I’m in the same boat, just turned 40 and having a change in job but also still a mum of young kids. I’ve learned some great, easy to implement tips dressing for my inverted triangle shape. Thank you MM.
I'm 27 from America and I absolutely adore your style! I have slowly remodeled my wardrobe to reflect all your styling tips and tricks and have watched your videos loads! Thank you so much Melissa... i look and feel so confident in my own skin now, My husband is loving my new clothes and I feel so great! Please continue making content for us girlies out there! Dani
Such great tips! Now I realise why I've had so much trouble with my winter wardrobe - the colours all clash! 😂 I have some favourite navy trousers, but they clash with my black coat and my brown coat and my purple boots 😆 The same with my blue trousers. Fitted 3 quarter coats go with skinny jeans but look terrible with the more wide leg or baggy jeans. And trouser length is so important! I'm learning a lot from you, Melissa. Thank you. Love these videos 😃
Melissa, I just found you about 3 weeks ago and have watched a lot of your videos, I love every single one so far 😍 I'm quite a bit older and quite a bit bigger than you but you are so amazing at what you do that I can easily apply your style tips and advice to styling my outfits. Can't thank you enough ❤️
I always enjoy the colors and styles of fall clothing. Now that I live in frigid Minnesota, I need more wool and cashmere cardigans and blazers. That's good luck as it suits my apple body shape--as you point out in your series! I like to wear chunky/organic long necklaces and that fits in with your advice as well! I never threw out my little shoulder pads from the 90's and they are coming in handy, too.
I looked on the website at the v-neck silk top and the largest US is a size 12. I’m a plus size, apple shape and I would need a larger size. Oh they’re so pretty. I just received my first silk pillowcase in the mail today. It’s so pretty. I love your channel and I learn so much from you. You are sweet too!
Love it! Thank you Melissa. My New Year resolution will be to follow your advice! I would start now but sadly I’ve already purchased too many ‘wrong’ clothes for this season.
I’m so happy to have found this channel. One of the worst things about go going back to work after COVID was to have to figure out what to wear. I will sometime change outfit half a dozen times before settling on one. I am just starting my journey but look forward to viewing all your videos and starting to work on my capsule wardrobe! Thank you all that you do!!
Really insightful Melissa, thank you. I must admit I have a lot of items that were acquired over the years with no thought even of what with and how they would be worn. Which is really what causes the “I’ve got nothing to wear “ dilemma. So owning multiple items in different weights and sleeve lengths but similar colours is actually really helpful
Love your videos. You are such a help and your advice is so practical and useful in the real world. Thank you for all the great demonstrations and clothing descriptions. You make it fun to learn and achievable ❤️
Excellent video. I have slipped in my style and I still fail in creating a basic wardrobe. You have helped me tremendously through this presentation. Thank you!
WOW. 👏🏻😊Thank you finally a real woman explaining how to wear lovely outfits in the real world. 😍love this clear explanation of how to build and starting to build my capsule. Love the nutural colours but struggling with my grey hair (natural) and how they work on me without making me look washed. Look forward to your next video and spring:summer capsule wordrobe.
You are so welcome! You could always add in an accent colour like bright pink or burgandy (for example) which would just lift the neutral colours and make your lovely hair a feature. Have you watched episode 4 of the body shape master class series? In that video I use a bright orange/red coat and you'll see how it looks lovely with all of the neutrals. Heres the link for it. ruclips.net/video/nbI49Tls39k/видео.html I hope that helps x
This is all very good information. But living in Canada with our long, harsh winters has me wearing colour in my outer wear. I have a red puffer, a bright blue down coat, and a brown cashmere wool long dress coat ( which is very old). I did however buy cream and grey scarves and hats to go with everything, thanks to you!
New to your channel and LOVING your classic yet modern, flattering style. Been binge watching your videos and hope you will be making them for a long time! Video Suggestion - accessories and jewellery - how to choose, how to style, and your recommended essentials? 🙏🏻👏😍
Hello Anna and welcome! I’m currently sitting on a beach in Corfu answering everyone’s comments and the first video I’m filming when I’m back is a ‘how to accessories video’ so that should work out well for your request! Thank you for watching!
Really helpful, Melissa. We moved three years ago and it means a much more casual lifestyle. I still don't have the right clothes for my life, but am working on it. I am usually attracted to "dressy" items, but need to balance them out more. Shoes are my downfall, as I love heels and only have "ugly trainers" for walks etc.
Dressing for your actual lifestyle rather than your fantasy lifestyle is something I see ALL the time. If you're wearing trainers a lot then really focus on buying yourself some that make you feel really good. If budget allows leave your 'ugly' trainers (in your words!) for dog walks and your nicer ones just for you for your casual lifestyle. I do online consultations if that's of any interest where i'd be more than happy to try and help you. Thank you for watching x
Thanks you Melissa. Just found your channel and your advice is so helpful. I have just purchased a handful of pieces online AND with confidence, for the first time in my life!! I don't believe in needing a big wardrobe so knowing what sensible pieces to buy is fabulous. Thanks again 🙂
OMG! You actually made this make sense lol. I need to take my time and focus on different styles and fabrics in the same color and that will help me see what I have better before moving on to so many other colors. Thank you 🙏🏾 ❤️
Bought the Mongolian cashmere hoodie from likysilk and the gold silk top also from lilysilk. Beautiful and fit well. Your sizing comments were soot on. Loving them both.
