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Royal Wedding
29 May 2018

Royal Wedding

by fabrickated | posted in: Style advice | 14

I have held off from writing this post as I didn’t have time to watch the wedding. But a few people have asked for my opinion. Well Claire has. So this post is for you Claire. Overall I was a … Continued

dresses, hats, royal wedding, style advice, summer, wedding dress
How do you feel about colour or style advice?
9 Sep 2017

How do you feel about colour or style advice?

by fabrickated | posted in: Colour Analysis | 35

There are some people who like feedback and information about their performance at work, or how they are doing as a parent. I am one of them – provided the feedback and critique is offered in a kind way.  I feel … Continued

black, Colour analysis, Kidman, lemon, mauve, orange, style advice
Corduroy – suitable for men, women and children
15 Mar 2017

Corduroy – suitable for men, women and children

by fabrickated | posted in: Childrenswear, History of fashion, Inspiration, Style advice, Tips and Techniques | 12

Apparently corduroy started life as a type of Fustian. I remember clearly reading about both fabrics in one of my GCE O level books, The Mayor of Casterbridge by Thomas Hardy. The man was of fine figure, swarthy, and stern … Continued

autumn, brown, corduroy, cotton, menswear, style advice, suit
What is a Capsule Wardrobe?
14 Nov 2016

What is a Capsule Wardrobe?

by fabrickated | posted in: Designing, SWAP | 22

On Saturday, when I announced my SWAP plans, Saturday Night Stitch blogger Hila asked for advice on a “capsule” wardrobe. Other commentators and I suggested some resources for her to consider. But I said I didn’t always agree with some of … Continued

capsule wardrobe, Hila, planning, style advice, SWAP 2017
Men’s style analysis – Gus
12 Oct 2016

Men’s style analysis – Gus

by fabrickated | posted in: Style advice, SWAP | 8

I promised to create a SWAP wardrobe for my son Gus. I have precious little experience of designing or making clothes for men. I love looking at menswear. And men! But I haven’t branched out into making clothes for the … Continued

angular body, body line, men's style, menswear, style advice, Swap
Menswear Friday – How to wear a suit
16 Sep 2016

Menswear Friday – How to wear a suit

by fabrickated | posted in: Style advice | 14

Maybe the suit is no longer required in many workplaces. That could be just the reason to wear one. A nice suit can be very flattering on a man, and often makes him look both taller and slimmer. Trousers with a … Continued

fit, menswear, style advice, suit, the rules
Do you look ridiculous in your clothes?
1 Aug 2016

Do you look ridiculous in your clothes?

by fabrickated | posted in: History of fashion, Style advice | 32

Sam of Stitched Up by Samantha writes: I’m curious as to when you wear your hats. I love hats myself, but never know when or how to wear them… I always feel faintly ridiculous if I’m wearing one anywhere other … Continued

colour, fear, hats, history of fashion, leadership, millinery, Mother of the Bride, style, style advice
Advice for Jenny
2 Nov 2015

Advice for Jenny

by fabrickated | posted in: Guest blog, Style advice | 23

One of my dear followers Jenny has been in touch. She is going to a winter wedding and has bought this lovely deep pink fabric, a colour I think will look great on her, and a Fake Fur jacket that … Continued

dress, New Look 6000, older women's style, pink, pleating, style advice, wedding guest, winter
Style Advice for Ruth
13 Jul 2015

Style Advice for Ruth

by fabrickated | posted in: Style advice | 4

Remember Ruth? Yesterday I carried out an online style analysis of her figure. Here I will use the analysis to provide advice to Ruth on what will be her best looks. Here is Ruth in some outfits she made recently. Style … Continued

Ruth, semi-straight, style advice, Style Analysis
Can a computer advise you on style?
29 May 2015

Can a computer advise you on style?

by fabrickated | posted in: Style advice | 9

I can advise you on style. Like many style advisors I have been trained in how to analyse the shapes and styles that best suit individual men and women. But my time is relatively expensive and not everyone wants a … Continued

colour, flattering shapes, M&S, pear-shaped, style advice

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