Feel Good Fashion & Beauty Tips
We have escaped to the Spanish villa for some autumn sunshine! It has been great to get my head down and do some writing, as well as check in on some admin which needed to be done over here. We fly back tomorrow - but in the meantime, I’m going to enjoy as much sun and mountain air as I can.
I’m rounding up this week’s Feel Good Fashion & Beauty favourites from my content on Instagram!
No shame. No judgement.
Because I don't want any of you to EVER feel ashamed of having 'a little work done' - it is perfectly natural to want to look a little better, a little fresher, it is absolutely not vain or selfish, it's about feeling comfortable in our own skin, and I am the first person to attest that if you feel that you look good, the world around you changes for the better 💛
I've dabbled it tweakments for years, some better, some worse, and these days I prefer a natural look, which is why I absolutely adore Dr. Ivy (https://www.haleclinic.com/dr-ivona-igerc)
Not only is Ivy completely honest, warm and genuine, but quite frankly she is also a total artist, and at the top of her profession. A pioneer in the industry, she specialises in 'flawless skin' on movie sets, and also travels around the world teaching other aestheticians her special 'face design' technique.
Talking of techniques - it's quite like no other I have ever had - rather than being prescriptive, a bit like 'injections by numbers' she dots her precious potions all over the face, creating a bespoke look which looks just like you - only fresher. Ivy also specialises in TMJ - which is something I have suffered from for years - can you see how much squarer my jaw is on the left? That's because the muscle has over develop due to spasms and tension - well, needless to say she has sorted that out too. I couldn't be happier 💫
I can honestly say, hand on heart, that Ivy is the only aesthetician I will see from now on, no-one else compares to her, and frankly it just isn't worth taking the risk.
Ivy is offering you all 20% off your first treatments with her if you'd like to see what all the fuss is about! Just DM her here on Insta to book - and she will treat you at the Hale Clinic on Harley St.
Lots of love to you all - and here's to empowering ourselves by looking and feeling great! ⭐️
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‼️ Why you should never trust an influencer (or celebrity for that matter) when it comes to buying clothes... even though I am one (sort of)!!
Fellow 'grammars, please do not fear, I am not about to slam the whole profession for being disingenuous, however, it is easy to get sucked in (myself included) by a favourite influencer looking flawless in a stunning outfit and splashing out on one for yourself when it isn't going to do you any favours.
Why?
Well firstly, it's important to remember that influencers are paid to make things look good, even if the garment isn't really 'them' for whatever reason, they are experts at styling and finding great angles to make clothing looks its best - and there is absolutely nothing wrong with that - but what you see might not be exactly what you get when you order for you.
Secondly, and more importantly, before we jump in and press the 'buy' button, inspired by some fabulous content, we forget to factor in the following:
Are they the same height/body type as me?
Are they a similar colouring to me?
And - probably the most overlooked - do they have the same style signature as me?
By style signature I mean the image that you want to put out into the world that most feels like YOU - there are similar methods that do the same thing, such as style personality, three words etc - this is often the most overlooked aspect of someones wardrobe, and something I'll be coming back to in future posts, so stay tuned!
In the meantime - think twice before splashing that cash!!
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If your style doesn't reflect you - or you don't feel like 'you' in your clothes - it's never going to work my friends. 🤷🏼♀️
You can wear the fanciest, shmanciest outfits, have the latest designer gear, a figure to die for and a wardrobe to match, but if your clothes are telling somebody else's story and not your own, then you'll never truly feel your best.
You know that thing, where you notice the clothes before noticing the wearer - this is what can happen, and usually all for the wrong reasons.
Our clothes carry our energy from the inside to the outside world, they represent us, create a vibe, set the tone, and allow us to truly express ourselves, showing up in life as whoever we want to be.
If you resonate with your look - if, a bit like tuning a radio, you are on the same frequency as your outfit - then that precious glow of inner beauty we all possess will shine through for all to see. You will be radiant, magnetic, basking in the beautiful being that is YOU and being YOU is your superpower which so many of us have forgotten.
