I love this outfit that Cameron Diaz is wearing. It’s simple, elegant, feminine and best of all, timeless. Which means what exactly? It will work for most women from 20’s through to 50’s plus with a few simple changes. 20’s: Break out your sexiest, figure hugging jeans and add super high nude heels 30’s: Find […]
Classic Clothing Essentials
Building a fabulous wardrobe is best done with a simple 70/30 rule – 70% classic pieces and 30% trendy items. Ummm… which items are classics then? The list came from a book called The Style Checklist: The Ultimate Wardrobe Essentials for You by Lloyd Boston. It’s a comprehensive list of what is actually a classic. Cool […]
At A Glance: Heavy Arms
If you have heavy arms you’re likely to feel fairly uncomfortable about all sorts of tops. Your goal is to slim and elongate your arms and torso. OPT FOR Tops with sleeves that taper to the wrists Long sleeve tops or those that end just below your elbow Any sleeve that has extra room in […]
How To Define The Shape Of Your Waist
So, um… do I have a short waist or a long waist? And how do I tell? Good question. Thank you to Voodoo for asking it. I did a quick search online and there seems to be a lot of consensus that a short waist is matched with long legs and long waist with short […]
At A Glance: Full Bust
Although most women seem to want full breasts those who have them know it can make dressing challening. You aim will be to show off your curves without overemphasizing them and elongate your neck and torso. OPT FOR Uncomplicated tops Wide v-neck tops Darker colours on top Open neck sweaters, blouses and dresses Collars that […]
At A Glance: Narrow Shoulders
If you have narrow shoulders generally you’re bottom half is bigger. Your goal is to widen your shoulders and bring balance back into your figure. OPT FOR Shoulder pads Horizontal stripes Boat neck tops Structured, tailored styles Tops with pockets and other embellishments Sleeveless dresses and tops AVOID Dark tops Tops with raglan sleeves Deep […]
At A Glance: Broad Shoulders
For those with broad shoulders the goal is to soften the line of your shoulders and bring back some balance into your figures. OPT FOR Dark tops Tops with raglan or set in sleeves Deep v necks If you have slim hips – skirts / pants with horizontal detailing AVOID Epalettes or shoulder pads Puffy […]
At A Glance: Hourglass
As an hourglass you already have rocking curves and great proportion. You need to showcase curves and elongate to avoid frumpiness. OPT FOR Outfits with clean lines Pieces with vertical detailing Jackets, tops and cardigans that nip in at th waist Wrap style tops and dresses Tops / dresses that show skin around your neck, […]
What Trinny and Susannah Body Shape Am I?
I get a lot of questions along the lines of what Trinny and Susannah body shape am I, usually accompanied by some measurements. Telling from a bunch of measurements is not particularly easy. But, there are a few easy steps that will help you categorise your body shape. And the best person qualified to name […]
Is My Body Shape Better Than Yours?
Someone left a comment the other day describing her body and asking for my advice about her body shape. This is not at all unusal for this site and I’m delighted to help in any way I can. What annoyed me was that she said “…I can pretty much wear whatever i want, but I […]