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The Ultimate Secondhand September Online Shopping Guide
I know preloved shopping online is something my clients can struggle with, due to sizing and lack of returns, so in this post I've...
Alexandra Standley
Sep 10, 20233 min read
Unveiling the Magic: Behind The Scenes of Charity Shop Retail for Sustainable September
We're kicking off Sustainable September with a bang! I'm so excited to be able to share with you an amazing experience I had recently...
Alexandra Standley
Sep 3, 20235 min read
How Much Plastic Are You Wearing in Your Clothing?
Do you think about what materials you’re buying when making clothing purchases? Style shouldn't cost the Earth. Make a fashion statement...
Alexandra Standley
Jul 16, 20233 min read
Co-owning Your Wardrobe
I've been thinking about this idea for a while, possibly inspired a long time ago by the fabulous Lauren Bravo and Caroline Jones aka...
Alexandra Standley
Feb 12, 20233 min read
Style Resolutions for 2023
I have been wanting to write this blog post for a few weeks and haven't had the head space to sit down and really think about what my...
Alexandra Standley
Jan 15, 20232 min read
Shop Local Christmas Gift Guide
Every year at Christmas I like to support local small businesses by sharing my favourite pieces from shops in Hertfordshire. I started...
Alexandra Standley
Dec 10, 20222 min read
Sequins Are For Life, Not Just For Christmas!
How to wear sequins all year round, discover the reasons why buying sequins new is so detrimental, and where to find them preloved!
Alexandra Standley
Nov 20, 20223 min read
Christmas Money Saving Ideas From Your Wardrobe!
I want to talk to you all about the power of your wardrobe to save and earn you money, ahead of Christmas. I know that everybody is...
Alexandra Standley
Nov 6, 20225 min read
AW22 Wearable Trends with Longevity
Learn about the AW22 Trends with Longevity which you can find in your existing wardrobe or secondhand.
Alexandra Standley
Oct 16, 20224 min read
Top Tips for Shopping Charity Shops!
I’m sharing with you my favourite charity shops in St Albans and my Top 8 tips when you go out and shop In them (and any other)!
Alexandra Standley
Sep 18, 20227 min read
How to do A Wardrobe Edit for Autumn
As part of my #nobuyingnew challenge for September in my Facebook group I'm going to be sharing my top tips for decluttering your...
Alexandra Standley
Aug 28, 20222 min read
Style with Confidence, Embracing your Body Shape
A blog about Style Confidence and embracing your Body Shape and size as it is. My top 5 tips as a Personal Stylist to Body Acceptance.
Alexandra Standley
Aug 12, 20227 min read
New Year Style Goals
If you're anything like me, you're probably sick of reading and hearing about the various guises of 'New Year, New Me', setting your New...
Alexandra Standley
Jan 16, 20223 min read
Aw21 Trends with Longevity
I love this time of year as the seasons change, Autumn is definitely my favourite season. I am always drawn to all the gorgeous textures,...
Alexandra Standley
Oct 3, 20214 min read
A Guide to Second Hand September
September is one of my favourite months of the year. It's always been an exciting month for me working in the Fashion Industry, with the...
Alexandra Standley
Sep 12, 20213 min read
Transitioning into your Spring Wardrobe
I wrote this short piece for a guest blog post over on The Image Cons Co this month and thought it was a great topic to share with you...
Alexandra Standley
May 6, 20212 min read
Fashion Rental: Getting to know OnLoan
As you all know, I'm a big advocate for all things Sustainable Fashion, and more recently that has also included fashion rental. Up until...
Alexandra Standley
Apr 18, 20215 min read
Sustainable Fashion Brand Spotlight: Pink City Prints
As we all start gearing up for some lovely hot weather next week, it got me thinking about my summer wardrobe. I don’t have a very...
Alexandra Standley
Mar 28, 20213 min read
SS21 Trends with Longevity
It’s that time of year again where we transition from one season into another, moving into Spring Summer 2021. It’s normally around the...
Alexandra Standley
Feb 28, 20213 min read
How to do an At Home Wardrobe Detox
As part of my #nobuyingnew challenge for January in my Facebook group I've been sharing my top tips for decluttering your wardrobe at...
Alexandra Standley
Jan 24, 20212 min read
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