Sustainable September: how to opt for quality, not quantity and fill the gaps

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Have you been enjoying the theme in this month’s blogs? I do hope so!

Last week, I shared four things to do to start your autumn wardrobe preparation. Don’t worry – they’re totally easy to do with no skill as most of them are about thinking and looking! Revisit it here..

You’ve probably got the idea by now that ‘shopping’ your own wardrobe will save you money in the long run. Plus, it has a positive impact on the planet too.

Taking time to sort through your clothes will actually save you time too. Just think how long it takes you to get ready! When you’ve got a lot of clothes, you can’t see everything you’ve got. Or, what you do have, you don’t wear because they don’t fit or flatter you either.

How to organise your wardrobe

When I help clients with their wardrobes, I tend to categorise them into types, then colour. To me, this is logical and visual and it’s how my own wardrobe is organised. So, put your shirts together, t-shirts, trousers, jeans, skirts, dresses and so on.

Once in order, I’ll organise by groups of colours – reds together, blues together and so on. Often, you’ll find you have several of the same item. But, how many do you really need?

These are the contents of the average wardrobe for a (middle-class) woman in the 1940s.

I’m pretty sure it is substantially less than the average wardrobe today. It’s certainly less than I have.

Sure, availability and choice has increased, but so has over-consumption.

The trick is to balance what you need with what you have and fill the gaps. Use your personal colour swatches to help you identify any colour gaps as well as the style of clothes for how you spend your time.

If you can’t fill the gaps, you’ll end up buying more of the same things you’ve already got.

How many times have you seen an outfit on a mannequin, or on a model and bought it, only to discover that it doesn’t look the same on you?

Build, height, sizing, colouring and personality are all elements which make you; you. That’s before we even assess the fabric and cut of the clothes! When you understand what suits you, fits you and flatters you, only then will you be able to stop making costly mistakes.

Buying something because it’s the latest trend or in the sale without considering you, your wardrobe and your lifestyle, will often mean they languish in the back of the wardrobe until you donate them, or sell them online, at a loss.

Colour and style advice

Spend time researching what’s current (or attend my seasonal colour and trend workshop) to learn the new colours and trends to help you build a wardrobe of clothes that you love to wear. And, which suit you of course!

Try and recreate these looks from what you already have. During the workshop, I use my own clothes as well as new ones to demonstrate this, so if you need some inspiration, be sure to join us! It takes place on Saturday 5 October online, so you can join from the comfort of your own home. Get your ticket here.

I don’t believe in being a slave to fashion and spending a fortune on clothes. Like many of my clients, I just want to look and feel up -to-date in what I wear. Being able to make informed decisions and shop with intention helps because I understand what suits me and how to make things work.

Clothes in the right colour and style for you, that fit and flatter your shape, will always make better choices in the long run. Book a consultation if you need any help.

Those attending the workshop will receive my essential guidance and a copy of my new seasonal colour guide too. Alongside the live group workshop, I produce a suite of guides on the colours and trends that suit you, aimed at saving you time.

RECORDED VIDEO MASTERCLASS

The live event isn’t recorded, so if you can’t make it, I pre-record a video using the same presentation so you can catch up and watch it in your own time. I’ll share the latest colours and trends to look out for, with examples and some tips on if they flatter you. The video lasts 44 minutes.

AUTUMN/WINTER 2024-25 COLOUR TREND GUIDE

This guide fits inside your colour me beautiful colour swatch wallet to guide you when shopping. It includes seven key colours for the autumn and winter season for each dominant colouring type (using the tonal colour analysis system covered in my colour analysis consultations).

New colour and style events and workshops taking place this autumn

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Group sessions are available alongside individual colour analysis and style and shape consultations. Here’s a list of the events and workshops planned over the next couple of months. Why not come along and join me?

Ladies Networking event – Guest speaker – 11 September

Alongside the chair of Leeds’ Smart Works Charity, I’m delighted to be one of their speakers at ‘This Girl’s’ event in Leeds.

This event is an opportunity to meet some amazing female business leaders and tickets include a buffet lunch.

Get your ticket and join us here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/leeds-meet-greet-graze-quarterly-event-with-a-raffle-buffet-speakers-tickets-951450202167

Express Colour Analysis – 21 September

Fancy getting your colours done in 30 minutes??

Following the success of the event in April, I’m back at the Stitch Make Create sewing studio in Horbury.

Whether you’re a keen sewist, or just starting out, knowing the colours which suit you best will help you make better choices.

Creating a coordinated wardrobe becomes a breeze once you attend this 30 minute session!

