Style for Life

Episode 22 - How to elevate your style for a promotion or career change

We have all heard the old adage 'dress for the job you want,  not the job you have'.   Sometimes it can feel impossible to know where to start with this.  Following a listener question I have popped this list of 10 tips to elevate your style for a promotion or career change together for you.  
Take your cues from the people who rank just above you at your company. Be inspired by how they dress.
Ensure your clothes fit you properly. I can't emphasise this enough – fit is king. Cheap clothes that fit will look much better on you and give you much more presence than expensive clothes that don't.
Change up the default uniform slightly, so you stand out but people don’t know why. Subtle patterns will help you stand out, but make sure they don’t clash. 
Choose dark colours like black, burgundy, charcoal, and navy to convey authority and be taken seriously. Limit bright colours and pastels to one piece like a shirt OR a jacket
Collect a wardrobe of good basics - quality over quantity - good quality trousers,  blazer, skirts and dresses that are in classic cuts.  
Take care of your personal grooming. Haircut,  make up and good nails.  
Pay attention to your shoes – good quality shoes do everything for an outfit. Buy the best you can afford. 
Ensure everything is pressed and tidy. Well laundered and looks clean and sharp. 
Accessories also need to be up to date - jewellery all matches and bags also co-ordinate 
If you wear glasses - ensure that the frames are current and suit your face shape.  
Good luck! 

Episode 21 - 'How to look slimmer in your clothes (if you want to)'

Some of my clients ask me how to look slimmer in their clothes.   I just want you guys to know that I am about everyone being the best version of themselves regardless of size.   Here are some of my pointers: 
Buy decent underwear
Understand your best necklines
Wear one colour head to toe
Colour placement
Wear a tight fitting bodysuit of singlet to smooth out the bulges
Choose a shape of dress that works for your figure – a shift if your weight is in your tummy, a wrap or empire line if its in your hips and thighs
Add some height in your shoes
Put volume in your clothes to balance things out
Pair dark pants with a statement top
Get your lengths and proportions correct
Suggest a waist
Look for a good blazer
Get out of all black - it can be heavy and solid looking. 
Enjoy and please let me know if you have any suggestions for another podcast.   
 

Episode 20 - How using a stylist and accountability coach can improve your mental health - with special guest Charlotte Cummings

It was an absolute privilege to chat with my friend,  the lovely Charlotte Cummings about her journey with styling and accountability coaching.  Charlotte is a therapist,  private investigator and master podcaster.   She has also shared this episode on her podcast 'Feel Better'  - a podcast about all things mental health.  
This episode is about Charlottes journey to improve her health, wellness and we discuss all things parenting,  mental health and the vagus nerve even gets a mention!
I am eternally grateful to Charlotte for starting me on the this podcast journey and I am in awe of al she juggles while raising three small children.  Have a listen to this podcast about how you really can have it all!  
 
 

Episode 19 - How to choose clothes for a special Occassion or event

For some people the words black tie can feel like 'black death' and they decline an invitation that they may want to accept.  
An event may be a wedding, The Races,  a ball or simply a family gathering that requires you to dress up a little.  
This podcast unpacks my 10 top tips for getting sorted for an event.  My tips are as follows;  
Understand the invitation
Over dress to impress
Keep balance and choose what to accentuate
Understand what best enhances your figure and colouring
Invest in a simple dress or separates that can be worn again
Think outside the square
Wear statement jewellery
Choose comfortable heels
Sort your ideal party handbag
Be confident
Enjoy

Episode 18 - Do you have to spend a lot of money to look good? How to dress well for less.

