Look good, feel good event – 10 October
Join Toni Carver and Julie Woodward on how to look after yourself on the inside and feel good on the outside.
Toni is from TLC Style & Colour and a Colour Me Beautiful trained and accredited Image consultant and personal stylist. Hear how you can gain colour and style confidence in what you wear.
Julie from Essentially Aloe is a Forever Living distributer. Hear about the benefits of aloe to your health and well-being.
Tickets are £5 and includes a glass of fizz on arrival.
The event will be held at the Horbury community centre. It starts at 7:30pm and finishes at 9:30pm.
Tickets are limited.
Contact Toni on 07958 657032 or Julie on 07808 163337.
Read the post event blog here.
Here’s how to colour yourself slim
I’ve lost track of how many times people say that black is slimming. Well, maybe it is and maybe it isn’t, but the question really should be; is it the most flattering? For most people, probably not.
Now you’re probably thinking that I would say that given I’m all about the colour, but stay with me for a minute and, if you want to revisit last month’s blog about dressing in black, click here.
Colour
Dressing in one colour or similar shades of colour from top to toe is in fact far more slimming than wearing black. When you wear one column of colour, it helps balance out any imperfections and elongates the frame. This creates a leaner silhouette.
Here’s an example. Take a look at the Queen below (Image c/o The Sunday Times Style):
We rarely see her in black except for state occasions and funerals of course so if it’s fit for The Queen, why not give it a go?
What’s stopping you from doing a column of red or blue? Or, how about green or even yellow? If you find yourself missing black or simply can’t tear yourself away just yet, then edge away gently. Give navy, charcoal or even brown a go as these all make great alternatives to black.
Dresses, jumpsuits and more
Don’t think it needs to be a dress either. It could be a jumpsuit or a trouser suit too. These make the perfect choice for a more formal occasion especially if you don’t ‘do’ dresses.
What I like about suits is that each piece can be worn separately which helps you create different outfits within your wardrobe. If you’re struggling to create outfits or have a wardrobe full of clothes you’re not wearing, why not give my 30 day challenge a whirl? I tried it a few months ago which you can read about here.
Try a jacket with jeans for example, or the trousers worn more casually with a jumper. This increases your £s per wear too! If you’re struggling to declutter your wardrobe, then download my free guide here which contains five tips.
Another option if you’re not into suits is to try wearing the same shade in a top and bottom and then add a different coloured jacket, coat or even scarf.
Some people struggle with wearing too much contrast (think light and dark colours worn together) as they can overpower their features and so it’s best to opt for a more tonal and blended look.
Shoes
Whilst not necessarily slimming, it’s worth noting a trick to appear taller. You can elongate the appearance of your legs simply by wearing the same colour shoes and trousers. This gives a continuous unbroken line from top to toe and visibly creates an instant leg length. If you’re choosing cropped trousers or a skirt or dress, wear shoes that are closest to your skin tone. A pointed shoe will add extra length to your frame too.
If you do go top to toe in one colour then you can afford to keep your accessories and prints to a minimum. Less is more after all. This may be of benefit to those with a natural style personality.
Interested in more ways to dress yourself slimmer? Book yourself one of my colour consultation sessions or why not buy the Colour me Beautiful colour me slimmer book? Priced at just £10.99 and I have copies in the studio for both collection or delivery (P&P to be applied). Send me a message for details: Toni.carver@tlcstyleandcolour.co.uk.
World’s biggest coffee morning – Macmillan cancer support – 27 September 2019
This year, we are delighted to be supporting Macmillan Cancer Support by taking part in the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning!
Join in all are welcome!
Date: Friday 27th September 2019
Time: 10am to 1pm
Place: TLC Style & Colour Studio HQ
Confirm your place:
Email: toni.carver@tlcstyleandcolour.co.uk
Call or text: 07958 657032.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/2328317017485184/
Don’t worry if you can’t make it as you can still donate by texting: YUM UTH5 to 70550. Texts costs £5 plus your standard network rate and Macmillan receive 100% of your donation.
Bake it, Fake it and Eat it!
We’d love your support so come along and help us raise funds for such a worthy cause of Macmillan Cancer. One in two of us will face cancer, and the money you help us raise will help us make sure no one has to face cancer alone.
By buying a cuppa, a slice of cake, having a good natter, taking part in the prize draws and more, we can raise funds. We’d welcome if you’d like to bring your own baked or bought cake to donate to help raise funds for a great cause too.
