One of the things that I’ve found to be really important is to keep an eye on what other people are wearing and when I see something that I like I steal it. One of my favorite casual outfits to wear was inspired by a picture I once saw of Uma Thurman. Not that I […]
Archives for 2008
Book Review: “What Not To Wear” by Trinny and Susannah
Whilst cleaning out my computer I found this review that I wrote of What Not To Wear by Trinny and Susannah. I decided to post it because it’s quite funny but also because this was the first book I read when I began this journey and its interesting to see where I was then. 13/2/2008: […]
5 Things Over 40’s Must Do To Look Sexy
So now that we know what to avoid if over 40 what should we be doing? I’m 39 and until quite recently I used to borrow clothes out of my teenage daughters wardrobe. I’ve always loved clothes but was ‘too fat’ to have them myself so bought for my baby instead. It never occured to […]
7 Oufits That Will Instantly Age You
I’ve been doing a little research and here is a list of seven things any women over the age of 40 should keep in mind when selecting a wardrobe. 1. Covering Up Nothing says past-her-use-by-date better than being swathed head to toe in baggy shapeless clothes. So, no baggy cardigans allowed, no shapeless polyester frocks […]
How To Make Your Butt Look Bigger
It was pointed out to me just recently that a lot of women, well actually a lot of men, prefer a women’s ass to look big. They find it incredibly sexy. And we do like to please our men. So for those women who want to make your bottom the focus of an outfit here […]
Am I Really A Pear Shape?
I spend a lot of time talking about the pear shape, mostly because it’s the most talked about and most recognizable shape. But the more research I do the more I realize that it’s really impossible to define body shapes that accurately. For instance lets examine the pear shape. The standard definition of a pear […]
6 Ways To Instantly Look Slimmer
The goal of looking slimmer is about feeling more attractive and at the end of the day that’s a mindset rather than a practical solution. Simply feeling good about how you look will do more for your confidence than any optical illusion you might create. That said it’s really a catch 22 because creating the […]
At A Glance: Small Bust
If you have a small bust then you need to go with sleek, chic clothes. You can also go for added extras that most girls can’t manage along with some fabulously sexy low cut tops. You lucky devils. OPT FOR Halter necklines Crew necklines Subtle revelations (eg fitted blazer with nothing underneath) Girly details like […]
Dress It Up; Tear It Down
You know how sometimes you get up in the morning, chuck on some clothes, maybe try some different combinations, and create the perfect outfit for how you’re feeling. Mission accomplished – I look fabulous. Oh but wait, possibly this pair of jeans is not the best idea for work. Don’t give up just yet; any […]
Love The Detailing
I just love the pattern on this dress. Patterns and detailing on the clothes you wear are a great way to add extra definition to your frame, to trick the eye into seeing what it is that you want it to see. ITS ALL ABOUT ILLUSION For instance with this dress the eye is drawn […]