You are absolutely fantastic, so happy I found your fabulous channel! Learn each and every time and already looking forward to the next video. Thank you!
Picking up some great tips Melissa..I appreciated the comment about comfort over tight jeans..Got there a while ago..Must have a look at the jogging pants you refer to..Look great dressed up and down..x
Hi Melissa, great presentation again. The match of the silk top with leather trousers is simply amazing. I've mentioned it before, leather trousers or leggings is a perfect fit for you, casual or dressy. Black & white always a winner, can't go wrong. Thanks!
I recently discovered your channel and have found your videos so helpful. Shopping can be less fun when you get older (60’s), but I have learned so much from you and am ready to get back out there and buy clothes that I am excited about wearing! Thank you!!
Happy New Year Melissa, great to see you back with more style tips. When shopping now I’m thinking about your videos and it has saved me a fortune in buying items to hang in my wardrobe…. Hopefully I’m looking more stylish too ! Ps. your skin looks amazing xx
Thank you but I’m not going to lie, I’ve invested in a proper camera (I was only using my phone before) and it has a ‘smooth skin’ setting on so I’m afraid it’s not my reality!!!! X
I live in the UK, I like to think I'm a size 14 to 16 but honestly more 18 - 20 My lifestyle is very casual, currently not working so mostly at home and meeting friends. Looking to refresh/ update my wardrobe. Love your videos on creating a capsule mix-and-match wardrobe. The main item on my list to buy is a coat for the autumn/ winter months. If you had to choose just one coat/ outerwear to buy what would you suggest. I'm on a slight budget but not afraid to invest in a good quality item that will last. I just can't justify to buy more than one
A long wool coat in a camel, beige or griege colour with epaulettes on the shoulders to give structure. You can wear them super casually with leisurewear or you can dress them up. X
Happy New Year Melissa! Loved this video to kick off the year with. My capsule wardrobe is getting there….. I could really relate to your comment about having some nice winter coats. I’m on the hunt for a camel coat so will check out your ideas. I love the navy one too! Can’t wait for your next video. Oh and please do a summer one of these as well. (In a few months obvs!) 🧥👍☺️💕
I will do Beverley and thank you as always for watching x Ps - the latellier coat is a really good price and very nice. I was wearing a size small but I probably would go up a size in it as it was a little snug!
Happy New Year Melissa! Loved the video, lots of really helpful tips and I refer to your advice when buying new items now. Structure, colour and weight of fabric are my guides. Thank you again ❤️
I'm happy to have found your vlog and find your styling tips so helpful. I purchased the Lily Silk hoodie and it arrived today! It's a lovely quality, the size small fits perfectly for my petite frame and the neutral color mixes well with my winter wardrobe and will be worn into early spring. Looking forward to your future vlog posts! 😊
I love your styling. I'd love to see if you could do more plus size styling and especially for accessible styling for disabled women. I'm in a wheelchair and can't wear a lot of items like trenches.
I have a UK size 22 lady so that should tick help on the plus size things. If a model with a disability comes forward then i'm ore than happy to style them...
I'm so glad I came across your channel. I've been looking for a petite British stylist with a classic style and have struggled! So I'm glad I found you! I have a few questions: 1) is there any reason why you don't shop in the petite ranges? 2) do you shorten the trousers yourself or get a tailor to do it? 3) do you find that you need to alter the blazers from Zara too? (I'm 5ft 1 so I struggle to find blazers that fit)
Hi there. Sorry for the delay in coming back to you. I['m 5ft 3.5 and i NEVER shop in the petite range. Mainly because I like my trousers either really long (so they make me look taller) or, i like ankle grazers and I can get both in the normal range. It means I do sometimes have to take my trousers up so I use wonder-web (you just iron it on) but for a more tailored pair of trousers I would use a seamstress. Most of Zara's blazers fit me well. The arms are sometimes a little long but I roll them up anyway. I hope that helps and thank you for watching x
Hi there, I’m loving your videos, thank you for sharing these tips. I was wondering if you had a link for the HandM shacket you featured in this video please? I’ve been looking for it everywhere!! Thank you 😊
I’m afraid that video is over a year old so none of the links and clothes will now be available. If you click on my logo then the ‘video’ tab you’ll see all of my videos in date order. Start with the most current ones and you’ve got a better chance of the items still being available x
@@mmpersonalstyling Thanks so much for your reply. Such a bummer as this is a colour wave I've been looking for for ages! They have it still but only in a XXL. Super cheeky question but I don't suppose you know anywhere else selling something similar? I've been loving your videos. I have loads of lovely clothes but none of them seem to go together 🤦🏼♀ I've just purchase the Lilysilk hoodie which I think will be a good basic addition. Thanks very much for the inspiration.
I'm losing my lockdown weight and need to smarten up from the joggers and t-shirts. Thank you Melissa for the guidance. You look beautiful in the taupes, creams and camels, me, not so much. Is it possible to build greys, blues and white?
I spend hours looking at my wardrobe and don’t know what to wear. Thanks for this video. I have seen your consultations unfortunately at the moment I can’t afford it 😢 but need to organise for next year. Could you please do a video about fabrics we always talk about pieces with longitivtiy but found some brands that is not a investimento pieces used materials that makes odour and even washing it still an issue. Complex subject but at least a hint of fabric composition in cloths to avoid.
