This is one of those genius inventions that I wish I had come up with. So simple – yet so effective! Canopi is the brainchild of Sandra Walsh of Sands Boutique in Dublin. It is a simply a long-sleeved garment that can be worn under sleeveless garments – great for anyone that wants to camouflage [...]
» Read MoreHere is a moodboard for a Summer capsule work wardrobe that I’ve created for a presentation tomorrow. The clothes featured are from the O’Donnell Boutique on-line store (free delivery with the Republic of Ireland). CAPSULE WORK WARDROBE – TOP TIPS Essentials: Make sure you have the basic essentials. These vary from person to person but generally [...]
» Read MorePregnancy was a very interesting time for me style-wise. By and large I found it to be an easier and cheaper process than I had anticipated. For the most part, I was sensible and conservative with my purchases, so hopefully my experiences may be of use to you: 1. Before buying maternity clothes, examine your [...]
» Read MoreI recently received a query from a lady seeking advice on finding clothes to flatter her apple-shaped physique. Incorrectly-fitting clothes belie the apple-shaped woman’s great figure, so here are a few tips to help anyone with this shape to achieve a streamlined, balanced, svelte look. Typical apple traits: Larger size on top, smaller size on bottom Carries weight [...]
» Read MoreI came across this thought-provoking article in last weekend’s Sunday Business Post, written by Jennifer O’Connell, wherein she discusses the parametres of age-appropriate dressing. She rightly picks apart the ridiculous expectations that society inflicts on women to dress a certain way, have a certain physique etc. – assumptions which are based purely on the woman’s [...]
» Read MoreFollowing on from my previous posts on how to look your best in photographs, professional photographer Shauna Kennedy from Morning Star Photography has these expert tips to offer: Choose the right photographer for you: Shop around for a photographer (at least 6 months in advance for weddings) and be sure to examine their portfolios to [...]
» Read MoreIn my previous post I concentrated on the basic principles on looking good for photographs, namely facial expression, posture and pose. In this post, I’ll give you a few pointers on selecting the right outfit and make-up for occasions where cameras tend to lurk! Photo-Friendly Style Comfort: You won’t look comfortable unless you feel comfortable. It’s [...]
» Read MoreHow are you when it comes to standing in front of a camera? Would you give Elle McPhearson a run for her money – or are you more likely to run a mile at the sight of a photographer? If you chose the latter option, join the club! As it happens, most people feel a [...]
» Read MoreI must apologise to Crowning Glory Boutique in Kanturk. A couple of months ago I sought suggestions from Facebook and Twitter followers for blog topics and Crowning Glory – who specialise in clothing sizes up to 22 – kindly suggested that I should do a post on how to dress a curvy figure. And I [...]
» Read MoreYou know that phrase, “out of sight, out of mind”? Often clients say to me that they have nothing to wear, but on closer inspection (sometimes excavation!) it transpires that they do actually have some great clothes buried deep in their wardrobes and hidden from memory. So, the lesson here is to put your clothes under [...]
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