MEAGHAN SMITH PERSONAL STYLIST

You might discover a gap in your wardrobe when you struggle to put an outfit together. For example, you’re going to a girlfriend’s birthday dinner on Saturday night, you want to wear that new top you bought in the sales, and when you try it on during the week, you realise you don’t have the right bra to wear with it. That’s a gap.

Another way to identify a gap is to look at your clothes and consider whether adding something new could give you more outfits.

Here, it’s a white ribbed tank.

The tank can obviously be worn on its own as a simple top, layered under a shirt, cardigan, blazer, or coat. It has a great neckline and can add texture and an extra color, i.e., depth to an outfit.

Looking for gaps is what I do during a wardrobe session. I analyse the wardrobe and think about what’s missing, then consider what could be added. The idea is that by filling a gap, it’ll have a significant impact on your wardrobe and how you dress.

FYI – My current favourite white tank is one I just bought myself before Christmas. Important things for me were straps that are wide enough to wear a bra, a nicely shaped low neckline, and good sturdy fabrication (not too flimsy). Subscribe to my Fab Finds if you’d like to see which one I bought. Read about it (and see examples of what I post) here.

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Like everything you wear, your jewellery should feel authentic to you and your personal style.

Choose it thoughtfully, in a way that reflects your individuality. The most meaningful pieces are often those with a story — earrings found on a holiday in Italy, your Nan’s pearls, or your Dad’s watch.

This is Costanza Pascolato. Among her jewellery, you’ll almost always find a silver skull ring — a distinctive piece that has become her signature.

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MASCULINE/FEMININE STYLE

MASCULINE
Somewhat tailored beige chino pants worn in a relaxed, slightly oversized way.
Solid leather belt with a large buckle.

FEMININE
Soft fluid blouse with a pretty intricate detail.
Delicate jewellery.
Exposing a little bit of skin around the neck, chest, and on the foot.
Subtly creating shape at the waist by tucking in.
Painted toenails.

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Newsletters aren’t new to me. I’ve been writing one for longer than I’ve been a personal stylist.

The first I ever “published” was around 20–25 years ago, when I was working at a bank on Collins Street in Melbourne and spending lunch breaks in the shops. I sent it to a handful of girlfriends, who shared it on, filled with fashion finds and little shopping tips. It was called Fabulous Finds & Favourite Things.

When I started my business in 2010, Fab Finds evolved into a blog. Later, as my client list grew, it became a newsletter alongside it—and I’ve been returning to it, on and off, ever since. But that was only for my clients – this time my newsletter is open to everyone.

Welcome To Notes On Style By Meaghan Smith

Being stylish or well-dressed is not just about buying clothes – you need to know…

• When a garment fits your body properly.
• About how proportions work.
• All about alterations. (What can & can’t be done, etc.)
• How to look after your clothes.
• About accessorising.
• How to build a wardrobe that works seamlessly together.
• How to style your clothes into various outfit combinations so that there isn’t the need to always be buying something new.
• How to know when something no longer works for you, and it’s time to let it go.
• What details (like button holes) to check out when shopping. (When it’s ok & when it’s not.)
• How to identify gaps in your wardrobe.
• etc.

Notes On Style is about everything I’ve learned (and continue to learn) in my 16 years of personal styling, and I’m going to share it with you.

When you subscribe, you’ll receive a fortnightly email with styling, wardrobe, shopping, and fashion tips — plus thoughts, ideas, news, and the occasional recommendation.

Think of it as a mix between having a style mentor, a friend who shares all of her insider secrets, and the most chic newsletter in your inbox.

Given this is a small update post, I’ll do another (inbetweeny) soon. Style related. Leave me a note in the comments if there’s anything you’d particularly like me to cover.

Styling Update

A little heads up – my styling prices will be going up from 1 February. If you’ve been meaning to book a session (or grab a voucher for you or someone else), now’s the time. Keep in mind I do Zoom styling sessions (for 1 – 3 hrs) – so even if you live in Tassie and aren’t sure whether your jeans fit you properly or your shoes work ok with your midi dress – I can help. Styling details here.

And please bear with me while my little newsletter twists and turns and finds its way. No doubt there’ll be hiccups as I learn something new and figure out what I’m doing. That’s all the fun, right….

You can subscribe (for free) here.

Love,

Meaghan x