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Monday, 19 December 2011
Oh the weather outside is frightful...but the Fashion is sooo delightful!
Well it has been a while since my last blog and my excuse has been that I was preparing for another fashion show at John Lewis. It took place on 10th December for West End VIP day and it was a Winter Wonderland theme. I had great fun putting together the outfits which were inspired by fairytale characters, Tim Burton films and after a trip to the Degas exhibition - ballet! Once again I was lucky to work with some amazing models, creative stylists provided my freelancetheworkspace.com, makeup artist Laura Hunt and photographer Greg Veit. Here are the photos from the day....
Thursday, 27 October 2011
Vogue's Fashions Night Out - John Lewis
Monday, 24 October 2011
5 tips to get the most out of your Personal Shopping trip
I admit I may have some selfish reasons for writing this but I feel these pointers would ensure that both stylist and client would benefit from them. They are more relevant to personal shopping services within department stores as opposed to an independent personal shopper. The more planning you can do before your session the more beneficial it will be!
1. Planning
Before attending your personal shopping session have a rummage through your wardrobe and make notes about the items that need replacing or 'rogue' items that you have nothing to wear with. This is always a good place to start before moving on to more adventurous ideas. It also gives you a good overview of your current style and highlights the areas that need improving or developing. Also bear in mind that if you are wanting summer dresses in November, chances are you will have to wait until the new season!
2. Research
Pour yourself a glass of wine and have a flick through magazines such as InStyle, Grazia, Elle and Vogue for inspiration and bookmark pages that display styles you would like to try. The internet is also great for finding images. Your stylist will be able to interpret the look for your bodyshape and find similar items which work for you.
3. Work out a budget
Whether your budget is £200 or £2000, make this clear to your stylist at the beginning. There is no point in your stylist bringing in high-end labels if your budget doesn't allow for them. Also bear in mind that a low budget will not get you a whole new wardrobe, so think about the items you need most and build the rest up gradually.
4. Try everything on
Even if it is something you would never pick up for yourself. Remember the reason as to why you are there in the first place and try to remain open minded. Stay in each new outfit for at least a few minutes to overcome the initial 'OMG this is so different' wave of panic and let your eyes and mind adjust to the new image in the mirror. If it really isn't working, a professional stylist will agree and move on to the next outfit. Eliminating is good too!! Trying on is the most important part of the session and will introduce you to new ideas and styles.
5. Do not bring friends and relatives
I think maybe the only exception is a mother of the bride bringing along her daughter but otherwise, turning up with friends is your stylist's worst nightmare! You may think that your best friend gives her honest opinion but really she will only think as far as what she would wear herself. Remember that she does not have a professional, objective opinion about what really suits you and this can make your stylist's job tricky and you won't get the best out of your session.
1. Planning
Before attending your personal shopping session have a rummage through your wardrobe and make notes about the items that need replacing or 'rogue' items that you have nothing to wear with. This is always a good place to start before moving on to more adventurous ideas. It also gives you a good overview of your current style and highlights the areas that need improving or developing. Also bear in mind that if you are wanting summer dresses in November, chances are you will have to wait until the new season!
2. Research
Pour yourself a glass of wine and have a flick through magazines such as InStyle, Grazia, Elle and Vogue for inspiration and bookmark pages that display styles you would like to try. The internet is also great for finding images. Your stylist will be able to interpret the look for your bodyshape and find similar items which work for you.
3. Work out a budget
Whether your budget is £200 or £2000, make this clear to your stylist at the beginning. There is no point in your stylist bringing in high-end labels if your budget doesn't allow for them. Also bear in mind that a low budget will not get you a whole new wardrobe, so think about the items you need most and build the rest up gradually.
4. Try everything on
Even if it is something you would never pick up for yourself. Remember the reason as to why you are there in the first place and try to remain open minded. Stay in each new outfit for at least a few minutes to overcome the initial 'OMG this is so different' wave of panic and let your eyes and mind adjust to the new image in the mirror. If it really isn't working, a professional stylist will agree and move on to the next outfit. Eliminating is good too!! Trying on is the most important part of the session and will introduce you to new ideas and styles.
5. Do not bring friends and relatives
I think maybe the only exception is a mother of the bride bringing along her daughter but otherwise, turning up with friends is your stylist's worst nightmare! You may think that your best friend gives her honest opinion but really she will only think as far as what she would wear herself. Remember that she does not have a professional, objective opinion about what really suits you and this can make your stylist's job tricky and you won't get the best out of your session.
Thursday, 20 October 2011
My TV debut
So as I was just about to go on my lunch break on Monday when our receptionist says 'errr...you're not going to like this but....' .
15 minutes later I'm in front of a camera (stomach rumbling very loudly) talking about nude tights. Yep, you read correctly, nude tights. Due to a certain Duchess having been seen wearing them they are expecting a big rise in sales for flesh-coloured hosiery and sheer stockings. Ironically, I was wearing the sheer's heavier cousin - the black opaques which provide not only warmth for this time of year, but they also act a kind of comfort blanket to hide behind when your Summer tan has faded.
Anyway, the filming went really well (it was only about 30 seconds) and was on the Channel 5 news at 5pm. Despite highlighting the latest interest flesh coloured hosiery I am still unsure as to whether I will be wearing it anytime soon - what can I say? I feel the cold!!
15 minutes later I'm in front of a camera (stomach rumbling very loudly) talking about nude tights. Yep, you read correctly, nude tights. Due to a certain Duchess having been seen wearing them they are expecting a big rise in sales for flesh-coloured hosiery and sheer stockings. Ironically, I was wearing the sheer's heavier cousin - the black opaques which provide not only warmth for this time of year, but they also act a kind of comfort blanket to hide behind when your Summer tan has faded.
Anyway, the filming went really well (it was only about 30 seconds) and was on the Channel 5 news at 5pm. Despite highlighting the latest interest flesh coloured hosiery I am still unsure as to whether I will be wearing it anytime soon - what can I say? I feel the cold!!
Wednesday, 19 October 2011
Major-Look's New Illustrator
Major Look has a new Illustrator!!! Skelly:ART!
Find Skelly on Facebook @Skelly:ART and Twitter @KellyBells84
Take a 'Major Look' ;) at her website www.skelly-art.com
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