Love your advise on lifestyle dressing. My nemesis since I retired as I love career wear, but basically walk the dog and run errands in real life. I am working towards having a nice basic wardrobe that fits my lifestyle but still makes me feel pulled together. Love your advice! Love also that you include a lot of outerwear. Many bloggers concentrate only on inside clothing, when so many of us spend more time in outerwear. Do you have hats?
So true! I do wear hats and i filmed a segment on hats and scarves and when I came to look at the footage it wasn't there so i'm assuming that I just didn't press record!!! Sorry; I brought myself a camera and i'm still getting to grips with filming on it!!
Amazing content Melissa, so useful, helpful and easy to understand. It makes so much sense! Thank you! I have to go check some boxes for items that I need for my neutral wardrobe now.
I'd be interested to see how you would style people for warm climates. Where I live, it is about 29 degrees C most of the year, so we don't do much with sweaters, coats, jackets or boots.
Very, very useful. I was particularly interested in the topic of shoes - myself having them in so many colours I indeed struggle to find a good match of shoes that wouldn't ruin my outfit or make me look frumpy. I would very much appreciate more content on matching shoes to an outfit. What if most of my shoes are in black? What if I do not wear beige/taupe/camel/tan at all since this completely isn't my colour? is it better to have bottom and shoes the same colour or contrasting? Or shoes always neutral? help please!
Hi Ewa. A lot depends on your lifestyle, your skin colour, your height etc., there's not s blanket answer without knowing more detail. I do 1;1 styling if that helps x
Can you give basics and capsule choices for silver hair? While I love seeing all the gold and beige tones they really do nothing for me at all! Thank you
I just found your channel and love it! You make things so simple. I don’t like to shop online. I always forget what I own to mix and match when I am out at the store. Do you have any suggestions? Would you make a list or take photos or do you shop with specifics in mind? Thank you
For the reasons your said, that's why I always shop online so I can double check before i hit the buy button that i've got something to go with it. Don't get me wrong, I physically go into the shops but I scan things on the shop app then re-look at my basket when I get home, then purchase online. Returns are far easier to do when brought online too, especially because i live over an hour from any shopping centre. Is there any reason you don't buy online?
Really informative. I would love a hoodie jumper like yours but in a winter white/ivory. Do you know of one? I’m not keen on the ribbed effect one on lilysilk. Thanks
Just subscribed! Thank you Melissa for the wonderful tips. I love a classic, natural and elevated look and you inspire me in that. Where would I find that grey coat? I couldn`t find it on the cos website, I just looked in France as I live there, so maybe they're sold out. Anyway have a lovely new year! I'm looking forward to more videos from you xx
Hi Melissa. I appreciate this video is old now but I love your leather skirt and I’ve been hunting for one. I need petite size 6 and I’m struggling to find one. Have you any ideas of where I can try please?
Hello Melissa! I love your content! I am in the US and would like to try the Reiss wide leg trousers which seem ideal for working from home. Do they run TTS or big? I am usually a UK 8-10 like you and have a 37 inch hip. Would you suggest going with the UK 8 or 10 for these casual trousers? Thank you for helping us all look our best!
i wear a UK 8 in the wider leg from Reiss and a 10 in a tighter leg. The wide leg stretch quite a bit so if you're in between sizes then I would size down if i was you and if they're a little tight when they arrive, do a few lunges and see if they stretch!!! I love those trousers, they're a true staple of mine x
They’re listed in the description (I just checked) they’re the Reiss wide leg trousers (they’re navy not black so that might be confusing you). I hope that helps x
Fabulous void as always! Really do look forward to your videos. Can you get the actual code for the Next tapered coated trousers please? As the link just takes you to a page full of trousers and I have no clue which are the ones you’re wearing lol Thank you x
Sorry Louise, that usually means they've sold out already. I've just updated the description box with a very similar pair so i hope that helps. Thank you for watching.
Hello! I'm from the USA, and new to your channel! I just love the casual pants with drawstring and stripe down the sides. What brand are those, please? Thank you!!
Everything is always linked for you so you can just click on the links and it will take you to the exact products. In that video you’ll find the links in the description box. If you can’t see them look for the ‘show more’ button or the three little dots, click on them and it will reveal the links. In the latest video the US links are pinned as the first comment. X
I have binge watched all your videos. I used to dress nicely when I worked and then I retired and it was jeans and t shirts or staying in my pajamas. Not good for ones psyche. I have promised myself to treat myself better. So I have a question. How do you wear the fake leather pants without sweating to death. Thank you so very much for your time.
Hi Joanne. Most of them have a nice thin fleece lining so in uk that’s great as they keep you warm. Is that what’s causing you to sweat in them - the thicker lining? Mint velvet do a pair without the lining if that helps? X
Hi Melissa, great video, happy new year. Some of the links go to a general page and not the actual item and some links don't work 😔. I love your style.
Oh no, are you able to tell me which ones? It might be that they’ve sold out already but I’ll look into it if you don’t mind pointing them out, thanks for letting me know.
I am now addicted to you. You make total sense. And I am obsessed with your wide leg joggers …where do I find them. I have looked all over but no luck. I live in California.
