embellished shoes and probably wears pretty, matching un...

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