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What Does “Business Casual” or “Smart Casual” Actually Mean?

Imogen Lamport — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000

I have been asked this question so many times I could answer it in my sleep. And honestly? That tells you everything. If “business casual” were actually clear, nobody would need to ask. Here’s the uncomfortable truth. “Business casual” and “smart casual” are not dress codes. They are dress code suggestions written by people who…

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Why You Can’t Let Go of Your Clothes (And What to Actually Do About It)

Imogen Lamport — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Lois wrote to me recently with something I hear all the time: “I’ve got too many clothes and I love them all. I need to donate more and I can’t seem to cull them out.” Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Wardrobe overwhelm is one of the most common things my clients come to me with,…

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How to Look Stylish When It’s So Hot You Could Cry

Imogen Lamport — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000

I had a question from Margie recently that I suspect a lot of you will relate to. She’s a Classic style personality living in Texas, where summer temperatures sit in the high 90s to low 100s Fahrenheit, which is roughly high 30s to low 40s Celsius for everyone else. She wanted to know: how do…

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How to Find Comfortable & Flattering Pants for an Active Job

Natalie Robinson — Wed, 27 May 2026 23:50:25 +0000

You’d think finding a pair of comfortable pants would be straightforward. Something you can move in, bend in, sit on the floor in… and still feel like yourself in. But if you’ve ever stood in a fitting room wondering why everything either feels good or looks good – but never both – you’ll know it’s…

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Answering The Most Googled Style Questions: How Do I Style a XXX?

Imogen Lamport — Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

The Most Googled Style Question That Isn’t Really About Style Have you ever typed into Google something on the following lines: How to wear [specific item] (e.g., barrel-leg jeans, sneakers, oversized blazer)… Every day, millions of searches are typed into Google that follow a familiar pattern. How to style a blazer. How to wear an…

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Can You Have a Feminine Style and Still Be Low Maintenance?

Natalie Robinson — Wed, 20 May 2026 23:29:50 +0000

There’s a quiet assumption that trips a lot of women up – that feminine style and low-maintenance style sit at opposite ends of the spectrum. That if you love softness, detail, or a more romantic feel, you’re signing yourself up for effort, upkeep, and complexity. But that’s not actually what’s going on. What’s really happening…

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How Can I Dress More Confidently and Powerfully?

Imogen Lamport — Tue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

In our Top 10 Most Googled Style Questions, the next on our list is “How Can I Dress More Confidently and Powerfully?” It’s an interesting question, as research on confidence suggests that it comes from action and building skill. This is why just following the style formula of someone else, who is not you, won’t…

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Underwear as Outerwear Trend: What It Really Means for Your Style

Natalie Robinson — Wed, 13 May 2026 23:33:34 +0000

There was a moment at Australian Fashion Week 2025 where it became impossible to ignore – underwear had officially stepped out from beneath the outfit and into full view. Lace bodysuits worn as tops. Corsetry layered over shirts. Silk slips styled as dresses rather than hidden foundations. And while it might sound like just another…

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What Colours Complement My Skin Tone?

Imogen Lamport — Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Colour Is Not a Matter of Opinion. It’s a Matter of Science In the top 10 Google searches on personal style, colour is a hot topic, and searches by people wanting to know which colours match their skin tone have risen exponentially over the past few years. With the rise of AI tools, people have…

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The Thoughtful Wardrobe: What You Gain When You Buy Less

Natalie Robinson — Wed, 06 May 2026 23:18:14 +0000

You don’t actually need more clothes. What you need is a wardrobe that works harder for you. A wardrobe full of clothes that work seamlessly together, rather than separate outfits that you can’t split. Because more clothes rarely solve the problem. They usually make it harder to see all your options, even though having those…

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How Do I Build A Professional Yet Stylish Work Wardrobe?

Imogen Lamport — Tue, 05 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

The Wardrobe Problem Nobody Warned You About Nobody tells you, when you are building a career, that you will spend a significant portion of your professional life trying to solve a problem that has no official name. It sits somewhere between “what should I wear to work?” and something considerably more complicated, something closer to:…

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Embracing Natural Hair Textures and Colour: The Shift Towards Effortless Authenticity

Natalie Robinson — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:42:47 +0000

There has been a quiet but powerful shift happening. Women are stepping away from rigid beauty rules, harsh dye schedules, and high-maintenance styling routines. In their place, they’re choosing something that feels far more sustainable. Not just for their time, but for their identity. Embracing natural hair texture and colour is no longer a compromise.…

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What Are the Latest Fashion Trends and How Do I Wear Them?

Imogen Lamport — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Following on in our deep dive into the most commonly Googled style questions is “What are the latest fashion trends and how do I wear them?” It’s an interesting question: as fashion trends change, the older we get, the less aware we often are of them. Yet how we are perceived can be influenced by…

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How to Match Shoes to Your Outfit Without a Massive Shoe Collection

Natalie Robinson — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:49:43 +0000

You do not need a wardrobe full of shoes to create stylish, cohesive outfits. In fact, having too many options often makes getting dressed harder, not easier. What matters far more is choosing the right shoes that work across multiple outfits and occasions. When you understand how to match your shoes to your outfit using…

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How Do I Dress For My Body Shape? And Why Your Body is Not the Problem

Imogen Lamport — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

How do I dress for my body shape? is one of the most Googled questions around personal style for women. In fact, I’ve got many of the answers here on Inside Out Style if you want to find out – take my free body shape calculator quiz and download your body shape bible for the…

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9 Ways Sewing Improves Your Body Image and Your Style

Imogen Lamport — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

As a child, I learned to sew. I was lucky, my grandmother taught me to knit, and my step-mother taught me to sew (as she sewed), and I always loved making things (we did a lot of toilet roll craft in our house and for many years had napkin rings covered with wool made from…

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“What Does My Clothing Say About Me?” The Conversation You’re Having Without Knowing It

Imogen Lamport — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

“What does my clothing say about me?” is the next in the top 10 list of most Googled style questions. Every morning, after deciding what to wear and donning your outfit, before you have said a single word, you have already made a statement. You have communicated something about who you are, what you value,…

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Balancing Flamboyant Style with a Practical Lifestyle

Imogen Lamport — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Melissa asked a brilliant question: “How do I go about balancing my natural flamboyance with the practicalities of being a mum of four?” First of all, there is absolutely no reason why you cannot have your natural flamboyance in your style. Being a mum of four does not mean your personality has to disappear. It…

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How Can I Make My Current Wardrobe More Stylish? One of the most Googled Style Questions

Imogen Lamport — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Stop Buying Clothes. Start Seeing What You Already Have. We’re looking into the next most Googled question about style: “How Can I Make My Current Wardrobe More Stylish?” If you go on social media, the answer will be to shop more. Follow some influencer’s list (that they’re getting paid to promote) and supposedly your style…

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How to Choose The Perfect Colour for Your Outfits

Imogen Lamport — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 23:00:00 +0000

How to Use Your Colour Palette Without Feeling Restricted (or Confused) “Why can’t I ever find the right outfit in my colours?” A lovely reader asked me this recently, and if you’ve ever stood in a fitting room wondering why something technically “matches your palette” but still feels off… you’re not alone. Let’s clear something…

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The Capsule Wardrobe List Is Lying to You – Here’s What Actually Works

Imogen Lamport — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 23:00:00 +0000

The Most Googled Wardrobe Advice – And Why It Keeps Failing You “What are the key pieces for a capsule wardrobe?” is the second-most Googled style question over the past couple of years. Type “capsule wardrobe” into Google and you will find, with remarkable consistency, the same list. A white button-down shirt. A trench coat.…

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