Hi Lakita. Every item I wear is linked in the description box and the joggers are from Reiss which you have in America so hopefully no issues with you getting them. I hope that helps and thanks for watching x
Thank you Pamela. They were called ‘the coated cropped trousers’ but I’m assuming they’ve sold out now as the original link is taking you to a generic trousers page. I’ve added a link for a similar pair also from Next.
I found your channel a week ago, watched one video, and subscribed immediately. Nobody else on RUclips offers practical advice for women "of a certain age." I'm shaped a bit like your short strawberry - pear model: 5'2" and quite hourglass. My tastes are much different than hers, but I learned a lot. And I learn more with every video I watch. My biggest downfall is shoes. I'm a USA size 7 EEE ... I think that's a 5 UK? And I don't know how you handle widths ... a little wider than extra extra wide. These are wider shoes than most companies make, and what little I find is definitely unfashionable. [Birkenstocks or "barefoot" shoes.] Any advice would be very welcome.
Your videos are great. Unfortunately I have clothes of so many colors. I love your advice, but now I’ve spent all this money I hate to just throw or give them all away. I’m overwhelmed with all my clothes. How do I stop myself from buying more and more when actually I need to downsize big time.
Cut up your credit card / hide your credit card. Then, create outfits with everything you've got, photograph the outfits then charity shop anything you haven't paired together. x
Hi Melissa, great ideas for a basic wardrobe! Is it a good option to wear the skirt color cream with dress booties instead the high boots you showed in the video? Thanks!
Only if they’re trendy ones, if they’re old fashioned style then it’ll make the skirt look really ‘Mumsy’ but if they’re a modern version, killer heels etc then yes, they’d look great!
I love the cashmere hoodie unfortunately they don’t carry it for plus size gals, would you be able to recommend an alternative for us larger gals please?
Hi Melissa, thank you for the wonderful video, can you tell me where did you get the grey dress please. I can’t find the link for that. Thank you. 👍👍🎊🎊
Hello Silvia. Sorry, i forgot to add that one on so i've just found three alternatives for you and i've put the links in the description box as it looks like that one has sold out already (it was from H&M) but the alternative ones are just as nice. x
Oh my! I am so excited I found your channel. I've spent the past 6 months trying to be more stylish after turning 41. Thank you for this content!
You are so welcome! xx
Isn't she brilliant! I'm rethinking my wardrobe and how I wear things and actually got a compliment on my outfit at work today! 💕💕💕
I’m in the same boat, just turned 40 and having a change in job but also still a mum of young kids. I’ve learned some great, easy to implement tips dressing for my inverted triangle shape. Thank you MM.
I'm 27 from America and I absolutely adore your style! I have slowly remodeled my wardrobe to reflect all your styling tips and tricks and have watched your videos loads! Thank you so much Melissa... i look and feel so confident in my own skin now, My husband is loving my new clothes and I feel so great! Please continue making content for us girlies out there!
Dani
I'm so glad! I love reading messages like that as it makes it all worth you! Thank you for sharing x
Ditto! My husband tells me to get whatever I want! He can tell how much better I feel!
Such great tips! Now I realise why I've had so much trouble with my winter wardrobe - the colours all clash! 😂 I have some favourite navy trousers, but they clash with my black coat and my brown coat and my purple boots 😆 The same with my blue trousers. Fitted 3 quarter coats go with skinny jeans but look terrible with the more wide leg or baggy jeans. And trouser length is so important! I'm learning a lot from you, Melissa. Thank you. Love these videos 😃
Glad they’re helping. There’s a new ‘winter wardrobe basics’ video out tomorrow at 5pm uk time.
Best explanation of a basic capsule wardrobe that I have ever watched. Wished I'd have seen you years ago and saved myself a fortune.
Thank you so much Carol xx 😘
You are so good to watch. You come across as extremely genuine and are very relatable and real. Thank you….continue the good work
That's lovely of you to say, thank you!
That’s beautiful at 48 I had to donate all my hoodies and I do love wearing a hoodie this is a game changer x love your content thank you
You’re very welcome x
Melissa, I just found you about 3 weeks ago and have watched a lot of your videos, I love every single one so far 😍
I'm quite a bit older and quite a bit bigger than you but you are so amazing at what you do that I can easily apply your style tips and advice to styling my outfits. Can't thank you enough ❤️
Thank you so much, that was such a nice message to read! x
I always enjoy the colors and styles of fall clothing. Now that I live in frigid Minnesota, I need more wool and cashmere cardigans and blazers. That's good luck as it suits my apple body shape--as you point out in your series! I like to wear chunky/organic long necklaces and that fits in with your advice as well! I never threw out my little shoulder pads from the 90's and they are coming in handy, too.
I looked on the website at the v-neck silk top and the largest US is a size 12. I’m a plus size, apple shape and I would need a larger size. Oh they’re so pretty. I just received my first silk pillowcase in the mail today. It’s so pretty.
I love your channel and I learn so much from you. You are sweet too!
I learn something in every video - keep them coming !
Love it! Thank you Melissa. My New Year resolution will be to follow your advice! I would start now but sadly I’ve already purchased too many ‘wrong’ clothes for this season.
I’m so happy to have found this channel. One of the worst things about go going back to work after COVID was to have to figure out what to wear. I will sometime change outfit half a dozen times before settling on one. I am just starting my journey but look forward to viewing all your videos and starting to work on my capsule wardrobe! Thank you all that you do!!