On the day
A Raffle will take place. The prizes so far are:
- 2 x Dartington Crystal Copa Gin & tonic glasses
- Bottle of Prosecco
- 1 hour makeup lesson
- Fortnum & Mason Winter Spirits Pair (containing 200ml honey spiced vodka liqueur and 200ml Sloe gin, boxed)
Games
10 minute mini colour and makeup assessments are available for a suggested donation of £10
10% of all sales on the day will go to the charity.
Plus, I’ll have some special discounts and bundles available on the day too.
Book your place!
What is Micellar water?
Have you heard of Micellar water?
Is it really a miracle cleanser??
If you’re not sure if it’s right for you, take 5 minutes to watch this video. It was first aired on Facebook and provides you with details of the Rose Micellar water and how you can use it.
Dressing for work in black – yes or no?
Take a look around your office or workspace. Are you or your colleagues dressed in black, grey or navy?
It’s very common in the workplace. When I worked in the corporate world, there was one particular team photo shoot where I wore a pink dress! I wasn’t meaning to stand out from my colleagues, but I did because of the colour. Importantly though, the dress fitted my shape, complimented my colouring and, more importantly, I felt confident.
Safe and slimming?
Many people consider black to be a neutral shade. It’s worn a lot by both men and women. It’s seen as ‘safe’ and an easy option. I hear it goes with every colour. And it’s slimming.
But, did you know that black is only a neutral colour for some people?In fact, under the tonal analysis system (used by Colour me Beautiful consultants), only those who fall into three of our dominant colouring types of Deep, Cool and Clear actually truly suit this colour.
For everyone else, other neutral colours work far better. In fact, there are some excellent alternatives to black which I would recommend. Plus you’ll look sooo much better!
Whilst you may think that black is slimming, this is only true if it is worn in the right style for you, the right fit and in the right fabric for your shape.
Get colour confident
Black might be safe, but it is rather boring. Worse, you could even be merging into the background. Have you been passed up for a promotion? Feel that you’re not recognised for your skills or taken as seriously as you would like? Colour really does have a big impact, whether you’re fully aware of the impact or not. Adding some colour could be a simple and easy way to get recognised, add to your confidence and widen your workwear wardrobe.
If you’d like to discover alternative colours which you can wear both in and out of the office, get in touch to book your own colour analysis consultation.
More details about my colour analysis consultations can be found here.
You’ll get your own colour swatch wallet to guide you when shopping too. See you soon!
All whites at Wimbledon, but who can wear pure white?
If you’re a tennis fan then you’ll have been glued to the TV this week and checking social media for the scores at Wimbledon 2019.
But, ever wondered why the players only dress in white?
Official dress code
Well, there’s an official dress code which you can visit on the Wimbledon 2019 website here. It’s rather strict and provides lots of rules, but in a nutshell, it states that players can only wear white. Not off white either, or cream. Just white.
That goes for their shoes too, including soles, all clothes and any accessories.
My research also shows that this dates back to the Victorian era as it was believed that the reason they wear white is that it showed less sweat. Despite times changing, the rules have certainly not relaxed and there are no signs of changing it either.
Flouting the rules comes at a cost too. It’s all white or no court action. Very strict.
If you’re not planning on heading to the Wimbledon courts, wearing white is a little more flexible thankfully.
Who can wear white?
You see, pure white doesn’t suit that many people. It’s notoriously a difficult colour to wear for most of us as it’s so pale that the majority of us just look totally washed out. The only people that should wear pure white are the Cool’s and Clear’s amongst us.
A nice off-white shade is much better for the majority of people. A much softer shade as it creates better harmony with our own physical characteristics so you’ll look healthier with a better looking skin tone.
Everyone can wear colour, it’s just finding the right shades of colour which bring out the best in you.
If you want to learn what colouring type you are and the shades which suit your characteristics the best, get in touch to book a colour analysis consultation.
Your biggest concerns or challenges when it comes to dressing?
Recently, I’ve been asking for feedback about your biggest concerns or challenges when it comes to dressing.
Here are the top 3 concerns raised:
- Colour
- Cost
- Body confidence
I thought I’d look at each area of concern and offer a few tips.
Colour
Colour coordination came up a few times and specifically matching tops, bottoms or outfits together when dressing. I shouldn’t be surprised as colour consultations are by far my most popular service.
