look great, feel confident, be yourself
'Dress shabbily, they notice the dress; dress well, they notice the woman' (Coco Chanel)
It takes 30 seconds to make a first impression that persists for 7 years -
you don't have to be rich, vain or famous to want that impression to be a good one!
Dressing well is not about buying new, expensive or fashionable clothes,
but simply understanding the best colours and styles for your colouring, shape, personality and lifestyle.
When you feel confident that you look fabulous, you can express who you are in an instant by what you wear,
you don't have to be rich, vain or famous to want that impression to be a good one!
Dressing well is not about buying new, expensive or fashionable clothes,
but simply understanding the best colours and styles for your colouring, shape, personality and lifestyle.
When you feel confident that you look fabulous, you can express who you are in an instant by what you wear,
'Lovely new experience this morning - looked at myself as I passed a mirror and smiled at what I saw. You've given me so much confidence' (client 2019)
Most of us wear 20% of our wardrobe 80% of the time. That's a lot of clothing doing nothing. Meanwhile, the UK is the most wasteful nation, buying more clothes than anyone else, and throwing away more as well. It is estimated that 11 million garments go into landfill every week, and while we are recycling more, the places that receive our recycling are getting so much stuff, that they are now putting it in landfill. Yes, we should also shop ethically, ensuring we are not supporting exploitation, and giving thought to sustainable fabrics. But perhaps we should also buy less in the first place. Fast fashion is a major contributor to greenhouse gases, and it won't do you any lasting favours either - just furnish a wardrobe of clothes you don't wear.
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Need help with these dilemmas?
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Knowing what suits you means you don't have to compromise on style:
you can look good, feel confident, and be yourself, without harming the planet.
You will have more outfits but less clothes, understand how to put together outfits from what you already have,
and buy well (but only once) to update your wardrobe and fill the gaps.
you can look good, feel confident, and be yourself, without harming the planet.
You will have more outfits but less clothes, understand how to put together outfits from what you already have,
and buy well (but only once) to update your wardrobe and fill the gaps.
Why wait? Call (07557 439317) or email, and look great, feel confident, right now.
‘Compliment coming your way! My dad said he saw you and he said how pretty you were and how clever because red really suited you and you looked amazing – totally unprompted. Mr. Charming!!!’ text received by a colour client following her consultation, who also said 'I can honestly say I have had more compliments in the last few days than I have had for years – all thanks to your great advice' ND
'thankyou for all you have done...without your skills and knowledge I would still be a dowdy 55 year old. I now have the confidence to dress quickly and smartly, and I feel alive!' GG
Here is the news for December
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December is finally upon us and I know that it is a busy month for many. Covid complications are here again, and while I am hesitant to see anyone in person at present, online services are available, and skincare / make up can be tried out and collected from me (I will have the doors open for this). Prices of many products are going up from January 1st, so get your supplies in before this.
While you are juggling everything else, don't forget to invest in yourself, whether that is a bit of a pamper session, some retail therapy, or taking a few minutes to read this newsletter with a cup of tea and a mince pie. |
Wearing Black (ish!)
It goes without saying that black is by far the most popular colour choice, especially at Christmas. Of course I'd love to see an array of colour, but I understand that a darker silhouette is slimming and therefore instills confidence in many wearers.
Black only appears in three of the six main dominant palettes: Deeps, Cools and Clears, all of whom wear this shade well. If you feel that black 'wears' you, then you're likely to fall into one of our other three palettes, in which case I always recommend wearing it away from your face, in a fabric that absorbs light rather than reflects it. That said, Light Navy, Bronze, Charcoal Grey and Chocolate Brown are fabulous alternatives and are much more forgiving than their deeper cousin. If you want to look thinner, wear shoes and tights in the same colour as your dress, to create a column of colour. I never tell clients that they can't wear a colour, but I will show them how to wear it. |
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Finishing Touches
We all know someone who always looks effortlessly stylish and pulled together, whether on a Christmas night out or shopping for groceries. I'll let you into a secret - it isn't difficult to achieve.
Here's how you can elevate your style in five easy steps: |
1) Take time to shape your eyebrows and fill in if needed. Beautiful eyebrows frame the face and can make you look more youthful. Enhance your eyes with navy mascara; far more flattering on mature skin than black. Get your navy mascara from me, or order it directly here. 2) Add a slick of lipstick every time you leave home. Choose your most flattering shades and smile. Ask me if you don't know what suits you - I have most in stock for you to try and buy, or order directly here. 3) Pay attention to fit. Don't be afraid to take those £20 trousers to be altered for a perfect fit. You'll reap the benefits over time. 4) Style up an outfit for free! Do a side tuck in your top to achieve an asymmetric hemline, turn up the collar of your daytime shirt to take it into a sophisticated evening, scrunch up the sleeves of your blazer for a youthful look. 5) Layer your necklaces. Go bold or keep it simple; let your style personality dictate. Let me help you become that stylish person that you admire! |
Heels or not?
It's fair to say that Christmas 2020 was all about cosiness: our go-to shoe was the humble carpet slipper. I'm expecting this festive season to be slightly more glamorous, but that doesn't mean compromising on comfort.
If you like to wear heels (and some of us don't!), ease yourself in with a block heel which distributes weight over a wider area, thus providing more support. Even better, a platform shoe has all the height but less of an angle. Lucky for us, the block heel, platform sandal is the shoe of the season. It's perfect to wear with your 'best' frock or dress up a pair of jeans. A versatile shoe will pay you back as its 'cost per wear' reduces throughout the party season and beyond! |
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It's a Wrap!
colour me beautiful call it the Super Soft Scarf but at 188cm x 68cm, it is large enough to be used as a wrap too. with 6 shades to choose from, there will be several that suit you (ask me if you don't know). So dig deep into your wardrobe, find a favourite dress and add a cheerful scarf in a lovely colour. Because Christmas need not be complicated! |
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Simply Red
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Red lips for the party season is a given! But one shade certainly does not work for everyone. Use my guide below to ensure your lips look luscious throughout the festive period.
LIGHTS: Strawberry DEEPS: Red Carpet WARMS: Tomato COOLS: Strawberry CLEARS: Red Carpet SOFTS: Red Velvet Make it last by underlying it with a layer of lip pencil in a complementary colour. Call me to come and try out your shades of pencil and lipstick. |
The Gift of Confidence
Present buying challenges solved - give a gift that lasts a lifetime! My gift vouchers are available for any amount or any service, and can be redeemed against part or full colour me beautiful consultations and products. I can confidently say that all of my services are life changing - just ask anyone who has had their colours analysed or attended a style consultation Packaging may be different from image shown. |
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Buy well, buy once, buy less
- your bank balance will be happier, as will the planet.
I will help you translate this season's key trends into your wardrobe in a way that makes you look and feel fabulous. One or two pieces will update your wardrobe, and if you get colour and style right, will give you value for money in years to come.
Get in touch today to book your appointment, whether you need a review of your colouring, a complete start from scratch, help with sorting your wardrobe, a gift for someone else, or a FREE make up or skincare refresh.
- your bank balance will be happier, as will the planet.
I will help you translate this season's key trends into your wardrobe in a way that makes you look and feel fabulous. One or two pieces will update your wardrobe, and if you get colour and style right, will give you value for money in years to come.
Get in touch today to book your appointment, whether you need a review of your colouring, a complete start from scratch, help with sorting your wardrobe, a gift for someone else, or a FREE make up or skincare refresh.
for more information, or to book, contact PAULINE BISHOP
telephone 07557 439317 email pauline@mytruecolours.co.uk
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