You’ll learn your dominant colour type and 10 colours from your colour palette. Tickets cost £45 per person and include a pocket guide with your colours and tips on how to wear them. One person per time slot available.

Book your place between 10am and 2pm here: https://www.tlcstyleandcolour.co.uk/product/express-colour-analysis-for-sewists-21-september-2024/

Sustainable Fashion week – Upcycled Fashion Show – 24 September

Having gone all Great British Sewing Bee and taken on my first transformational challenge, I’m hitting the runway as part of Sustainable Fashion Week.

Run by Thread Republic in Huddersfield, I took on their ‘Upcycle Challenge’ to transform donated Ikea duvet covers into a new outfit!

Come along to the Sustainable Fashion Show and see the upcycled garments on the evening of 24th September. Tickets cost £5 and available to purchase here: https://www.threadrepublic.co.uk/event-details/upcycled-fashion-show

Autumn/Winter Seasonal Update – Colour & Trend Workshop – 5 October

Autumn is heading our way which means my next seasonal update workshop takes place on Saturday 5th October.

This workshop isn’t about making you fashionable, but aimed at inspiring you to adapt the new colours and trends to create up-to-date and stylish outfits.

Helping you to make informed decisions about what to wear, I’ll share the latest colours, trends and where to find them during this live 90 minute workshop. There will be examples from the high street and my own wardrobe as I show you ways to style up and wear what you’ve got, so you only buy what you need.

You’ll receive a copy of my colour and trend summary, shopping guide, wardrobe checklist and discount voucher for attending. Join the workshop from the comfort of your own home. Tickets cost £19.50 and available to purchase here: https://www.tlcstyleandcolour.co.uk/product/latest-colours-trends-2024-seasonal-update-workshops/

The autumn/winter colour and trend guides are available from 1 October. If you’re registered on the wait list, you’ll receive discounted access to the guides 5 days earlier. (Select ‘seasonal updates’ and register here)

Mini Colour Analysis Taster Workshop – 12 October

On Saturday 12 October, I’m returning to Rivers Meet Cafe, Methley for another colour workshop and the last one for 2024.

These ‘taster’ sessions are a great way to experience the magic of colour analysis in a small group, with cake!

You’ll be guided through a fun and interactive session and gain an insight into the impact of colour and how to wear colours that flatter your features, making you shine.

A choice of cake and refreshments are included with your ticket, and you’ll take away a card containing eight colours plus a discount voucher.

Tickets cost £35 and almost sold out. Be quick and get yours: https://www.tlcstyleandcolour.co.uk/product/mini-colour-analysis-taster-workshop-at-rivers-meet-2024/

2025 events

Over the next few months, I’ll be working on next year’s events. So, if there’s something specific you’d like to see next year, do let me know.

If you would prefer to arrange your own event, simply get in touch.

NEW What to wear workshop – Autumn/Winter 2023 Colour & Style Update – Saturday 7 October – 2pm online

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Back for Autumn is my ‘what to wear’ workshop where I share tips on navigating the colour and style trends for the coming season.

Whilst my mantra remains the same: just because it‘s in the shops, fashionable or on trend does not mean it will work for YOU and that’s OK!

Instead, I’ve done the hard work for you by searching and sharing what you can expect with tips on how to wear them.

These seasonal updates have been running for years now. Get some inspiration and guidance on updating your wardrobe. A new season is the perfect opportunity to reignite it after all!

THE AUTUMN/WINTER WHAT TO WEAR WORKSHOP

If you’re not familiar with this workshop, it takes place online every year on the first Saturday of October. It’s then repeated six months later for the spring and summer trends on the first Saturday of April. 

Whether you’ve had your colours or style analysed before or not, these workshops are an opportunity to find out what the latest colours and styles are.

WHAT’S INVOLVED?

There’s no travelling and you’ll join from the comfort of your own home! So, book your ticket, grab a brew and a notepad and log into the live event!

I’ll share what’s in the shops and most importantly, what to look for and if the colours and styles will suit you!

It’s not about buy, buy, buy! It’s encouraging you to understand how can you be more sustainable with your choices whilst also bringing what you already have up to date.

This virtual event lasts around 90 minutes. You’ll learn the key colours, styles and trends this autumn and winter with a presentation I’ve prepared. Don’t worry – it’s not death by powerpoint as I’ll also share some of my top picks from the high street too.

To inspire you to check your own wardrobe, I’ll also share items from my wardrobe which tick off the new ‘trends’ you’ll hear about.

