Valentine’s Day Special Offer: Personal Shopping Half Price!

This Valentine’s Day, why not treat yourself to one of these bargain beauties to go out in, then wear it again on Monday for work?  Make it work overtime for you. I’m  like most of you  when it comes to buying clothes: I want to bag the style that flatters me to bits at a […]

Investment Dressing- Get the Most From Your Clothes

I’m all about getting the most out of investment purchases like an expensive coat and my top tip is this: if you’ve spent good money on an item in your wardrobe, make sure you wear it- and wear it! Otherwise, you won’t get cost value from it if it sits there in your wardrobe for’best’. […]

New You: Colour In Your Life

How many of you suffer from the January and February blues?-  The hardest months in the Northern Hemisphere  to get through- UK,  Netherlands and American readers probably all agree.  Some of my blog readers are from Brazil- hello Brazilian friends- I will never forget my wonderful two years living in your beautiful country! Others are […]

New Year, New You and your Business Casual Wardrobe

Business Casual Dress is the choice of companies and organisations that want their staff to be comfortable at work and still project a professional image. Human Resources departments often have a copy of their dress code, so ask if unsure. You never want to be in a situation I was in whilst teaching in a […]

A New You: Your Capsule Formal Working Wardrobe for 2015

As a Style and Image Consultant,I spend a lot of time helping clients increase their self confidence through enhancing their wardrobe choices. In work situations we need the right clothes,grooming and accessories to feel comfortable,be appropriate and send out the right signals. I always ask clients I style to provide three words that describe how […]

A Priceless Investment for the New Year: You!

I’d like to say a big thank you to all my clients and blog followers who have used Style and Coach this year. Many of you have said kind things about how I have helped to transform your image and boost your confidence. It’s great to work in a profession where I can have an […]

How to Shop the Sales

Many ‘January’ Sales have already begun and there are many bargains to be had. Be careful though. It’s not a bargain if it sits in your wardrobe feeding the moths. Here are my rules of thumb when shopping for clothes in the sales: It’s only a bargain if it fits, suits you and you can […]

Buffet Etiquette

  There are a few rules regarding good etiquette at the Christmas Party Buffet which can really enhance your image and reputation.These are taken from Gloria Starr,style and etiquette coach. http://www.gloriastarr.com/ Wash your hands before handling food Buffets move in one direction only. Do not cut in to the line, move past other people that are in […]

Beat the Winter Blues in a Warm and Stylish Coat

Hundreds of coats are out there in the shops right now and due to a late winter, you should be able to bag a bargain, even after the manic ‘Black Weekend’ buying spree. There are styles, prices and fabrics to suit every shape, age and budget but before grabbing a bargain, answer a few questions: […]

What to pack for a Beach Holiday

It’s always hard to get the packing just right when going on a beach holiday but the following packing list is a good guide. Remember to wear the heaviest shoes, e.g.  trainers on the flight and to wear a few layers that can always be stuffed into your carry on bag once on board. To […]