Keeping makeup in place on hot days starts before you pick up a brush. Warm skin, perspiration and the temptation to add extra coverage can turn a comfortable morning routine into a heavy, uneven finish. The aim is to build thin, settled layers that suit your plans, then give them as little disturbance as possible. […]
How to Choose Sandals That Suit Your Dresses
Choosing sandals that suit your dresses becomes easier when you look beyond colour alone. Straps, surface texture and decorative details all affect how the combination feels. A dress can look relaxed with one pair and more polished with another, even when both sandals are flat. The aim is to recognise the character of your dress […]
A Floral Jersey Dress with a Green Bag and Flat Sandals
How’s your week going so far? We’re experiencing a heatwave here in the UK – something we don’t seem equipped to cope with! I managed to get the air con in my car regassed, which has made driving much more pleasant! I went to work in this dress yesterday in the sweltering sun…and when I […]
New Workout Gear To Keep Me Motivated
Today’s outfit is a bit different to my usual looks…I have some new workout gear! When I’m at home I’m usually in tracksuit bottoms and a T-shirt. I exercise at home – I have all my equipment in the garage conversion so I don’t have to drive to the gym to work out. That doesn’t […]
Sundresses That Flatter Without Fuss
A sundress should make getting dressed feel easier. The most flattering one is often the dress that sits comfortably, gives you a shape you enjoy and needs very little attention once you leave the house. You do not need to follow rules about hiding particular parts of your body. Instead, look at how the bodice […]
Candy Pink Skinny Jeans
I’m back with more frills! In yesterday’s Style Not Age post I wore the pink version of this top. I bought them from my favourite shop in Funchal – Dona Hortensia – that always has something I can’t resist. For about 25 euros they were excellent value for money. I don’t wear much black lately […]
Lightweight Skincare for Warmer Days
Lightweight skincare for warmer days starts with noticing what your skin actually needs. Your usual cream might suddenly feel sticky, or several familiar layers might leave a coating that never quite settles. You can also feel dry despite a shiny forehead. Rather than replacing your entire routine, make a few small adjustments to texture, quantity […]
How to Wear Wide-Leg Trousers for Spring
Wide-leg trousers can make spring dressing feel wonderfully straightforward. They give you room to move, work with familiar tops and look equally at home with trainers or loafers. The useful starting point is not a rule about height or body shape, but a pair that feels comfortable and hangs well. This guide to How to […]
Vintage Shirt and Yellow Trousers
Sunday really lived up to its name…because it was a lovely sunny day, warm too. It was short lived though unfortunately as the rain has returned. Having seen the weather forecast, I shot these photos while I could! This vintage shirt has a matching skirt, but I wasn’t in a skirt mood – it’s going […]
Wedding Guest Dresses on a Tight Budget
A wedding invitation can make an ordinary dress search feel surprisingly expensive. You want to look celebratory, respect the occasion and feel comfortable through the ceremony, meal and dancing. Yet buying a dress is only part of the cost if it also needs different shoes, special underwear or alterations. Wedding guest dresses on a tight […]