Posts in category: Style Tips & Advice

Have you started the New Year off with a gym contract & huge aspirations to lose weight? Many of us start the year off with an eating plan or a “diet”. We feel that if we can do this we will be happier. Losing weight does not mean you will be happy. There are plenty of unhappy skinny people in this world & you don’t want to be one of them! Some people are quite content to be the size they are and are happy with their body image. It can be a little dis-heartening seeing ramp models dressed in beautiful outfits which we know we will never wear. To my Curvy clients, you too can look stylish & comfortable. You don’t have to weigh 50kg’s! We just do it in a different way. “Style has no size”

So, How do we embrace our curves with confidence?

1. Don’t wait to lose weight to look great

   Having a great sense of style has nothing to do with your size. Buy fabulous items which fit you now. Clothing can always be altered to fit if you become smaller.

2. Dress for your body shape, not your size.

   The way your clothing fits you are imperative. Look for clothing that shapes and contours your body. Emphasize your assets and disguise the parts you’re less proud of.

3. Don’t be afraid to embrace fashion trends

   Pick out 5 new items for the season. It could be a new colour, print, an earring or necklace which is on trend. A new bag in a pop of colour is also fab! Work these into your investment wardrobe to create an updated look.

4. Wear clothing which skims your body

   Opt for well-made clothing which is not too tight. Darts & panel lines create an illusion of shape. Stay away from garments which look like giant smocks, they are not flattering at all & will only make you feel larger.

5. Follow Style Me Image Consulting for inspiration

   You will find current trends & outfit ideas to inspire your wardrobe. You are welcome to chat to me or let me know what areas you’re battling with & I will put together blog articles to help you.  Follow Style Me on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn & Facebook. All social media icon links are at the bottom of this website.

Remember, Body confidence doesn’t come from trying to achieve the ‘perfect’ body. It comes from embracing the one you’ve already got!

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New Years is all about new beginnings. Giving yourself a chance to make right what went wrong. It’s about putting new goals and challenges in place. Many of us have those empty speech bubbles… the ones you see in cartoons. Let me help you create a list to avoid that speechless moment.

8 Tips to making you feel confident & start on a positive note:

1. Have your haircut. Change your style or colour if you’re feeling brave. Trim those dead ends so you’re off to a fresh start.
2. Neaten up those nails. A new nail colour or something bright can psychologically improve your serotonin levels.
3. Do a Wardrobe detox. This helps to de-clutter your mind. Do the same to your office space.
4. Write a list of goals for 2018 and set dates by which you want to achieve them.
5. Write down 20 positive affirmations starting with “I am…”. Read these everyday to increase your confidence & help achieve your goals.
6. Book a facial or do a DIY at home. Cleanse your skin from all that excess sunscreen & get back that glow. A good exfoliation is always a great idea after a summer holiday.
7. Retail Therapy goes a long way after doing your wardrobe detox. Buy an investment piece during the January sales.
8. Stop thinking about everything you don’t have & start being grateful for everything you do have. Gratitude is key to happiness & a positive outlook on the year ahead.

I hope 2018 is full of great surprises!

Put your best foot forward.

There were 3 girls in my family plus my mom. For my Dad, travelling with us was so stressful as we brought our massive suitcases down to the car. This was probably one of the worst jobs trying to fit everything in. To top it all off, we used to run up and down the stairs as we realized we had forgot something. Today, my husband & Dad wished I had learnt what I know now back then!

Remember if you pack light, you can literally fit in 70+ Outfits into a 7kg carry on luggage bag with only 12 garments! Who needs more?

Here are 7 Packing Tips for your Holiday:

1. Lay your clothing on the bed and then eliminate one third – We always take too much! If you worried you don’t have enough, take laundry powder with for the odd item which can be hand washed.
2. Put your earrings through buttons so you don’t loose them, or use an empty contact lens case.
3. Put necklaces in between Glad wrap so they don’t tangle or thread them through a straw.
4. Turn your Blazers or jackets inside out so they don’t crease.
5. Roll socks and underwear, place in a zip lock bag and into your shoes.
6. Pack jeans
 & dresses, roll tops, pack belts round the edge of the suitcase.
7. Take small travel size items, glad wrap the top and then replace with caps to avoid exploding at high altitude.

• Double bag toiletries.
• Keep Toiletries in the suitcase for next time you travel.
• Place shoes in first & fill the gaps with soft items.

Hope you have a fabulous trip!

xxx

1.Keep it Simple

Summer Holidays are about spending time at the beach or around the pool. My absolute favorite time of the year. A little Vitamin D goes a long way! What should we wear to achieve effortless Style this holiday?

Investment pieces are key to making it all work. Love every item you choose. Beautiful fabrics in simple styles ooze elegance. Choose your favourite jeans, most comfortable sneakers or sandals & your most versatile jacket or cardigan. If you a leggings kind of girl, these are great for a relaxed comfortable holiday look. (Don’t forget to wear a top which covers your bottom!) Simple T’s or a classic dress are great pieces to keeping it simple.