Happy to help!
Really insightful Melissa, thank you. I must admit I have a lot of items that were acquired over the years with no thought even of what with and how they would be worn. Which is really what causes the “I’ve got nothing to wear “ dilemma. So owning multiple items in different weights and sleeve lengths but similar colours is actually really helpful
I’m glad it was useful x
very happy to have found your channel. so informative. Love your own oersonal style
Love your videos! I'm learning so much.
Love your videos. You are such a help and your advice is so practical and useful in the real world. Thank you for all the great demonstrations and clothing descriptions. You make it fun to learn and achievable ❤️
Excellent video. I have slipped in my style and I still fail in creating a basic wardrobe. You have helped me tremendously through this presentation. Thank you!
You are so welcome!
Just found your channel. Love your style. I'm planning to binge watch your other videos. Great work
Thank you - hope you don’t get too bored of me!!!! X
Drink every time she says “elevate” XD love your style!
😂😂😂😂….I’m going to challenge myself not to say it on the next video 😂
I love all the styles in this video and get so much inspiration especially the silk vest. Thank you Melissa.
Thanks so much!
WOW. 👏🏻😊Thank you finally a real woman explaining how to wear lovely outfits in the real world. 😍love this clear explanation of how to build and starting to build my capsule. Love the nutural colours but struggling with my grey hair (natural) and how they work on me without making me look washed. Look forward to your next video and spring:summer capsule wordrobe.
You are so welcome! You could always add in an accent colour like bright pink or burgandy (for example) which would just lift the neutral colours and make your lovely hair a feature. Have you watched episode 4 of the body shape master class series? In that video I use a bright orange/red coat and you'll see how it looks lovely with all of the neutrals. Heres the link for it. ruclips.net/video/nbI49Tls39k/видео.html I hope that helps x
This is all very good information. But living in Canada with our long, harsh winters has me wearing colour in my outer wear. I have a red puffer, a bright blue down coat, and a brown cashmere wool long dress coat ( which is very old). I did however buy cream and grey scarves and hats to go with everything, thanks to you!
I like that idea of adding your colour into the pieces that people are seeing you in - go for it!
SO HAPPY I found your page! Always look forward to your recommendations and look forward to another post about jeans!
Glad you like them! x
Just loving your tips Melissa.
Thank you x
Thanks so much for what size you are wearing, dozens of Lilly silk RUclips reviews but none note what size they have on! Thanks, super helpful.
Glad it was helpful!
New to your channel and LOVING your classic yet modern, flattering style. Been binge watching your videos and hope you will be making them for a long time!
Video Suggestion - accessories and jewellery - how to choose, how to style, and your recommended essentials? 🙏🏻👏😍
Hello Anna and welcome! I’m currently sitting on a beach in Corfu answering everyone’s comments and the first video I’m filming when I’m back is a ‘how to accessories video’ so that should work out well for your request! Thank you for watching!
Really helpful, Melissa. We moved three years ago and it means a much more casual lifestyle. I still don't have the right clothes for my life, but am working on it. I am usually attracted to "dressy" items, but need to balance them out more. Shoes are my downfall, as I love heels and only have "ugly trainers" for walks etc.
Dressing for your actual lifestyle rather than your fantasy lifestyle is something I see ALL the time. If you're wearing trainers a lot then really focus on buying yourself some that make you feel really good. If budget allows leave your 'ugly' trainers (in your words!) for dog walks and your nicer ones just for you for your casual lifestyle. I do online consultations if that's of any interest where i'd be more than happy to try and help you. Thank you for watching x
What about smart separates that you can dress up or down?
Thanks you Melissa. Just found your channel and your advice is so helpful. I have just purchased a handful of pieces online AND with confidence, for the first time in my life!! I don't believe in needing a big wardrobe so knowing what sensible pieces to buy is fabulous. Thanks again 🙂
You’re very welcome Tracey, thank you for watching x
OMG! You actually made this make sense lol. I need to take my time and focus on different styles and fabrics in the same color and that will help me see what I have better before moving on to so many other colors. Thank you 🙏🏾 ❤️
You’re more than welcome - glad it’s making sense to people xx 😘
Bought the Mongolian cashmere hoodie from likysilk and the gold silk top also from lilysilk. Beautiful and fit well. Your sizing comments were soot on. Loving them both.
Awesome! Thank you! Glad you liked them. x
Great styling video breaking down these looks. This is my favorite video so far that you’ve done. Well done! 😊
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You are absolutely fantastic, so happy I found your fabulous channel! Learn each and every time and already looking forward to the next video. Thank you!
Thank you so much! x
Best pjs!!! Love their piped pajamas in hot pink
Oh I was waiting for a new video and you did not disappoint! Thank you for all the helpful tips!! All the best for the new year!
Thank you and the same to you, Happy New Year!
Picking up some great tips Melissa..I appreciated the comment about comfort over tight jeans..Got there a while ago..Must have a look at the jogging pants you refer to..Look great dressed up and down..x
Hi Melissa, great presentation again. The match of the silk top with leather trousers is simply amazing. I've mentioned it before, leather trousers or leggings is a perfect fit for you, casual or dressy. Black & white always a winner, can't go wrong. Thanks!
Just discovered your channel ! Sooo happy to see women our age shopping in my favorite stores (Reiss, Cos... Arket ?)