Wearing colour is also the simplest way to update your look. We can all get fed up wearing the same thing, day in, day out so perhaps it’s just a pop of colour you need? Try a scarf to switch up your look. Or how about a colourful necklace or a pair of earrings? A new pair of shoes or bag could work too.
Identify the ‘right’ colour
It’s worth noting that everyone can wear colour, it’s simply finding the right shade for you. How do you know if it’s the right colour? Simply hold the garment up under your chin in a well lit room. It should lighten and brighten your features but, if you see any dark shadows against your face, or the colour stands out more than you, it’s not the right shade.
Dressing all in one colour will give the appearance of height too, so if you’re on the petite side, this is a good tip to follow. If you’re on the taller side, try colour blocking; where a different top to bottoms, shoes or jackets.
If you’ve got dramatic or stand out features, then a contrast will work well for you. Wear a light and dark colour together. If you’ve got less stand out features, try a more blended look by choosing a colour and wearing shades which are one or two shades lighter or darker than each other.
During a colour consultation, I’ll go into more detail. Specifically looking at the colour of your hair, eyes and your skin tone in order to determine a palette of colours which work for you. Colour me Beautiful consultants like myself work from a tonal analysis system now rather than a seasonal approach. You’ll get to take away your own personal fabric swatch wallet with 42 shades which compliment you the best based upon your physical colouring. For more details, visit my colour analysis consultation page.
Cost
How do you shop for clothes which don’t break the bank?
There’s a strong movement in favour of recycling clothes. Think swish and swap parties, charity shops, re-loved sites and Ebay. Opportunities to buy nearly new or used but in excellent condition mean that you can buy new clothes at a fraction of their once higher price.
Another option is to shop wisely. If you have multiple items in the same style and colour, do you really need to buy another? Think about and go and have a look at what you’ve got and what you wear. If you’re a regular reader, you’ll have seen my 30 day challenge in April and I would highly recommend that you give this a go. It might also help if you feel like you’re in a bit of a style rut and bored of what you wear.
Coordination
If you can wear garments with at least three other items in your wardrobe, then this really will transform it. The ability to wear an item multiple times which coordinates with other pieces means you are more likely to get your money’s worth as well as wear it. This all comes down to my £s per wear mantra. Spend £50 on an item you wear once and it’s £50 per wear, but spend £50 on an item you wear five times and it’s £10 per wear.
Don’t despair if you’ve got things that you barely wear or don’t go with anything. Think about what you could wear it with – what item don’t you have that will transform it into an outfit? I’ve found time and time again that once you nail this, your clothes will combine much more easily together.
A slight tangent, but worthy of thought. Does your wardrobe match your lifestyle? If the clothes in your wardrobe don’t match how you actually spend your time, then you’ve got clothes you probably won’t wear. Or, you’re missing key items to work for your lifestyle. I found this myself. When I left the corporate world, I had lots of suits, shirts, tailored dresses which just didn’t work for my colour, style and image business.
Body confidence
I was surprised to hear so many people talking so negatively about themselves. We are such harsh critics on ourselves. Concerns raised mainly surrounding people’s weight and how fat they say they felt or clothes not fitting. Even buying things which were just “fine” or “ok” – you deserve better than that!!
First things first – size doesn’t matter, but shape does. Diet and exercise can go a long way to making yourself feel as well as look good, but dressing for your body line is crucial as your skeleton and bone structure won’t change no matter how much weight you’ve put on or lost.
Think of a curvy vase. Have you ever tried wrapping a vase with thick wrapping paper? Not only does it look bad, but have you noticed that it alters the appearance? The curvy lines have been swamped with all that heavy paper, masking it’s shape but also making it look bigger. Fabric is the same. If you’ve got curves, choose fabric that drapes those curves as choosing heavy fabric which doesn’t compliment the curves means that you’ll look two sizes bigger than what you really are.
I often see people that want to hide their shape as they feel conscious. Again fabric is key here as just because you buy something bigger to avoid hugging those curves, it’s still too big making you look bigger than you actually are.
You don’t have to be a slave to fashion, I know I’m not but it’s also easier to keep your look current too. Glossy magazines and online sites are packed with image inspiration and tips on what is going to be ‘on trend’. Focus on the trends that appeal to you and then decide how you are going to incorporate them into your look in a way that is still ‘you’. You’ll feel better being you than trying to be someone else.
