March 2010
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How to work smarter not harder
Not enough time? Always exhausted? Our resident life coach, Carole Ann Rice reveals the secrets of how to work smarter not harder.
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I Love 2 Love shares insights into individual style
There’s a freshness about fashion this season. Know why? Because rules have gone out of the window. Which means more freedom, inspiring individuality and the potential for some mega fashion disasters. Because with no rules comes responsibility.
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How To Accessorise by Accessoryo
Accessoryo, a Website For On-Trend Accessories shares with us this seasons key accessorising tips and tricks.
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When did the first ever fashion show take place, and how did it start?
We see catwalk shows all the time now, and take them for granted, but we never stop to think about the first ever fashion show and how it came about. The first shows were not just the essential link to the multibillion-pound fashion industry, but they were also vital for the development of the department store as we know it today and, subsequently, the huge increase in consumer figures.
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A brief history of the ladies suit
The earliest women's suits, which consisted of tailored coats or jackets and matching skirts, incredibly date all the way from the 1660’s, . They was used purely for riding or traveling but, even though they were meant for leisure purposes, they were still bulky and not very practical.
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The benefits of working with a personal stylist
It is becoming clear that having a personal stylist can work wonders for a celebrity’s career. We’re taking a look at some celebrities that have seriously benefitted from having a stylist to save the day...
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Exclusive iStylista interview with Shoe Designer, Jerome C. Rousseau
Istylisa had the chance to interview the talented shoe designer, Jerome C. Rousseau and, of course, we jumped at it. If you don’t know Jerome by now, then you really are missing out. His distinctive footwear designs have been extensively featured in Vogue, Elle, Bazaar, Style.com, and many other publications worldwide. Every celebrity you can think of is wearing his designs and, after seeing his newest collection, we will all be queuing up to buy a pair of our own.
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The rise and rise of Kate Moss
Just how did Kate Moss get started in her uber successful modelling career... survive shocking scandals, and grow to become one of the most famous faces in the World?
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Up close and personal – iStylista interviews celebrity personal stylist, Mark Heyes
If you’re an early riser, you’re bound to have caught Mark Heyes styling the nation on GMTV. He recently took a break from his busy schedule to speak to us about style-icons, the must-have items for spring/summer and some exciting upcoming events...
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Win £75 to spend at Mint Velvet
Exciting new fashion retailer, Mint Velvet has teamed up with iStylista to give 3 lucky members the chance to win a £75 shopping voucher.
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5 Steps to Raise Your Media Profile – by Coach Carole Ann Rice
As the one-time Fashion and Lifestyle Editor of the Birmingham Post I received six “thank you” bouquets in one week. I write this not to boast about my literary expertise but to share the story behind all those fabulous floral tributes.
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Choosing the Perfect Summer Dress to Suit My Tall Body Shape
Summer is the perfect opportunity for tall girls to show off those legs and give their body a shapely silhouette. This curve-enhancing number should be top of your list!
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Choosing the Perfect Summer Dress to Suit My Petite Body Shape
Ditching the heeled boots for sandals this summer may be a daunting prospect for petites, but there’s other ways of enhancing your height...
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Choosing the Perfect Summer Dress to Suit My Apple Body Shape
For Apples its all about showing about showing off your best assets, so embrace your voluptuous shape this summer with these classic styles.
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Choosing the Perfect Summer Dress to Suit My Rectangle Body Shape
As the most common body shape, rectangles are spoilt for choice this summer with curve-creating garments. Check out these styles we’ve handpicked to suit your shape.
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Dressing for Work – the golden rules
Getting our client's work wardrobe right is possibly the biggest challenge we as stylists are faced with. Not only do you want to make a positive impression at work and be noticed for all the right reasons, but you also want to feel good... after all, you spend most of your life working! Here are some ideas for sorting out your work wardrobe.
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What is the 2012 Royal Ascot Dress Code
If you are lucky enough to be heading to Royal Ascot this year then you may want to read this. The dress code has altered slightly and you wouldn’t want to go getting it wrong, believe me!
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Milli Millu Handbags SS12 collection - WIN
Have we got a treat for you. Not only have we found an emerging handbag designer who is making waves for all the right reasons but we also have one of their handbags to give away... all £300 worth of glorious clutch!
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The Pussycat Dolls Corset Look
Check out the Gorgeous Pussy Cat Dolls, proving they really do look incredible all of the time in pretty much anything, including corsets!
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What Body Shape Am I?
Contrary to popular belief there are 5 different female body shapes, which have been somewhat overcomplicated through the years and given all sorts of interesting names. Understanding which body shape you are is the first rule of getting to grips with your wardrobe.
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What’s the difference between a Personal Stylist and An Image Consultant?
There’s been much debate as to the difference between Image Consultants and Personal Stylists recently, so I am going to try and shed some light on the matter for you.
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Have you got a shopping addiction?
Did you know that a staggering 25% of Brits are addicted to shopping according to a national survey carried out by Kensington Financial Management Consultants.