How to whoop up a classic coat
For a while now I’ve been on the look-out for a classic, single-breasted tweed coat. Not a car coat that ends mid-thigh and allows an icy breeze around the knees – why are there are...
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Why I’m wearing baggy jeans
Over the years I’ve collected jeans in numerous different shapes and sizes, but my favourite pairs are all on the relaxed side. There’s a certain slouchy-ness about them.
The slouchy cardigan and two ways to wear it
Welcoming in the new year in full-blown technicolour… To be completely honest, right now I’m wearing this burnt orange, slouchy cardigan over a khaki jumpsuit rather than slinky tro...
How to nail your winter style & chic knitwear that’s not just for Christmas
I’ve never watched Love Actually and I’ve never worn a novelty knit and this holiday season I intend to keep it that way. Call me a Northern Miserablist if you like ( I am looking f...
Keeping it real with the Cocktail Cardigan (and cargo pants)
Are you glammed up and ready to sparkle? At this time of year, TV adverts, online magazines, Instagram and what-have-you are replete with slinky dresses and shimmering trouser suits.
All you need for winter at UNIQLO
About 10 years ago, Mr TNMA and I went to the Arctic Circle at Christmas and were HEATTECH’ed up to the hilt. For super-cool thermals and simple, wardrobe basics, I’m a long-term UN...
Six simple ways to make your outfits look instantly cooler
One of the adjectives I bear in mind when I think about how I want to look is ‘cool.’ Which is probably totally uncool!
Increase your style confidence in three easy steps
Don’t you love it when an outfit comes together? Of course, this doesn’t happen by magic.
Party poppers: dazzling shoes and accessories to add sparkle to a simple outfit
I’ve been to my first party since lockdown. Having completely forgotten how to apply make-up, I got ready in a last-minute rush but at least I didn’t resort to flossing my teeth on ...
The founder of a stylish vintage market shares her favourite second-hand sellers
Jannine Newman is founder of The Assembly Market, a pop-up fashion and interiors event in London. Having worked as an interior designer for many years, on turning 50, Jannine decided to follow ...
Expert advice on shopping for and styling a petite frame
We all have our reasons for feeling frustrated by the fit of clothes on offer, but I do think that women under 5ft 3 have a particularly raw deal. Fewer shops than ever seem to carry petite siz...
Older & Wiser: why ageing lobes don’t mean the end of earrings
One of the most bizarre complements I ever had was from an art student in a university lift. She praised my earlobes then informed me they were lucky.