Buy what you love! If you put something on that you feel truly fabulous in, then go ahead and purchase it. When you wear something you feel amazing in you will exude confidence and this will guarantee you look amazing too!
If you need a little help decluttering your wardrobe, why not download my free guide which includes five steps to follow. Download it here.
Makeup Prescription – Taster session – 28 September 2019
Want to know the makeup shades which are most suited to your colouring?
In the last of my series of taster workshops, I’ll prescribe and recommend the shades of cosmetics which you can try out during the session and which is most suited to your skin tone.
All cosmetics are cruelty free, lead free and paraben free. Some of the range is vegan friendly too.
Learn how to personalise your own magnetic, refillable compact with shades for your eyes, cheeks and lips.
You’ll take away a list of what you can wear shades and your own magnetic mirrored compact worth £9.95.
Book your place now! Email Toni.carver@tlcstyleandcolour.co.uk to reserve your place or contact me.
WHEN
28 September 2019
10am – 12pm
WHERE
Cedar Court, Wakefield
COST
£20 per person
Style and shape – Taster session – 13 July 2019
In this second of three workshops, I’ll look at shape, personality and style.
During this taster session, you’ll learn about your ‘style personality’ and how this influences the way you shop and combine outfits together. We’ll also look at dressing for your body shape, as size doesn’t matter, but shape does!
You’ll take away handouts with tips for dressing your shape and personality and a seasonal style update card which includes details on the new trends and the six spring/summer shades for your colouring which you’ll have learnt from the first workshop held on 15 June.
Book your place now! Email Toni.carver@tlcstyleandcolour.co.uk to reserve your place or contact me.
When
13 July 2019
10am – 12pm
Where
Cedar Court, Wakefield
Cost
£20 per person
Colour analysis – taster session – 15 June
Let me introduce you to the world of Colour me Beautiful! I’ll explain how we assess your colouring in the first of three workshops.
During this taster session, you’ll learn which of our six main colour types you fall into based upon an assessment of your characteristics. Everyone can wear colour, it’s simply about finding the right shade of colour which compliments you the best.
You’ll take away your own colour card handout which includes eight of the shades from your palette allowing you to get started straight away on your new colourful journey.
Book your place now! Email Toni.carver@tlcstyleandcolour.co.uk to reserve your place or contact me.
When
15 June 2019
10am – 12pm
Where
Cedar Court, Wakefield
Cost
£20 per person
28th March 2019 – style confidence fashion show – Debenhams
Save this date in your diary! I will be working at Debenhams in York for their Spring/Summer fashion show, as part of York Fashion Week.
I’ll be working with another Colour me Beautiful Consultant and we’ll be talking about colour and style confidence before the fashion show.
We’ll also be doing colour demos and be on hand afterwards to chat to after the fashion show from 7pm.
Tickets are available from Debenhams York priced at £5 and include a glass of fizz.
Come and join us and be sure to tell your friends!
Visit: https://www.yorkfashionweek.co.uk/project/deborah-hirzel-presents-style-confidence
Contact me for more information!
Does your personality affect the way you dress?
What we wear sends out a message to people we meet. Consciously or otherwise, we make a visual statement about how we feel in what we wear.
How much do our own preferences have towards others?
I recently took to Facebook to ask my friends their opinion. Which shoes did they think I should go with for an event I had the following day. I posted two pictures with my outfit laid out including necklace and a pair of shoes.
The dress was new and bought from Marks & Spencer. Both pairs of shoes I already had and had shopped from my existing wardrobe. (I do believe that you can combine outfits together from your existing wardrobe without having to buy everything new. If you want to learn more about this, get in touch to book a session).
The result
1 – 10 votes
2 – 13 votes
I already had a good idea about which shoes I thought I would wear before the votes came in but I was curious to see what people thought.
I chose shoes number one
Are you wondering why? It’s not because I don’t like the other shoes because in actual fact, they are one of my favourites. They are a pair that I have had for many years, been resoled and heeled and the £s per wear I’ve had must be almost pennies now. Getting your wear out of things is a must when buying certain items of clothing.
Instead, it was about the overall image I wanted to project and, make an impression wearing them. I guess it’s linked to confidence too and how I felt wearing them. I felt I needed an edge and these shoes gave me the edge I wanted. How many times do you choose something to wear because you’re happy or confident? This is a must I would say!
