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Tips for developing a personal style

June 17, 2024 By in Fashion, Style Tags: , , , , , Leave a comment

When it comes to developing a personal style, it’s important to focus on what works for you. It can take some time to develop a signature look, but with plenty of practice, and the right colours, pieces, and accessories, it is achievable. Here are some tips for developing a personal style:

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Know your colours

We have colours that suit us better than others. If you don’t know your colours, the best way to find them is to try out pieces in different shades and see the colours that suit your natural colouring best. Your favourite colours may not be “your colours”, so play around with various colours to discover the best shades for your natural colouring.

Know your body shape

I have written extensively about knowing your body shape on Fashion and Style Police. You can catch up on some of the posts here and here. Knowing your body shape and what suits your shape best would help you stick to the right pieces that showcase your body in the right way.

Invest in quality items

Once you know your colours and body shape, the next step is to invest in timeless, quality items to create a capsule wardrobe. I always choose quality over quantity, so investing in quality classic items is a must because they are forever stylish and hang around for longer. A great place to start when it comes to investing in quality items is in the bag and shoes department, and then as the need arises and the bank balance allows, you can splurge on other areas.

Be unique and stay comfortable

A personal style should be unique and comfortable. There’s no point in developing a signature look that resembles that of your friend or favourite celebrity. For it to work and stand the test of time, your style needs to be all you. So take your time and discover what that entails to create your look.

Get inspired

I know I just said we should be unique and all, but sometimes, we may struggle to discover what our likes and dislikes are when it comes to fashion and style. So it’s okay to get inspiration from other outlets like fashion magazines, style blogs, and social media. As long as it is just inspiration, that’s fine! I get styling ideas from various sources, and these ideas inspire me to create my look.

 

Product Review – Tom Ford Black Orchid

May 28, 2024 By in Lifestyle, Product Reviews Tags: , , , 3 Comments

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The amazing Black Orchid Eau de Parfum by Tom Ford is one of my current favourite fragrances. I have been using this perfume for a few months now and I love it. This is unsurprising since Tom Ford is such a fabulous brand and their perfumes usually tick all my fragrance boxes. This Black Orchid perfume is the real deal! Check out my details on the fragrance below –

Product Description

A luxurious and sensual fragrance of rich, dark accords and an alluring potion of black orchids, and spice, Tom Ford’s Black Orchid is both modern and timeless. Bottled in fluted, black-glass, Black Orchid makes an unforgettable statement of iconic style and worldly glamour.

Fragrance Notes

• Top Notes: Black Truffle, Blackcurrant, Bergamot & Ylang-ylang
• Heart Notes: Orchid, Spicy Notes, Rich Fruit Accords & Lotus Wood
• Base Notes: Vetiver, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Balsam, Dark Chocolate, Incense, Amber & Vanilla

Here are my thoughts on this Tom Ford Black Orchid perfume –

PROS
  • This perfume has an amazing fragrance that is very long-lasting. A little goes a long way with this perfume.
  • The packaging is so fabulous and I like the sophisticated black bottle.
  • I don’t find the fragrance overpowering at all. It is simply perfect!
  • This Tom Ford fragrance is modern, timeless, sensual, and unisex. I am so into it.
  • It is a great fabulous fragrance for the cooler season.
CONS

None. I love everything about Black Orchid by Tom Ford.

If you fancy, this perfume currently retails at £106 for the 50ml bottle and £150 for the 100ml bottle in most fragrance stores.

How to use

On clean skin, spray once or twice on desired areas. Do not rub the fragrance on skin, as this can alter how the fragrance develops.

What are your thoughts on this Tom Ford fragrance? Have you tried it? What’s your signature scent? Do share in the comments section below. Thanks for stopping by, and have a good one.

3 Decluttering Tips for Spring

May 12, 2024 By in Fashion Tags: , , , , , Leave a comment

Spring is in full swing and the time has come for lighter pieces and colourful accessories. It is the season for decluttering, so if you on the hunt for decluttering tips for spring, you have landed on the right page! I have busy doing some spring cleaning and decluttering, and I have let go so many old and unwanted items from my wardrobe. Decluttering is always fun for me because it allows me let go unwanted clothing and accessories, which creates the much needed space for items i really need in my wardrobe.

Decluttering Tips for Spring

Here are 3 decluttering tips for spring –

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Separate the Seasons

Separating items in your wardrobe by seasons helps everything stay organised and in the right compartment. It also helps me find items easily and aids the overall decluttering process. You may find it easier to declutter by seasons. So you can get rid of unwanted spring and summer items at the start of spring for example. That way, your wardrobe stays organised for the new season and you have a good item of items you need once you have completed the decluttering process.

Sell unwanted items online

You can sell items you no longer need online. eBay is a great platform to start with, especially if you are looking to get rid of preloved designer items. I have been selling on eBay for many years and I have had quite a good experience overall. There are also many websites available to sell unwanted items, so do some research and find the right platform for you.

Buy less

Another great decluttering tip is to buy less, and stick to a capsule wardrobe. That way, you won’t have to declutter as much or as frequently. Buying less is also better for the planet and your wallet, so this is one tip I am seriously embracing and doing more of going forward. Like with many things, less is more…

 

 

 

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