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The growing appeal of adjustable clothes
Changeable clothing size can be a genuine wardrobe problem.
Can a bag make you more organised?
I am messy. Over the years, I’ve got worse. My bag — invariably a large tote of some kind — is a source of particular disappointment.
Why are luxury shoes so uncomfortable?
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Why are luxury shoes so uncomfortable?
Designer footwear often looks great but doesn’t feel it. Don’t get me wrong, I deeply appreciate luxury goods.
Ask a Stylist: How to find the right trenchcoat
I love a trenchcoat, but every time I try one on I look ridiculous and give up. What am I getting wrong about this wardrobe essential?
Ask a Stylist: skinny jeans are back — here’s how to wear them
I have read that skinny jeans are in. Should I care? Do I ditch the baggy jeans now? Yes, they are back, and I can hear you groaning.
Ask a Stylist: how to dress for a more senior role
I am moving into a new, more senior role and want clothes that reflect the change.
Ask a Stylist: how to shop mindfully
I am keen to focus on “mindful” shopping in the new year and would like to take a different approach to building my wardrobe.
Ask a stylist: finding the forever party piece
What is the best investment when it comes to a party outfit? I’m looking to buy a piece that can serve me for a good few years.
Ask a stylist: autumn dressing without overheating
I love knitwear but often find myself getting too hot and flustered, especially on the commute.
Ask a stylist: how to look smart and feminine
I work in media and am generally casual, but at nearly six feet I want to inject some femininity without resorting to short skirts,...
How to dress to give shape
I suffer from an expanding middle in which my waist has all but disappeared, could you help me create a look that doesn’t make me feel so...
Ask a stylist: how to dress for a festival in your forties
How can I dress for a music festival in my forties? (We are going in and out on day tickets, so no camping!) How marvellous. Can I come?
Ask a Stylist: dressing for summer events — whatever the weather
I’d like some help with how to stay warm and stylish at summer events that are outdoors or in the evenings! Ah! I had that very problem...
Ask a Stylist: smart shoes for warmer weather
Please can you tell me what shoes to wear in summer that aren’t trainers or sandals?
Ask a Stylist: how to wear wide-leg trousers
How can an average-height woman pull off those extra-wide trousers without a heel and still look fashionable and cool?
Ask a Stylist: how to wear scarves
I have drawers full of scarves, many of which I love but never wear. Please tell me how to make more use of them. You are not alone.
Ask a Stylist: how to liven up your winter wardrobe
I loathe my clothes this time of year. My knits are pilled, my coats feel old and shabby, and I’m bored with black and grey.
Ask a Stylist: How to find a good ‘investment’ coat
How do I find a good “investment” coat? I want something warm, practical, affordable and aesthetically pleasing.
Ask a Stylist: how to choose boots that suit your legs Original
How do I choose a pair of boots that will flatter my legs? And what do I wear them with?
Ask a Stylist: what’s a smart-casual look for walking the dog?
I’d like to up my game a little for dog walks. Could you suggest some looks to try out?
Ask a Stylist: how do I update my denim for autumn?
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Ask a Stylist: how do I update my denim for autumn?
I haven’t bought new jeans in years, and I want to invest in a smarter pair (or two) for autumn. What styles, washes etc should I consider?
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Ask a Stylist: which sandals can I wear for walking and work?
I’m doing some walking tours over the summer holidays.
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Ask a Stylist: how to dress for transitional weather
How do I dress for this strange, variable weather we’re having in London? I have never mastered layering.
Ask a Stylist: headbands and how to wear them Original
Can I wear an headband without looking like a child? And are they best avoided at the office?
Ask a Stylist: spring knits and how to style them
I would love some tips for a cool, cosy sweater for spring.
How to dress for your first job Original
If I cast my mind back to the time I joined womenswear brand Wallis — which was my first job, not counting Pizza Hut and the kitchens of...
Ask a Stylist: how to get out of a style rut
I am so bored of all my clothes and feel rudderless when it comes to even beginning to say what “my style” is. What should I do?
Ask a Stylist: outfits to fall for on Valentine’s Day
I’d love to get a dress or outfit for Valentine’s Day that’s comfortable but interesting. What do you suggest? Ah, Valentine’s Day.
Ask a stylist: how to look more memorable
I am fed up of people I have met several times saying “nice to meet you” — is there a way to look more memorable?
How to dress festively without looking like a holiday decoration
Please can you tell me where to find festive outfits that feel elegant and not like a Christmas decoration?
Ask a stylist: what textures go well together?
What kind of textures go well together? For example does linen go well with silk, does cotton go well with more canvas textures, etc?
Ask a stylist: how do I find a jacket that suits my shape?
Is there a jacket that suits all women?
Ask a stylist: what clothes are worth investing in?
As a new autumn season approaches, what are the clothes worth investing more money in? And are there areas where I can save?
Sunglasses — finding the perfect look
I need some new sunglasses and the last few I’ve bought haven’t looked quite right.
What to wear to the office when it’s too hot to wear anything
I live in New York, where temperatures are regularly above 29C — and the subway gets much hotter.
Shoes for summer events
I’ve just come back from my first outdoor summer event of the year, and my mules sunk into the grass. What should I wear instead?
How to look classic — but not staid
I like to dress in a relatively classic style but am worried I end up looking staid and old-fashioned. Have you any tips?
Matching tops and trousers with flair
Trousers come in a variety of shapes and lengths these days and the tops I wear with my skinny jeans don’t look as good with wide-leg...
How to bring personality to a corporate wardrobe
I have a portfolio career but my roles require very different things.
‘Do I have to go back into heels?’
During the pandemic, I have almost entirely rid my wardrobe of heels.
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