The comments I got from my friends and the votes made me reflect about how much our own personality impact on our view about what others wear. I’ve said it many times – image matters, whether we like it or not. How many times have you seen someone on TV or on social media and passed comment about what they are wearing? We all do it – good and bad.
There was also a distinct difference in styling and personality in each shoe. One pair was quite edgy and bold. The other a more classic pair. Also, from the pictures, it can be hard to judge can’t it? There were a few who saw black and red for shoes number one for example when in actual fact they were purple and red. Were people saying what they thought I would look good in, or were they actually saying what they thought they would wear themselves? I suspect there was an element of both.
In my personal and professional view, both shoes worked. If a client had posed the same question to me and asked for my opinion, I’d have asked them to think about where they were going, what impression they wanted to create and, how comfortable were they to wear. I think there’s nothing worse than being in a pair of shoes which are killing your feet!
Did I get any comments about my shoes at the event? Interestingly, no. But I did about the dress – the colour looked great on me I was told 😉.
Bringing it all together
This backs up why the colour clothes we wear have such an impact. It’s usually the first thing people see and it’s actually the easiest way to update your look too. Arguably, you can dress as a different personality and many people do – they have to dress a certain way for work and when out of work, they are the opposite. However, it’s your personality which dictates how you actually combine your outfits together, or not for some of you!
Either way, I would always recommend that you dress for your body shape and wear the shades of colour which suit your colouring the best near to your face as you can see I have.
Get in touch to learn more and to book your session.
If you’re interested in learning more and not ready to book yet, why not follow me on Facebook and say hi!
Know your worth! Free event Sunday 20 January
Delighted to be involved in this event organised by Emma Kirke on Sunday 20 January at 9am until 3.30pm..
We are hosting a FREE day of empowerment for you to learn to love yourself and to have the confidence to be yourself and know your own worth.
The event
This will consist of short talks from fierce females bossing their area of expertise.
Emma Kirke – nutrition & exercise
Gayle Griffin – make up confidence
Toni Carver – clothes/style/colour
Teresa Wrigglesworth – hypno confidence
Break
Sam – Potting shed CEO
Zoe Scaife – Pilates – posture confidence
Julia Lee – life coach and empowering godess
12.30 – 1.30 lunch
Then demos & workshops or one to one chats.
Finishing at 3.30pm
Coffee and drinks will be available but please bring your own lunch.
The venue
RCM Business Centre – Sandbeds Trading Estate, Dewsbury Road, Ossett WF5 9ND
Book your place now!
The 2019 Pantone Colour of the Year is…
2019 is nearly here!
Pantone, like every year have announced what their colour of the year is for 2019.
In 2018 it was ultra violet. It was one of my faves as I love purple and find it such a versatile colour to wear. There are lots of different shades of purple out there too meaning there’s a shade out there for everyone.
When the Pantone Color Institute make their annual announcements, designers around the globe take note and we see trends emerge in the shops. It’s not always restricted to clothing or fashion, but household appliances too have been known to follow the trend!
Announcing Colour of the Year – 2019
Living Coral!
Pantone say it’s “an animating and life affirming Coral hue with a golden undertone that energises and enlivens with a softer edge. Sociable and spirited, the engaging nature of Living Coral welcomes and encourages lighthearted activity. Symbolising our innate need for optimism and joyful pursuits, Living a Coral embodies our desire for playful expression”.
We wear colour as a way of expressing ourselves – in our clothes and makeup. Wearing colour makes you feel good, look good (when wearing the right shade) and also boosts our confidence.
If you’ve been for a colour consultation and had your colours done in the past, then choose to wear the most flattering orange shades from your palette – use your colour swatch wallet to guide you.
Should you fall into our Warm category and warmer versions of the Light or Clear colouring types, you’ll be delighted!
Unfortunately, Coral won’t be in your palette for the rest of you, but if you do want to be ‘on trend’, then how about a new kitchen appliance?!
Makeup
Here’s my recommendations from our cruelty free, paraben free cosmetic range available in the studio or via my online shop.
Peach – available as a single eyeshadow pot or as a refillable for our magnetic compact. Suitable for everyone except Cools – go for your pinky shades such ballerina pink, cotton candy, champagne or opal.
The obvious choice is our Coral Lipstick suitable for you Lights, Warms and Clears.
If you’re a Deep, why not try the Sheer rum or Sheer nutmeg lipstick as an alternative?
For you Cools, give Strawberry lipstick a try and for you Softs, Spiced Peach or Sheer breeze would be ideal.
