Feel Good Fashion & Beauty Tips
All About The Greville Tiara 👸
I couldn’t let another week pass without making you a little video about this dazzling Tiara which has the most fascinating history! ✨✨
If you can’t get enough of your Royal Fashion fix with the Coronation fast approaching, hop on over to that other app beginning with ‘T’ and find me there... 🫶🏼
Enjoy!
Watch the Royal Reel here:
https://www.instagram.com/p/CrEA905MkHZ/
Mary Quant: Fashion Legend 🌟
I couldn't let the week go by without dedicating a post to the legendary Mary Quant, who almost single handedly revolutionised fashion in the 1960s.
With her iconic new silhouette, which focussed on women's legs rather than feminine curves which had been the go-to look of the time, she imbued her designs with her own personal brand of London cool, bringing street style kicking and screaming into the swinging 60's and epitomising the mood of the moment.
Credited with introducing mini skirts and hot pants which were synonymous with rebellion against the establishment and women's liberation, Quant went from a humble boutique on the iconic Kings Road in London, to becoming a global fashion superstar and eventually receiving an OBE for her services.
She went on to expand her business into cosmetics, lingerie, textiles and perfume, eventually selling the brand in 2000.
Dame Mary Quant died peacefully at her home this week aged a very respectable 93.
RIP Mary - and thank you.🫶🏼
Watch the Mary Quaint reel here:
How I contour... ⭐️
By popular request, over on YouTube I have made a video for you all about achieving the perfect base 👌🏼
It’s packed with pro tips and hacks, including:
How to get your base even and last all day
How to make your skin look it’s very best
The easiest trick with concealer
How and what to contour
How to ensure your powders go on evenly
Why you should apply your products in a certain order for the best finish...
... and so much more! 💗
Watch the Feel Good Beauty reel here:
How it all began.... 🐶💗
If you’ve followed me for a while, you’ll know that I am closely involved with a very special little charity over in Greece - DASH Dogs Rescue.
It was years ago now that this all happened, and we have 4 new greek doggies in our village, and many of you have so kindly given these pups in need a loving home 🙏🏼
With your help, we have been able to make a difference to so many lives at the shelter, but sadly the situation is never ending, and there are always new desperate souls who so badly need a helping hand.
DASH Dogs relies solely on donations, and remarkably, have managed to keep going over these years, even if they have to skip feeding on Sundays to stretch the food out further.
Unsurprisingly, donations have decreased since the pandemic and the resulting cost of living crisis, and there are even more dogs - hundreds and hundreds of them - so times are even tougher.
The incredible Katerina needs your support more than ever - not only in donations but also - if possible - in terms of your time.
DASH are critically short of volunteers at the moment. There are simply not enough people to get around all the animals - they need your help 👐🏼
Volunteering is tough - I won’t sugar coat it - you will witness atrocities that will stay with you forever - but for every soul you cannot save, there will be 20, one hundred even, that you can.
The dogs know that once they arrive at DASH they have reached a safe haven away from all the cruelty which is sadly still so prevalent across the country, and they thank you with every single lick, nuzzle and woof.
There is a very special energy at DASH which is very hard to describe unless you have experienced it. It is incredibly healing, gentle and beautiful - it helps you to put everything into perspective, and will change your life forever 💫
The minimum requirement for volunteering is two weeks, and there are plenty of accommodation options available.
Please contact myself or DASH if you would like to learn more: https://linktr.ee/dashdogs
Together we can make a difference 💗
Thank you.
Watch the DASH Dogs reel here:
Spring Delights! Things I love.... 🥰
In celebration of two consecutive sunny-ish days, I'm leaving a few things that make me happy right here ☀️
First up has to be the most delicious orange shopper bag from fave brand Fairfax and Favor - loved by Royals and fashionistas alike, their country chic and unparalleled quality always produce the most beautiful accessories - and this beauty is no exception, looking forward to styling it up more later ✨ Shop the bag: https://www.fairfaxandfavor.com/products/the-burford-tote-sunset
You may have noticed I'm wearing the turquoise Stardust dress - you voted for this one and I just had to hang on to it.... but I also might have kept the cream one too! When you find a good piece, get two right?! 👌🏼 Shop the dress: https://www.stardustofficial.co.uk/collections/beija-flor-dresses/products/leo-maxi-dress-sea-green
Then - oh my goodness this brand need to be on your radar! The most stunning and comfortable lingerie set from The Pantry Underwear - looks amazing on, and hubby loves it too - this little brand have a great ethos too and are well worth investing in 💫
Next - my new Stella McCartney lilac jacket - perfect for this temperamental weather - a Bicester Village find for my Birthday! 🎁
Then - socks and sandals! Yes! I love this look! Particularly when it's a colour clash of blue and green, and you're wearing the softest, most stylish green sandals from Winchesters leading boutique Sass & Edge 😍
These ingenuous super comfy, super invisible knickers by lingerie experts Fantasie Lingerie - so good I'm getting a load more - VPL begone!! 👋🏼
A favourite Springtime perfume -Clinique 'Happy' emblazoned with the mantra 'You are enough' ⭐️
The comfiest Valley loungewear set from Sass & Edge the fabric is incredible and I've been having a hard time wearing anything else - seriously good-looking too! 🙌🏼
Spring blossom because it's about time! 🌸
My not-so-baby girl Lily, and my most senior pussycat Mr Freud, who waits for me to return from every dog walk and showers me with kisses and cuddles every day 💗💗
Grateful!
