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The language of colour
What does the new year hold for you? We often take the turning of the year to reflect on the year past, and what we would like the future year to look like. I see many clients in the New Year who want ‘New Year, New You’ - and in my world that means an image refresh....
This Seasons Party Tricks
Well hello party season! How we do love you! This time of year often gives us the opportunity to get a bit dressed up – whether we have a party to go to or not – as it is the season where we can add a touch of glamour and shimmer even if we are on the school run,...
Statement Shades
The sun is shining, and its time to get to get our sunnies on! Sunglasses not only protect our eyes from harmful UV rays, but they are also a wonderful way of updating our look, adding interest to our outfit and showing our personal style. Here’s my tips on choosing...
Why Sustainable Fashion Matters
Did you know that the fashion industry is one of the largest polluters on the planet, second only to the oil industry? That sounds bizarre but when you think about the water pollution, water consumption, waste accumulation, microfibres, chemicals, carbon emissions,...
How to holiday like a Pro: My 8 top tips to avoid a holiday packing nightmare
How many times has this happened to you? You come back from a wonderful holiday in the sun with a great tan, your phone full of photos and videos, totally chilled – and a suitcase full of clothes only half of which have been worn? Okay so the laundry load may be...
Give a woman the right lipstick and she can conquer the world
And if that woman happens to be wearing red lipstick, then she is saying “I’m a woman in control”! As a styling and makeup consultant I regularly get asked for tips on wearing red lipstick. Usually this is because while most ladies would love to be able to wear red...
Jewellery – it’s a personal style thing!
“A woman makes an outfit her own with accessories.” Oscar De La Renta The right colours and lines will flatter you for sure, but a well-chosen accessory or two can truly take your outfit to the next level. But there’s no need to tip your entire jewellery box over...
What’s your scarf style?
One of the things we love most about the colder months here at colour me beautiful is that it gives us lots of opportunities to accessorise! Specifically by adding a colourful scarf to our outfit. Scarves are a fantastic way of completing your look and can elevate a...
Tips to transform your personal style
As fashion month gets into full swing around the world and Summer draws to an end, many of us will be thinking about our Autumn/Winter wardrobes. The start of a new season is the perfect time to take a step back and review your own personal style. We can all get stuck...