WHEN

The Autumn/Winter 2023 event is on Saturday 7 October at 2pm. For reference, the Spring/Summer workshop takes place on the first Saturday of April (6th April 2024). Advance tickets will be available as soon as this event ends!

COSTS

Tickets are £19.50.

This includes a copy of my AW23 shopping list, AW23 wardrobe checklist and summary of the colours and styles. There are all digital guides which will be emailed to you after the event.

SOLD OUT!

This event has SOLD OUT.

FIND THE NEXT EVENT HERE
What to wear workshop

What to wear workshop – Seasonal Update: Spring/Summer 2023 – Saturday 1 April – 2pm

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Push through the sale rails and you might start to notice the colours and styles are changing. My mantra remains the same: just because it‘s in the shops, fashionable or on trend does not mean it will work for YOU – and that’s ok.

It’s that time of the year again. When we are longing for nice weather and your inbox starts filling up with ‘what to buy for spring’!

To help reduce the overwhelm, I’m back again with my seasonal updates to help you decipher what you’re going to buy (if anything) and how to work with what you’ve already got. 

INTRODUCING THE SPRING/SUMMER WHAT TO WEAR WORKSHOP

Looking for guidance on what to wear and what to buy (if you need to) so you don’t get sucked into making (more) shopping mistakes this new season? These workshops are for you and take place on the first Saturday of April and October. 

Whether you’ve had your colours or style analysed with me before or not, these seasonal workshops are an opportunity to find out what the latest colours and styles are that suit you, saving you time whilst providing lots of inspiration!

WHAT’S INVOLVED?

You’ll hear about what’s in the shops and most importantly, what to look for so they suit you! It’s not always about buy, buy, buy, but instead understanding how can you be more sustainable with your choices and use what you may already have to bring it up to date.

Taking place online and lasting around 90 minutes, I’ll be sharing the key colours, styles and trends this spring and summer with a presentation and some of my top picks from the shops. You’ll hear about the key trends and if they’ll suit you so you can avoid making any costly shopping mistakes!

It’s always worth checking what you’ve got lurking in the back of your wardrobe as I’ll share my own finds from my wardrobe which tick off the new ‘trends’.

WHEN

The Spring/Summer 2023 workshop will be held virtually on Saturday 1 April at 2pm. For reference, the Autumn/Winter workshop will be held on Saturday 7 October.

There’s one last chance to bag an EARLY BIRD bonus! Purchase a ticket before 1st February and you’ll be entered into a free prize draw to win a 30-minute styling call with me which is the perfect opportunity to get advice on any specific items, dressing challenges or some styling advice.

COSTS

£17.50 (includes Colour and Style update guide, shopping list and wardrobe checklist, Who Can Wear What summary guide and discount voucher)

HOW TO GET TICKETS

Tickets are to be bought in advance and are available to buy NOW!

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT

style attic event

An afternoon of fun and fashion with The Style Attic

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I am delighted that I’ve been invited along to share some tips at The Style Attic summer soiree this month.

The Style Attic  are a women’s boutique in Leeds and I remember meeting Leigh who runs it with her sister and mum many years ago (when it was literally in the attic of her house!).

The event is a celebration of fun and fashion and raising money for The Leeds Teaching Hospitals neonatal unit.

It is a ticket only event and I’ll have a giveaway on the day but I’ll share on social media too in case you can’t make the event.

When

Saturday 20 August

2pm – 6pm

Where

It’s being held at Moda NY Square, Quarry Hill, Leeds, LS2 7BT.

Victoria Gate / John Lewis is opposite the venue.

How to get tickets

Tickets are £15 and include a free drink on arrival plus an exclusive discount code. There’s live DJs and other speakers and you can buy tickets here: https://thestyleattic.co.uk/products/summer-soiree-2022-ticket

Please note: This event has now SOLD OUT!

Virtual wardrobe workshop – Saturday 23 May

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Have you got a wardrobe bursting at the seams and yet have nothing to wear?  Fear not!
We are collaborating with A Tidy Mind West Yorkshire to bring you the ultimate virtual workshop to make your wardrobe work for you.
If you want your wardrobe to make you smile this is the workshop for you.
Join us at 2pm on Saturday 23 May from the comfort of your own home and we’ll inspire you with our super advice on decluttering, storage, colour and style. You’ll also receive ten top tips from us following the event too.
This is a ticketed event which must be purchased in advance of the session.
The price of your ticket is just £10 and get ready to feel fabulous in your clothes!
To obtain a ticket, please email: Toni.carver@tlcstyleandcolour.co.uk

Colour me beautiful cosmetic range

Makeup prescription and assessment workshop – Saturday 23 May – POSTPONED

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Want to know the makeup shades that actually suit you and enhance your features the best?
Back by popular demand! During this workshop, I’ll prescribe and recommend the shades of cosmetics most suited to your physical features. You’ll be able to try them out during the session and you’ll learn how to personalise your own magnetic, refillable compact. Just one handy box which you can fill with shades personal to you for your eyes, cheeks and lips.
All cosmetics used are cruelty free, lead free and paraben free. Some of the range is vegan friendly too.
You’ll take away a list of what shades you can wear and receive a £10 voucher to spend.

