Style & Beauty

How frequently should you wash your hair?

To get really gorgeous hair, you need to strike a balance between washing your hair too much - which will dry it out - and washing your hair too little - which will leave it looking greasy until your next wash. The best way to do it? Wash your hair…

Easy Halloween Costume Idea: Bond Girl

So you've been invited to a Halloween party last-minute and you have no idea how you can throw together a costume with just 24 hours to spare. Never fear! A Bond girl costume is just what you need. A number of years ago, I dressed like a Bond girl for…

How to Wear a Poncho

Ponchos can be a lovely item to wear in the autumn and winter. In fact, you can also wear ponchos in the spring and summer! It's a nice versatile piece (click here to check out how I wore it last week), but you do need to think carefully about your…

One Braid, Four Ways

This look is perfect if you have long hair. Simply section off a small amount of hair from one side of your head and braid that section. Secure it with an elastic, and then... style! You can leave the rest of your hair down the way it is, or tie…

10-Second Boost: Elbow-length gloves

How better to get an old Hollywood look than with long gloves? I love a nice pair of long, elbow-length gloves, and here are the two main reasons why: They're perfect for this time of year. The weather fluctuates quickly and it can be difficult to dress for the weather…

Elements of the Perfect Conference Outfit

Got an upcoming conference to attend? Here are the elements you'll need to put together the perfect conference outfit: Simple, business-casual clothes. I like a modest, fitted dress, like the one pictured here, but you can also go for a pretty skirt or dress pants with a blouse. Sensible bag.…

How to look super cute even in your comfy clothes

I have a confession: I love wearing comfy clothes around the house. And although I get dressed properly on the weekdays (even when you run a home-based editing and writing business, you still need to dress the part!), I do enjoy wearing comfy clothes on the weekends. However, there's always…

How to wear a fascinator

Fascinators are beautiful hairpieces that can make a great addition to your outfit. Here are some tips for how to best wear a fascinator: How do you like to wear fascinators? What's your favorite style of hairpiece? Share in the comments section below!