Style for Life

From teen mum to Master’s Degree - Ali Rose’s inspiring story

In this episode, Stephanie talks to Alinor Rose (Ali), a successful scientist and former teen parent, who shares her inspiring journey of overcoming challenges and achieving her goals.
Ali discusses her experiences in a teen parent unit, the importance of community support, and her determination to pursue education and a fulfilling career while raising her daughter.
She reflects on the lessons learned, the significance of self-confidence, and her aspirations for the future.
For resources and information around accountability coaching and personal styling, check out: https://www.brightred.co.nz/

How to pack light when you always overpack

In this episode, Stephanie shares her journey of packing light for an extended holiday.
She discusses her strategies for choosing the right bags, selecting essential clothing, and organising her items using packing cells.
Stephanie talks about the importance of comfort in footwear and shares her go-to travel snacks. She also covers toiletries and personal care items, and concludes with a checklist for her carry-on essentials, all while aiming to travel efficiently and avoid overpacking.
For resources and information around accountability coaching and personal styling, check out: https://www.brightred.co.nz/ For info on the cotopaxi bag, check out: https://www.cotopaxi.co.nz/

8 things I wish I’d done in my 20s, and 8 things I’m glad I did

In this episode, Stephanie reflects on the eight things she wishes she had done in her 20s and the eight things she is glad she did do.
She shares personal stories and insights about education, career choices, body image, travel experiences, financial wisdom, and the importance of trusting your instincts.
The conversation emphasises the significance of personal growth and self-discovery during the formative years of life.
Content Warning: This episode discusses disordered eating, body image and touches on baby loss. Take care of yourself when listening.
For resources and information around accountability coaching and personal styling, check out: https://www.brightred.co.nz/

Why do we get grumpy as we age?

Let’s explore why we get more grumpy as we age. In this episode, Stephanie discusses practical strategies to combat the reasons behind the grumpiness.
She delves into some of the possible causes, such as hormonal changes, physical ailments, loneliness, and the impact of a changing world on our mental health.
Stephanie emphasises the importance of maintaining social connections, having a sense of purpose, and taking care of both physical and mental health to prevent grumpiness in older age.
For resources and information around accountability coaching and personal styling, check out: https://www.brightred.co.nz/

How to shop for clothes when its a struggle (or you hate shopping)

Clients come to me for many reasons but one of them is that they just do not find shopping for clothes an easy or pleasurable experience.  In this podcast I have unpacked 10 barriers to shopping for clothes and given some practical, real life suggestions on how to overcome these challenges.  The challenges are:
You think you don't (or you actually don't) have enough money for clothes 
Clothes only serve to prevent nakedness or to keep you warm and its stressful when you have to wear something for looks 
Don’t like your body
Have no idea what suits your colouring
You haven’t shopped for ages and you don’t know what’s available in the shops
Your body has radically changed shape and you don’t know how to shop for it
You have got older and don’t know what suits you
You don’t know what’s appropriate for your life now as you have a new job / kids / are self-employed / have moved cites or countries
You have a very opinionated partner / friend / other person in your life who undermines your confidence so you are unsure what to buy
You don’t know where to start
 
Listen to my podcast for suggestions and ideas on how to overcome these challenges.  
 
 
 

Episode 51 - How to layer

Another style dilemma I am often asked to solve involves helping my clients with layering their clothing.  Whether its for warmth or style it can be challenging in both instances.  
Layering is often in three or more parts:
1.  Base layer garments:  sports bras,  singlets,  camisoles,  slips,  thermals.  
2.  Mid layers:  t shirts,  shorts,  long sleeved tops,  thermals
3.  Outer layers:  jackets,  jerseys/sweaters,  blazers, coats,  rain jackets
 
Why do we layer:
 
Warmth / insulation 
To keep cool
Style / creativity
To cover up lumps and bumos
To give visual balance
To give you shape
To combine pattern and colour
To wear hard to match pieces
To wear pieces trans-seasonally 
For fun!
Listen to my podcast to get all the tips and tricks and feel free to contact me if you want some help with this.  
 
Enjoy!

Episode 50 - How social pressure can affect your health choices and what to do about it.

One of things many of my accountability clients struggle with is the social pressure from others to step out of their health commitments.   This often looks like consuming food or alcohol that is not aligned with their health goals.   I have experienced this myself and know how tough it can be.  
 
This podcast addresses the 'good' and 'bad' social pressures and then gives some strategies to help with sticking to your goals when others try and derail you... 
How to respond and stand up for what you believe in:
Find like-minded people
Explain with confidence and be assertive - no thanks and not for me
Think of an excuse
Suggest something else to do
Avoid certain situations
Stand up for others
Ask questions of the other person – deflect
Be repetitive
Consider the results of giving in
Seek support – therapy
 
Enjoy and thank you for listening.. 
 

How kinesiology can change your life...

This podcast is all about the practice and journey of kinesiology.   For a science buff like me I have been blown away with the power of this practice.  
Gina shares how it works and how it could help you in all aspects of your life - style, fitness, health or just general wellbeing.  
 
To find out more check out her wonderful website: 
https://www.createflow.co.nz/
 

Episode 48 - Ginne's incredible journey...

Sometimes people come into your life that blow you away.   Ginnie was one of those for me..  She came to me to clean up her health and wellness and in the process lost 19kgs..  We did this via accountability coaching.   She is an inspiration and this is her story.  
Her transformation looked like:  
 
1. Better and settled sleep habits 
2. Weight loss of 81.3kgs to 62.6kgs in 21weeks - 18.7kgs lost 
3. 64cm off 6 measured sites (chest, waist, hips, upper arm, thigh).  An astonishing 19cm was from the hip area 
4. Large increase in fitness and mobility 
5. Able to complete 5kms running without stopping 
 
Listen to the podcast to hear how this all unfolded for her... 
Click on this link if tyou would like to take up one of my spaces for May (I have two spaces left) 
https://www.brightred.co.nz/acountability-coaching
 
 
 

Episode 47 - Autumn / Winter Fashion trends and Shopping tours 2025

This podcast is all about whats out in the shops this Autumn / Winter and how to purchase it and integrate it into your wardrobes. 
This coming weekend (26th and 27th April 2025) I am also hosting shopping tours at Merivale Mall where I will show you what these trends look like in reality and also give you some insights into what is on offer without having to filter through the racks!  Book the tours here:  
https://events.humanitix.com/autumn-style-refresh-shopping-tours-with-stephanie-rumble
Also check out my Instragram to see how these trend all look... https://www.instagram.com/brightrednz_/?hl=en
Trends for this season are: 
Maximalist dressing
Bold colourful sneakers
Big accessories
Textured dressing
70’s styling
Maroon and red and chocolate brown
Soft, slouchy bags
Animal print
Flat shoes – think loafers and school shoes, ballet flats. 
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