A warm coat earns its place by making ordinary days more comfortable: waiting for a bus, walking home with shopping or standing outside while plans run late. Choosing one without overspending means looking beyond a soft collar or an appealing sale label. The useful question is whether its fabric, construction and fit will keep you […]
Golf Clothing For Everyday Wear
I have to confess that the only type of golf I’ve played is pitch and putt, but that doesn’t mean I can’t wear fabulous golfing clothes! When Acegolfs contacted me on Instagram for a collaboration I was intrigued, being pretty clueless about the game. The closest I’ve got to a fairway is a villa overlooking […]
An Autumn Skincare Switch-Over
An autumn skincare switch-over does not need to mean replacing everything in your bathroom. As breezy walks, warm rooms and damp commutes become part of your day, the routine that felt comfortable in summer may need a small adjustment. Start by noticing what has changed, then alter the step that seems responsible. This keeps the […]
6 Emerging Trends in Women’s Office Wear
Office attire for women, much like any other type of fashion, has never been static. The way women dress for work responds to the ebb and flow of the different fashion movements. From the structured silhouettes of the 1950s to the power suits of the 1980s and the minimalist elegance of the 1990s, women’s office […]
Corduroy Skirts and Pinafores for Autumn
Corduroy skirts and pinafores bring a welcome change of texture to autumn dressing. Their raised ribs give simple outfits depth, and they work comfortably alongside shirts, jersey tops and knitwear. Choosing a useful piece starts with the fabric and fit, rather than a completely new set of accessories. With a little attention to construction and […]
How to Wear Rust, Mustard and Olive Together
Rust, mustard and olive make a satisfying combination when you want colour with a softer edge. Rust brings the warmth of reddish brown, mustard adds a golden note, and olive gives the outfit a grounded green base. The useful trick is choosing how much of each shade to show. You can build a complete look […]
Psychedelic Shirt and Trousers
From the power dressing trouser suit yesterday to psychedelic prints with mushrooms and strawberries today…my wardrobe is certainly eclectic! You know I’m a fan of retro and vintage styles, especially 70s inspired outfits. Since discovering The Hippie Shake several years ago when I bought the flower power suit, I’ve been hooked. Two or three times […]
How to Layer a Summer Dress for Early Autumn
Your favourite summer dress can still earn its place when the mornings turn cooler but afternoons feel pleasantly warm. The useful trick is to build an outfit that changes with the day: enough coverage for leaving the house, with a layer you can remove easily once the temperature rises. Early autumn dressing works best when […]
Back-to-Work Outfits Built Around a Few Dresses
Returning to work can make getting dressed feel unexpectedly complicated. Your diary may have changed, familiar office outfits might no longer suit your routine, and buying more clothes is not always the answer. A few dresses can give you a dependable starting point when each has a clear purpose. Build your choices around the working […]
Two New Beauty Boxes
How has your week been? We’re enjoying a mini heatwave in the UK, which is very welcome given the exceptionally wet summer we had. I’ve been gardening and spending as much time as possible outdoors; it’s important to get that vitamin D…with SPF50 on of course! Which brings me on to skincare and new beauty […]