Our Mango Lip Gloss is the perfect shade to co-ordinate with this ‘on-trend’ colour too which is great for you Lights, Deeps, Warms and Clears. If you’re a soft try Warm Sand lipgloss and for you Cools, it’s back to the pinks and avoid the trend all together I’m afraid as it’s just not for you!
If you would like to know the shades of colour which suit you best, why not book a consultation here.
Fabulous reds this Christmas
Red is the colour most often seen at this festive time of year. The good news is that there is a shade to suit everyone!
Here are some options for you to try.
Soft & Romantic
Check out the back detail on this Reiss dress – this will no doubt appeal to those of you who have Romantic style personalities and the Geranium shade will work for those of you who fall into our Soft and Light colour categories.
Why not complete your look with our Red Velvet or even Strawberry lipstick? Visit here to order online.
Deep & Dramatic
If you like to make a statement, why not do so in this Karen Millen sparkling number. You won’t need much accessorising as it is so stunning, so I’m sure it will appeal to those Dramatics out there.
If you fall into our Deep or Clear colour categories then this bold choice will work beautifully for you.
Why not complete your look with our Tomato or Ruby Lipstick? Buy it here.
Cool & Classic
Those of you with Cool colouring should be careful when it comes to wearing red and to avoid any with a yellow undertone which would make it warm. A Blue Red or purple/blue based shade, like this dress from Hobbs, will work best for you.
It’s a timeless and understated style which will appeal to those of you who have a Classic style personality – simply add your own accessories for a chic evening look.
Why not wear our Red Carpet or Sheer Fiesta Lipstick to finish off your look? Shop for it here.
Warm & Natural
If you fall into our Warm dominant colour category, most shades of red will work of you but remember to avoid the blue-reds.
Why not try this Reiss jumpsuit – it’s the ultimate in easy evening dressing so simple and so chic.
Those of you with Natural style personalities will love this simple look and you can also easily wear flats with it too.
Why not complete your look with Red Velvet or Tomato? Buy it here.
Step into 2019 in style
If you want to learn the season’s key trends, update your wardrobe, go shopping or learn what suits you then why not make an appointment for next year?
Contact me to book or visit my services page.
The Style Edit – shopping results
A few weeks ago, I held The Style Edit. It was great to see some new faces and some familiar ones too.
I know that some of you couldn’t make it but I thought I’d share some of the shopping purchases I showcased here.
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- Next teal eyelet jumpsuit £65
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- Next Ochre V neck jumper £15
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- M&S relaxed straight leg checked trousers £39.50
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- Warehouse striped top £32 now in sale at Debenhams
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- Next purple/animal stripe layer scarf top £26
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- Next teal animal velvet top £20
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- Wallis toffee animal print dress £45 now £27.50 in sale
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- Dorothy Perkins zip t-shirt £22
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- Dorothy Perkins magenta Emily long sleeve top £24
Next
The jumpsuit was an amazing shade of green, very bold to suit you deeps and clears. It does however come in other colours online. Greens are a very popular colour this season.
Also popular with two trends in one was the teal velvet top. It had a subtle animal print detail for a more relaxed look. Despite also being called teal, it was a much lighter shade than the jumpsuit and so would suit the softs and lights particularly well.
Continuing the animal print trend was this purple top. It was more like a lilac or periwinkle and a great shade for you softs. I loved the animal print scarf which came with it.
The ochre V neck jumper was thin, making layering a breeze and came in a vast array of shades. There’s certainly a shade to suit everyone if you like the style!
M&S
I am quite a fan of M&S latest must haves (have you seen those teal embellished stripe dresses trousers??). Perhaps it coincides with Holly joining.. I found a vast range of trousers, but these checked ones seemed to hit the heritage trend the best.
Warehouse
I found this bold striped top perhaps suiting those wanting a little more drama. I’ve now found it in the sale at Debenhams online.
Wallis
This animal print dress epitomised the whole animal print trend this season. The colour was great for all you warms with amazing detailing and good fabric for the majority of body shapes. Also now found in the sale so if this is your thing, grab it now!
Incidentally, I found a great relaxed pair of trousers in the sale. Think athletic style, or more sporty look (stripes down the sides). They feel so comfy too rather than the straight tailored look and worth checking out as most shops seem to have a pair.