View the Feel Good post here:
How To Avoid Builder’s Bum!! 🍑
Are you a curvy girl who has a challenge finding jeans that fit properly?! 👖
The answer is in the yoke.... allow me to help you...
Watch the Feel Good Fashion reel here:
https://www.instagram.com/p/CrQ424VsXTH/
8 Tips On How To Look Flawless!
Fit. Fit is everything! If the most expensive outfit is ill-fitting, it will look cheap and scruffy. Make it your mission to find a friendly tailor or local seamstress, and be meticulous about the finish of your garments. The devil is always in the detail, and a few tweaks to suit your body can turn an average off the peg suit into something any bespoke Savile Row tailor would be proud of.
Care. Show your clothes the right levels of love and care and they will pay you back for it. Be diligent about maintaining any mending that is required but fight the urge to wash garments too often, as they will quickly become tired. Instead, go back to old-fashioned spot-cleaning for stains and air your clothes regularly to ward off bacteria. Have you heard about the freezer hack? This is particularly great for denim and knitwear - just pop them into a bag and freeze overnight - the sub-zero temperatures will kill any bugs and they will feel like new again without damaging any of the precious fibres.
Know Your Figure. It's absolutely worth understanding your body shape so you can really work those proportions and consciously choose outfits that will flatter your figure. Whether you are buxom and curvaceous or straight up and down, dressing in clothes that work for your bone structure will instantly make you look more polished. Pay attention to the silhouette of the clothing and as a general rule if you are wearing something wider on one half of your body you want to keep things tighter on the other half to keep the balance. Getting all these things right will naturally help you look more pulled together and achieve a more flawless look.
Make Friends With Colour. 'Getting your colours done' may bring back memories of Tupperware parties back in the 80s, but don't underestimate how valuable knowing your best and worst colours can be when it comes to looking your best. The savvy fashionista knows which suits her skin tone and which makes her look like she's missed a week of sleep. She will also know whether she is better off in warm or cool colours and her wardrobe is themed around this, and will feature her very best shades.
Master The Basics. Don't overlook your underwear! This is the foundation of vour whole outfit and will make or break its success. Double check you don't have a VPL and scrutinise your bust line by testing your bras under a plain white Tee to see how pert your breasts are. A relaxed bralette is great for every day but if you need to pull the stops out, sometimes only an underwire will do. Comfort is king though - and no matter how wonderful the effects of your control pants, if they are cutting you into pieces where the sun doesn't shine then you will be fidgeting all day and all sartorial efforts will be immediately lost!
Plan ahead. Putting in the groundwork prevents that last minute rush in which you grab the same old tired favourite from the wardrobe, only to find out it's sporting a stain you hadn't previously noticed later in the day. Take a few minutes the night before and make it part of your evening routine, or have a dressing up session for the week ahead every Sunday, take your time to put together your look. You will end up using more of your wardrobe as you actually have the time to play with some of the separates and create new looks, and feel better throughout the day as having dressed mindfully your outfit aligns better with how you want to feel... this is feel-good fashion in action and will prevent any wardrobe faux-pas!
Pair It Back. You are far better off having a smaller collection of beautifully cut, quality pieces than lots of mediocre ones. Repeat the mantra 'buy less buy better' and curate a capsule wardrobe of separates that help you nail it every time, smug in the knowledge that this is better for the planet too. Get super-fussy - does that item deserve a place in your home? How much do you love it? How much will you wear it? If it doesn't get you excited at the thought of wearing it then walk on by. Classic pieces are your friend and don't have to be boring, instead they will help to create a timeless elegance. Consider your hero pieces, these are the garments that you turn to time and time again - this is where you invest first as you slowly upgrade your collection.
Your Best Outfit Is Your Confidence. With all this being said, if you aren't feeling your best then you won't do any justice to even the most impeccable of outfits. People intuitively sense your energy first and a lot of the magnetism that exudes from the best dressed people comes from within. How you feel about yourself can affect everything from the way you walk to your posture to how broadly you smile, so don't forget to work on the inside too or all the external fashion choices will fall short - just remember that you are worth it!
View the Feel Good Fashion post here:
https://www.instagram.com/p/CrTeCM1sLQW/
Have a great weekend Gods & Goddesses!
Love Mx
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