It is a common misconception that you have to spend vast amounts of money to look great.  This podcast guides you through 11 ways that you can get the most out of your clothes,  style and wardrobe without spending a lot of money.  
Here are the tips for your reference:  
Think about the image you want to portray
Choose clothes you feel good in 
Choose clothes that suit your personality, colouring, shape and lifestyle
Create a capsule wardrobe 
Create a coordinated look
Know what to spend money on 
Know what to save money on 
Shop in your own wardrobe
Have a clothes swapping party
Buy preloved clothes
Shop smart in the sales
 
 

Episode 17 - How to lose nearly 40kgs without surgery. With special guest Julie Hercock

Accountability coaching is one of my offerings.   This is where I provide intense, totally personalised health and weight management coaching for people who have tried for many years to lose weight and failed.  I help unpack the complexities of weight management and I am there as a support person every step of the way to help you navigate all of the obstacles that come up.  
Julie and I have been working together for nearly a year now and she has lost 37kgs and is still on her journey with a goal of completing a half marathon in Queenstown in November.   She has made significant and life changing modifications to her routines that have allowed her to not only lose weight but come off many medications,  participate in activities with her children and ride a horse again.  She feels 20years younger and has stepped back into her life with gusto.  
This is her story.... 
 
 

Episode 16 - 'To gray or not to gray' - the pros and cons of letting your natural hair colour shine..

Colouring your hair comes up all the time for my clients.  It is often an areas that I get a few questions about and getting your hair colour right for your skin tone makes all the difference as to whether or not you look well, awake and healthy.  
One of the really tricky areas to navigate is when (if at all) you decide to stop colouring your hair and let it go 'natural'.  My job is to help you feel the best you can about yourself and if that means helping guide you with hair colour (often in consultation with a hairdresser) or helping reassure you that your natural colour will look good then I have succeeded.  
This podcast explores all the pros and cons of colouring your hair and when is the 'right time' to change your hair colour especially if you have a lot of gray hair (over 30%).  
I refer to a facebook page for women wanting to transition to gray hair.  You will need to join as its s private group and very inspiring:    
https://www.facebook.com/groups/550897028360004
I also follow this Luisa on Instagram and she has transitioned to grey hair - she is 53 and shares her story.  Check it out:  
https://www.instagram.com/thesilverlining_1970/
This is also the conditioner I sometimes use which comes if a whole raft of colours that can take the heat out of gray hair for one or two washes if you use one close to your natural colour:
https://www.wella.com/professional/en-EN/hair-color/color-fresh/color-fresh-mask#/?_k=m87lhe
 
Enjoy the podcast and keep the feedback coming.  
Thank you for listening.  
 
 
 
 
 

Episode 15 - How to be a more confident person

Confidence is one of those things that can effect all aspects of your life.  More confident people often make healthier lifestyle choices,  have more success in the workplace,  have more positive social interactions and are happier and more resilient.  
Check out the podcast to hear my 13 top tips on how to be more confident: 
1. Take care of yourself 
2.  Keep your promises to yourself and others 
3.  Move in a way that feels good and works for your body 
4. Celebrate small victories
5.  Stay true to your values 
6.  Acknowledge your achievements. 
7. Speak positively to yourself 
8. Try something new 
9.  Surround yourself with support
10.  Dress in a way that feels good 
11. Help others 
12. Practice something new 
13.  Express gratitude 
 
I hope that is helpful and feel free to contact me for suggestions or ideas.  
 
 

Episode 14 - How to overcome adversity with special guest Zack Rumble

Learning how to get up when you are down is a tough skill.  Zack has had more than his fair share of knock backs and has certainly had to dig deep to get where he is today.  He has developed some great strategies to manage life as a high performance rower.   
This podcast explores some techniques and ideas that may help you when things do not go to plan.  
Thank you Zack for being my first guest! 

Episode 13 - My best tips for a summer escape holiday

Sometimes it can be hard to get inspired to get into summer clothes when we have been holed up in winter clothes for ages - but we booked that trip overseas and its time to get the swimwear and shorts out.  
This podcast gives tips on what to chose,  how to pack, some tips on best footwear choices for travelling and how to get the best out of the clothes you are wearing when you are away.  
I also share tips on how to stay fit and healthy when you are travelling.  It is really easy and appropriate to indulge when you are away but how do you draw the line and ensure that you are not returning home with extra unwanted kgs.   
Feel free to listen and leave some comments or suggestions on what you would like to hear more of!
 
Thank you for listening.