Dorothy Perkins
Seem to have upped their game in the colour charts as both these tops came in a range of colours. The pink blouse would be lovely for you cools and clears. The burgundy tshirt would be great for deeps and softs and could be layered with a vest as the material rather see through for most.
Hope you enjoyed this and of course, if you’d like to go on your own personal shopping trip, just get in touch.
Dressing for your Job Interview – Guest article
I was asked what advice I would give to someone on what they could wear to a new job interview. It was a friend of mine working in recruitment for the financial services industry.
We agreed to put pen to paper (metaphorically speaking) and co-wrote an article with hints and tips with our advice. It was featured on LinkedIn.
If you’ve got an interview coming up or want to improve your chances, have a read of the article here: Dressing for your job interview.
Guest blog on Mumbler – Three great ways you can update your wardrobe this Autumn!
In her guest blog, Toni Carver, Personal Stylist & Image Consultant shares her Top 3 items to buy this Autumn.
As the season changes, it’s often a time to look in our wardrobes and update with a few key pieces.
Here’s my top three items to buy now that will give your wardrobe an instant update.
https://southeastleeds.mumbler.co.uk/three-great-ways-you-can-update-your-wardrobe-this-autumn/
This is your life! Advert featured on Rhubarb Radio
We were asked to feature on a local radio station; Rhubarb Radio.
If you missed it, click below to listen – it’s rather catchy!
Choosing a new coat for the winter months
The colder months are beginning to set in. So, if you’re on the look out for a new coat this season, then read on.
Here are three essential styles that will see you through any occasion.
The Cosy Quilted Parka
This the coat for all-weathers!
It might not be the most stylish coat you’ll own but it will be warm and cosy and suitable for school runs or walking the dog!
Check out this Mango Quilted Coat, £139.99.
The Elegant Cape
This season, statement sleeves and interesting cuffs feature heavily.
An elegant alternative to a jacket is a cape – it offers a little warmth for more formal occasions but without ruining the overall look of your outfit.
Try out this Coast Hendy Cape at John Lewis, £99
The Statement Shade
If you’re looking for a smart/casual coat which can elevate an everyday look, try choosing a more formal coat in a stand-out colour from your palette to really make you feel fabulous!
How about this New Look Bright Orange Single Breasted Formal Coat, £34.99
If you need any assistance, get in touch. I offer colour analysis consultations, style analysis sessions and personal shopping trips.
How to tie a scarf
Looking for a new way of tying a scarf?
Watch my video here and try it for yourself!
The Corrective Colour Wheel – the best seller!
Four targeted concealers and correctors in one easy to use container. The shades can be mixed for perfect correction. The smooth cream formula is long wearing and doesn’t crease or melt. Paraben, fragrance and gluten free.
Lavender – to counteract yellow tones, brighten dull and sallow skins
Mauve – to counteract brown tones, brighten dark/age spots and dullness
Mint green – to counteract high colouring (redness), broken capillaries, rosacea and sunburn
Yellow – to counteract ‘purple’. Use to cover mild redness and under-eye dark circles.
Buy from my online shop.
Live on Rhubarb Radio!
Slightly nervous but excited to be featuring on Emma Kirke’s Sunday night show from 6pm talking all things colour, style and image.
Tune in to listen to the show on rhubarb radio via the free app, website or smart home device!
www.rhubarbradio.co.uk
The Style Edit – Friday 9 November
Want to learn key trends for the season? I am co hosting an event with Sonia Wilson of Stella & Dot.
Come along to this open house event for free colour and style tips to take you into the winter months.
An easy way to update your wardrobe is with accessories so Sonia will be showcasing her amazing Stella & Dot jewellery.
Complete your look with the perfect lipstick shade and try out one of my new shades. You can even try out the new skincare range which is proving to be very popular!
Book your place at this special Style Edit on Friday 9th November from 7pm. Glass of fizz on arrival 🍾
Email toni.carver@tlcstyleandcolour.co.uk
Three items to buy now for Autumn
We are heading fast into Autumn, the kids are back at school and a sense of ‘normality’ can resume!
As the season changes, it’s often a time to look in our wardrobes and update with a few key pieces.
Here’s my top three items to buy now that will give your wardrobe an instant update.
The Print
Animal print is everywhere this season and in more colours which is nice to see. Try blue or pink if you have a cool undertone to your skin.
You don’t have to go all out if it’s not your thing; think a subtle belt, shoes or boots. If it is your thing; how about a statement coat?