That's why it's so important to take the time to check in with your wardrobe, as it is simply an extension of your own energy, and check that it truly aligns with you you really are and where you are going.
Things to consider include the brands you wear, colours and colour combinations, the types of fabrics, silhouettes, to print or not to print, and of course the general tone.
I'll be sharing more about how to build a wardrobe that truly reflects you over the coming weeks, so stay tuned, and save this post for easy reference. 🫶🏼
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I nearly threw these Dungarees away.... 🤦🏼♀️
...not actually in the rubbish bin (just for clarity) but into the charity pile, they just felt a bit 'meh' - not really me any more.
Then I remembered to practice what I preach, and had a little play... I teach my clients all the time to 'play dress up' with their existing wardrobe before they go anywhere near the shops, so they can truly assess exactly what they have and where their gaps are. 🛍️
I'm going to be sharing lots of tips for an Autumn wardrobe update over the coming weeks, but before we even go there I can't tell you how essential it is to really get to grips with what you already have.... more on this tomorrow.
I made these dungas a bit more 'statementy', a bit more 'me' by teaming them with a wow pussy bow blouse from Stoned & Waisted - I absolutely love the contrast of pink and green, and of the voluminous blouse with the fitted dungas - and finally my gorgeous boots from Isabel Marant (a Bicester Village purchase) put a spring in my step and made me feel fabulous.
I was only having a boring admin day at home, but thanks to loving my outfit, it was a good one. Proof that by investing a bit of extra time on your look first thing in the morning will pay extra dividends all day long.
View the Feel Good Fashion reel here:
Can't afford a personal stylist?
Not a problem! Over the next few weeks we'll be going through a step by step process in which I'll be explaining exactly how to give your image a bit of an overhaul ready for the season ahead 🍂
It all starts with a good old wardrobe edit, ideally we should be doing this several times a year to keep on top of it all - the more you do it, the quicker it becomes, the clearer and more organised your clothing becomes, leading to a less-stressed and more stylish YOU! ⭐️
I'm going to chat about all of these stages over on stories, so do pop over and say hello - and if you have ANY questions in the meantime, just drop them below.
We are going to do this together, as I have decided to overhaul mine too! 💫
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Sexy Salads!
This one will change your life I promise!!! 🥗
You know all those fancy salad recipes the telly chefs do? Well now there’s no need to scribble down the recipes as this is all you need to know to make any salad super sexy and delish 🤤
I know, I know - it’s not fashion - but frankly, this one is a bit of an extra bonus for you all and you can thank me later.
Just add (any) fruit, cheese, herbs and toasted nuts or seeds to a boring old salad and you are in gourmet heaven!
I love adding cold roast veggies to mine too - what’s your favourite way to pimp up your veggies? 🍅
In other news from Spain, we returned at the weekend to discover Frank the villa cat is happy and well-fed - the food and water we had organised for him has clearly done him the world of good... in fact he’s so happy, he’s told his friends to come and join in the feast, so far we have counted 4 wild cats coming to eat..... yes I know, I know, at this rate I’ll be starting a cat sanctuary... let’s be realistic, with my track record it’s only a matter of time...
So back to Frank - we caught him yesterday and took him to the vet for neutering etc (see stories) only to find out that Frank was actually a Frankie.... yup, we actually have a little girl who we have renamed Betty (of course)! A house - even a Spanish Villa - is not a home without a furry friend (or 4) around, right?! 🐱
View the Feel Good Food reel here:
Stop! ‼️
Have you been using hairspray - or any 'hair spray' for that matter - all wrong?!
Honestly, this is a game-changer - try spraying it into your hands rather than directly onto your hair, you get far more control and a much better finish!
You can thank me later!
Watch the Feel Good Beauty reel here:
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CyBeZchsYqq/
Have a brilliant weekend!
Sending love from sunny Spain,
Mx
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