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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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Are two thirds of us really stuck in a style rut?
According to research just out two thirds of us British women are stuck in a style rut because we lack the confidence to change our image. There were some fascinating finds; we’ve focused on the key ones.
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How do I become a successful personal stylist or personal shopper?
Becoming a personal stylist for most girls is a dream job! It seems nowadays everyone has a stylist; it’s not just the rich and famous anymore.
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Style blog of the week - StyleGuile
We’re very proud to announce that one of our associated stylists, Beth Goodrham, has had her blog long listed for the Marie Claire fashion blog award and we’d love for you to get behind it, certainly a worthy site we believe!
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How to feel good in your clothes
Our friends at LSFit have crafted this article to help you feel the very best you can in your clothes through three simple principals – physique, confidence and attitude. Enjoy!
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Granny Chic Trend
One of the most unlikely fashion trends this season is my favourite, Granny chic! It has been on the fringe of fashion for a while, with items such as classic ladylike handbags and traditional fabrics such as tweed.
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Stylist Winter coat selection
This season it is all about the cut of the coat. This means that you can dress for your body shape while keeping warm and fashionable, a sure-fire win in this freezing weather we have been having.
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Shoesofprey.com ‘design your own shoes’ Christmas gift certificates
We’re avid fans of online shopping here at iStylista, as it can not only save you heaps of time but it’s a pleasure being able to browse EVERYTHING without missing a single thing, from the comfort of your own sofa. Then there’s the delight of stumbling upon some things quite unique. One of our latest finds is a fabulous ‘design your own bespoke and custom made shoes’ website called shoesofprey.com. Imelda Marcos’s out there eat your heart out because this site is for real! The words ‘bespoke’ and ‘custom made’ I hear you say, sound expensive – WRONG. Please read on.
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FACT: You think curvier celebrities are the sexiest
and so do we, we have to add! OneStopPlus recently carried out a survey that highlighted that most of us think curvier celebrities are sexier and have the best fashion sense. The survey polled 10,000 women asking fashion and body-image questions about shapes and sizes.
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Trends for Spring/Summer 2012
In many ways, thinking about what we might be wearing come next spring and summer may be hard to fathom for a few of us given that autumn has only just started and winter is (hopefully) still a long way off. Birmingham personal stylist Beth Goodrham shares with us her top trends to look out for in SS12.
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Winter wedding outfits – the dos and don’ts!
Wedding outfits are one of the hardest to get right no matter what time of the year. Basically, you need to feel comfortable for the entire day, dressed up enough to reflect the occasion and be clothed appropriately for the colder weather – easier said than done! It’s that time in our lives when everyone around us is tying the knot and so we have developed some key tips to ensure all goes well on the big day.
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Is Your Skin Racing Against Time?
Mind boggling isn't it? That your once young looking skin could whither into wrinkles and lined mesh appearance. Aging is but inevitable part of life, I acknowledge this fact. But have you ever considered that your skin might be just racing against time. This very clearly implies that your skin could possibly be showing early aging signs or premature aging signs. These signs could creep in as early as in your thirties or forties.
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A/W11 Trend Report - FUCHSIA is the colour!
As a personal stylist it’s a dream to introduce clients to COLOUR, as it’s an exciting way to introduce personality to their wardrobes and an interesting way to keep their ‘look’ current! If you’re not sure which colours suit you or how best to combine the right ones it can be overwhelming and simply a nightmare – therefore it seems we play it safe with black.
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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.