I’ve always believed a trench coat is one of those wardrobe pillars that can elevate everyday outfits, but it’s the lining that often determines whether a high-street trench feels luxurious or just... off. Over the years I’ve tested dozens of high-street trenches — from Zara and Mango to Marks & Spencer and Uniqlo — and one thing is clear: a good lining is worth paying a little extra...
Read more...
When I have a week ahead filled with different types of events — think mornings of client meetings, an afternoon...
I’ve tested more supermarket moisturisers than I care to admit—partly out of curiosity, partly because I want my...
I’ve long believed that a single, well-chosen coat can carry a season — and when rain is part of your daily life,...
I shop online a lot — for myself, for shoots and for clients — so I’ve learned to spot the red flags of fast-practice fashion (the brands that prioritise speed and low cost over people and planet). Over the years I’ve turned those instincts into a simple checklist that helps me avoid...
Read more... →
I’m obsessed with the idea that you can capture the glamour of a celebrity red-carpet look without spending a fortune. Over the years I’ve recreated countless runway and red-carpet outfits for friends and readers, and the trick is never about copying every detail — it’s about translating...
Read more... →
I’ve learned that looking effortlessly put‑together before a meeting isn’t about a full outfit overhaul — it’s about five small edits you can make in under five minutes. These are the little tweaks I turn to when time is tight but I still want to feel confident and polished. Each one is...
Read more... →
After a long day at the office, the thought of heading straight to drinks can feel equal parts exciting and exasperating. I love after-work plans, but I also love not hauling around a heavy beauty bag. Over the years I’ve honed a compact makeup and hair touch-up kit that fits easily into a tote...
Read more... →
Autumn always feels like a fresh chapter for my wardrobe — the air gets crisper, the light shifts, and that urge to feel cosy and composed kicks in. But buying a new coat every season isn’t sustainable or necessary. Over the years I’ve learned how a few colour swaps can make your core...
Read more... →
Living in the UK, I’ve learned that a carefully curated capsule wardrobe is less about rigid rules and more about smart, adaptable pieces that handle sun, showers, and sudden chilly spells. I built my own 20-piece capsule to make mornings easier, save money, and reduce decision fatigue — while...
Read more... →
I always reach for my Breton top when I want an outfit that feels simultaneously relaxed and put-together. It’s one of those wardrobe staples that — with a few tweaks — works for both spring freshness and autumnal layering. Below I share seven distinct ways I style a Breton top across the two...
Read more... →
I don’t know about you, but some of my favourite British days have a persistent drizzle that never turns into a full-on downpour — just enough moisture to make me rethink every coat I own. Over the years I’ve learned that the trick isn’t piling on layers until you feel like a walking duvet,...
Read more... →
I used to think great makeup started at the makeup counter. Over the years I’ve realised the real secret is what happens before you even reach for a foundation brush. Skincare that preps, hydrates and blurs the skin makes makeup sit better, look fresher and last longer — and it doesn’t have...
Read more... →
I’ve learned over years of editing Style Directions and editing my own wardrobe that the right shoes can make—or save—your whole weekend and commute. This capsule shoe edit is what I reach for again and again: seven pairs that are versatile, comfortable and stylish enough to cover every plan...
Read more... →