Seasonal Style

Autumn Winter Style, AW'23, Colour Analysis, Image Consultant Hertfordshire, Seasonal Style, Uncategorized, Winter Style

Shades of Winter

Winter shades can be dark and a a tad drab. However this Autumn / Winter there are some interesting shades which will help boost the winter blues!

Let’s start with the seasons neutrals. This season, there are black items in the shops, but there is also a gorgeous array of coffee and cream shades too!

Cream trousers are great for autumn so these patch pocket jeans from Boden might hit the mark.

Corduroy Trousers, Boden £95

Or what about the chic trench coat dress from Reiss in a warm neutral caramel colour?

Kaiya Trench Coat, Reiss, £195

If you can take the deeper warmer golden and coffee browns then the zebra print top from Hush might appeal (they do this print in a dress, maxi skirt, scarf and tote bag too!)

Lauren Notch Neck Top, £69, Hush

This satin jumpsuit from Mango is a real subtle statement. Great for petites who can look taller when they wear the same colour head to foot.

Satin Shirt Jumpsuit, £59.99, Mango

Another key colour this season, and one that is often reserved for summer months, is luxurious pastel vanilla or buttery yellow. If you have a warm undertone to your skin, then this may be a useful alternative to beige for you.

Uniqlo, in a collaboration with Clare Waight Keller have launched this simple chic wrap coat.

Wrap Coat £109.90 Uniqlo

Or you might like the knitted pleated skirt and top combo from Cos.

Knitted Maxi Skirt £95, and Top £65, Cos

If you look better with some depth in your shades, then how about this skirt from Ro&Zo which teams light yellow with black

Yellow Floral Skirt, £89, Ro&Zo (also available via Next)

And the brightest colour trend this Autumn / Winter is Red! And there is a shade out there for everyone – from the bolder reds of this Mint Velvet suit

Red Corsage Blazer £299, and Trousers £129, Mint Velvet

And this Satin Blouse from Zara – which also hits on the satin trend which is huge this season!

Satin Shirt, £22.99, Zara

To the deeper reds of the Joe Browns teddy coat

Teddy Jacket, £75, Joe Browns

And then cooler reds like this Dune bag

Croc-Effect Crossbody Bag, £75, Dune

If you would like to know which on trend colours work best for you, then get on the Colour Analysis trend and contact me: lynnette@mycolourandstyle.com

Posted by asvasv on 28/11/2023

Autumn Winter Style, AW'20, Body shape, Checks, Image Consultant, Image Consultant Hertfordshire, Pattern, Personal Stylist, Seasonal Style

Checkmate!

As an Image Consultant, I love the change in Seasons! But this one has been quite a challenge!!

The AW20 season hit the catwalk back in Feb, and since then our shops have not only faced the challenge of covid19, they have also had to take the catwalk trends and shape them into wearable pieces for us everyday. Also during this time, how we have dressed has changed, with more home working – some of us will be happy with this, whilst others will be wishing to get back to their ‘normal’ dress code and the desire to get out and about again.

One element that came through the catwalk trends was a continued focus on sustainability, and pieces that are more classical and wearable over time. CHECK is a key ‘trend’ for AW’20. Check never goes out of style for long, which is presumably why with sustainability and a more seasonal-less approach to dressing, it was thought that AW’20 was the perfect time to bring it back to the foreground.

Checks are an easy pattern for even a print-avoider to incorporate into their wardrobe. However as ever there are some keys tips for getting the most out of this trend for you personally.

Colour checks:

If you suit dark colours, you probably have dark hair and eyes – and this cape jacket from River Island is a great throw on over everything from jeans to a pencil skirt

Black mono check cape jacket, River Island, £68

Whilst if dark colours overwhelm you, you probably have blonde hair and light eyes, and hence something like this fitted jumper from Marks & Spencer will balance out your delicate colouring. Its super soft, so great for the autumn days ahead, and whilst the design is bold but the lighter colours make it easy to wear.

Covid-19 and what it means for your Consultation

covid-19 colour consultation, covid-19 image consultant, covid-19 personal stylist

When I am in the appropriate tier and allowed to work face to face, this is an overview of what changes I have already made in my studio, which are aligned to the Government Guidelines.

So what will be different?

Face to Face Consultations (in my home studio)

I have PPE in place, along with all other measures you would expect e.g. hand sanitising, distancing as much as possible etc
Due to the COVID guidelines for the virus on fabric, my fabric colour drapes need 72 hours between clients, so I have limited slots for Colour Consultations (I would advise that you book ahead to secure your date)
I will also be consulting in a different place within my house – to limit your exposure to soft furnishing etc, and have direct access to use any hand washing, toilet facilities
All facilities will be cleaned before your Consultation, and fresh hand washing towels etc will be provided

Face to Face Consultations (in your home environment)

I am also offering mobile consultations – where I come to your home environment
I will wear my (now) ‘normal’ consultations PPE, hand sanitise, even bring my own hand towel for hand washing, and minimise contact with items in your house eg seats, sides etc
I charge a little extra to cover the extra travel time (based on your location from my studio), but if you are more comfortable in your own surroundings, then this is a perfect solution

Virtual Consultations

However just because I can see clients face to face doesn’t mean that is the only option
I will still conduct virtual consultations online, as these have been working very well during lockdown
So if you are isolating, or just prefer a remote option, then virtual sessions are perfect for this

Posted by asvasv on 21/07/2020

Accessories, Body shape, Denim, Personal Style, Seasonal Style, Spring Summer 2020, Spring Summer Style

The Denim Edit

It has been said that if there is one fabric that characterises the modern wardrobe, and the ever increasing fluidity of our lifestyle its denim – and I couldn’t agree more.

It is a timeless fabric that has been reinvented over the years – and this season is much more diverse, with new shapes and textures.

So for those of you who love denim, you really will be in heaven this season!

In addition to this, Pantone have announced that their colour for 2020 is Classic Blue. So if there ever was a time to get out that blue denim – it is now!

Here’s a quick round up of some great denim options:

Jumpsuits are still very much on trend, as they have been for a few seasons now. The cut of this jumpsuit from White Stuff is slightly more relaxed, and is lovely and soft. A great casual option.

White Stuff £65

Whilst this one from Oasis is great for layering when the weather is still a little on the chilly side.

Oasis £56

Seasonal Style Update Workshops for Spring/Summer 23

Booking is now OPEN for my (very popular and always fun!) SEASONAL UPDATES for SS’23

SEASONAL UPDATES include:

– The key trends for SS’23

– The ‘hot’ colours for SS’23

– How you can wear the latest trends, taking into consideration your colouring and body shape

– Tips and advice on how to put whole outfits together for the new season

– Handy take away guide

All from £25 pp (or bring a friend, and both of your tickets will be £20)

Please email me if you would like to book a Seasonal Update

Posted by asvasv on 12/06/2019