Oh good, thank you for watching. I’ve just brought the short trench from Arket so looking forward to showing that x
Where is the gilet from ?
I love this! Comfort and style❤
Wow this is such a good styling video. Thank you!
Glad you liked it!! x
I recently discovered your channel and have found your videos so helpful. Shopping can be less fun when you get older (60’s), but I have learned so much from you and am ready to get back out there and buy clothes that I am excited about wearing! Thank you!!
Love your channel - following from Ireland
I was waiting for a new video thank you for all this wonderful tips and very stylish looks ,you are a such lovely lady I like your manner good luck
Thank you so much!
Excellent video - thank you … Some really useful advice and explanations that will come in super handy as I refine my wardrobe further.
Happy New Year Melissa, great to see you back with more style tips. When shopping now I’m thinking about your videos and it has saved me a fortune in buying items to hang in my wardrobe…. Hopefully I’m looking more stylish too !
Ps. your skin looks amazing xx
Thank you but I’m not going to lie, I’ve invested in a proper camera (I was only using my phone before) and it has a ‘smooth skin’ setting on so I’m afraid it’s not my reality!!!! X
@@mmpersonalstyling that’s made me chuckle! 🤣
I live in the UK, I like to think I'm a size 14 to 16 but honestly more 18 - 20 My lifestyle is very casual, currently not working so mostly at home and meeting friends. Looking to refresh/ update my wardrobe. Love your videos on creating a capsule mix-and-match wardrobe. The main item on my list to buy is a coat for the autumn/ winter months. If you had to choose just one coat/ outerwear to buy what would you suggest. I'm on a slight budget but not afraid to invest in a good quality item that will last. I just can't justify to buy more than one
A long wool coat in a camel, beige or griege colour with epaulettes on the shoulders to give structure. You can wear them super casually with leisurewear or you can dress them up. X
Love , love, love your videos. Please keep them coming!
Thank you so much Claire, I appreciate you taking the time to say so. X
Really enjoy your videos and learning a lot. Thank you!
My pleasure! x
Really lovely styles and advice thanks
You’re welcome, thank you for watching x
Such great info. TY
Excellent video, thank you, I have learned a lot.
Glad it was helpful, thank you for watching x
Happy New Year Melissa! Loved this video to kick off the year with. My capsule wardrobe is getting there….. I could really relate to your comment about having some nice winter coats. I’m on the hunt for a camel coat so will check out your ideas. I love the navy one too! Can’t wait for your next video. Oh and please do a summer one of these as well. (In a few months obvs!) 🧥👍☺️💕
I will do Beverley and thank you as always for watching x Ps - the latellier coat is a really good price and very nice. I was wearing a size small but I probably would go up a size in it as it was a little snug!
Happy New Year Melissa! Loved the video, lots of really helpful tips and I refer to your advice when buying new items now. Structure, colour and weight of fabric are my guides. Thank you again ❤️
You’re welcome Dee, happy new year to you too xx
Thank you ❤
You're welcome 😊
I really enjoy your videos! I subscribed 😍
Thank you Sue, it really makes a huge difference xx
I'm happy to have found your vlog and find your styling tips so helpful. I purchased the Lily Silk hoodie and it arrived today! It's a lovely quality, the size small fits perfectly for my petite frame and the neutral color mixes well with my winter wardrobe and will be worn into early spring. Looking forward to your future vlog posts! 😊
That’s brilliant Juliana, I’m glad you like it. I’m filming two new videos this week so keep your eyes open for them and thank you for watching x
I love your styling. I'd love to see if you could do more plus size styling and especially for accessible styling for disabled women. I'm in a wheelchair and can't wear a lot of items like trenches.
I have a UK size 22 lady so that should tick help on the plus size things. If a model with a disability comes forward then i'm ore than happy to style them...
Loved all the tips thank you👍
I'm so glad I came across your channel. I've been looking for a petite British stylist with a classic style and have struggled! So I'm glad I found you! I have a few questions: 1) is there any reason why you don't shop in the petite ranges? 2) do you shorten the trousers yourself or get a tailor to do it? 3) do you find that you need to alter the blazers from Zara too? (I'm 5ft 1 so I struggle to find blazers that fit)
Hi there. Sorry for the delay in coming back to you. I['m 5ft 3.5 and i NEVER shop in the petite range. Mainly because I like my trousers either really long (so they make me look taller) or, i like ankle grazers and I can get both in the normal range. It means I do sometimes have to take my trousers up so I use wonder-web (you just iron it on) but for a more tailored pair of trousers I would use a seamstress. Most of Zara's blazers fit me well. The arms are sometimes a little long but I roll them up anyway. I hope that helps and thank you for watching x
Hi there, I’m loving your videos, thank you for sharing these tips. I was wondering if you had a link for the HandM shacket you featured in this video please? I’ve been looking for it everywhere!! Thank you 😊
I’m afraid that video is over a year old so none of the links and clothes will now be available. If you click on my logo then the ‘video’ tab you’ll see all of my videos in date order. Start with the most current ones and you’ve got a better chance of the items still being available x
@@mmpersonalstyling Thanks so much for your reply. Such a bummer as this is a colour wave I've been looking for for ages! They have it still but only in a XXL. Super cheeky question but I don't suppose you know anywhere else selling something similar? I've been loving your videos. I have loads of lovely clothes but none of them seem to go together 🤦🏼♀ I've just purchase the Lilysilk hoodie which I think will be a good basic addition. Thanks very much for the inspiration.