Boots
The slouchy boot is here for the Autumn. Try tucking in skinny jeans or wear with a midi skirt for a bit more of an edge.
Colours
You will have heard me say that black is not everyone’s friend and this season is no different! Instead, I’m seeing two colours emerge – brown and green.
Brown
A great alternative to black and a versatile neutral shade too. With neutral colours, they mix very easily with fashion or accent shades which come and go with the seasons (think yellow and lavender in the spring earlier this year). Crucially, brown works particularly well if you fall into the Soft, Warm and Light categories.
As with any colour, it’s all about HOW you wear it.
If you have a cool undertone be sure to keep brown shades away from your face and break them up with some cooler tones on your top half.
Lights should opt for lighter shades of brown and could try combining it with pale blues and pinks. Keep a look out for Rose Brown too – a lighter, softer shade of brown. Warms and Softs can wear browns of a medium depth on their own or combine them with colours one or two shades lighter for a subtle contrast.
Deeps can mix it with rich reds, greens and damson and Clears will need to add some vibrancy and contrast with a colour pop.
Fifty shades of green!
There are so many different shades of green that if you are not a fan, I’m sure you’ll find one if you give it a go. If in doubt why not try teal? It’s certainly one of my favourites and a shade which tends to work for everyone.
Why not treat yourself to an eye pencil in the seasonal colours? I have a lovely coffee (lights, softs, warms), brown (deeps, warms), moss (warms, deeps) and teal (everyone!) available which are under a tenner and are lovely and soft so as not to drag on the delicate eye area.
If accessories are more your thing, how about a scarf? I’ve got atmosphere which is a lovely neutral beige colour in raw silk material for you warms, deeps, clears, softs and lights or teal which suits everyone. If you’re a light or a soft-warm then I have just one of the yellow-green pashminettas available in the studio.
Get in touch with me on 07958657032 or buy from my online shop (above). This month there’s half price postage.
Finally, if your interested in learning all about the new season trends and how you can wear them, reserve your place at my Autumn event – details to follow soon.
Is there a perfect heel height on shoes?
There is nothing more frustrating than wearing a pair of shoes and finding that they are killing your feet when you’ve barely worn them!
What makes one pair of shoes comfortable to one woman, is also very different to another.
Flat shoes do not necessarily mean comfortable shoes, but they will be for some. Wearing uncomfortable or ill fitting shoes can also cause damage to your posture so here’s a few tips for you to consider.
Block versus stiletto heels
Typically, a heel with a block is likely to offer much more support and possibly comfort versus a narrow heel as it will be more supportive and provide a more even weight distribution.
Too small versus too big
If your heel slips out of the shoe when you walk then they are probably too big. It has been reported recently that Meghan Markle wears shoes too big for her to allow her feet room to breath on account of her being on her feet during Royal visits.
If the skin on your foot sits higher than the shoe, it’s likely they are too small. Try either another size or a wider fit. Many shops do half sizes which could make all the difference.
Should your weight fluctuate, be aware of the impact on the fit of your shoes. Weight gain may mean you require wider fitting shoes.
Wedges are a good alternative as you can gain height and support, though they tend to be more popular in the summer months !
Perfection
It’s reported that there are methods of measuring your foot in order to find the perfect height for you.
1) measure your foot from the ball of your foot to your heel. The ball is the padded part of your sole between the arch in your foot and your toes. This measurement is deemed to be your ideal height of heel and the most comfortable.
2) measure the full length of your foot from the heel to the big toe. Make sure you measure it in centimetres (or convert it) then divide it by 7. This is your healthiest heel height.
Style tips
You should always wear shoes which are comfortable for you but here’s a few style tricks.
- A pointed toe will lengthen the appearance of your legs.
- The more of the foot that is shown, the greater the illusion of longer legs and narrower ankles.
- If you are petite, avoid ankle straps as they will visibly shorten the appearance of your height.
- Avoid shoes with straps which fasten around the ankles if your ankles are wide.
- Shoes can date quickly. If you choose a shoe trend that’s in fashion now, be sure to wear them – don’t be tempted to keep them for best.
- As we enter the autumn and you move from sandals towards boots, make sure that the top of the boot stops at the narrow point on your legs.
Finally, the Autumn/Winter season is fast approaching. Look out for the dates of my seasonal updates which I’ll be announcing in September to run from October. Reserve your interest early and contact me: toni.carver@tlcstyleandcolour.co.uk