Dressing An Hourglass or X Shape by aileenlane featuring a sequin skirt Characteristics of the type: Waist is 10 inches smaller than shoulders & hips Shoulder and hips are relatively as wide as each other Bottom and thighs are curved and weight gain tends to be in these area’s Bust tends to be on [...]

  Maternity Capsule by aileenlane featuring bangle bracelets I was asked recently for a list of the essential buys for an expectant Moms wardrobe. So here goes: 5-6 Tops designed specifically for pregnant women and go with jeans and skirt below – Try to go for plainer tops that you can layer or add accessories [...]

I was out shopping with one of my lovely clients Ann on Thursday when I came across another option for curvy girls here in Singapore – Ms. Read  which caters for UK sizes 12-24. I had a quick browse though and I was delighted to note that there were some nice professional options for the curvier lady. [...]

Colour blocking is a huge trend at the moment and if you know how to work the blocks than you can balance you body to look your best. The trendiest looks involve using bright primary shades in contrasting colours but as we all know, the trends don’t always work with our body shape. If you [...]

A New Take On the little black dress by Aileen Lane featuring ballerina flats I am sure you have considered adding a little black dress to your wardrobe and most people have 1 or many on standby for that special occassion. Why not add a little spice and consider a little black leather dress – [...]

  Outfit #1: Choose dresses or tops that flow through the waist area in heavy fabrics that drape not cling. Empire tops and dresses are great as long as they don’t form too much volume in midsection. Earrings will draw eyes upward to face and bright shoes with a chunky or wedge heel will distract [...]

WeightWatchers have launched their new ProPoints plan in the UK  and I decided to have a look as it has the reputation for being successful and many of my clients have had some success with the plan in the past. My main concern with their previous program was that it seemed to promote a lot of unhealthy low or [...]

I have known Dr. Joyce Knudesn since before I started my Image business in late 2005. It never ceases to amaze me how much energy, enthusiasm and drive this woman has. If only it could be bottled! I completed my initial image training with Dr. Joyce and she has remained a friend and mentor throughout [...]

  People seem to be very interested in my first post on this topic so I decided to give you some more idea’s on what to wear if you are concerned with a bit of a tummy: 1. Empire dresses with a thick band and some tucks/darts just below the band work well. 2. Avoid t-shirts/tops [...]

I have Trinny & Susannah’s ‘ The Body Shape Bible’ book for several years now and I must say I do refer back to it from time to time when showing clients examples of clothes and accessories that work for them. While I don’t agree with all the recommendations in the book, there is a lot [...]