WHEN

Saturday 23 May
10am – 12:30
 

WHERE

TLC Style & Colour HQ, Wakefield
 

COST

£20 per person which includes a £10 voucher to spend and refreshments*

TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE, CONTACT TONI ON 07958 657032 OR EMAIL TONI.CARVER@TLCSTYLEANDCOLOUR.CO.UK.

 
* There are limited places available at the event and pre-payment is required to secure your place which is non refundable.
Book your place now!
Email Toni.carver@tlcstyleandcolour.co.uk

Size doesn’t matter shape does

Mini Shape and style workshop – Saturday 18th April

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Back for 2020 by popular demand! This mini workshop focuses on shape and style.

Dressing for your body shape needn’t be difficult. Size does not matter, but shape does. Come along and learn the basics at this session.

Are you a Lady Gaga or Kylie Minogue? Your individual style influences the way you shop and how you combine your outfits together. Knowing who you are and how to identify this will save you time in the future.

This session, looks at how to dress confidently for your body shape and getting to know your ‘style personality’. Handouts with tips are included as part of the session.

 

WHEN

Saturday 18 April

10am – 12:30

WHERE

TLC Style & Colour HQ, Wakefield

 

COST

£20 per person including handouts and refreshments.

 

Places must be booked and paid for in advance.

To book your place, please email Toni.carver@tlcstyleandcolour.co.uk or contact Toni on 07958657032.

Colour me beautiful cosmetic range

Makeup Prescription – Taster session – 28 September 2019

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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

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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

 

 

Get colour confident

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Do you spend a fortune on clothes which you don’t wear?

 

If you want to shop better and wear more colours, but you’re not sure what really suits you, then reserve your place at this small group session held at my studio in Wakefield, West Yorkshire.

 

During the session, we will cover:

 

  • Your colour type
  • Which 30 core colours suit you
  • How to combine your neutral and fashion colours
  • Makeup in your colour tones

 

Wearing colour creates an immediate and powerful impact and when worn well, can really enhance and brighten your overall look. But, it can also have the opposite effect and instead drain the colour from your face, making you look washed out or even worse – ill!

 

Book your place and come along to learn how you can wear colour with confidence.

You are encouraged to bring along three tops in different colours, one of which you’ve never or rarely worn.

 

Each person will receive a complimentary makeup lesson in your colour tones and a scarf tying demonstration.

You will take away with you a Style Update handout showing you the key styles and colours for the season.

Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to buy your own Colour Swatch Wallet containing your 30 colours which will help to guide you when shopping.

 

Prices

These group sessions are limited for between 3 – 6 guests.

£35 per person including makeup lesson, scarf tying demonstration and makeup lesson.

 

Optional extras!

A 30 colour swatch wallet, books, scarves and makeup are all available to purchase for an additional cost.

 

Availability

Saturday 30th September – 10am – 12:30pm

To book your place please contact me.

SU update

Learn to dress with confidence

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Did you know that most women only wear 20% of their clothes 80% of the time?

 

If you want to learn about dressing in clothes which flatter your body and personality, then reserve your place at this small group session held at my studio in Wakefield, West Yorkshire.

 

During the session, we will cover:

 

  • Dressing for your body shape
  • Assessing your proportions
  • Fun style personality quiz!

 

Come along and learn about clothing lines, fabrics and clever dressing tips so you can feel more confident about showing off your best bits and disguising the bits that you’re not so fond of.

You are encouraged to bring along one of your favourite outfits and one that you’re not so fond of so that we can see what does and doesn’t flatter you.

Each person will take away their own personal style cheat sheets and a Style Update handout showing you the key colours and styles for the current season.

 

Prices

These group sessions are limited for between 3 – 6 people.

£35 per person including handouts.

Optional extra!

An additional makeup lesson and scarf tying demonstration can be added to this session for just £5 extra per person. Please allow extra time if opting to include this.

Availability

Saturday 26th August – 10am – 12:30pm

To book your place please contact me.