Going greenery: How to wear the colour of the year
GOING green is the global catch cry for those wanting to improve their overall quality of life. So it’s no coincidence that the colour experts at Pantone have announced that…
How to wear summer’s must-have kaftan
NOVEMBER is beginning to tease us with its warm embrace — and I couldn’t be happier. Summer is just around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about our…
What is the right hat for your face shape?
IF you’re planning to head to the races this season don’t get pipped at the post in the style stakes — a hat or headpiece is an absolute must,…
The fashion habits that age you
OK, so you’ve graduated to middle age with honours. Apart from the obvious congratulations, it generally means you don’t have to suffer for fashion any more. Reaching the half-century mark…
How to keep your white sneakers (and shoes) white
OKAY, so you’ve got your new white kicks, but how do you keep white sneakers white and bright all year round? If you read my last post you’re probably wondering…
The new white shoe (sneakers) brigade
THE humble white sneaker has bounced out of the gym and onto the street, but most noticeably into our workwear wardrobes. No longer just a sports shoe, the classic all-white…
Borrowed from the boys: Flat shoes for every woman’s wardrobe
WHILE there is a place for heels in every woman’s wardrobe, flat shoes are an obvious choice for practical reasons. But with flats this amazing, who needs heels? Unless you…
How to rock a statement necklace
GIORGIO Armani once said “elegance is not about being noticed, it’s about being remembered”. Being remembered is one thing, but what woman doesn’t want to be noticed? The best way…
How to look rich when you’re not
WANT to look like you have more cash than dash? More luxe than less? Or just want to upgrade your look? Being rich and fabulous isn’t always about money. And…
How to wear black and navy together
BLACK would have to be the most popular fashion colour in the world. It’s WARDROBE 101 and there’s a reason why we wear so much of it. Just like the LBD,…
When is style “iconic”? When it’s absolutely perfect
AS a journalist, one of my pet hates is the misuse of certain words. Words such as “like” when used instead of “such as, as or as if”. Or the…
My life, my style: Country Road celebrates 40 years
THEY talk about “great years” when describing vintages of wine. I know it’s a long bow but you could also draw similar parallels in the fashion industry. While 1974 was…
The rules of retail therapy: Research, reconnaissance and reward
A NEW season promises new inspiration, new ideas and a new energy. It’s also about research, reconnaissance and reward — the rules of retail therapy. Autumn is one of my…
How to dress — and play — the leading lady
RECENT seasons have seen the return of a retro ladylike style aesthetic. A real favourite of mine, the ladylike style trend means it’s time to embrace the woman within and express…
My life, my style: In the mood for a white wardrobe
WHITE is so hot white now! While I’m in the mood for a white wardrobe (and continuing on from my previous post), thought I’d share some more of the summer…
How to shop — and survive — the Boxing Day sales
CHRISTMAS is done and dusted! And the new year is just around the corner. But what every woman loves more than anything, is a great bargain. So with the Boxing…
The ultimate guide to swimsuit shopping
FOR many in the southern hemisphere, summer is the time for the annual pilgrimage to a beach, river or holiday house — otherwise known as the shack. A time for…
Take a walk on the wild side: What to pack for Bali
TROPICAL climates call for clothes that are lightweight and fuss-free. Pieces you just pull on and go but also work together. Ideally, you need a travel capsule wardrobe. Shorts, tops…
What is the best dress style for your body shape?
SO, you need a new dress for your next party, a night out with the girls, or date night. But what is the best dress style for your body shape?…
A little black dress is your passport to sartorial success
EVERY woman needs something in her wardrobe that is classless, timeless and ageless. And there’s probably no single item of clothing that is more useful than the little black dress.…
What to wear to the autumn racing carnivals?
IT’S time for all fillies to saddle up for the Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival. So it’s little wonder that some women take months to plan their racing wardrobes. They have…
10 things every stylish woman knows
EVER wondered how some women always look so stylish? How they make it look so easy and effortless, in that “oh-that-old-thing, I-just-threw-it-on” kind of way? How they never look like…
How to rock new-season florals
FROM dresses to shoes, the latest silhouettes are bloomin’ all over with floral prints from dark and moody to feminine and flirty. It’s a garden of delights as fashion’s ongoing…
How to clean your closet: 10-step plan to wardrobe wonder
TRADITIONALLY, spring cleaning is done at the start of spring. But it shouldn’t just be the house that gets cleaned from top to toe. This is the perfect time for…
How to wear orange
ORANGE is the new black. Recent seasons have seen designers light up the runways with vibrant tangerines, neon oranges and amped-up corals that look great and wearable all at once.…
How to get graphic in black and white
IT’S described as monochrome: that classic combination of black and white. However, consult a dictionary and you’ll find monochrome means “different shades of one colour”. Go figure. But in fashion terms it…
Work it baby: The five pieces you need right now
JUST as the seasons change, so too do our wardrobe needs. Spring is just around the corner so it’s time to freshen up your workday wardrobe with a few new season basics that will take…
The 10 wardrobe essentials every woman needs
THE one question I get asked regularly is “what are my top 10 wardrobe essentials?” If I had $1 for every time I was asked that … well you know how it goes! But before I answer, I…
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