Happy New Year Melissa!
Great advice thankyou!
I'm losing my lockdown weight and need to smarten up from the joggers and t-shirts. Thank you Melissa for the guidance. You look beautiful in the taupes, creams and camels, me, not so much. Is it possible to build greys, blues and white?
Yes, those colours go well together.
Thanks for this video. Please do an office capsule:-)
Good idea….it’s going on the list, thank you!
I spend hours looking at my wardrobe and don’t know what to wear. Thanks for this video. I have seen your consultations unfortunately at the moment I can’t afford it 😢 but need to organise for next year.
Could you please do a video about fabrics we always talk about pieces with longitivtiy but found some brands that is not a investimento pieces used materials that makes odour and even washing it still an issue. Complex subject but at least a hint of fabric composition in cloths to avoid.
This has become my bible for learning to have a capsule wardrobe,islay wood
Thank you!
Love your advise on lifestyle dressing. My nemesis since I retired as I love career wear, but basically walk the dog and run errands in real life. I am working towards having a nice basic wardrobe that fits my lifestyle but still makes me feel pulled together. Love your advice! Love also that you include a lot of outerwear. Many bloggers concentrate only on inside clothing, when so many of us spend more time in outerwear. Do you have hats?
So true! I do wear hats and i filmed a segment on hats and scarves and when I came to look at the footage it wasn't there so i'm assuming that I just didn't press record!!! Sorry; I brought myself a camera and i'm still getting to grips with filming on it!!
Love your videos, this is really helpful!
Thank you 🙏
Amazing content Melissa, so useful, helpful and easy to understand. It makes so much sense! Thank you! I have to go check some boxes for items that I need for my neutral wardrobe now.
I'd be interested to see how you would style people for warm climates. Where I live, it is about 29 degrees C most of the year, so we don't do much with sweaters, coats, jackets or boots.
We don’t have any summer clothes in yet as we’re in winter but you could look back at my older videos filmed last summer to get some ideas x
Just discovered you! Wonderful. Such great advice. Would love to hear some music in your clips
Ok, I have started adding some in on the newer videos. x
Very, very useful. I was particularly interested in the topic of shoes - myself having them in so many colours I indeed struggle to find a good match of shoes that wouldn't ruin my outfit or make me look frumpy. I would very much appreciate more content on matching shoes to an outfit. What if most of my shoes are in black? What if I do not wear beige/taupe/camel/tan at all since this completely isn't my colour? is it better to have bottom and shoes the same colour or contrasting? Or shoes always neutral? help please!
Hi Ewa. A lot depends on your lifestyle, your skin colour, your height etc., there's not s blanket answer without knowing more detail. I do 1;1 styling if that helps x
Can you give basics and capsule choices for silver hair? While I love seeing all the gold and beige tones they really do nothing for me at all! Thank you
Great suggestion! I'll pick one of the body shape master class models with silver hair next time x
You are awesome!! ❤❤❤
Thank you so much 😊
Hi Melissa, love your heels and your black chunky boots but can’t see where they’re from! Please can you tell me 😊 Love this video!
Really enjoyed the video, great styling and ideas!
Love your videos !!
Glad you like them!
I just found your channel and love it! You make things so simple. I don’t like to shop online. I always forget what I own to mix and match when I am out at the store. Do you have any suggestions? Would you make a list or take photos or do you shop with specifics in mind? Thank you
For the reasons your said, that's why I always shop online so I can double check before i hit the buy button that i've got something to go with it. Don't get me wrong, I physically go into the shops but I scan things on the shop app then re-look at my basket when I get home, then purchase online. Returns are far easier to do when brought online too, especially because i live over an hour from any shopping centre. Is there any reason you don't buy online?
@@mmpersonalstyling thank you so much
Really informative. I would love a hoodie jumper like yours but in a winter white/ivory. Do you know of one? I’m not keen on the ribbed effect one on lilysilk. Thanks
Yes, I’ve just filmed with one, it’ll be in this Sundays video for you x
@@mmpersonalstyling thanks trying to update my wardrobe after my recent session with Claire😊 I will look out for that one
Just subscribed! Thank you Melissa for the wonderful tips. I love a classic, natural and elevated look and you inspire me in that. Where would I find that grey coat? I couldn`t find it on the cos website, I just looked in France as I live there, so maybe they're sold out. Anyway have a lovely new year! I'm looking forward to more videos from you xx
Thank you very much! The link should be under the coats section in the comments section. X
Hi Melissa. I appreciate this video is old now but I love your leather skirt and I’ve been hunting for one. I need petite size 6 and I’m struggling to find one. Have you any ideas of where I can try please?
You haven’t said where you live so I’ll assume you live in the uk so I’d try Karen Millen and Sosandar. M&S are also doing a good one at the moment.
Hello Melissa! I love your content! I am in the US and would like to try the Reiss wide leg trousers which seem ideal for working from home. Do they run TTS or big? I am usually a UK 8-10 like you and have a 37 inch hip. Would you suggest going with the UK 8 or 10 for these casual trousers? Thank you for helping us all look our best!
i wear a UK 8 in the wider leg from Reiss and a 10 in a tighter leg. The wide leg stretch quite a bit so if you're in between sizes then I would size down if i was you and if they're a little tight when they arrive, do a few lunges and see if they stretch!!! I love those trousers, they're a true staple of mine x
@@mmpersonalstyling Thank you so much!!