2. The Rule of “3”

Wear these 3 items at the same time!

1. Your basic outfit
2. Jewellry
3. A scarf, belt, statement shoe or handbag

Wear 3 colours at the same time!

This could be different tones of the same colour or different colours. Too many colours could look like a Christmas tree…unless this is the look you are going for.

1. Denim jeans
2. White T-shirt
3. Brown jacket & shoes

3. Focal Point

Create a focal point such as a beautiful earring, statement necklace or a coloured lip. A coloured sneaker or something metallic could create some interest to your outfit. This helps to achieve effortless style this holiday without trying to hard.

4. The French Hair

I love holiday time when I can just loosely tie my hair up in a bun. A few loose strands can look stylish. It’s cool & easy to manage especially after diving into the pool. Try a little less effort with your short hair…if you can!

5. Simplify Make up

I’m often torn between no make up or full make up! If you can’t go without makeup try this simple routine:

1. Moisturize & apply sunscreen
2. Use Kryolan foundation for a flawless look
3. I love MAC’s Black silicone pot which I use with an angled brush to create that liquid line above the top lashes. This is Waterproof and creates eye definition.
4. Waterproof Mascara of your choice. I use Clinique’s Waterproof Mascara but it’s up to you!
5. Pop on a clear or colored gloss to give you that ultimate Summer glow.
6. If you not mad about the dewy look you can finish with your KryolanTranslucent powder.

Hope you have an effortless Stylish holiday!

xxx

Looking Stylish at the office can really boost your self-confidence resulting in an increase in productivity as well as taking pride in your work. We all want to put our best foot forward & enhance respect towards each other within this environment. Our physical appearance is a tool which can be used to achieve this without saying a word. It really is a stepping stone towards success.

The photographs above are of a very special client, Sihle Mpungose. The above photoshoot was styled with existing items Sihle had in her wardrobe combined with items we bought on our shopping spree together. I put together these wardrobe capsules for her to wear to the office. It has made her life so easy. Doesn’t she look so stylish? We had such fun doing this shoot!

Here are 10 Ways to look more Stylish at the Office:

1. Plan your outfit the night before

Most of us are just shattered at the end of the day but believe me when I say it definitely saves time in the morning. It gives you the opportunity to put together something a little different and allows more time for creativity instead of throwing on the same outfit every day.

2. Match your pout to your pumps

This is a fabulous rule to follow for a quick stylish look. Pop on a nude shoe with a nude lip or a red shoe with a red lip. This instantly pulls your look together effortlessly.

3. Accessories are your best friend

Think of them as not just the icing, but they are the sprinkles on a chocolate cupcake. How much more decadent & delicious is a beautifully decorated cupcake? This is key to pulling off impeccable yet effortless style. Add a sparkly diamond or pearl necklace to a structured shirt. This immediately adds a more feminine element to your ensemble. Remember not to overdo the earrings, you don’t want to look like a Christmas Tree! Add a beautiful statement piece to your outfit whether it be a necklace, earrings, shoe or bag.

4. Add an impressive bag

This will transform your entire look! Consider adding a bag in your signature colour. A pop of Colour can take your outfit from drab to fab in the blink of an eye.

5. A Smart blazer or Coat

Dress up your trousers, jumpsuit or denim with a smart blazer or coat in a contrasting colour or different textured fabric. If you decide on a print, choose a timeless, classic print.

6. Add a feminine spin to the Androgynous suit

• Add a lace camisole under your blazer.
• Trade in your pencil skirt for an asymmetrical wrap skirt.
• Ruffles on blouses or jackets add a more feminine look to your office wardrobe. It definitely softens that hard corporate image without taking away the respect factor.

7. Challenge yourself NOT to wear black

Try this! your outfit will automatically have a more Spring feel to it. If you can’t do white or cream, try substituting grey for black if you still prefer a darker shade. Grey is an update to your neutral palette. It gives an edge to your wardrobe. It is fabulous paired with Rose gold. Most colour seasons are able to wear a shade of grey.

8. Metallic shoe

A metallic shoe is a great way to update your wardrobe. It is a great substitute from your standard black pump or heel. It is an extremely versatile colourway which works fabulously in corporate wear as well as denim.

9. Choose your investment pieces in plain fabrics

This way you have more versatility & won’t look like you’ve worn the same blouse 2-3 times that week. Your wardrobe will go so much further. Remember, there is nothing more dated than yesterday’s newspaper and last seasons print. A Print has a short lifespan, it dates so quickly. Rather update your plain items with accessories.

10. Go from Day to Date Night in one outfit

I dress like this most days as I just don’t have time to re-charge between juggling kids & work. You can always throw in a pair of heels or a clutch to transform your day outfit into your date night outfit.

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