MEAGHAN SMITH PERSONAL STYLIST

I assumed that this was common knowledge, but recently when I mentioned it to a client, discovered that’s not necessarily the case..

Did you know that most zips on jeans (at least good quality brands) have little locks to keep them from falling down?

After you’ve pulled the zip up, push the little handle in as close as possible to the teeth so that it locks in. You then won’t be able to pull the zip down without lifting the handle up. 

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I was told by someone who worked in Spain at the head office of a well known clothing brand, that their clothes were designed to last 16 washes.

Whether it’s right or not, I’m not sure, but I always keep this in mind when I buy anything from them. (or similar stores). What it means is that when you buy cheap and cheerful fast fashion, the pieces are not intended to have a long life. You might notice your new t-shirt loses shape after just one wash; even though you’ve only had them 6 months, the crotch of your jeans starts to wear out and a thread is hanging from every buttonhole of a shirt, after only a few wears.  

When jeans are too long they can look sloppy, ill-fitting, add unnecessary bulk to the frame and even make your legs appear shorter than they are.

Oprah needs to come jeans shopping with me so I can teach her how to know when jeans fit properly and show her the most flattering length to wear them. 😉

Sometimes just the smallest alteration can make a big difference.

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If you’re like me and you have a collection of blazers you’ve gathered over the years, you might consider trying this new(ish) look for autumn.

A logo/print/band/statement t-shirt, under a blazer.

It’s a casual (yet smart) way to wear some of your blazers that have in the past, felt restricted to just wearing to work.

It means reinventing an old piece from your wardrobe and wearing it in a new way.  (Like I did with this sentimental old jacket)

(You can see how I wore my velvet blazer with a Mickey Mouse t-shirt here)

For those wondering, I don’t think this is a look that has an age restriction.  Everyone can do it.  You just need to find a tee that represents you and your style. (And of course, one that’s flattering)  For some it might be a favourite band (ACDC?) and for others it could be something with an artsy pattern or some sparkle on it.

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