This is so great it I didn’t see a link for the black side striped trousers. Can you reference those for me? Thank you
They’re listed in the description (I just checked) they’re the Reiss wide leg trousers (they’re navy not black so that might be confusing you). I hope that helps x
Fabulous void as always! Really do look forward to your videos.
Can you get the actual code for the Next tapered coated trousers please? As the link just takes you to a page full of trousers and I have no clue which are the ones you’re wearing lol
Thank you x
Sorry Louise, that usually means they've sold out already. I've just updated the description box with a very similar pair so i hope that helps. Thank you for watching.
Hello! I'm from the USA, and new to your channel! I just love the casual pants with drawstring and stripe down the sides. What brand are those, please? Thank you!!
Everything is always linked for you so you can just click on the links and it will take you to the exact products. In that video you’ll find the links in the description box. If you can’t see them look for the ‘show more’ button or the three little dots, click on them and it will reveal the links. In the latest video the US links are pinned as the first comment. X
I love the no sleeve stripe t shirt but never found where to buy them can you help please Lyn x
Zara have them every year...
I have binge watched all your videos. I used to dress nicely when I worked and then I retired and it was jeans and t shirts or staying in my pajamas. Not good for ones psyche. I have promised myself to treat myself better. So I have a question. How do you wear the fake leather pants without sweating to death. Thank you so very much for your time.
Hi Joanne. Most of them have a nice thin fleece lining so in uk that’s great as they keep you warm. Is that what’s causing you to sweat in them - the thicker lining? Mint velvet do a pair without the lining if that helps? X
Hi Melissa, great video, happy new year. Some of the links go to a general page and not the actual item and some links don't work 😔. I love your style.
Oh no, are you able to tell me which ones? It might be that they’ve sold out already but I’ll look into it if you don’t mind pointing them out, thanks for letting me know.
I am now addicted to you. You make total sense. And I am obsessed with your wide leg joggers …where do I find them. I have looked all over but no luck. I live in California.
Hi Lakita. Every item I wear is linked in the description box and the joggers are from Reiss which you have in America so hopefully no issues with you getting them. I hope that helps and thanks for watching x
Very good ideas.and true expert knowledge,
Thank you, I appreciate it x
Absolutely loved this video. Please could you tell me the exact name of the tapered jeans from next as I can’t seem to find them.
Thank you Pamela. They were called ‘the coated cropped trousers’ but I’m assuming they’ve sold out now as the original link is taking you to a generic trousers page. I’ve added a link for a similar pair also from Next.
Great styling video likes everything ! Can I ask where the striped vest with zip is from please
It’s from mango xx
I found your channel a week ago, watched one video, and subscribed immediately. Nobody else on RUclips offers practical advice for women "of a certain age."
I'm shaped a bit like your short strawberry - pear model: 5'2" and quite hourglass. My tastes are much different than hers, but I learned a lot. And I learn more with every video I watch.
My biggest downfall is shoes. I'm a USA size 7 EEE ... I think that's a 5 UK? And I don't know how you handle widths ... a little wider than extra extra wide. These are wider shoes than most companies make, and what little I find is definitely unfashionable. [Birkenstocks or "barefoot" shoes.] Any advice would be very welcome.
Really glad you’re finding it useful Liz, thank you for subscribing x
Your videos are great. Unfortunately I have clothes of so many colors. I love your advice, but now I’ve spent all this money I hate to just throw or give them all away. I’m overwhelmed with all my clothes. How do I stop myself from buying more and more when actually I need to downsize big time.
Cut up your credit card / hide your credit card. Then, create outfits with everything you've got, photograph the outfits then charity shop anything you haven't paired together. x
Hi Melissa, how do you wash a cashmere sweater? What do you do?
A cold handwash or delicates cycle in the washing machine
Thanks Melissa. Love your videos! The alternative coated trousers link you added doesn't seem to be working?
I'm not having much luck with these links!!! Try it now, it looks like it's working now. Thank you for letting me know.
Hi Melissa, great ideas for a basic wardrobe! Is it a good option to wear the skirt color cream with dress booties instead the high boots you showed in the video? Thanks!
Only if they’re trendy ones, if they’re old fashioned style then it’ll make the skirt look really ‘Mumsy’ but if they’re a modern version, killer heels etc then yes, they’d look great!
I love the cashmere hoodie unfortunately they don’t carry it for plus size gals, would you be able to recommend an alternative for us larger gals please?
Hello Alicia - where are you based? Let me know and I can have a think for you x
@@mmpersonalstyling I’m in the US- Denver
These guys ship to America and have a lovely plus size range www.karenmillen.com/curve-cashmere-knitted-hoody/AKK01491.html
Nailed it.
Hi Melissa, thank you for the wonderful video, can you tell me where did you get the grey dress please. I can’t find the link for that. Thank you. 👍👍🎊🎊
Hello Silvia. Sorry, i forgot to add that one on so i've just found three alternatives for you and i've put the links in the description box as it looks like that one has sold out already (it was from H&M) but the alternative ones are just as nice. x
Thank you. 👍👍👍
Very nice ideas