I’m not sure when I began to suspect that Steve Jobs might be on to something with his wardrobe. On the face of it, who in their right mind would wear the exact same outfit every day? It’s not only boring, it shows a lack of imagination. But what if your imagination is finite and…
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With a bit of hard work and perseverance, I’ve managed to lose a little weight. I don’t do scales, so I’ve used my clothes as a guide, and I’m happy to report I’ve lost two dress sizes. I’m thrilled to bits, but the downside is I can no longer wear the wardrobe I’ve spent the…
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Since downsizing my wardrobe at the beginning of the year, I’ve noticed a couple of gaps needing filled. Specifically, I had nothing to wear in the event of a somber occasion. And let’s be honest, in the midst of a crisis, the last thing we want to do is shop for clothing we’re going to…
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I’m sure it was someone effortlessly stylish who said ‘fashions change, but style never does’. I imagine they were tall, thin, rich, and beautiful – and any advice they had didn’t apply to someone like me. I’m a skosh over 5’2″ and I’ve struggled with my weight since my mid-twenties. I have tried so many…
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It was unpleasant realising my clothing consumption was out of control. My wardrobe was full of things I didn’t wear, and I stood many mornings in my dressing gown thinking that today would be the day I finally went to work naked. How did it come to this? Why did I have have garments with…
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I’ve been eagerly awaiting the Gudrun Christmas Collection, and was delighted when my catalogue arrived. In the past, I’ve found one or two outfits to covet, but this year’s collection is full of lovely things I’d wear in or out of the Christmas season. Most of my favourites come from the Frida Kahlo collection. The…
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The Gudrun winter collection is out! With Christmas fast approaching, I’ve not gone too crazy with the purchases, but there are three items I just couldn’t resist. At £99, the Alicia dress is little more expensive that most Gudrun dresses, but the attention to detail is exquisite. There is beautiful cross-stitching on the bodice, and the pockets…
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I’ve mentioned before that my feet are intolerant to uncomfortable shoes. I need good support, preferably something moulded to fit the shape of my foot, with a slight elevation at the back to keep my heels happy. I’ve been wearing Superga for about three years and couldn’t be happier with them. They’re stylish, colourful,…
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When you consider how much of your life is spent sleeping, it’s crazy not to have the most comfortable sleepwear available. For me, that means nightdresses made of 100% natural materials to help keep me cool and happy at night. I’m extremely fussy about my nightwear – I don’t like thick seams, scratchy tags, or pokey buttons annoying…
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One caveat of having feet nearly 50 years old is that they will not tolerate uncomfortable shoes. If I’m honest, they never have. I cannot stand any shoes that pinch, bind, or cause me to wobble about, so trendy, spiky heels are out of the question. I’m not quite ready for granny mules, though, so how…
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As I’ve aged, I’ve found it hard to find clothes to suit me. I’m not very tall and I’m not very thin – and I feel ignored by the fashion industry despite being willing to spend money for good-quality clothes (I detest disposable fashion). I don’t want to wear black all of the time, and I…
Read MoreWhile out on a walk with our dogs, Magnus the Giant Lapphund pulled me right over. I managed to avoid the giant pile of poo on the ground, but did not avoid twisting my foot in an unnatural way. A trip to A&E and an x-ray later, I came home with a walking stick. I…
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Fig and Pen 